John Shirley

The Hidden Costs of Free VPNs and How to Choose Safely A good VPN is a valuable tool for online privacy, and the best ones are typically paid subscription services. However, in a world saturated with software subscriptions, a free VPN can be a necessary alternative for those on a tight budget. While everyone deserves […]

Disney Channels Go Dark on YouTube TV in Contract Dispute Disney has pulled its channels from YouTube TV after the two companies failed to reach a new distribution agreement by their deadline. The blackout affects a significant portion of the live TV service’s content, including ESPN, local ABC stations, ABC News, FX, National Geographic, Disney

The Engadget Podcast: Would You Trust a Terrifying Home Robot? This week on the Engadget Podcast, Devindra and Engadget’s Igor Bonafacic dive into the evolving world of home robotics, which is rapidly moving beyond simple vacuum cleaners like Roombas. The discussion was sparked by the unveiling of the NEO helper bot from robotics company 1X.

Xbox Hardware Revenue Drops 30 Percent As Microsoft Pushes AI Microsofts latest earnings report covering the quarter ending September 30 shows a significant downturn for its Xbox hardware division. Revenue from Xbox consoles fell by 30 percent compared to the same period last year. This decline is particularly notable because it does not yet reflect

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Projector in 2025 Projectors have evolved from bulky, noisy machines into sleek, versatile devices perfect for movies, gaming, and backyard fun. Modern models are brighter, sharper, and more adaptable than ever, offering a compelling alternative or complement to a traditional TV. Whether you want a compact model for travel

OpenAI Begins Monetizing Sora AI Video Tool with Paid Credits and Future Cuts to Free Access OpenAI has initiated the first phase of monetizing its Sora AI video generation tool by selling extra credits to power users. The company is now offering additional video generations for a fee through Apple’s App Store, with a bundle

The Future of Affinity Under Canva: A Free, All-in-One Creative Suite Emerges The trajectory of Affinity Designer, Photo, and Publisher, the popular subscription-free alternatives to Adobe’s Creative Cloud, became a topic of intense speculation following their developer Serif’s acquisition by the design platform giant Canva in 2024. Over a year later, the vision is clear,

Disney Plus Expands into HDR10 Plus Content Starting with Hulu Shows Disney Plus is making its first move into HDR10 Plus content, though availability will be limited initially. The rollout will begin with approximately one thousand shows from Hulu being available in this high dynamic range video standard. Support for other Disney owned programming, including

NASA and Lockheed Martin have achieved a major milestone with the successful first flight of the X-59, a supersonic jet designed to fly faster than sound without creating a disruptive sonic boom. This test flight, conducted between two California locations, marks a pivotal step after nearly a decade of development on the Quiet SuperSonic Technology

Oakley Meta Vanguard Review: Sporty Smart Glasses for the Dedicated Athlete My routine for setting up a new pair of Meta smart glasses is well-practiced. I connect my accounts, configure the Bluetooth for call and message announcements, and set the video quality to high. I always change the Meta AI voice to the English UK