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Trump is giving data centers a pass to pollute
Former US Environmental Protection Agency officials have accused the Trump administration of dismantling pollution safeguards to fast-track the construction of AI data centres, warning that the resulting reliance on fossil fuels and lax oversight poses growing health risks to Americans. The group, now part of the Environmental Protection Network, is calling on President Trump to…
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How to properly clean and sanitize your secondhand tech finds
Buying secondhand electronics can save money and reduce waste, but items should always be properly cleaned rather than simply trusting a seller’s word that they’re already sanitised. Used gadgets can harbour hidden grime, dust and bacteria, so giving them a thorough clean before use helps protect both hygiene and the device’s components. The article recommends…
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How to get started with Meta’s new AI agent, Muse
Meta has launched Muse, its first consumer AI agent, designed to be usable “with no technical experience” and capable of tasks such as browsing the web, online shopping, filling out forms, planning trips, sending emails and scheduling events. Unlike more technical agent tools from rivals, Muse aims to broaden access to AI agents by keeping…
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Is a 256GB SSD better than a 1TB hard drive? It depends how you’re using it
An Engadget explainer weighs up whether a 256GB solid-state drive (SSD) or a 1TB hard disk drive (HDD) is the better buy, concluding that the right choice depends on how the storage will be used rather than which technology is objectively superior. For a computer’s main drive, a 256GB SSD is generally preferable because SSDs…
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Get the best battery life for your Windows laptop by changing these settings
Engadget offers a guide to extending battery life on Windows 11 laptops, noting that x86-based machines remain more power-hungry than newer ARM devices and that Windows 11 itself carries performance overhead that eats into battery life. The article argues that tweaking settings can meaningfully improve endurance, though this typically involves trading some performance for longer…
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Engadget review recap: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon, Insta360 Luna Pro and more
Engadget has published its latest review roundup, covering a range of gadgets tested over the past fortnight, from a business laptop to a gimbal camera and screen-free fitness tracker. The recap serves as a catch-all before the site’s attention shifts to reviewing Apple’s newly announced iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods models. Highlights include the Lenovo…
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Deepfakes are wrecking influencers’ credibility, one fake ad at a time
Influencers are increasingly finding their likenesses hijacked by AI-generated deepfakes used in fake adverts, without their knowledge or consent. Cases include lifestyle blogger Emily Schuman, whose altered image was used to promote a GLP-1 telehealth firm, a make-up brand and a blood-testing company she had no connection to, prompting confused followers to question her endorsements.…
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GameCube vs PS2: Which retro console is more powerful?
The GameCube and PlayStation 2 defined much of the sixth generation of video game consoles, and while their rivalry never scaled the heights of Genesis versus SNES, debate over which machine was technically superior has persisted among fans for over two decades. Sony’s PS2 launched in North America in October 2000, followed by Nintendo’s GameCube…
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Where to preorder the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, unveiled at the company’s September 2026 “Sunrise and shine” event, are now available for preorder ahead of their release on Friday, 18 September. Both handsets feature the faster A20 Pro chip, with improved GPU and neural core performance for AI tasks, alongside camera upgrades, making them Apple’s…