# technology

Uber is buying Berlin startup Blacklane to bolster its ‘Elite’ offering

It's a notable exit for Blacklane, which has raised more than $100 million from backers like Mercedes-Benz and Sixt.

The latest Pixel 11 leak shows slimmer bezels and an all-black camera bar

This isn’t an official Pixel 11 color, according to Android Headlines. | Image: OnLeaks via Android Headlines The launch of the Google Pixel 11 is still months away, but leaked renders shared by Android Headlines may give us an idea of what to expect. Based on the images, the Pixel 11 could come wit

Apple will hide your email address from apps and websites, but not cops

Demands for Apple customer records by federal agents in recent months underscore the privacy limitations of email.

A new manufacturing process uses lasers to seal paper packaging instead of glue

A simple paper envelope made without additional glue or plastic to seal three of its sides. | Image: Fraunhofer IVV Although paper is a more environmentally friendly packaging material than plastic, it's often contaminated with additives, such as adhesives used to create a secure seal. That complica

Bluesky’s new AI tool Attie is already the most blocked account other than J. D. Vance

More than 125,000 Bluesky users have blocked Attie in just a few days, sending a strong message from the user base.

Dyson’s ultra-thin PencilVac Fluffycones is tougher to resist at $150 off

Dyson’s PencilVac Fluffycones is the cheapest it’s ever been. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Robot vacuums are great for keeping floors clean on a regular basis, but they don’t catch everything. If you’re looking for a tool to handle the finer details your robovac might miss — room c

Meta starts testing a premium subscription on Instagram

Among the premium features on Instagram is the ability to view a Story without the poster seeing that you viewed it and the option to see how many people have rewatched your Story.

Delve whistleblower strikes again, with alleged receipts about ‘fake compliance’

Shortly after Delve's founder published a lengthy denial of allegations, while promising changes, the accuser came forward with more alleged details.

A new RCS update could connect iPhone and Android video calls, someday

iPhone and Android users might be able to make interoperable video calls through their messaging apps - eventually. Last week, the GSM Association (GSMA) announced that the finalized RCS Universal Profile 4.0 standard will let users turn 1-to-1 or group RCS chats into video calls thanks to a feature

What we’re looking for in Startup Battlefield 2026 and how to put your best application forward

Here's what we're looking for in your Startup Battlefield 200 application and how to make sure your application reflects it.

Beats’ gym-friendly Powerbeats Fit are $30 off for Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

Every color of the Beats Powerbeats Fit are discounted. | Image: Apple For iPhone owners, the AirPods Pro 3 are a fantastic all-around set of wireless earbuds, even for working out. Their value is especially tough to beat at $199.99; however, even with five sizes of silicone tips, they aren’t the be

The first Apple Home Key-ready smart lock with UWB is cheaper during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

There are so many great smart locks out there. But one of best models that iPhone owners should consider buying now is Aqara’s U400, which offers hands-free unlocking when you get close enough. It has Apple’s U1 ultra-wideband chip integrated to authenticate you and unlock the door hands-free, so al

Former Coatue partner raises huge $65M seed for enterprise AI agent startup

A few things turned investors' heads and drew them to participate in such a big round out of the gate.

Here are our favorite spring cleaning deals from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is underway, so naturally, a lot of the deals are geared toward the season, including plenty of gadgets to help with spring cleaning. We’ve already rounded up a selection of great robot vacuum deals, but they’re just one part of a much broader swath of Verge-approved tools t

150 million users later, Roblox competitor Rec Room is shutting down

Rec Room, a Roblox-like social gaming platform that lets users create games and experiences for others to play, is shutting down on June 1st. Despite reaching more than 150 million players and creators and, at one point, being valued at $3.5 billion, the company says in a blog post that "we never qu