Epic’s battle against Apple faces its first real test of customer loyalty
Avengers storm the latest chapter of Fortnite, but iOS and Android customers are left out of the battle.
Seriously Sony, just take our money. The PS5 pre-order circus is a mess
Sony opens up direct pre-orders 'invitations' but doesn't say which fans will get a console or how much they'll have to pay
We’re not reviewing Christopher Nolan’s Tenet. Here’s why
Given a choice between seeing Christopher Nolan's sci-fi thriller Tenet or avoiding the spread of a deadly virus, the decision should be simple.
The Amazon Halo has a lot to prove before it can compete with Fitbit and Apple
Amazon is talking a huge game with the Halo, but it has a lot of ground to make up on established fitness players.
Google finally figured out Pixels were overpriced, and it’s making good in 2020
Google's Pixels have always been relatively expensive, but lacked the flair to grab buyers. Now, it's finally figured out that price makes a huge difference.
Razer’s Pro Click and Pro Type: The all-white peripherals you’ve always wanted?
Razer's new productivity suite aims itself at ergonomic-conscious users, but the keyboard doesn't fit the bill. The mouse, on the other hand, is brilliant.
Apple could end antitrust woes by making the iOS App Store more like the Mac’s
Apple is currently caught in a legal mire of its own making. Loosening up the iOS App Store and making it more like the Mac equivalent could be a solution.
Lovecraft Country uses the Black experience to wage a righteous war
The newest HBO show deals with the racist legacy of author H.P. Lovecraft by forging a new path.
How Epic’s war with Apple and Google could backfire
Fortnite creator Epic picks a calculated, but perilous, fight with the two leading mobile giants.
4 things I love about the Pixel 4a, and 1 thing I don’t
The camera and the low price are obvious wins, but there's more to the Pixel 4a than that.
Google Pixel 4a has ushered in a new era of excellent cheap phones
Inexpensive phones are making a comeback, and a new trend means that buyers can choose top-notch photography and performance devices for less than $500.
Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5: Who will ‘win’ the next console war?
Sony seems to have the short-term advantage, but Microsoft could win the long game in the most unusual console generation yet.
The New Mutants preview from Comic-Con should come with a spoiler warning
It's nice to see fresh footage from a film you're excited about, but The New Mutants preview from Comic-Con might cross the line into spoiler territory.
Halo: Infinite isn’t a stunner, but it’s exactly what the Xbox Series X needs
The gameplay reveal of Halo: Infinite isn't a stunner, but its old-school gameplay is sure to lure in Halo purists and shooter fans craving a 4K/60 fps game.
DT Debate: Why do we all have a drawer full of old chargers and other cords?
The Digital Trends team came together to discuss and debate: Why does everyone have a box or drawer full of old phone chargers anyway?
Sleep tracking is coming to Apple Watch, but monitoring your sleep is a bad idea
The Apple Watch is adding sleep-tracking features, but wearables have a bad track record for sleep tracking, so we recommend charging overnight instead.
Google needs to get back to basics with Android. Why? Take a look at iOS 14
Google has increasingly focused more on innovative features rather than fixing the fundamental flaws of Android. Here's why it needs to get back to the basics.
Pentax spells out vision as an art company that ignores superior tech
Is shooting with an SLR artistically better than shooting with mirrorless? Pentax's new company principles raise some concerns about the future of the company.
It’s time for a touchscreen iMac, and the iPad Pro proves it can be done
Apple’s next iMac could take some design inspiration from the iPad Pro, potentially giving us the first ever touchscreen Mac. Here’s why it would work so well.
Samsung, it’s time to say goodbye to the Galaxy Note
The Samsung Galaxy Note no longer represents the aspirational cutting edge of Samsung technology, so it is time to retire the Note brand and focus on Galaxy Z.
The Last of Us Part II death threats are a selfish, destructive response to art
The Last of Us Part II has left players extremely divided, with some turning their dislike for the game into fuel for hateful comments. This trend must stop.
By going back to Batman for HBO Max, DC is missing a golden opportunity
WarnerMedia is betting big on the Dark Knight with an upcoming series set in the universe of Matt Reeves' upcoming film The Batman, but they can do better.
Apple Arcade teeters on irrelevance as it desperately seeks ‘engagement’
Apple seeks to up Arcade's engagement, but its search for revenue might force the subscription to abandon its mission.
Vizio’s $1,300 55-inch OLED TV is a game-changer
Vizio has unleashed a huge new product line, and it now includes an OLED TV model that is undercutting the competition. Here's everything you need to know.
The Last of Us Part II has a wokeness problem, but it’s not what you think
The Last of Us Part II was immediately bombed with sexist, homophobic, and transphobic reviews. They move the conversation away from valid and useful critiques.
A portless iPhone will be a major shake-up for the smart home
There have been rumors about Apple producing a portless iPhone, so that will in turn have a major impact on how we it's charged The smart home will be affected.
Olympus has fallen: The camera maker chose its fate years ago
After defending its choices in camera design, but not selling many cameras, it's no real surprise Olympus has not seen a profit in three years.
Collision From Home is the stunning future of tech conferences
Into the conference void created by the coronavirus stepped web summit event Collision From Home, which kicked off not with a whimper but with an explosion.
How Joel Schumacher and Bat Nipples made Batman fun again
Joel Schumacher, who died on Monday, helped show that Batman doesn't have to be super-serious.
What Microsoft can learn from Apple’s Mac on ARM transition
There is a lot Microsoft can learn from Apple's ARM Macs if it wants to continue on with a next-generation ARM-based Surface.
Brace yourself. Sony’s PlayStation 5 is going to be expensive
How much will Sony's PlayStation 5 cost? Pricing still remains unknown, but our estimate suggests the price will be higher than PlayStation fans expect to pay.
Android 11 beta’s smart home controls are a fresh start, but need to stay simple
Google Assistant can be useful, but sometimes it fails to listen to commands. A quick-access menu for the smart home will be a great feature for Android 11.
HBO Max is playing bait-and-switch with its DC superhero movies
Just a few weeks after HBO Max launched, WarnerMedia is removing nearly all of its DC Comics movies, one of the streaming service's biggest selling points.
I’m not mad, HBO Max, I’m just disappointed
The launch of HBO Max not only didn't bring 4K or HDR, but also wasn't supported by either Roku or Amazon Fire, raising eyebrows and testing patience.
This could be the last time EA gets an NFL exclusive deal
EA's Madden will be the only football sim through 2025, but the shadow of NFL 2K looms large, and the company's days of exclusivity could be coming to an end.
Don’t upgrade your camera. It won’t make you a better photographer
Photographers are not spared from upgrade culture, but it's a trap we need to avoid. Image quality matured years ago, and your current camera is probably fine.
After coronavirus, what happens to Hollywood and movies?
Things will never be the same for Hollywood and the movie-watching experience after coronavirus, but that might not be a bad thing. Here's what we can expect.
The pandemic might have killed the office forever. Is that a good thing?
Facebook will join Twitter and Square in moving a large chunk of its workforce to remote work permanently. Will Silicon Valley's shift kill office culture?