During this week’s It’s Glowtime iPhone 16 launch event, Apple announced just one new version of personal audio: the AirPods 4. But these wireless earbuds come in two flavors: regular, and with active-noise cancellation. Engadget’s own Billy Steele was on the ground in Cupertino and had a chance to briefly try the new buds and praised the notable addition on the higher-end buds, but those will cost you $50 more than the standard pair. Both models are available for pre-order now and will land in stores on September 20. Here’s how to get yours.

We didn’t get a new generation of AirPods Pro — last year’s update is the most current edition — but the high-end buds are getting a ton of new hearing features as a software update this fall. The AirPods Max only got a minor update, with a USB-C connector and new colors.

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Apple Intelligence is coming next month. The company has revealed that its artificial intelligence platform is arriving on iPhones, iPads and MacBooks with the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 updates rolling out in October. It will only work on Apple’s newer and more powerful devices, though, including the iPhone 15 Pro and the upcoming iPhone 16 models, as well as MacBooks and iPads running on M-series chips. In addition, the first batch of Apple Intelligence features will only be available in US English. Support for English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa and the UK will be available in December, while for other languages, including Chinese, French, Japanese and Spanish is coming next year. 

One of the first Apple Intelligence features you’ll be able to use is Writing Tools, which can rewrite, proofread and summarize text for you in Mail, Notes, Pages and even in third-party apps. The Memories feature will give you a way to easily create movies in Photos when you type a description for the kind of images you’re looking for. You’ll even be able to search for specific photos and videos by using natural language. …read more

If you’re looking for a device that can do it all, a 2-in-1 laptop might be just what you need. These versatile machines combine the power of a laptop with the flexibility of a tablet, making them great options for everything from note-taking and sketching to full-on work or entertainment. Whether you’re a student, creative or just want a more flexible setup, a 2-in-1 gives you the best of both worlds without having to carry multiple devices.

We’ve tested and reviewed some of the top models out there from brands like Acer, Lenovo, Samsung and Apple to help you find the perfect fit. Flip the screen around for movie nights, use it in tablet mode for hands-on projects or stick to traditional laptop mode for work – there are options for everyone.

Factors to consider before buying a 2-in-1 laptop

When you’re shopping for a 2-in-1, there are some basic criteria to keep in mind. First, look at the spec sheet to see how heavy the tablet is (alone, and with the keyboard). Most modern hybrids weigh less than 2 pounds. If the overall weight of the tablet and its keyboard come close to 3 pounds, you may be better off …read more

You’ll have to pay a bit more for a PS5 DualSense controller that you might be expecting if you’re getting a new one. As IGN reports, Sony has raised the controllers’ prices worldwide by $5, even in its own shop. The standard DualSense controllers in the basic colors will now cost you $75 instead of $70, while the more expensive metallic variants — sterling silver, cobalt blue and volcanic red — will set you back $80. Retailers selling the controllers have already changed their prices upon checking, including Amazon, Best Buy and Target. The new prices seem to have taken effect in other regions, as well, including the UK, EU countries and Australia. 

Back in August, Sony raised PlayStation 5 prices in Japan by 19 percent due to “challenging economic decisions.” The company didn’t elaborate, but it is expecting fewer PS5 sales in 2025, even though the console is still outselling the Xbox Series X/S. It also raised the prices of PS5 accessories in Japan at the time, and now the rest of the world has followed suit. 

Sony will hold an event today, September 10, for a PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation that will stream live …read more

The first two Pixel Watches were playing catch-up. Now, Google’s starting to flesh out its wearable vision.

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