This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on all…
Others
Midjourney announces surprise purchase of popular horoscope app Co-Star
One of the world's leading generative AI companies, with products licensed by tech powerhouses like Meta, has just announced its…
Warner Bros. is suing Amazon for poaching employees
Warner Bros. Discovery has filed suit against Amazon, accusing it of illegally poaching employees, including Pia Barlow, former senior VP…
One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.
A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix…
Is this e-reader case a gun?
Is an e-reader case as dangerous as a Glock 19? Last month, Louisville, Kentucky-based creator Luke The Maker showed off…
Folding and flipping phones are getting seriously good
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 137, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're…
The tech-broification of American science has officially begun
Trump’s science adviser Michael Kratsios has no science background. | Image: Getty / The Verge The Trump administration unveiled the…
How to preorder Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8: See preorder offers
Where to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy phones Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 $1,199.99 at Samsung Pre-Order Here Amazon Galaxy…
Pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 at Amazon and get a free $200 gift card
GET A FREE $200 GIFT CARD: Pre-order the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 for $1,199.99 at Amazon by August…
RingConn Gen 3 is here, now with vibration alerts. Heres what to know about the new smart ring.
Oura isn't the only one with a new smart ring. RingConn, a subscription-free alternative, just dropped its Gen 3 smart…