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Marshall Rolls Out Motif II Earbuds With Advanced Noise Cancelling Technology
Marshall has engineered a new pair of earbuds designed for those who prioritize blocking out background noise above all else. The Motif II ANC features the brand’s advanced noise cancellation technology, allowing users to switch between modes to immerse themselves in music one moment and turn it off for a quick conversation the next.The buds pack Marshall’s signature high-quality sound, along with a microphone that supports Bluetooth LE Audio. The brand has also increased its streaming range for Bluetooth connectivity and amplified audio syncing.As for battery life, the Motif II ANC offers 10 hours of consistent playtime. With the charging case, the buds grant users up to 30 hours of total use. When in a rush, a quick charge mode boosts the buds with one hour of playtime after just 15 minu...
The NYPD will police Labor Day parties with surveillance drones
/ Nosy neighbors can call the police on parties — starting with a flying drone. a:hover]:text-black [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-e9 dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray-63 [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-13 dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63″>A Skydio 2 drone.
Here’s where you can preorder Sony’s upcoming PlayStation Portal
/ You can already preorder the device from Sony ahead of its launch date on November 15th. a]:text-gray-13″>If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Image: Sony For months, rumors have been circulating about the release date for Sony’s upcoming handheld, the PlayStation Portal. Now Sony has finally given us an answer: the PlayStation Portal will launch on November 15th. The portable device, which will be able to stream PlayStation 5 games over Wi-Fi, will retail for $199.99. There is a ...
‘G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra’ Is The Latest Retro Arcade Beat ‘Em Up
Well this was a pleasant surprise. G.I.Joe: Wrath of Cobra is the latest retro arcade-style beat 'em up gaming coming to PC and the Nintendo Switch.
PlayStation Plus Subscription Price Is Going Up, Gamers React
Yesterday's price is not today's price for the PlayStation Plus subscription service.
Watch India’s lunar rover take a spin on the Moon
/ New Chandrayaan-3 mission footage shows India’s rover doing a quick 360 on the Moon’s south pole. a]:text-gray-13″>If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Image: ISRO The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is riding on the high of its Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission’s successful landing, sharing more of it with the world by posting a new video of the lander’s imager observing the rover as it rotates on the no-longer-Super-Blue Moon’s surface. India’s space agency is trying to rese...
Jabra’s Elite 8 Active and Elite 10 Earbuds Converge Performance With Thoughtful Design
Danish audio brand Jabra has unveiled its most advanced hardware to date. The Elite 8 Active and Elite 10 are a duo of compact, lightweight earbuds bringing together high-quality audio and Scandinavian design.True to its name, the Elite 8 Active is built for listening on the go. Durability is prioritized in the buds and beyond benign merely sweat and dirt resistant, they also passed all the tests set forth in the US Military Standard for Ruggedized Electronics. That means they can withstand humidity, rain, high altitudes and temperatures and can be submerged in 1.5 m in water.The buds also pack Dolby Audio for a pristine sound and come with adaptive noise cancellation, which gauges one’s surroundings to block out external noise. Ideal for long treks, the Elite 8 Active has 8 hours of batte...
LAVOIE Aquires E-Bike Label Vanmoof
Early this summer, Amsterdam-based e-bike imprint Vanmoof was declared bankrupt by its local authorities. The rising label gained fame during the COVID-19 pandemic and is notable for its sleek build that pushes technical advancements and sophisticated designs forward. It has been announced that electronic transportation manufacturer LAVOIE has acquired Vanmoof. The McLaren Applied-backed company will aim to reignite the Vanmoof business through stable infrastructure that will continue to develop the brand’s premium offerings. Vanmoof’s e-bikes will expand alongside LAVOIE’s e-scooter operations through an international urban approach. The duo will look to redefine eco-friendly city transportation, promoting safe and active lifestyles. Speaking on the acquisition, LAVOIE CEO Eliott Wertheim...
Nvidia and AMD say they face new restrictions on AI chip sales
/ The Biden administration says it hasn’t ‘blocked’ chip sales, though. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Nvidia and AMD say they face new restrictions in some Middle Eastern countries, Reuters reports. This widens the restrictions on these chips beyond China and Russia. The new licensing requirement applies to “a subset” of Nvidia’s top-end chips, the company said. In response, the Biden administration said it “has not blocked” chip sales to the Middle East, Reuters reports. “The Commerce Department declined to comment on whether it had impos...
This USB button helps Jeopardy! contestants get their buzz on
By Andrew Marino, an audio producer, engineer, and writer. Since joining The Verge in 2015, he’s worked on several shows, including The Vergecast and Decoder. Share this story a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge The press of a single button can mean the difference between winning thousands of dollars on national television — or winning nothing at all. Jeopardy!’s buzzer is arguably the most infamous game show button; over the past 59 years, the “signaling device” has become a behind-the-scenes character of its own. The button on a stick insp...
The Eve Play brings AirPlay 2 audio to your Hi-Fi gear this November
/ The $150 streaming box only handles Apple’s digital audio spec but joins a limited market of audiophile-ready AirPlay 2 receivers. a:hover]:text-black [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-e9 dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray-63 [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-13 dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63″>The Eve Play is AirPlay 2-ready.a:hover]:text-black [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-e9 dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray-63 [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-13 dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63″>The Eve Play has a great set of outputs for a variety of setups, but no inputs.a:hover]:shadow-highlight-franklin dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-highlight-franklin [&>a]:shadow-underline-black...
Google kills Pixel Pass without ever upgrading subscriber’s phones
/ Pixel owners using Google’s subscription who expected “a phone upgrade after two years” will have to get that upgrade somewhere else — Pixel Pass is dead. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge In October 2021, Google launched a new Pixel Pass subscription program alongside the Pixel 6 series of phones that promised three things for one monthly payment ($45 for a Pixel 6 or $55 for a 6 Pro): “Google’s best mobile services, device protection, and regular device upgrades.” However, on Tuesday, Google emailed Pixel Pass customers to say: “We are...
