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/ If you’ve become accustomed to conveniently logging in to your accounts using the app on your Apple Watch, you’ll need to find an alternative.

/ Don’t expect a repeat of last year’s ‘crypto bowl’ now that the companies behind those ads are experiencing bankruptcy and layoffs.

/ The decision could spell trouble for a separate FTC suit challenging Microsoft’s purchase of Activision.

/ With chat history, you’ll be able to see what other viewers have been talking about before you visited the stream.

/ Is the catalog staying fresh or is it just inconsistent?

Gift Guide A few gift ideas for that special someone in your life that aren’t just candies, chocolates, or cringe. Share this story Valentine’s Day might be one of the campier holidays, sure, but there’s nothing wrong with using it as an opportunity to show that special someone in your life how much you care. But if you’re stuck thinking only cheesy gifts like chocolates or a generic teddy bear are the way to go, then you’re doing yourself (and your partner) a huge disservice. Lucky for you, we’re here to help. We’ve consulted many of the fine tastemakers here at The Verge and have pooled together a diverse batch of tech, non-tech, and nontraditional gifts that will make your valentine light up with excitement. There are gifts for all types of people, too, from couples in committed relatio...

/ Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth shared some context about why the company is shutting down the beloved VR game. John Carmack has weighed in, too.

/ The game that frustrated and delighted us decades ago will soon be available for the device in your pocket — in remastered, three-dimensional glory. 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: Cyan The classic puzzle game Myst is celebrating its 30th birthday this year with a new way to play: on your iOS device. Myst Mobile is based on the remastered version of the original that’s been released for Oculus headsets and PCs over the past few years. It hits mobile devices on February 9th. The new iOS port will support iPhones and iPads with A12 bionic chipsets and newer, so you can expe...

/ The computing giant reportedly experienced a 37 percent decline in PC shipments in Q4, 2022 compared to the previous year. 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 Brandon Bell/Getty Images Computer manufacturer Dell is set to cut about 6,650 jobs representing 5 percent of its global workforce, according to a report from Bloomberg. Announced in a memo on Monday, Dell Co-Chief Operating Officer Jeff Clarke said that the company’s previous cost-cutting measures, such as a pause on hiring and limitations on travel, have proved insufficient, and that the company is experiencing mark...

/ Can the EV upstart find success where so many other automakers have failed? 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 Nilay Patel / The Verge Electric automaker Rivian is developing an electric bike, according to sources speaking to Bloomberg. CEO RJ Scaringe apparently told staff about the e-bike effort during a company meeting on Friday, noting that a small team is currently working on it.  Bloomberg says it’s unclear if Scaringe was talking about a battery-assisted bicycle (aka an e-bike) or an electric motorcycle. However, Scaringe has teased an entry ...

/ Apple could release the high-end device alongside the iPhone Pro and Pro Max.