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8BitDo’s Ultimate 2C controller drops to $25

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . If you’re looking for a versatile new wireless controller that isn’t exclusive to a particular platform, 8BitDo’s various pads are always worth considering. And Amazon’s current deal on the brand’s Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller is nearly the cheapest we’ve seen. Right now, if you pic

25 Best Deals on Father’s Day Gifts (2025)

Shopping for a Father’s Day gift doesn't have to be difficult or expensive. We've rustled up real discounts on WIRED-approved gear. All of it is actually on sale—no fake discounts here—with plenty that could still arrive before Father’s Day on June 15. In need of gift ideas? Check out our curated, hand-picked gift guides, including Gifts for Dads, Gifts for Men, and Gifts for Golfers. Updated June 12, 2025: We've ensured accuracy and added new deals on an iPad, Ray-Ban Meta glasses, a toiletry

The best multi-device wireless charging pads for 2025

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . There’s a good chance you own a couple of gadgets that support wireless charging now, be it your iPhone or Android phone, wireless earbuds or smartwatch. Multi-device wireless chargers can help power them all up in one place, without the need for a bunch of cords messing up your space.

FCC threat to revoke EchoStar spectrum licenses draws widespread backlash

The Federal Communications Commission is facing widespread criticism after threatening to revoke EchoStar licenses for spectrum bands that rival firms, including SpaceX, want to take over. Opposition to license revocations came from conservatives, telecom consumer advocates, and some industry groups. The Free State Foundation, a free-market group that has generally supported Republican priorities at the FCC, filed comments saying that "arbitrary" decisions would create instability in the market

8 Best Cordless Vacuums for Your Whole House (2025)

Honorable Mentions We haven't tried a vacuum yet that we absolutely hate. These ones below are solid vacuums, and in some cases are much cheaper than our top picks, but we didn't like them as much. Bissell IconPet Turbo Edge for $200: Bissell's OG stick vacuum is a popular model that's been around for a while. It does a good job picking up hair and cat litter, and easily turns into a handheld vac too. The battery lasts a little longer, but former WIRED reviewer Medea Giordano wasn't impressed

Asus’ new “Fragrance Mouse” is a wireless mouse that also smells

PC- and accessory-maker Asus has never been one to shy away from a strange idea, whether it's a tablet that you need to slide your smartphone into before you can use it, a laptop touchpad that's also a screen, or going with "Rock Solid, Heart Touching" as a corporate slogan. But an announcement the company made today stands out: Asus is launching something called the Asus Fragrance Mouse, a fairly regular-looking wireless mouse that also smells. Yes, the main differentiating feature of the Frag

Did Samsung just cancel the fancy 3-in-1 charger it showed off at Unpacked?

TL;DR Samsung has pulled the product page for its recently announced three-in-one wireless charger. This suggests that the Galaxy maker may have canceled the accessory, but we’ve asked the company for more information. Samsung quietly announced a new three-in-one wireless charger alongside the Galaxy S25 phones last month. The company didn’t offer many details at the time, but it now looks like this product has vanished. SammyGuru noticed that Samsung recently pulled the official product page

Best Noise-Canceling Earbuds for 2025

Bowers & Wilkins PI7 S2: In 2023, Bowers & Wilkins upgraded its fantastic-sounding PI7 noise-canceling earbuds. The new S2 model has better battery life and Bluetooth range, now up to 25 meters (double the previous range). Additionally, the buds now integrate into the new Bowers & Wilkins Music app for iOS and Android and have a much-improved setup experience. Learn more in our full Bowers & Wilkins PI7 review. JBL Live Pro 2: Over the years, JBL has put out some decent true-wireless earbuds, b

Best Wireless Earbuds of 2025

Master & Dynamic MW09: Master & Dynamic headphones and earbuds have always featured unique, eye-catching designs that include premium materials like aluminum, sapphire glass and Kevlar. Its latest MW09 flagship true wireless earbuds ($349) look pretty similar to its earlier MW08 buds but have some upgrades on the inside that deliver better performance, particularly when it comes to noise cancellation. The earbuds sound great but are mysteriously out of stock everywhere, so we dropped them from t

Android Auto glitch is causing phones to reboot when connected wirelessly

Adam Birney / Android Authority TL;DR Android Auto users are experiencing phone reboots when wirelessly connecting to their car systems. Complaints indicate that the issue stems from a recent Android Auto update. Some users are also experiencing complete wireless connectivity failure. Android Auto users are facing an irritating issue. Their phones are rebooting when attempting to wirelessly connect to car systems using the platform. This problem appears to have emerged after the release of A

The best earbuds for Android devices in 2025

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Fair or not, Apple has turned its AirPods into the default choice for most iPhone owners in the market for new wireless earbuds. If you’re one of the millions who have an Android phone, though, figuring out what set to grab isn’t as obvious. If you need a hand, allow us to point you in

The best gaming keyboards of 2025

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The best gaming keyboards can make you feel in total control while sweating through an online shooter and more comfortable while taking in a 100-hour RPG. They may not always feel as luxurious for typing as a custom mechanical keyboard, but they’ve become increasingly sophisticated wit

This $25 wireless charger is better than Apple's product (and comes with a long cord)

ZDNET's key takeaways The Anker MagGo Qi2 magnetic wireless charger pad is available for only $25. It's a cheap high-speed Qi2 compatible wireless charger, but well-built and features a long cord. There is no charger included with the standard option (this kit costs an additional $9). $24.99 at Amazon Recently, I've seen more and more power banks integrating wireless charging capabilities, such as the Anker MagGo Qi2. These devices are appealing for their ability to attach directly to the bac

DOGE Now Has Access to the Top US Cybersecurity Agency

Edward Coristine, a 19-year-old engineer with Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) known as “Big Balls,” is now on staff at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), WIRED has confirmed. He is joined by another member of the DOGE team, 38-year-old software engineer Kyle Schutt, who is now also on the CISA staff, according to a government source. CISA referred WIRED to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), of which it’s a component agency, when

iPhone 17 series could finally get an upgrade that Android flagships have had for years

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Apple could offer reverse wireless charging support on its next-gen iPhones. The company is allegedly testing 7.5W reverse wireless charging on the iPhone 17 Pro. Apple just unveiled the much-awaited iPhone 16e. It features several significant upgrades that could give Android mid-rangers a run for their money. Apple aims to do the same with its next-gen iPhone lineup by offering a few noteworthy changes that could give the iPhone 17 series an edge over