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You can chat with Copilot in Firefox now - and Windows users get an extra perk

Lance Whitney / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Firefox 143 is now available to download. Update includes 2 big changes and other features. It could win back some users who've left. Mozilla is back with another release of Firefox, and this time, some features might make you come back (if you've left). These two features, along with a few other updates and the usual bug fixes, might make Firefox 143 attractive to a cer

Firefox 143 for Android to introduce DoH

All web browsing starts with a DNS query to find the IP address for the desired service or website. For much of the internet’s history, this query is sent in the clear. DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) plugs this privacy leak by encrypting the DNS messages, so no one on the network, not your internet service provider or a free public WiFi provider, can eavesdrop on your browsing. In 2020, Firefox became the first browser to roll out DoH by default, starting in the United States and in 2023, we announced

Eagles vs. Chiefs Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 2 Online Today

When to watch the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept. 14, at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT). Where to watch The Eagles-Chiefs game will be broadcast nationally on Fox, with Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady on the call. There are usually a couple games in the late window on Sunday afternoon, but this Week 2 matchup is so tasty that the NFL has made it a national broadcast. It's Jalen Hurts and the Philly Tush Push going up against the magic of Patrick Mahomes and the Andy Reid-

Giants vs. Cowboys Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 2 Online Today

When to watch New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Giants-Cowboys game will air on Fox, with Greg Olsen and Joe Davis on the call. The second week of the season is too early to label a game as "must-win," but these two NFC East teams are staring an 0-2 start in the face. The Giants dropped their opener to the Washington Commanders, putting up only a pair of field goals in the loss. Despite the stagnant offense, Giants head coach B

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Bears vs. Lions Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 2 Online Today

When to watch Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions Sunday, Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Bears-Lions game will air on Fox, with Kenny Albert and Jonathan Vilma on the call. The Bears and Lions are each still searching for their first win of the season and meet in Detroit today to see who can avoid an 0-2 start. It's a homecoming for new Bears head coach Ben Johnson, who spent the last three seasons as the Lions' offensive coordinator. His top task this season is to get th

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Seahawks vs. Steelers Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 2 Online Today

When to watch Seattle Seahawks vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday, Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Seahawks-Steelers game will air on Fox, with Adam Amin and Mark Sanchez calling the game. For the first week at least, the Aaron Rodgers experiment in Pittsburgh has been a success. The 41-year-old future Hall of Famer led the Steelers to a Week 1 win over his former team, the New York Jets, tossing four touchdowns in the process. Today, he gets his first home start in Pitts

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49ers vs. Saints Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 2 Online Today

When to watch San Francisco 49ers vs. New Orleans Saints Sunday, Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The 49ers-Saints game will air on Fox, with Kevin Kugler and Daryl Johnston on the call. The 49ers started the season with a win, but lost quarterback Brock Purdy in the process. With Purdy unlikely to play, backup Mac Jones is in line to start in New Orleans. Second-year QB Spencer Rattler is the Saints' starter, and helped keep them in the game last week before a late rally c

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Firefox provides AI page summaries if you shake your iPhone

AI summaries seem to be everywhere, with the latest entry into the mix coming courtesy of Mozilla. The company has announced that its web browser, Firefox, is rolling out page summaries on mobile devices. Notably, this feature is only available for English-language iOS users in the US right now. Unlike other major summary tools from Google and the like, Firefox's page summaries are available when you shake your device. If you feel a bit weird doing that then you can, instead, tap the thunderbol

Nuclearn gets $10.5M to help the nuclear industry embrace AI

Companies that have dug deep into AI have fallen in love with nuclear power for its promise of 24/7 electricity. Meta, Google, and Microsoft have all made deals with startups or reactor operators. But does the nuclear industry love AI back? Yes, with caveats. No one is proposing to let an AI run a reactor, but power companies are increasingly interested in the technology’s potential to tighten things up on the business side, Bradley Fox, co-founder and CEO of Nuclearn, told TechCrunch. Fox an

Firefox 32-bit Linux Support to End in 2026

For many years, Mozilla has continued to provide Firefox for 32-bit Linux systems long after most other browsers and operating systems ended support. We made this choice because we care deeply about keeping Firefox available to as many people as possible, helping our users extend the life of their hardware and reduce unnecessary obsolescence. Today, however, 32-bit Linux (on x86) is no longer widely supported by the vast majority of Linux distributions, and maintaining Firefox on this platform

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49ers vs. Seahawks Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the 49ers vs. Seahawks Sunday, Sept. 7, at 4:05 p.m. PT (1:05 p.m. ET). Where to watch The 49ers-Seahawks game will air on Fox. After missing the playoffs last year, the 49ers and Seahawks each faced a quarterback question this past offseason. The 49ers decided to stick with Brock Purdy and signed him to a massive five-year extension. The Seahawks went the other route and replaced Geno Smith with Sam Darnold, hoping that his success last season with the Vikings will continue t

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Titans vs. Broncos Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Titans vs. Broncos Sunday, Sept. 7, at 2:05 p.m. MT (4:05 p.m. ET, 1:05 p.m. PT). Where to watch The Titans-Broncos game will air on Fox. It's probably a stretch for Titans fans to hope that first overall pick Cam Ward can lead the team to the playoffs in his rookie season, as Bo Nix did last season for the Broncos. Ward will make his first NFL start on Sunday against a Broncos team that won 10 games last year and snuck into the playoffs as the AFC's seventh seed. While B

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Buccaneers vs. Falcons Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Buccaneers vs. Falcons Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Buccaneers-Falcons game will air on Fox. The Buccaneers and Falcons figure to be the two contenders in the NFC South this season, which gives this Week 1 matchup more weight than your typical opening game. The Bucs won the division last year ahead of the Falcons, who finished a distant second. It's a new era in Atlanta with second-year QB Michael Penix Jr. taking the reins, while Baker Ma

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Giants vs. Commanders Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Giants vs. Commanders Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Giants-Commanders game will air on CBS. The Commanders were the surprise team of 2024, with rookie QB Jayden Daniels leading Washington to a 12-5 record in the regular season before making a playoff run to the NFL championship game. Their attempt to return to the playoffs this year begins with a divisional matchup at home against the Giants, who are looking to rebound from a 3-14 disaster o

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Bengals vs. Browns Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Bengals vs. Browns Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Bengals-Browns game will air on Fox. These two AFC North rivals open the season in Cleveland with the Bengals looking to return to the playoffs after a two-year absence. The Bengals are again hoping their offensive trio of quarterback Joe Burrow and receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins can put up enough points to offset any shortcomings on defense. The Browns, meanwhile, are looking to re

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Panthers vs. Jaguars Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Panthers vs. Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Panthers-Jaguars game will air on Fox. The Panthers and Jaguars were two of the worst teams in the league last year, and if their respective quarterbacks don't improve this season, each will examine its supposed franchise QB closely. It's Year 3 in Carolina for former first overall pick Bryce Young, who showed some improvement last season in head coach Dave Canales' first year. It's Year 5

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Newsmax Sues Fox News for Having a ‘Monopoly’ on Right-Wing News

Conservative news broadcaster Newsmax is suing Fox News, accusing its fellow right-wing network of having engaged in anti-competitive practices. In an antitrust lawsuit filed in Florida this week, Newsmax accuses Fox of abusing its position at the top of the rightwing media food chain to keep out smaller competitors—namely, itself. “Fox Corporation has long engaged in an exclusionary scheme to increase and maintain its dominance in the market for U.S. right-leaning pay TV news, resulting in su

The Morning After: DJI’s tiny Mic 3 can record four subjects at once

It was a quiet Labor Day weekend for tech, but the Engadget team has kept busy testing out new gear from the likes of DJI, Sony and Bose. I want to kick things off with the new flagship DJI Mic 3. The wireless mics have a wholesale design change from the Mic 2, plus many improvements in sound quality, noise reduction and the number of subjects you can record at once — though there is one downgrade compared to the last model. I’ve had one for over a week, so I’ll share some impressions as well.

Hardening Firefox – a checklist for improved browser privacy

This checklist will walk you (and me) through the settings and extensions I use to improve my privacy when using Firefox. If you’re looking for a web browser that offers a high degree of privacy out of the box with minimal setup, Brave is a common choice. However, I prefer Firefox for several reasons: Firefox is developed by the nonprofit organization Mozilla. I value Mozilla’s commitment to open source software. Firefox is not based on Chromium. Brave, like most browsers, is based on Chromi

Fox and Google Reach Agreement to Keep Fox Channels on YouTube TV

Fret not, football fans, Fox channels are staying on YouTube TV. Google and Fox reached an agreement to end their dispute that could have led to the removal of Fox channels from Google-owned YouTube TV. Google announced the deal last night in a YouTube blog post stating, "We're happy to share that we've reached an agreement with Fox to keep their content on YouTube TV, preserve the value of our service for our subscribers and offer more flexibility in the future. This means that Fox channels, i

YouTube TV subscribers won't lose access to Fox content after all

YouTube TV subscribers won't have to worry about missing key college football games and other Fox content after the two sides struck a deal yesterday. "We’re happy to share that we’ve reached an agreement with Fox to keep their content on YouTube TV," the Alphabet-owned company wrote on its blog. Earlier this week, YouTube TV warned subscribers that they could lose access to Fox content including the start of the NFL season and a key college football game between top-ranked Texas and Utah. The

Fubo Sports will make a play for football fans' dollars on September 2

Fubo is making a move to attract new subscribers ahead of the NFL season. The company's new Fubo Sports bundle includes content from ESPN, Fox and local affiliates. The football-friendly package costs $56 monthly. Fubo Sports includes over 20 sports and broadcast networks. You get all of ESPN's live channels (including ESPN+). As for Fox, it has FS1, FS2 and the curious inclusion (for a sports package) of Fox News. The bundle also has the ACC Network, Big 10 Network, CBS Sports Network, Fubo Sp

Fubo Sports is a $55.99 / month streaming bundle made for watching football

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Fubo is launching a new Sports plan on September 2nd that costs $55.99 per month and comes with over 20 live sports and news-focused channels, including the ESPN and Fox Sports channels, as well as local stations owned by ABC, CBS, and Fox. Where available, this

YouTube TV, Fox reach short-term extension to prevent blackout as football season starts

Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns scrambles with the ball during the third quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the Playoff First Round Game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Dec. 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. Google said Wednesday that it reached a short-term extension with Fox to prevent its channels from going dark on its YouTube TV streaming service. However, Google did not specify how long the extension will last. "We have reached a short-term extension with Fox to prevent

YouTube-Fox standoff has high stakes as college football, NFL seasons kick off

A news ticker outside Fox News headquarters reads: Grand jury votes to indict former President Donald Trump, at the News Corporation building in New York City, U.S., March 31, 2023. In less than three days, college football will be showcasing one of its most-highly anticipated week one matchups ever, with top-ranked Texas heading on the road to play reigning national champion and third-ranked Ohio State. Fox is airing the much-hyped game. YouTube TV subscribers may be out of luck. Google's Yo

NFL Sunday Ticket finally offers a month-to-month option

With the 2025 NFL season only nine days away, YouTube is adding a new way to pay for Sunday Ticket. You can now get the service on a month-to-month basis. Your cost will depend on a few factors. If you're new to Sunday Ticket, you'll pay $85 monthly (up to four payments). For returning subscribers, your fee will vary depending on whether you're subscribed to YouTube TV. If you are, Sunday Ticket will cost $115 per month. If you don't have YouTube TV, you'll pay a whopping monthly fee of $145. T

YouTube TV Subscribers Could Lose NFL and College Football Without a Deal by Tomorrow Night

As an Ohio native and a Buckeye fan since birth, I am filled with nerves and excitement at the start of every college football season. And I'm feeling all the feelings even more so this year with the defending champion Ohio State Buckeyes opening the season against the preseason No. 1 Texas Longhorns and with a quarterback making his first college start. I'll know a lot more about this year's team after Saturday's game -- if I'm able to watch it. Adding to my anxious feelings this week is the o

YouTube TV warns subscribers they may lose Fox channels

YouTube TV could soon lose access to Fox channels, it announced on its official blog, mere days before the 2025 NFL season begins. It warned users that it's actively negotiating with Fox now that the renewal date for their partnership is approaching, but Fox is allegedly asking for an amount "far higher than what partners with comparable content offerings receive." YouTube TV says it's aiming to reach an agreement that "reflects the value of their content and is fair for both sides" without the

YouTube TV could lose Fox channels this week

is a senior editor following news across tech, culture, policy, and entertainment. He joined The Verge in 2021 after several years covering news at Engadget. With the start of the NFL season looming, it’s also a window where many TV contracts are up for renewal, and on Monday evening, YouTube TV and Fox sent out alerts indicating that their contract could come to an end as soon as August 27th, at 5PM ET. Google-owned YouTube TV says that “Fox is asking for payments that are far higher than what

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Google says Fox channels to go dark on YouTube TV if agreement isn't reached

Google -owned YouTube on Monday said it may remove channels including Fox Broadcast Network, Fox News and Fox Sports from its TV streaming platform if it doesn't reach an agreement with Fox Corporation. YouTube TV's renewal date with Fox is coming on Wednesday, and while the two companies have been in ongoing negotiations, they've been unable to reach a deal, the YouTube team wrote in a blog post. The company also emailed YouTube TV subscribers about the potential fall out with Fox. "Fox is as