Microsoft reverses Xbox Live price hike, will add free multiplayer for some games

In one of the first positive Friday night news dumps I can remember, Microsoft has not only reversed course on its poorly-received plan to raise the price for Xbox Live, it’s adding a treat. Soon, for free-to-play games (like Fortnite or Apex Legends...

Sony’s flagship Xperia 1 II will ship in July for $1,200

Sony’s flagship Xperia 1 II smartphone will ship on July 24th for an eye-watering $1,199 in the US, the company announced. Pre-orders open up on June 1st and if you buy before June 28th, you’ll get a pretty nice gift: a free pair of Sony’s excellent...

Sonos hikes prices on the Amp and Port as it moves production out of China

Sonos is moving production of its Sonos Amp and Sonos Port from China to Malaysia, and it will increase the price of both devices by $50. Sonos told The Verge that its decision to move production is less of a response to tariffs, which it reportedly...

Hulu increases the price of its live TV service, again

Hulu's live TV streaming is about to get more expensive. The company announced today that its Hulu + Live TV option would increase to $54.99 a month starting December 18th. This is the second time this year the company has raised its rate on live tel...

DJI’s Mavic Mini is so small it doesn’t require FAA registration

DJI's new drone, the Mavic Mini, is a palm-sized device that's so light it doesn't require FAA registration. DJI hasn't officially announced Mavic Mini, but it hasn't done a great job of keeping it a secret, either. Today, a listing on the online ret...