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Today we have with us the new Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones. This is the newest generation of Apple’s flagship audio product, and promises some notable improvements to its performance over its predecessors, while still remaining largely familiar. That’s right, predecessors. The AirPods Max 2 is the third product in the series, as there is also the non-demarcated model Apple released back in 2024 that replaced the Lightning port on the original model with USB-C, and brought some new colors, which have been carried over to the AirPods Max 2. Let’s just call that the AirPods Max 1.5. The packaging…

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part. To get this in your inbox, sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! A few weeks ago, I wrote about how Uber seemed to be everywhere, all at once in the emerging autonomous vehicle technology sector. The Financial Times has now put a number on it. The FT calculated that Uber has committed more than $10 billion to buying autonomous vehicles and taking equity stakes in the companies developing the tech, according to public records…

It’s been four weeks of Samsung Galaxy A57 at the top of our trending chart and it faced its toughest challenge yet. The upcoming Honor 600 Pro got enough of you checking it out to place second as the company’s teaser campaign went full throttle this week. Samsung Galaxy A57 5G These are the best offers from our affiliate partners. We may get a commission from qualifying sales. 256GB 8GB RAM€ 473.00£ 529.00512GB 12GB RAM£ 699.00Show all prices The Galaxy S26 Ultra managed to retain its third spot, while the Poco X8 Pro Max slid…

The winning runner at a Beijing half-marathon for humanoid robots finished the race today in 50 minutes and 26 seconds — significantly faster than the human world record of 57 minutes recently set by Jacob Kiplimo. Comparing human and robot running times may seem unfair; one social media user observed, “my car can outrun a cheetah too.” Still, the winning time is a massive improvement over last year’s race, when the fastest robot finished in two hours and 40 minutes. (Back then, I scoffed that this “would not be an impressive time for a human.”) The Associated Press reports that…

The Vastnaut One supports both hips and knees at the same time! HomeAccessibilityVastnaut One Gadget Flow EditorsVastnaut OneThe Vastnaut One brings wearable exoskeleton support for hips and knees on the trail. It takes pressure off steep climbs and long hikes, so you move with less strain and more control.Hip and Knee Assist: 4×4 model supports both hip and knee joints, cutting strain on demanding terrain. It pairs both points of support to improve stability across uneven ground.Three Model Options: Lineup includes the 4×4, the 4×4 Explorer Combo with extra battery and single-hip kit, and the lighter Dual-Motor for everyday flat…

Samsung has released the April 2026 security patch for the Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A55. The April 2026 security patch for the Galaxy A53 comes with the update having firmware version A536NKSSGGZD1 and is currently available in South Korea. Samsung Galaxy A55 The Galaxy A55, on the other hand, is receiving the April 2026 security patch with an update having firmware version A556EXXSECZD1. It’s currently rolling out in India. If you haven’t received the security update on your Galaxy A53 or Galaxy A55 yet, you can check for it manually by navigating to your phone’s Settings > Software update menu.…

OpenAI has been all over the news recently, whether that news is about acquisitions, competition with Anthropic, or bigger debates about AI’s impact on society. On the latest episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Kirsten Korosec, Sean O’Kane, and I did our best to round up all the latest OpenAI news. While the company’s latest acquisitions seem to be classic acqui-hires, Sean suggested they also address “two big existential problems that OpenAI is trying to solve right now.” First, with the team behind personal finance startup Hiro, the company may be hoping to  come up with a product that has “more…

CORSAIR MM Anti-Fray Cloth Gaming Mouse Pad lasts and lasts HomeComputer AccessoriesCORSAIR MM Anti-Fray Cloth Gaming Mouse Pad Gadget Flow EditorsCORSAIR MM Anti-Fray Cloth Gaming Mouse PadThe MM Anti-Fray Cloth Gaming Mouse Pad offers a balanced surface for tracking and control. Stays stable and resists wear during sessions on multiple desk setups.Micro-woven surface: With precise sensor tracking and balanced glide, you get consistent aim and smooth control, for all game genres.Natural rubber base: Grippy base keeps the pad in place so the tracking surface stays aligned and you avoid slips that break aim.Anti-fray stitched edges: Reinforced edges prevent fraying and…

Motorola unveiled the Moto G Stylus (2026) at the beginning of April, and the phone went on sale earlier this week. So we’re right on schedule to bring you a quick unboxing before we’re off to review the phone. The Moto G Stylus (2026) is up for grabs on Amazon, Best Buy, and Motorola.com and costs $500. It ships with a USB cable and nothing more. That means you’d need to supply your own case and 68W charger. On the plus side, the phone has a pretty back panel that you don’t need to cover up because Moto ensures the…

In a recent episode of “No Priors” — the excellent podcast co-hosted by AI investors Sarah Guo and Elad Gil — Gil made a point about exit timing that’s undoubtedly familiar to founders who’ve spent time with him but seems particularly useful in this moment of go-go dealmaking. For most companies, Gil said, there’s roughly a 12-month period where the business is at its peak value, “and then it crashes out.” The companies that capture generational returns are often the ones where someone spies that moment instead of assuming the good times will get even better. Lotus, AOL, and Mark…