Kia’s electric van lineup is getting more interesting with reveal of PV7
Kia introduced its PV7 electric van for passengers and cargo. The van will be available in Europe and Korea in 2027.
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One of the best 3D printers for beginners is almost $100 off
Also catch discounts on a portable Bluetooth speaker from JBL, Switch Joy-Cons, and a 140W Anker charging station.
‘American Idol’ to Move From Hollywood to Georgia for Season 25
No more Hollywood! "American Idol" is moving to Georgia starting with Season 25, another blow to California's production market
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I have always believed that if you take a call on speaker, in public, I am allowed to participate. You made it a group call, I’m gonna weigh in! The Journal discovered that blaring your phone’s audio for the world to hear — also known as “loudcasting” — is a big and growing problem. I’m all for fining and shaming perpetrators, but this is simple. Just wear headphones! EarPods are the best $20 you’ll ever spend, for both your audio quality and my sanity. [Link: For the Love of God, Please Put on Headphones | https://www.wsj.com/tech/personal-tech/speakerphone-in-public-spaces-08a6a16d?st=aDGRcq&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink | WSJ]
SwitchBot adds a roller mop to its pint-sized robovac.
I saw the upcoming S30 Mini at IFA last week, and my bathroom floors are excited. SwitchBot’s line of mini robot vacuums is great for smaller spaces like apartments, home offices, or bedrooms, but none have full mopping capabilities — until now. The S30 Mini adds a roller mop to the 11-inch-wide vacuum, and it looks like a good solution for small bathrooms. There’s no price or release date yet. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/LR6B5853.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/LR6B5848.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all]
Hisense’s RoamView is a 32-inch Android tablet you can roll around the house.
Following the LG StanbyME and Samsung Movingstyle, Hisense is the latest company to debut a TV on a wheeled pedestal. The $1,200 RoamView pairs a 32-inch, 4K, camera-equipped touchscreen with a 10-hour battery, wireless connectivity, Android OS, and an included easel for using the display on a desk. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/hisense1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/hisense2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Now Light’s minimalist phone can easily call an Uber
The Light Phone III’s new Rideshare tool adds easy access to Uber or Lyft, directly from the minimalist phone.
Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint
The $170 Pal 2 includes an LCD screen, a 10-megapixel sensor, autofocus, and face detection.
Waymo says it will launch in Japan in 2027.
The robotaxi company is partnering with taxi operator Nihon Kotsu and ride hailing app GO to offer on demand, 24/7 self-driving rides through both the Waymo and GO apps in 2027. Waymo has been testing its vehicles in Tokyo since 2025, but this is the first time it’s put an official date on the launch of its commercial robotaxi service. The company is eyeing additional overseas markets, including London and Munich. [Link: Opening our doors to Tokyo riders in 2027 with Nihon Kotsu and GO | https://waymo.com/blog/2026/09/opening-tokyo-in-2027-with-nihon-kotsu-go/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email | Waymo]
Amazon’s next 48-hour Prime Day sale starts October 6th.
Prime Big Deal Days is its annual October sale, and this year it’s running from October 6th at 3:01am ET through the 7th at the same time. New deals will arrive three times daily, and we’ll be covering the event closely, highlighting the best discounts on products that Verge readers care about.
A street photographer tested Dyson’s new CameraJet toothbrush.
They say the best camera is the one you have with you, but that might not apply if you’re fastidious about oral care and only have Dyson’s new camera-equipped toothbrush in your back pocket. As the street photographer behind the allthegearnoskill Instagram account discovered, the CameraJet’s camera’s capabilities are optimized for inside your mouth, not the outside world. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/toothbrush.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
Voicemod’s new pocket-friendly device brings real-time voice changing to your phone
Voicemod’s Key Pocket sticks to the back of your phone and works alongside a mobile app and microphone to alter your voice during games, calls, or streams.
Matthew Rhys just made Emmys history. He didn't thank Keri Russell onstage, but backstage was a different story.
After a record-setting Emmys night, 'Widow's Bay' star Rhys saved his most personal praise for his longtime partner and fellow nominee.
PopSockets’ ultra-thin Low-Pro grip is now available as an iPhone case.
Nearly three months after the MagSafe version of its new 2.6mm thick Low-Pro grip launched, PopSockets is introducing a new version built into a protective case. The $59.99 Low‑Pro Case offers the same functionality including a fold-out, rotating stand, but is only compatible with iPhone 17 and iPhone 18 Pro and Max models. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/popsockets1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/popsockets2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
KitchenAid’s iconic mixer now has a glowing bowl that illuminates your counter.
Not all of KitchenAid’s mixer upgrades focus on functionality. Like the walnut stand mixer that launched in 2024, KitchenAid’s new $699.99 Design Series Luminaire Stand Mixer prioritizes aesthetics with a new blue peppercorn colorway and a fluted glass bowl illuminated from below that casts glowing patterns on kitchen workspaces. [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/kitchenaid1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/kitchenaid3.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/kitchenaid2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] [Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/kitchenaid4.jpg?quality=90&strip=all]
GM updates its trucks’ native software to coexist with CarPlay
GM is introducing a new user interface for its Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks that includes, for the first time, picture-in-picture phone projection.
Microsoft issues emergency Windows 11 update to fix its record-breaking patch
The out-of-band update fixes Remote Desktop, USB audio, and Hyper-V issues.
Google’s motion sickness dots are no longer a Pixel exclusive.
Motion Assist is similar to Apple’s Motion Cues, displaying moving dots that track a vehicle’s movement and help reduce motion sickness in the process. It rolled out for Pixel phones last month, but Google’s Mishaal Rahman says it’s now generally available in Android 17. > To use motion assist, you’ll need an Android device running Android 17 or higher with Google Play Services updated. To set it up, open Settings, tap your profile > All services, then tap “Motion assist” under “Personal & device safety.”