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Several LG smart TV owners, including some Engadget staff, were surprised to find what looked like suddenly installed on their devices earlier this week. After all the raised eyebrows, a representative from LG has reached out to say that the company “will take steps to allow users to delete the shortcut icon if they wish.”According to the spokesperson, the Copilot icon is a shortcut for launching the AI chatbot in the TV’s web browser rather than an application embedded in the appliance. We’ve asked for more specifics about when people will be able to get rid of the Copilot prompt,…
A 3D printer is a wonderful tool, especially around the holidays. I recently upgraded to the Bambu Lab P2S, and wanted to put it to work making some fun games for the family to play. Here are five of the games I 3D printed to play (and gift) this Christmas. HTG Wrapped 2025: 24 days of tech 24 days of our favorite hardware, gadgets, and tech 3D printing let me modify these games however I wanted Mini, pocket-sized board games, anyone? Credit: Patrick Campanale / How-To Geek My wife loves collecting the World’s Smallest games, so I thought 3D printing some…
Who doesn’t love the aroma of freshly baked pie wafting through the house? The smell of buttery crust and sweet, spiced bubbling filling is like a big warm hug that instantly gets you in the mood for dessert, the holidays, and the nostalgic feelings of being home sweet home. There’s no question about it: Homemade pie is wonderful. But that doesn’t mean that it’s always a low-maintenance job! If you’ve ever baked a pie, you probably know the common struggles that often come with the process. Whether you’re a professional pastry chef or a beginner home baker, the woes are…
The best DVD Recorder/VHS VCR combinations offer seamless media conversions while saving space. Here are our recommendations for making the process simple and painless. Note: Prices are subject to change. Physical media continues to decline, so most of our recommendations are only available used or refurbished. Credit: Amazon TL;DR: For the best overall DVD recorder/VCR combo experience, we recommend the Sanyo FWZV475F. Why We Recommend It If you want a DVD recorder/VCR combo unit that’s easy to use and won’t empty your pockets, the Sanyo FWZV475F is a compelling option even in certified refurbished condition. It’s compatible with DVD-R and…
While you may not have considered walking as a form of exercise, it can be good for your body and brain. A recent study published in October showed UK adults who managed to hit their daily step goals by going on a daily walk had lower health risks. Walks can also help boost cognitive function, and ensure you are not just sitting behind a desk all day. We know walking counts as exercise, but there are ways to make it more effective to get your heart rate pumping. To determine the best approach for enhancing this easy form of movement, we consulted fitness…
Last week, a colleague shared these wire storage baskets from the Dollar Tree with me, and I was instantly intrigued. I’m perpetually looking for cute ways to organize my fridge and pantry, so this recommendation nailed it. At just $1.50, I picked up a few and have already found many ways to put them to work. These sleek wire storage baskets are the latest and greatest of Dollar Tree’s kitchen organization gems. Dollar Tree Wire Baskets Price: $1.50 per basketWhy I Love Them: They’re surprisingly sturdy and ultra‑versatile — perfect for fridge snacks, pantry staples, crafts, or even party‑table utensils.…
Influencer marketing works because people trust people more than they trust brands. When a creator shares a product they actually use, their audience pays attention and often takes action. That’s the core of effective influencer marketing. Micro-influencer marketing takes that idea and runs with it. Creators with smaller, focused followings tend to have stronger, more personal relationships with their audience. Because their content feels real, their recommendations feel trusted. Consequently, their engagement rates often outperform even the largest accounts. For brands, that means efficient ad spend and high-quality interactions for your brand, making campaign testing simple. Forget buying reach for…
[Submitted on 6 Jul 2025 (v1), last revised 17 Dec 2025 (this version, v3)] View a PDF of the paper titled Improving Action Smoothness for a Cascaded Online Learning Flight Control System, by Yifei Li and Erik-jan van Kampen View PDF HTML (experimental) Abstract:This paper aims to improve the action smoothness of a cascaded online learning flight control system. Although the cascaded structure is widely used in flight control design, its stability can be compromised by oscillatory control actions, which poses challenges for practical engineering applications. To address this issue, we introduce an online temporal smoothness technique and a low-pass…
You don’t need to deal with long mall lines or crowded parking lots just to wrap up your holiday shopping, but you probably already knew this. Some of the best deals are online, and even though Christmas is now just a few days away, a lot of Verge-approved gifts should still arrive on time if you order them online.We know that everyone’s wishlist looks different from the next, so we’ve got you covered with 30 gift ideas to suit gamers, music lovers, bookworms, and more. Below, you’ll find products like the latest AirPods Pro to the Meta Quest 3S and…
Gomi has an unusual pitch for anyone tired of replacing their phone case every time they upgrade their iPhone. Instead of throwing the old one away, the company wants you to send it back. Gomi will melt the case down and remake it into a new one that fits your next phone, using the same recycled plastic rather than starting over with new materials. Built to be reused, not replaced The product is called the Forever Phone Case, and it is built around the idea that a phone case should last longer than the phone itself. Each case is handmade…