Apps that help you break free from doomscrolling and get active
If you’re looking to cut back on screen time and get a little more active, here’s a roundup of the apps that might help.
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The Verge’s 2026 back-to-school shopping guide
Knowing exactly what your student needs for the school year ahead is next to impossible. Sure, you'll probably nail the essentials, but there will likely be a few items you forgot to buy, or didn't think they'd need to have. We're pulling our weight during the back-to-school season with a new shopping guide that's a […]
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What’s the best handheld mini fan?
From premium Shark and Dyson offerings to random Amazon devices, these mini fans will make your sweaty summer a little more managable.
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You could be taking way better photos on your phone
Your smartphone photos can look way better. If you're willing to put in a little extra work, use third party apps and spend a bit of time editing, it's possible to take photos that - under the right circumstances - can rival dedicated digital cameras. I post a lot of smartphone photos online, and "How […]
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The Mermaid Mask is a perfect vacation murder mystery
The Mermaid Mask, the next point-and-click game from Tangle Tower developer SFB Games, has everything you could ask for in a great murder mystery. It starts with a compelling setup: The captain of a submarine is found dead in a locked room, his body next to a mysterious cauldron with blood trickling across the floor. […]
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RipGrep musl binaries occasionally segfault during very-large searches
263 points 178 comments on Hacker News · github.com
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The OG reading app just got a big update
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 138, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy August, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about microwave sounds and Meta glasses and Alex vs. Alix, testing the […]
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15 Best Office Chairs of 2026—We Tested 70 to Pick Them
Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy, WIRED-tested seats.
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