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Insider Gaming reports that, despite significant layoffs at id Software, a new DOOM game is already in early development, with Tom Warren of The Verge confirming ongoing work and suggesting the series will continue with more DOOM content beyond the Revelations DLC.
Penske Media Corporation has acquired Vox Media’s remaining brands, including Eater, The Verge, SB Nation, Thrillist, Popsugar, The Dodo and Punch, uniting them with PMC’s portfolio (The Hollywood Reporter, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Variety, etc.) to form the world’s largest digital publisher. The deal concludes Vox’s multi-year asset sale, with PMX led by Jay Penske and executives like Ryan Pauley (president), Tom Finn (COO) and Ken Delalcazar (CFO) stepping into roles. Earlier in 2026, Vox sold New York and its Vox assets to James Murdoch’s Lupa Systems, marking the broader shift of Vox’s assets into Penske’s fold.
Live tests of Google's Gemini Spark largely validate its on‑stage demos, including drafting an email and pulling data from Drive; with Apple planning to power Siri via Apple Intelligence, the results imply Apple may realize its promised features using similar technology, though results are not perfect.
The Verge’s Installer No. 123 spotlights The Audacity, a new show that parodies tech bros, while also highlighting Artemis II photos, Star Wars and Pokémon updates, plus a crowdsourced roundup of favorites from the installer community and Tom Hitchins’ homescreen feature.
The Verge showed a new model of Trump Mobile's T1 phone with a redesigned camera layout and a waterfall-edge display, upgraded internals (Snapdragon 7-series, 512GB storage), and a price still under $1,000. The company has dropped the original claim that the device would be made in the USA, noting final assembly in Florida under a “favored nation” arrangement. A $100 deposit can lock in a $499 price for some buyers, but the final price for new buyers remains unclear, with a March release window discussed.
BDG shutters Inverse’s gaming section and Vox/T brag The Verge cuts its gaming staff, with multiple layoffs and management saying they’re divesting from gaming coverage—illustrating ongoing volatility in gaming journalism.
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The article highlights a deal on amFilm’s tempered glass screen protectors for the new iPhone 17 and Air, available at a discounted price of $4.49 using a promo code, along with other tech deals including Anker’s travel adapter, OnePlus Watch 3, and preorders for Battlefield 6.
The Verge has launched new features including personalized topic and journalist follow options, a daily digest email, and new editorial newsletters to strengthen direct reader relationships and adapt to the 'Google Zero' era, emphasizing loyalty and independent access.
The Verge is introducing new personalization features allowing users to follow specific topics and authors to create custom homepage feeds and email digests, along with launching a free daily newsletter called The Verge Daily to deliver top headlines every weekday. These updates aim to enhance user engagement by making content more tailored and accessible.
Hayden Field has joined The Verge as a senior AI reporter, where she will cover major AI companies and societal impacts, bringing her extensive experience from CNBC to expand The Verge's AI coverage.
The Verge is releasing a limited edition print magazine titled 'Content Goblins,' which critiques the internet's focus on reducing art and journalism to consumable content. This follows a previous series critical of SEO, and the new magazine is positioned as a resistance to AI-driven content. It features top stories and new art, available with an annual subscription to The Verge.
The Verge has launched a subscription service offering ad-free access, unlimited content, and premium newsletters for $7/month or $50/year, aiming to support independent tech journalism amidst a challenging media landscape. The freemium model keeps core content free while placing original reporting behind a metered paywall. Subscribers benefit from a cleaner site experience and additional features, supporting The Verge's commitment to independent reporting without relying on algorithm-driven platforms.
Kylie Robison, a senior reporter at The Verge, shares insights into her home office setup, which is part of her studio apartment. Her workspace features a Mittzon desk from Ikea, a MacBook Pro M4, multiple monitors, and various personal items like family photos, a glass achievement award, and a collection of tech gadgets. She also has a fondness for Nintendo's Kirby and Zelda memorabilia, and her cat Fang, who amusingly only has his fangs left after dental issues. Robison humorously requests not to be judged for her cable management.
Nilay Patel, editor-in-chief of The Verge, discusses the importance of blogs and the challenges of the modern media landscape in a conversation with guest host Hank Green on the Decoder podcast. Patel emphasizes the value of creating content for websites rather than solely optimizing for algorithms on other platforms, highlighting the need to build and engage with a dedicated audience. He also delves into The Verge's structure, the impact of the website's redesign, and the dynamics of working within the current media ecosystem.