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The best Samsung Galaxy S21, S21 Plus, and S21 Ultra cases in 2021
There thin cases, protective cases, cases with antimicrobial protection, wallet cases, and more, and these are some of our favorites.
Samsung's 5G trial pushes 5.23Gbps speed onto single device
The test was conducted in Samsung's 5G lab based in South Korea.
MacTel ends Telstra contract with AU$34m Optus 5G mobile deal
Macquarie Telecom says Optus is 'enabling partnership in Australia’s 5G development while others are actively inhibiting it'.
Nokia and UTS forge five-year partnership to launch 5G lab
The facility will feature a 5G demonstration area, have direct access to a radio frequency lab, and will be used as a test bed for 5G use cases.
Brazil approves 5G auction notice
The initial cost to telcos is estimated at US$ 6.2 billion
Australia's radiation safety agency debunks 5G concerns in new safety standard
5G is safe to use, ARPANSA continues to reinforce.
Google and Intel partner up to speed up 5G application rollout
To deploy 5G software successfully requires fast open-source technology on the cloud, and Intel and Google are teaming up to make that happen.
M1 rebrands with focus on Keppel ties, personalised services
New brand strategy comes two years after delisting and Keppel buyout, during which the Singapore telco moved to a new technology stack that runs 90% on the cloud and touted to provide highly personalised mobile services.
Accenture: Leading enterprises are compressing a decade of digital transformation in 1-2 years
The Accenture Technology Vision 2021 report, "Leaders Wanted: Masters of Change at a Moment of Truth," identifies five trends that companies will need to address immediately to accelerate and master change.
Aussie Broadband sees first half revenue almost double to AU$157 million
Result comes as company prepares to relaunch and switch its mobile offerings to the Optus network.
Singapore puts budget focus on transformation, innovation
After tilting last year's budget towards 'emergency support' in light of the global pandemic, Singapore's government will spend SG$24 billion ($18.1 billion) over the next three years to help local businesses innovate and build capabilities needed to take them through the next phase of transformation.
When planning 5G rollouts, Eastern Europe's countries have to worry about more than just technology
While the introduction of 5G tech in Eastern European countries is often seen through the lens of geopolitical loyalties, the technology can make a big difference to their economies.
Brazilian government concludes global 5G tour
The delegation led by the Communications minister met heads of tech giants and authorities in Europe and Asia.
5G almost cheap: The best affordable 5G phones between $300 and $700 in 2021
The Google Pixel 4A 5G ups the ante for mid-range 5G smartphone devices made by Motorola, OnePlus, Samsung, and LG. Here's a look at your options.
Visible adds 5G, eSIM, improves Party Pay plan to prepaid service
The prepaid carrier is adding some key features to its plans without raising the price.
Mous cases for the Samsung Galaxy S21: Drop protection and magnetic accessory features
Mous has a couple of case options for the Samsung Galaxy S21 lineup. Both models offer AiroShock drop protection while the Limitless 3.0 case includes strategically placed magnets for accessory support.
Incipio and Survivor cases for Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra: Dual-layer and compostable options
Wrapping your expensive phone in a case is a good way to provide extra protection. Dual-layers, enhanced grip, and even cases you can easily recycle are available from Incipio and Survivor.
Gear4 and InvisibleShield for Galaxy S21 Ultra: Impact protection and anti-microbial treatment
ZAGG has Gear4 case options and InvisibleShield screen protection for the new Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. Various levels of drop protection are provided in different case models.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Speck Presidio cases: Drop and antimicrobial protection
Speck cases are designed to help you hold onto your phone and if you happen to drop it then the case is there to aid in the likelihood of survival. 13-feet drop protection and Microban treatment for reducing bacteria growth are part of each Presidio case.
How to test chargers and power banks to make sure they don't blow up your expensive smartphone
I test dozens of chargers and power banks every month, and you can be guaranteed that plugging my expensive iPhone or iPad into them isn't the first thing I do. (Updated: October 2018)
Spigen cases for the Samsung Galaxy S21 series: Affordable prices, professional looks
Spigen offers a wide range of case options for the new Galaxy S21 series with prices ranging from $19.99 to $39.99. All the cases are available in black with a couple subtle color options so they look great in the office.
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First look: Galaxy S21 and everything else announced at Samsung Unpacked [in pictures]
Browse all the products and highlights from Samsung's January 2021 Unpacked event.
Winter Zoom backgrounds: New year, new virtual meeting decor
Choose from beautiful landscapes, snow birds, winter holidays and more.
Incipio Grip case for Google Pixel 4a 5G: Enhanced grip and 14 feet drop protection
While the Pixel 4a 5G is an affordable phone, it is still worth protecting from accidental drops. Incipio has its Grip case available in two colors for this black Pixel phone.
ZAGG Pixel 4a 5G hands-on: Cases and screen protectors for Google's affordable 5G phone
There are Gear4 cases and InvisibleShield screen protectors available for the new Google Pixel 4a 5G smartphone. These products offer protection for one of Google's best values.
BodyGuardz cases for Apple iPhone 12: Unequal drop protection and antimicrobial treatment
BodyGuardz incorporates its Unequal technology to help protect your phone from drops. The cases do not add much weight or thickness, but provide a nice option for protection for less than $50.
ESR cases for the Apple iPhone 12: Kickstands, protection, and MagSafe support
Video content is enjoyable on a smartphone, but it helps to have a kickstand case to prop it up. ESG makes some of the best kickstand cases, but also has other case options for the new Apple iPhone 12.
Incipio and Survivor cases: Sleek, stylish protection for the Apple iPhone 12
The four new Apple iPhone 12 devices are available to purchase and case collections from Incipio and Survivor are now available to protect your new investment.
CASETiFY cases for Apple iPhone 12: Personalized drop and antimicrobial protection
CASETiFY makes cases that offer serious protection, look great, and provide easy personalization. The new iPhone 12 cases protect your new iPhone from drops while also eliminating 99% of the bacteria that might land on your phone.
Presidio2 Armor Cloud for Apple iPhone 12: 16 feet drop and antimicrobial protection
The Apple iPhone 12 is now available and with it comes a host of case options. Speck has several available options and one of its newest models is the Presidio2 Armor Cloud.
Apple now sells more phones than Samsung. But is iPhone the better device?
Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow score the tech giants' mobile devices on a broad range of categories, from performance and design to ecosystem and security. The results are in. Read more: http://zd.net/3uIxg2z
Samsung’s Galaxy S21 lineup won’t kill the Note… yet
Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani discuss Samsung’s latest trio of smartphones and what they mean for the company in this week's Jason Squared. Read more: http://zd.net/3bAViW1
iPhone problems? Fixes seem to be coming
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes explains to Karen Roby that testing of iOS 14.3 public beta suggests that it brings stability to the platform -- finally! Read more: https://zd.net/3qBmoBf
iPhone 12 models compared: 8 key differences you need to consider
Not sure which new iPhone to buy? We walk you through the main differences between the iPhone 12, Pro, Pro Max and Mini. Read more: https://zd.net/2JAdcfS
iOS 14’s rapid release has devs worried
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tells Karen Roby if you install iOS 14 and you find bugs in apps, be kind to the developers because Apple hasn’t given them any time to get ready. Read more: https://zd.net/3km7iM6
Nothing Note-worthy about Samsung's new phones
Samsung adds two Galaxy Notes to its already crowded smartphone lineup. Enough already! Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow urge the company to consider a radical move. Read more: https://zd.net/31kvjeK
Google Pixel 4a's top features
Google's mid-range Pixel 4a offers a lot of phone for a very competitive price. ZDNet's Beth Mauder walks you through a few of her favorite features. Read more: https://zd.net/30nzLKa
This new trojan is so versatile it can steal data from 337 Android apps
Android apps targeted by the new BlackRock malware include banking, dating, social media, and instant messaging apps.
Apple charger accessories: What's no longer in the iPhone box?
Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow discuss your options if Apple decides to not include a charger with the iPhone 12. Read more: https://zd.net/2CVkqHw
First look at Apple Silicon
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tells Karen Roby about what we know, and what Apple didn’t tell us. Read more: https://zd.net/3eteROC
What does Apple need to focus on in iOS 14?
Hint: It's not new features. ZDNet's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes explains. Read more: https://zd.net/3fEGBjz
iOS 14 is coming: Will your iPhone be supported?
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes says if your iPhone or iPad was made after 2015, you’re in luck. Read more: https://zd.net/3gWn9Qv
Google’s Pixel division: Big waste of money or smart investment?
Should Google outsource its smartphone ambitions or stay the course? Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani offer conflicting advice in this week's Jason Squared. Read more: https://zd.net/2XHw0Na
Samsung fixes critical flaw impacting all devices sold in the last six years
Samsung patched this month a zero-click vulnerability discovered by Google security researchers.
Apple releases iOS 13.5 beta with COVID-19 contact tracing feature
The first release gives developers the tools and API they'll need to build apps and services to track and alert you of potential exposure.
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