Featured Stories
Articles about Hardware
5 trends driving end of ownership and growth of subscription economy
Changing customer preferences are leading to a new era defined by "the end of ownership." A new global study by The Harris Group shows that 57% of the people surveyed wish that they could own less stuff.
NOCO GB150: The Ultimate power bank
Need a power bank that can charge up your portable devices and start your car in an emergency? The NOCO GB150 ticks all the boxes.
Mini laptops find the cramped keys to crowdfunding success
Niche ultraportable makers are packing Windows into tight spots to fill in the gap between smartphones and mainstream notebooks.
LG's OLED TV strategy needs to change or face mobile's plight
LG's second quarter profit has been hit hard by declines in OLED TV sales and rival Samsung's QLED onslaught. It's time for LG to drop its over-confidence and pursue a more aggressive pricing model and better warranties for its OLED TVs.
Former Toshiba memory business to rebrand as Kioxia
The name change will take effect at the start of October.
iOS 13 and iPadOS: Will your iPhone or iPad run it?
Will your existing iPhone or iPad run the new iOS 13 and iPadOS upgrades, out this fall, or is it the end of the line for your expensive Apple device?
Samsung begins production of upgraded 12GB DRAM
The new DRAM package will power upcoming flagship phones and consist of eight 12GB LPDDR5 mobile DRAMs that will run at a data rate of 5,500Mbps.
Gigabyte and Lenovo servers impacted by common BMC firmware flaws
Two different bugs, EOLs, and a complex supply chain make patching a nightmare.
Nintendo's Switch Lite puts the company's console lines at a crossroads
The company improved its hit-and-miss home console record with the Switch while the Switch Lite is heir to its portable device legacy. With those products covering the range of console gaming settings, Nintendo will have to push something aside as it considers future consoles.
Apple releases fourth developer preview of iOS 13, iPadOS
It's time to update your Apple devices if you're in the developer program.
Tech news roundup: Amazon Prime Day and the highest-rated workplaces of 2019
This week's TechRepublic and ZDNet stories include a breach of Sprint customers' data, notes from the Duo Security 2019 access report, and how execs are taking charge of digital transformation plans.
To the Moon: IBM and Univac, Apollo 11's integrators
Our second installment in our series is about IBM and UNIVAC, the two primary computer systems integrators for the Apollo missions.
Majority of smartphone sales in 2023 expected to be 5G: Gartner
Sales are slow at present but it may only take four years for 5G to become the new standard.
Xiaomi takes the lead as Indian smart TV market share rises to 39%
Meanwhile, Huawei announced it will be releasing smart display products next month via its Honor brand.
Korean researchers develop ternary semiconductor tech
Future semiconductors may perform logic with 0, 1, or 2 instead of the current binary system of 0 and 1 with the new technology.
NOCO GB150 Boost PRO 4000A UltraSafe Lithium Jump Starter
This one device can start pretty much any 12-volt vehicle and keep your gadgets charged up and ready for action.
Best Raspberry Pi alternatives (July 2019 edition)
Fantastic selection of single board computers suitable for a variety of projects, from basic homebrew builds all the way to advanced applications such as automation, and even AI and ML, with prices ranging from around $10 to over $250.
Fun and functional Raspberry Pi accessories (July 2019 edition)
Use a Raspberry Pi in your hardware projects? You'll want to take a look at these amazing, useful, and highly functional accessories.
Best BBQ tech gadgets for a perfect July 4
Make sure your food is cooked to perfection with these must-have tech tools and gadgets for your outdoor cooking kit.
Anker Premium 7-in-1 USB-C hub
The Anker Premium 7-in-1 USB-C hub is the perfect companion to a USB-C equipped laptop.
Best Raspberry Pi alternatives (Best of 2019)
Looking for single board computers? Here is a fantastic selection of single board computers suitable for a variety of projects, from basic homebrew builds all the way to advanced applications such as automation, and even AI and ML, with prices ranging from around $10 to over $250.
Best Android smartphones (July 2019)
If you are in the market for a new Android smartphone, here are a selection that offer a level of power and performance that would give the iPhone a run for its money.
Hidden Android tricks to speed up your smartphone
Has your Android smartphone started to feel slow and sluggish? Here are some tips to help you make it feel like new again.
Getnord Lynx: Super-tough Android smartphone
Tour of a super-tough Android smartphone with a massive battery that can last all day and take anything you can throw at it.
iPhone, iPad, and Mac buyer's guide: July 2019 edition
Here's a tour of what's fresh and what's not so fresh in the Apple Store.
Is your phone listening to your conversations? Paranoid's guide to settings you can change
Are you suspicious about your phone? Have a look at these settings to put your mind at ease.
The tech that changed us: 50 years of breakthroughs
Technology can transform us, in good ways and bad. Do you recall the single most influential tech innovation from the year you graduated high school? We do.
Muse 2: The brain-sensing headband designed to help you relax
The Muse 2 is a multi-sensor meditation device that can read your brainwaves in real time and offer you useful feedback to improve your meditation skills and become more relaxed.
Iridium GO! Off The Grid Package
Off the Grid Package includes: Iridium GO, travel bag, solar charger, 2 batteries, SatStation desktop charger, AC travel charger with international adapters, DC car charger, USB data cable protective cover, user manual, quick start guide, and CD-ROM with software.
The best rugged Bluetooth speakers for outdoor summer sounds
Get your groove on whilst you are out and about with these superb rugged Bluetooth waterproof portable speakers.
What's in store for the future of wearables?
ZDNet's Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani sit down and talk about how new sensors and new levels of precision will usher in a new age of predictive medicine.
How to voice-shop with Alexa and get early access to deals
ZDNet breaks down all of the ways that Amazon Prime members can use Alexa to shop, find the best deals, track their packages, and more when shopping on Amazon. Read more: https://zd.net/30zKU8c
Apple without Jony Ive: Are massive overnight changes coming?
ZDNet's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes sits down to discuss with Karen Roby, what does the future look like for Apple now that its Chief Design Officer has left? Will there be massive changes overnight, or will Ive's presence be felt for years to come? Read more: https://zd.net/2JvNk1W
What happened to mass adoption of virtual and augmented reality?
Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani talk to Karen Roby about the current VR and AR landscape. Read more: https://zd.net/2S8Bv4t
An updated Galaxy Fold: Can Samsung pull it off?
Samsung may be getting ready to unveil an updated Galaxy Fold… but would you buy one following the fiasco? Read more: http://bit.ly/2xDyNdH
Bose Frames: Sunglasses that double as headphones
Is there a business case for Bose Frames?
Oppo shows off notch-killing under-screen camera
Theory is sound, but in practice reportedly iffy.
What we know about Samsung Galaxy Note 10
It's officially summer, so that means one thing: The next Galaxy Note is nearing release. Here's everything we know so far. Read more: https://zd.net/326mIMm
Trump's China tariffs would increase average laptop price by $120, report
A new report claims that the Trump administration's latest tariff proposal on goods imported from China could raise prices on new laptops by 17 percent in the US. Read more: https://zd.net/2RGROoE
Turning a Raspberry Pi computer into an air monitoring station with a few add-ons
Pimoroni's Enviro+ Raspberry Pi hat lets you start to measure the quality of air around your home.
Myths and (one) truth about iPhone Lightning cables
Makers of third-party Lightning cables for iPhones keep pushing falsehoods to try to dupe people into buying their cables. Read more: https://zd.net/2IF5IF8
Potential battery fires force Apple to recall 2015 15-inch MacBook Pros
Laptops labelled mid-2015 to be sent away for a fortnight.
Top 500 Supercomputers are all petaflop systems
For the first time, it is only petaflop systems that have made the TOP500 list. Read more: https://zd.net/2MX7zJs
Barcelona Supercomputing Center will host a 200 petaflop machine
Meet Europe's new supercomputer: MareNostrum 5 takes on global rivals for power. Read more: https://zd.net/2ILlpJQ
Intel hits 10th generation Core with 10nm Ice Lake launch
Chip giant finally brings 10nm fabrication process to desktop chips.
Top Stories
-
![$17,000 'Big O' PC packs Xbox 360 and more (photos)]()
Microsoft
-
![Best anti-Prime Day sales: Top deals from Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and more]()
Mobility
Best anti-Prime Day sales: Top deals from Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and more
-
![Apple's $999 Mac Pro Display XDR monitor stand is the most Apple thing ever]()
Apple
Apple's $999 Mac Pro Display XDR monitor stand is the most Apple thing ever
-
![The tech that changed us: 50 years of breakthroughs]()
Hardware
-
![Best Prime Day deals 2019: Smartphones and mobile]()
Smartphones
