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Any alternative to Apple's ecosystem? Yes, but you'll have to Google it
Apple isn't the only one with an expansive ecosystem of products, services, and software.
Ultimate Tech: ChargeTech 124,800 mAh portable power station can charge up much more than your smartphone
While most portable power banks are great for keeping your smartphone or tablet topped up when you are out and about for the day, if you truly want to go off-grid you need something beefier. You need the ChargeTech 124,800 mAh portable power station.
Galaxy Fold screens breaking after a day: Who is to blame?
Reports that Galaxy Fold review units were breaking after a day or so of use isn't good for Samsung. But who is to blame?
Intel scraps 5G phone modem business
The decision follows Apple and Qualcomm settling their legal beef and agreeing to licensing and chipset supply agreements.
Best Apple iPad deals: Save $125 on 11-inch iPad Pro, $150 on 12.9-inch model
Looking for a deal on the iPad Pro? You've come to the right place. We've rounded up the best prices we could find on Apple's high-end tablet.
Intel buys FPGA provider Omnitek
Omnitek's IP is used in applications with heavy visual processing requirements, such as video conferencing, projection and display, and medical vision systems.
Apple really wants you to wave your iPad Pro around
A new iPad Pro ad tries to show how it's the indispensable portable computer. It also shows how you're supposed to show it off.
Intel new 8th-gen Core vPro mobile processors with enhanced security and Wi-Fi 6 support
While there's no doubt that processors are still getting faster, the days of speed being the cornerstone of a new launch are over.
Samsung develops EUV 5nm chip process
Samsung Electronics has successfully developed a 5nm semiconductor process to gain more chip-making clients, pushing Moore's Law to its limit.
LG OLED TV at US retailer shows burn-in
An LG OLED TV, sold at a US retailer, has shown signs of burn-in despite likely being on the shelf for only a year and a half.
Google Pixel 3a: Name, specs, price, release date, and the latest rumors
All signs point to Google readying a mid-tier Pixel phone, with a release sooner rather than later. Here's what we know.
Google teases Pixel 3a announcement on May 7 during Google I/O
Google I/O may have more than just software and developer news.
Acer's Concept D powerhouse laptops need more beauty in the beast
The company's beefy new notebooks may be understated compared to their gaming-focused cousins, but could still use further refinement.
Samsung Galaxy Fold's biggest competition will be microeconomics
With the subscription economy already taxing our budgets will the Galaxy Fold, which starts at $66 a month for 30 months, be able to take wallet share?
Galaxy S10's sluggish in-screen fingerprint reader: Samsung issues urgent fix
Samsung Galaxy S10's poor-performing in-screen fingerprint reader should work better now it's been patched.
Simple tips to speed up your iPhone
Today I'm tackling a question that comes my way on a regular basis – what can you do to speed up a sluggish iPhone (they also work for the iPad).
Plagues then and now: Blood, frogs and locusts are no match for the ravages of 2019
What would a modern-day Plague of Lice look like?
Gadgets for safer driving
April is Distracted Driver Awareness month, and while technology can be a big distraction, used right it can help make your journey safer and less stressful. Here are some of the best in-car gadgets to help keep you safer – and saner – when on the road.
Raspberry Pi accessories to take your single-board projects to the next level
Need to extend the capability of a Raspberry Pi for a bigger project? Here are some accessories that you can turn to in order to vastly expand on what the board can do.
Best Raspberry Pi alternatives (April 2019)
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 iPhone charging accessories (April 2019 edition)
If there's one thing that iPhone users are always area of is how fast the battery can go from fully charged to almost flat! Fear not! Because with thee charging accessories your iPhone (or iPad) will always be ready for work.
Apple products you shouldn't buy: April 2019 edition
Apple products are expensive, so it makes sense to avoid buying anything that's nearing the end of its lifecycle, or when you can buy something of equivalent quality from another vendor. Here is a list of the items you are best avoiding.
Technology we hate with a passion
Hate is back in fashion again. Tech is no exception when it comes to being the target of our anger and frustration -- but this stuff truly deserves it.
Hardware is hard: The tech products that fooled or failed us
The tech history books are littered with the corpses of products that died on the vine. But there's a special sort of gadget or technology that on the face of it looks like it has what it takes to take the world by storm, only to fall flat on its face.
10 Apple products you shouldn't buy (March 2019 edition)
Apple products are expensive, so it makes sense to avoid buying anything that's nearing the end of its lifecycle, or when you can buy something of equivalent quality from another vendor. Here is a list of the items you are best avoiding. Updated March 19 following iPad and iMac update.
Best iMac accessories for 2019
Give your iMac workstation an upgrade with these awesome accessories that will allow you to get more done with your Mac.
How to switch from iPhone to Android without losing too much time, sleep, and your data!
There's good news and bad news. The good news is that you can switch, but the bad news is that the longer you've been using an iPhone, and the more you've made use of Apple's features and services, the harder and more painful it's going to be. (Updated March 2019)
Anker USB-C-to-Lightning cable
The Anker USB-C-to-Lightning cable might only be a few dollars cheaper than the cable Apple sells, but it's far, far more durable.
Anker PowerPort Atom PD1 30W USB-C charger
The world's smallest USB-C PD (Power Delivery) charger.
3D print these 12 designs for a very special Saint Patrick's Day
If you have a 3D printer and some green filament, now is the time to get printing. Here is a series of great (and wacky) 3D prints you can download and produce. Just follow the rainbow.
Are tablets on their way out the door?
TechRepublic's Karen Roby asks ZDNet's Steve Ranger his opinion on the decline of tablets while smart speakers steadily climb in popularity. Read more: https://zd.net/2vbfAPk
What the Galaxy Fold phone issues say about Samsung
ZDNet's Chris Matyszczyk talks with TechRepublic's Karen Roby about Samsung's latest phone issues and about the upcoming rollout date. Read more: https://zd.net/2PhOcbH
Is it possible to leave the Apple ecosystem?
TechRepublic's Karen Roby asks ZDNet's Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani if it's feasible to happily leave the Apple ecosystem after being invested in their products. Read more: https://zd.net/2XtjT4v
Samsung Galaxy Fold: The issues and the 'fix'
ZDNet's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes sits down with TechRepublic's Karen Roby to talk about all of the issues with the latest Galaxy foldable phone and what the company is doing to solve these problems.
How AI is impacting the future of smartphone photography
TechRepublic's Karen Roby talks to ZDNet's Tiernan Ray about how AI is going to change the way users take photos with their smartphones. Read more: https://zd.net/2PifcHS
Intel puts Optane memory and NAND storage together on H10 SSD
Due to appear in May, the 3D XPoint and storage combo is aimed at the thin laptop market.
Samsung begins OLED production for Galaxy Fold
Samsung Display has begun mass production of the foldable OLED panels that will go into the Galaxy Fold smartphone.
Has consumer trust in Apple declined?
After a recent blunder regarding the AirPower wireless charger, ZDNet's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes talks with TechRepublic's Karen Roby about the level that Apple consumers trust the tech giant. Read more: https://zd.net/2D9uB8P
A new Google Pixel is coming: This is what we know
All signs point to Google readying a mid-tier Pixel phone, with a release sooner rather than later. Read more: https://zd.net/2veyF3n
Here come the micro data centers
ZDNet's Larry Dignan outlines what's driving the micro data center movement and why the idea isn't so crazy despite the masses going cloud.
Formlabs CEO Max Lobovsky on 3D printing market, next-gen systems
Formlabs launched its next-gen Form 3 and Form 3L 3D printers for prototyping by engineers and creative pros. Here's the state of the market.
Protecting sensitive airspace against drones
ZDNet's Tonya Hall talks to Joerg Lamprecht, co-founder and CEO at Dedrone, about the importance of monitoring drones and the necessary steps to Dedrone is taking to protect the airspace from unwanted drones.
Apple opens up to outside repairs but maintains grip on parts
Apple slightly loosens its grip on who mends your devices. Read more: https://zd.net/2IhP4vg
Most interesting part of Apple's presentation? Apple Card
Forget Apple's TV+. Forget Apple News+. The real innovation and key to Apple's growth will be its splash into the credit card market. Read more: https://zd.net/2YrBUSr
HP expands laptop battery recall due to fire and burn hazards
78,500 laptop batteries are to be recalled after eight new reports of battery packs overheating, melting, or charring.
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