Latest topics for ZDNet in Hardwareenhttps://www.zdnet.com/ 2019 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved Mon, 09 Dec 2019 10:05:47 +0000 Mon, 09 Dec 2019 10:05:47 +0000 ZDNet http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 2 https://zdnet3.cbsistatic.com/fly/bundles/zdnetcore/images/logos/zdnet-144x144.png https://www.zdnet.com/ 144 144 Technology 0 20 70044 4fadf4af-120d-49c0-9da0-4792ec9189f6 https://www.zdnet.com/article/ten-cool-and-useful-gadgets-that-make-great-last-minute-gifts-and-all-are-under-50/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 The holidays can be an expensive time of year, which is why I have compiled a list of my favorite gadgets that cost less than $50. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 05:00:05 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText 4e992898-d9c2-43f4-a613-73b0c1746cac https://www.zdnet.com/article/chinese-government-to-replace-foreign-hardware-and-software-within-three-years/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 New Beijing "5-3-2" policy to give local tech scene a boost to the detriment of foreign companies. Mon, 09 Dec 2019 02:20:35 +0000 Catalin CimpanuText 9480b77d-d64d-41f3-88a9-5c626c08e8d4 https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-much-ram-does-your-windows-pc-need-august-2019-edition/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 The bottom line is that you probably need more RAM than you think you can get away with! Sun, 08 Dec 2019 22:46:00 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText a1cb03e7-177a-412d-8c49-706707e4d3f2 https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-much-does-1-5tb-of-ram-cost/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 While most of us get away with having a few gigabytes of RAM, there are modern motherboards designed for workstations that can take enormous amounts of RAM. But lots of RAM is expensive. Very expensive. Sun, 08 Dec 2019 22:45:00 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText be485ad7-b001-44f0-a62d-45611f0bae38 https://www.zdnet.com/article/thousands-of-iphones-end-up-in-the-shredder-or-unnecessarily-scrapped-every-month/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Apple's security features that render iPhones and Macs worthless to thieves is hampering legitimate efforts to recycle old hardware. But could Apple do something to help? Sun, 08 Dec 2019 05:00:04 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText f685a41c-4660-4f24-89c8-bcf5993d6aa3 https://www.zdnet.com/article/the-pc-was-supposed-to-die-a-decade-ago-instead-this-happened/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Back on January 27, 2010, a very Big Thinker declared the PC dead. A decade later, the PC is very much alive, although a time traveler from 2010 might not recognize it. Here's how this endangered species evolved and survived. Sat, 07 Dec 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Ed BottText 79a50d52-301e-44cc-b483-906340e65b65 https://www.zdnet.com/article/five-tips-for-stress-free-tech-travel/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 If you are traveling over the holidays, or you have business or leisure trips planned for 2020, here are a selection of tips to help make your travel as stress-free and painless as possible. Sat, 07 Dec 2019 05:00:08 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText 6c0e8bde-d900-43db-bd1b-9a8663b4aa77 https://www.zdnet.com/article/12-gifts-for-the-holidays-between-apple-google-dji-and-amazon-theres-something-for-everyone/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani cover their top tech gift recommendations this holiday season. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:00:08 +0000 Jason CiprianiText fbd6a6bc-4d76-4def-9eb4-682465cec294 https://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-heres-why-iphone-11-uses-location-data-even-though-youve-told-it-not-to/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 It took Apple two days to explain why the iPhone 11 uses location data despite it being disabled in settings. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 11:37:00 +0000 Liam TungText 05de49a0-8464-472e-97f7-f9f8e2d6d592 https://www.zdnet.com/article/intels-horrible-bad-terrible-week-amid-aws-qualcomms-arm-moves/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 First AWS launches Arm-based Graviton2 processors and then Qualcomm targets Intel-based laptops. Here's a recap of a rough week. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 11:00:00 +0000 Larry DignanText 4fb8c817-5b87-44dd-8868-8fc2e4c3fd51 https://www.zdnet.com/article/get-yourself-a-usb-condom/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Better to have one and not need it, than need it and not have one. Thu, 05 Dec 2019 22:14:00 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText 86e6251a-8155-41d2-8596-cd1b9f4f70a8 https://www.zdnet.com/article/qualcomm-launches-snapdragon-8c-7c-platforms-aimed-at-mainstream-pc-market/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 The bet is that Qualcomm can combine connectivity with thin and fanless devices to win over mobile workers. The company adds that its PC plan is a marathon not a sprint. Thu, 05 Dec 2019 20:30:08 +0000 Larry DignanText f89d6de2-6e6f-47a0-9f63-a526ff5f85d7 https://www.zdnet.com/article/top-gadgets-for-the-security-and-privacy-conscious-or-the-super-paranoid/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Keep your data and personal information safe from hackers and prevent your devices from being used to spy on you with these security and privacy gadgets. Thu, 05 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText 17bc31d8-e08e-4f8b-b285-0f486cd74b6b https://www.zdnet.com/pictures/a-brief-history-of-apple-ipad-models-gallery/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Apple's iPad exploded into the consumer tech market in April of 2010, months ahead of the first Android-powered tablet, and since then the company has sold some 400 million units. Let's take a look at where this device started, and how it has changed and evolved over the years. Wed, 04 Dec 2019 22:38:00 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText e50a688f-8f7d-4bca-9f70-32b5053c0424 https://www.zdnet.com/article/qualcomms-snapdragon-865-5g-ai-camera-specs-bolster-2020-smartphone-upgrade-cycle/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 platform aims to spur 5G smartphone upgrades with a dose of camera enhancements and AI tools that may redefine premium device experiences. Wed, 04 Dec 2019 19:00:07 +0000 Larry DignanText efed33d1-afad-4eda-86bd-9d30ea92bfad https://www.zdnet.com/pictures/tech-turkeys-2019/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 In the spirit of Festivus here is our full list of the worst technology products and services of the year. Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:38:00 +0000 Jason PerlowText 6ee4b332-c04d-413b-8580-de5a2f98865a https://www.zdnet.com/article/top-raspberry-pi-alternatives-for-2020/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 What are the best Raspberry Pi alternatives to kick off projects in 2020? Here's my list. Wed, 04 Dec 2019 06:00:00 +0000 Adrian Kingsley-HughesText 496daf8d-4b5e-4afe-af4b-b0518e08dce2 https://www.zdnet.com/article/fbi-warns-about-snoopy-smart-tvs-spying-on-you/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 An FBI branch office warns smart TV users that they can be gateways for hackers to come into your home. Meanwhile, the smart TV OEMs are already spying on you. Tue, 03 Dec 2019 19:37:00 +0000 Steven J. Vaughan-NicholsText 5700df66-9578-4cb8-84b6-4cab09f6c544 https://www.zdnet.com/article/qualcomm-teases-snapdragon-865-snapdragon-765765g-as-it-eyes-5g-expansion-qualcomm-everywhere/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 For Qualcomm, the launch of the Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform and Snapdragon 765/765G will be welcome news for device manufacturers. Tue, 03 Dec 2019 19:00:08 +0000 Larry DignanText d30fa760-3357-4447-b4f0-bc09fecf2f29 https://www.zdnet.com/article/wyze-expands-smart-home-lineup-with-introduction-of-89-wyze-lock/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 The new lock will work with your existing deadbolt, with limited availability until a full launch early next year. Tue, 03 Dec 2019 18:49:00 +0000 Jason CiprianiText