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5G: BT picks Nokia to power networks as UK starts to phase out Huawei
The UK's leading communications provider is moving away from its long-standing Chinese partner following a government ban on Huawei's equipment.
Australian government to pour AU$800m in digital business push
The package includes expanding the digital identity system, rolling out the Consumer Data Right, introducing a one-stop shop for business registry, and throwing money at blockchain trials.
Telstra takes wraps off 5G fixed wireless service
Telco also returns to selling 100Mbps plans on copper-based NBN technologies.
How and why Microsoft is building a 'telco-grade cloud'
Microsoft isn't trying to become a telco, despite recent forays into 5G. Instead, it's building out Azure to appeal even more to telcos, officials say.
Microsoft and Telstra to partner on cloud, IoT, and digital twins
The solutions will be built on Azure and leverage Telstra's Data Hub.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: $699, 5G, key features make it midmarket contender
The Galaxy S20 FE is designed to be an extension of the Galaxy S20 lineup with the features that are most requested
Apple iPhone 12: Price, launch date, 5G, plus rumors of a 'Mini' surprise
Curious what Apple is planning for the iPhone 12? We've rounded up all of the leaks and rumors so you don't have to hunt them down.
Intel launches industrial IoT processors, software packages for various industries
Intel is aiming to create an ecosystem for industrial IoT, which will be enabled by 5G.
Huawei chairman labels ongoing US bans as 'non-stop aggression'
The Chinese company vows to continue investing in new technology despite 'great pressure'.
Samsung and KDDI succeed in 5G network slicing
The technology was tested with a handset, 5G base station, and 5G core network equipment in Tokyo.
HMD Global's Nokia 8.3 5G is $699 and available Sept. 23
In addition to its first 5G phone, the company also announced several low-end phones and wireless earbuds.
Royole's new 5G FlexPai 2 foldable phone revealed: This is what you get for $1,500
As the first company to sell a foldable phone, Royole has now started to sell its second model, the FlexPai 2.
Best 5G smartphones available from US carriers: Galaxy Z Fold 2, Note 20 Ultra, and more
Despite my skepticism, US wireless carriers were able to launch 5G networks in 2019 in three flavors. It's become standard in 2020 for mid-range and flagship phones across all major US wireless carriers and most new phones incorporate 5G technology.
98% of mayors surveyed believe this disheartening projection
Mayors' experiences are strikingly aligned in spite of deep divisions in the country.
5G: How Nokia is using drones, AR and AI to speed up deployments
The Finnish company is digitizing the deployment of 5G networks, to put an end to old-fashioned telco methods.
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Every new Alexa device: Scenes from Amazon's event [in pictures]
Here are sneak peaks of all the latest Alexa and Echo gear.
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First look: Everything iPad unveiled at Apple's 'Time Flies' event [in pictures]
CEO Tim Cook and Company show off the latest iPads and iPad OS.
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First look: Everything Apple Watch unveiled at 'Time Flies' event [in pictures]
CEO Tim Cook and Company show off the latest Apple Watch products.
Aukey PB-WL02 wireless power bank/charger
Great power bank/charger for those who want a package that's small and light enough to take with them when they go out and about.
Plugable 7-in-1 USB-C hub
Enhance your setup by turning a single USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port into 7 ports. This USB-C adapter hub adds 3 USB 3.0 ports, 1 4K HDMI, 1 SD card reader, 1 microSD card slot, and 1 USB-C Power Delivery charging port
Chargeasap Flash 150W USB-C Power Bank
Externally, the Flash looks pretty much like any other 20,000mAh power bank. It's a big, chunky slab packed with batteries and electronics, and has USB ports to allow you to plug cables into to charge gadgets. But there's a difference.
Incipio DualPro for Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Two layers provide 10 feet drop protection
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra starts at $1,300 and for just $30 you can wrap your investment in an Incipio case to protect it from accidental drops or bumps. Two color options are available with these Designed for Samsung certified cases.
Speck Presido cases for Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Protect your investment and flatten the back
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra starts at $1,300 so spending just $40 to $45 for a case that offers drop and anti-microbial protection is a worthy investment. Speck cases also improve your ability to hold onto the phone.
ZAGG accessories for Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Drop and screen shatter protection
The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G is now available and it is an expensive investment. ZAGG has Gear4 cases to protect your phone from drops, along with InvisibleShield screen protectors to help protect the glass display.
Zendure SuperTank Pro
I've tested a lot of power banks, but none come close to the power, performance, and all-round robustness of the Zendure SuperTank. Until now.
ESR cases for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra: Protection and utility for less than $21
Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G is launching soon, which means all sorts of cases, screen protectors, and other accessories will be available too. ESR makes some of the most affordable cases available, offering protection and a kickstand.
RAVPower RP-PB187 power station
Over the past few weeks I've been testing the RAVPower RP-PB187 power station. Think of it as the power of Thor in a small box. This is one of the smallest power stations I've come across, and yet is home to 252. 7Wh/70200mAh of battery capacity and can power two AC outlets (capable of delivering 250W when using a single outlet, and a total 300W when using both).
Inside the Microsoft Surface Duo (in pictures)
CNET editors got to look at a see-through version of the Duo and peek at the circuits inside.
Anker PowerCore III Fusion 5K
Here you have a wall charger with dual 18W USB-C and 12W USB-A ports combined with a 4850mAh power bank in a package that fits comfortably in the palm of your hand.
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First look: Galaxy Tab S7 and S7 Plus [in pictures]
At Samsung's online-only "Galaxy Unpacked" event this week, the company unveiled two new Android-based tablets, Tab S7 and S7 Plus.
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.
Five hardware markets Apple could transform with budget products like the iPhone SE
Cupertino has signed Android's death sentence. Next -- from gaming to video conferencing -- there are at least five other hardware markets that Apple can conquer with relative ease. What would Steve Jobs say?
New iPhone SE 2020 is Apple's best iPhone in years
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes says no Android handset comes close to it in terms of performance for the price. Read more: https://zd.net/3bMr5QM
iPad Pro 2020 hands-on: Trackpad support gives us a glimpse of the future
Ten years after the first iPad shipped, the iPad Pro is the fastest, most powerful laptop-like tablet we’ve seen from Apple. We’re going to live with it for awhile. Here's Jason Cipriani's thoughts after the first week. Read more: https://zd.net/3bvwWd7
The new iPhone SE: Apple's Android killer at last?
Will the rock bottom price and powerful internals make this the iPhone that disrupts its more expensive Android rivals? Jason Perlow and Jason Cipriani debate in another Jason Squared episode. Read more: https://zd.net/2XDVL2v
