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Anker’s fastest power bank launches alongside new Prime family

is a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for 20 years. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Just one week after EcoFlow launched the fastest 99Wh power bank yet, Anker is firing back at IFA 2025 with a souped-up portable battery of its own. Anker’s Prime Power Bank (26k, 300W) supports 250W of input, or up to 300W of output to charge multi

Anker’s power bank with built-in USB-C cables is a great deal at $25 off

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Anker’s Laptop Power Bank came to the rescue of my laptop and smartphone during a recent power outage. They were on the verge of dying, but its pair of built-in USB-C cables powered up my devices so I could keep working remotely. Since then, I carry it with me wherever I go, and it’s bailed me out time and again. If you need a powerful, portable charger, you can buy it for $94.49 ($25 off) at Amazon, Best Bu

Anker’s power bank with dual USB-C retractable cables is a great deal at $25 off

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Anker’s Laptop Power Bank came to the rescue of my laptop and smartphone during a recent power outage. They were on the verge of dying, but its pair of retractable USB-C cables powered up my devices so I could keep working remotely. Since then, I carry it with me wherever I go, and it’s bailed me out time and again. If you need a powerful, portable charger, you can buy it for $94.49 ($25 off) at Amazon, Best

I tried to destroy this $45 power bank (including driving over it with a tractor) - it refused to break

Nestout Outdoor Battery 5000N ZDNET's key takeaways The Elecom NestOut is the toughest power bank I've ever tested, available for $45. It features the best mechanism I've come across to protect the USB ports. Its extreme durability is overkill for day-to-day use. View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. The toughest situation most people's power banks will endure is a drop on the floor -- maybe a spill at the coffee shop. But some people demand a lot more from

WinToUSB lets you install and run Windows on an external hard drive or USB flash drive

WinToUSB is a lightweight, user-friendly tool that enables you to create and run bootable Windows installations on USB drives or external hard drives. It provides a convenient solution for portable Windows systems or emergency recovery tools. WinToUSB (also called Windows To USB) is a free Windows To Go (WTG) creator that lets you install and run a fully functional version of Windows on an external hard drive, USB flash drive, or Thunderbolt drive. It is simple and efficient – just three steps

I drove a tractor over this $45 power bank - it didn't skip a beat

Nestout Outdoor Battery 5000N ZDNET's key takeaways The Elecom NestOut is the toughest power bank I've ever tested, available for $45. It features the best mechanism I've come across to protect the USB ports. Its extreme durability is overkill for day-to-day use. View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. The toughest situation most people's power banks will endure is a drop on the floor -- maybe a spill at the coffee shop. But some people demand a lot more from

Zfsbackrest: Pgbackrest style encrypted backups for ZFS filesystems

zfsbackrest ⚠️ Experimental: Do not use it as your only way for backups. This is something I wrote over a weekend. There's a lot of things that need work here. pgbackrest style encrypted backups for ZFS filesystems. Getting Started Installing You need age installed to generate encryption keys. Encryption is NOT optional. $ go install github.com/gargakshit/zfsbackrest/cmd/zfsbackrest@latest Configuring Create /etc/zfsbackrest.toml . debug = true # warning, may log sensitive data [ repos

Sony just locked one of the best Xperia features behind a paywall

Sony TL;DR Sony has recently updated its Monitor & Control app, which lets you control your Sony camera using a smartphone. With the update, Sony is locking high-resolution monitoring over USB behind a paywall. This update also limits USB video feeds to top-tier Sony Xperia phones. Sony’s Xperia lineup is not the first choice for most smartphone buyers. But if you’re someone who uses Sony cameras, whether professionally or as a hobbyist, the phone can also serve as a touchscreen monitor, whi

When the sun will literally set on what's left of the British Empire

Click to enlarge A while ago I treated you to a dissertation entitled “Does The Sun Set On The British Empire?”, and concluded that it doesn’t. The UK’s widely scattered overseas territories, sparse though they are, mean that the sun is still always shining, somewhere in the world, over British territory. The most important territories in maintaining this late-empire sunlight are the Pitcairn Islands, in the Pacific, and the British Indian Ocean Territory, in the Indian Ocean. To illustrate th

Adafruit Fruit Jam – An RP2350 mini computer running classic Macintosh

The Adafruit Fruit Jam is a credit card-sized RP2350-powered mini computer that is designed to run classic Macintosh through the uMac emulator. It supports System 2.0 up to System 7.5.5, 720p video via DVI, audio, and USB keyboard and mouse. Built around the Raspberry Pi RP2350 MCU, the Fruit Jam board also features an ESP32-C6 wireless module and offers DVI output via the RP2350’s HSTX interface, USB-C for bootloading, a microSD card slot for storage, and an onboard TLV320DAC3100 I2S audio DAC

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HSBC resolves app and online banking outage

HSBC resolves app and online banking outage HSBC says it has now fixed an issue which left customers unable to access online banking or use its app in the UK, preventing some from accessing their accounts. Thousands of people reported problems on outage-checking site Downdetector since the issues first emerged at 11:00 BST on Wednesday. Five hours after the issue was reported by angry customers online, the bank now says the problem has been resolved. "We apologise to our customers who were i

HSBC apologises as app and online banking go down

HSBC apologises as app and online banking go down HSBC has apologised after customers were left unable to access online banking or use its app in the UK, preventing some from accessing their accounts. Thousands of people have reported problems on outage-checking site Downdetector since the issues first emerged at 11:00 BST on Wednesday. According to HSBC's service status website, customers can still access their accounts by phone and in-person, and card payments are unaffected. "We're really

A ‘Knight Rider’ Movie Is in the Works From the Creators of ‘Cobra Kai’

The Netflix hit Cobra Kai was the perfect balance of 1980s nostalgia and modern sensibilities. Now, the team behind that show has been tapped to do the same for another popular brand from the decade: Knight Rider. The Hollywood Reporter says that Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald are in early talks to make a movie based on the hit show, which starred David Hasselhoff as a detective who gets paired with an artificially intelligent car called KITT (which stood for Knight Industries

Bye-bye barrel jack: Framework brings 240W USB-C charging to laptops

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Four and a quarter years ago, I told you how a USB-C cable could someday power all but the beefiest gaming laptops. Now, Framework is finally fulfilling the promise of 240 watts through a USB plug. Today, it’s opening preorders for the first standards-c

Your TV's USB port has 5 hidden superpowers: Here's how I take advantage of mine

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. After the initial setup, most people rarely engage directly with their smart TV. With wireless connectivity, phone apps, and remote controls, there's little need to. Tucked next to the essential HDMI ports, a USB 2.0 port -- likely sitting unnoticed on the back or side panel -- offers more potential than you might expect. Also: Samsung is giving away free 65-inch TVs right now - here's how to get one USB ports are easy to

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25 Best Power Banks (2025), I've Tested Countless to Find Them

What Features Should I Look for in Power Banks? AccordionItemContainerButton LargeChevron There are a few things worth thinking about when you’re shopping for a portable charger. The capacity of a power bank is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), but this can be a little misleading because the amount of power you get out depends on the cable you use, the device you're charging, and the charging method (Qi wireless charging is less efficient). You will never get the maximum capacity. We try to p

What Is USB-C, and What Do All Those Numbers Mean?

From laptops to phones to wireless Bluetooth speakers, earbuds and more, USB-C connections have become the de facto standard for charging and data transfer of devices. While USB-C is just about everywhere now, including longstanding holdout Apple since the iPhone 15, not all ports or cables are the same. They look identical, sure, and have some interoperability, but there are ratings for different charging and data speeds. That can make choosing a USB-C cable more complicated than it should be.

5 of the best Pixel 10 chargers you should buy instead of Google’s 67W brick

Google has a new charger for the Pixel 10 series, offering 67W of peak power spread across two USB-C ports. As an official product, this is the safe bet for guaranteed fast charging, but it’s also more power than you might need, and it’s not exactly the most affordable plug on the market either. Likewise, perhaps you’re after just a single-port plug or maybe want something that can power your laptop and tablet as well as your new Pixel? To help, I’ve dug out some of the best chargers money can b

The New Marvel Legends Maximum Series Deadpool Lives Up to Those Descriptors

Walk into any store with pop culture merchandise, and you’re sure to find something Deadpool. The ultra-popular, potty-mouthed Marvel character is no stranger to all manner of merch from toys and plushes to socks, water bottles, bedsheets, and so much more. Deadpool is, and will continue to be, everywhere. And yet, his new Marvel Legends figure is so good, it still somehow stands head, shoulders, and samurai swords above the rest. Hasbro just revealed the Marvel Legends Maximum Series Deadpool,

The best portable monitors in 2025

Whether you're working on the go, gaming away from your desk or just want a second screen to boost your productivity, a portable monitor can be a handy solution. These lightweight displays are perfect for adding more screen space to your setup without taking up much room — especially useful if you're using a compact laptop or traveling often. Many of the best portable monitors now support USB Type-C connections for easy plug-and-play setups, and some even run entirely on USB power, so you don

This is the coolest charger I’ve seen, and it’s 25% off!

See that little robot in the image above? It’s actually a multi-port charger! It will definitely spark plenty of conversations, but it’s also a pretty capable charger, and right now, it’s 25% off! Buy the GravaStar Alpha65 GaN 65W Wall Charger for just $37.46 ($12.49 off) This offer is available from Amazon, but the deal isn’t applied automatically. You must manually apply an on-page coupon before adding it to your cart. By the way, the maximum savings only work with the Gray and White models.

Best Surge Protectors of 2025: I Tested 16 Surge Protectors to Find the Best

Accell D080B-051B (Out of stock): It looks like a squid or maybe a six-legged octopus. (Hexapus?) I feel like this is enough reason to buy it, but it may not be for everyone. Its main benefit is that, instead of rigid outlets on a flat frame like most surge protectors, it has five short cables with the outlets at the end. The Accell is rated at a claimed 1,080 joules. Most surge protectors will continue to pass power when they've passed their joule rating, but the D080B-051B has a fail safe, cut

My new favorite universal adapter for traveling has a hidden superpower (and on sale)

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers. Wherever I go -- whether I'm traveling in the UK or abroad -- I bring a universal travel adapter with me. They're the perfect companion to keep my gadgets charged up with their compact form and selection of ports. Over the past few weeks, I've been testing the Baseus EnerCore CG11 6-in-1 universal travel adapter, and it's turned out to be the best-engineered

My internet went down - but this TV USB port trick made the outage more bearable

Adam Breeden/ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways Most smart TVs have USB ports that are greatly underutilized. The outputs can be used to broadcast local media files, troubleshoot bugs, download updates, and more. I've been using my USB port to play older media files, especially when the internet is down. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source on Chrome and Chromium browsers. These days, the internet and Wi-Fi connectivity seem to be virtually ubiquitous. In the

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This universal adapter's hidden superpower earned it a spot in my travel bag

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Wherever I go -- whether I'm traveling in the UK or abroad -- I bring a universal travel adapter with me. They're the perfect companion to keep my gadgets charged up with their compact form and selection of ports. Over the past few weeks, I've been testing the Baseus EnerCore CG11 6-in-1 universal travel adapter, and it's turned out to be the best-engineered travel adapter I've used so far. Also: I replaced my MacBook charger with this compact wall unit - and wish

The best gadgets and apps in August (so far)

is a reviews editor who manages how-tos and various projects. She’s worked as an editor and writer (and occasional sci-fi author) for more years than she cares to admit to. During the last half month, we’ve covered a lot of interesting gadgets and apps and thought we’d highlight a few that caught our attention the most. For example, we have a robovac that can mop the edges of your walls (something that my manual mop usually fails at), a charging cable that with any luck will last a good long ti

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I tested the best laptop docking stations -- here's what I recommend for your office setup

For students heading back to school or professionals looking to upgrade, a good docking station can make all the difference. These devices, sometimes called Thunderbolt docks, consolidate your connectivity needs into one compact hub. With the right one, you can plug in all sorts of accessories like external drives, keyboards, and even monitors. The best docks are fully loaded with a wide array of ports, support multiple high-res displays, and offer fast data transfer speeds. There are many grea

Hasbro’s Nano-Mals are a virtual pet that rewards fidgeting

Since the original Tamagotchi landed on store shelves 28 years ago, not much has changed in the world of virtual pets. The basic gameplay remains, with players being asked to feed, groom and play with small digital creatures inside a handheld device. But new features have also been added, like Bluetooth connectivity and downloadable content (they're also a little bigger than before). This month, however, Hasbro is throwing its hat into the ring with the Nano-Mals, a $20 device that takes the sta

Finally, I found a portable charger that checks all of my boxes for traveling

Voltme Hypercore 10K power bank ZDNET's key takeaways Voltme's Hypercore 10K power bank is available on Amazon for $23. It's very compact and easy to carry, with both USB-C and USB-A ports to charge two devices simultaneously. Its small but chunky, as some might prefer a flatter charger. $22.99 at Amazon Power banks are a tradeoff: too big and they're heavy and awkward to carry, too small and they're pretty useless because there's not enough charge power. I've found that the 10,000mAh mark is

Fairphone’s new chargers are as fast as they are eco-friendly

TL;DR Fairphone has launched a new range of USB-C cables and chargers. The new cables support 240W power output and can withstand at least 70,000 bends. The three-port 65W charger is set to launch before the end of September. Fairphone is best known for its ethically made handsets, like the recently launched Fairphone 6. But it makes more than just phones; you’ll also find earbuds and headphones. Now the company has expanded its product line even further with the launch of new cables and char