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23 Best MagSafe Accessories (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Brenda Stolyar 2026-02-13 18:28:00

Other Good MagSafe Accessories The accessories below aren't as great as the top picks in this guide, but they're still good options if you're looking for more MagSafe gadgets. Photograph: Julian Chokkattu Belkin iPhone Mount With MagSafe for $30: Using Apple's Continuity Camera feature, you can wirelessly use your iPhone as a webcam for a MacBook. It supports various video calling apps too, from FaceTime to Zoom. This circular silicone puck magnetically sticks to the back of your iPhone and c

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This 5-in-1 charging station replaced several desk accessories for me - and it's half off

zdnet.com Kayla Solino 2026-02-15 23:18:44

Kayla Solino/ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways Baseus' Nomos 5-in-1 Charging 140W Charging Station The Nomos Charger cuts down on cords and clutter, and can easily replace a wireless charging pad, a USB-C multi-charger, and other cords like laptop and phone chargers. Its innovative features make it easy to track the output and charging of your devices, but if you're looking for something with a smaller profile, or just don't need extra ports, smaller wireless or multi-chargers may be your best bet

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RP2350pc Open Source Hardware all in one computer

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-16 06:27:31

by OLIMEX Ltd in 6502, apple2, ARM, new product, OSHW, raspberrypi, Retro computers, risc-v Tags: apple2, atmos, computer, education, oric, puldin, raspberry pi, riscv, rp2350 RP2350pc is an Open Source Hardware complete computer with: RP2350B Dual Core ARM/RISCV processor build in 520KB RAM, 8MB PSRAM, 16MB Flash Four USB ports Two UEXT connectors DVI/HDMI output Audio Codec Audio MIC in Audio Headphone Out Audio Amplifire with external speakers SD card LiPo UPS allowing to run on L

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The new Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD just got a 41% price drop

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-02-18 09:44:08

Crucial only launched its latest entrant to the SSD market last month, so we thought it would be some time before we saw a significant price drop on it. However, with Prime Day just around the corner, the Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD just plunged by 41% in this Amazon deal. Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD for $81.99 ($58 off) It almost goes without saying that the markdown represents an all-time low price on the storage device, and similar savings are reflected on other variants. For instance, if

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Home Office Setup Guide (2025): Webcams, Desks, Chairs, and More

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2026-02-20 00:03:00

No matter if you're working from home full-time or just a few days a week, it's important to carve out a home office setup that separates your work and personal lives. It's equally vital that your workstation is kitted out with the right gear and accessories to make the day more bearable and comfortable. Since 2020, we've been testing standing desks, office chairs, monitors, USB hubs, keyboards, and tons of other work-from-home gear in our own lives. These are our favorites. Updated June 2025:

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25 Best Wireless Chargers (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2026-02-20 00:30:00

Other Wireless Chargers We Tested Photograph: Simon Hill There are a lot of wireless chargers. Here are a few more we like, but for one reason or another don't warrant a place above. Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 Charging Station for $100: If you liked the PicoGo W2 above but need more gadget-charging power, this 5-in-1 could be worth a look. It also has a tilting pad and retractable USB-C cable, but adds two more USB-C ports and one USB-A, along with a stats-filled display. It’s perfect for your deskt

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Anker Is Going All In, This 3-Port 65W USB-C Charger Is Almost Free Before Prime Day

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-19 15:40:47

Anker’s range of chargers is known for delivering fast and safe power to just about any device. Phones, tablets, laptops – Anker always delivers fast, secure charging. The Anker USB-C charger Nano II 65W is one of the most popular models on Amazon, consistently receiving excellent reviews from thousands of users (almost 14,000 five star ratings). Right now, it’s available at its lowest price ever – just $29, down from the regular $40, just before Prime Day. This deal is available to everyone, n

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23 Best Power Banks (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Simon Hill 2026-02-19 18:00:00

Other Portable Chargers We Tested Photograph: Simon Hill There are so many portable chargers out there. Here are a few more we like that just missed out on a place above for one reason or another. OnePlus Slim Magnetic Power Bank for $70: Sleek in silver grey aluminum with a chamfered edge, this power bank looks lovely and is very slim, measuring 3.77 x 2.71 x 0.34 inches, not to mention lightweight at just 120 grams. But the 5,000-mAh capacity is just over half that after inefficiency takes

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Your TV's USB port is seriously underutilized: 5 features you're not taking advantage of

zdnet.com Chris Bayer 2026-02-21 04:00:00

Adam Breeden/ZDNET 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: Don't cancel Netflix yet: I used these secret codes to unlock the full catalog of shows USB ports are easy to overlook, but they're a standard featu

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Dell’s Best-Selling Laptop (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) With Windows 11 Pro Is Nearly Free at 73% Off

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-02-21 04:01:50

Schools is out but the next semester will be here before you know it. Is your college student equipped to take on all their classes? Make sure they are kitted with the right laptop to get all their class work and homework done reliably without any technical issues. Amazon is making that easy as they’ve knocked more than half the price off this Dell portable student and business laptop. It’s down from $2,399 to just $649 — a savings of $1,750. That’s a 73% discount. See at Amazon Take on Everyd

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6 Best Phones With Headphone Jacks (2025): Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2026-02-24 09:33:00

Not having a 3.5-mm port doesn't mean you can't use wired headphones at all with a smartphone. You can buy a USB-C headphone dongle, which plugs into the USB-C port of your smartphone and adds a 3.5-mm port. Apple USB-C to 3.5-mm Adapter for $9. This adapter from Apple will do the job for any smartphone with a USB-C port—that means Android phones and the iPhone 15 and newer. I recommend buying a few because they’re easy to lose. If you have an iPhone with the Lightning port (iPhone 14 and older

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Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect it from the dead with fresh ebooks

zdnet.com David Gewirtz 2026-02-24 18:53:00

Amazon / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Early 2025 was a tough time for Kindle fans. Also: The best Kindles of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed On Feb. 26, 2025, Amazon disabled the ability to download Kindle book files to your computer. While Kindle books will no longer be available for your old devices after next week, you can upload EPUB (with a workaround) and mobi files. Here's how to do that. Of course, it all starts with a story As a tech professional, there are many things I know beca

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PicoGUS gets CD-ROM emulation

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-23 05:02:33

(note: please use firmware v3.0.1, which fixes issues with MPU emulation in SB and USB modes) New features/changes CD-ROM emulation PicoGUS now supports CD-ROM emulation (in other words, PicoGUS is now an ODE)! It emulates a Panasonic/MKE interface and drive and supports CD images in ISO or BIN/CUE stored on a USB drive plugged into the USB port on the PicoGUS. CD-ROM emulation has been tested in DOS and Windows 9x and CD audio playback is fully supported. CD-ROM emulation is available in So

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My new favorite multi-port charging station is $50 off on Amazon right now

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-02-26 04:19:00

ZDNET's key takeaways A great charging station that's not just for those deep in the Apple ecosystem It offers a total of 140W output, and the USB-C ports and built-in cable support up to 100W There's a cool LCD screen, and this can be switched off if it becomes annoying or distracting. $99.98 at Amazon For a limited time, Baseus has discounted the Nomos 5-in-1 charging station by $50, bringing it down to near all-time lows. Chargers are giving way to charging stations, purpose-built gadgets

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Writing a basic Linux device driver when you know nothing about Linux drivers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-22 09:29:42

A couple of months ago I bought the Nanoleaf Pegboard Desk Dock, the latest and greatest in USB-hub-with-RGB-LEDs-and-hooks-for-gadgets technology. This invention unfortunately only supports the real gamer operating systems of Windows and macOS, which necessitated the development of a Linux driver. Over the past few posts I’ve set up a Windows VM with USB passthrough, and attempted to reverse-engineer the official drivers, As I was doing that, I also thought I’d message the vendor and ask them

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HP 11-in-1 USB-C Dock Is Cheaper Than Last Prime Day, Now 53% Off as Amazon Clears Out Best-Sellers

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2026-02-27 04:10:32

When you use multiple screens to get through the workday as well as multiple peripherals like a wired mouse and keyboard, external drives, and a stable internet connection, you probably know the pain of juggling cables and adapters. It’s not fun to have to unplug things over and over to put new things in their place, but Head to Amazon to get the HP USB-C Dock G5 11-in-1 Adapter for $108, down from its usual price of $230. That’s $122 and a discount of 53%. See at Amazon The easy way to suppo

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$2,000 Slashed Off Dell’s 15-Inch Laptop, Prime Day Deal Leaves Amazon’s Margin Gone

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-28 00:10:13

If you’re looking for a premium laptop, this early Prime Day deal on the Dell Inspiron 15-inch touchscreen laptop is one you won’t want to miss – and it’s open to both Prime and non-Prime members. Amazon has bundled this powerful (i7, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) machine with a set of high-value accessories including a lifetime subscription to Microsoft Office Pro, a USB drive, a mouse, and a 7-in-1 USB hub. The regular retail price is $2,599 but with this limited-time offer, you can have the laptop for

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This 250W Charging Station Replaces All Your Chargers, Now at a Record Low Price for Early Prime Day

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-28 14:28:59

Amazon’s one-day deals are coming out before Prime Day and this year there is a true gem for customers who appreciate speed and efficiency in charging. Although 10,000mAh or 20,000mAh power banks are convenient for charging your phone or tablet while on the move, they do not suffice for quick charging of laptops, tablets, and several devices. Anker has a bunch to pick up this slack and for now, the Anker 250W GaN-powered charge station is on sale for a record-low $119 from its normal $170. This

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Forget the Mac Mini, This HP Mini PC with Windows 11 Pro Is 70% Off in Early Prime Day Deals

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-28 14:55:33

HP is competing directly with Apple’s Mac Mini in the world of compact desktops. The HP Pro Mini 400 G9 Mini PC is currently available at a record low price on Amazon and makes it a great chance to get a high-end machine at a much lower cost. The price is the big news: this model (32GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB PCIe SSD, Intel 6-Core i5-12500T) is now just $699 which is 70% off its usual price of $2,339. On HP’s own website, a similar setup would cost close to the original price. See at Amazon Build for

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Lenovo 15” 1TB Laptop with Windows 11 Pro for $399 (71% Off), Amazon Is Selling at No Profit

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-02 04:25:57

Laptops are necessary for work, school and play, but it can be difficult to find one that’s both affordable and reliable – most good choices cost far less than $1000. One of the most reputable laptop brands is Lenovo, and Amazon currently has a deal that’s hard to pass up. Currently, the Lenovo V15 G2 laptop is available for just $399, down from its usual price of $1399. That’s a huge 71% discount ($1,000 off) which makes it one of the lowest prices ever seen for a laptop with these specs. If y

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The best GaN chargers of 2025: Expert tested

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-02 17:00:17

Remember the old wall wart? That little charger you plugged into an available wall outlet, needing one for each device you owned, and used to get so hot you couldn't touch it? How times have changed! Now, you can get your hands on a charger that can happily -- and cooly -- power and charge multiple devices at once. It's not just smartphones -- most modern chargers can handle heavier loads such as tablets and laptops. With the transition from silicon transistors to gallium nitride (GaN) transist

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Deal: This really cool UGREEN charger drops in price for the first time!

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-03 18:46:31

Are you looking for a new charger? If you care about portability, you will want something small and light yet still pretty capable. It would help if it was also affordable, and the UGREEN 45W 3 in 1 GaN USB-C Charger with Retractable Cable meets all those requirements, especially right now that it’s 25% off! Buy the UGREEN 45W 3 in 1 GaN USB-C Charger with Retractable Cable for $22.49 ($7.50 off) This offer is available from Amazon, but it is exclusive to Amazon Prime subscribers. You can learn

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Apple’s USB-C EarPods are an even better buy at just $15.99

theverge.com Sheena Vasani 2026-03-03 18:30:49

Last year, I lost my old AirPods in my apartment and relied on my old-school Lightning EarPods for months before upgrading to an iPhone 16. Honestly, aside from missing wireless connectivity, I hadn’t noticed much difference. That’s why I still think they’re a good investment in 2025, and why I’m considering picking up the newer USB-C EarPods now that they’re on sale for $15.99 ($3 off) at Amazon and Walmart. That’s the best price we’ve seen and a smart buy if you’ve lost your entry-level pair o

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This 5-in-1 USB-C Hub Is Almost Free, Amazon Didn’t Wait for Prime Day to Crush Its Price

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-03 23:10:31

Having a device that reduces the number of cables and ports you need to use is a lifesaver if you work with multiple gadgets. The Anker USB-C 5-in-1 Hub gets rid of frequent hassles like working with multiple chargers, adapters and data cables by combining important connections into one compact unit. This kind of hub is especially useful to modern laptops which usually only have a few ports. Last Black Friday, this Anker USB-C Hub cost $24 and since then it has been reduced only once to a pheno

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This 2-Pack of 40W Wall Chargers (USB-C/A) Is Now Just $7 Each, Amazon Launches Early Prime Day Deals

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-04 18:25:19

Not all charging blocks are created equal and finding the sweet spot between power, safety, outputs, and price can be tricky. Amazon is hosting some of its most aggressive deals ever leading up to Prime Day so now’s a great time to upgrade your charging kit – and they’re not just for Prime members. One of the best bargains available currently is for a 2-pack of 40W wall charger blocks by MateStar which is now selling at an all-time low price. The normal price on this pack of 2 40W charger block

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My favorite USB-C accessory of all time got a magnetic upgrade - it's spoiled me ever since

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-05 06:12:33

ZDNET's key takeaways The magnetic USB-C connector now supports a 180-degree swivel, and it's only $12 at Amazon. It can pump out as much as 240W of power. I just wish it was suitable for data transferring or powering monitors. $15.99 at Amazon These handy 240W USB-C magnetic adapters are on sale for just $12 (with the added coupon) for one on Amazon. A hill I'm always willing to fight on -- and maybe even die on -- is that the magnetic breakaway USB-C connector is one of the best USB access

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This $12 USB-C accessory is one of the best investments I've made for my electronics

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2026-03-07 03:00:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The magnetic USB-C connector now supports a 180-degree swivel, and it's only $12 at Amazon. It can pump out as much as 240W of power. I just wish it was suitable for data transferring or powering monitors. $15.99 at Amazon These handy 240W USB-C magnetic adapters are on sale for just $12 (with the added coupon) for one on Amazon. A hill I'm always willing to fight on -- and maybe even die on -- is that the magnetic breakaway USB-C connector is one of the best USB access

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This 6-in-1 Anker Desktop Charger Costs About as Much as Going Out for Lunch

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-03-06 18:10:07

Tell me if this is you. You’ve got all your fancy gadgets, but only one measly outlet available. Deciding whether to juice up your phone or your laptop first—what a conundrum. Sure, you could plug one in and then trudge over to the next outlet across the room for the other, but that’s just sheer madness. Who’s got time for that nonsense? Save yourself the hassle and get a proper desktop that can handle all your devices at once. The Anker USB-C charging station is your knight in shining armor, bo

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UGREEN USB-C Charger Block Matches Its Black Friday Price, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2026-03-07 09:40:35

You’ve probably been there before. Your phone is dying, and you need to charge it. You’ve got your cable, because you’ve got a billion of them. But where is a charging block to plug it into? You have to have one. Only they don’t come with our smartphones anymore. So sure, you might have tons of cables, but they’re totally useless without a way to actually get the electricity to your phone. There’s a good solution, and it doesn’t require you to have to spend an entire paycheck getting something t

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Your TV's USB port has an underutilized benefit that can revitalize an old system

zdnet.com Chris Bayer 2026-03-07 21:00:14

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Recently, I wrote about the various uses of the USB ports that come standard on the back or side of any smart TV. In this article, I'm focusing on one particular important use: installing firmware updates using a USB device. Also: How to disable ACR on your TV (and why doing so makes such a big difference) Updates are essential because they ensure your TV has the latest software, features, and security patches. Most smart TVs are designed to automatically check for and install

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23 Best MagSafe Accessories (2025), Tested and Reviewed

This 5-in-1 charging station replaced several desk accessories for me - and it's half off

RP2350pc Open Source Hardware all in one computer

The new Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD just got a 41% price drop

Home Office Setup Guide (2025): Webcams, Desks, Chairs, and More

25 Best Wireless Chargers (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Anker Is Going All In, This 3-Port 65W USB-C Charger Is Almost Free Before Prime Day

23 Best Power Banks (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Your TV's USB port is seriously underutilized: 5 features you're not taking advantage of

Dell’s Best-Selling Laptop (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) With Windows 11 Pro Is Nearly Free at 73% Off

6 Best Phones With Headphone Jacks (2025): Tested and Reviewed

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect it from the dead with fresh ebooks

PicoGUS gets CD-ROM emulation

My new favorite multi-port charging station is $50 off on Amazon right now

Writing a basic Linux device driver when you know nothing about Linux drivers

HP 11-in-1 USB-C Dock Is Cheaper Than Last Prime Day, Now 53% Off as Amazon Clears Out Best-Sellers

$2,000 Slashed Off Dell’s 15-Inch Laptop, Prime Day Deal Leaves Amazon’s Margin Gone

This 250W Charging Station Replaces All Your Chargers, Now at a Record Low Price for Early Prime Day

Forget the Mac Mini, This HP Mini PC with Windows 11 Pro Is 70% Off in Early Prime Day Deals

Lenovo 15” 1TB Laptop with Windows 11 Pro for $399 (71% Off), Amazon Is Selling at No Profit

The best GaN chargers of 2025: Expert tested

Deal: This really cool UGREEN charger drops in price for the first time!

Apple’s USB-C EarPods are an even better buy at just $15.99

This 5-in-1 USB-C Hub Is Almost Free, Amazon Didn’t Wait for Prime Day to Crush Its Price

This 2-Pack of 40W Wall Chargers (USB-C/A) Is Now Just $7 Each, Amazon Launches Early Prime Day Deals

My favorite USB-C accessory of all time got a magnetic upgrade - it's spoiled me ever since

This $12 USB-C accessory is one of the best investments I've made for my electronics

This 6-in-1 Anker Desktop Charger Costs About as Much as Going Out for Lunch

UGREEN USB-C Charger Block Matches Its Black Friday Price, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

Your TV's USB port has an underutilized benefit that can revitalize an old system

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