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This $12 accessory gave my Chromecast with Google TV a new lease on life

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-20 13:00:33

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority It’s safe to say that the Chromecast with Google TV is a basic Android streaming device. It packs exactly one USB-C port used for powering the device and an HDMI tongue to output video — that’s it. This design, while perfect for travel and keeping cable mess to a minimum, is rubbish for those who perhaps want a little more functionality. I wasn’t looking for everything and the kitchen sink when I purchased my Chromecast with Google TV, but rather a compact p

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Mac Mini Sale: Get Into MacOS for Less Than $500 Today

wired.com Brad Bourque 2025-09-20 17:17:16

In the market for a new MacOS-based desktop, but don't have a lot of space to spare? Amazon is currently offering discounts on both the 256GB and 512GB model of the late 2024 Apple Mac Mini (8/10, WIRED Recommends) with the M4 chip. Apple's M4 CPU is at the heart of both versions of this miniaturized desktop, with 10 cores each for the CPU and GPU. Our reviewer Brenda Stolyar had no complaints about the performance, noting that it handled multiple browser tabs, chat programs, and other apps wit

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The iPhone 17 just made USB-C charging even more of a nightmare

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-22 12:00:00

USB-C is an unfixable mess, that I’m convinced of, but a small part of me saw light at the end of the tunnel — that was until Apple launched the iPhone 17 series. With Apple’s latest phones, it’s now even harder for consumers to find the perfect plug to optimally fast-charge all their gadgets at once. Allow me to explain why. The good news, as it were, is that the iPhone 17 series claims “up to 50% charge in 20 minutes” with Apple’s new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter. That’s still not super fast, bu

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I found the perfect charger to fix the Pixel 10 Pro XL’s nightmare fast charging and cable clutter

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-24 17:30:46

Baseus Enercore CJ11 fast-charging 67W wall charger The Baseus EnerCore CJ11 wall charger is a compact, do-it-all USB-C charger with two USB-C ports and one built-in retractable USB-C cable. It can deliver up to 67W from any port (or all three combined), and supports the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and 10 Pro XL's specific fast-charging requirement of 18V/2A to top up at 37W. If you just got a Google Pixel 10 Pro XL like me, odds are you already have a USB-C charger that will fill up the battery when

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Apple found clever iPhone Air innovation for a thinner USB-C port

9to5mac.com Ryan Christoffel 2025-09-28 21:42:48

Last year when rumors started swirling around Apple’s plans for an ultra-thin new iPhone, one limitation on thinness was expected to be the USB-C charging port. But it turns out, Apple had a clever solution to make iPhone Air’s USB-C port unusually thin: 3D-printed titanium. iPhone Air uses 3D-printed titanium USB-C port that’s thinner and stronger Last year, Apple shipped its thinnest product of all time with the M4 iPad Pro. As a daily user of the new ultra-thin iPad, I quickly noticed that

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Status Audio Pro X Review: The Best High-End Earbuds?

wired.com Simon Cohen 2025-09-29 14:00:00

Never heard of Status Audio? I don’t blame you. The New York City-based company has been essentially operating under the radar ever since founder James Bertuzzi launched its first product, the wired CB-1 headphones, in 2016. Several wireless headphones followed, and Status eventually created two wireless earbuds, the Between Pro ($169) in 2021 and Between 3ANC ($249) in 2023. They were both well received and proved popular with buyers, perhaps helped by their quirky yet super-comfy square shape

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Anker deals: These essentials will keep all your desk devices charged and connected

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-29 21:46:29

Keeping a desk organized and clean will always make you more productive and comfortable. With so many devices, peripherals, and accessories, though, things can get messy real quick. Anker is currently running some sales on accessories that will help you better organize your cables, all while keeping all your devices connected and charged. Let’s go over our two favorite bundles. Both of these offers are available directly from Anker. That said, they require a coupon code. Check each section belo

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I dangled 56 pounds off this retractable USB cable, and the worst didn't happen

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-01 05:06:00

Ugreen Nexode 100W retractable USB-C cable ZDNET's key takeaways Compact, palm-size design that extends out to 1 meter/3.3 feet The cable is E-marker chipped to handle up to 100W The retractor reel is strong and can withstand 28kg/56lb. View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Cables are a source of never-ending frustration. Despite taking the time to carefully and methodically wrap them after each and every use using the over-under method, they always come ou

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How the new AirPods Pro compare to the rest of Apple’s AirPods lineup

theverge.com Sheena Vasani 2025-10-01 05:11:35

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. With their debut, the official AirPods lineup now looks a little different: the fourth-gen AirPods and their ANC counterpart remain the entry-level models, but now the AirPods Pro 3 are Apple’s most premium earbuds. The AirPods Max, meanwhile, continues to be the company’s only set of over-ears. Priced at $249, the new AirPods Pro 3 push into fitness territory with a built-in heart rate sensor to track calo

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Apple’s new MagSafe Battery doesn’t just work with iPhone Air

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2025-10-01 23:04:50

As rumored, Apple brought back its MagSafe Battery, but the only iPhone it works with is the new iPhone Air. However, Apple says it does have another feature that could come in handy. The new iPhone Air MagSafe Battery is meant to extend its battery life by 65%, which Apple says amounts to longer than any other iPhone. Apple discontinued its original MagSafe Battery when the iPhone switched from Lightning to USB-C. The first battery pack charged with Lightning, and Apple let third-party access

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College Football 26 is $20 off in time for the 2025 season

theverge.com Cameron Faulkner 2025-10-05 17:02:16

is down to $19.99 at Amazon . It’s just small $5 discount, but this is something that’s worth jumping on if you’re planning international travel any time soon. Its slim design aside, I like that it has four ports (two USB-C, two USB-A), and support for Type A, I, G, and C plugs, which allows it to work in over 200 countries and regions, according to Anker. In terms of USB power, it’s on the slow side — best for when you want to charge gadgets overnight. For instance, one of the USB-C ports can d

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Should you buy rechargeable batteries in 2025? These USB-C ones say yes

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-06 13:53:00

Paleblue rechargable lithium ion batteries ZDNET's key takeaways These batteries are a perfect replacement for alkaline batteries in pretty much every situation I like that can be recharged from a USB port and don't need a specific charger The USB-A connector in the end of the 4-way charge cable does feel a bit dated View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. It's almost 2026, and yes, we still need batteries. But it no longer makes financial or ecological sense

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Wired Earbuds Are So Back

gizmodo.com Wes Davis 2025-10-06 05:30:20

Belkin showcased a range of recently released Qi2.2 magnetic wireless chargers at IFA 2025, along with other charging accessories and wireless earbuds. Nestled in all of this were two products that immediately caught my eye: the Belkin UltraCharge Magnetic Charger 25W and the SoundForm USB-C Wired Earbuds with ANC. I want to talk about that second product, because this is something that has been stuck in a tiny space in the back of my mind for years. I rarely actively seek out noise-canceling w

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Are rechargeable batteries still worth buying in 2025? These USB-C ones say yes

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-05 23:00:20

Paleblue rechargable lithium ion batteries ZDNET's key takeaways These batteries are a perfect replacement for alkaline batteries in pretty much every situation I like that can be recharged from a USB port and don't need a specific charger The USB-A connector in the end of the 4-way charge cable does feel a bit dated View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. It's almost 2026, and yes, we still need batteries. But it no longer makes financial or ecological sense

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These are the only USB-C rechargeable batteries you should consider buying

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-07 13:00:00

Paleblue rechargable lithium ion batteries ZDNET's key takeaways These batteries are a perfect replacement for alkaline batteries in pretty much every situation I like that can be recharged from a USB port and don't need a specific charger The USB-A connector in the end of the 4-way charge cable does feel a bit dated View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. It's almost 2026, and yes, we still need batteries. But it no longer makes financial or ecological sense

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Anker’s New Prime 300W Power Bank Is the Last Portable Battery You’ll Ever Need

gizmodo.com Wes Davis 2025-10-07 13:46:01

Anker showed off a few powerful charging and computer accessories at IFA 2025 this year, and they put out just a wacky amount of power. That’s especially true of the Prime 300W Power Bank and the Prime Docking Station, which features what the company calls “the first triple display charging dock with stable 8K display output.” The Prime 300W Power Bank has enough juice to charge two laptops and a phone at once using its two USB-C and single USB-A ports. Its screen—which was hard to see under th

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Samsung’s ultra-thin Galaxy S25 Edge is $400 off right now

theverge.com Brandon Russell 2025-10-09 09:55:19

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. If you’ve ever wished your phone didn’t protrude so much while in your pocket, then the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge might be made for you. Samsung’s ultra-slim Android phone features the same 6.7-inch OLED display as the Galaxy S25 Plus, but the device’s 5.8mm thick design makes it feel completely different. Right now, you can grab the S25 Edge with 256GB of storage in black, silver, or blue for an all-time low

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This AC adapter splits in two, giving you a wireless power bank for the road

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2025-10-10 09:30:00

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Baseus has announced a new accessory that can wirelessly charge a Qi2-compatible smartphone directly on an outlet, making it useful as a hands-free wall mount. It’s reminiscent of a similar wireless charger that Zens released last year, but Baseus’ new EnerGe

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I won’t buy the next Google TV Streamer unless it copies this Acer TV box feature

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-10 22:30:01

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Colleague C Scott Brown loved the Google TV Streamer, and it’s easy to see why. The TV box combines a sleek design with plenty of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, Thread support, and a decent processor. However, Acer just announced its own Google TV box in my home market. I quickly realized that if I had to choose between buying a grey-market Google TV Streamer and the Acer box, one omission is keeping me from firmly embracing the Google device. Do you want a

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Anker’s fastest power bank launches alongside new Prime family

theverge.com Thomas Ricker 2025-10-10 19:30:00

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

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

theverge.com Sheena Vasani 2025-10-11 01:08:45

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

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

theverge.com Sheena Vasani 2025-10-11 21:08:45

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

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

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-14 01:11:00

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

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

techspot.com Unknown 2025-10-12 18:07:00

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

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

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-14 17:28:00

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

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

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-17 19:58:57

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

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Adafruit Fruit Jam – An RP2350 mini computer running classic Macintosh

news.ycombinator.com Debashis Das 2025-10-17 12:28:06

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

theverge.com Sean Hollister 2025-10-25 20:05:00

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

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

zdnet.com Chris Bayer 2025-10-28 12:56:00

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

wired.com Simon Hill 2025-10-28 12:00:00

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

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This $12 accessory gave my Chromecast with Google TV a new lease on life

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The iPhone 17 just made USB-C charging even more of a nightmare

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Wired Earbuds Are So Back

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

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

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