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It’s easy to silkscreen 600W on the product, but can the product live up to the hype? Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETI test dozens of chargers every year. Some are excellent, while others fall short. Here on ZDNET, I only feature the cream of the crop –the best of the best. However, I occasionally receive requests from readers asking for my thoughts or opinions on specific products.Lately, one product that’s been generating a lot of buzz is this 600W GaN charger.Also: The best power banks you can buySo, I bought a couple for testing. At $99, they’re not exactly cheap, but compared to the Ugreen Nexode 300W More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Blackview Tab 90 WiFi (2025) is on sale now for $110 on Amazon. It punches above its price point in terms of hardware. Expanded memory does need to be pushed to the max to get the best performance. –> Blackview, a brand primarily recognized for its rugged smartphones, has also […] More

rob dobi/Getty Images Whether you’re looking to cut a good deal with suppliers or convince colleagues of the benefits of your new idea, great negotiations are crucial to being a successful professional. Harvard Business School suggests investing time and energy in developing negotiation skills can help maximize your value at the bargaining table. Also: 5 […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Blackview Tab 90 Wi-Fi is certified for streaming DRM HD content. I found the battery life of the tablet to be decent enough for content consumption. The battery charging, however, is notably slow. more buying choices It’s that time of year when I get a lot of questions about tablets. […] More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETWith the way we use our iPhones these days, it can be hard to make it through a single day on a full charge. A few FaceTime calls, some text messaging, and opening Maps a few times, and you could already be 25% down. If you’ve experienced this problem, you’re not alone. These phones can be very power-hungry — even the more affordable iPhone SE 4 has battery issues. The problem is made worse by all the different apps, features, and settings vying for battery life. And the kicker is there’s a chance you don’t even use some of these functions.Also: Apple launches $599 iPhone 16e: Best features, specs, and everything else to knowLuckily, there are a handful of settings you can tweak to maximize your iPhone’s battery life, and these changes don’t have to mean losing out on your favorite features. Whether you’re rocking the iPhone 16 Pro Max or a version from a few years ago, you’ve got options. Here are the 11 best ways to improve your iPhone’s battery life. 1. Turn off the always-on displayOne of the biggest power drainers on the iPhone Pro series is the always-on display. Apple finally added the feature after years of refusing to, and while the company says it’ll only drain about 1% per hour, that’s still almost a quarter of your battery gone each day while you aren’t using your phone.How to: On your iPhone, go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Always On Display and flip the toggle to off. You’ll thank me later.2. Disable haptic feedback when typing More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company’s OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price. The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. more buying […] More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETIf your computer desktop looks a little chaotic and you’re noticing some performance slowdown, it might be time to do a cleanup. The best way to keep things running smoothly is to ensure you’re running the most updated version of Windows (you’d be surprised how many folks’ devices are several updates behind). But if you’re up-to-date, there are other things you can do to optimize.Also: How to create a Windows recovery drive in 4 easy steps – before it’s too lateWindows has a few helpful utilities that can free up some space (and they’re already on your PC). These utilities aren’t intended for large-scale repairs but can help make things run faster by cutting excess weight.Regular computer usage results in stored cache files that can become corrupted and outdated, leading to operational quirks and slower boot times. Clearing this cache and other temporary files can improve performance and keep things running optimally. Here’s how.  More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Sony’s Ult Wear headphones debut with a novel audio feature and are perfect for anyone looking for an everyday pair of headphones for $200. An enjoyable sound, all-day comfort, and premium software features and design elements set these headphones apart from others in the same price range. You can only access […] More