Thanasis/Getty Images Nearly every part of modern life depends on our connection to the internet. When my provider experiences an outage, everything grinds to a halt—working remotely via VPN, streaming music on Spotify, and even using smart home devices. It’s a stark reminder of just how much we rely on the invisible network that keeps […] More
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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
