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Jorg Greuel/Getty Images The rise of generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) is colliding with elections all over the world, and consumers are worried. Singapore, Mexico, the US, and the UK are all holding general elections this year — and voters are concerned they will not be able to identify deepfakes. According to a report released by […] More
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Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty Images If there’s one thing that smartphone users worry about more than anything — even having an internet connection — it’s the battery. It used to be battery life that was the source of anxiety, with owners watching each percentage point drop with furrowed brows and dread in their hearts. As […] More
Apple makes its own docking stations for MacBooks, but the main problem with first-party devices is that they’re very limited in what they can do. The Digital AV Multiport Adapter, for example, only comes with three inputs and a USB-C cable at the end. To make up for this, Apple sells multiple third-party in its online store, and among the selection, the best is the TS3 Plus Dock from CalDigit.It’s similar to other entries on the list as it sports 15 individual ports. Just to name a few, you have a pair of Thunderbolt 3 inputs, five USB-A ports, and an SD card reader on the front. As you probably guessed from that brief array, this docking station can output video. In fact, it can output up to two displays at once in 4K resolution at 60Hz. Or if you have a single screen, you can instead send a 5K video with a refresh rate of 60Hz.Also: My favorite USB-C accessory of all time has a magnetic superpower (and it’s up to 25% off)The TS3 Plus Dock works with PCs as well as Mac computers, however. it caters more to Apple hardware. CalDigit’s device is capable of charging MacBooks up to 87 watts allowing you to power up your computer while transmitting files or working. The TS3 Plus Dock is even backward compatible as it works with old Apple laptops equipped with Intel processors. If you want a version with more ports, Apple also sells its big brother, the CalDigit TS4, on its digital storefront as well.CalDigit TS3 Plus Dock specs: Ports: Thunderbolt 3 (2), USB-A 3.0 (5), USB-C (2), UHS-II SD card reader (1), DisplayPort (1), 3.5mm Mic line in and Audio out (1), Gigabit Ethernet port (1) | Display: 4K @60Hz display (2), 5K @60Hz (1); supports up to 2 total displays More
Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETI recently had a chance to go hands-on with Apple’s upcoming Game Mode feature, and it’s clear that we’re about to see the next generation of mobile gaming across Apple’s ecosystem of iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks.Also: I did not expect this iOS 18 feature announced at WWDC to be my favorite (and it’s not AI)Mobile gaming is nothing new but it’s certainly growing up, with improvements that aim to make cutting-edge titles run on the iPhone with performance equal to other portable gaming devices. The first and foremost of these improvements is the Game Mode feature in iOS 18 due later this fall. More
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Jackery Explorer 1000 Jackery Why this deal is ZDNET-recommended Looking to get into portable power stations but put off by the price? Yeah, I hear this a lot, which is why I’m always on the lookout for fantastic deals. And I’ve found on of the best portable power stations you can buy at a price […] More
