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<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Bose Ultra Open earbuds sport a clip-on design, making them a great alternative to traditional bone-conduction headphones. Thanks to Bose’s OpenAudio technology, the earbuds are ideal for runners who want to enjoy music while remaining aware of their environment. For the higher price, the battery life could be better. –> The Bose […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Shokz OpenDots One are the company’s first clip-on earbuds, available in Black and Grey for $199. They sport a comfortable, nondescript design with Shokz’s industry-leading bone conduction audio technology. However, the earbuds’ touch controls are unreliable and awkward to use. –> I used to not be a Shokz believer; the […] More
Jada Jones/ZDNETShokz, a pioneer in bone conduction headphones, has announced a new product for people wanting open-ear true wireless earbuds designed for casual, everyday use. The new Shokz OpenDots One More
Just one of the 230 million iPhones that Apple makes every year. Kerry Wan/ZDNETCould your next iPhone have “Made in America” laser-engraved on the back? Don’t hold your breath.President Donald Trump’s administration has again raised the idea that iPhone production could shift from China and India to the US.”Remember the army of millions and millions of human beings screwing in little screws to make iPhones?” US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said last April. “That kind of thing is going to come to America.”Also: Are tariffs about to make your next iPhone way more expensive? It’s complicatedBut is it really?When you have a device that consists of thousands of parts made by suppliers from all around the globe, and the final product is assembled by hand in countries where wages are low, any hope of that idea quickly evaporates.Complex supply and assembly chainThe Financial Times has carried out an analysis of just how complex the iPhone’s supply and assembly chain is. A modern iPhone is made up of around 2,700 component parts sourced from 187 suppliers in 28 countries.The bulk of those components comes from China and Japan, and there is a reason for that: the closer the components are to where the iPhone is assembled, the quicker and easier it is to source them, and the cheaper everything becomes.But it is not just about components. Take the aluminum frame used as the chassis for every iPhone. Each one of these is cut from a block of aluminum by high-precision computer numerical control (CNC) machines — machines of a type and quantity, along with the expertise to run them, that currently only exist in China.Also: Worried about a $2,300 iPhone? How US tariffs are causing tech buyers to scrambleThen there are the rare earth minerals, such as yttrium, lanthanum, neodymium, dysprosium, and terbium. These are vital for an array of components, from magnets and displays to batteries. Without these rare earth minerals, everything stops. As the name suggests, these minerals are rare, with the bulk of them coming from China. This is yet another obstacle to the idea of a “Made in America” iPhone, with shipping, tariffs, and now China imposing export restrictions on many of these essential rare earth minerals, further complicating an already complicated and chaotic time for tech companies.But let’s say Apple could wave a magic wand and solve all the component and rare earth minerals issues, and build enough CNC machines to handle the aluminum machining required for iPhone production. What about assembly? More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Insta360 X5 delivers fantastic image quality and retails for $549. The improved waterproof and build quality are useful upgrades. I just wish the lens didn’t scratch as easily. more buying choices Almost exactly a year later, the team at Insta360 is back with its latest 360-degree camera: the X5–>. I […] More
Yelp Yelp began revamping its offerings with generative AI as the technology became popular. Now, the restaurant and business review platform’s latest update continues improving the service with new AI features and updates. Also: A few secretive AI companies could crush free society, researchers warn On Tuesday, Yelp’s spring release included 15 new features and updates to […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip sells for as little as $1,199 with sales. It’s a lightweight, convertible work laptop with a solid battery life and a booming speaker system. However, the model isn’t a powerhouse as some might find its performance a little disappointing. more buying choices When I first tried […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Amazfit BIP 5 is typically sold on Amazon for $89. It’s a solid budget smartwatch that integrates with the Zepp app, providing a breadth of health and fitness data. It’s not the most precise health tracker on the market, and its competitive price is most evident in its physical design. […] More
