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The problem with USB-C (technically “USB Type C” but nobody calls it that) is that it’s one connector with a lot of great properties (bi-directional, symmetrical, slim, locking) that supports a lot of technologies but mandates very few. When you see a USB-C port on a device, you don’t know what does and does not support it. Can you charge your device there? Is it data transfer only? How fast? What about DisplayPort? Buying cables can be just as bad. You may have no idea if a cable supports power delivery, or if it does what the wattage limits are.…
I have something of a confession to make. Over the course of my career in mobile, which spans over a decade at more than a dozen outlets, I’ve maintained a few consistent opinions. First, WebOS is the best operating system ever, and it died before its time. Second, it doesn’t matter who does it first, or best, but who brings something new to their platform that wasn’t there before. Third, to roughly quote the movie Moneyball (adapted to the world of smartwatches), there’s the Apple Watch, then there are 50 yards of crap, then there’s everything else. There’s the Apple…
If you haven’t heard of Google’s YouTube Movies & Shows, you’re not alone — but you’re missing out on a surprisingly convenient and free alternative to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and other subscription-based streaming services. The ad-supported library of movies is updated frequently and offers an impressive list of noteworthy films, from critical darlings to cult classics. Of course, not everything in the collection is worth watching. That’s why we’ve searched through the films available in YouTube’s free streaming library to put together a list of the best full-length movies available right now. If you want to broaden your search,…
Many (if not most) of our daily activities rely on the internet today, and so digital security and privacy are more important than ever before. A virtual private network is one of the cheapest, easiest, and most effective ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from online threats. More good news is that these services are also very user-friendly nowadays, so even if you’re not particularly tech-savvy, installing and using a VPN on your computer and your other internet-connected devices is not a difficult task. But with so many providers to choose from, finding the best VPN for your…
Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. There are a few things you need to keep in mind as you’re browsing through laptop deals, especially if you’re looking for a daily-driver device. You need something sturdy, robust, sleek, and made by a reputable laptop manufacturer. That’s why some of our favorite recommendations for laptop buyers are Dell XPS deals, which are well-balanced, no-compromise computers. That’s why you should check out one of the best Dell laptop deals on the brand’s website. Right now, you can pick up the Dell XPS 13 Touch for…
Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. Sony today announced its new SRS-NS7, the latest wireless neckband speaker from the Japanese electronics manufacturer. And along with it comes the WLA-NS6 wireless transmitter. Combined, they give wearers a slick Dolby Atmos-compatible experience with Sony’s Bravia XR televisions. The gist, for those who have yet to experience a wearable speaker, is that it’s the sort of thing designed for someone who wants their audio as close to their ears as it can get, without actually being in their ears. There are lots of reasons for…
One of the more frightening facts about mobile IT in 2021 is that simplicity and convenience are far too tempting in small devices (think AppleWatch, AirTags, even rings that track health conditions, smart headphones, etc.). Compared with their laptop and desktop ancestors, they make it far more difficult to check that URLs are proper, that SPAM/malware texts/emails don’t get opened and that emlpoyees follow the minimal cybersecurity precautions IT asks. In short, as convenience ramps up, so do security risks. (Confession: Even though I try to be ultra-vigilant with desktop emails, I do periodically — far more often than I should…
If you’re in search of that elusive runner’s high, the Peloton Tread (priced at $2,495, plus $39 per month for a class membership) delivers. I normally dread running, but I can’t wait to get on Peloton’s latest treadmill every morning. It’s smaller and costs $1,800 less than the Tread+, but offers a similarly engaging workout experience with an immersive touch screen, a wide variety of trainer-led classes, easy-to-use incline and speed knobs, rails that wrap around you, and no front shroud to trip on. While Peloton recalled both models over safety issues earlier this year and the Tread+ remains off…
Halo Infinite’s Big Team Battle mode was the focus of this past weekend’s beta test, and I came away from it feeling like it’s among 343’s strongest steps forward in the multiplayer space since it took over the series from Bungie. It is complete chaos–but in the best way.Halo 5’s Warzone mode was an exciting concept, but it didn’t stick the landing and the Req pack system and the MOBA-style concept in general did not resonate with me. Thankfully, Halo Infinite’s overall ambition to seemingly return to the basics of Halo also applies to Big Team Battle, and as with…
Whatever happens next, the new normal is officially hybrid. This shift in how we work is also impacting how businesses choose technology. Portability, once merely a “nice to have,” is now essential. And, as users move between the office, home, and everywhere in-between, battery life matters more than ever. Maximum power efficiency ensures users can enjoy long battery life to stay connected, keep creating, and continue collaborating for longer before looking for a place to plug in.These big changes are driven by more than just the need for mobility, but also because the kinds of tools and applications we depend…