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CHEAP: This 256GB (!) iPhone-compatible flash drive is now under $80
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! I remember when a 1GB SD card would set you back hundreds and hundreds of dollars, but now? You can get a 256GB flash drive that also works with iPhones and iPads, for under $80. äàëüøå »
2019-3-28 13:45
Here’s a 34-second video of Samsung folding the Galaxy Fold over and over again
In case you haven’t heard, Samsung is working on a bendable phone. Since it first entered the fold (pun intended), we’ve wondered one thing: will folding the device over and over again show on the display? After all, things that fold tend to form creases, and as cool as a bendable display is, no one wants to use one with a giant damaged vertical strip running through the center. äàëüøå »
2019-3-28 01:07
Wyze’s new motion and contact sensor kit secures your home for just $20
We came away impressed when we reviewed Wyze’s Cam Pan security camera last year. At just $30 a camera, it was almost disconcertingly cheap (and Wyze sells a $20 model too). But my colleague Tristan Greene concluded that “despite a few shortcomings, [it] does everything I want it to do and more. äàëüøå »
2019-3-28 23:42
What’s a time-of-flight (ToF) camera and why’s it on my phone?
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, tricks, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. When Huawei announced its P30 Pro, the latest models of its photography-focused phone series, one of its new features was something called a time-of-flight (ToF) camera. äàëüøå »
2019-3-27 17:56
CHEAP: Get $700 off this Harman Kardon Sound System, PRONTO!
It’s always a good time to upgrade your viewing experience from TV’s inbuilt speakers to a dedicated sound system. That’s why I think you should grab the Harman Kardon Sabre 35 sound system, now priced at $249 with a $700 discount. äàëüøå »
2019-3-27 15:32
Here’s why the Huawei P30 Pro’s camera could redefine smartphone photography
Huawei‘s P20 Pro and Matte 20 Pro had the best camera hardware of any smartphone in 2017, bar none. Sure, the Pixel 3 had my favorite camera – Google’s image processing is still the best – but Huawei managed to combine solid, versatile software with a giant camera sensor and triple lens setup that remains unmatched a year later. äàëüøå »
2019-3-27 02:17
Huawei announces the P30 and P30 Pro – here are the beefy specs
Today in Paris, Huawei announced two new models of its photography-focused series of phones: the P30 and P30 Pro. In this piece, we’re going to look at the devices’ specs. There’ll be a hands-on coming soon and, excitingly, an in-depth analysis of the phones’ cameras. äàëüøå »
2019-3-26 16:56
PAX wants to be the Apple of weed vapes – and CBD might be the key
I’ve had the pleasure of testing a number of very good weed vapes. But, when I’m finished with my review, more often than not, I return to the PAX 3. Basically, I like it a lot. So, when I was offered the chance to speak with JJ O’Brien, PAX’s VP of strategy, in Amsterdam, I leapt at the chance. äàëüøå »
2019-3-26 15:52
Xiaomi’s new 100W charger will charge your phone in just 17 minutes
Chinese hardware maker Xiaomi is gunning for a new record in fast charging with its upcoming 100W charger. That’ll trump Huawei‘s 55W charger released with its foldable phone, the Mate X, which is arguably the fastest we’ve heard of for a phone thus far. äàëüøå »
2019-3-26 11:04
Apple TV gets an overhaul, is now available on third-party devices
As expected, Apple today announced a dramatic overhaul of the Apple TV service, adding new subscription TV services, in addition to bringing the app to a swathe of new platforms. Let’s start with Apple TV Channels. äàëüøå »
2019-3-25 21:36
A site that tells you if Apple’s AirPower wireless charger is out yet is now out
Have you heard of AirPower? It’s Apple’s wireless charging mat – a device that has been teased and speculated on for ages, but still hasn’t appeared. Well, this arduous wait inspired one Reddit user to create isairpoweroutyet. äàëüøå »
2019-3-25 16:37
CHEAP: Hurry and get $70 off a fancy pants Bose smart speaker
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Ohhh damn – you can now get a Bose SoundTouch 20 speaker for $279. 95! That’s $70 less than normal! Hurry up and fill your life with music! In previous CHEAP posts, we’ve covered some popular portable Bluetooth speakers (which are great by the way), but these type of devices aren’t for everyone. äàëüøå »
2019-3-25 13:46
Nintendo is reportedly launching 2 new versions of the Switch this summer
The Wall Street Journal reports that Nintendo is working on two variants of its popular Switch game console, and aims to unveil them this summer. According to the outlet’s sources who have used both devices, they’re apparently not just ‘Lite’ and ‘Pro’ versions of the existing Switch, but are more varied than that. äàëüøå »
2019-3-25 12:03
CHEAP: 20% off the Blue Yeti Nano USB mic is the perfect excuse to start a podcast
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! You know how easy it is to start a podcast? Quite. And you know how easy it is now you can get the Blue Yeti Nano USB mic for only $79. äàëüøå »
2019-3-24 15:00
CHEAP: Our beloved UE BOOM 3 now has TOO MUCH DISCOUNT
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! If there’s one thing I love, it’s portable Bluetooth speakers. So, when I found out that the Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 is selling for its lowest ever price ($119. äàëüøå »
2019-3-23 15:00
Dyson’s V11 vacuum automatically changes its suction power to last longer
Last year, Dyson promised it would no longer develop corded vacuums, because, well, cords are annoying. But battery life is limited. When I reviewed the V10 last year, I had to constantly think about which power setting to use – do I want more suction or longer runtime? Dyson’s new V11 Torque Drive makes that a concern of the past. äàëüøå »
2019-3-23 01:01
Two months on, the Honor View 20 is still one of the best mid-range phones you can buy
Late last year, I flew to Hong Kong to see the the launch of the Honor View 20 first hand. This phone was notable for three reasons. Firstly, it was the second commercially available phone to ship with a 48MP rear camera. äàëüøå »
2019-3-23 19:21
Find the perfect gift for your mum with TNW’s Mother’s Day guide
Consider yourself warned, dear reader. There’s just nine days left until UK Mother’s Day. Nine. Days. And you thought the countdown to Brexit was scary. If this news has caused your blood pressure to plummet and beads of sweat to accumulate on your forehead, don’t worry. äàëüøå »
2019-3-22 16:25
CHEAP: At $185, this Samsung Chromebook 3 is more than half off
It’s always nice when something a bit overpriced becomes… well… cheap. Take the Samsung Chromebook 3, for example. Would I pay $399 for this? Absolutely not. But drop that price down to $185, and I’ll start throwing wads of cash in your face so fast, you’ll think you’ve got a new job as an exotic dancer. äàëüøå »
2019-3-22 15:47
CHEAP: You can now get Anker’s Soundcore Liberty Neo wireless buds for just $50
We’ve been fans of Anker’s Soundcore wireless buds, ever since they were called “Zolo. ” Remember that? As we’ve seen over the years with the Liberty and Liberty Lite buds, they offer a beautifully bassy experience, paired with great build quality and amazing battery life. äàëüøå »
2019-3-22 13:16
CHEAP: Fast, get 42% off this 6TB (!) Western Digital external HDD
Welcome to Thursday’s edition of CHEAP, where I’m doing whorage for some storage. I’m getting psyched for some gigabytes. We’re having some pageantry for capacity. I’m… Actually, that’s all I’ve got. äàëüøå »
2019-3-21 17:56
This app collects wallpapers designed to hide Samsung Galaxy S10’s camera
The hole-punch on the new Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup might not be as obnoxious as a notch. But, in case you wanted to hide it anyway, there’s now an app that collects creative wallpapers designed to camouflage the phone‘s camera cutout. äàëüøå »
2019-3-21 14:52
Amazon has a new cheap Kindle, but the Paperwhite is still a better deal
Amazon today updated its entry-level Kindle, making it at once a bit more useful and a bit more expensive – the starting price has gone from $79. 99 to $89. 99 . It’s a welcome update, but you should probably buy the Kindle Paperwhite instead. äàëüøå »
2019-3-21 22:34
Here’s how Apple could’ve made the new AirPods even better
Yep, today Apple released its new pair of AirPods, something you can read about in detail here. While the updates are undoubtedly good, I’m disappointed that Apple didn’t do more. I’m a regular AirPod user and, while I like them a lot, the earbuds could easily be better. äàëüøå »
2019-3-20 18:45
I wanted to fold Huawei’s foldable phone but they wouldn’t let me
After reading and writing pieces about foldable phones for months, I finally got to try Huawei‘s extravagant Mate X foldable phone. I used the phone for a couple of minutes at the company’s briefing in India, and it was a very cool experience. äàëüøå »
2019-3-20 17:44
Apple’s new AirPods include wireless charging, Siri, and a fancy new chip
They’re here! Apple has just announced its new AirPods, and they’re on sale now. We’ve discussed the merits (and pitfalls) of Apple’s popular wireless earbuds before, and this update is definitely a Good Thing. äàëüøå »
2019-3-20 17:06
Review: The Huawei Matebook X Pro (2019) is the best laptop I’ve ever used… ever
Comparing gadgets to their Apple equivalent is the oldest (and arguably laziest) trope in the tech journalism handbook. Android phones are inevitably compared to iPhones. Windows laptops are contrasted against MacBooks. äàëüøå »
2019-3-19 20:10
This Bluetooth speaker may look like an AI-monster from The Matrix but it sounds great
The GravaStar from Zoeao is the weirdest Bluetooth speaker I’ve reviewed, but that’s a good thing. It reminds me of a simpler time – the 1980s – when the characters on TV were often based on popular toys, and not the other way around. äàëüøå »
2019-3-19 19:38
Apple’s iMac line gets new Intel chips, AMD graphics, and support a bonkers 256GB RAM
After refreshing the iPad Air and iPad mini yesterday, Apple has given iMacs a spec bump with new Intel processors and AMD graphics chips after two years. While the iMac Pro didn’t get any upgrades, Apple’s giving an option to consumers to add a bonkers 256GB RAM for $5200. äàëüøå »
2019-3-19 17:35
CHEAP: Quick, this Bose Bluetooth speaker is cheaper than it’s ever been
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Right, we’ve got a great deal for you today: a full $40 (20 percent) off the Bose SoundLink Revolve Bluetooth speaker. äàëüøå »
2019-3-18 16:14
Apple finally updates the iPad Mini and iPad Air after 3.5 years
With little fanfare, Apple today announced major (and, dare I say, long overdue) updates to the iPad Mini and the iPad Air. The iPad Air is perhaps the most surprising of the lot. Apple officially discontinued the model in 2017, in favor of the 2017 iPad. äàëüøå »
2019-3-18 16:03
Why the iPhone Xs is an excellent compact flagship to buy right now
For a long time, I’ve used and liked big phones (and I can’t lie). They have certain advantages over their smaller cousins: extra screen real estate, and larger batteries. But lately, Google and Apple have narrowed the gap in functionality and performance between their compact and large handsets. äàëüøå »
2019-3-18 12:36
We reviewed this $35K Sony projector with old internet videos
Remember the old days of the internet? When you had to actually load videos? Yes, those times sure were both magnificent and awful times. And this got me thinking – could we combine the worlds? And watch old internet videos on modern new tech? I mean, yes. äàëüøå »
2019-3-15 19:12
Pssst, looking for the most discounted Apple products on Amazon?
‘Pssst,’ is our new service for you, in which we spend hours scouring the deep troughs of the web to get you the finest discounts. Apple. Not only do we all know the company, lots of us like it too. äàëüøå »
2019-3-15 17:46
Google’s foldable patent hints at a compact clamshell phone
Foldable phones are certainly the talk of the town this year. We’ve already seen devices from companies like Samsung and Huawei, and teasers from Xiaomi and Oppo. But all these phones are rather large, and are essentially designed to replace tablets. äàëüøå »
2019-3-15 10:15
Tesla unveils its Model Y electric SUV, starting at $39,000 and arriving next fall
At its launch event today, Tesla unveiled its highly anticipated Model Y compact SUV, with plans to bring it to market by next fall. The company’s fifth car will be available in four configurations, and will seat seven passengers with an optional third row. äàëüøå »
2019-3-15 07:07
How to watch Elon Musk reveal Tesla’s Model Y SUV tonight
A couple of weeks ago, Elon Musk announced he would reveal the Model Y – Tesla’s more affordable SUV – on March 14. Well, guess what day it is? You’ll be able to live stream the event on Tesla’s website beginning at 8PM PT/11PM ET, and if you’re unable to catch it live, we’ll post a recording right here for when you get the chance. äàëüøå »
2019-3-15 01:22
CHEAP: This 1TB Sandisk laptop SSD is at its lowest price yet
When choosing your laptop’s internal storage, you historically had to decide between speed and capacity. Fast SSDs – at least, the ones you could afford – were somewhat limited in storage. Old-school mechanical HDDs, although excruciatingly slow, could at least contain an ungodly amount of songs and movies. äàëüøå »
2019-3-15 01:11
Novel ways to find what book to read next, curated by a huge word nerd
Hi, I’m a huge word nerd. And I’m sure you’ll agree: reading is great! It’s like a word-movie in your mind, but without the crushing self-doubt that comes from looking at people too attractive to be right. äàëüøå »
2019-3-14 17:20
Google releases Android Q Beta 1 for all Pixels – here’s what we know so far
As rumored earlier this week, Google has released the first beta for the next version of its mobile os, Android Q. Google saves the best stuff until after its I/O conference in the spring, but Beta 1 is already packed with goodies. äàëüøå »
2019-3-14 00:06
CHEAP: Grab an Apple Watch Series 3 for $199 before it’s too late
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! Wow, this is one hell of a deal – you can get an Apple Watch Series 3 on Amazon for only $199. äàëüøå »
2019-3-13 14:29
Windows 10 test update lets you mirror your Android phone on your PC
Ever since Microsoft gave up on Windows Phone, the company has been focusing instead on tightening integration with the big two mobile platforms, Android in particular. Last May, it introduced the ability to beam texts and photos to your PC with an app called Your Phone. äàëüøå »
2019-3-13 10:09
Stop hoarding chargers and buy a power bank already
Every time I’m at an airport I marvel at the number of grown people I see sitting on the dirty floor, tethered to an outlet. All I can do is chuckle and think “these people aren’t sitting in first class either,” as I join them to top off my phone before takeoff. äàëüøå »
2019-3-13 23:04
Hands-on: Vivo’s Apex 2019 phone’s whole screen is a fingerprint sensor
Last year, Chinese phone maker Vivo began showing off its concept devices to the press before injecting some of those handsets’ technologies and features into market-ready models. That helps the company showcase its capabilities in the smartphone arena, and also gauge consumer interest in its ideas. äàëüøå »
2019-3-12 12:59
Hifiman Arya Review: These $1,600 headphones could be your endgame
High-end headphones vary tremendously in sound and presentation – more than speakers. Because of this, some headphone addicts like to use different cans for different types of music. They might sport one headphone for classical, another for bass-heavy genres, yet another for vocals. äàëüøå »
2019-3-12 10:02
CHEAP: Hurry up and get $30 off the new Kindle Paperwhite
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! You can’t talk about the Kindle without wading into an e-reader vs. normal book debate. And, well, I’m here to solve that once and for all. äàëüøå »
2019-3-11 19:07
Google’s gamepad patent hints at its plans for Project Stream
Last June, we learned that Google reportedly had some hardware in the works for its upcoming game streaming service. The company’s since run a trial of what it’s calling Project Stream, and Yanko Design has discovered a patent published a little over a month ago detailing a controller that Google designed; it could give us some clues about what it has in store for gamers. äàëüøå »
2019-3-11 12:03
Meet the woman designing RHA’s gorgeous headphones
March 8 is International Women’s Day. To celebrate, TNW is sharing series of profiles highlighting women leaders in the tech industry. Tech has a (completely deserved) reputation for being lopsidedly male-dominated. äàëüøå »
2019-3-8 17:59
CHEAP: The excellent Huawei Mate 20 Pro is now 32% off, but be quick
Welcome to CHEAP, our brand-new series about things that are good, but most of all, cheap. CHEAP! The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is arguably the best Android phone of 2018, and it’s all thanks to its ludicrous three-camera setup, which produces shots as stunning as anything else on the market. äàëüøå »
2019-3-8 13:35
Wallpapers cleverly hiding Samsung Galaxy S10’s camera cutout are my favorite thing online
Samsung released its trio of Galaxy S10 phones – the Galaxy S10e, the Galaxy S10, and the Galaxy S10+ – last month. These are the company’s first batch of flagship phones with a ‘hole-punch’ in their screen rather than a notch. äàëüøå »