Mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, depending on their manufacturer, require a certain type of USB cable for their charging and data transfer. Android-based devices usually demand a high-quality micro USB or USB Type-C cable, in order to provide good quality…
Whether it’s the fact that the 17% of people that owned a smartphone in 2008 grew to 78% of the population in ten years, or of entirely new markets suddenly emerging and quickly booming (think smart speakers and smartwatches, now at 13% and 20% respectively, as opposed to…
Since we live in the times of high tech and one of our biggest fears is that our gadgets won’t last through the day, today’s article is about choosing the best solar power bank. As usual, we’ve combed the internet and found the best deals for our readers, so keep…
Waterproof or Water-Resistant: Everything You Need to Know About IPX Ratings
June 5, 2022
Waterproof vs. water-resistant is a common dilemma that certain people face when it comes to buying a new smartphone, speaker, or even earbuds. When you buy a new device, you are paying a lot of money for it, so of course, you would want to protect your investment. IPX…
At some point you may have wondered, “Can I use my phone as a webcam?” And if so, how? Also, why would you even want to, right? Well, webcams can be expensive, and maybe you already have an old phone lying around that has a good enough camera. All else aside, sometimes…
Although choosing the best USB-C cable may seem like the easiest task possible, the fact is that improper choice of the cord may lead to serious damage of your USB hub or charger. Therefore, it is critical that you carefully approach this subject and if you are not familiar…
Having cables that are doing a fine data transfer job or offer efficient power charging is a necessity for most people. Although it might seem as that isn’t the case, situations where you face a faulty or broken cord show their true importance, and you quickly come to…
USB Type-C, or simply USB-C, is a smaller, more compact type of USB connection that has started gaining popularity over the last year or so, despite being around since 2014. This is a quick look at what USB-C is, and why you may or may not need it.
A Quick USB History
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Traditionally, tablets have had LCD screens, and eReaders have had screens enabled with something called E Ink. Those who know about their eReaders might already know what makes an E Ink display unique.
To put it in very plain terms, E Ink is an electronic technology through…
Just like how operating systems handle a computer’s most basic functions, the operating systems for phones and tablets are the software that essentially makes them ‘work’. Because mobile phones and tablets (which is what we will be discussing) usually have limited…
UPS devices aren’t mandatory but can save you from a lot of trouble. This is especially noticeable in the cases when you work with critical data or run a business, where every data loss or work delay costs a lot of money. In these situations, UPS utilities become more of a…
Owning a PC or any other type of volatile electronics demands for some sort of overload protection for it. Of course, that isn’t always the case, and many people use just simple power outlets, which do a proper job, but in the case of a short circuit they can’t help you…