Anker’s Laptop Power Bank came to the rescue of my laptop and smartphone during a recent power outage. They were on the verge of dying, but its pair of retractable USB-C cables powered up my devices so I could keep working remotely. Since then, I carry it with me wherever I go, and it’s bailed me out time and again. …
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Fairphone’s new cables and chargers are both faster and tougher
Repairable phone manufacturer Fairphone has announced a new range of USB cables and chargers. While they’re not user-repairable, the company says that they’re more durable and sustainably manufactured than its previous peripherals. And even for people without a Fairphone device, they should make for a more affordable entry point to its more ethical take on tech. The new USB cables …
Read More »Apple’s Bold Move: “Wireless Is the Future” as iPhone 17 Air Makes Charging Cables a Thing of the Past for 250 Million Users
IN A NUTSHELL 📱 The iPhone 17 Air could become Apple’s slimmest smartphone, possibly eliminating traditional ports for a fully wireless experience. 🌍 Apple may bypass European regulations mandating USB-C by enhancing MagSafe technology for wireless charging compatibility. 💡 The design of the iPhone 17 Air aligns with Apple’s MacBook Air strategy, focusing on thinness and sleekness over conventional features. …
Read More »Apple Insider Leaks “We’re Never Going Back to USB-C” as iPhone 17 Air’s Wireless Future Divides Fans and Fuels Backlash Over Missing Cables
IN A NUTSHELL 📱 The iPhone 17 Air is expected to be Apple’s slimmest smartphone, potentially eliminating traditional ports like USB-C. 🌍 European regulations require USB-C, but Apple may bypass this with a fully wireless charging option using MagSafe. 💡 The iPhone 17 Air aligns with Apple’s MacBook Air strategy, prioritizing thinness and design over traditional features. 🛒 Expert buying …
Read More »Anker’s new charger battles desktop clutter with retractable USB cables
The current trend in USB chargers isn’t adding more power or ports, it’s integrating charging cables that disappear when not in use. Anker was one of the first companies to release a charger with a built-in retractable USB-C cable last October, but its latest charger brings the same convenience to the desktop alongside three AC outlets you won’t need to …
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