The fifth generation of mobile network technology is rolling out, but the fourth generation isn't going anywhere, in fact it is still improving. How do the two compare in terms of speed, latency, and coverage? We explain all as we pit 5G vs. 4G to uncover the differences and what they mean for you.
If you've been wondering about the speed of the next generation of mobile network technology then we have the answers you need. Speeds will vary greatly, but there is a set range we can expect for download speeds and specific rules to hit required standards. How fast is 5G?
If you're sick of lugging around a power brick and you want faster charging for your devices, then GaNFast technology from Navitas Semiconductors should be on your radar. You'll find this efficient new tech in slim chargers from Anker, Aukey, Mu, RavPower, and others.
If you haven't tried wireless charging yet, then it's time that you did. With a pad plugged in next to your bed or on your desk, you can just place your phone on top and charge it up while you sleep or work, no need to fiddle with a cable ever again.
Battery life is still the number one complaint about smartphones. Searching for outlets and fumbling with cables has become a common daily routine. Yet the first wave of wireless charging solutions failed to really take off, in part, because you still have to find a plugged-in pad, and it's difficult to use your smartphone while it's charging on one.
How often have you been stuck in an airport, or on a train, and decided to take advantage of the public Wi-Fi network? Do you choose restaurants or cafes based on their free Wi-Fi? Great. Now, answer this: What do you do on your smartphone or laptop when you connect?
"Cookies are just a fundamental part of how the Web works, about as essential as Wi-Fi, HTML, or electricity," explains Silktide founder, Oliver Emberton. "All cookies do is recognize your computer as it travels between Web pages - so you need them for critical things like logging into a website, or buying something from a store."
It's an issue that has plagued humanity since the dawn of the mobile phone. We use our trusty pocket computers so much that they rarely get through a day with any power left. Many of us plug them in at night and fall asleep, content in the knowledge that we'll wake up to a fully charged device.
The battle for touchscreen supremacy could be about to heat up if Apple announces sapphire for the iPhone 6. We take a look at Corning's response and compare sapphire to Gorilla Glass.
We take a look at some of the common Galaxy Note 3 problems bugging owners and offer up potential solutions, fixes, and advice to help tackle them and get your device back on track.