The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) today announced the debut of a new Matter 1.3 specification that’s available for device makers and platforms. Matter is a smart home protocol that allows smart devices to work across multiple platforms, including HomeKit. Matter 1.3 adds support for a range of new device types and features, including water management … Read more
Getting this wireless night light/charger combo for $40 is a pretty bright idea. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals You want to wake up with your iPhone charged. And you want a soothing night light to set the perfect mood during your downtime. If that sounds like you, this night light charging station is your perfect … Read more
Samsung has launched two new power banks with a new design language. One has a battery capacity of 10,000mAh, while the other has a 20,000mAh battery capacity. Both are now available for purchase in the USA. These power banks were launched in South Korea in March 2024. Samsung’s 25W 10,000 mAh and 45W 20,000 mAh … Read more
Satechi today announced the availability of its two new Qi2 charging stands, the 3-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand and the 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand. Qi2 is the latest version of the Qi standard, and it is comparable to MagSafe. Qi2 uses magnets to ensure that smartphones are aligned properly with charging coils, … Read more
Last updated: April 24th, 2024 at 12:14 UTC+02:00 One of the downsides of electric vehicles is that they, too, need refueling, but drivers can’t just dump a bunch of fuel in the tank at a gas station and be on their way in a couple of minutes. It takes time for an EV to recharge … Read more
It’s a big day for Google Maps. First, the 3D buildings layer is rolling out to all Android users after months of waiting. And now we’re learning the app is expanding its eco-friendly features by introducing new ways to find EV charging stations and “lower-carbon travel alternatives”. The former, according to the announcement, aims to … Read more
makes some of our favorite third-party game controllers. The gamepads work with a variety of devices (now including the ) and they’re well-built. Right now, you can pick up a bundle of an 8BitDo Ultimate Controller and charging dock for $56 on Amazon. That’s 20 percent off and close to a record low. It’s the … Read more
A prototype of Apple’s ill-fated AirPower wireless charger has been seen charging an Apple Watch for the first time. AirPower was an Apple-designed charging mat designed to charge Qi-based iPhones, the Apple Watch, and AirPods that the company announced in September 2017 alongside the iPhone X. AirPower was designed so that users could place an … Read more
If you own an iPhone 12 or newer, you need a MagSafe charging stand. They’re incredibly convenient, and they work great with iOS 17’s handy new StandBy feature, which instantly turns your iPhone into a smart display. SwitchEasy offers two great wireless magnetic charging stands in the Cult of Mac Store — a powerful 4-in-1 … Read more
If you have read our reviews of the recently launched Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35, you may have noticed us complaining about Samsung’s 25W charging technology feeling a little outdated in this day and age, even on a mid-range smartphone. Well, Samsung may have heard our cries, as it recently launched the first mid-range Galaxy … Read more