Here’s how I optimize my iPhone’s battery life to make it last longer
While smartphone battery life has somewhat got better over the years, it has improved a lot more slowly than most other elements of phones. So if you’re anything like me you’ll still be looking for ways to maximize the life of your device. Over on Android, we’re starting to see promising silicon-carbon batteries that pack…
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“The height of nonsense”: Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison’s 1987 argument that not everything should be AI makes perfect sense in 2026
In 1987, long before artificial intelligence became the mass-market obsession it is today, Computerworld convened a roundtable to discuss what was then a new and unsettled question: how AI might intersect with database systems. The roundtable, chaired by tech royalty Esther Dyson, brought together three sharply different perspectives. Tom Kehler of Intellicorp represented the expert…
China’s Underwater Data Center Is Doing A Lot More Than Just Computing
The high water demand of data centers causes significant problems. Large volumes of often potable, drinking-quality water are used for cooling, putting pressure on local water supplies and competing with households and agriculture. One way around this is to do what China has done — place data centers in a location where they’re literally surrounded…
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Chinese Company Claims New Battery Can Last Over 1M Miles On The Road
Aside from the driving range between charges, another common concern of EV drivers is how and when to charge their batteries. Common wisdom suggests you should avoid fast charging your EV battery under certain conditions to prevent damage to the battery’s internal cells. However, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] Chinese…
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The Honda Sedan That Earns IIHS’ Top Safety Pick+ Rating For Midsize Cars
The IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award is a coveted award that has become known not only within the car industry but also among car shoppers. The award means that a vehicle is more likely to survive a serious accident in the real world, reassuring buyers that they’re purchasing a car that will protect them. The…
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3 Of The Best Years For A Used Subaru Legacy (And 2 To Avoid)
Subaru discontinued its famous Legacy sedan in 2025, ending the story of one of the brand’s most foundational vehicles and its longest-running nameplate after more than 35 years. And though you won’t find them in Subaru showrooms anymore, a used Legacy can still be an appealing car purchase for many different reasons. For starters, Subaru’s…
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I tested the Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB for two months – photo assignments will never be the same again
Viltrox has rapidly become a popular and affordable alternative to brand-own lenses and the likes of Sigma, and I should know given that I now have six Viltrox primes in my collection. I currently shoot with a Nikon mirrorless camera, and there’s one Viltrox lens I’ve been patiently waiting for since I first saw it…
Are Falken Tires Better Than Goodyear? What Consumer Reports Data Says
SlashGear released our rankings of major tire brands for 2025 in April of that year but we’re not the only ones to evaluate tires on a regular basis. Consumer Reports compiles an annual ranking of tire manufacturers, and released its 2026 rankings on the first day of the year. Michelin topped our 2025 rankings as…
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AT&T is taking the fight to Verizon and T-Mobile with the strongest pair of iPhone deals I’ve seen at the carrier yet
As someone who covers the best cell phone deals all year round, it’s usually Verizon and T-Mobile that get the share of the coverage. Put simply, these two carriers tend to offer the most competitive promotions for new and existing customers alike. Right now, however, AT&T is definitely offering some of the best deals –…