A soldering iron and steady hands: a YouTuber made RAM for a 386 computer from the 80s with his own hands. You can also
Usually, owners of old computers that are still working properly and performing their tasks have a hard time finding components to upgrade or repair the system. It’s not easy to buy DDR2 or DDR3 memory modules these days. Not to mention older systems that used memory in the form of 30-pin SIMM modules. However, this is not a problem if you…
HMD Pulse Pro smartphone review: budget selfie in Finnish
The latest European smartphone manufacturer has released a new line of affordable cameras: Pulse, Pulse+, and Pulse Pro. Today, we will take a look at the older model – HMD Pulse Pro. This smartphone promises good photos, but in addition to the camera, we also tested the processor performance, measured the battery life, and are […]
Samsung Galaxy Watch7 and Watch7 Ultra: Wear OS 5 and enhanced health monitoring starting at $299
Samsung also introduced new versions of the Galaxy Watch7 and Watch7 Ultra smartwatches. The new products have several notable updates, and, unlike smartphones, their price has not changed compared to their predecessors.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6: increase in memory, battery, and camera megapixels. $100 more expensive (from 50 thousand UAH)
In addition to Galaxy Z Fold6 Samsung has also released an update to the more affordable Galaxy Z Flip6 foldable smartphone. Unlike its older brother, this model has received much more hardware updates, although it has also been subject to a price increase.
Samsung unveils Galaxy Watch Ultra for $650 and Apple-like strap attachment
Samsung has introduced a new model in its smartwatch lineup — the Galaxy Watch Ultra for $649. It has a round display, but in a form factor that Samsung calls «cushion».
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: minor hardware updates, artificial intelligence, and $100 higher price (from 80 thousand UAH)
Samsung has introduced its new foldable smartphone Galaxy Z Fold 6. The 2024 model has received minor updates. It is a little stronger, a little lighter, and has a few minor upgrades. However, the new product is more expensive than its predecessors.
Samsung unveils Galaxy Buds 3 and 3 Pro headphones, similar to AirPods and Cybertruck, starting at $180
Samsung has introduced new headphones Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and Galaxy Buds 3. The company has moved away from the exclusive design of previous generations and made them somewhat similar to Apple AirPods, especially in white.
Which generator to choose in 2024: TOP 6 popular models
While power engineers are working to restore the system, the streets of Ukrainian cities are filled with the noisy sounds of generators. Even a small convenience store needs to ensure its energy independence to continue operating. We have prepared a guide with a selection of popular models, talked about their advantages and disadvantages, and…
Govee Smart Gaming Light Bars RGB review: atmospheric lighting for gamers
We have already written about the wireless table lamp Govee H6057 RGBIC Night Light. And now let’s talk about Govee Smart Gaming Light Bars RGB (H6047) — a set of lights to create an atmosphere on your desktop, near the TV, etc. This device consumes very little power, which is important nowadays, but it shines […]
No one needs artificial intelligence — Copilot+ PC is bought for another reason
Microsoft and Qualcomm together with partners recently released Copilot+ PC laptops with AI features that are supposed to be a game changer. However, Bloomberg reports that most owners bought these laptops because of long battery lifeand not through AI.
Microsoft advertising for Amazon Fire TV: «You don't need an Xbox to play Xbox games»
Microsoft is launching Xbox Gaming on Amazon Fire TV and has released an ad demonstrating that you don’t need an Xbox console to play Xbox games.
Xiaomi's new «smart» factory will operate 24/7 without people and produce 60 smartphones per minute
Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has announced that a new generation factory designed to produce smartphones will soon start operating. It is located in Changping, Beijing.
Apple iPad Air 11 2024 review: Android on its knees again
The Apple iPad Air 11 2024 is like a superhero among ordinary people. The novelty, although inferior to the flagship Apple iPad Pro 11 2024 (recently reviewed), but still offers unattainable performance for any Android competitors, as well as the best software. We tested the new product in popular benchmarks and real AAA console games. […]
«Wrap two»: Huawei creates a 10-inch phone that folds three times
For some time now, rumors have been circulating that Huawei is working on a phone that has three parts and folds in two places — in fact, three times. Now, insiders at Digital Chat Station and Ice Universe have shared fresh details about the device.
Only iPhone: Microsoft will ban Chinese employees from using Android smartphones for work
Microsoft has informed its employees in China that starting in September they will be able to use only iPhones for work. This way, the company blocks the use of Android devices in the workflow.
Apple Watch SE will become even cheaper — with a new version made of plastic instead of aluminum
The Apple Watch Series 10 will have a larger display and a new chip, but new health monitoring features are now in question. And the Apple Watch SE version has a chance to become cheaper thanks to a new plastic case. This was reported by Mark Gurman of Bloomberg.
Not only for the Internet: a new Wi-Fi system will help catch a burglar who has broken into a house
The Dutch startup Gamgee has launched a crowdfunding campaign for a home security system that detects physical intrusions by intruders using existing Wi-Fi. The company claims that the system Gamgee Wi-Fi Home Alarm with the help of artificial intelligence, «body prints» trusted people and pets, and a home mapping program, provides thorough…
Samsung unveils its first 61.44TB SSD — 122.88TB drives are now possible
Samsung released its first 61.44 TB SSD. The high-capacity SSD is designed for enterprise use, not for ordinary consumers. Samsung says that its new controller can produce SSDs of 122.88 TB. Previously, the company’s models were limited to 32 TB.
The counterfeit ASUS NVIDIA RTX 4090 video card had a chip from the 3080 Ti with a changed labeling
Chip fraud is widespread in the computer component market. The Northwestrepair repair service showed an ASUS NVIDIA RTX 4090 TUF video card with a GPU from a less powerful model of the previous generation.
iPhone 17 Slim: everything you need to know about Apple's thinnest and most expensive smartphone
It is expected that in 2025, Apple will discontinue the iPhone Plus version of the iPhone 17 lineup. Instead, the company will offer a new version of the iPhone Slim, although this is not the final name. And although the release of this model is still more than a year away, some of the characteristics of the iPhone 17 Slim are already known thanks…
Demand for power banks in Ukraine has tripled: Xiaomi and Xipin are the most popular, with prices starting at ₴500
«Foxtrot», «Epicenter», Rozetka and Comfy report record sales of power equipment — power banks, generators, charging stations and solar panels.
Solar EV Charger is a portable solar charger for an electric vehicle that provides up to 50 km of range per day
GoSun has prepared for release a portable solar panel-based charger called Solar EV Charger. As the name suggests, the new product is designed to charge electric vehicle batteries.
Google Pixel 9 and 9 Pro are likely to get an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor - like Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Ever since the Pixel 6 series switched to an in-display fingerprint sensor, users have complained that unlocking performance has deteriorated compared to the Pixel Imprint sensor. Over the years, performance has improved, but the Pixel 9 series is rumored to be even better thanks to an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
realme 12 and realme 12 Plus review: bright mid-rangers with nuances
A few months ago, we reviewed the phones realme 12 Pro and realme 12 Pro Plus. Now the company has released the realme 12 and realme 12 Plus. The new products have a similar bright design with large cameras, but now have flat edges without waterfall screens. Despite the different category, the devices stand out […]
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 specifications were leaked on the eve of the announcement and compared with their predecessors
The Samsung Unpacked presentation is a little less than a week away – it will take place on July 10. The official announcement of new foldable smartphones Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 is expected at this event. However, the insider Evan Blass did not wait for the event and released almost all the technical specifications and marketing…
TOP 7 popular charging stations in 2024
If you want to be prepared for power outages and are considering buying a charging station instead of a power bank, be patient. There are many models on the market from different manufacturers, and it can be time-consuming to find information about each one. To make your choice easier, we’ve prepared an updated charging station […]
«We won the war on floppy disks»: Japan repealed 1034 rules requiring the use of floppy disks
Japan — is not only about state-of-the-art high-speed trains and self-cleaning toilets. The flip side of progress was that the country’s regulations required government agencies to use flexible magnetic disks known as floppy disks. It looks like Japan’s Digital Agency has finally put an end to this anachronism.
ITER, the world's largest thermonuclear reactor worth $28 billion, will start operating in 15 years
The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) is complete, but will not operate for another 15 years, scientists have reported. The world’s largest fusion reactor, which was assembled in France, was originally to start working in 2020but now the launch has been postponed to 2039.
Laptop Acemagic X1 with a second screen that opens sideways by 360° — the manufacturer announced the characteristics
Acemagic has revealed the specifications of its dual-screen laptop, which was previewed at Computex 2023. «The world’s first 360° dual-screen laptop» Acemagic X1 (not the Z1A, as it was called at the exhibition) has a second screen on a hinge that opens to the left of the main display at the maximum possible angle.
Acer Nitro 16/17 and Nitro V 16 gaming laptops with AMD Ryzen 8040 processors and AI go on sale in Ukraine for prices starting from UAH 40 thousand
Acer has announced the launch of new gaming laptops Acer Nitro 16/17 and Nitro V 16 in Ukraine. These new products are equipped with AMD Ryzen 8040 series processors up to Ryzen 9 8945HS. The configurations also include NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series graphics cards. The Nitro 16 has a 16-inch screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio and WQXGA or WUXGA…
Checking the capabilities of Samsung DeX in 2024, or why PCs are no longer needed
Seven years ago, Samsung DeX technology was released, but many people still haven’t heard of it. That’s why we decided to look into its relevance, as it promises to replace a full-fledged computer with just a smartphone or tablet, a docking station, and a monitor. What is Samsung DeX? Samsung has developed a special mode […]
Spotify «hacked» Pixel smartphones — playing a track causes the interface to crash cyclically
Another problem, less severe than smartphone failurehas befallen Google Pixel owners. On some Pixel smartphones, using Spotify leads to a system crash, which is «cured by» rebooting.
PC of the Month — special issue on laptops (July 2024)
The realities of life force us to reconsider our plans to buy a new computer, so in this issue of «PC of the Month» we’ll be looking at laptops rather than classic PCs. We will take into account not only gaming machines, but also the optimal models of work or everything at once. Ideal for […]
Vaio Vision+ 14 is the world's lightest portable 14-inch monitor at $340
Vaio has announced the world’s lightest portable monitor. The new Vaio Vision+ 14 weighs only 325 g and is 3.9 mm thick (at the thinnest point). At the same time, the manufacturer claims a sturdy design and decent performance.
Top-of-the-line Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 monitor was on sale for £199 (£1400 off) — ticktaker says he managed to buy it
This weekend, Samsung, probably by accident, priced its Odyssey OLED G9 ultra-wide 49-inch gaming monitor at just £199 in the UK. This was due to a £1400 discount that was listed on Samsung’s official website.
Cable Matters unveils first Thunderbolt 5 cable for $23 — works as USB4 or TB 4 until devices are available
Almost a year after official debut Thunderbolt 5 the world’s first new standard cable is finally materializing. Cable Matters has introduced the Thunderbolt 5 cable, which offers full 120Gbps video bandwidth in 0.3m, 0.5m, and 1m lengths for $23, $27, and $33 respectively.
Sony ULT WEAR - full-size wireless headphones with noise cancellation and up to 50 hours of battery life are sold in Ukraine for UAH 8 thousand
Sony has announced the launch of its new ULT WEAR full-size wireless headphones with noise-canceling in Ukraine. The model weighs 255 g, has a soft headband and ear cushions that completely cover the ears.
OPPO Reno12 with Dimensity 7300-Energy and generative AI goes on sale at UAH 20 thousand. Also, the company gives ORPO Air4 Pro headphones as a gift
In addition to your smartphone OPPO Reno12 Pro OPPO Reno12, a more affordable model from this series, has also started selling in Ukraine. Just like the older version, it also offers generative artificial intelligence features, but at a 20% lower price. And with a bonus that will be valid for the first two weeks of sales.The OPPO Reno12 smartphone…
Some Pixel 6 smartphones turn into bricks when reset to factory settings
Some owners of Pixel 6 smartphones have begun to experience a problem. It is reported that after restoring the factory settings, the devices become unusable. This applies to the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and 6A models.
Realme 13 Pro: first teaser, AI-powered camera, and more
Realme has published the first teaser of the Realme 13 Pro series of smartphones. It will replace the Realme 12 Pro line, which debuted in many markets only earlier this year. The 13 Pro series is expected to include at least two models, such as the Realme 13 Pro and 13 Pro+.
Apple will release AirPods with infrared cameras by 2026 - Ming-Chi Kuo
According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple plans to start mass production of new «AirPods with» camera modules by 2026. Earlier, Bloomberg reported about such plans. But then it was only one of the ideas of the form factor of wearable devices.
China has created a «super SIM card» for the Internet of Things - with a RISC-V core, 10 times more memory and NFC support
China Mobile has announced its upcoming «super SIM card» CC2560A. This is the world’s first SIM card with a RISC-V core. In fact, the CC2560A — is a product for the Internet of Things that improves all aspects of a traditional SIM card. It has more memory, better security algorithms, and new features such as NFC support.
Researchers have created a Kirigami mechanical computer ─ it works without electricity
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a computer that uses the art of kirigami, origami art combined with cutting, to create and control 3D shapes. It is therefore a fully mechanical computer that does not require electricity to operate.
15% of Ukrainians do not turn on air conditioners at all to support the energy system, but 15% have not reduced energy consumption — survey
As a result of shelling by the Russian occupiers, Ukraine’s power system has suffered significant damage and loss of generating capacity. The electricity currently being produced is not enough for all consumers. Therefore, to balance the power system, we have to resort to scheduled and emergency power outages.
KIVI 55U760QW TV review: large, loud and affordable 4K TV
The KIVI 55U760QW isn’t exactly a flagship TV, but when it comes to the ratio of features to price, it’s a favorite among its many competitors. For the money, it offers a good balance of features and software, and it also stands out with its unique color. Technical specifications of KIVI 55U760QW Technical characteristics Diagonal…
The upcoming Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch 7, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and Galaxy Buds 3 have been leaked in official renders
There are less than two weeks left until the next Samsung Unpacked presentation. And on the eve of this event, well-known insider Evan Blass shared official marketing images of the upcoming Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch 7, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and Galaxy Buds 3.
OPPO A60 with Snapdragon 680 chip and 50-megapixel camera is priced from 8 thousand UAH
OPPO AED Ukraine has presented a new budget smartphone OPPO A60 in Ukraine. Despite its affordability, the new product has a certificate of compliance with the American military shock resistance standard.
Apple expands support for Self Service Repair diagnostics to Europe
Apple has announced that it is now offering diagnostic tools for Self Service Repair for iPhone, Mac, and Studio Display in Europe.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 review: a compromise Android tablet of premium class
This is exactly the case when it is impossible to unequivocally perceive a device only because of its pricing, because Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 is either an incredibly profitable or a failed product for the money. The cost difference between the official and «gray» tablet is very large, but it is not without its drawbacks, […]
The characteristics of 9 Intel Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake) processors are known — chips will appear in September, there will be more models
The leak of the 9 processor lineup of Intel Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake), which includes the flagship Core Ultra 9 288V processors, was shared by the website VideoCardz. In the coming weeks, more information about Intel’s new processors is promised.
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