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Ugreen Nexode 300W GaN 5-Ports Desktop Charging Station. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETWhat's the deal?The Ugreen Nexode 300W GaN 5-Ports Desktop Charging Station is a beast and, right now, Amazon is offering it for $70 off the list price during its Big Spring Sale event.Why this deal is ZDNET-recommendedChargers come in all sorts of sizes -- from tiny ones for your smartphone to big ones for your laptop, to bigger desktop units that are designed to charge multiple devices.The problem with the "one charger to rule them…

Anker USB-C chargers are up to 43 percent off on Amazon, with prices ranging from $16 to $68. There are a bunch of chargers available, from entry-level devices to the company’s premium models.Perhaps the most notable discount is for the Nano 2. This is one of the company’s mid-range chargers and costs $32 as part of this sale, which is a whopping 43 percent off. This 65W charger boasts three ports, with power distributed efficiently between each connected device. It’s tiny, roughly the size of a charging case for earbuds,…

The iPhone is a pretty great way to play games, especially if you own one of the iPhone 15 Pro models with its A17 Pro chip. But the truth is that you're probably going to want an iPhone game controller to get the best experience, and there is no shortage of options in that regard. Unfortunately, most of the best options have prices to match their capabilities but there's one new entry that might just prove you don't have to spend a lot to get a great controller.That entry is the new GameSir X2s, a game controller that's…

Even if you own one of Apple's best portable Macs you're probably dealing with the same issue — they just don't seem to have enough ports. Sure, they've gotten better in recent years but they don't have HDMI or some of the other ports that people find that they need whether they are at their desk or on the move. For those people, a great USB-C hub is essential. And Satechi has announced a new one that everyone should definitely check out.Despite the rather unwieldy name (USB-C Multiport Adapter 8K with Ethernet V3) this…

Thunderbolt is a type of hardware interface technology that is used to connect various devices to a PC. You’ve likely already seen Thunderbolt in the form of its distinctive ports and cables — the latest generations use the USB-C connector. That’s the quick definition. But if you’re here, you’re probably looking for a more comprehensive explanation of what Thunderbolt is, and why it differs from USB-C. In this guide, that’s exactly what you’ll get: We’ll go over some of its current iterations and how they compare,…

If you’re in the market for a new USB-C wall charger, then you’ll want to look no further than the Anker 735. This is a three-port USB-C charger with two USB-C ports and a USB-A port for only $39.99 (regularly $55.99). With many smartphones coming without a wall charger these days, this is a great purchase. Anker is well-known for its chargers, and this is another great one. I actually have one myself and use it when I travel. Mostly because it is pretty tiny, it has a foldable plug and can charge multiple phones at the…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETWhat's the deal?Right now, you can get the Anker Nano 22.5W Power Bankwith its built-in USB-C connector, is a fantastic pickup at $30. And It's currently on sale for 37% off, the lowest price drop we have seen yet. The power bank's small form factor, USB-C connector, and 5,000mAh capacity make it a solid travel charger for all your on-the-go needs.However, if you own a non-USB-C iPhone (anything before the iPhone 15), the charging port won't be compatible unless you use an adapter.Not too long…

Ugreen Nexode Pro 65W 3-port fast charger Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETZDNET's key takeawaysUgreen Nexode Pro 65W 3-port fast charger is available from Amazon for $56, which exemplifies efficiency and portability. Note that I've tested the UK version of this charger; however, aside from the plug design, its specifications mirror those of the US version. The US version features a foldaway plug, which means that it is more compact than the UK version and thus more conducive to travel. View at Amazon Ugreen , which…

It’s been a while since we’ve had a new iPhone SE, now two years down the line — but it looks like we’ve now got a better idea of what the next one is going to look like thanks to some slick renders.Corroborating rumors about the kind of external features the iPhone SE 4 is going to have, 91mobiles has managed to get hold of some renders that show off the features of the new budget iPhone.New iPhone for all(Image credit: 91mobiles)The current iPhone SE still looks a lot like an iPhone 8. It’s got a small 4.7-inch screen,…

JLab isn’t known for its expensive, top-of-the-line AirPods rivals. The company's stomping ground has usually been bang-for-your-buck, inexpensive buds that sound great for the price but pale in comparison to the more expensive competition. But with the JLab Epic Lab Edition earbuds, the firm looks to make a pair of true wireless ear buds that not only undercut Apple’s AirPods Pro 2, but beat them in features and sound. Can JLab's not insignificant chops in making excellent and inexpensive buds translate into brilliant,…