The first implementable specification for the emerging millimeter wave fifth-generation wireless technology (5G) has now been finalized, paving the way for accelerated deployment.
The first implementable 5G wireless specification has been finalized
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KGI: upgraded AirPods with a “smaller quartz component” arriving in the second half of 2018
Revered Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities has predicted that Apple may begin shipping its second-generation AirPods sometime in the second half of next year.
Samsung’s smart speaker could undercut HomePod with a price point around $200
Samsung's smart home speaker is in the works and should release during the first half of 2018.
GymKit launches in New York City ahead of a wider rollout in 2018
Following its debut in Australia in November and subsequent expansion in the United Kingdom last week, Apple's all-new GymKit platform for wireless workout data sharing between Apple Watch and compatible cardio machines has now officially arrived to New York City.
Google’s $399 Home Max speaker goes on sale
Unveiled in October, Google announced Monday that its Home Max wireless speaker with built-in Assistant is now available in the US from electronics retailer Best Buy, carrier Verizon., retailer Walmart and Google's own webstore.
KGI: AirPods shipments to double in 2018
As demand for AirPods continues to be stronger than expected, respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities has now revised his sales estimate for the next year saying the popular wireless earphones will ship double the units.
Funxim: a wireless charging mat for your iPhone and Apple Watch
When Apple debuted the new 2017 iPhone models with support for wireless charging, they previewed an upcoming product called AirPower. AirPower is a charging mat that will let you charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods wirelessly at the same time.
The rumored price on such a lust-worthy device? Possibly close to $200. Funxim, a new kickstarter project, looks to get you two thirds of the way there for only $29.
Early HomePod prototypes were 3 feet high, had a mesh screen on the front
A side-project by Mac audio engineers, Apple's delayed HomePod speaker was originally 3 feet high and had a mesh screen on the front, as per Bloomberg's Mark Gurman on Tuesday.
Foxconn will join Inventec as a HomePod manufacturer
HomePod's unexpected delay is expected to help contract manufacturer Foxconn, which is now said to be joining the supply chain in order to help assemble Apple’s Siri-powered smart speaker for 2018.
Juicing up your iPhone 8 & iPhone X using Samsung’s 10W Qi wireless charger
Samsung's Qi charger is an affordable way to wirelessly charge your new iPhone X or iPhone 8.
Smart speakers with pico projectors and 3D sensing features due in 2018
Smart speakers coming in 2018 will have more functions, including 3D lenses for increased distances sensing accuracy and features like integrated pico projectors.
The best wireless charging pads for iPhone under $30
Recently picked up one of Apple's new smartphones? Well if it's an iPhone 8, 8 Plus or iPhone X, you should consider picking up a wireless charging pad. This accessory allows you to charge your device by simply setting it down—no need to manually plug in any cables.
While this tech is new to Apple' handsets, wireless charging has been around for quite some time, so there are already a ton of products out there that support it. Below we've rounded up some of the best wireless charging pads for iPhone with a price tag under $30.