Heybike Hauler review: A hefty yet comfortable e-bike

The Heybike Hauler is a premium e-bike that offers a comfortable ride and ample cargo options, if you can stomach the price tag. If you live in a busy metropolitan area, chances are good you've seen your share of people tooling around on e-bikes. They seem to be everywhere. e-bikes are now a part of…

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Understanding secure contactless transactions in iOS 18

With the release of iOS 18.1, Apple will finally open its secure contactless payments system to third-party developers. Here's how Apple's implementation functions. This system combines the on-device Secure Enclave, Secure Element, and NFC hardware to allow secure payments using NFC-based contact terminal devices which are used both for payment and verification. Apple calls this…

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Stellar Data Recovery for Mac review

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsQuick, clean interfaceGood data recovery tools and modulesImpressive net-based data recovery moduleConsRepeated crashes for the Clean Up Junk Files moduleStrange macOS Recent Items and serial number activation bugsKeeps an upgrade to a higher-level account, even after a full account has been purchasedOur VerdictDespite the need for a bug hunt, Stellar Data…

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Ugreen Nexode Pro 100W 3-Port GaN Fast Charger review: Small yet powerful USB-C charger

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsCompact dimensionsHigh charging speedGreat price-performance ratioConsFixed power allocation to the connectionsSignificant heating at full power with two devicesSensitive housingOur VerdictThe Nexode Pro 100W 3-Port GaN Fast Charger has an attractive shape, compact dimensions, sufficient power, and a good price. Price When Reviewed$74.99 Best Prices Today: Ugreen Nexode Pro 100W $63.74 Thanks…

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A cheaper Magic Keyboard for non-Pro iPads is on the way

As Apple’s legions of fans look ahead to the launch of the iPhone 16 next Monday, one leaker has slipped out a surprising prediction about a different (and potentially very popular) product: the iPad Magic Keyboard. Apple sells a range of Magic Keyboards for the iPad Air and Pro, and while these are highly rated…

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Get ready for the iPhone 16 with Apple’s best USB-C charger for 32% off

The iPhone 16 is coming next week and if there’s one thing we know for sure, it’ll have a USB-C port. After the iPhone 15 finally dumped Lightning, all of Apple’s devices can charge with the same cable. But since Apple hasn’t supplied a charger in the box since the iPhone 12, you’ll need to…

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Tim Cook hangs out with George Clooney as ‘Wolfs’ gets standing ovation

Brad Pitt and George Clooney in 'Wolfs' Tim Cook was in Italy for the Venice Film Festival where Apple TV+ movie "Wolfs" got its world premiere, while George Clooney called it a "bummer" that Apple was limiting its theatrical release. "Wolfs" premiered out of competition at the festival, ahead of a shortened theatrical run from…

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Game engine Godot’s iPad port could start testing in September

Developers could soon have a new option for making games on an iPad, with a port of the game engine Godot getting close to an initial test release. Apple's Swift Playgrounds is an entryway to game and app development on iPad, which can also allow users to publish them to the App Store. However, while…

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New accessories, hands on with a Qi2 charger, & Apple’s embrace of Matter

On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we cover several new products that have launched, go hands on with a new charger, and talk about Apple's perhaps self-destructive embrace of Matter. This week IFA kicks off in Berlin so ahead of the show, we saw several products hitting the market. Many smart home related.…

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