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gadgets7 days ago•15 min saved

Sony Unleashes Massive ULT Tower Speakers for 360-Degree Party Sound

Sony's ULT Power Sound lineup adds three oversized party speakers—the ULT Tower 5, 7, and Max—ranging from 29 to 121 pounds; Tower 5 offers about 20 hours of battery life, Tower 7 about 25 hours, while Tower Max must be plugged in. The bigger models deliver 360-degree sound, multiple modes (bass boost, power, flat, live), and versatile inputs (Bluetooth, XLR, RCA, USB-C) plus built-in lighting. Prices start at $449 for Tower 5, $649 for Tower 7, and $1,499 for Tower Max, with availability this month.

via Gizmodo|

#audio #gadgets #party

technology13 days ago•12 min saved

ASUS Unveils Ultra-Light ROG Gladius IV Ace Wireless Mouse at Gamescom 2026

ASUS revealed the ROG Gladius IV Ace, a 56-gram wireless gaming mouse at Gamescom 2026, featuring an adjustable-weight system (3/5/7 g for eight configurations), the ROG AimPoint Pro 65K sensor with up to 65,000 DPI and 11 lift-off distances, ROG 100M optical switches and large PTFE feet, and 8,000 Hz polling via the SpeedNova 8K Gen II receiver. It offers 2.4 GHz RF, Bluetooth 6.0, and USB-C wired connectivity, plus Zone Mode for competition profiles and browser-based Gear Link software. Availability is in Q3 2026 in four colors with a carrying case; pricing has not been announced yet.

via TechPowerUp|

#asus #gaming-mouse #gladius-iv-ace

health29 days ago•40 min saved

Seed-sized wireless nerve device could reshape chronic-pain treatment

Researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi developed a seed-sized device that can be injected through a needle and powered wirelessly to stimulate nearby nerves, potentially providing a safer, less invasive treatment for chronic pain and neurological conditions without surgery or batteries. In lab and animal tests it produced precise nerve activation and muscle movements, but long-term stability, placement accuracy, and external power systems need further improvement before clinical use; the study was published in Science Advances.

via The Brighter Side of News|

#chronic-pain #health #implantable-device

technology1 month ago•1 min saved

Widespread outages hit major U.S. wireless networks

Thousands of customers across AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile reported nationwide service outages around 3 p.m. EST, with earlier interruptions noted for AT&T and T-Mobile. T-Mobile said their own network was fine but issues on another provider may affect customers, while Verizon reported engineers were fixing voice service. Other providers including Boost Mobile, Straight Talk and Xfinity also reported outages.

via WWBT|

#att #outages #t-mobile

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

Android Auto Secret Menu Lets You Tinker with Wireless Playback and Sideloaded Apps

Android Auto hides a developer menu that can be accessed quickly, giving options like a wireless toggle and an Unknown Sources switch to allow non‑Play Store apps on the car display, plus features to force video resolution. While useful for power users to gain more control, some options (e.g., saving video/audio or microphone input) can strain the phone and aren’t meant for everyday use; for many drivers, enabling wireless and Unknown Sources offers practical benefits without official endorsement.

via Engadget|

#android-auto #developer-settings #infotainment

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

T-Mobile's Free iPhone 17 Weekend: Trade-In Perks and the Fine Print

T-Mobile is offering a free iPhone 17 for customers who trade in an eligible device on the Experience More or Experience Beyond plan, with the iPhone 17 Pro free when you switch carriers and bring your number to the Experience Beyond plan (no trade-in required). The discount is applied via 24 monthly bill credits offsetting the financing charge; you’ll pay upfront taxes and a $35 activation fee. If you cancel, switch, or upgrade before the 24 months end, the remaining balance becomes due. The deal can change or end at any time.

via Mashable|

#deals #iphone-17 #technology

business2 months ago•13 min saved

SpaceX Eyes a Wireless Future: A Starlink-Powered Mobile Network

SpaceX is pursuing a retail wireless service and a potential standalone U.S. mobile network, backed by Starlink infrastructure and a mid‑band spectrum acquisition. Talks with Charter hint at a partnership to achieve ground density while SpaceX builds out towers and small cells over years. If realized, SpaceX could own pricing and the customer relationship, using satellites for reach and Charter for dense coverage, effectively turning into a full wireless carrier and distribution platform—though execution challenges and capital needs remain substantial.

via Trefis|

#business #charter #spacex

business2 months ago•8 min saved

Verizon Unveils $30 Simplicity Plan, Loyalty Perks and Fee-Free Upgrades

Verizon launched a promo $30 per-line Simplicity Plan (auto-pay required) that will rise to $45 later, including unlimited 5G Ultra Wideband, 10GB hotspot, unlimited talk/text, roaming in Canada/Mexico, satellite texting, Call Filter and Family features, with BYO-phone or financing options for 12–48 months. It also introduces two add-ons—Simplicity Plus ($35/month) and Simplicity Pro ($50/month)—for device upgrades and extras, plus a loyalty program with Verizon Dollars (3% cashback) and the Verizon Shine perks, and ends upgrade/activation fees for those who opt in via MyVerizon. MyVerizon plans remain available, and customers can still choose the older myPlan options.

via Droid Life|

#5g-ultra-wideband #business #loyalty-program

technology3 months ago•2 min saved

US Carriers Team Up for Rural Wireless Expansion Using Shared Spectrum and Satellites

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon announced an agreement in principle to form a joint venture that would pool ground-based spectrum and invest in satellite-based, direct-to-device connectivity to close wireless dead zones, aiming to create a unified standard with satellite operators; the plan is still under negotiation and subject to closing conditions, but could improve coverage in rural and hard-to-reach areas.

via The Verge|

#coverage #joint-venture #rural

technology4 months ago•6 min saved

T-Mobile Extends Deals to UScellular’s 4 Million Subscribers

After acquiring UScellular in 2025, T-Mobile has integrated the networks of about 4 million customers and launched exclusive promos for them: the $35 device connection charge is waived and savings are delivered as 24 months of bill credits. Offers include up to $830 off select phones with a trade‑in of non‑T‑Mobile compatible UScellular devices (code R649), up to $500 off tablets (code R650), and up to $264 off hotspot devices (code R651). Promotions are redeemable once per account and require a $50/month AutoPay voice plan; UScellular customers will gradually migrate to T-Mobile plans later this year, with grandfathered pricing for now.

via PhoneArena|

#promotions #technology #telecom-merger

business4 months ago•4 min saved

Verizon's Quiet Turnaround: What Dan Schulman Has Up His Sleeve

Verizon, under new CEO Dan Schulman, is pursuing a major turnaround but remains mum on the specifics of a new value proposition. Analysts expect a strategy that leverages wireless and wired assets, possible third-party services, and strategic partnerships (e.g., FIFA World Cup sponsorship), along with pricing changes and a renewed focus on network performance and contractor relations. Details are anticipated at the Q1 2026 earnings call on April 27.

via Fierce Network|

#business #contracts #dan-schulman

technology5 months ago•61 min saved

AirPods Max 2: premium build meets incremental sonic gains in a crowded field

What Hi-Fi? says the AirPods Max 2 are luxuriously built with a smooth, balanced sound and a host of H2-powered features (Conversation Awareness, Adaptive Audio, Adaptive EQ, personalized volume, Siri gestures, live translation) and seamless iOS pairing, but the 20-hour battery life lags behind rivals like Sony XM6 and Sennheiser HDB 630. The design remains heavy and non-folding with a polarising case, and while wired playback improves depth, the sonic gains over the original are incremental. Against cheaper or lighter rivals offering crisper detail or punchier dynamics, the Max 2 feel like a refined luxury option best suited to Apple-ecosystem users rather than a dramatic leap forward.

via What Hi-Fi?|

#airpods-max-2 #anc #apple

technology5 months ago•5 min saved

AirPods Max 2 raise the bar with H2-powered ANC and richer sound

Apple's AirPods Max 2 use an H2 chip to boost active noise cancellation (up to 1.5x), add Adaptive Audio with features like Conversation Awareness and Voice Isolation, improve Transparency, and deliver higher‑fidelity sound with lower latency and Bluetooth 5.3; wired USB‑C supports 24‑bit/48kHz lossless audio. Priced at $549 with pre-orders starting March 25 and an early April launch; the design remains unchanged.

via MacRumors|

#airpods-max-2 #apple #audio

technology6 months ago•6 min saved

Taara Beam Delivers 25Gbps Internet Via Near-Infrared Light

Alphabet spinoff Taara unveils the Taara Beam, a 17‑pound device that beams up to 25Gbps of fiber‑like internet over the air using near‑infrared light for distances up to 10 km, aimed at ISPs and carriers. It’s smaller and easier to deploy than the older Lightbridge, supports rooftop or tower mounting, and is deployed in 20+ countries with partners like T‑Mobile and Airtel; a wider showcase is planned at MWC amid weather‑related reliability concerns, with pricing varying by geography and models including hardware and connectivity‑as‑a‑service.

via PCMag|

#internet #startups #technology

technology7 months ago•5 min saved

Verizon outage hits voice and data across the Eastern U.S.

Verizon faced a network outage that blocked voice calls and wireless data for many customers, primarily in the eastern United States, while text messages largely worked. DownDetector spikes and posts from Verizon indicated engineers were investigating the issue, with some reports of partial restoration later in the day. T-Mobile and AT&T reported no issues. The outage is a developing story with ongoing monitoring and updates.

via Engadget|

#downdetector #eastern-united-states #outage