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Kensington SD4880P USB-C Quad Video driverless docking station review

The Kensington SD4880P USB-C docking station emerges as our standout choice for 2024 among driverless docking solutions, significantly advancing beyond traditional counterparts. While most docking stations reviewed exhibit typical features such as 1Gbe ports, dual HDMI/DisplayPort outputs, and occasional USB-A/USB-C PD ports, this device sets a new benchmark. It distinguishes itself with 2.5Gbe ports, Quad-Video capabilities, extensive USB-A and USB-C connectivity, along with notable additions like an SD card reader and a secure laptop tethering feature. In terms of both price and functionality, this dock unquestionably leads the pack, making it an unparalleled selection for those seeking a sophisticated and […]

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024, more AI and more devices

At the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024 event, Samsung announced a variety of new AI features and devices coming to its 2024 mobile line up. The company, broadcasting live on YouTube, debuted new devices like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, the Samsung Galaxy ZFlip6, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra. Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra will be available for pre-order in select markets starting July 10, with general availability starting July 24. Samsung Galaxy Ring The Samsung Galaxy Ring uses the company’s sensor technology in it’s smallest form. The device is lightweight (weighing in at […]

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TikTok ban bill passed by U.S. House of Representatives, what’s next

The popular social media platform, TikTok, is facing new hurdles in the United States as the US House of Representatives has voted in favour of banning the platform. Supported by those that believe the platform to be a national security risk, 352 members of the US house voted in favour of the legislation and it now moves to the US Senate. Two years after a scathing report released by BuzzFeed, uncovered confidential information was potentially accessed by the Chinese government on multiple occasions the US government seems to be putting its foot down. The parent company of TikTok (ByteDance), will […]

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Telus Stream+ adds Amazon Prime and Disney+ to bundle

Telus, one of Canada’s largest Telecom providers, has updated its Stream+ plans to include Amazon Prime and Disney+. The telecom company offers its subscribers a variety of streaming bundles that combine various streaming services under one bundle to save customers money. Until now, Their current offerings have included Apple TV+, Discovery+ and Netflix, along with their Telus Video offering. What is Stream Plus from TELUS? At its core, Stream+ is just a way for the carriers to bundle services that many customers pay for already. The add-on to Telus Customer accounts, essentially covers the billing portion of the service and […]

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Google starts bricking first-generation Chromecast

In a somewhat unsurprising move, Google has made its final move in bricking its first-generation Chromecast device. As first reported by PCMag, Google announced on its Chromecast support page that it was ending software and security updates for these devices. Google no longer provides technical assistance for these devices and has long ended the sale of the devices. First launched on July 24th, 2013 at $35 USD, the first-generation device has weathered the test of time well. The device, which Google Engineer Majd Bakar first conceived in 20081 , was inspired by his wife (Carla) and his desire to make […]

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