Using a computer these days sometimes feels like a job in itself. There are so many external devices we need to connect but too few ports to plug them into. And theres the juggling of different apps, workflows, and processes that make even our keyboards feel inadequate to handle. Our computers might be getting more powerful, but they are also getting more complex as well.Enter the Memdock Gen 2, a revolutionary dock that will help you regain control and level up your productivity. With a 7-in-1 hub, the Memdock G2 delivers all the ports you need to access data, charge your devices, and extend your workspace with an external monitor to get your job done. And with a customizable 7-key keyboard and a dial, you have the power and the flexibility to create your own workflows and shortcuts to maximize your time and spend it on the more important things in life outside of work.Designer: MemdockClick Here to Buy Now: $109 $225 ($116 off). Hurry, only 112/500 left! Raised over $57,000.Right off the bat, you know that the Memdock G2 isnt your average hub or dock. Instead of a plain old box with ports around it, this innovative device sports not one, not even two, but seven keys and a dial on top. This is the Memdock G2s special sauce, delivering a powerful experience that you can customize to fit your needs and your working style.The dial offers a satisfying and tactile way of smoothly controlling the volume, something that music and movie lovers will definitely appreciate. The key right below it controls HDMI output, allowing you to plug in a second monitor to double your viewing space and double your productivity. All seven keys feature Cherry MX Red Switches, a favorite among gamers and typists for their smooth, responsive keystrokes.As for the six other keys, what they do is truly up to you. You have eight custom actions to choose from, ranging from assigning a custom key, controlling media playback, or creating macros to automate your workflow. The docks plug-and-play feature makes it a joy to use. Simply plug the Memdock G2 into a Windows computer and watch the settings interface pop up, giving you full access to the keyboards functions. Mac users might have to wait a bit for key customization to land.Of course, the Memdock G2 isnt just a macro keyboard device. The 7-in-1 hub functionality helps upgrade your desktop or laptop from a computer to a battle station. A USB-C 3.1 port and two USB 3.0 ports allow you to add any external data source or peripheral to your setup, while the new SD and TF card readers make short work of photos and videos from cameras and gaming handhelds. Speaking of handhelds, the HDMI ports support for 4K 60Hz output will be a treat for gamers, including Nintendo Switch owners. And when you need to charge your phone or tablet, the 100W PD fast-charging port delivers enough juice to free you from battery anxiety.With its compact design, the Memdock G2 Hub can accompany you whenever and wherever life takes you. Its potent combination of a 7-in-1 hub and programmable keys offers professionals, content creators, gamers, and anyone in between the power and flexibility they need to be efficient and productive. Plus, it looks great as well, adding a unique aesthetic to any desk. Why settle for a boring multi-port hub or an expensive and complicated macro dock when you can get both in one with the Memdock Gen 2 True Customizable-Keys 7-in-1 Hub.Click Here to Buy Now: $109 $225 ($116 off). Hurry, only 112/500 left! Raised over $57,000.The post Work Smarter with Memdock G2: 7-in-1 Hub with Customizable Keys for Enhanced Productivity first appeared on Yanko Design.

iPerf3 is a network throughput tool used to measure the performance of the network your Mac is using. Here's how to use it in the macOS Terminal app.Use iPerf3 on macOS to test network bandwidth and throughput.iPerf (sometimes simply called "iperf") is a UNIX memory, network throughput, and bandwidth tool first developed at the NCSA of the University of Illinois. iPerf is a fully compatible rewrite of the older Test TCP (ttcp) app originally written at the US Army's Ballistic Research Lab for DARPA in around 1983.There are also modern versions for Windows and Linux. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Apple introduced iPhone 16e on Wednesday, but since it replicates much of the functionality of existing devices, the iPhone 14 lineup and iPhone SE have been discontinued in its wake.iPhone 16e replaces iPhone 14 and iPhone SE in the lineupOut with the old, in with the slightly new. iPhone 16e is a half step from iPhone 14 to iPhone 16, but its lower price and improved specs should be enough to entice many upgraders.iPhone 16e replaces the iPhone SE as the new entry option, though at a higher price. The iPhone 14 design with a 6.1 display and A18 processor is enough to make the older devices redundant, so Apple has removed them from sale. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Pacific Drive, the unorthodox driving sim/roguelite survival from Ironwood Studios, has sold one million copies since launching in February 2024. The developer revealed this in a new tweet, celebrating the first anniversary and promising its not done yet. Well see you back in the Zone very soon.Available for PS5 and PC, Pacific Drive is set in the Olympic Exclusion Zone, where mysterious experiments unfolded. The player stumbles upon it in their station wagon and finds themselves transported into the Zone, fighting or rather, driving vociferously to avoid the Anomalies. By obtaining various materials, plotting different routes and upgrading their vehicle, they aim to escape the Zone.Check out our review for Pacific Drive here we gave it an eight out of ten, praising its atmospheric visuals and intriguing gameplay. Its received three free updates since launching, bringing new cosmetics, garage decoration, and over 50 customizable gameplay settings.Players can even embark on new modes like Iron Wagon (permadeath) and Nuclear Journey (more radiation and severe environmental hazards). Theres also and Joyride, which lowers crafting requirements and damage received, for a more relaxing experience.One year, three major updates, and one million copies sold. Thank you to everyone whos played our surreal survival driving adventure! Your passion and appreciation have meant the world to us and were not done yet.Well see you back in the Zone very soon. pic.twitter.com/qdHkE1c1eD Ironwood Studios | Pacific Drive is Out Now (@ironwoodtweets) February 19, 2025

Heres everything you need to know about Teslas first pickup truck, which Elon Musk has called heart-stopping and his personal favorite of Teslas vehicles.Pickups have become more popular lately their share of the US light vehicle market increased to 17.5 percent in 2019, from just under 13 percent in 2012. Theyre also the fastest-growing auto segment in the US. That makes Teslas entry into pickups sensible, analysts say. Another pickup perk: pricing. Pickups tend to be expensive.Even with direct competition from established players (like Fords forthcoming electric F-150) and newcomers (like Rivian), there is a ton of money to be made in pickup trucks.But Tesla may distinguish itself from the rest of the market with its Blade Runner-inspired design. Musk has said that he wants to combine Porsche-level performance with utility that makes a Ford F-150 look like a Tonka truck.Today, 16 seconds agoAndrew J. HawkinsTikToker projects anti-Elon screeds on the back of Cybertrucks.After tracking down an unsuspecting Cybertruck stopped at a traffic light, the anonymous TikToker in a Jack Skeleton mask uses a projector mounted on their dash to display crude jokes about Musk on the trucks lift gate. Messages include The most recalled truck in 2024 and Musk, this truck is really like you... tons of hype, underwhelming in bed. Theres also plenty of Nazi imagery, after Musks infamous fascist salute at Trumps inauguration. Sure, it requires more technical skills than spraying Fuck Elon on a bunch of Teslas. But @cybertruck_hunters certainly wins points for ingenuity.Today, 4:00 PM UTCAndrew J. HawkinsThe Cybertruck is the latest Tesla to score a 5-star crash ratingThe Verge / Photo by Bloomberg, Getty ImagesThe Tesla Cybertruck finally has its first crash safety rating over a year after deliveries first began in November 2023. And like all other Tesla vehicles before it, the electric truck scored a 5-star rating in nearly all the individual categories.The categories include frontal and side crashes, as well as risk of rollover. To simulate a head-on collision, the Cybertruck was driven into a flat rigid barrier at 35 mph. For that, NHTSA awarded the truck a 5-star rating for drivers and a 4-star rating for passengers.Read Article >Jan 16Andrew J. HawkinsTesla says the Cybertruck is bestselling, so why is it offering discounts?Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty ImagesTesla is declaring the Cybertruck to be Americas bestselling electric pickup truck in 2024. And yet, for the first time, the company is offering discounts of up to $2,600 on the low-poly truck, a sign that demand may not be as strong as Tesla would like you to think.The discounts, which appear on the companys inventory webpage, are as high as $1,600 for brand-new Cybertrucks and up to $2,600 for slightly used demo versions of the truck. The price reduction you see will depend on how you configure your Cybertruck.Read Article >Nov 13, 2024Andrew J. HawkinsTesla Cybertruck hit with sixth recall this year, this time over a bad inverterImage: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty ImagesThe Tesla Cybertruck was recalled for the sixth time this year and the fix wont involve an easy software update.Tesla voluntarily issued a recall for approximately 2,431 Cybertrucks manufactured between November 6, 2023 and July 30, 2024. The issue is related to something called the metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors, or MOSFET, in which the inverter has the potential to stop creating torque, resulting in a loss of propulsion for the truck.Read Article >Oct 21, 2024Jay PetersTeslas Cybertruck range extender just became an even worse dealPhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The VergeTesla has delayed the release of its range extender for the Cybertruck and downgraded the amount of mileage it will add for the dual-motor version of the truck, as noticed by Electrek. The reduced range and delay are just more ways that the Cybertruck, which saw some big changes from when it was first announced, has had trouble living up to its hype.Previously, Tesla said the range extender, which will take up a good chunk of the Cybertrucks bed space, would give the dual-motor Cybertruck an estimated total of 470 miles of range.Read Article >Aug 10, 2024Wes DavisThe cheapest Cybertruck is now almost $100,000Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The VergeTesla has stopped selling the $60,990 RWD Cybertruck, the cheapest version of its angular EV truck, Jalopnik writes. At the same time, the company increased the price of the next-in-line AWD Cybertruck by $20,000. Now $99,990, it elevates the EVs price floor by a whopping $39,000.The Cyberbeast the tri-motor version of the truck with more torque and a higher top speed than the standard all-wheel drive EV is also costlier, at $119,990 (it was $99,990 before August 6th). The updated prices are especially bleak when you consider Tesla had said in 2019 that the Cybertruck would start at $39,990.Read Article >Jun 24, 2024Andrew J. HawkinsDozens of Tesla Cybertrucks vandalized by someone who really doesnt like Elon MuskScreenshot: WPLG Local 10 NewsElon Musk may have just won approval for a $56 billion pay package from his adoring supporters, but someone in Fort Lauderdale is clearly not a fan of the controversial CEO. Last week, dozens of Tesla Cybertrucks were defaced with the words Fuck Elon in black spray paint, according to InsideEVs citing local news reports.Police say that 34 stainless steel trucks were tagged with the message, which was discovered on Friday. The Cybertrucks were being stored in the public parking lot, without any fencing or security, likely being held because of a previously reported problem with the windshield wiper. Tesla is also experiencing an inventory pileup as a result of cooling demand for its electric vehicles.Read Article >Jun 17, 2024Jay PetersTesla reportedly delays Cybertruck deliveries because of windshield wiper issuesImage: Parker Ortolani / The VergeThe Tesla Cybertrucks gigantic windshield wiper isnt working for some people and for others, it may be the reason they cant pick up their car. Users on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum have reported that Tesla has been delaying Cybertruck deliveries on short notice, and wiper issues are apparently to blame.Over the weekend, one forum user said Tesla told them the delivery pause was due to the wiper motor, while another said their delivery was pushed back because of the blade. A Reddit user said they were told their delay was due to a windshield wiper arm issue. And deliveries are still being held up, with forum users reporting Monday that Tesla informed them of delays.Read Article >Jun 15, 2024Wes DavisCybertrucks might have another issue.Posts on the Cybertruck Owners Forum, Reddit, and on X say that Tesla has notified them their Cybertruck deliveries are being pushed back. Some say they were told it was a wiper blade issue, while others say they werent given a reason.The reports come just two months after the company recalled all Cybertrucks over stuck accelerator pedals. Tesla didnt immediately respond to our request for comment.Cybertruck Deliveries Suspended Temporarily -- due to windshield...[Tesla Cybertruck Forum - News, Discussions, Community - Cybertruckownersclub.com]Apr 29, 2024Umar ShakirTeslaCybertruck finally gets more off-road controlsImage: TeslaThe Tesla Cybertruck is finally getting an off-road mode via an over-the-air software update, allowing early owners of the monstrous electric truck to finally get granular 4x4-style features that were promised from the start.The news comes via a post by Teslas Cybertruck account on X, which shared an image of the Off-Road Mode screen with different settings, options for locking differentials, the ability to turn off rear steering, and more. Off-Road Mode has two main settings: Overland Mode for consistent handling and better traction on rock, gravel, snow, and sand, plus a Baja Mode that improves balance and handles more freely.Read Article >Apr 20, 2024Richard LawlerThis is Teslas riveting fix for recalled Cybertruck accelerator pedalsTeslas drilling holes in Cybertruck accelerator pedals. Image: Tesla (PDF)Tesla temporarily halted deliveries and recalled every single Cybertruck after a viral video showed how the pad on its accelerator pedal could slip off and get stuck in the interior trim, leaving the pedal depressed down 100 percent, full throttle. Now, video from a Tesla event in California taken today and Teslas own documentation confirm the riveting installation that secures the pad with a rivet, and they show us exactly how its done.While Aaron Cashs video posted to X says its a 35 second recall fix, demonstrated at the Cyber Takeover event in Long Beach, the video starts with the required drilling jig already in place.Read Article >Apr 19, 2024Amrita KhalidCybertruck owner reveals Teslas very riveting fix for pedal problems.A Tesla delivery center in Virginia reportedly has a way to deal with the now-recalled accelerator pedal on Cybertrucks.In a Facebook post, Jim McGlone wrote that they installed a temporary rivet to secure the pad that might slip off and get stuck. With that in place, he picked up his new Cybertruck yesterday after it had been in a containment hold.Image: Jim McGlone (Facebook)Apr 15, 2024Wes DavisCybertruck owners say deliveries halted over bad accelerator pedalImage: Parker Ortolani / The VergeOver the last few days, Tesla has delayed some Cybertruck deliveries. The company hasnt specified why or even publicly commented on the delays, but commenters in the Cybertruck Owners Club forum have reported receiving texts or calls telling them their deliveries were being rescheduled.One user said theyd been told by their dealer that the truck was recalled over its accelerator pedal. Another claimed Tesla sent them a text saying its not scheduling deliveries at the moment for the same reason. Several others reported receiving texts about issues with the preparation of your vehicle.Read Article >Apr 15, 2024Wes DavisThe Cybertruck isnt Teslas long-haul towing champ.Geneva Long, CEO of RV company Bowlus, wrote on LinkedIn that in the companys tests, the dual-motor Cybertruck could only tow Bowlus 3,250lb Volterra electric RV trailer for 160 miles before its battery gave out. Others have seen similar results.Long says the Tesla Model X, on the other hand, pulled the same trailer 235 miles.Tesla Model X Beats Cybertruck In Towing Range Test[insideevs.com]Mar 13, 2024Andrew J. HawkinsTeslas litigiousness is why Doug DeMuro hasnt reviewed the Cybertruck yet.Teslas threat to sue anyone who tries to resell their Cybertruck within the first year has owners spooked, which is why the polarizing electric truck hasnt shown up on his auction site Cars and Bids. He also hinted at some sort of retaliation from Tesla when he reviewed one of the first Model 3s back in 2017. It wasnt pretty, the popular YouTuber chuckled. Say more!Eventually hell review the Cybertruck, he says. His neighbor even has one! DeMuro was just hoping to promote his auction site as part of the review. Thats capitalism, baby!Jan 11, 2024Wes DavisWant to know what the Cybertruck can do to carrots and hot dogs?The folks over at the Out of Spec Reviews channel started this Cybertruck look by comparing the pinch sensors (or lack thereof) of the doors and frunk of a Rivian truck, a Cybertruck, an F-150 Lightning, and a Tesla Model X.Something to watch if youre curious about what happens if you dont get your snack out of the way in time.Jan 6, 2024Wes DavisPharrell Williams was up all night to parallel park his Cybertruck.Just kidding; it wasnt all night. But according to Business Insider, when the recording artist and producer pulled up to Louis Vuitton, he struggled for about 10 minutes to get his chunky metal triangle car into a spot before giving up and letting a valet handle it.Guess he just couldnt find the right angle.Dec 13, 2023Richard LawlerSoftware problems apparently stranded this Cybertruck.According to the updated caption, this Tesla Cybertruck suffered from software problems that caused traction control issues and a failure to air down, while another post said it also had the wrong tires. That left it spinning its wheels during a recovery at the Corral Hollow OHV trail by the same kind of Ford SuperDuty pickup Tesla claims its electric truck can out-pull.Also, at least on this release candidate, the people who recovered it said the truck lacked recovery tow points they had to tie the ropes to its suspension.Nov 30, 2023Andrew J. HawkinsTesla Cybertruck starts at $60,990 and can get up to 340 miles of rangeFour years after its debut, the Tesla Cybertruck has finally reached its first batch of customers. The truck was delivered to about a dozen people during a lavish event at the companys headquarters in Austin, Texas, at which Elon Musk predicted the truck would usher in a new, more exciting future.The company also provided updated details about the pricing, range, and features for the truck, much of which has changed significantly from the originally announced numbers. The rear-wheel drive version of the electric truck will start at $60,990 up from the original price of $39,900 in 2019 and will get 250 miles of range on a full charge. That version wont be available until 2025.Read Article >Nov 30, 2023Umar ShakirHow to watch Teslas 2023 Cybertruck delivery eventThe Cybertruck prototype was first revealed onstage in 2019. Photo by Sean OKane / The VergeTesla is about to deliver the first Cybertrucks to buyers at an event on Thursday, November 30th, starting around 3PM ET / 2PM CT / 12PM PT in Austin, Texas.The electric pickup truck, with a jarringly polygonal design, was first revealed in November 2019 by Tesla CEO Elon Musk. The Cybertrucks unique design helped it make its mark, and many people immediately plunked down $100 to hold a place in line to get one. Even the botched armor glass demonstration, in which Teslas lead designer smashed the drivers side window with a metal ball, did little to deter interest.Read Article >Nov 29, 2023Andrew J. HawkinsThe Cybertruck made a mark but missed its momentThe Verge / Photo by Bloomberg, Getty ImagesIt feels like a thousand years since Tesla first introduced the Cybertruck, but its actually only been about a thousand days. Still, thats a long time in the auto world, and to say people are getting antsy waiting would be a huge understatement. The Cybertruck certainly took its time getting here, slogging its way through a global pandemic, a presidential election, two ongoing wars, and many other terrible things that have happened over the past four years. Tesla CEO Elon Musks acquisition of Twitter and his emergence as a haver of bad opinions, especially about Jews also took place within this time and is sure to cast a shadow over the Cybertrucks big moment. Read Article >Nov 15, 2023Jess WeatherbedTeslas Cyberquad for Kids is back and officially a toy againOrders for the new Model 915 Cyberquad for Kids are expected to ship in late November. Image: TeslaAfter being recalled last year for not meeting product safety standards, Teslas $1,900 Cyberquad for Kids is once again available to purchase on the Tesla webstore in the US. The latest release of the Cybertruck-inspired ride-on toy identified as Model 915 is an updated version of the Model 914 Cyberquad for Kids that launched back in December 2021. Orders for the Model 915 are expected to begin shipping in late November.Like the Model 914, the new Model 915 Cyberquad for Kids was jointly created by Tesla and popular childrens toy maker Radio Flyer, best known as the makers of the Little Red Wagon. The battery-powered Cyberquad for Kids has a 500W motor with a top speed of 10 mph (that parents can switch to 5 mph) and a max range of 15 miles, with LED headlights and taillights. Much like its Cybertruck inspiration, this pint-sized version of the Cyberquad ATV for adults also features a steel frame and high-pressure rubber air tires.Read Article >Nov 13, 2023Richard LawlerIf you buy a Cybertruck, Tesla says you cant sell it for a year.Whatever you think of its windshield wiper, if you are one of the first Cybertruck owners (price still TBA), Tesla intends for you to hang onto your electric truck.Teslas order agreement says You agree that, you will not sell or otherwise attempt to sell the Vehicle within the first year following your Vehicles delivery date, without getting permission. Breaking the deal could result in your truck being remotely deactivated.Nov 10, 2023Nilay PatelIs the Cybertrucks wiper actually multiple wipers in a row? An investigationOne big wiper, or three wipers in a trench coat? Image: Parker Ortolani / The VergeAs Vergecast listeners know, I am deeply and forever fascinated by the Tesla Cybertrucks wiper it is one of the silliest design compromises in automotive history on a vehicle that is itself a rolling design compromise. I love it so much.Anyway, Ive been asking listeners to send in detailed shots of the wiper to confirm a rumor Ive been hearing my thanks to the dozens of people whove passed along photos. I didnt have anything worth running until today, though: our own Parker Ortolani spotted a Cybertruck in NYC and took several photos that appear to show that the single wiper is actually multiple wiper blades stacked in a row.Read Article >Oct 26, 2023Richard LawlerThe kind of view only a 6th-gen Camaro owner could truly appreciate.The sightlines from the Cybertruck interior should be interesting once the first deliveries happen next month.More Stories

LatestMachine LearningAddressing Concerns and Applying Policies for Responsible GenAI Usage 0 like February 19, 2025Share this postAuthor(s): Murat Girgin Originally published on Towards AI. Generative AI has revolutionized how businesses operate, offering unprecedented efficiency and automation. However, its rapid adoption has also raised concerns about data security, privacy, and ethical considerations. Organizations must establish clear and responsible AI usage policies to mitigate risks while harnessing the full potential of generative AI tools like ChatGPT.This member-only story is on us. Upgrade to access all of Medium.Photo credit Cytonn Photography on UnsplashGenerative AI is transforming workplaces, but it also raises security, privacy, and ethical concerns. Banning AI tools outright can lead to unregulated usage, increasing risks. Instead, companies should establish clear AI usage policies to ensure responsible adoption. To help, Ive created a free 2-page AI Tool Usage Policy template, available for download on Gumroad. Get it here and take the first step toward a secure and compliant AI strategy!Several major companies, including Apple, Samsung, Verizon, and Wall Street banks, have imposed restrictions on generative AI use due to security concerns. While bans may seem like a straightforward solution, they can lead to unintended consequences, such as unregulated shadow usage. A well-crafted policy is essential to strike a balance between innovation and security, ensuring employees use AI responsibly and effectively.One of the biggest concerns surrounding generative AI is data security. AI models like ChatGPT process vast amounts of data, and if sensitive company information is inputted into these models, it may be stored and used to refine AI responses. This could result in accidental data leaks.Example: In 2023, Samsung employees inadvertently leaked confidential semiconductor data Read the full blog for free on Medium.Join thousands of data leaders on the AI newsletter. Join over 80,000 subscribers and keep up to date with the latest developments in AI. From research to projects and ideas. If you are building an AI startup, an AI-related product, or a service, we invite you to consider becoming asponsor. Published via Towards AITowards AI - Medium Share this post

On Wednesday morning, Apple pulled the wraps off the iPhone 16e, now the cheapest model in the company's current lineup. It essentially replaces the outdated 2022 iPhone SE as the "affordable" option, but it marks a shift away from the significant discount the older SE line was known for. The iPhone 16e starts at $599, narrowing the gap between it and the $799 iPhone 16 that came out last fall. It will be available for pre-order starting Friday, Feb. 21 with the street date following the next week on Friday, Feb. 28.The iPhone 16e is also the first phone to feature Apples C1 cellular modem. Apple has had a lot of success with its in-house chips, such as the M1 and up in its computers and the A-series chips in its mobile devices. The cellular modem is a critical but oft-overlooked element in phones, and if Apple hasnt stuck the landing on the C1, it could mean all sorts of connectivity issues. Hopefully Apple learned its lesson from the Antennagate scandal when iPhone 4 struggled with cell signal strength because of the design and placement of the antennas and ensured the iPhone 16es connectivity is up to snuff. iPhone 16eFrom the front, youd be hard pressed to tell this phone apart from the iPhone 14. The specifications of the display are identical, offering a 6.1-inch OLED with a 2532x11170 resolution panel and 1,200-nit peak brightness. This isnt as sharp or nearly as bright as the iPhone 16. The iPhone 16e does get the Action button and a USB-C port, though it misses out on the Camera Control. Around the back, the iPhone 16e is more distinct from its iPhone kin, as it has just a single camera, much like the iPhone SE before it. Its a 48MP sensor with a lot in common with the current iPhone 16s main camera, but Apple reserves a few elements for the higher-tier phone, like sensor-shift stabilization, the latest version of Photographic styles, and the ability to adjust focus in portrait mode. Meanwhile, the selfie camera appears to be identical and brings Face ID to the iPhone 16e. The phone is cased in aluminum, a glass back, and Apples Ceramic Shield on front. While Apple still suggests that this Ceramic Shield is tougher than any smartphone glass in its press release, its worth noting that Apple itself offers a newer blend of Ceramic Shield that claims to be two times tougher than any smartphone glass. That certainly raises some question about how tough the older Ceramic Shield on the iPhone 16e really is, especially when I saw plenty of wear and tear on the display when I reviewed the iPhone 16. The internals of the phone are an interesting demonstration of product stratification. There was already a gap between the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro in that the Pro models got an A18 Pro chip with faster speeds and more GPU cores. While the iPhone 16e is packing an A18 chip like the iPhone 16, its not quite the same. It has the same number of CPU cores, but it only gets a 4-core GPU, down from the iPhone 16s 5-core GPU. Given the iPhone 16s small performance deficit next to the iPhone 16 Pro, Id expect the iPhone 16e to take yet another step down. Still, with the Neural Engine intact on the iPhone 16e, it will be able to tap into the various Apple Intelligence features, for whatever thats worth.Naturally, there is some compromise for the iPhone 16e there had to be for it to land with a lower price than the other phones in Apples roster. All told, it doesnt seem overly compromised, but its also not carrying as much of a discount as the early iPhone SE models did. Coming in at $599 may make it Apples cheapest phone, but Apples last budget model, the 2022 iPhone SE, launched with a $429 price tag while carrying the same chip as the then $799 iPhone 13. Its design was very dated at the time, but there was no ignoring the nearly 50% discount it provided. This time, Apple is at least basing the iPhone 16e on a design thats just a couple years old, even if it's gotten minor tweaks every year since 2018. Well have to see how well the iPhone 16e actually performs. But with the Android market already offering some compelling iPhone alternatives around $600, like the OnePlus 13R, Apple may have a hard time courting buyers who arent already locked into the Apple ecosystem. Mark Knapp is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything electronics and gaming hardware. He has over 10 years of experience in the tech industry with bylines at PCMag, Reviewed, CNET, and more. Find Mark on Twitter @Techn0Mark or BlueSky at @Techn0Mark.

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Apples latest product, the iPhone 16e, has a lot going for it. But for me personally, its not the new model Im most excited about. This falls iPhone 17 Air wins that prize, and one key detail of todays launch has alleviated my biggest concern about that device: battery life.Ultra-thin design can be both a strength and weaknessThis fall, Apple is expected to launch four new iPhones once again. The lineup will look like this:iPhone 17iPhone 17 AiriPhone 17 ProiPhone 17 Pro MaxLargely this is what weve come to expectwith one exception.Replacing the Plus model is the new iPhone 17 Air.This brand new device will have a radically ultra-thin design that prioritizes form over function. Its expected to measure just 5.5mm thickby far the thinnest iPhone ever made.For users who typically opt for Pro models, the 17 Air will come with its share of compromises. It will only have one rear camera rather than three, for example, and include the standard A19 chip rather than the A19 Pro.However, my personal biggest concern about the 17 Air has been battery life.Battery on Apples flagship models, especially the Pro and Pro Max, has gotten especially good lately. Its finally at the point where I dont ever need to think about the battery.But on this point, the iPhone 17 Airs chief strengthan ultra-thin designcould also prove its greatest weakness.Or at least, thats what I thought until today.Apples C1 modem solves my iPhone 17 Air battery anxietyApples announcement of the iPhone 16e shows that, philosophically at least, it holds a lot in common with iPhone SE models of the past. Meaning, it includes a lot of tech first seen in other iPhones.One cutting edge innovation, however, is Apples new C1 modem.This Apple-designed 5G modem has been years in the making. Rumors have been widespread about the new modems inclusion in the iPhone 16e, but we didnt yet know what kind of benefits it would provide.Heres Apples press release (emphasis added):C1 is the first modem designed by Apple and the most power-efficient modem ever on an iPhone, delivering fast and reliable 5G cellular connectivity. Apple silicon including C1 the all-new internal design, and the advanced power management of iOS 18 all contribute to extraordinary battery life.C1 truly does seem to provide significant boosts to battery life.In fact, thanks to C1 the iPhone 16e gets even better battery life than the more expensive iPhone 16. Its the only significant area the new model bests its sibling.And according to numerous reports, the C1 modem is coming to just one other iPhone model this year: the iPhone 17 Air.Putting C1 in the 17 Air is undoubtedly how Apple plans to offset some of the battery losses that will come with its ultra-thin design.I dont expect the iPhone 17 Air to match the Pro models in battery performance, but if it can roughly equal the standard iPhone 17, that will be enough for me.Battery life is such a key feature for iPhone users, and now thanks to the C1 announcement, we know how Apple plans to ensure that its exciting iPhone 17 Air isnt hampered by lackluster battery.Are you concerned about the iPhone 17 Airs battery life? Let us know in the comments.Best iPhone accessoriesAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel