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Cable category terms like Cat5e and Cat6 have that industrial twang, so, understandably, some may assume they’re tough enough for outdoor use. And they can do more than just improve home internet, which is especially helpful for security cameras on your porch or in your yard. Sure, you can use standard Ethernet cables outdoors, but…

Normally, “twisted” and “cable” are two words you don’t want to have in the same sentence. And it’s true that if there are tangles or kinks in a wire, that can cause performance issues or possibly lead to breakages. But when it comes to the cables that bring internet into your home, there are twists…

Unless you’re relying entirely on Wi-Fi, chances are you’ve had to wrangle an unsightly mess of Ethernet cables at some point in your life. One way to make your home internet setup a little easier on the eyes is to use flat Ethernet cables, which have become much more popular in recent years. Flat Ethernet…

That 100 Mbps result doesn’t automatically mean your Ethernet cable is bad. Here’s how to narrow down the culprit.

Ethernet cables are probably one of the least exciting tech accessories you own. But you may not realize they can do more than just connect devices to your router. They can also carry video, audio and power. However, just because they can do that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re the best option.

In celebration of iPhone launch day, Satechi is offering a solid 50% off a selection of its USB-C charging and data cables with deals from just $4.50. The deals are live on Amazon with free Prime shipping and directly on the Satechi site, but there are two different discount codes you’ll find below. The brand delivers…

Apple unleashed iPhone 18 Pro (John Ternus) in an all-new Burgundy paint job (Burgundy long sleeve tee) and that means the new deep wine-colored accessories are flooding in. I’m all the way in on the new Burgundy colorway, have already pre-ordered my iPhone 18 Pro, and might even rock an all dark cherry-purple accessory setup…

For the average home, standard Ethernet cable lengths max out at 328 feet. It reads like a weird number for a “standard” length, but 328 feet is the maximum length a rated connection speed can travel reliably. Of course, we’re not dealing in absolutes here. An Ethernet cable won’t always work perfectly at 328 feet…