Tech Trends
Fing Insights #5: A Dive Into the Laptop World
The development of the personal computer is one of the most significant technological achievements in the past century. Considering that early computers required entire rooms to fit the equipment needed. The growth and commercialization of standard computers is simply astonishing. In this latest entry of Fing Insights, we take a closer peek into the computer’s smaller form-factor friend, the laptop. The Fing Team constantly works to expand our knowledge of...
Fing Insights #4: The World of Smartwatches
Welcome back to another iteration of Fing Insights. Our previous logs have investigated device types most people consider close to home. This latest entry, however, is arguably the closest, quite literally, to date. The global boom of the smartphone in the late 2000s opened a path to new technological possibilities. The subsequent years saw a race to find the next game changer akin to what the iPhone achieved. While some...
How to Restrict Internet Access Directly From Your Phone
And it’s live on mobile too! You read it correctly: the Block & Pause Preview is now also available on all mobile Fing apps. After first releasing the Block & Pause features on Fing Desktop, we are excited to announce you can monitor your network and restrict access to it directly from your phone, wherever you are. Let’s see how! Block & Pause Preview on mobile The Block & Pause...
Fing Insights #3: Jumping into Home Automation
A warm welcome to the first Fing Insights entry of the year! In this installment, we explore a diverse and multi-layered category that continues to push the boundaries of innovation in the world of tech – Home Automation. We’ll cover a wide range of devices that offer different types of automation to the modern home. These include security systems, smart plugs, and thermostats. So, what is making this corner of...
Fing Insights #2: Exploring Gaming Devices Stats
Welcome back to the second installment of Fing Insights! In this episode, we jump into the ever-evolving world of gaming. That’s right, we have analyzed trends in gaming devices according to our catalog. Think you know what’s in store already? Some of the results may come as a surprise! At Fing, we constantly work to expand our knowledge of devices, brands, and operating systems to provide you with the number...
Fing Insights #1: A Look Into Loudspeaker Devices
As for most, the end of the summer brings good intentions and new routines. This time, our ambition is to start sharing some of the analysis and oddities encountered in building Fing’s device catalog system. The result is Fing Insights, a new series for tech lovers and data enthusiasts. You can expect some unusual data to come your way! It’s safe to say that Fing is committed to improving device...
21 Incredibly Interesting Internet Facts
Checking train times, booking restaurants, watching video’s online… We use the Internet every day to do many different jobs. The Internet has completely reshaped our lives since its introduction. And its use is only growing, which is why people increasingly rely on Internet management tools like Fing to control all their connected devices. But what do you really know about the Internet? Here are 21 incredibly interesting Internet facts that you probably...
Internet outage trends during Covid-19 pandemic
The Covid-19 outbreak is now a worldwide issue and the most adopted countermeasure is social distancing: citizens across the world are asked to stay inside their homes in an attempt to limit the outbreak. People from all over the world had to suddenly change routines to “indoor mode”, as almost every activity is moved inside their own houses. This is a big stress for home Internet connectivity, that is now...
Drop of Internet performance in Europe during Covid-19 outbreak
It has been two months since Europe has been fighting against the coronavirus, which has forced citizens across countries to stay inside their homes in an attempt to limit the spread of the disease. The European population quickly had to change its routines and everyday lives, moving every activity inside their own houses. The main changes include working remotely and online classes. However, the restriction to stay inside has also...