All articles tagged with #aliexpress
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Hackster.io
A DIY homelab built entirely from inexpensive AliExpress components cost only $216 but revealed significant quality issues, especially with fake SSDs and outdated hardware, leading to the conclusion that buying used quality hardware is a better investment.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by IGN
AliExpress offers the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Tour Console Bundle for $498.95 with a $100 coupon, shipping free from the US, providing a region-unlocked console compatible with US games, though the Mario Kart voucher is region-locked. The Switch 2, released on June 5, is sold out everywhere, but this bundle offers a good deal for gamers eager to get the new console and game.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by IGN
AliExpress is offering a discounted Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Tour bundle for $462.24, lower than the retail price, with free shipping and a coupon code, making it a potentially good deal for those looking to buy the new console amid limited availability.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
David Beckham has signed a deal to be a global ambassador for AliExpress, an online retail platform owned by Alibaba, ahead of the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament in Germany. Beckham will promote AliExpress' Score More campaign during the games, as the company aims to engage football fans with prizes and promotions. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Benzinga
Alibaba has signed soccer legend David Beckham as the global brand ambassador for its e-commerce platform, AliExpress, to enhance its global presence amid competition. The partnership includes promotions like ticket giveaways for UEFA Euro 2024. AliExpress has been a key driver of Alibaba's international revenue growth but has faced scrutiny from the European Union for consumer safety and illegal content issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
AliExpress, owned by Alibaba, has signed David Beckham as a brand ambassador to boost global sales and compete with rival Temu. The e-commerce platform is investing heavily in international markets as domestic growth slows, including sponsoring the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. AliExpress aims to leverage its logistics capabilities and promotional campaigns to attract price-sensitive consumers and differentiate itself from competitors.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
AliExpress, Alibaba's international e-commerce platform, has signed David Beckham as its global brand ambassador and is sponsoring UEFA Euro 2024. This move comes as AliExpress faces competition from other China-based companies expanding globally. The company is investing heavily in promotions and discounts during the championship to attract international customers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Alibaba's AliExpress under the Digital Services Act, focusing on concerns related to illegal content dissemination, including pornography, and potential breaches of the DSA in areas such as content moderation, advertising transparency, and traceability of traders. The probe will also examine whether AliExpress failed to enforce its own terms of service regarding products that pose health risks and allowed minors to access pornographic material. Alibaba has stated its commitment to complying with applicable standards and ensuring a safe marketplace.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hackaday
Thomas Sanladerer purchased an EasyThreed K9 FDM 3D printer from AliExpress for €72, highlighting its unheated build plate, minimal user interface, and plastic build quality. Despite its shortcomings, the printer's self-contained assembly and nifty print head design make it a contender in the "cheap but not terrible" category. The control board features an ARERY AT32F403ARCT7 MCU with potential for expansion, but the printer's axis connections and limited filament spool compatibility detract from its overall performance. While not recommended for those seeking a plug-and-play experience, the EasyThreed K9 offers significant hacking potential and represents a trend of improving quality in affordable 3D printers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider
Ukraine claims that Russia is using engines purchased from AliExpress to manufacture lethal drones, based on debris found from damaged and destroyed UAVs. Drones have played a significant role in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, but both sides face limitations in their drone supply. Ukraine often relies on civilian-grade drones obtained through crowdfunding, while Russia faces restrictions due to international sanctions. China, a major drone supplier, restricts the export of drones and drone parts to both countries. Russia has turned to Iran for drone procurement and is reportedly working on mass-producing an Iranian drone domestically. Ukraine is also investing in domestic drone production.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Slashdot
StorageReview tested a $3 SSD from AliExpress and found that it performed significantly worse than a Kingston entry-level enterprise SATA drive. The cheap SSD, manufactured by Goldenfir, struggled to keep up with the Kingston drive in various benchmarks, achieving lower IOPS and longer response times. Despite using a Yeestor YS9083XT controller, the $3 SSD proved to be a poor performer compared to its more expensive counterpart.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Wccftech
Fake Samsung 980 & 990 Pro SSDs have been circulating online, with one particular model, the "Samsung 980 EVO 4 TB," being sold on AliExpress for a significantly low price. Upon testing, it was revealed that the SSD performed much worse than a conventional USB stick, with read and write speeds of 36.25 MB/s and 0.84 MB/s, respectively. The fake SSDs had unprofessional packaging, attempted to hide the Samsung branding, and had fraudulent attempts to hide their true identity. This raises concerns about the authenticity of retailers like AliExpress, and consumers are advised to be cautious and avoid falling for such scams.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Ars Technica
The "Book 8088" laptop, available on AliExpress, combines modern components with an Intel 8088 processor and 640KB of memory to recreate the experience of using an original IBM PC from 1981. The laptop features a 640x200 16-color LCD screen and built-in interfaces that allow USB accessories and CompactFlash cards to interface with the ancient components. The slow speed and low memory limit make it best suited to MS-DOS, with its text-based interface and general lack of multitasking support. The laptop is made by Hong Kong-based manufacturer Xinrui Technology and is sold out in most versions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hackaday
AliExpress is selling two new PCs, a 80386sx palmtop PC capable of running Windows 95 and an 8088 laptop for DOS, both made in 2023. These PCs are not evidence of aged chips going back into production but are the result of chip recycling. For around $250, buyers get a high spec 386sx PC and a useful 8088 machine, both in palmtop or clamshell laptop form factors. However, they may not be worth the price when compared to modern equivalents and emulation options.