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5 More Cool Things You Never Knew You Could Do with an Old USB Drive

We all know that USB drives are getting obsolete, but that doesn’t mean they are useless. Here are 5 cool things you can do with old usb drives.

First Time Getting a Laptop? Here is What You Need to Look Out For

When buying a laptop for the first time, some users will find the advertised system specs quite confusing. Here are the specs of a laptop you should look for when getting your first laptop.

Don’t Let Your Wireless Mouse or Keyboard Get Hacked

Many are unaware that hackers can now crack into wireless mice and keyboard adapters and use them for their own purposes. This article will explain what this attack does and how to protect against it

Useful Tips You Need to Know to Extend the Life of Your USB Drive

With all the vital data you store on a USB drive, you might want to extend its life. Here are some tips on how to extend the life of your USB drive.

4 Surprisingly Outdated IT Infrastructures You (Probably) Didn’t Know About

Governments are notorious for their inability to catch up to the latest advancements in technology. Here are four outdated systems in the IT infrastructures that are still around.

Choosing a Mechanical Keyboard – Which Mechanical Keyboard Switch Type Is Right for Me?

When choosing a mechanical keyboard, you will come across different types labeled by “colors.” These are the keyboard switches. Learn how to choose the right mechanical keyboard switch type.

AMD Polaris and Nvidia Pascal GPUs: What You Need to Know

The latest AMD Polaris and Nvidia Pascal graphics cards are here. As gamers and PC hardware enthusiasts rejoice, here’s what you need to know about them.

How to Install Android TV in Raspberry Pi 3

The Raspberry Pi 3 is one of the best and most affordable mini computers around. Follow the steps here to install Android TV in Raspberry Pi 3.

Create Encrypted Drives and Keep Them Secure Using GuardKey

Want to make encrypted files harder to access? Want to secure files in the cloud? Meet GuardKey. It can lock and unlock encrypted drives & cloud storage.

What You Need to Know About Running Retropie on the Raspberry Pi Zero

The new cut-down version of the Raspberry Pi can run Retropie, but there are a few things you should know about using it as a retro gaming computer.

4 Cool Raspberry Pi Projects to Check Out

Ever wondered about the different Raspberry Pi projects available? Here is a list of four software projects to check out and try on your own.

A Guide to Mobile Hardware: Chipsets, SoCs and More

Looking to make informed buying decisions when looking at mobile phone specifications? This mobile hardware guide will help you do that.

Raspberry Pi 3 – Review and Comparison

Hot on the heels of the Raspberry Pi Zero came a new top-of-the-line RasPi, the Raspberry Pi 3. Let’s look at the new Pi’s features and performance.

How to Use Retropie Shaders to Emulate CRT Displays

Want to get the full retro gaming experience that you once had on a CRT display? In this article we’ll help you do that using Retropie via the careful application of the built-in shaders.

Raspberry Pi Zero Review

The Raspberry Pi Zero is one of the smallest full computers you can buy, but how does it stand up against its brothers in the Pi family? Let’s find out.

External GPUs: Good Idea or the Next Big Flop?

Some companies are offering external GPUs that work much like how external hard drives do. Is this a veritable market? Let’s dig in deeper.

How to Install Windows 10 on Raspberry Pi

Raspberry Pi has been around a few years but only ARM-based OSes could be installed – until now. Here’s how to install Windows 10 on Raspberry Pi.

Why Are USB-C Cables Frying Laptops?

The USB-C cable was designed to help pave the way for future devices that would require very versatile signalling and power transfers. So why are they, instead, frying laptops? Let’s find out.

VR Shinecon Virtual Reality Headset Review

Looking for an affordable virtual reality set that is more comfortable and convenient than Google Cardboard? Check out the VR Shinecon and enter to win it!

KKmoon LED Gaming Mechanical Keyboard Review

Looking for a cool gaming keyboard that also has many different LED modes and specific gaming zones? If so, check out the KKmoon LED gaming mechanical keyboard.

iClever Mini Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review

Looking for a mini portable Bluetooth speaker the delivers on sound and functionality and can be used for phone calls? Check out this one by iClever.

PortablePicker – Finding The Right Laptop/Tablet For You

PortablePicker is the perfect website for finding the right laptop or tablet for your needs. It browses devices from all different manufacturers and sellers and lets you filter them. Check it out.

The Best Tips and Tools for Computer Builders

Computer building isn’t just a skill or profession; it also has a community of enthusiasts. Many people enjoy it. Here are some useful tips and tools for computer builders.

Mastering the Raspberry Pi Camera

The RasPi has a cheap camera module you can just plug right into the board, and you turn it into a surveillance camera. In this article you’ll learn to fit and set up the Raspberry Pi camera and adjust the basic settings to take stills or video.

What Is Your Must-Bring Gadget When Traveling?

We asked our writers which one must-bring gadget they needed when traveling. Many either excluded their smartphones or bring that along with another gadget.

Lumsing Compact 13400mAh Power Bank Review

Looking for a compact power bank with extreme portability & functionality? The Lumsing power bank is stylish & features a 13400mAh battery. Enter to win one in our giveaway.

Marsboy Orb Bluetooth Speaker with LED Visual Display Review

Need a stylish, great-sounding Bluetooth speaker for an upcoming Halloween party or personal use? The Marsboy Orb speaker with cool LED visual display is the perfect choice.

Choetech Fast Charge Wireless Charger Review

The Choetech T518 is a wireless charger that works with Qi-enabled and non-Qi-enabled devices (with the use of a wireless receiver). Here’s a closer look at its features and performance.

Ergotron WorkFit-T Sit/Stand Desktop Workstation Review

Do you want a standing desk but don’t want to give up your sitting desk? The Ergotron WorkFit-T sit/stand desktop workstation is the perfect solution.

Sensibo: Control Your A/C from Anywhere

Ever wished you could make your boring air conditioner smart or smarter? Sensibo is a tiny device that does just that. Check out how it works and enter to win it.

Abdtech Mini LED Projector Review

Looking for an affordable LED projector that performs well and includes useful features? Check out this one by Abdtech, and enter to win one for yourself!

Stilo Stylus Provides a Pen-on-Paper Experience Review

Looking for a good-quality, durable stylus that works well on almost any mobile device & provides great traction and control? Check out Stilo stylus.

8 Successful Crowdfunding Projects that Tech Enthusiasts and Geeks Will Love

Here is a compilation of some of the successful crowdfunding projects that are shaping our techie/geeky fast-paced lives. Check them out.

ZeroEdge Rear-View Mirror With Dual-Lens Car Camera Review

Having a car camera can be handy for many scenarios. If you’re looking for a good front and rear-facing camera for your car, check out this one by ZeroEdge.

RIF6 Digital Wireless Headphones with Wireless Transmitter Review

Looking for a headset that can be used with any device including a TV? The RIF6 Digital Wireless Headphones are perfect for the job. Find out why in this review.

Turn Your Raspberry Pi into a Word Processor

In this article we describe the basic software & hardware needed to turn a Raspberry Pi into an easily portable desktop word processing machine.

Andoer Durable Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker Review

If you spend a lot of time outdoors, yo may need a durable Bluetooth speaker such as this one by Andoer. Luckily, you can enter to win one in our giveaway.

Avantek 20,000 mAH External Battery Pack Review

Need a high-capacity external battery pack that can charge multiple devices at once & multiple times without recharging? Meet Avantek’s 20k mAH battery.

Use a Raspberry Pi as a Looping Video Player

In this article we show how to turn your Raspberry Pi into a looping video player, how to encode your videos, and how to get the videos in the Pi.

Venstar Waterproof Mini Handheld Bluetooth Speaker Review

You can’t judge a speaker by its size. Often, a smaller one can be just as powerful & have better sound, like with this Venstar Mini Bluetooth Speaker. Here’s a closer look.

How to Make Music on Your Mac with Minimal Latency

Making music on Mac is easy but sometimes suffers due to the speed of your system. In this article we show how to reduce latency and make your music flow.

Why CPUs Won’t Be Made of Graphene

Graphene may have plenty of plaudits about its massively fluid electrical conductivity, but it is impossible to build CPU out of it. Here’s why!

iClever 6-Port USB Travel Wall Charger Review

Need a convenient, powerful USB wall charger? Check out the iClever 6-Port Charger; it’s sleek, compact and fireproof. Enter to win one in our giveaway.

How to Repair, Refurbish and Update an Old iPod

In this article we’ll discuss how to get into the iPod Mini, replace damaged or tired batteries, and replace the old hard drive with solid state memory.

Making a Raspberry Pi Music Machine

In this article you’ll learn to use the Volumio system to turn Raspberry Pi into a home hi-fi, playing music from memory sticks & streaming from Mac or PC.

Arduino vs. Raspberry Pi: The Pros & Cons

Wondering which DIY developer device is best? In the battle of Arduino vs. Raspberry Pi, here are the pros and cons you need to know. Check them out.

Creating SD Card Images For Raspberry Pi in Mac

A big problem on a Raspberry Pi is that the SD card needs to be in a specific format. This isn’t easy to do on a Mac, so this guide will explain it for you.

Can SSDs Lose Data Without Power?

A report from the JEDEC about SSDs suggests they might not be able to retain storage over long periods of time without power. Is this true? Let’s find out.

Are Smaller Computers Better?

It’s a trend that hardware devices are getting smaller and smaller, but does being smaller make it a better device? Let’s check it out.

How to Recalibrate Your Laptop Battery

While your computer may have a preinstalled app, it is always helpful to understand how to recalibrate your laptop battery manually. Follow these steps.