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Keychron Wireless Mechanical Keyboard Review

If you are looking for a slim, portable and wireless mechanical keyboard, Keychron wireless mechanical keyboard could be what you are looking for.

Inkjet vs Laser: Which Printer Is Right For Me?

While there is no shortage of printer options in the market, the real headache is choosing between an inkjet or laser printer. Here are the comparisons to help you make a better choice.

How a Computer’s CPU Cache Works

The invention of the CPU cache was one of the most critical events in the history of computer science. But what exactly is the cache? How does it work? Find out here.

Why You Should Hold Off on Buying a 5G Phone in 2019

Many people are wondering what 5G is and if they should get a 5G phone. Here is why we think you should hold off getting a 5G phone in 2019.

Why Smartphone Batteries Explode and How to Protect Yourself

It is never cool to see your smartphone exlode. Here are some of the reasons why smartphone batteries explode and how you can protect yourself.

How to Check If Your Webcam Has Been Hacked

Camfecting is when someone takes control of your computer’s webcam. Here are some signs that you can use to check if your webcam has been hacked.

How to Turn Your Old Router into a Repeater

Do you struggle with dead spots or weak Wi-Fi connections in your home? If you have an old router, here is how you can turn it into a repeater.

How to Run Ubuntu 18.04 or 18.10 on Raspberry Pi

It’s not that simple to install the latest Ubuntu on a Raspberry Pi, not unless you install RaspEX, an Ubuntu 18.04+ image built specifically for the Pi.

How to Care for Your Cables to Ensure Longevity

If you know how to maintain your cables, they can last you years. Here are the must-know techniques for ensuring your cables last as long as they can.

How Much Does Battery Health Matter?

It is normal for your phone’s battery to degrade with time, but battery health is barely relevant to the health of your device and is almost always wrong.

Soundcore Liberty Air Review: Great True Wireless Earphones at an Affordable Price

Soundcore Liberty Air is the latest version of Anker’s true wireless earphones. We reviewed them, and they don’t disappoint. Let’s see how it performs.

The End of Moore’s Law: Preparing for the Future

It is possible that Moore’s law will come to an end before a viable replacement is ready. Check out the alternatives for silicon-based computing.

What Are Smart Displays and What You Can Do with Them

A smart display is simply a virtual assistant-powered speaker with a screen. The touchscreen adds extra visual functions to the smart speaker technology.

Common BIOS Settings Explained

The BIOS is the firmware responsible for booting up your PC. Learn how you can configure BIOS settings with this simple guide.

Reolink Argus 2 Security Camera Review: Keeping Your Home Safe

The Reolink Argus 2 security camera not only keeps your home safe but is inexpensive, is easy to set up, and runs on a long-lasting battery or solar power.

Things You Need to Do When Setting Up Your Smart TV

You just unboxed your brand new smart TV and realize it needs to be set up before you can use it. Here are the things you need to do to set up a new smart TV.

Tribit X-Boom: A Bluetooth Speaker with Bass You Can See & Feel Review

If your Bluetooth speaker lacks hard-hitting bass, it’s time to check out the Tribit X-Boom Bluetooth speaker. Its bass-boosting feature doesn’t disappoint! Plus, it’s completely waterproof!!

E-WIN’s Gaming Chair Review: Compute in Comfort Whether You Are Working or Gaming

If you spend a lot of time sitting and typing on a computer, the E-WIN Gaming Chair is thoughtfully designed, well-constructed, and comfortable.

Gaming Routers vs. Standard Routers: What’s the Difference?

Every year there are a lot of new, more expensive routers coming out with “extreme gamer” marketing. Are they worth the price? Let’s find out in this guide.

How to Make Your Home Kitchen Smarter

Here’s a list of some of the most innovative and exciting developments in kitchen IoT that can help you take your home into the 21st century.

The Malicious Playstation Message Attack that Caused Boot Loops

Are you an avid PS4 gamer? If so, you might be interested in a recent exploit that can make anyone fall victim to a message-based attack.

Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 QC Review

Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 QC is a heavyweight power bank that can charge your devices quickly and repeatedly. Check out our review of this power bank.

How to Configure Private Listening on Your Roku

Roku has included a new Private Listening feature that makes it easy to pipe any sound from Roku to your headset. Here’s how to configure private listening in Roku.

What Is Alexa Guard and How Can It Protect Your House?

With Alexa Guard, Amazon has found a new way for Alexa to watch over and help you protect your home. Find out how it works and whether it is useful to you.

Deenkee Robot Vacuum Cleaner Takes Care of All Floor Cleaning

The Deenkee Robot Vacuum Cleaner is a pleasant surprise. As it takes care of nearly all floor cleaning by vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping.

Hit the Outdoors with the Rave Model 1 Bluetooth Speaker by Sensport

Looking for an affordable and durable Bluetooth speaker that delivers superb sound and is waterproof? If so, you’ll love the Rave Model 1 Bluetooth speaker by Sensport!

Vankyo Leisure 3 Portable Projector Review

Vankyo Leisure 3 LED projector is a small and portable projector that you can carry with you. Let’s find out how it works and if it is worth your money.

4K Monitors Finally Get High Refresh Rates: What You’ll Need to Unlock Their Full Potential

The new slew of 4K, HDR, high refresh monitors are starting to trickle out after years of delay. Here’s what you need to get up and gaming at 4K 144Hz.

Wireless Earbuds vs. Wire-Free Earbuds: What’s the Difference?

With the release of AirPods, many are wondering what the differences are between wireless earbuds and wire-free earbuds.

How Solid State Drives Works

If you’re not quite sure how solid state drives work, you’re not alone. Here we explain how flash memory, a.k.a. NAND memory, actually works.

What Makes a Computer Fast?

There are many factors that affect a computer’s speed. If you want to make your computer fast, you’ll need to get the right parts to work together.

Why Are SSD Prices Suddenly Plummeting?

For years SSD prices were annoyingly stable. Suddenly, that’s all changed. SSD prices are dropping like a stone. Is now the best time to buy an SSD?

What Do Router AC Ratings Like AC1200 and AC3200 Mean?

If you look at your router’s model number, you will always see a term like “AC 1200,” “AC 1900,” etc. So what does this router AC rating mean? Let’s find out.

Do Alternative Keyboard Layouts Really Work?

Other than the standard QWERTY keyboard layout, there are also several alternative keyboard layouts. Are they any good, and do they really work? Let’s find out!

Is Your Phone Waterproof or Just “Splash-resistant?” A Quick Guide to Water Ratings on Technology

Ever wonder what your device IP rating is? Can it really go into the water without damage? Find out what the water rating means regarding technology.

What Is FPGA and Is It the Future of Crypto Mining?

FPGA makes crypto mining more efficient. Is it be the future of crypto mining? Let’s find out!

How to Play Media Files on Your Smart TV

Popping something up on the big screen needn’t be a technical challenge in 2018. Here are a few tips for you to play media files on a smart TV.

Soundcore Spirit X Sports Earphones Review

We tested the Soundcore Spirit X Sports Earphones by Anker, and it didn’t disappoint, with regards to both build and quality.

How to Use Chromecast to Create a Dashboard on Your TV

The potential of the Chromecast is growing every day with the addition of new Chromecast enabled apps. Creating a TV dashboard is only one of them.

How to Reduce Your Idle Chromecast’s Data Usage

Chromecast can use up to 15GB per month of data even when it’s sitting idle.

In-Ear vs. Earbud Headphones: Is There a Difference?

Both “in-ear” and “earbuds” headphones look similar, but they are really different from each other.

5 of the Best Smart Backpacks for Road Warriors

Recently there’s been a rise of “smart backpacks” which aim to enhance the regular backpack for a digitally-driven era. Check out some of the best!

The Router-Based Malware “VPNFilter” and How to Protect Yourself

The FBI has been warning the public about the router-based malware VPNFilter. This is what you need to know about VPNFilter and how to protect yourself.

Xiaomi Mi WiFi Router 3 Review – Stylish and Solidly Built for Your Home

Looking for a router that is both good and cheap? Here we look at the latest router from Xiaomi, the Mi Wifi Router 3, which has good looks and power in abundance.

How to Build an Amazon Echo with Raspberry Pi

If you have a Raspberry Pi, did you know that you can build your own Amazon Echo on it? Here’s how to turn your Raspberry Pi into an Amazon Echo.

Aelec S350 Wireless Bluetooth Earphones Review

Small wireless earphones are the trend nowadays. We tested out the Aelec S350 wireless Bluetooth headphones for a week, and they don’t disappoint.

The Beginner’s Guide to Touch Typing

If you are new to touch typing, here is a beginner’s guide to help you get started.

Why Are There No Excellent USB-C Hubs?

The USB–C connector has been on the market for some time and is the most robust, durable, and powerful USB connector type available. So why is it still so hard to find a great USB–C hub?

USB 3.1 Gen 2 vs. USB 3.1 Gen 1: How Are They Different?

The USB standard these days is a little hard to understand. Find out the difference between USB 3.1 Gen 1 and Gen 2 and why USB 3.1 Gen 2 is better than Gen 1.

With Halberd, You’ll Never Forget About Locking Your Computer

Halberd is a smart Bluetooth key that can be used to lock and unlock your computer based on the proximity between your computer and the device.