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5 Advanced Ways to Improve Battery Life on Android
If you've got a rooted Android device (or you're willing to root it), and you want better battery life, we can help you out. → Read More
How to Pick & Buy the Best SD Card for Your Needs
What kind of SD card is right for you? Not all of them are the same, after all. Here are the minimum specs you should aim for depending any given activity or need. → Read More
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Upgrading Your PC
Thinking about upgrading your PC components? Great! However, before you do, there are a few important questions that you should ask yourself. → Read More
Volume Control Tweaks for Android That You Need to Use
Are the volume hardware keys are your device broken? Would you like to set different volume levels on a per-app basis? We can solve these problems and more with a few awesome customizations. → Read More
10 Crucial Features to Use in Your Wireless Router Setup at Home
Most wireless routers are equipped with a handful of amazing features that you probably aren't taking advantage of. Here are some of the more useful ones to start exploring right now. → Read More
8 PC Maintenance Mistakes That Kill Your Hardware Lifespan
PC maintenance isn't rocket science, but you could be making a handful of mistakes that are actually harming your hardware. → Read More
12 Best Xposed Modules for Customizing Android 6.0 Marshmallow
These Xposed modules can seriously customize and improve your Android phone or tablet, even if it's running the newest Android 6.0 Marshmallow! → Read More
Are RAM Drives Faster Than SSDs? 5 Things You Must Know
RAM drives might be faster than SSDs, but at what cost? Here's what you need to know before committing to RAM drives all the way. → Read More
How To Root The Nexus 6P and 5X
So you've got a brand new Nexus 6P or 5X, and you want to root it? Easy. Let us show you how to do it. → Read More
Stop Buying Cheap: 7 Tech Products Worth Spending More On
Sometimes the best way to save money is to spend a little more on a quality product that'll last you a while. These products are worth the extra dollars. → Read More
13 Awesome Gifts for the IT Support Person in Your Life
Want to thank that person in your life who's always helping you with computer trouble? Here are some excellent gift ideas! → Read More
Which Upgrades Will Improve Your PC Performance the Most?
If you need a faster computer but aren't sure which component would be most beneficial to upgrade, then here are the guidelines you should follow. → Read More
6 Things You Must Know When Buying a Vinyl Turntable
Vinyl is coming back and now is a great time to dive into the culture. Looking to start with a turntable of your own? Here's what you need to know. → Read More
Wireless HDMI: What It Is and Why You Need to Start Using It
If you're sick and tired of HDMI cable jumbles and knots, then you may want to invest in wireless HDMI. Here's how to get started. → Read More
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Your Next MicroSD Card
MicroSD cards seem simple, but there are a few critical mistakes that you must avoid when shopping for one. If you ignore these, you may regret your purchase. → Read More
6 Tips to Improve the Speed of Your Powerline Network
Is your powerline network slow? Here are some easy tips to help you speed things right back up. → Read More
Get a Good Night’s Sleep by Filtering Your Phone’s Blue Light
Your phone's screen is keeping you awake. Don't let it. These apps will help you rest well. → Read More
Buying Wireless Headphones? Here Are 6 Things You Need to Know
In this guide, we'll take a look at some of the most important things you need to know about wireless headphones. → Read More
10 Terms You Should Know to Identify the Best Headphones
In this guide we'll cut through the jargon and show you what the key headphone specifications actually mean, and why — or if — they matter. → Read More
Buying a GoPro or Action Camera: 7 Useful Things You Need To Know
If you're into skiing, cycling or surfing, then an action camera is the perfect way to record your adventures. → Read More