Although the iPhone does not natively support playback of movies saved in the AVI format, you can still watch these videos on your phone with the help of third-party apps. A wide range of free and paid video player apps provide the necessary infrastructure for playing AVI files so that you don’t need to go […]
If you receive a used iPod from a friend or relative, or if you buy one, you may want to keep all the music, photos and videos that are stored on the device when you receive it. A more likely scenario, though, is that you’ll want to wipe the media on the used iPod and […]
In the beginning of the PC revolution, when monitors where often 12 to 14 inches in size, using your keyboard directly in front of the screen was not an option; it was necessary because of the small text displayed on the monitor. However, modern computer monitors — even the ones on some laptops — are […]
You can use the camera on your iPod Touch to take VGA-quality photos and store them on the device, but you can also transfer high-quality photos from your computer to the iPod, where you can view them at any time, anywhere, on the device’s 3.5-inch LED-backlit display. Use the free iTunes software to upload photos […]
Unlike Wi-Fi or cellular connections, which enable communication over longer distances, Bluetooth connects devices that are around 30 feet or less apart. Most commonly used to connect a headset to a mobile phone, Bluetooth uses low power but enough data speed to send high-fidelity music from your smartphone to wireless speakers, and is versatile enough […]
The center of your home wireless network is the wireless router, which you locate near your incoming Internet connection. Use an Ethernet cable to connect your cable, FiOS or DSL modem to the incoming Ethernet port of your wireless router. The router will automatically connect the Internet over its wireless antennas to other computers and […]
Occasionally lost in the excitement of purchasing new home theater or stereo speakers is the reality that speaker wire is not included. The extensive options and claims made by speaker wire manufacturers potentially cloud the issue, making what should be a simple task more complex. Although sound quality differences between various iterations of speaker wire […]
A wireless router is a networking device that allows the computers and other electronic devices in your home to access the Internet via radio signals. A wireless router frees your home from some of the cable clutter that accompanies electronics and provides Internet access to mobile devices without Ethernet ports. Because many wireless routers have […]
Wiring is a necessary evil in any home theater or car audio environment. In larger systems, the task of running wire may comprise the majority of time taken within the overall installation. It is important to remember to protect the wire and the signals they carry as they pass through firewalls, behind baseboards and in […]
Microsoft launched its first tablets in 2012, offering two different models: the Surface With Windows RT and the Surface With Windows Pro. The main difference between the two is the operating system and the fact that the Pro version has a more powerful processor and more memory. Both are about the same size and include […]
The Apple iPad is one of the most popular varieties of tablet computer. A tablet is a lightweight device that is often used for viewing multimedia, browsing the Internet, or using applications. Apple has upgraded the iPad several times since its launch in 2010. The iPad 2 was unveiled in 2011, and is thinner and […]
Having a laptop for school allows you to go from the classroom to a study group to working on a project in your room. Buying a laptop is an investment in your educational success. Before deciding on a specific laptop, you need to understand certain requirements from your school, your budget and your personal preferences.Budget […]
For many years, desktop computers were considered by most experts to be superior to laptops for computer buyers who demanded the best performance at the lowest cost. However, laptop computers have become faster and more affordable in recent years. They now offer sufficient performance for most applications along with the added benefit of portability. By […]
In times forgotten (to many mothers anyway), a child’s playtime consisted of throwing around balls, pushing trucks, having tea parties with dolls, and building forts with friends. With the surplus of media activities for children, however, those days are long gone. The cartoonish sound effects of a TV and the vibrant colors of a video […]
Apple gives customers three storage options in the iPad: 16GB, 32GB or 64GB. Before making the decision as to which is the right model for you, it’s a good idea to consider how much space you might need on your iPad. If you like downloading movies or playing video games, the large drive is probably […]
You may think of Google as an Internet search site, and Facebook as a social networking site, but over the years, these two giants have built many competing services. In 2011, Google built Google Plus, a social network that offers many of the same features as Facebook. Each social network competes for your attention by […]
Building a website can be an enjoyable and profitable experience. You may have content that you would like to post online you everyone or just for a select group. Creating your own website doesn’t have to be an overbearing undertaking. For greater success in constructing a user-friendly website that will attract and keep visitors, there […]
Secure Digital High Capacity cards are used for storing photos, videos and music and are designed to be inserted into a wide assortment of electronic devices. The Apple iPhone, however, is not one of those devices. The iPhone doesn’t itself have an option to add storage once it’s been purchased, nor does it have the […]
Part of the fun of using a media player such as the iPod Touch is customizing the device so that it reflects your personality. You can use photos to customize your iPod’s background, also called the wallpaper. You can choose a picture already saved on your iPod Touch, a photo that you just snapped or […]
With old-school film cameras, shutter speed and film speed determined how quickly a photographer could shoot. In modern cameras, it’s the speed of the image-capture circuitry — the “graphic engine” or “imaging engine” — and the memory card used to capture the images that determines how fast you can shoot. The highest-speed SD cards, such […]
While the Kindle Fire has an integrated email client that individuals can use to access their email services, owners of all versions of the Kindle can also access their email accounts using the Kindle’s built-in Web browser. POP3 and IMAP-based email services, such as Yahoo, Gmail, Microsoft Exchange and Hotmail or Windows Live, integrate well […]
Set a simple or complex passcode on your iPod Touch and it’ll prompt you for a required sign-in every time you turn on or wake the device. A simple passcode is four digits, which is enough security for some, but if you want stronger data protection, opt for a complex passcode. Complex codes are alphanumeric […]
GPS devices are frequently in contact with fingertips and fingernails, thrown into pockets and backpacks and generally subjected to many things that scratch the screen. Finer scratches on GPS screens are quickly removed using mild abrasives, restoring your GPS unit’s screen to a like-new appearance. In addition to cosmetic improvements, removing scratches can also improve […]
The Apple iPod Touch offers on-the-go entertainment in a compact package that resembles an iPhone, minus the calling capabilities. To cut the cost of putting an iPod Touch in your pocket, you can look for reduced prices on refurbished units. Not all refurbs offer equal value, as you’ll quickly discover if you opt solely for […]
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