News, reviews and articles about computers and computer accessories for desktop and laptop computers.
REVIEW – Whether it’s a luxurious leather surface with polished wooden accents or a simple desk calendar from the local office supply store, a good desk pad has been an office staple for generations. The Twelve South DeskPad is a fresh take on the venerable blotter pad. They sent me one in Dove Grey to …
Twelve South DeskPad review – Vegan leather at its best Read More
NEWS – These days, technology is everywhere and getting better and more advanced each and every day. Is it about time for you to upgrade that old PC but you are hesitating because you are sure that the kind of power that you need will come in a package that is wrapped in a big …
Save $50 off this powerful mini PC featuring an Intel NUC 12 Serpent Canyon Read More
REVIEW – I have somewhat of an extensive home network that probably only appeals to IT geeks like me. The last time that I checked, I have approximately 120 network devices (wired/wireless) connected to my network. I have been fortunate to be able to review several robust network devices designed for business use but still …
EnGenius Cloud Managed ESG510 1.6 GHz Quad-Core Security Gateway review Read More
REVIEW – I have been into Raspberry Pi mini-computers for several years. I have found them to be a good solution for many small projects like running my DakBoard, to handling simple graphics for my podcast. Over the past year, I have upgraded my network infrastructure to support 10G, and I have been searching for …
REVIEW – A few months ago I tested the ACEMAGICIAN AMR5 mini PC and I loved it so much that it is the PC that I used most frequently in my home office for regular browsing, documents, and audio and video editing. Last month, my EDC laptop developed an issue with the power port that …
REVIEW – Treat yourself to a desk upgrade! NOOE is a Scandanavian design shop that builds beautiful, sustainable, and functional pieces made to upgrade your workspace. I’ve got their 5-piece desk set for testing, and every piece is a unique little work of art. To the review! What is it? The NOOE Desk Set is …
REVIEW – In November 2020, I tested and reviewed a mini PC that I really liked and that I still currently use as a part of my Podcast production workflow. However, it is somewhat underpowered for tasks like efficiently rendering large video files in raw format and editing high-resolution photos, etc. While I am not …
REVIEW – The internet. We all use and rely on it every day. What happens if you can’t connect or your speed slows down or becomes unreliable in part of your house? The problem could be your internet service provider or it could be with your network hardware. If you’ve decided it’s time to buy …
REVIEW – I’ve wanted a desk mat for my WFH space for a while now. So much so, I made one from some old buffalo leather I had stored away in our garage. What I created was fine enough and worked but lacked many features and quality of somebody who has the tools and materials …
Orbitkey Desk Mat review – A vegan leather desk mat Read More
REVIEW – If you’re like me, you’ve endured years (if not decades) of slow or spotty wireless connections, especially if you have a multi-level home or an apartment with many neighbors using WiFi. In theory, the Meshforce M7 Tri-Band Whole Home Mesh WiFi System should offer better speeds and more reliable connections over a much …
Meshforce M7 Tri-Band Whole Home Mesh WiFi System review – get WiFi to all the places Read More
REVIEW – Open WiFi is a beautiful thing. When traveling, you no longer have to carry an ethernet cable and be tethered to the desk in the hotel room. Just about every hotel offers free WiFi so you can plop on the marginally comfortable bed or likely uncomfortable couch and surf away. But today, you …
GL-iNet GL-MT1300 Beryl pocket sized travel router review Read More
REVIEW – It seems the most neglected category of computer these days is the desktop. In a mad rush to put everyone into a laptop or tablet, manufacturers have left the desktop market to those who want to build their own custom rig or to bland offerings that do little to distinguish themselves from the …
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Life these days during the Covid-19 pandemic has changed quite a bit, and my workdays include many hours in front of my computers working on tasks and projects for my 9 to 5 job as well as my Podcast, photography, etc. I continuously look for ways to make every process easier. My …
Bluever HelloX 2 review – Turn your monitor or laptop into a touchscreen Read More
REVIEW – KVM switches have been around for a long time. They are great for using one keyboard, video, and mouse with multiple systems. But what if you want to share more than these essentials? The TRENDnet TK-U404 can switch 4 USB 3.1 ports into 4 different computers. Read on to see what I think! …
REVIEW – Over the years I have tried some of those wifi repeater products to boost the wifi signal in the dead spots in our house. I was never really satisfied with the spotty results, and many of them require that you give it an SSID that is different than your main SSID. And sometimes …