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Jawbone Directions FAQ

Contributed by davak on August 17, 2008 under Technology reviews

The jawbone is one of the best bluetooth cellular headsets available. Here are the basic directions for controlling this wonderful device.

Laptop Screens - Glossy versus Matte

Contributed by davak on April 21, 2008 under Technology reviews

My father will soon be purchasing a laptop. Like most people considering buying a new laptop, he will have to decide if he should get a glossy or matte screen. I will discuss and contrast the two screen types and conclude by describing my personal experience with the two types.

WS-1025 Digital Window Thermometer Review

Contributed by davak on January 11, 2008 under Technology reviews

I recently snagged the WS-1025 Digital Window Thermometer from ThinkGeek. After using it for a few days, I wanted to give everybody an honest review of this geeky thermometer. Tons of screenies included…

MonoPrice 5X1 HDMI Switch Review

Contributed by davak on January 8, 2008 under Technology reviews

With HDMI output devices outpacing the number of HDMI ports on most televisions, HDMI switches are a vital part of many high definition systems. However, most HDMI switches can be very expensive. Is the value-priced MonoPrice switch an affordable option?

Blackberry 8830 (verizon) Review

Contributed by seamonkey420 on June 5, 2007 under Technology reviews

Ah yes, a new Blackberry from Verizon that promises to be a true “global” phone in that it has both GSM and CDMA radios. Add to that a much sexier design and the pearl scroller and you get the new 8830e from Verizon. So, does the 8830 live up to the Blackberry name or does it fail? Lets find out!

Review: Logitech G11 Gaming Keyboard

Contributed by shamanstears on January 3, 2007 under Technology reviews

I have been searching for a backlit keyboard for quite some time, and have been quite unimpressed with my findings. That is until I came across the Logitech G11 Gaming Keyboard. This is a quality piece of work with illuminated characters on every key and 3 levels of backlighting. I was very happy with the feel of the keyboard as well, a very positive experience with great feel and good layout. The only feature I wasn’t too happy with was the volume control, it utilizes a dial instead of buttons.

Review: Samsung LN-S3738D 37 inch LCD (LN-S3238D, LN-S2738D)

Contributed by Hack_Vista on December 28, 2006 under Technology reviews

Samsung has finally released a 37in LCD. This set, along with the related sets in the same family, are excellent choices for a new LCD. Read more for the features and my opinions on this new set.

Review: Nintendo Wii (game console)

Contributed by seamonkey420 on December 23, 2006 under Technology reviews

Well, it was inevitable for me to write this review of the Wii. The Wii is Nintendo’s offering of the then ‘next-gen’, now current gen gaming systems (ps3, x360, wii). They offered a new way to play and not graphical/audio upgrades or raw power.. Did Nintendo succeed in its marketing of its console (blue ocean strategy)? Or is it just a supercharged Gamecube (GCN) w/novel controls? Lets find out.