Hey, Windows users! I know that it sometimes feels like the Mac OS X kids get to have all the fun (I know how it feels because I, too, am a Windows user). Recently, we talked about a Mac Essentials Bundle here at …continue reading
Is Buying YouTube Views Worth It?
At LockerGnome.net, Lizc asks:
Can you really buy YouTube views?
The short answer is yes.
There are a myriad of ways that you can buy YouTube views. You can pay someone to utilize nefarious methods (think spam) to escalate views on videos uploaded …continue reading
Can Developers Decide the iOS Vs. Android War?
At LockerGnome.net, Rahul247rocks writes:
One of the main reasons iOS does so well is because the average quality of all of its apps seem much better than its Android counterparts. Do you think it’s the developers who can shape the mobile OS industry …continue reading
Mophie Juice Pack Universal Powerstation Pro Review
This product was sent to me as a review unit by our friends over at Mobile Fun. All opinions are 100% my own.
When I told our contact at Mobile Fun that I was interested in trying out a charger for my …continue reading
How to Avoid Getting Headaches While Watching TV with Your Dad
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of DISH for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
A friend told me the following story:
The last time I visited my dad's house for the holidays, I was …continue reading
The Mac Essentials Bundle
Bundle. It’s such a comfortable, cozy word, isn’t it? When a baby is delivered into the world, it’s swaddled up lovingly and called a bundle of joy. The word also implies a sort of togetherness: you can’t make a bundle with just …continue reading
Cosplay for Valentine’s Day
Millions of lonely geeks are finding themselves lonely today, though with the image of geeks and nerds being made more lovable with each passing Valentine’s Day by films such as Napoleon Dynamite and television series such as The …continue reading
Should You Buy an iMac or a MacBook?
At LockerGnome.net, Solidsafety2 writes:
I am looking at buying an iMac or a MacBook Pro with Retina display, but I don’t know which to get. I know that Chris has an older iMac and he likes the new one, and he also has a MacBook …continue reading
Marware C.E.O. Hybrid iPad Case Review
This product was sent to me to review by our friends at Mobile Fun. All opinions are 100% my own.
For a few years now, I swore to myself and everyone who would listen that I did not need a tablet of …continue reading
What’s the Best Camera for Video and Still Photography?
At LockerGnome.net, Mleates writes:
I do some HD videos that I upload to YouTube, plus I have kids. I want a camera that can do HD video and capture great stills. I’m more interested in still quality than anything else. I’m looking for …continue reading
Should You Leave Your Smartphone Charging Overnight?
At LockerGnome.net, Robert writes:
I’ve had my Nexus 4 since late December; it’s a great phone! The thing is that, every night before I go to bed, I read social feeds to drain the battery and then I plug it in for a charge for …continue reading
Is the Microsoft Surface Pro a Good Gaming PC?
At LockerGnome.net, rKiller writes:
Can the new Microsoft Surface Pro run high-end games? I know (as I have seen in my friend’s house) that the Surface Pro can run Batman Arkham City quite smoothly. I was wondering if the Surface Pro is worth …continue reading
Is Making Money Building Computers Still Possible?
At LockerGnome.net, pavleap writes:
This may seem like an odd question, but what I want to do is invest $300-500 to build a computer, sell it on Craigslist for a small profit, and use the money to build another, better computer. Do you …continue reading
Sub-Zero Helicopter Lands on a Hotbed of Savings
I used to be a helicopter jockey, just like you. I soared around the heavens without a single care, imagining a day when multi-bladed aerovehicles might replace cars in the gridlock-choked heckscapes of urban sprawl circulating from cities like …continue reading
Hands On with the Microsoft Surface Pro
Now that we’ve done the unboxing of the Microsoft Surface Pro, let’s get into my initial impressions of the little device after playing with it for about an hour!
I’ve got to tell you, in this short hour, this thing is fantastically better …continue reading
Unboxing the Microsoft Surface Pro
Welcome to the unboxing of the Microsoft Surface Pro 128 gig, running on the Intel platform! I’m very happy to have this in my hands; apparently, these things were sold out — everywhere. To me this doesn’t seem like too much of a …continue reading
Questioning Office 365: Do I Need It?
Chris writes:
With the release of Office 365, I’m still a little confused. If I buy Office 365 Home Premium, it says I can install on up to five machines. This is great, but does that mean I can connect each machine to a different …continue reading
Why is the Gaming Industry Still Using Optical Media?
JDisturbed asks:
Why is the gaming industry still using optical media? With the current speeds and storage space of Flash drives and Flash media, why isn’t the industry getting back into cartridge-based gaming? With Flash media reaching storage capacities of 256 GB, and a read …continue reading
Is Technology Becoming Too Integrated into Our Lives?
At LockerGnome.net, ClosetFuturist writes:
Are we cyborgs? The short answer may seem to be no, but how much do we use man-made devices for interaction with our environment and each other? I recently read a paper on Spacetime Embedded Intelligence and, though it’s …continue reading
Technology News and Review Website Tips
At LockerGnome.net, TechnoKid7 writes:
I was wondering if you could give me some advice. I have a website about tech news and wold love to know how you capture such a big audience! I have tried all the social networking sites but it just doesn’t …continue reading
Best Smartphone for a First-Time Buyer
On LockerGnome.net, Vipul asks:
I want to buy a smartphone — my first ever — so I want some advice on which to select: will it be Galaxy Note II, SIII, Nexus 4, BlackBerry Z10, or an iPhone 4, 4s, or 5?
How Much Bandwidth Do You Need to Live Stream?
At LockerGnome.net, Lestat611 writes:
How much bandwidth would I need to live stream 720p/1080p video and audio?
Bandwidth depends on the software you’re using to live stream. Different software providers use different codecs and those codecs can, and do, change the quality of the …continue reading
Which Lightning Connector(s) Should I Get for My iPad mini?
Anthony Ricottilli writes:
I have recently purchased an iPad mini. The only accessory I feel I really need is the Camera Connection Kit. I use the one I own for my iPad 2 often. I use the iPad as my main means …continue reading
Does Microsoft Surface Run Regular Windows Programs?
At LockerGnome.net, Jeudcastaned writes:
I’m studying at a university and I program a lot. I’m looking for a tablet PC and wanted to know: what is the best — but cheapest — tablet I can use? Does the Windows Surface run programs like …continue reading
Are Macs Just for Video Editing and Graphic Design?
At LockerGnome.net, Oscar Wood asks:
Are Macs just for video editing and graphic designing?
The short answer to your question is no. There is very little you can do with a Windows-based PC that you can’t do with a Mac. That said, there …continue reading
Why Chrome and Firefox’s Adoption of WebRTC is a Good Thing
Google and Mozilla have been seen as competitors for several years in the browser space. Despite both of their browsers being built almost entirely on open source code with the help of active and supporting communities, the two browsers have been trading blows for market …continue reading
Why HP’s New Chromebook Could Be a Big Deal
HP has thrown its hat in the Chromebook arena with its first Chrome OS device. Featuring a 14-inch display, this is the largest screen you’ll find on a Chromebook. It’s also one of the more visually appealing, if you really like black hardware.
Which Camera Smartphone Should I Buy?
Jack Sanders writes:
Hello, Chris (or anybody reading this).
I want to buy a new smartphone, but I’m having some difficulty choosing one. I’m into digital photography, so I want to buy a phone with impressive camera technology. After searching the Web, I’ve come down …continue reading
Is Windows 8 on a Desktop Good for Productivity?
Joshua Henderson writes:
Hello!
I am currently running Windows 7 on my desktop and mostly use it for playing games, doing word processing, graphic design, Internet browsing, and listening to music. Recently my computer has become slow, and not as productive as I would like …continue reading
How Do I Keep My Smartphone Steady when Capturing Video?
Robert writes:
The only video camera I have is my smartphone. I want to do YouTube videos with my phone while avoiding camera shake. So is there a tripod that is made for a smartphone?
Thanks for asking me, Robert. …continue reading
