Product photography isn’t an activity exclusive to product makers, photographers, and online stores. It’s quickly becoming an important part of life for a variety of new media outlets ranging from blogs and affiliate sites to full-blown video production.

Being able to capture a good product …continue reading

Is storing all of your data in the cloud enough of a safeguard against losing it should disaster strike? I wouldn’t recommend it, but then I wouldn’t recommend simply following one backup regimen, either. Having a backup of a backup — and, yes, even a …continue reading

Sony’s NEX cameras — particularly the Sony NEX 6 and the Sony NEX 5N — have taken the latest mirrorless interchangeable lens camera trend to a level that is giving entry-level DSLRs a run for their money. Not only are we seeing more amateur photographers …continue reading

What makes for good laptops — or any kind of portable computing devices — when you’re on the go?

I may prefer my iPad (and the tablet form factor) to the traditional laptop model when I’m traveling because it’s just so darned portable, but I …continue reading

Are you familiar with Philips Lighting? Adjusting the lighting conditions in your home can make a dramatic change in how your living space feels to you and your guests. Adding a touch of color can set a mood, enhance your decor, and otherwise free you …continue reading

Picture the scene: your car has broken down on the interstate; all that is needed to get you back into moving traffic is a Phillips head screwdriver, but you accidentally left your travel toolbox in your garage the last time you were spring cleaning, and …continue reading

It’s bound to happen sooner or later. Your beloved computer has served past its prime and it’s just not performing as efficiently as it once did. Newer software often demands higher equipment specifications, and time has, as it does to us all, worn down your …continue reading

Rode (properly branded as RØDE) makes some of the most popular professional audio devices on the market today. Currently, the Rode VideoMic Pro is attached to the camera I use to record TLDR every weekday. It’s a …continue reading

When you are going through the motions of choosing between AMD or NVIDIA, does it really matter? At LockerGnome.net, Tg1998 asks:

AMD or NVIDIA: does the brand of a video card matter? Also, where do you buy NVIDIA’s reference cards?

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Looking for a camcorder that will record decent video but also fit comfortably into your budget? At LockerGnome.net, LukeS writes:

A group of friends and I are looking to start posting some videos on YouTube. I was wondering if anyone knows of a camcorder that …continue reading

Nathan W. writes:

I am looking for a wireless keyboard for my Windows 7-powered laptop because I end up “docking” my computer and don’t want to keep reaching out to the built-in keyboard to type. Since I’m on a PC, an Apple keyboard is out, …continue reading

When seeking processor punch for your buck, should you go with Intel Atom or Intel Core i5? Alex Dmytruszko writes:

Hi Chris,

I’d like to know your opinion on the Atom Z2760 processor in comparison to the Intel Core i5 processor. I am in the …continue reading

Asking the age-old question of whether you should shut down your computer or leave it running when you’re not actually using it, Bryce writes:

What is the best way to leave a computer idle? Should I shut down, log off, or let the screen saver …continue reading

Want a simple answer to the cloud storage vs. NAS (network-attached storage) dilemma? Thesarcasticook writes:

Hi, Chris!

I’m starting to get into the idea of cloud storage and have actually used up my free space in both Dropbox and Google Drive. I really don’t want …continue reading

Is getting a hybrid hard drive for your laptop worth it? Michael Varden writes:

Is a hybrid hard drive a good option in a laptop?

Many companies will let you configure your own specification for notebooks, so if a notebook can hold two hard drives, …continue reading

Ravtoy writes:

I want to purchase the new 20-inch Sony Tap, but one complaint mentioned in a few reviews I have read is the lack of HDMI ports on this PC all-in-one device.

First, what is your opinion of this new type of PC; second, …continue reading

Alan Dickinson writes:

Hi, Chris. I was wondering what you would recommend as an external monitor for an rMBP; is it as simple as the Thunderbolt display, or are there other good (if not better) options out there? Primarily I’m looking toward a 27″ monitor; …continue reading

At LockerGnome.net, IamTechCrazy writes:

I’ve always wondered why the default letter for Windows OS drive is “C.”

This is a good question, and the answer date backs to the early days of personal computing. Believe it or not, personal computers didn’t start out …continue reading

Hear, here!

Are those earbuds you’re wearing? I guess they get the job done well enough if you’re trying to listen to music, podcasts, or audiobooks on the daily train commute to wherever it is you go these days. They’re practical on …continue reading

Someone was asking me the other day about Raspberry Pi vs. Arduino. I had no idea how to answer. Luckily, once again, Lance Seidman was able to come to the rescue! He writes:

Hi, Chris.

To be very honest, …continue reading

At LockerGnome.net, lorddresefer writes:

I am torn between Samsung’s Chromebook or the Nexus 7 tablet as they are at the same exact price point. Both seem great for surfing the Web / email / usual things that every single person mentions.

What I …continue reading

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

By and large, the difference between the Kindle Fire HD and the iPad — for most consumers — will boil down to price. That is a big separator for most consumers. If you only have $200 to spend, the Kindle Fire HD …continue reading

This is a sponsored post written on behalf of Fellowes for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

This isn't your grandpappy's paper shredder. The 73Ci from Fellowes, Inc. may look like a standard paper shredder, but its integrated 100% jam-proof SafeSense …continue reading

At LockerGnome.net, tg1998 asks:

Would it be better to use three 2 TB hard drives or two 3 TB hard drives? Thanks!

This is an interesting question, and the best answer depends entirely on what you plan to use the drives for. A …continue reading

Chucky writes:

In your opinion, what makes a device obsolete? Is it the discontinuation of updates (or the inability to cope with current technology), discontinuation of production, emergence of a new and better technology in the same field, or simply the introduction of a new …continue reading

Gabriel writes:

I have recently acquired the new Samsung Chromebook and I’m very pleased. I was looking for a sort of “Top 10″ of budget accessories and/or essentials. Do you have any recommendations?

It’s so good to hear that …continue reading