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Ten reasons why the Task Manager rocks in Windows 10 (and in Windows 8.1)

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Codrut Neagu
05.07.2017

The Task Manager has always been one of the most useful tools in Windows, but it has also been one of the most boring ones. Fortunately, that was a thing of the past, as the new Task Manager from Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 went...

7 ways in which the 2017 version of the Nokia 3310 betrays its predecessor from 2000

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Codrut Neagu
30.06.2017

HMD Global, the new owner of the Nokia brand, released a new version of the legendary Nokia 3310 phone. The hype around this phone skyrocketed, and people were excited to hear about the resurrection of this phone. After all, it's not every day that you...

HyperX Pulsefire FPS review: Aim or twitch, the end will always be a frag

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Codrut Neagu
30.06.2017

HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston, is well known for its high-quality RAM, flash memory sticks, and gaming headsets. We've also seen them design and create a mechanical keyboard recently, but we've never seen a gaming mouse coming out of their factories. Things have changed...

What were Windows Essentials and how can you install them today?

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Codrut Neagu
29.06.2017

Windows Essentials, also known as Windows Live Essentials, used to be a suite of useful Windows programs that were developed by Microsoft. The suite was free and included apps for e-mail management, instant messaging, photo management and sharing, blogging, and parental controls. Although Windows Essentials...

Reviewing the Nokia 3310 - How nostalgia sells mediocre phones at a high price

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Codrut Neagu
26.06.2017

These days we tested one of the ghosts of the last decade: the Nokia 3310! You surely have heard of it. It is one of the most emblematic phones of the early 2000s. There are a lot of people who still remember this phone and...

Reviewing the ASUS ROG Strix Impact - A "no-fuss, no-frills" gaming mouse

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Codrut Neagu
23.06.2017

The ASUS ROG Strix Impact is one of the newest additions to the family of gaming accessories of the Republic of Gamers brand. It is a what you would call an entry-level gaming mouse, without the bells and whistles of its pricier brethren. But does...

Reviewing the HyperX Cloud Revolver S - Exquisite gaming headset with cinematic sound

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Codrut Neagu
21.06.2017

HyperX has managed to become one of the most prominent names on the market for gaming peripherals. One of the main reasons they've achieved that is the fact that they offer many high-quality accessories at a reasonable price. However, this doesn't mean that they don't...

Reviewing the TP-Link UP525 Fast USB Charger - Quick charge your family's gadgets

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Codrut Neagu
20.06.2017

We received an interesting device for testing, called TP-Link 5-Port Fast USB Charger (UP525). As its name accurately suggests, this is a charger that allows you to simultaneously charge up to five different devices using USB cables. The manufacturing company also says that it benefits...

What is exFAT and why is it useful?

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Codrut Neagu
19.06.2017

Did you hear about exFAT? It is the new kid in town when it comes to file systems that are used on flash drives and mobile devices. If you are both a Windows and a Mac OS user, you are probably familiar with exFAT, but...

Microsoft ships the new Surface Pro. 11 things you need to know!

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
15.06.2017

As of June 15th, 2017, Microsoft ships the new Surface Pro, which everyone thought would be named Surface Pro 5. Microsoft has decided to quit numbering this device, and it offers a new version, without any number attached to its name, but with many improvements....

Acer Aspire V 17 Nitro Black Edition review - What does the 2017 update improve?

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
09.06.2017

Aspire V 17 Nitro is Acer's top laptop series designed for gamers who are interested in the ultimate performance at a reasonable price. The series is not new and it has recently received a refresh. In 2017, Acer bundles the latest Kaby Lake processors from...

Kingston DataTraveler microDuo 3C - Dual memory stick with USB Type C and USB 3.0 connectivity

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
07.06.2017

USB Type-C is getting a lot of traction, and it is used on many smartphones, tablets, and ultrabooks. Even gaming laptops now include a USB Type-C port. This new port is tiny, fast and it can also be used for charging your devices. However, it...

Reviewing ASUS ROG GR8 II - The mini gaming PC that will conquer your home

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
31.05.2017

ASUS ROG GR8 II is a very exciting mini gaming PC that promises to offer a lot of power in a small central unit that rivals your gaming console. This mini PC looks great, comes in several hardware configurations, is VR Ready and fits anywhere...

The Control Panel in Windows - How to switch to the Classic Windows XP view

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Codrut Neagu
30.05.2017

The Control Panel is one the most used features in Windows 7, and it's still a critical tool in Windows 8.1 and even in Windows 10. And that's for a very good reason: it includes many useful tools and configuration items. Although over time, the...

Reviewing the TP-LINK NC450 camera - Affordable and convenient!

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
30.05.2017

Do you need an affordable camera for supervising a small to a medium-sized area in your home or workplace? Do you want to see what your children or your pets are doing when you are not at home? Do you need to keep an eye...

Simple questions: What is a SoC (System on a Chip)?

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Codrut Neagu
29.05.2017

We bet that most people who have a good knowledge of technology have heard the term SoC or System on a Chip. It wasn't much of a thing 20 years ago, or at least it was not something as widely used as it is today,...

Which is the best startup manager for Windows?

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Codrut Neagu
26.05.2017

Some of our readers asked us to recommend the best programs for managing the Windows startup. We listened to their request, and we did some thorough testing on the subject. Now we are ready to share our recommendations for the best startup managers we have...

Reviewing the ASUS RT-AC53 router - What does this affordable router have to offer?

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
25.05.2017

ASUS RT-AC53 is a very affordable wireless router and many people who want to save money and enjoy a reasonably fast network, might consider purchasing it. This router promises to give you all the basics you need for a wireless network in your home, support...

How to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
18.04.2024

Microsoft's support for Windows 10 will end on October 14th, 2025. After that date, you have to pay a lot of money to get security updates, and you can do so only for the first three years. Therefore, if you...

How to turn off an Android phone

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Codrut Neagu
17.04.2024

Do you need to shut down your Android phone but aren’t sure how to do it? Rest easy: whether you have a Samsung Galaxy or another Android device, turning it off is a simple process as long as you know...

Windows 10 Media Creation Tool: Create Windows 10 installation media

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Ciprian Adrian Rusen
12.04.2024

If you want to install or reinstall Windows 10 on any device, you must create installation media, such as a bootable USB flash drive, a DVD, or an ISO file containing the Windows 10 setup. While there are various tools...

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER WINDFORCE 16G review

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Codrut Neagu
17.04.2024

As its name implies, the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER WINDFORCE 16G is a graphics card based on the RTX 4080 SUPER GPU from NVIDIA, which is the latest and probably the final iteration in the GeForce RTX 40-series. One...

Samsung Galaxy A35 review: Affordable mid-ranger with solid cameras

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Codrut Neagu
15.04.2024

In this review, I’m going to tell you about the Samsung Galaxy A35, the company’s latest affordable mid-ranger that has to distinguish itself from the huge variety of offerings from other manufacturers. Some of its competitors boast better hardware specifications...

ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless review: Precision in a compact layout

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Codrut Neagu
19.03.2024

If you’re looking for a wireless gaming keyboard with top-notch performance, durability, and plenty of customization options, you may want to take a look at the ASUS ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless. This mechanical keyboard is silent, it offers...