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Topdon TC001

Topdon TC001 review: A brilliant thermal imaging camera

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 23.03.2023
Thermal imaging cameras can detect infrared radiation and translate it into visible images. Such devices can be useful in a wide range of applications, such as inspecting electrical systems, finding heat or water leaks, or detecting fire hazards. In this review, I’m testing the performance...
JPG or PNG

How to change the screenshot format on Android: PNG to JPG & back

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 22.03.2023
By default, the Android operating system saves all your screenshots using the PNG file format. But what if you want to change the screenshot format from PNG to JPG? Or what if your phone’s manufacturer changed this default behavior, and your new Android device stores...
Windows 11 taskbar

How to add or remove items from the taskbar in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 20.03.2023
If you’re wondering how to add an icon to the taskbar in Windows 11, it all depends on what you want. There are several ways to pin a shortcut to the taskbar, and you can also include any taskbar items and corner icons you find...
Recording video

How to screen record on iPhone in 3 easy steps

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 17.03.2023
Knowing how to record your screen on an iPhone can come in handy in a variety of situations. Whether you want to record gameplay, create a tutorial, or document a software bug, an iPhone screen recording is a convenient and straightforward way to capture what’s...
Notepad in Windows 11

How to use Notepad in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 16.03.2023
Do you need to jot down a few thoughts in a text file? Are you trying to make a list on your computer and looking for an easy-to-use app that lets you do that? Whatever it is, if all you intend to do is write...
Samsung Galaxy S23+

Samsung Galaxy S23+ review: Large, fast, and light!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 15.03.2023
People who are into large smartphones but don’t have the budget to buy the very expensive Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will surely look at the Samsung Galaxy S23+ when doing their research. This model packs the same hardware and features as the smaller Galaxy S23,...
Windows 11 Widgets

How to work with Windows 11’s Widgets

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 14.03.2023
The widgets on Windows 11 are Microsoft’s attempt to bring you quick snippets of information and news, all in the same place. You can use the Windows 11 Widgets panel to get a fast overview of the data you need, be it the latest weather...
ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ

ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ review: A fast 4K IPS gaming monitor

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 14.03.2023
I recently decided to change my main monitor and replace it with a new one with a 4K resolution. As I also wanted something that offers excellent performance in gaming, I chose to try the ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ. Featuring a 4K IPS panel with...
Bing Chat and ChatGPT

Bing Chat and ChatGPT come to Windows: Here’s how they work

  • misc
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 13.03.2023
ChatGPT is not just this unusual artificial intelligence or weird chatbot that can explain Quantum Theory to a child in the style of Snoop Dogg. And Bing Chat is more than just an AI playing the role of a manic-depressive teenager, calling itself Sydney, or...
Search in Windows 11

How to use Windows 11’s Search

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 10.03.2023
Windows Search is a feature that has been around for more than 15 years, starting with the ancient Windows Vista. It has evolved and matured over the years, and in the latest iteration of Windows 11, it is (theoretically) simpler, faster, and more efficient than...
Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony WH-1000XM5 review: Almost perfect!

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 09.03.2023
Sony’s most popular consumer-class noise-canceling headphones lineup recently expanded with a new model, the WH-1000XM5. Building on the foundation laid out by the previous models, the Sony WH-1000XM5 promises even better audio quality and noise-canceling efficiency than the older WH-1000XM4. Does it really manage to...
AMD EXPO vs. Intel XMP

AMD EXPO vs. Intel XMP: How are they different? Which is better?

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 08.03.2023
Along with releasing their latest Ryzen 7000 processors, AMD also revealed information regarding AMD EXPO. If you’ve been looking at DDR5 RAM options, you probably noticed that some of them are compatible with Intel XMP, while others are certified for AMD EXPO. What do these...
ASUS ROG Destrier Ergo

ASUS ROG Destrier Ergo review: The Sci-Fi ergonomic chair!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 07.03.2023
Even though I’ve been using gaming chairs for years, I’m not generally too fond of them. That’s because some of their features, like lumbar and neck support, are usually poorly designed and don’t really help in improving your health and posture. They’re mostly marketing gimmicks,...
Shared folders

How to view your shared folders in Windows (3 ways)

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 06.03.2023
Are you looking for an answer to the question: “Where can I see all the folders shared on my Windows computer or device?”. We thought it was a really good question, and we decided to answer it. There are three different alternatives to view your...
Synology DiskStation DS223

Synology DiskStation DS223 review: Compact and efficient!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 03.03.2023
Synology recently launched a new Network Attached Storage (NAS) solution aimed at home users and small businesses that want to create a secure private cloud or data backup hub. It features a compact design, an efficient ARM processor, and Synology’s powerful DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating...
Windows 11

Windows 11 Moment 2 update is here: 7 essential enhancements!

  • misc
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 02.03.2023
While Microsoft releases a major Windows 11 feature update every year, some people find this rhythm too slow. So, to keep the momentum going, Microsoft also launches smaller updates called Moments in the form of cumulative updates, which bring new features to Windows 11 users....
13th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor

Intel Core i7-13700K review: High performance, balanced pricing

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 01.03.2023
Starting with the 12th Gen and continuing with the 13th Generation Raptor Lake architecture, Intel has some of the best desktop processors. One of the most attractive models is the Intel Core i7-13700K, a CPU that can reach 5.40 GHz in boost mode, with 16...