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review realme 11 Pro+ 5G review: Amazing camera in a beautiful package

realme 11 Pro+ 5G review: Amazing camera in a beautiful package

The realme 11 Pro+ 5G is a smartphone that many Android fans have anxiously been expecting to launch. With a mid-range chipset and a relatively affordable price, this smartphone promises an elegant design, a beautiful display, incredibly fast charging, and an excellent camera. I received it in testing a couple of days before its official launch, and now I’m excited to tell you all
review HUAWEI Watch 4 Pro review: Excellent health & sports tracking!

HUAWEI Watch 4 Pro review: Excellent health & sports tracking!

HUAWEI just launched two new smartwatches, which bring some interesting innovations in the area of health tracking: the HUAWEI Watch 4 and the HUAWEI Watch 4 Pro. I was curious to test them, and the company sent me their best model: the HUAWEI Watch 4 Pro. It’s an elegant watch made from durable materials, with a design appealing to male audiences. If you want
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 review: Cleaning and mopping on a budget!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 review: Cleaning and mopping on a budget!

Robot vacuum cleaners are popular, and for a good reason: they help us automate a task that a lot of people dread doing regularly. Many such devices are advanced and incredibly efficient, but they’re expensive, and not everyone can afford them. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly solution, Xiaomi has you covered. For about 200 USD, Xiaomi Robot Vacuum E10 can vacuum and mop
review Samsung Galaxy A34 5G review: A common sense Android

Samsung Galaxy A34 5G review: A common sense Android

Are you looking for a mid-range Android smartphone with 5G connectivity? One with a pleasant design, a beautiful display, a good camera, and a large battery? Then you might want to consider the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G. Launched in March 2024, this reasonably-priced 5G smartphone has more than just a few tricks up its sleeve. In this review, I’ll share my personal experience using

Connect your Android phone to a Windows PC with Phone Link

Phone Link is Microsoft’s attempt to keep you in front of your Windows computer even while using your Android device. The app syncs your Android smartphone to your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC, helping you get notifications, calls, and texts on your desktop. This tutorial illustrates how to set up and use Phone Link to connect your Android smartphone or tablet and your Windows computer or device: [DC-SUMMARY-BREAK] NOTE:
review TP-Link Archer AX73 review: Affordable mid-ranger!

TP-Link Archer AX73 review: Affordable mid-ranger!

Midrange wireless routers are very competitive in terms of pricing and there’s a variety of options available. If you’re looking for a good Wi-Fi 6 router with useful advanced features, you’ll come across the TP-Link AX5400 or Archer AX73 in shops both online and offline. Before buying it, it’s a good idea to read an in-depth review like this one, check the router’s strengths
review IIYAMA ProLite XUB2492HSC-B5 review: Good for laptop users

IIYAMA ProLite XUB2492HSC-B5 review: Good for laptop users

The IIYAMA ProLite XUB2492HSC-B5 is a monitor equipped with a USB-C port that allows you to use it as a docking station. Thus, it makes for an interesting choice if you rely on your laptop both for work and at home but you’d like more screen estate than what your notebook’s built-in display offers. Featuring an IPS panel and a lot of adjustment options,
tutorial How to use Android Nearby Share with Windows PCs

How to use Android Nearby Share with Windows PCs

Google’s Nearby Share feature offers a convenient way to transfer photos, videos, documents, and other files wirelessly between Android devices without using the internet or a USB cable. But did you know that Nearby Share is available on PC also, not just on Android devices? In this guide, I’ll show you how to use Google’s Nearby Share app to share files between your Android
review Intel NUC 12 Mini PC Enthusiast Kit review: Good for gaming!

Intel NUC 12 Mini PC Enthusiast Kit review: Good for gaming!

The market for mini computers seems to be growing year after year, and more and more manufacturers are designing and creating such devices. Fortunately, there’s a niche for small gaming PCs too, and one of the largest hardware companies in the world, Intel, is focusing on it. In today’s review, I’m going to take a look at the Intel NUC 12 Mini PC Enthusiast
review TP-Link Tapo C420S2 review: Capable and reasonably-priced!

TP-Link Tapo C420S2 review: Capable and reasonably-priced!

If you’re looking for an easy-to-use security camera for your home or office, one that doesn’t cost a fortune, you should check out the TP-Link Tapo C420S2. This wireless two-camera kit offers 2K QHD video, night vision, motion detection, two-way audio, and local and cloud storage for your recordings. Each Tapo C420S2 camera also has its own battery, allowing you to monitor areas with
tutorial How to use Nearby Share on Android

How to use Nearby Share on Android

Nearby Share is a feature available on Android that allows you to share files, photos, links, and more with other nearby devices. It works with or without an internet connection, using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or mobile data to create a secure connection between the devices. Do you want to know how it all works? If you do, here’s how to use Nearby Share on Android
review AMD Radeon RX 7600 review: 1080p gaming for all

AMD Radeon RX 7600 review: 1080p gaming for all

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is the latest entry in Team Red’s mainstream range of graphics cards. According to AMD, this mid-range GPU offers excellent performance in 1080p gaming and should be a great choice for those who want an upgrade over their two-generation old graphics cards. In this review, I’ll walk you through the AMD Radeon RX 7600’s essential tech specs, we’ll take
article Intel NUC 13 Pro & NUC 13 Extreme: Business or gaming?

Intel NUC 13 Pro & NUC 13 Extreme: Business or gaming?

Intel recently launched two new series of Mini PCs in the Intel NUC family. These are the Intel NUC 13 Pro and Intel NUC 13 Extreme, two types of small form factor PCs designed and aimed at different audiences, but both offering high computing performance and plenty of customization options. While the Intel NUC 13 Pro is aimed at businesses in need of powerful
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 review: For mid-sized living spaces!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 review: For mid-sized living spaces!

Xiaomi recently launched a new lineup of smart devices, which includes new robot vacuum cleaners for all budgets. These devices have gotten smarter and more efficient in the last couple of years, and I was curious to see the progress made by Xiaomi. So the company sent me their Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 (model number B106GL) for testing: it’s a mid-range robot vacuum cleaner
review HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

When publishing this review, HUAWEI just released its latest flagship smartphone in Europe: the HUAWEI P60 Pro. As one of the first people to test it, I can say that it’s an impressive smartphone in many key areas, from its elegant design to the outstanding camera system. And, if you compare it to other flagship devices from Samsung and Apple, the fast charging of
article What is USB? Types of USB, speeds, ports & connectors

What is USB? Types of USB, speeds, ports & connectors

The USB technology has been around for almost three decades now. We’ve become so used to it that we take it for granted and don’t consider it special. Although you surely used a USB device, it is possible that you don’t really know what USB means and what it does. You might have heard some acronyms like USB Type C or USB 3, but
review Razer Stream Controller X review: Hotkeys on your desk

Razer Stream Controller X review: Hotkeys on your desk

Over the last decade, streaming has turned from something curious to something that’s now mainstream. :) As such, more and more specialized applications and devices have surfaced on the market. Such is the case with desktop controllers that aim to offer a faster and more handy way of launching apps and performing various actions on your PC without having to rely on keyboard shortcuts
tutorial How to change the screen timeout on iPhone

How to change the screen timeout on iPhone

It’s important to learn how to change the screen timeout on iPhone. Maybe your hands are full while following instructions on your device’s display, so it would be helpful to know how to keep your iPhone screen on. Or perhaps you want to learn how to change Auto-Lock on iPhone to protect your data from unauthorized access or to save battery. Regardless of your