The hardware pick of the week goes to the Samsung 970 EVO SSD 1TB-M2 interface internal SSD. Slowly we're starting to see many PC builders use this type of storage device as the primary boot drive. And many should, they're ultra-fast, very compact, like literally almost the size of a stick of gum. And importantly, they're easy to install provided that your motherboard has an M.2 PCIe slot, which most in the market do have.
Admittedly I don't have Google's Pixel Buds 2, at least not yet. So my opinion on the earbuds is based entirely on an onlooker's perspective. With that said, I'm going out on a limb and give big props to the overall design of Google's latest earbuds audio iteration, the 2nd Gen Pixel Buds 2. Here’s why I like the overall design.
Today Samsung unveils the new T7 portable SSD, introduced this past January at CES 2020. The T7 SSD is the successor to the ultra-slim variant, the T5 USB-C SSD, launched in 2017. What's different about this particular version it does not feature the fingerprint sensor found on the T7 Touch, which is a few dollar$ more in price.
Role-playing games are the main staple of my overall gaming experience. I love letting my imagination immerse into the realism of the game. It’s like playing a role in a movie. Games like God of War 4, Uncharted, and Spiderman are my Top five classics. These games I just mentioned all have one thing in common. They're PlayStation exclusives. The Ghost of Tsushima looks to be another classic, and what do you know, it will also be a PlayStation exclusive
Corsair is offering what I consider to be the fastest memory kit in the computer hardware market. The Vengeance LPX DDR4-5000 will post the highest Frequencies around. Now G.SKILL's Trident Z Royal DDR4-5200 has the top frequency numbers, and have already been announced. However, Corsair's LPX DDR4-5000 will come with a steep price point at $1,000 and is readily available for consumers.
If you're interested in building a PC and on a restricted budget, who said you couldn't find quality hardware at a reasonable price point and still put together a max performing system.
Just in, as expected, webcam sales have skyrocketed since the emergence of the quarantine lockdown. Logitech, the company that manufactures all things computer peripherals, has had a 13.6 % surge in sales revenue. Because of this viral pandemic, more people are working from their homes. Videoconferencing apps such as Zoom are necessary tools allowing you to connect with multiple individuals during this international crisis we’re all experiencing virtually.
I know you readers didn't see this coming. Superhero Gear Gadget Break down? As you well know, I'm a self-proclaimed tech enthusiast. But I'm also a big fan of comics. I collect comics and comic book related accessories. With that said, let us break down Batman's Utility belt. What's really inside it?
You can't go wrong with this week's ending deal. If you're in a shopping hunt for a new TV and on a tight budget. Then take a look at the 50-inch TCL Class 5-Series 4K UHD is a quality TV retailing for just $319. For that price, you get smart, functional features offering access to thousands of streaming channels, featuring more than 500,000 movies and TV episodes via Roku TV.
This week's "hardware pick of the week" goes to AMD Ryzen 3 3300X and 3100. You can't go wrong with either processor from the Zen 2 lineup, which will offer high performance no matter the PC tasks.
Thus far, this has been somewhat of a big week of product releases and announcements from Google, Apple, and now Microsoft, which has just unveiled its smallest tablet in its Surface tablet product line, the Surface Go 2. The most significant change is the display, slightly bigger, measuring 10.5 inches, up from a 10-inch panel from the original iteration. The size of the Surface Go 2 stays the same, but you'll notice the bezel reduced ever so slightly.
To my surprise, Apple just announced its new 13-inch MacBook Pro, which will have a Magic Keyboard. And will feature an optional 10th Gen processor. You can learn more about that processor in my all you need to know post. Back to the topic at hand, the 13-inch MacBook Pro will start at $1,299.
A few days ago, Intel announced the new lineup of their 10th generation Core "Comet Lake " desktop processor. The new processor puts greater emphasis on core speed, more processing cores, and added threads. While at the same time, offering low prices in comparison to previous-gen CPUs.
It's safe to say we're are officially well into the information age. Just about every device, from smartwatches to PCs and smartphones, store, transmit, and uses data. Sadly, all that information or data flowing via cable and WiFi are susceptible to being hacked. Luckily there's a technology that will make it very difficult for hackers to gain access to information. It's called encryption keys. How it functions is what we'll examine in-depth in this latest installment of Explanation Needed.
As if now, Nintendo will start disabling user's ability to log in to Nintendo Account via Nintendo Network ID ( NNID for short); this, after several hacking attempts have compromised 160,000 accounts. Nintendo states in quote login IDs and passwords " obtained illegally by some means other than our service, "have been used since the beginning of April to gain access to any accounts.
The new iPad Pro has garnered many praises from the tech community. Many tech reviewers and consumers who were lucky enough to get their hands on the device couldn't pinpoint any noticeable flaws. But this is the iPad we're talking about here. No matter the version, it's always been miles ahead of any tablet on the market. It's the iPad, or nothing else is my quoted motto.
Drones are a unique piece of technology in modern times. It's capable of capturing excellent video operated by skilled drone pilots. Drones have changed the film industry capturing aerial shots from all angles. Drones are used at huge sporting events, provide news coverage, and assist first respondents in the wake of natural disasters. With that said, there are integral mechanical components, and features that make the drone fly so smoothly.
As a self-professed geek, my desired wish list will always be in the realm of technology. There is so much I would love to acquire right away if I had an abundant amount of resources. So I put together this list based on need and how much use I’ll get from these devices. Soon, I will eventually make a purchase. In no particular order, here’s my Top Five tech wish list. I’m sure the devices on this list I compiled will be fully used.
I'm always intrigued by companies that develop useful tools ( software) that benefit the masses. I'm referring to what Facebook is cooking up with their new Kit, which is an app for the Apple Watch that will allow any individual to keep in close contact with friends without having to address your smartphone. Kit, which is an acronym for keep in touch, will coincide with Facebook messenger and lets anyone send messages with just one single tap, which includes audio recordings, emoji, location sharing, scribbles, or dictation input.
In the midst of what's going on in the world, the last thing I expected was great news from coming to Sony. A few days ago, the tech giant revealed the DualSense PS5 controller that's filled with some intriguing features. The controller will be launched right alongside the PS5 console in late 2020 right before the Xmas shopping season.
