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.

Hybrid is the best description you can use for this exciting mixture of mouse and controller. On the right side of the mouse, there's controller style analog joystick. Users can customize it, replacing Omron switches and three different size joystick buttons, enabling hand comfort.

Excellent aesthetics is not what makes a quality CPU cooler. Although you do have some coolers on the market that have a unique construction, it's not entirely just about the design, the importance of functionality should be the primary focus—the CPU coolers innate ability to stabilize the processor under heavy use. Be Quiet, no, I'm not telling you readers to shut up; it is the name of a reputable company that produces quality coolers, PC cases, and power supply units: their latest creation. Shadow Rock 3, has me filled with intrigue.

In 2018, Apple launched the iPad Pro. In my opinion, the tablet is one of the best mobile devices in its entire product line. The iPad Pro offers consumers everything you can ask for in a near-perfect tablet. It has a sleek, simplistic design, and that performs well due in part to its impeccable embedded hardware. And a stunning display that offers crisp and sharp visuals. Yes, the tablet is all that and then some.

While browsing the world wide web, it has come to my discovery Microsoft, the software giant has unveiled the newest version of their DirectX API. Interestingly, a version number will no longer be used. Instead, it will be labeled as DirectX 12 Ultimate. The announcement made before the beginning of DirectX 12 Developer Day 2020.

When it comes to reviewing audio devices, particularly headphones, for me, it can be tricky since I'm not an expert in audio technology. But the ears know the quality sound when I hear it. So the review of the new Galaxy Buds+ will be based solely on a consumer perspective since I did purchase the earbuds with my hard-earned money. Being the owner of the original Galaxy Buds, I can say I’m very impressed with the sound and features. Let's say the compliments most certainly outweigh the negatives.