Hardware Archives

It was about a year ago that I built my most recent computer. Loyal readers may remember that it didn't go as planned. Once I got past the initial issues, the computer has been working very well for me. When I built the computer, I installed 32 GB of RAM. Recently...

I last bought a new computer case more than a decade ago. Each time I've upgraded my computer, I've swapped out the guts of the computer and put them into the same old case. Why? In short, I chose a great case that I really like. I'm not planning on replacing the...

Remember the days when we had to wait and wait to see our photos after they were taken? Then we ended up with prints and often double prints of all the images. Nowadays you have to work a little harder to get prints of your photos. I'll share info on a printer...

Recently I've watched some blockbuster movies on a TV with no external speakers. While I enjoyed the movies, something was lacking without the big sound. I'm all for a nice surround sound stereo system connected to a TV to get that big sound, though I realize it...

Every time I think about moving large amounts of data around, I go back to the days of SyQuest drives that held a whopping 44 MB of data. Then I look at the 64 GB USB key plugged into my computer right now. We've come a long way. Today I'm going to look at some...

Last week I talked about the Intel Core i9-10900K processor. If you missed it, read Intel Core i9-10900K Desktop Processor – 10 Cores up to 5.3 GHz. This week I'll pair it up with a powerful motherboard. Yes, there will be an Amazon purchase link that can earn me a...

The CPU in your computer determines many of the features you enjoy and it can be one of the main sources for speed. Of course new processors are regularly released and each year the speed increases. Today we'll look at one of the latest and greatest. Yes, I'll...

I've never been a fan of plastic water bottles and I routinely drink tap water. It tastes fine to me, though I realize it may not be as healthy as something more filtered. Today I'm going to share the system I'm going to install to provide better water. Yes, there...

More people are working from home. Even TV interviews are conducted via an online platform from homes. We get to see the bookshelves, living rooms and basements of personalities. But to get the best picture, it is important to have a good Webcam. Today we'll...

As laptops continue to get smaller, the connectors provided become even more limited. Today I'll provide a quick list of adapters that can expand your connections. Yes, there will be Amazon links that can earn me a very small commission. No, I didn't get any free...

I've had my Samsung Galaxy Watch for over a year and a half and I'm (Still) Loving My Samsung Galaxy Watch. Samsung has released some newer watches as have other companies. Today we're going to look at the latest from Garmin as it might just be the best fitness...

I admit that writing about hard drives is pretty boring. Yet most of us need them to store data for us. SSD drives are a lot faster, but they are also much more expensive. I'll include links to buy the drives listed from Amazon and I do earn a very small...

I can't remember a time in my life when there wasn't a scale somewhere in the house. It seemed simple enough to keep track of whether my weight was going up or down. Things have changed so much in the last few years and so today I'll look at a scale that does so...

I've written a few posts recently about getting the sound just right. Today we're going to see if we can improve the lighting. I'll include an Amazon link which pays me a tiny commission if you order and I've not gotten anything for free. Above you'll see all the...

Most all computer users rely on their keyboard to input text into the computer. I've not hidden my keyboard preference for the Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard. For more on my choice, read New Keyboard Same as the Old Keyboard. Today we're going to look at very...

The last two weeks I've talked about a great microphone and some microphone accessories. Today we'll continue on the audio theme with a mixing board. Yes, I'll share an Amazon link for which I receive a very small commission. No, I didn't get one for free. At least...

In last week's post, Capture Better Sounds With beyerdynamic FOX Microphone, I told you about a really good microphone. Sometimes you need a few accessories to go with your microphone so that you can get the best recordings. I'll tell you about two of those today....

I've been using a graphic tablet to interact with my computers for more than 25 years and have owned a number of different tablets during that timeframe. Today we're going to look at a Wacom tablet that integrates a display so that you can draw directly on your...

Before I talk about a cool camera, I wanted to share some photos (and a video in the comments) of some baby hummingbirds in my neighborhood. For those viewing this post on the Web, the Facebook post is visible below. Those reading via email will have to click to...

I get email from loyal readers asking me about a product covered in earlier blog posts. There are a number of ways to find those old posts and a new one has been added. First and foremost, I have to use the exact methods described here to answer the question when...

With much of the world being told to stay at home, the demand for streaming TV has increased dramatically in the past month. I'm going to revisit two devices I've discussed at length in the past as they provide a way for you to stream all of your favorites, or at...

WiFi in the past has been extremely confusion with a mish-mash of letters and numbers. Thankfully the powers that be have simplified the system with a version number. So what was once known as 802.11ax is now know as WiFi 6 and it brings stronger and faster...