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4 Meta Quest apps you won't want to miss

Congratulations on securing your Meta Quest headset and welcome to the metaverse. Believe it or not that’s not the cringiest thing you’ll hear this year. Just wait until your stepbrother tries to explain how he’s minting and selli...

Brahm Shank, 24 Feb 2022 20:58

Teach the employees at the Genius Bar something new with the tips you'll learn on this list. (Image Source: Apple/ Own)

The 5 most indispensable iPhone shortcuts that every owner should know

Your iPhone is more capable than you think. Tap, swipe, and long press your way through these tips to get the most out of your favorite Apple smartphone. Remember to use these shortcuts to trim down your workflow and boost your pr...

Brahm Shank, 23 Feb 2022 19:59

Working on the beach, by the pool or in the Andes mountains may be just what you need to prevent the stress of your psycho manager from getting to you. Photo by Alesia Gritcuk on Unsplash

3 laptops that perfectly complement a working holiday

Going on a trip and need a laptop to get some work done while you're on the road? Whether you're on the hunt for a Windows or MacOS device, your leisurely productivity needs are sure to be covered by at least one of the devices on...

Julian van der Merwe, 22 Feb 2022 21:52

Dear Apple, please USB-C all the things... (Image Source: Unsplash)

3 mildly infuriating reasons why Apple should kill the Lightning cable

Apple’s infamous Lightning connector has served as a sounding board for anti-Apple propaganda by Android fans and tech pundits alike for many years. Let’s brush the dust off this ancient I/O and explore all the reasons why Apple s...

Brahm Shank, 22 Feb 2022 04:43

Lenovo Vantage presents you with information and useful system settings. (Image source: Lenovo/Author - edited)

4 Lenovo Vantage software features that make it better than bloatware

Lenovo's Vantage software is included from the factory in most of the OEM's laptops nowadays. While it provides the usual warranty and diagnostic information, here are some extra-neat features that may prevent you from uninstallin...

Julian van der Merwe, 21 Feb 2022 06:34

Dear analysts, stop calling it a "spring event"? Spring in the US doesn't start until 3/20... (Image Source: Apple/Edited)

Top 3 things to expect from Apple's rumored Spring Event

Last year, Apple held a Spring Event chock-full of new hardware releases. Recent rumors suggest 2022 will be no different with a brand-new iPhone SE, iPad Air, and new Mac(s) expected at an upcoming virtual event in early March. L...

Brahm Shank, 17 Feb 2022 00:45

Samung Galaxy S22 phones in a variety of colors. (Image Source: Samsung Newsroom)

3 genuinely upsetting things about the Samsung Galaxy S22 lineup

Samsung is no stranger to broken promises, half truths, and retracted statements. Just ask foldable fans who wanted eSIM or Galaxy Buds Plus users who were looking forward to Multichannel Audio. The list could go on. Let’s take a ...

Brahm Shank, 15 Feb 2022 19:38

4 controversial laptop trends that should never have made it mainstream

Laptop hardware has come so far since its inception. We have gone from having hideous, slow, thick monstrosities to thin, beautiful designs that come dangerously close to rivalling desktop performance. So where did these next wack...

Julian van der Merwe, 14 Feb 2022 19:35

Level up your Apple Silicon workflow on Mac with these amazing iPad apps. (Image Source: Apollo, Soor, ONE METEO/ Edited)

Top 3 iPad apps you will absolutely love on your Apple Silicon Mac

Congratulations on getting your new Apple Silicon Mac! Whether you are the kind of user that spends most of your time doomscrolling Reddit, jamming out to your favorite tunes, or constantly glancing at your local weather, these si...

Brahm Shank, 14 Feb 2022 00:47

The Apple Macbook Pro M1. (Source: Apple.com)

4 laptops to consider if you're not a fan of MacOS but want something like a MacBook Pro

Love it or hate it, Apple has turned its MacBook line into a tech icon. In 2021, the tech giant launched an all-new line-up of MacBooks with the impressively powerful M1 series of processors. But what if you're not a fan of MacOS ...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Feb 2022 21:12

Make your iPad last longer than ever before with these helpful tips! (Image Source: Unsplash)

4 ways you can maximize battery life on your iPad

Whether you are trying to squeeze in the last few minutes of an in-flight movie, or struggling to meet that presentation deadline on time, we could all use a little more battery life on our iPad. Follow the tips on this list to sq...

Brahm Shank, 10 Feb 2022 20:13

Top 4 features that make the Google Pixel 6 stand out

The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have proven to be some of Google's most successful releases to date, having broken sales records despite a less-than-perfect launch season. Why have the devices been so popular? Let's have a look...

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Feb 2022 23:52

iPhone 14 Pro concept rendered in four distinct finishes. (Image Source: Twitter - @Apple_Tomorrow)

3 features we really need to see in iPhone 14

For iPhone users looking to push their devices to the max, let us take a look at three highly-anticipated features that enthusiasts are hoping we will see in the iPhone 14 lineup later this year. “No-notch November” predictions as...

Brahm Shank, 09 Feb 2022 19:55

Finding the perfect wireless headphones for your routine can be a challenge. (Image Source: Unsplash/Edited)

3 wireless headphones every fitness fanatic should try

Step aside self-proclaimed audiophiles because this list is for active listeners who value durability, convenience, and just the right punch of bass needed to get those last few reps in. The fuss-free wireless headphones on this l...

Brahm Shank, 07 Feb 2022 18:10

A handful of the many new features in the iOS 15.4 Developer Beta (Image Source: Apple/Edited)

4 iOS 15.4 features to get excited for

Feeling like iPhone updates have been a bit of a snooze-fest lately? You are not alone. The good news is iOS 15.4 introduces a plethora of amazingly useful and highly requested features ahead of Apple’s next major iteration. Let’s...

Brahm Shank, 03 Feb 2022 18:54

3 tech trends that took off during the pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we all live our lives. Everything from work to hobbies and habits have all had to adapt and change. Let's take a look at how tech trends have changed as our lives have changed during the p...

Julian van der Merwe, 02 Feb 2022 18:21

Serving straight up vaporware makes for a rotten Apple (Image Source: Unsplash)

4 times Apple didn't deliver what was promised

From the slow and painful death of a so-called revolutionary charging mat to the promise of digital IDs in the Wallet app, let us take a trip down memory lane and relive some of the times our favorite fruit company served up a “ba...

Brahm Shank, 02 Feb 2022 00:21

iPad Pro pictured with Magic Keyboard (Image Source: Unsplash)

4 gamechanging keyboard shortcuts that every iPad user should know

Ready to level up your iPad workflow? These indispensable keyboard shortcuts will have you navigating iPadOS like a true whiz in no time. We are sharing handy key combos that will have you asking “What’s a computer?” all over agai...

Brahm Shank, 31 Jan 2022 18:49

Google Pixel 6 in the "Sorta Seafoam" colourway. Source: Google

3 phones that would have made better Pixel 6 devices than the Pixel 6

Google's Pixel devices are known for being some of the best Android phones on the market. They offer solid performance, great camera chops, and a fantastic user interface with regular Android updates and promised long term support...

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Jan 2022 20:01

These four apps will change the way you use your Apple Watch (Image sources: Apple App Store/Edited)

4 Apple Watch apps that are actually worth it.

While Apple Watch became the number one best selling watch in the world, surpassing Rolex back in 2017, the smartwatch still feels very much like a unique utility for Apple enthusiasts. Here are four amazing apps that casual users...

Brahm Shank, 25 Jan 2022 19:19

The MIUI 12 rollout started in June 2020 (Source: Xiaomi)

4 things that are great in MIUI 12

If you've been into mobile tech for any length of time, you have noticed that Android device updates no longer include grand feature dumps. Nowadays, it's all about incremental feature updates, security and consistency. MIUI is no...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Jan 2022 19:18

Laptops are versatile computers that sometimes offer unique features. (Image source: Unsplash)

3 best laptop features that never made it mainstream

From displays to chassis designs, we take a look at 3 of our top picks for laptop features that should be in our laps right now, but just haven't quite made it. Are these features truly innovations or just cheap gimmicks OEMs will...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Jan 2022 18:14

Hi-Fi audio systems are not always pretty...(Image sources: Devialet/Syng/Bang&Olufsen)

3 completely ridiculous-looking Hi-Fi speakers

Have you ever taken a look at a new product and thought "what was this product design team thinking"? Hi-fi speakers are notorious for having their aesthetics overlooked in favor of a design that stands out, provides enhanced acou...

Brahm Shank, 19 Jan 2022 20:26

Live Text in macOS Monterey. (Image source: Apple)

3 essential features every Mac owner should use in macOS Monterey

Are you a "Mac Pro" or a Mac Novice? Think you know your Mac? Supercharge your workflow and maximize productivity using these key features. These features will have you saying "Hello" all over again! Don’t miss out on these Mac u...

Brahm Shank, 17 Jan 2022 21:08

The Apple iPad mini 6, Xiaomi Pad 5, and Lenovo Tab M10. (Image source: Apple/Xiaomi/Lenovo/Unsplash - edited)

3 fab tablets to fulfill those last-minute Christmas wish lists: Apple iPad mini 6, Xiaomi Pad 5, and Lenovo Tab M10

Christmas is looming around the corner and tablets make an ideal gift for the tech lovers among us. For fans of the Apple ecosystem there is the 6th generation iPad mini to consider, while those who prefer the Android operating sy...

Daniel R Deakin, 06 Dec 2021 16:45

Discussions between Windows laptop users and MacBook owners can get heated...(Image source: Lenovo/Apple/Unsplash - edited)

4 maddeningly fragile reasons why Apple MacBook owners sometimes irk Windows laptop lovers

For the layperson there may be little difference between owning a Windows-based laptop or choosing a MacBook notebook from Apple. But for those a bit more in the know, there is sometimes a bubbling cauldron of caustic vitriol just...

Daniel R Deakin, 06 Dec 2021 16:41

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