Digital artists know how hard it is to work with a mouse and keyboard. They’re a great interface for many things. Typing, programming, and even a lot of editing functions are just fine with default controls. But if you’re actually trying to draw or touch up a piece of art, a mouse is a clumsy …
If you’re an artist, you’re probably particular about your tools. This only makes sense. If you’re painting, you want to use the best brush. If you’re drawing, you want the best pens, pencils, or charcoals. And if your art is of the digital variety, you want the best screen and stylus. For many people, this …
If you’re working with electronics, whether it be installing some new RAM in your computer or putting together your new Raspberry Pi project, static electricity is a big problem. For you, the worst that could happen is a minor shock that provides nothing more than a little discomfort. But for your electronics, that one little …
In 2012, Apple announced a new upgrade to their iPhones and iPods. Older Apple devices had used a wide, 30-pin adapter, ever since the original iPod had launched. But it had been nearly 11 years since the first iPod, and the old connector left a lot to be desired. For one thing, it was fairly …
Whether you’re a gamer, a creative professional, or just have to write a lot of emails, your keyboard is important. Sure, a cheap chiclet keyboard is just fine for light use. They even make sense in laptops, where size and weight are at a premium. But for serious computer users, a mechanical keyboard is where …