It used to be that USB connections were relatively straightforward. You plugged in a keyboard or mouse, and that was it. Maybe if you got really fancy, you plugged in an external hard drive. Nowadays, pretty much everything connects via USB. If your computer has external speakers, odds are pretty good they use a USB …
Whether you live in a warm climate or you’re trying to avoid the dry air that comes with winter, a hygrometer can be one of your best friends when you’re trying to manage your equipment or keep track of the weather outside. Hygrometers are especially popular for people who are keeping instruments. Common practice has …
Nowadays, when people think about wireless earbuds, they think about high-quality audio. Apple’s AirPods, for instance, are some of the best earbuds around, and they’re just the tip of the iceberg. But it didn’t always used to be that way. In fact, when Apple first released the AirPods and ditched the iPhone’s audio jack, many …
Projectors, like vinyl records, are one of those old-school technologies that’s becoming popular again. Back in the dark, dark days before home video, the only way to watch a movie or home was with a projector. Of course, these old-school projectors were big and clunky, they ran hot, and they required bulky film reels. They …
If you’re looking for a good flashlight, it’s easy to get sidetracked. Many modern “tactical” lights come with all kinds of accessories, such as SOS and LED functions. Let’s be clear. This isn’t always a bad thing. For instance, the Olight Perun 2 comes with five light levels and a rechargeable battery. If you’re conscientious …