For serious racing enthusiasts, there’s no replacement for a good set of pedals. Sure, you can use your controller or keyboard, and for casual gamers, that’s probably good enough. After all, you’ll still get the same array of controls. But even a vibrating console controller can only offer so much feedback. On the other hand, …
When it comes to household tasks, some are more enjoyable than others. Painting your living room, for example, might not be fun. But you get a sense of accomplishment, and the rewards are clearly visible. Your friends will notice, and they’ll mention it. Plunging a clogged toilet, meanwhile, isn’t attractive, but it needs to be …
Creative implementation of Raspberry Pi can be incredibly cool. You might use Pi for something as simple as running a word processor. Or you might use it to help coordinate your garage door with a Wi-Fi network, to connect with a DSLR camera, or even for animatronics. Whatever project you have in mind, a smartly …
When tablet computers were first released, many people responded with skepticism. What’s wrong with your laptop or your smartphone? As it turns out, tablets fill an important niche. They’re more compact and portable than a laptop, but more powerful and easier to read than a smartphone. But sometimes, you want the look and feel of …
Over the past few decades, Americans have become keenly aware of our indoor air quality. Part of this is due to the fact that air filtration has been getting more affordable over time. But a more significant factor is the way we built our homes with an eye toward energy efficiency. Our walls have thicker …