technology

I recently found out about T-Mobile’s program, test drive. This program allows you to use an iPhone 5S, which they provide, for a week on their network. All...

I wanted to print out some labels using Avery products. They have templates on their website to help create them. Before, I would use Microsoft Word to do...

It’s been a while since my last blog post. We’ve been on a brief hiatus. During our hiatus, we’ve found ourselves needing a portable charger when electricity...

After going back to the iPhone, I started to miss using a Mac for my desktop. I have an older iMac but it’s just too slow/old. I have a nice i7 iMac at work...

I have been using smart phones powered by Android for many years now. My first Android phone was myTouch Slide 3G. It was a great phone with a built-in...

I recently purchased an Ematic EGP007 from Altatac. It was refurbished and was a very good price. It ran Android 4.0. Upon receiving it, the tablet never...

I’ve been using Amazon S3 service for quite some time. It’s a cost effective service for backing up files in the cloud. You pretty much pay what you use. I...

It’s been a few months since I replaced my refurbished Beats by Dre headphones. Whether refurbished or new I will never buy another one of those headphones.

I’ve seen many Youtube videos that are great but the audio quality is poor. It takes away from making the video better. I admit I’ve done some videos with poor...

I’ve been running the Adaptec 6805 raid card for a few months now and it’s been great. Actually, Adaptec in general has been great. Their tech support is...

I finally got my hands on a Raspberry Pi. I’ve been curious about it for a few months now and it’s always been in backorder. I ordered it from...

I’ve trying out the demo for FoxIt’s PhantomPDF software. I was able to install the trial version 5.4x. Today, I tried to use it and an update popped up. I...

I posted an article about Trend Micro Worry Free 7 being incompatible with my Windows Server 2012. It looks like there’s a new installer that is now...

My adventure continues with Windows Server 2012. I was able to fix the issue with enabling the Hyper-V role and not being able to start. It turns out I had to...

I like to have a glass of wine now and then but it’s always a pain to open the bottle. I’ve tried different cork screws and I get different results. Sometimes...

I recently had to replace my modem, the Motorola SBG6580. Prior to it breaking, I had it in bridge mode so that its router is disabled and my own router kicks...

I was able to get a license for Windows Server 2012 from Website Park. So I tried it on my home server. The installation was fairly quick. I was never a fan of...

Abby got me a Keurig B31 brewing system. I didn’t want one at first but I’m glad she bought me one. The taste is so fresh. I doubt I’ll ever go out for coffee...

I went to the Elephant Bar in Downey the other day for lunch. I sat in the bar and was given an iPad as a menu. It was great! They are able to provide pictures...

It all first started when I saw the Nike Fuel band and I got curious. I did some research online and found out what it did and how it worked. I checked out a...

I’ve been wanting to upgrade my internet to a faster upload speed. My download speed is fine, it’s the upload I have a problem with. Here’s my speedtest.net...

Google has finally released the Google Drive service. If you’re familiar with Dropbox, Microsoft’s SkyDrive, Apple’s iCloud, etc, it’s the same thing. I’ve...

I’m really liking the new apps you can install for Spotify. It gives you stations based on the mostly listened to artists. And because Spotify is online, it...

My aunt’s PC got infected with a trojan virus. She called me and ask if she should use some kind of antivirus to clean her PC. I remember installing Microsoft...

It’s been weeks since I started to look for an online storage service. I’ve looked in the past but I haven’t put much time and dedication as I have lately. I...

Vonage has recently added an unlimited plan that allows you to call the Philippines. I have been waiting for this for so many years. We had a Vonage account a...

With Aedyn coming soon, I wanted to find ways to reduce monthly expenses – just in case. I currently have cable internet with Road Runner. I’m usally...

I just got my Targus XL backpack from Amazon. The bag is huge. It fits up to a 17” laptop and has plenty of compartments. I am able to carry the following...

I’ve been trying to figure out how I can sync my calendars on to more than one machine. Since switching to a Mac a couple of years ago, I’ve been using iCal.

Starbucks started a program with their card. It’s a rewards program. As long as you keep your card active (use/reload at least one a month), you can get free...

After having an account for more than a year, I finally uploaded my first YouTube video. It was pretty easy usingMPEGStreamclip to encode it into DV format...

After hearing Psystar’s (which might be a false company) release of a Mac clone (Open Computer), I was excited and highly considering a purchase. Then I find...

iMAP4 finally became available on my Gmail account. I’ve been waiting for weeks now. Check and see if yours is enabled. If not make sure your language is set...

Vonage introduced new unlimited international plans as an additional to the existing unlimited US calls plan ($24.99/month). They have the Basic, Enhanced,...

I recently got an email from Yahoo! regarding their photo service. Dear Yahoo! Photos user, For some time now, we’ve supported two great photo sharing...

I just picked up a new Apple Airport Extreme. To my surprise Abby’s Palm TX doesn’t want to play nice with it. The TX was released late 2005 and has yet to...

This past week has been a busy one. I finally decided to drop my reseller server and emailed all my friends (who I hosted for free) to find another host. I was...

Since getting my new N80ie I wanted to see how I can access the internet while I’m away from home or work. I googled and got many results that helped me setup...

Just got the new package line up for Time Warner. They recently acquired Adelphia - which is my current ISP. The speed increased a little bit and it’s only $1...

I spent the weekend over at my cousin’s house. They have Verizon FIOS as their DSL provider. Now I have a co-worker who has had this service since it was...

Yahoo! Asia email accounts had the ability to try out the mail beta before US accounts did; and finally I get a chance. It reminds me of the Gmail interface...

I picked up a new scanner to replace my HP Scanjet 5500c. I’ve had that for a while but the ADF broke within a year. I was disappointed since it was the only...

CompUSA had the Maxtor 600GB external drives on clearance over the weekend. On top of the clearance price, they had an extra 25% off. I had to jump of these. I...

For those who know me, I don’t get impressed easily when it comes to new “toys”. But this is one of the best phones I have ever owned. It’s close to perfect.