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Review: Quantum Access Windows 8.1 Mini PC Stick

Posted on June 17, 2015

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Mobile devices are becoming more powerful by the day, and I am continuously amazed at how much computing power and functionality they can pack into such small devices.

Well, now fully-functional desktop PCs have become truly portable as well. A perfect case in point is the awesome Quantum Access Windows 8.1 Mini PC Stick. (#ad)

In a nutshell, this is a fully functioning desktop PC contained within a tiny package that looks somewhat like an over-sized USB flash memory stick. But instead of a male USB connector, it features an HDMI connector that allows you to plug the computer directly into your monitor’s HDMI port without having to use a cable.

Since the device plugs directly in to the monitor, all you have to do is plug in a USB keyboard and mouse and then get right to work!

Check out everything you get with this tiny machine: [Read more…]

Review: My Windows 8.1 Computer for Seniors

Posted on May 29, 2015

Making the transition from an older version of Windows to Windows 8.1 is no easy task.

While today’s youngsters have the advantage of growing up in the age of modern digital technology, gadgets galore and the Internet, the task of learning a new operating system can be a bit daunting if you’re a little older.

It’s certainly true that today’s seniors are more tech savvy than ever, but it sometimes helps to get a little boost when it comes to learning something new in the computer world. And a little boost is likely all that most folks will really need.

With that in mind, a great book titled My Windows 8.1 Computer for Seniors (#ad) is just what the doctor ordered for learning how to use Windows 8.1! [Read more…]

Review: TweakBit FixMyPC

Posted on May 19, 2015

If you spend much time at all on the Internet, you have surely seen tons of ads for the “Fix My PC” style programs that are out there competing for your hard-earned dollars. And trust me, there are plenty of them out there.

All of these programs promise to scan your Windows installation and fix any errors they find, enhancing system stability – making your computer run faster as a result.

Every now and then I’ll download one of these programs and check it out. I recently saw an ad for TweakBit FixMyPC that caught my interest, so I downloaded it and gave it a try. [Read more…]

Review: Anker 14W Solar Panel Foldable Dual-port Solar Charger for USB-charged Devices

Posted on April 18, 2015

anker-14w-foldable-solar-charger Hiking, camping, and just enjoying the great outdoors are wonderful ways to get back to nature for a while, but if you need to keep your mobile phone, tablet or GPS charged up while you’re out there, good luck!

But now our friends at Amazon have an awesome new device that makes it easy to keep your mobile devices charged up while you’re out someplace in the boonies.

The Anker 14W Solar Panel Foldable Dual-port Solar Charger provides up to 5v at 2 amps to your USB charged mobile devices. This is plenty of power to keep your batteries “hot” and ready for use whenever you need them. [Read more…]

Review: CoolReall 5000mAh Portable Charger External Battery Power Bank

Posted on April 18, 2015

coolreall-5000ah-portable-charger Portable chargers/external battery packs make it easy to keep our mobile devices charged up and ready for use during times when we can’t plug them into an electrical outlet or car charger.

I have tried a number of different models, and most of them work quite well, but some I like better than others for various reasons.

I recently had the opportunity to check out a CoolReall 5000mAh Portable Charger External Battery Power Bank, and I came away quite impressed. [Read more…]