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5 ways a tablet can save your sanity on a summer vacation road trip
The minivan was a big win for families undertaking the annual summer vacation road trip. A close second place is a heck of a lot cheaper: the tablet. Here are five ways a tablet can save your sanity on a summer vacation road trip.
Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 review: budget-friendly prosumer 2-in-1
Got your eyes on a Surface Pro 4, but still have a summer vacation to pay for? With the Best Buy exclusive Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12, you can have it both ways. It’s a budget-friendly prosumer 2-in-1, offering the full Windows 10 convertible laptop experience without breaking the bank.
Acer Switch One 10 review: an affordable, compact 2-in-1 hybrid running Windows 10
One of the hottest laptop categories these days are 2-in-1 hybrids, a category started by (and still led by) the Microsoft Surface and Surface Pro. What if you want something less expensive? That’s where the Acer Switch One 10 fills a void, providing an affordable, compact Windows 10 2-in-1 option at Chromebook prices.
Multiple monitors on the cheap: how to use your tablet for a second screen
Looking for a way to add a second display to your PC without blowing your budget? If you have a tablet you can use it to get the second screen advantage while saving space and money.
UPS: how it works and why you need one
UPS isn’t just a package delivery company, the acronym also stands for Uninterruptible Power Supply. And if you own a PC, it should be connected to a UPS. Here’s how a UPS works and why you need one.
Review: Jaybird Freedom Wireless Earbuds
Jaybird’s X2 Bluetooth Wireless earbuds have been a top choice for fitness enthusiasts, and for good reason. No wires connecting to your mobile device, excellent fit, sweat-proof design, decent battery life and high quality sound. The new Jaybird Freedom earbuds take the X2’s best features to the next level, with a new micro size metal design for improved fit and sound, and a clip-on external battery for 8-hours of use between charges.
When do you need a really big SD memory card?
Chances are you have a handful of SD and microSD memory cards kicking around in a drawer or installed in a variety of devices. And chances are they’re pretty low capacity, like 4GB or maybe 16GB. That was plenty of storage a few years ago, but now? Not so much. High capacity SD cards like Lexar’s new 200GB microSD card are becoming much more common. But when do you actually need a really big SD memory card?
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Review: Still the Best Professional Tablet
It’s hard to believe, but Microsoft’s Surface Pro tablet is in its fourth generation. I spent a week test driving the Surface Pro 4 and despite being an iPad guy, this is the tablet I’d buy if I wanted a 2-in-1 device to replace my laptop.
How to switch to an SSD to boost the performance of your laptop
Does your laptop seem a little sluggish? Replacing its hard drive with a solid state drive (SSD) is a big performance win. Even better, the procedure takes just minutes and just about anyone can do it. Here’s how.
Review: Bosch Tall Tub Built-in Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub and Third Rack
Looking for a new dishwasher? I recently bought a Bosch 24-inch 44dB Tall Tub Built-in Dishwasher with Stainless Steel Tub and Third Rack to take on the challenge of cleaning up after three teenagers. If you have a lot of dishes to clean and you want them sparkling every time, this dishwasher should be at the top of your list. As an added bonus, it’s virtually silent.