Computers, Laptops & Tablets

These days, “my dog ate it” won’t get you far. And with homework and projects increasingly taking the form of files instead of paper, having a backup strategy is critical. Here’s how to back up your school assignments so you won’t be hit by a digital disaster.

Finding a tablet that doesn’t do it all is easier than one that does, and it’s clear early on that the LG G Pad III falls under the former camp because it isn’t designed to perform like a premium device would. With that in mind, and the interesting inclusion of a blue light screen filter to go easier on the eyes, this is a tablet worth considering if you want to keep usage light.

The Tiggly Learner Kit for iPad is a great box set of interactive toys and app download codes for helping kids learn everything from how to spell new words, to the basics of adding and subtracting, and shape recognition.

Who doesn’t love lounging on the beach, reclining by the pool or sitting on the deck reading a book in the summer sun? E-books make the experience even better, but only if you do it the right way. Don’t risk expensive damage or torture your eyes with a smartphone or tablet, use a dedicated e-reader instead and make the most of the reading opportunity.

Got an older iMac, MacBook Air or other Apple computer you’re thinking of handing down to someone in your family? It’s tempting to pass your old Mac on to someone—especially a student—but new Macs bring a lot to the table. In many cases, it may be better to buy them a new Mac than to give them your old one.

After several years of relative Wi-Fi happiness, I suddenly hit a performance wall with my home network. I happened to have a new Linksys EA 7500 router to test for an upgrade, but the real difference was when I plugged in the Max Stream AC1900+ Wi-Fi Range Extender.

It's time to sit back and fire up the video game console! Today I review the Clutch Chairz Crank Charlie Gaming Chair. Of course, if you'd rather use it as an office chair for working from home, reading your favourite novel, or just plain ol' sitting, well that's OK too. If you'd like to discover a chair that's comfortable, attractive, and as strong as an OX, then click on through & learn all about the Crank. It may sound obstreperous, but it's actually a real pleasure!

When you think of video gaming, Sennheiser isn't a company that comes immediately to mind. When it comes to headphones and audio though, it should be. Sennheiser's been taking a hard look at taking over the gaming headset market, with recent entries into the market like the Game One Headset. With a very minimalistic approach geared more toward longevity, comfort and performance, the Game One is a headset you definitely shouldn't overlook.

When it comes to sitting down in front of your computer, the more screen real estate you have, the better—especially if you have more than one monitor. Here’s how to set up multiple monitors for your computer.

Watching streaming video through Netflix or YouTube is easily the most popular and thought of video-related activity people use their tablets for. But your tablet can become an invaluable tool to augment your video entertainment experience in so many ways.