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MIO MiVue 786 WiFi review: A premium dash cam with high-end specs

Codrut Neagu
26.03.2018

Dash cams have grown in popularity in the last few years, and drivers are becoming more critical about their hardware specs and features. Recently, we had the opportunity to use and test one of the latest high-end dash cams manufactured by MIO, the MiVue 786 WiFi. It is an elegant dash cam that can record videos in 1080p, transmit them over WiFi and even

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Reviewing the Kingston KC1000 NVMe SSD: Upgrade your storage with excellent performance!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
15.03.2018

Kingston is a well-known provider of storage and memory products for computer users. Last year they decided to launch their first NVMe SSD storage device: the Kingston KC1000. We were curious to see how fast it is and how much it can enhance the performance of any modern-day computer. If you are curious to know whether this SSD drive is worth buying, read our

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What is SSD TRIM, why is it useful, and how to check whether it is turned on

Codrut Neagu
07.03.2018

In the last couple of years, solid state drives have increasingly gained popularity. It is also probable that you have read or at least heard someone else talking about how fast an SSD (Solid State Drive) is compared to traditional hard drives. If you are already using one or you want to buy an SSD to improve your computer's performance, you should know that

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Fitbit Charge 2 review: One of the best fitness trackers money can buy!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
23.02.2018

Many fitness trackers tend to be bulky, with a lackluster design that is lacking in elegance. Fitbit is one of the companies that has understood this problem and their latest generation of devices tends to be better looking than their competitors'. Fitbit Charge 2 is one of their most popular devices - a fitness wristband with heart rate monitoring, multi-sport modes, guided breathing sessions,

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Simple questions: What is NTFS and why is it useful?

Codrut Neagu
13.02.2018

If you have ever formatted a drive, be it removable or internal to your computer, then you have seen the term NTFS displayed as an option for formatting. You may have asked yourself what NTFS meant and, if you landed on this article, you are looking for the answer. If you want to know what the NTFS file system is and why you should

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Reviewing Linksys EA7500 v2 AC1900: Excellent hardware, so and so firmware!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
07.02.2018

We have not reviewed any Linksys wireless routers for some time, and when we got the chance to test the Linksys EA7500 v2 AC1900, we quickly accepted. It is a mid-range wireless AC1900 router with promising specifications that claims to provide excellent WiFi for HD and 4K video streaming. If you want to know how well it performs and whether it is a good

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What is the NKRO technology for keyboards?

Codrut Neagu
06.02.2018

Have you ever heard of the term NKRO or 6KRO? Did you hear a friend who is into computer games, talking about his or her brand new 10-key rollover keyboard? Have you wondered what that means and whether it is an important aspect to consider when buying a new keyboard? If you want to know more about this subject, you should read this article,

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When buying a gaming laptop or mini PC, get one with a better video card, not an Intel Core i7 processor

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
05.02.2018

Gaming laptops come in a variety of configurations. People who want the best performance, tend to prioritize the processor over other hardware components, like the video card or the storage space. Many gamers prefer a laptop with an Intel Core i7 processors instead of an Intel Core i5. Many years ago, this choice made sense. But today, is this a good choice? We experimented

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Reviewing the Epson EH-LS100 UST laser projector: Great Home Cinema experience!

Codrut Neagu
01.02.2018

Epson is one of the largest companies in the world that designs and manufactures video projectors. Not long ago, Epson presented its first laser projector, called the Epson EH-LS100. It is not just an ordinary laser projector, but also a UST projector, meaning that it has Ultra Short Throw lenses. In ordinary words, it means that the projector can be placed very close to

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Review MIO MiVue C320: A good entry-level dash cam that records Full HD video

Codrut Neagu
31.01.2018

Not too long ago, we have had the chance to test the MIO MiVue C320, a dash cam that has a few great features. For starters, this dash cam has an entry-level price tag, can record road videos while you are driving, at a high resolution of 1080p Full HD. Also, it has a built-in G-sensor that can identify the direction from which your

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ASUS Blue Cave review: Different looks, great performer!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
29.01.2018

ASUS Blue Cave is a wireless router that looks different from most routers on the market, and it includes an Intel processor, instead of Broadcom, Qualcomm, or MediaTek, as you usually find on many other routers. Its technical specifications are promising, and it is also integrated with Amazon's Alexa voice assistant and task automation services like IFTT (If This, Then That). We were lucky

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Reviewing ASUS 4G-AC68U: Exciting specs make for a great experience?

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
18.01.2018

ASUS has started selling a new wireless router that can combine mobile internet connections with traditional broadband internet, with the help of a SIM card from your mobile operator. The router is named ASUS 4G-AC68U, and it has some impressive features, that make it very appealing. Lucky for us, we were the first in the world to test this new model. If you would

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Double your WiFi speed on Windows laptops and tablets with Intel network cards

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
17.01.2018

WiFi is everywhere. We use it daily, but it does not always work well. Sometimes we are in places with a weak signal, and we get frustrated by low speeds and instability. If that is the case for you, and you have a Windows laptop, tablet or hybrid device with an Intel processor, then you can improve your speed quite a lot, by fiddling

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Review Fitbit Alta: A stylish fitness companion!

Tudor Dan
12.01.2018

Fitbit has a wide range of devices for monitoring health and fitness activity. With a price tag at the time of our review of just under $100, the Fitbit Alta is a reasonably-priced entry-level fitness wristband. Its main selling points are the pleasant design, the interchangeable armbands, the ease of use and its build quality. In this review, we take a closer look at

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Review Kingston DataTraveler Elite G2: the durable USB 3.1 flash drive!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
11.01.2018

USB flash drives tend to be somewhat dull devices. People use them for quick data transfers, and they want them as cheap as possible. Therefore, the quality of most devices of this type is rather low, and their durability is not something to brag about. Kingston is one of the few manufacturers that keep investing in this niche and trying to deliver high-quality products

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Review Motorola Moto G5S Plus: Your average mid-range smartphone!

Tudor Dan
04.01.2018

After being acquired by Lenovo, Motorola has been releasing new mobile phone models at an astounding pace, sometimes to the dismay of their traditional customers, who buy Motorola phones only to find their model outdated just a few months later. This is also the case for Motorola G5S and G5S Plus, successors to the G5 and G5 Plus respectively. In this review we focus

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Reviewing ASUS RoG Pugio: A great ambidextrous mouse!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
18.12.2017

Left-handed people have a harder time finding excellent mice, especially if they are gamers. Most gaming mice have side buttons that are positioned in a way that only works well for right-handed users. However, there are also a few models that cater to both sides. One recent example is ASUS RoG Pugio. It is a fantastic little mouse, with detachable and programmable side buttons,

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Do you need a volume shortcut in Windows? We have two shortcuts for you!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
13.12.2017

Do you want a desktop shortcut for controlling the sound volume, on your Windows computer or device? Even though Windows offers many ways for changing the sound volume, some users prefer a plain old shortcut. If this is what you want, read this guide and download the shortcut you prefer or learn how to create a shortcut yourself, in just a couple of seconds:

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Review ASUS RP-AC87: Monstruous both in size and download speed

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
13.12.2017

People who want a fast network, for many devices and on a large area, need to invest not only in a great router but also in a range extender or powerline kit. ASUS has recently launched one of their fastest repeaters ever: ASUS RP-AC87. This device can work as a range extender, access point, or media bridge. If you need a flexible networking tool,

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Reviewing ASUS Cerberus Mech RGB: Affordable RGB lighting on a mechanical keyboard

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
28.11.2017

ASUS Cerberus is a line of affordable gaming accessories that are designed to offer a good user experience at an affordable price. This line up has recently received a new addition: a mechanical keyboard with RGB lighting, named ASUS Cerberus Mech RGB. While it is more expensive than all the other keyboards with the Cerberus brand, it is cheaper than other mechanical keyboards with