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HTC Vive Unboxing

HTC Vive Unboxing (Video)

Finally! The HTC Vive that I was enamored with as soon as I used it for the first time in Barcelona this February during MWC finally has shown up. As is the protocol here on the internet, if a new piece of tech arrives, you just have to do an unboxing so here goes. Some of the HTC Vive’s specs for those that are interested: Display: OLED Resolution: 2160×1200 Refresh Rate: 90hz Platform: SteamVR Field of View: 110 degrees Tracking Area: 15′ x 15′ Built-In Audio: Yes Built-In Mic: Yes Controller: SteamVR Controller/Any PC Compatible Gamepad (Comes with Vive Controllers) […]

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All You Need for Continuum

What is Continuum? (Video)

One of Windows Phone 10’s really great features that sets it apart from the other mobile operating systems is the new Continuum feature. This feature allows you to plug-in to a monitor or a TV via a separate dock accessory, HDMI, or Miracast dongle (to wirelessly cast it) to get a full-blown version of Windows 10 running from the phone. It’s pretty simple to set up, but unfortunately, it isn’t quite that simple. Nor is it that easy to understand what it can and cannot actually do so I figured I’d put together this video showing what Continuum is and how you can

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Project Fi

What is Project Fi & Why It’s Interesting

It was really only a matter of time, right? Having the world’s most popular website then launching in beta a program for super fast internet called Google Fiber, and having one of the most popular mobile operating systems in the world, only makes sense to then launch a wireless provider. Project Fi is Google’s relatively new wireless carrier that aims to simplify billing and create a network that can seamlessly use LTE data as well as utilizing Wifi for service. How Project Fi Works When using the Project Fi SIM card that comes in the mail after you apply for

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iPhone Pin Code

San Bernardino: FBI vs Apple Explained (Video)

There has been a lot of talk lately about Apple vs the FBI in regards to the iPhone of one of the suspects in the San Bernardino shooting. It’s a complicated matter of the national security vs personal privacy and thanks to the suggestion of a reader in the comments on a previous video, I think maybe I can help explain the situation a bit better so you can decide for yourself what you think of it all. Background on San Bernardino Case First a little background, a radical couple shot and killed 14 people and seriously injured 22 others

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Keurig Kold

How the Keurig Kold Works (Video)

The Keurig Kold took Keurig about 5 years to bring to market. 5 years. From the people that dominated the single serving hot beverage market for so long and a cold beverage system seeming like a next logical step, why did it take so long? The usual suspects of carbonated, cold beverage drink makers all have CO2 canisters that need to be refilled at authorized dealers in order to inject that bubbly goodness into your drinks. Keurig wasn’t having any of that nonsense. They figured it was better for them to invent an entirely new method for getting the carbonation

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OnePlus X

Video: OnePlus X Unboxing and Invite Giveaway (Winners Announced)

My OnePlus X arrived and, as is the protocol on the internet, figured that meant it was time to do an unboxing. In addition to the OnePlus X arriving I also received 3 invites from OnePlus to buy the OnePlus X, their latest phone, and figured I’d give them away to you guys! The OnePlus X can only be bought if you have an invite so they are hard to come by. If you win one here you can then buy the phone on their site. To make things fair, you can do as many actions as you want and

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Nexus 6P Box

Nexus 6P Unboxing (Video)

I had two Nexuses, or Nexi, or whatever the plural is of Nexus arrive in the mail today and figured I should do a quick on boxing on each. In this video, I’ll explain what comes in the box for the Nexus 6P as well as list some of the specs and give very brief initial reactions. Without further ado, check out the video below. Read More: Nexus 5X Unboxing Video There you go. Anyone getting one of these or already ordered it in the mail? What made you choose it over the Nexus 5X? Let me know in the comments

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Nexus 5X Box

Nexus 5X Unboxing (Video)

I had two Nexuses, or Nexi, or whatever the plural is of Nexus arrive in the mail today and figured I should do a quick on boxing on each. In this video, I’ll explain what comes in the box for the Nexus 5X as well as list some of the specs and give very brief initial reactions. Without further ado, check out the video below. Read More: Nexus 6P Unboxing Video There you go. Anyone getting one of these or already ordered it in the mail? What made you choose it over the Nexus 6P? Let me know in the

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4 Things You Absolutely Must Know Before Buying a Used iPhone (Video)

It’s that time again. A new iPhone has been released and that means two things —it’s time to sell your current iPhone to get some money to help pay for the new one, or it’s a good time to look on Craigslist and eBay for the older models that have just dropped significantly in price. For those of you looking to do the latter, there are a few things you absolutely need to know before you get started to save yourself a potential hundreds of dollars worth of headache. Check for a Clean ESN / IMEI The first thing to

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Everything You Need to Know About Google’s OnHub

Recently, Google announced it’s most recent tech innovation –Google OnHub. But this time the newest must-have device isn’t a new phone, or app, or other such spotlight-hogging device. Nope, it’s a router. The backstage run-crew of your technology dependent life. And you know what? It’s about time. With all the constant updates, new features, and brilliant advances of the last few years, routers have stayed unimpressively the same –same clunky design, same on-again-off-again signal, same unimaginably long password of gibberish letters and numbers, same pain-in-the-butt hunk of junk. So, good for you, Google, trying to bring the ancient router up

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Android Marshmallow’s Best New Features

Calling all campers, backpackers, and sweet-tooths! Gather round the campfire for story time, and let me tell you a tale that has yet to unfold. Google’s anticipated Android M has been officially announced as… drum roll please… Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Think you can sink your teeth into this one? The Android Developers Blog (image below) gave us some new information about updates, but the release date is still a bit unclear. They’ve been saying “autumn” and “late fall” for some time now, which could mean any multitude of dates. But while we’re waiting for that exact day to be announced, let’s

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Comparison Between Cortana, Siri, & Google Now

Siri first introduced us to the world of technological personal assistants, and all of our collective minds were blown. Hell yeah, I wanna talk to my phone! However, Google soon gave Apple a run for its money by introducing Google Now. And now, with the introduction of Windows 10, Cortana has moved up the ladder and joined the ranks of top-notch AI. Though there are a number of other personal assistant apps that can be used on various platforms, Siri, Google Now, and Cortana are definitely the big three. While there is quite a bit of overlap in the way

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What is “Windows Hello”?

The buzz surrounding the new Windows 10 is loud and only getting more intense. I’m sure you’ve heard about the many interesting  and useful features of the new OS. However, none is quite so groundbreaking as Windows Hello. Microsoft is treading new waters with some pretty advanced facial recognition technology. This is some Star Trek-level realness, you guys. Let’s check it out. What is Windows Hello? Windows Hello is the wave of the future –or at least Microsoft hopes so. It enables you to sign into your computer with just a look (or a touch), utilizing face-recognition technology as well

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