Hardware
What are You Looking for in Webcam Hardware?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed A few weeks ago we gave away ten Webcams on Geeks, courtesy of Microsoft. I wanted to show you a bit about this particular webcam, and what makes it compelling. It’s an excellent piece of hardware. The Microsoft LifeCam VX 5500 [...]
Griffin Clarifi Macro Lens for iPhone Camera
If you’ve always wanted to take macro shots with your iPhone 3G, you want the Griffin Clarifi. Here’s the original upload for best comparison purposes.
What Should You Look for When Buying a New PC?
The other night, I posted a blog post from Dan, with his tips on how to find information. He sent me a second list, and it is definitely something you all should read through. Here are Dan’s tips for how to make sense of Windows computer specs when buying a new computer. SIZE Decide what [...]
Have you Ever Owned any Apple Products?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Do you have any kind of history of all the PCs you’ve ever owned? Is there a spreadsheet somewhere that outlines every machine you’ve had, and what the specs were? I’m guessing the answer is no. There’s a program for Apple [...]
How to Make your PC into a Firewall
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Last week, we shared tips with you on things you can do with your old computers. One of those things was to turn it into a firewall. Of course, in order to do this you’ll also need software. So what is [...]
How Do you Teach People about Hardware and Software?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed One of our community members writes: “Hey Chris, jthermane24 from the chat room. Here are my top tips for helping those who are “technically challenged” to learn.” Be calm and talk slow. Seniors and the technological illiterate will NOT know all [...]
Tips for a Good PC Gaming Experience
Getting your computer ready for gaming can be complicated… at least, if you want a good gaming experience. Here are some excellent tips sent in by a community member. These are things you should definitely do before you install your next game. System Requirements and Hardware Always Read the minimal system requirements. If your computer [...]
Tips for Buying Hardware
Since I already posted the top five tips for buying a new computer, I thought I’d pass along Alex’s tips for buying new hardware. Make sure your PC is compatible with the hardware you’re considering. This is perhaps the most critical part of buying new hardware. If you’re in the market for a new video [...]
Find Windows Drivers for Hardware
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I had a caller the other night on the 888-PIRILLO line who was asking where he can find drivers for old Windows hardware. His machines are, of course, home-built.. making this even more challenging. I used to be friends with the [...]
Top 5 Tips on Buying Technology: Hardware and Software
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I am an early adopter when it comes to technology. I tend to spot tech trends sooner than the average consumer, and I’m quick to buy something when it’s hot off the shelf. However, this isn’t always the best way to [...]
Saitek Backlit LED Eclipse II USB Keyboard Review
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I absolutely love gadgets and gizmos that glow. The more of a glow it gives off, the more I enjoy it. This is why I was excited to test out this new keyboard from Saitek. The new Eclipse II keyboard is [...]
What Kind of Laptop Should I Get?
Chris | Live Tech Support | Video Help | Add to iTunes http://live.pirillo.com/ – No one company is the right answer when searching for a laptop. Each consumer has different needs. Figure out your budget first. Decide what features you need, and what you can do without. Then, go online and look for product reviews. [...]
LCD Screen Brightness
http://live.pirillo.com/ – Every day brings new viewers to our live chat. A recent visitor asked about her new laptop screen not being bright enough. She has reportedly changed her settings in the laptop control panel, with no luck. She wrote in to ask my advice, so let’s see what we can do to help Tifferz! [...]
Windows Vista vs. XP
I warn you: this is a long one, but my perspective seems to resonate with hundreds of geeks from around the world. Unfortunately, I completely forgot to sneak in a plug for my sponsors (GoDaddy and AMD). In Vista’s nutshell, I’m having problems with: My video card and motherboard chipset (NVIDIA) My Microsoft Mouse software [...]
He’s paying me to move to the Mac?!
Daniel Miessler has thrown down the gauntlet: There’s not much suspense here, as I’m sure you know what I’m going to say, but I’ll say it anyway. Dude, enough already. Spend 60 days in OS X and see if you want to go back to XP/Vista. If you do, I’ll pay you $250 cash, plus [...]
