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Why I Picked Apple Watch SE 3 Over Apple Watch Series 11 (And Don’t Regret It)
I went shopping fully expecting to buy the Apple Watch Series 11. It is the new flagship, packed with sensors, wrapped in a shinier spec sheet, and clearly positioned as the “best” Apple Watch you can buy. But when I put price, features, and how I actually use a smartwatch under the microscope, I walked […]
Mac mini on the Move: How to Build a Powerful Portable Workstation
The modern Mac landscape is overwhelmingly mobile. According to data from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP, 2023), Apple’s laptops dominate its Mac lineup: the MacBook Pro accounts for roughly 51–63% of sales, while the MacBook Air holds another 32–39%. Combined, that’s close to 90% of all Macs sold. In stark contrast, the Mac mini, Apple’s most compact desktop represents […]
Apple M4 vs M5 Chip: What’s Changed and What It Means for Your Next Mac
Apple Silicon has reached a point where year-on-year updates are no longer just about faster numbers. With the move from M4 to M5, Apple is signalling a clearer shift in priorities: on-device intelligence, sustained performance, and longer-term platform thinking. If you are deciding which Mac, iPad, or future Apple device to buy in 2026, understanding […]
DIY Smart LED Holiday Lights with Arduino – Level up your Christmas, Halloween or Parties
Tired of the same old holiday lights? Why not upgrade to customizable, programmable, and smart LED lights using Arduino? Unlike traditional holiday lights, Arduino-powered LED strips let you create dazzling light shows, sync with music, and even control them with your smartphone or voice! You can even use your existing ‘dumb’ LED strips if you […]
Turn Old Electronics into Holiday Gifts: Upcycle with Purpose
The holiday season is a time of generosity, creativity, and, unfortunately, waste—particularly when it comes to electronics. Each year, millions of devices are discarded as people upgrade to the latest gadgets. But what if you could give meaningful, tech-savvy gifts while also reducing your environmental footprint?
How to Safely Store and Backup Your Digital Memories Before the New Year
As the year draws to a close, many people find themselves scrolling through a year’s worth of digital memories — from family vacation photos and video messages to milestone events and important documents. These moments, captured on smartphones, cameras, and computers, hold emotional and historical value. Yet, they often remain scattered across devices, vulnerable to […]
How to Build a Raspberry Pi Powered NAS: Step-by-Step Guide
Looking to build your own network-attached storage (NAS) without spending a fortune? A Raspberry Pi offers a low-cost, energy-efficient, and surprisingly powerful solution for centralising your files, backups, media, and more. Whether you want a shared drive for your household, a personal cloud you can access remotely, or a secure place for media and backups, […]
Best Tech Upgrades Under $100 to Boost Old PCs and Laptops
Breathing new life into an aging PC or laptop doesn’t have to break the bank. With just a small investment—less than $100—you can significantly improve performance, extend usability, and delay the need for a brand-new system. Whether you’re dealing with slow boot times, sluggish multitasking, or outdated connectivity, the right budget-friendly upgrade can make a […]
New MacBook Setup: First 10 Things To Do: Privacy, Time Machine, Battery & iCloud
New MacBook day! Got a MacBook from Prime Day, Back to School Offer, Black Friday, Cyber Monday or as a Christmas Gift? Here is a quick 20–30 minutes to lock it down, back it up, and squeeze the best battery life out of it. Work through these ten steps in order for a clean, simple, […]
Top 2K/2.5K Portable Display: Ranked and Explained
Choosing the right 2K or 2.5K portable monitor can feel overwhelming with so many options that look similar on the surface but perform very differently in real use.