If you are looking for a free VPN, many services do more than give you an unpaid connection, often with ads, spam, or other intrusions. Most free VPNs find creative ways to support themselves financially, such as bombarding you with ads, invading your data, selling your browsing details, and throttling your bandwidth. Even though many… Read More »
Using a USB to Ethernet adapter is a quick, easy way to get an internet connection or transfer files over a distance. While most usually go the wireless route with a wireless USB dongle, a USB-to-Ethernet adapter has its place in many scenarios. Many times Ethernet is run when wireless won’t reach, and a simple… Read More »
If you are looking to get a new TV and wonder if a Smart TV or Android TV box is a better option, below we break them down along with the advantages and disadvantages of both. A smart TV or Android TV box can be different from one manufacturer to the next. One may add… Read More »
WiFi is notoriously bad at traveling over distance and often requires extending or boosting a wireless signal to get better reception. Extending an outdoor wireless signal with a WiFi range extender can be easily done with the right unit. Every outdoor wireless environment will be different; some can have trees blocking a signal; other times,… Read More »
Wireless TV antennas are the best way to pick up TV stations, for free over-the-air digital TV. It is the only truly free source of entertainment as no internet is needed. All that is needed is a compatible TV with a TV tuner and a wireless antenna to pick up the stations. How many TV… Read More »
Finding the right controller that works well, has a good layout, and has no connectivity issues is always a challenge. Playing Smash Ultimate in Portable Mode on a Nintendo Switch is doable but not ideal, with using a controller a much better option. Don’t get me wrong; it is fine because it’s Smash Brothers and… Read More »
The Echo DOT with Alexa has become the go to controller for many smart homes with smart devices. Along with Alexa there are now many home electronics available to control with voice commands. Everything from Bluetooth speakers to smart light bulbs are easily controlled with voice commands through Alexa. One of the the more popular… Read More »
In this day and age using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is almost a must-have from being out-and-about and keeping data from prying eyes to streaming online videos at home. A good VPN is useful in many scenarios from online security while traveling, to data protection, or simply watching Netflix from outside the USA. There… Read More »
Transmitting a screen wirelessly from a computer to a monitor or TV can be done easily with several technologies that can be used. Different kinds of technology can do this, such as Miracast, Airplay, and many proprietary setups. There is no one unit for all scenarios with the many different setups possible. Things such as… Read More »
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a nice addition to any home with tons of apps and streaming services. The remote control that comes with the Fire Stick works OK but can be a pain to use with the on-screen keyboard. Yes, Alexa can be used but is not always accurate, creating times when it… Read More »