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Category: gadgets

Should I get a UPS for my PVR?

Posted onDecember 4, 20091 Comment

I’ve just upgraded my TV system to include a PVR that lets me pause live TV and record programmes. I’m worried that it might get damaged if I have a power cut. Should I get Read More …

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Can I use a wireless camera as a baby monitor?

Posted onNovember 29, 2009November 29, 20091 Comment

We’ve just had a baby and i was wondering if I could use a wireless camera as a baby monitor. do you reckon that would work?

CategoriesgadgetsTagsCamera, wifi

Where can I get a spare remote?

Posted onNovember 22, 2009Leave a comment

We have a set of different remotes in our living room, one for the TV, DVD player, satellite decoder, surround sound and video player. We always keep losing the one for the TV. Is there Read More …

CategoriesgadgetsTagsGadget, remote

How can I protect my laptop?

Posted onOctober 25, 2009Leave a comment

I travel around the country a lot and carry my laptop around wherever I go. My previous one ended up all scratched and dented, how can I prevent this from happening to my new one?

CategoriesgadgetsTagsGadget, heatsink, Laptop

Can I get one device to replace all remote controls?

Posted onOctober 24, 2009Leave a comment

We’ve just rounded up all the remote controls in our living room and it turns out we have six different ones! My cousin mentioned that it’s possible to get a “super-remote” that can replace all Read More …

CategoriesgadgetsTagsConsumer electronics, Philips, Remote control

How can I scan slides into my computer?

Posted onOctober 23, 2009Leave a comment

I’ve recently inherited a box full of slides that were taken by my grandfather, an avid photographer and represent a lifetime of his work. I’d love to convert them to a digital format for posterity Read More …

CategoriesgadgetsTagsImage scanner, Photography, slides

Can you recommend a great gadget?

Posted onOctober 22, 2009Leave a comment

I’m looking for a great gift for my teenage son who’s well into his gadgets. Can you recommend something awesome?

CategoriesgadgetsTagsrobot, voip webcam, wifi

How do I know if my network cable is working?

Posted onOctober 16, 2009Leave a comment

I’ve just moved into a new house and the previous owner had laid out some network cables across the house. I’m not too sure what connects to what. Is there an easy way to figure Read More …

CategoriesgadgetsTagsBNC connector, Cable, Electronics

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