Reviews
9 Great Games for Your Android Phone
by Kevin Schulte on March 17, 2010
photo credit: secretlondon123 While the Android Market isn’t nearly as diverse as Apple’s app store yet, it’s growing quickly and has plenty to offer in the way of games. I have compiled a list of some of the games that I’ve enjoyed playing. All of the games I mention in this guide are either completely free or have a free version available, so you have nothing to lose by... [Read More]
Follow Up: My Experience with Microsoft Security Essentials Anti-Malware Software
by David Carman on March 1, 2010
A few months ago, Evan wrote a great article about Microsoft’s free anti-malware application, Microsoft Security Essentials. After using Microsoft Security Essentials for several months, I’ve been able to get a good sense of how it stacks up against the competition. My first experience with Security Essentials was on my own computer. It had some relatively benign spyware which wasn’t... [Read More]
First 48 Hours with the Motorla Droid
by Patrick Vinge on January 29, 2010
I was recently forced to switch to Verizon after 4 years of service from T-Mobile due to lack of coverage in Grand Forks, ND. Let me tell you, I don’t think I could have been forced to do anything better. My first 48 hours with the Droid have been a complete eye opener from its predecessor the G1, with a few hiccups along the way. Two things initially impressed me after receiving this phone.... [Read More]
Why the Kindle Sucks (and What Can Be Done About It)
by Kevin Schulte on January 15, 2010
Over the holiday season, Amazon’s Kindle became the most gifted item in Amazon’s history. On Christmas day, Amazon sold more Kindle copies of books than actual physical books. Without a doubt, E-readers are the future of the book industry, and the Kindle is leading the way. Or is it? Unfortunately, it isn’t. The Kindle sucks. The Kindle, which was one of the first mainstream E Ink readers... [Read More]
Dropbox: Take Your Files Everywhere
by Dustin Patterson on December 15, 2009
Methods of transferring and sharing files have come a long way from the days of 3.5″ floppy disks. Once limited to 1.44 MB at a time, we are now able to use flash drives to easily transfer around 32 GB (approximately 22000 times as much data) at greater transfer speeds than before. Although physical media allows for large data transfers, the internet itself offers great file sharing services... [Read More]
Comparison: Motorola Droid vs. iPod Touch
by Evan Wondrasek on November 25, 2009
A friend of mine recently asked if she should buy an iPod Touch or a Motorola Droid. While these are two completely different products, one being a wifi-enabled MP3 player and the other being a full-featured smartphone, a choice definitely still exists. So without any further adieu, here’s what I had to say about the two of them! I bought my 16GB iPod Touch two summers ago and I used it like... [Read More]
Netbook Review: Asus EeePC 1005HA
by Evan Wondrasek on November 5, 2009
The ASUS Eee PC 1005HA is a 10.1″ netbook featuring Asus’ new “seashell” design, and boasts 10.5 hours of battery life. This netbook offers some high-end features as well as a small, light form factor. Color Options: Blue, pink, white, black. In the Box: Laptop, 6-cell removable battery, Eee laptop sleeve, power cord and charger, 1 disc, user manual and warranty card. Complete... [Read More]
Game Review: Goldeneye: Source (PC)
by Reis Pritchard on September 23, 2009
“Hey! Wanna come over and play some GoldenEye?” There was never a negative response to that question when I was younger. GoldenEye 007 is always the first game that comes to mind whenever I get into a nostalgic conversation about how awesome the Nintendo 64 was growing up. Kids my age had birthday parties that revolved around sitting in front of a 32-inch, square television, killing... [Read More]
A Not-So-In-Depth Review of Apple’s Snow Leopard
by Brian Nelson on September 3, 2009
Apple’s brand new operating system, Mac OS X version 10.6 Snow Leopard, was released Friday, August 28, 2009. We’ll take a look at some of the new “features” of the OS, and what you can expect when upgrading. Some Mildly Important Info: If you’re looking for a really ridiculously detailed review of Snow Leopard, by all means please check out Ars Technica’s review.... [Read More]
Review: Logitech ClearChat Pro USB Headset
by Reis Pritchard on August 31, 2009
Logitech is a big name when it comes to PC accessories, so looking for a headset with their name on it was what introduced me to the Logitech ClearChat Pro USB Headset. I read through dozens of reviews for this headset, and collected the same basic good and bad points from each website. Now that I’ve had the chance to use the headset personally, I will provide you with a thorough and unbiased... [Read More]
