gadgets

Reviewing Cell Phones

I am new to the world of cell phones. I love my laptop and my digital camera, and that’s it for me, right now. I have the TracFone cell phone (don’t laugh!). I know it’s so lame. I’ve been looking at cell phone plan deals and prices recently, because I am considering giving up my [...]


Easy Computer Backups?

Easy computer backups? IS there such a thing? I do say, computer manufacturers have not made it easy to backup your computer files. It is a loathsome and time-consuming task for me. As hard drives get bigger and bigger, it only gets harder and harder.
That’s why I decided to check out something called the “ClickFree” [...]


Split Browser for Firefox

Here’s a handy-dandy little addon I found for the Firefox browser. It’s called Split Browser. It will enable you to divide your browser’s tabs into small chunk, so you can see them. It’s GREAT if you copy & paste a lot between tabs (like I do), or are copying information. It’s so helpful to have [...]


Extend Your WiFi Signal Range

I have a wireless DSL modem in the house. I have been unhappy with my very weak WiFi signal in my bedroom upstairs. I had heard that there’s an easy way to increase WiFi signal range, and I found this entertaining video about how to make a homemade “parabolic reflector” with stuff around the house. [...]


Fender Mind-Benders

Isn’t it cool to interface musical instruments and technology? My husband is a musician (and guitar freak). He says that versatility is “in,” and so are “alternate tunings.” He flipped when he saw someone combining the two.
He’s rather excited about this new development from Fender guitars with their VG Stratocaster.
It’s an interesting concept– with the [...]