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Can’t Find TP? Use a Smart Bidet & Wash Your Butt Instead! – Stay At Home Tech Tip Video
Avoid having to hoard toilet paper by installing a smart bidet in your home. This DIY project is easy & you save the environment by conserving toilet paper.
4 Ways to Make a “Distanced” Mother’s Day Better with a Nixplay Digital Frame
Social Distancing may make Mother's Day a bit more difficult. With a Nixplay digital frame you can share memories remotely!
Video Conferencing? Check Broadband Upload Speed – Stay at Home Tech Tip
Having a fast broadband connection at home is critical during the Shelter at Home due to COVID19/coronavirus. Learn what is important now!
Changing our Thinking on how Children use Social Media During COVID-19 (Video Tech Tip)
As parents, we restrict kids' device usage. But, during COVID-19 era, we should relax this. Screens are how kids are connecting & maintaining friendships.
Technology
Can’t Find TP? Use a Smart Bidet & Wash Your Butt Instead! – Stay At Home Tech Tip Video
Avoid having to hoard toilet paper by installing a smart bidet in your home. This DIY project is easy & you save the environment by conserving toilet paper.
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4 Ways to Make a “Distanced” Mother’s Day Better with a Nixplay Digital Frame
Social Distancing may make Mother's Day a bit more difficult. With a Nixplay digital frame you can share memories remotely!
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Video Conferencing? Check Broadband Upload Speed – Stay at Home Tech Tip
Having a fast broadband connection at home is critical during the Shelter at Home due to COVID19/coronavirus. Learn what is important now!
Family
New Video Series: Work/Study at Home “Tech Tips” during COVID-19/Corona Virus Era
HighTechDad launches a new video series of Tech Tips for Working or Studying at home during the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) era.
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With Social Distancing in Effect, Try Social Media “Gathering” Instead!
Because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), medical professionals are recommending social distancing. I am recommending using Social Media "Gathering" instead!
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New Video Series: Work/Study at Home “Tech Tips” during COVID-19/Corona Virus Era
HighTechDad launches a new video series of Tech Tips for Working or Studying at home during the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) era.
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With Social Distancing in Effect, Try Social Media “Gathering” Instead!
Because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), medical professionals are recommending social distancing. I am recommending using Social Media "Gathering" instead!
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How to Pitch Tech Writers & Influencers – Voices from 8 Tech Journalists (incl. HighTechDad)
If you are a vendor or PR firm looking to get a tech writer, influencer or journalist to write about yoru product or service, read these tips!
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Features to Look For in a Dash Cam – The Thinkware F800PRO Dashcam Has Them All!
Key items to look for in a dashcam - basic and high-end features. Review: Thinkware F800PRO dash cam has all of the premium features in a compact design.
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The 10Minds Motion Pillow Anti-Snoring Pillow Actually Works! Review on How It Does It (Updated w/ Video)
Review of the 10Minds Motion Pillow - a pillow which detects snoring and gently inflates air bags inside to move the snorer's head slightly.
Apple
How To Fix Almost Any Mac Software Problem Using these 4 Techniques
This How To article walks through 4 critical techniques to resolve almost every macOS software problem using proven tactics. Tips can be used with PC's too.
What’s the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s Best New Feature? Duh, It’s the Camera! See How!
The best feature of the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the camera obviously. This article has a comparison of images from iPhone XS Max & 11 Pro Max.
2 Accell Wireless Charging Solutions to Match Your Needs – Review
Review of two Accell wireless charging pads and hubs. Each is great for differnt scenarios: 1 all Apple on a desk; the other as a central charging hub.
7 Reasons Why (If You Have a USB-C MacBook Pro or Air) You NEED the HyperDrive Pro 8-in-2 Hub – Review
If you have a new(er) MacBook Pro/Air that has two USB Type-C/Thuderbolt 3 ports, get rid of those dongles & get the HyperDrive PRO 8-in-2 hub. My review!
Smart Home Guide 2019: Before Buying that Smart Home Device, Check These 8 Things First [Updated]
This Smart Home Guide 2019 helps to evaluate the smart home gadget or device you are considering. 8 items you should review before purchasing a smart device.
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Features to Look For in a Dash Cam – The Thinkware F800PRO Dashcam Has Them All!
Key items to look for in a dashcam - basic and high-end features. Review: Thinkware F800PRO dash cam has all of the premium features in a compact design.
Articles
The 10Minds Motion Pillow Anti-Snoring Pillow Actually Works! Review on How It Does It (Updated w/ Video)
Review of the 10Minds Motion Pillow - a pillow which detects snoring and gently inflates air bags inside to move the snorer's head slightly.
Review
What’s the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s Best New Feature? Duh, It’s the Camera! See How!
The best feature of the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the camera obviously. This article has a comparison of images from iPhone XS Max & 11 Pro Max.
Fix-it's & How-To's
Can’t Find TP? Use a Smart Bidet & Wash Your Butt Instead! – Stay At Home Tech Tip Video
Avoid having to hoard toilet paper by installing a smart bidet in your home. This DIY project is easy & you save the environment by conserving toilet paper.
Video Conferencing? Check Broadband Upload Speed – Stay at Home Tech Tip
Having a fast broadband connection at home is critical during the Shelter at Home due to COVID19/coronavirus. Learn what is important now!
New Video Series: Work/Study at Home “Tech Tips” during COVID-19/Corona Virus Era
HighTechDad launches a new video series of Tech Tips for Working or Studying at home during the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) era.
How to Pitch Tech Writers & Influencers – Voices from 8 Tech Journalists (incl. HighTechDad)
If you are a vendor or PR firm looking to get a tech writer, influencer or journalist to write about yoru product or service, read these tips!
How To Fix Almost Any Mac Software Problem Using these 4 Techniques
This How To article walks through 4 critical techniques to resolve almost every macOS software problem using proven tactics. Tips can be used with PC's too.
Got Time Machine Backup Errors? Like Error Type 11? How To Easily Identify & Fix!
How to fix Time Machine backup errors like Error Type 11. This How To article walks through numerous steps in identifying & fixing Time Machine errors & issues.
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Apple
How To Fix Almost Any Mac Software Problem Using these 4 Techniques
This How To article walks through 4 critical techniques to resolve almost every macOS software problem using proven tactics. Tips can be used with PC's too.
What’s the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s Best New Feature? Duh, It’s the Camera! See How!
The best feature of the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the camera obviously. This article has a comparison of images from iPhone XS Max & 11 Pro Max.
It’s Time to Show Off Your Google Assistant – Lenovo Smart Display 7 Review
Review of the Lenovo Smart Display 7 - a 7" touch-screen, Google Assistant-enabled device that can control various smart home devices & play media & music.
2 Accell Wireless Charging Solutions to Match Your Needs – Review
Review of two Accell wireless charging pads and hubs. Each is great for differnt scenarios: 1 all Apple on a desk; the other as a central charging hub.
7 Reasons Why (If You Have a USB-C MacBook Pro or Air) You NEED the HyperDrive Pro 8-in-2 Hub – Review
If you have a new(er) MacBook Pro/Air that has two USB Type-C/Thuderbolt 3 ports, get rid of those dongles & get the HyperDrive PRO 8-in-2 hub. My review!
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Setting up a DISH Wireless Joey is extremely easy and takes less than an hour. Here are the steps and what to expect in the setup process.
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This Amazing Fix Will Get Your MacBook Air Charging Again!
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How To Easily Change the iOS iTunes Backup Location to an External Hard Drive & Save Tons of Space
Running out of space on your Mac because of huge iOS backups? Here's how to move the default iTunes iOS backup to an external hard drive.
Family
4 Ways to Make a “Distanced” Mother’s Day Better with a Nixplay Digital Frame
Social Distancing may make Mother's Day a bit more difficult. With a Nixplay digital frame you can share memories remotely!
Changing our Thinking on how Children use Social Media During COVID-19 (Video Tech Tip)
As parents, we restrict kids' device usage. But, during COVID-19 era, we should relax this. Screens are how kids are connecting & maintaining friendships.
New Video Series: Work/Study at Home “Tech Tips” during COVID-19/Corona Virus Era
HighTechDad launches a new video series of Tech Tips for Working or Studying at home during the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) era.
With Social Distancing in Effect, Try Social Media “Gathering” Instead!
Because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), medical professionals are recommending social distancing. I am recommending using Social Media "Gathering" instead!
Automotive
Features to Look For in a Dash Cam – The Thinkware F800PRO Dashcam Has Them All!
Key items to look for in a dashcam - basic and high-end features. Review: Thinkware F800PRO dash cam has all of the premium features in a compact design.
Little Things That Make A Difference – 2019 Toyota Sequoia 4×4 & Season of Giving
Toyota's Season of Giving includes a 2019 Toyota Sequoia loan, donations to food banks, the Toyota Panda, & several little things I liked about the Sequoia.
These 17 Features of the 2019 Chevy Silverado Surprised Me & My Family
A family review of the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2WD RST DBL truck - a surprisingly comfortable & feature-filled truck that moves beyond being a utility vehicle.
Video: How To Replace Headlight Bulbs on 2013 Hyundai Elantra – the EASY Way!
ow to easily replace the passenger & driver-side headlight bulbs on a 2013 Hyunda Elantra. Works for yearrs 2011-2016 models. Full video instructions.
It Took 334,544 LEGO Pieces to this Make Chevy Silverado!
334,544 LEGO piece were used to create a full-sized Chevrolet Silverado to help celebrate the launch of "The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part."
12 Ways the 2019 Lexus LS-500h Luxury Sedan Makes You “Like A Boss”
Review (from a dad's perspective) of the 2019 Lexus LS-500h luxury sedan. Just driving this vehicle makes you feel "like a boss!" 12 resons why I think so!
Staying Cool with 12 Hot Features of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 (Review)
Review of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 AWD Grand Touring SUV after a week-long road trip to baking hot LA. My family & I had some favorite cool and hot features!
Gadgets
Can’t Find TP? Use a Smart Bidet & Wash Your Butt Instead! – Stay At Home Tech Tip Video
Avoid having to hoard toilet paper by installing a smart bidet in your home. This DIY project is easy & you save the environment by conserving toilet paper.
4 Ways to Make a “Distanced” Mother’s Day Better with a Nixplay Digital Frame
Social Distancing may make Mother's Day a bit more difficult. With a Nixplay digital frame you can share memories remotely!
The 10Minds Motion Pillow Anti-Snoring Pillow Actually Works! Review on How It Does It (Updated w/ Video)
Review of the 10Minds Motion Pillow - a pillow which detects snoring and gently inflates air bags inside to move the snorer's head slightly.
What’s the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max’s Best New Feature? Duh, It’s the Camera! See How!
The best feature of the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the camera obviously. This article has a comparison of images from iPhone XS Max & 11 Pro Max.
