“General” collection
Access a diverse collection of miscellaneous technology reviews, specialized DIY tool assessments, and unique lifestyle articles. From niche electrical equipment to general digital organization tips, this section covers the broad spectrum of a tech-focused life.
HTD Tech Briefs
View all →March 26, 2016
Solartab Review: Tablet-Size Battery Packing Power from the Sun
Review of Solartab - a tablet-sized solar portable battery charger with two USB output to allow for charging of 2 devices on the go.
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March 22, 2016
How to Upgrade a MacBook Pro/Air SSD the EASY Way – TarDisk Pear Review
How to easily upgrade a MacBook Pro/Air SSD hard drive using flash storage solutions called TarDisk Pear 2.0. Review of TarDisk Pear 2.0 & how to install.
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March 15, 2016
How to Set Up OpenVPN with NETGEAR R8500 WiFi Router for Smartphone VPN Connections
How to set up OpenVPN with the NETGEAR WiFi router on a smartphone for secure connectivity on your own private network. Discusses iOS configuration.
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March 14, 2016
Slingbox 500 Review: Placeshifting TV the Way YOU Want To
Review of the Slingbox 500 which allows you to time & place shift your cable or satellite video content so you can view on the go from a tablet/smartphone.
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March 1, 2016
Upgrading my Logo…On my Belt Buckle…Done by FosterWeld
A few years ago, FosterWeld made me a custom belt buckle with my logo. I just got the custom buckle upgraded with great results.
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February 23, 2016
“Remote” Can Describe a lot: Distance, Control, Access & Viewing
The definition of "remote" has many meanings: remote control, remote access, remote viewing. Slingbox encompasses all of these definitions.
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February 18, 2016
How to Set Up & Sync your iTunes Playlist using iCloud Music Library
How to set up and sync your iTunes playlist to automatically copy between connected devices using the iCloud Music Library
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February 17, 2016
NETGEAR’s Arlo Q Rounds Out Video Security with Wired-power HD Camera Offering [Review]
Review of the NETGEAR Arlo Q - a high-definition WiFi security camera with 2-way audio, night vision and free cloud storage. And it's powered by a wall plug!
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February 15, 2016
Online, It’s Really All about “Me” So Protect It – #MentorME
Nowadays, developing a digital reputation is critical, but just as important is its maintenance. #MentorME campaign aims to show how key this is.
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February 10, 2016
How to Set Up a Portable Camping Theater with the AAXA P5 Pico Projector
Camping purists may disagree with bringing tech, but here's a How-To for those who want to bring a portable camping theater using the AAXA P5 Pico Projector
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February 8, 2016
“His” or “Her” Cross Pens – A Valentine’s Day Dilemma
Cross pens provides a way to match a writing instrument with the personality and use case of the receiver, matching style with function.
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February 4, 2016
ASAP Dash Portable Battery – 0 to 100 Percent in Minutes, Not Hours
A review of the ASAP Dash, a light-weight, portable battery charger, which promises to charge in minutes to give you power for multiple device charges.
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