Virtualization is becoming a bigger factor in everyone’s computer experience, and one place it seems to be gaining popularity is a Windows client running on a Mac. This arrangement allows a Mac OS X user to have access to the huge Windows library of titles. So, it does make sense for a Mac user to …
I’ve been into computers for many years now, too many to count at this point, but when someone in my family or any friends have a computer problem they call me to help them out. One of the biggest complaints I run across is speed, and why is their computer running slow. There are of …
So… you have been using Facebook to connect to old friends and family, and you have never felt more in touch. You laugh, share, play, and comment to your heart’s content, but then something new starts to happen. Your Facebook friends begin to get messages and wall posts from you that you did not write. …
Imagine for a moment that you are a large company that has recently been given a new lease on life thanks to innovation and reputation (and a lot of luck, but that is another story). Now, being said company, your solution for selling apps to the end users of your mobile device has seen unprecedented …
You know that you can place calls, check email, and play DoodleBug on your iPhone, but did you know that your iPhone can also help you be more green?
We look at some of the apps you can install and use to become more eco-friendly and an all around greener person.
iGreen
iGreen is a green news aggregator …
This past summer, I sat in a little pizza and wing pub in a town outside Pittsburgh and had lunch. An array of televisions decorates the place, generally showing sports or action movies for people to watch in the background as they eat. This particular day, however, they were showing the Scripps National Spelling Bee, …
So I was eating my dinner and somebody rang my doorbell, it was a special delivery from our friends at Verizon Wireless. Yes I’ve got my hands on the new Motorola Devour, and I’ve been playing with it for a bit now so I’ve got the a bunch of pictures of the device and several …
It’s that time of year again. Love is in the air. Lovers flock to the stores to buy tokens of affection for the special someone in their lives… it’s Valentine’s Day.
Since “geek” is sexy and the “in” thing to be, I thought it would be a good time to share with you …
When the Windows operating system first crawled onto a Palm sized device back in April, 2000, a lot of us thought we were seeing the future of smart phones. Many developers spent the next few years building apps and preparing for the future.
But fast forward to today, and Windows Mobile is almost an afterthought on …
A few months ago I did a piece with a title similar to this one HERE, and what I did was take XP, Vista and 7 and compare them to each other. A lot of you whined though that I was comparing 32bit operating systems to 64bit operating systems and you told me that my …
Android – I am sure that most of you tech savvy readers know what it is, and what impact it may have on the future of mobile computing. For those that do not know the details, Android is an operating system with its roots in Linux. Google bought the original Android OS, and since has …
How do you bring copious amounts of joy to BlackBerry smartphone users? By releasing a high-quality, super useful app that comes without a price tag. New apps are being developed for our mobile devices faster than anyone can keep up with, but only a fraction of them truly succeed by serving as an efficient resource …
So you picked up your shiny new copy of Microsoft’s latest OS offering – Windows 7 and want to install it on your (cue dramatic music)…….. Intel based Mac. Mac fans will view this as blasphemy and Windows lovers will probably ask; “why didn’t you get a PC if you wanted to run Windows”. Well …
As the resident Testfreak Apple aficionado I felt it was time to sway in with my opinion on Apple’s latest “revolutionary” device – the iPad. Like most people prior to the announcement I was like a kid at Christmas; awaiting what neat toy Santa Jobs would present for us under the tree. Afterwards, I and …
The smartphone market has expanded many times over in recent history, and from all indications it is in no danger of slowing any time soon. And while there are many players in the market, it might be interesting to note that the “politics” of smartphone control and development are not unlike that of real world …
Having a reliable GPS (Global Positioning System) is important, especially if you don’t know your surroundings at all. An old GPS or one without current maps may put you in a position like this couple.
GPS units have come a long way in a short period of time. In the past only a barebones GPS could …
Is there a tablet in your future?
If you read the news sites or visit many tech blogs, it seems that the newest computer gadget threatening to invade the market is the tablet computer. This year’s CES showed that many different models are slated (so to say) to be launched in this calendar year.
But if these …
Today we have some exciting news for all of you who are running your own websites. We have created an easy to use widget that you can use to bring reviews and product information to your own site. The widget shows a product image and average review scores from experts and users and foremost it …
With CES going on this week, there will be a slew of new point and shoot digital cameras on the market. Newer models will mean the 2009 versions can be purchased for discount prices. Today we will look at the best ten models from the 2009 calendar year.
Point and Shoot digital cameras provide a convenient …
Not wanting to let Jeff and Kris handle all the 2009 Top Ten list fun, I decided to join the list making extravaganza. Today I will be running down the top ten DSLR cameras for 2009. Digital SLR cameras have made some nice advances in the past year with additions such as HD Movie recording, …
What should you expect in your next HDTV?
The Television set has been a fixture in most American homes for quite a number of years now. With an unprecedented amount of media available to the end user today, the chances are that the home TV, or at least the home large screen monitor, is going to …
On the outside, most televisions look pretty much the same. They’re rectangular, they’re thin, and they’re usually covered with black plastic. But it’s what is inside that can make the difference between whether the unit costs $400 or $4,000, and the quality of picture you’ll get.
Whether your use your television primarily for watching shows, enjoying …
…and we’re back with another Best of list for 2009, this time we’re talking about Nintendo Wii Games. This list comprises of retail boxed games and WiiWare downloadable games as well that scored the highest according to expert and user reviews. Sure, you may not agree with all of these selections, but it’s hard to …
We’re back with another Best of 2009 list, this time it’s Xbox360 games. I’m sure by now a lot of you are getting tired of the top ten lists of games, so I decided to go with the top eleven games just to be a little bit different. Our list comprises not only retail games …
The second in our ‘Best of 2009’ series is all about what seems to be everyone’s favorite product, Netbooks. We’ve got the top ten best of 2009 Netbooks as based on a combination of user and expert reviews from around the world. In this list of the top ten best of 2009 we’ve got the …
It’s Christmas day, we at TestFreaks hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday.
It’s the end of the year again folks, in case you hadn’t noticed. That white stuff out on the grass – that’s called snow. That horrible dryness causing your skin to itch – that’s from the cold. As we …
If you’ve read any of my NAS reviews then you’d know that I’m a big fan of NAS boxes, I much prefer them over any other external storage system. They are and can be much more than just a storage device, they can run surveillance, FTP and Web servers, along with different types of media …
2009, what a year it was. To say that it was a roller coaster applies not only to the financial world, but to the tech world as well. We had some great hits, and some equally great misses. Without getting too terribly technical, let’s take a look at some of our favorite hits and misses in the tech world for 2009.
The Holidays, while bringing a lot of joy and happiness to people, can also bring with it a lot of stress. Between the gift buying, the get togethers, the dinners, the visits, the trips, and more it can become hectic. But with modern information tools you can find help in getting all the tasks behind you to ensure a pleasant holiday experience.
Have someone on your holiday list who loves a good quality gadget? Of course you do – how could you not? Whether you need some brand spankin’ new gadgets for your hubby or your son (or you’re trying to catch some holiday savings to pick up some new gadgets for yourself), we’ve …
These days, chances are there is at least one person on your Christmas shopping list who is a console gamer. With the gamer demographic becoming more expanded, you could just as well be needing a Christmas present for your five year-old niece or your forty year-old husband. Fortunately, as with anything, a …
When I got the OCZ Neutrino I was using a Seagate 160GB hard drive, and then I switched over to a Patriot Warp 128gb SSD, but then I got the OCZ Agility 60GB SSD for review. From testing the Agility I found it was faster than the Patriot SSD and the Seagate HDD so I …
Ah, the Holidays are here, and with it comes the Spirit of Giving. While you are going through your list, finding the perfect gift for those you love (and otherwise), it might be good to note that some tech gifts are better served by not giving.
If you missed out, or simply avoided, Black Friday… Cyber Monday is the day for you. While Black Friday is the busiest brick and mortar shopping day of the year – Cyber Monday boasts the busiest online shopping day of the year. Here’s 7 websites to help you find the best Cyber Monday deals.
Divinity II isn’t slated for release until next year actually, but CDV was nice enough to send it along to me, last week actually, and I’ve been playing it for several hours already, and having quite a bit of fun. For right now though I’ve got three game play videos along with the trailer and …
Gmail is everywhere. From innocent mail users getting a note from granny, to power users that are forging a path across the internet wastelands, Gmail is a formidable tool in every web jockey’s arsenal. But to really use this versatile set of tools to their best advantage, a little knowledge can turn the chevy into a Ferrari powerhouse.
One of the greatest things on television are advertisements by computer companies.
Okay – maybe that’s a stretch – but the ad battle between computer companies over the last several years is pretty entertaining and competitive. From ridiculous comedy to bullying, computer speak and little girls who can barely talk, many different angles have been hit …
Do you have money to burn? No? Me either. But if you are among the “rich” and “famous” (or not so famous) you may be looking for that special luxurious gift for family and friends for Christmas. Or maybe you’re looking for a gift for that special filthy rich person in your life?
On November 27, 2009, people will be flocking to the stores looking for the best deals this Black Friday… hoping to find just the right gifts for family and friends this Christmas. This holiday season we are helping you take the guess work out of your post Thanksgiving Day shopping… If you’re like me, you do a lot of research before making a major purchase (well, in today’s economy – any purchase). I like to find reviews on products I’m interested in and price comparisons – where can I find the best deals.
We all hear about the fitness gadgets that promise to give you six-pack abs and help you to drop 30 pounds in 30 days. These miracle exercise and weight loss gadgets are often times gimmicky… here are some of the good, the bad and the downright wacky fitness gadgets.