Archive for the ‘hardware’ Category

Android on HTC Magic

If you’re looking for a new mobile phone, check out Vodaphone’s demo of  Android running on the HTC Magic (which should be hitting the shops as we speak) I’ve been looking to upgrade my phone for some time now, and this video REALLY got my juices flowing. Android seems to...

Unlocking your Samsung G600

I finally got Camille her replacement mobile phone; she settled on a Samsung G600 from Tesco Mobile in the end, partly because of the 5 megapixel camera, and partly because it’s pink. It’s a nice phone, though I would prefer a smartphone myself; but anyway it’s not for me. Anyway,...

Label Everything

I’ve wanted one of these gadgets for ages, but never really got round to buying one. Yup, it’s a labelling machine and will let you put labels on everything you want! I came across one today which lets you print a variety of labels in different colours. It’s a Brother...

Santa, Santa! I want one of these!

Anyone who knows me will know that I’ve been playing with webcams for a good few years now! There’s something extra special I think in adding a your face to your interactions on the web, whether it’s IM, your blog or a video chat. I’m sure you’ve noticed my image...

Make sure you have backups

I was speaking to a Phil, a friend of mine who runs a limo service here in the Isle of Man and who’s had a spot of bother with his PC. He had trouble for a few days, tried a system restore and ended up in a worse situation than...

A laser printer for under $100

I was pretty surprised today while looking thought the sale page on Buy.com, that you can get a wireless laser printer for under $100. The Brother HL-2170W will set you back around $89 .. and with free shipping to the US, if you lived in America that would be all...

Which camera should I get?

Well, it’s my birthday next week and Camille is getting me a new compact camera to replace my old Minolta (which is now 5 years old). To tell you the truth, 3.2 megapixels is still great for online photos, but it’s slow, doesn’t give any control over exposure time and...

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