Tips and Tricks
Sawdust gets everywhere. Even your charging port.
Sawdust can reach an exposed phone charging port even when you use a case. Here is my practical workshop routine for storing, checking,…
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Tips and Tricks
Before you put a paper clip in your charging port
A paper clip fits inside the opening. That does not make it a cleaning tool. Here is what to check before turning a…
Tips and Tricks
The laptop bag check most people skip
That little adapter sticking out of your laptop deserves a second look before you zip the bag. So does everything sharing the compartment.
Tips and Tricks
Cold phone. Charging can wait.
After a cold morning outside, a charging pause can be the phone protecting itself. Read the warning before reaching for another cable.
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The camera check after the last shot
The lens cap goes on without a thought. The side cover deserves the same habit, especially after a shoot with a monitor, microphone,…
How to
Create Your Own Macro Lens for Smartphone Photographers
The world is getting better and better for smartphone photographers. Now more than ever, capturing images in-the-moment has become a gateway to photographic…
How to
How to Improve iOS 9 Battery Life
Imagine you’re in a new city and are in desperate need of directions, when suddenly your battery dies and your screen goes black.…
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Samsung Galaxy S6 Charging Issue Solved
Having a little bit of trouble charging your new Galaxy S6? It could be an issue with power management in your device, one…
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How to Reduce Data Usage without Losing Touch
Our friendly little mobile buddies are there for everything. Your device is there when the winning pass is caught by your home team, they…