VADZIM CHUBITCH/Shutterstock Our smartphones have become an integral part of our lives in the digital age. While there is certainly a case to be made that we all spend too much time on these devices, the fact remains that we rely on them to perform…
One of the things I liked most about the Marshall Heston 120 was its design, as it largely stayed true to the Marshall design language that has been beloved for decades. Fortunately, the Marshall Heston 60 retains many of the same design elements as its larger, more expensive sibling, although there are some changes as…
Tdub303/Getty Images If you’ve been through an airport at any point in the last few years, you know there are so many checkpoints, security lines, and identification requirements to navigate. While the days when you could walk into an office and have your boarding pass…
Yalcin Sonata/Shutterstock When it comes to customization, macOS gives users plenty of ways to personalize their Apple-branded technology. One part of the UI you can change is the account image that appears on your MacBook’s lock screen. This is also the same photo that appears…
Yorven/Getty Images For anyone recording audio using multiple mics, you’ll need to follow what’s called the 3 to 1 rule. This is a simple tip that, when used correctly, will ensure that the audio quality from each microphone is crisp, clear and crisp. This is…
Yalcin Sonata/Shutterstock These days, a disc player may be more valuable than some people think, as DVDs are making a well-deserved comeback. It’s also a good retro format for media and storage. With a standard DVD holding around 4.7 GB on a single layer, MacBook…
Savushkin/Getty Images You may have switched to wireless headphones years ago, but when you’re on the go, you may have noticed an increasing number of people using the wired type. Indeed, thanks in part to celebrities and social media, old-fashioned wired headphones are back in…
aileenchik/Shutterstock If you have a relatively modern monitor, chances are it has one or more USB ports. Surprisingly, these items are often overlooked as users spend money on USB hubs and docking stations. If you too have never explored your monitor’s USB ports, it’s high…
T.Vyc/Shutterstock Artificial intelligence (AI) is making a lot of noise these days. This impacts not only our brains but also our wallets by leading to an increase in the cost of computer components. For some, AI could even force them to pay more for gas…
Kev Gregory/Shutterstock Bose Corporation is one of the biggest names in audio in the world, ranking among the best major brands in Bluetooth headphones and speakers. The company is known for its acoustic engineering prowess and actually pioneered active noise cancellation (ANC) technology in commercial headphones with its QuietComfort series. However,…