4/11/2023: Luxurious portable power banks
Power banks get smarter, heavier and pricier.
Advisorator Archives
4/4/2023: CarPlay and Android Auto advice
A primer on CarPlay and Android Auto, and how to make the most of them if they’re in your car already.
3/28/2023: Advanced backup tricks
How to back up your backups, even if your computer is low on storage or you don’t have a computer at all.
3/21/2023: An awesome email privacy option
Longtime readers know that I’m a fan of both Bitwarden for password security and email aliases for privacy, but I recently discovered a slick solution that combines the benefits of both.
3/14/2023: The incredible $300 PC
Consider this an enthusiastic product review, but also a lesson on technological overkill.
3/7/2023: Your phone’s best button
Beyond just sharing links and photos with other people, the Share button serves as a hub for all kinds of helpful shortcuts.
2/28/2023: How hacking happens
When you think of computer hacking, it’s tempting to imagine a sophisticated cybercriminal exploiting the latest security holes to break through our devices’ defenses. The reality tends to be more mundane.
2/21/2023: Fixing Windows 11
Instead of trying to downgrade from Windows 11, I’m learning to live with it.
2/14/2023: Let’s digitize a VHS
With a USB capture card and OBS, you can digitize VHS tapes and record pretty much anything.
2/7/2023: How tech tries to trick you
Being tech-savvy isn’t just about knowing how to use a specific operating system or app. It’s about recognizing patterns and knowing how to deal with them even when the territory is unfamiliar.