The Razer Phone has already been crowned the best gaming phone on the market today, and it might need to make room on the mantle for another trophy: the best phone for Netflix. Its Quad HD 120 Hz display makes it a great option to binge Black Mirror on, but the Razer Phone did ...more
Press renders for HTC's latest phone leaked out this morning, and it turns out that it likely won't be called the One M10 as many had expected. Instead, the company seems to be trying to clean up its naming conventions, and the next phone will simply be called HTC 10. Check o ...more
Doorbells are useful and all, but most of them are boring as hell. They use the same old generic sounds to let you know when guests have arrived, as demonstrated below. Video: . To liven things up a bit, you could spend money on buying customized doorbells. But why do that whe ...more
Are your smartphone's built-in speakers not loud enough? Don't want to fork out the cash for some additional speakers? Instructables user urant's got you covered. He created the Whirlwind—a portable paper stand and speaker that folds up to fit in your pocket or wallet so you c ...more
How do you make a 1950 Studebaker even cooler? By installing an iPod Nano in the dashboard, of course! The folks over at MAYA Design hacked their way to a touch-controlled sound system with this project they've dubbed the "Nano-Baker" (or "Stude-iPod") using a pair of Apple ea ...more
Remember when water and iPhones couldn't mix? Pools, tubs, and toilets would suck down the working iPhones of clumsy and careless owners and spit out expensive paperweights like they were nothing. Times have changed, however, and the newest iPhones can take a swim without fear ...more
Mobile gaming has exploded, with roughly $70 billion in revenue in 2019. This gave rise to the so-called gaming phone, headlined by names like Razer and ASUS. While the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra are being marketed as everyman devices, make no mistake — these are unstoppa ...more
The battery icon in your iPhone's status bar gives you a visual idea of how much power is left, and there's a battery percentage option you can switch to or view in the Control Center, depending on your model. But what you may not know is that there's a way to view the battery ...more
While the portability of mobile phones makes gaming convenient, it isn't a perfect playing experience. With touch controls, small screens, and limited specs, smartphones lack the comfortability of dedicated gaming devices. But with a few tips, you can enjoy games as if you wer ...more
Many popular IoT devices have terrible security. For instance, a hacker who's on the same Wi-Fi network as a Sonos speaker can assume direct control over the device's behavior. If an IoT device doesn't secure the messages used to control it over a network, it's easy for somebo ...more
Ever since the announcement of the Razer Phone, a wave of gaming smartphones started to hit the market. With ASUS being such a big name in gaming, it made sense for them to throw their hat in the ring. The result is the ROG Phone. And with this first try, ASUS has topped the r ...more
The "controversial" Pixel. No phone in the history of Google's Pixel lineup deserves this title more than the Pixel 3 XL. For some (including myself), the design is a welcome change that embodies the modern design of 2018 flagship phones. For others, it has an ugly huge displa ...more
Three new iPhones means you have to make a choice: Do you go with the smaller iPhone XS, the larger iPhone XS Max, or the cheaper iPhone XR? There's lots to like about each model, but if you want to make an informed decision, it's time to learn what each has to offer. Here's w ...more
Pronunciation is key to learning any new language. Before diving into the vocabulary and basic phrases, a good approach is to listen and try and get your aural perception honed in. A new word or phrase, like "je m'appelle" in French, is awesome to learn, but it's important to ...more
Nintendo 64. It's the classic video game console and probably houses a bunch of your fond childhood memories. Well, now you can relive those tender moments AND play Super Mario Brothers on the go by hacking your Nintendo 64 just a wee bit. Check out this video to learn how to ...more
This is a tutorial of how to take advantage of wireless printing, set up a backup system, and set up wireless speakers to listen to music from anywhere in your house.
Watch to learn some basic French verbs and expressions that use them. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation. Part 1 of 3 - How to Say some basic French verbs. Part 2 of 3 - How to Say some basic French verbs. Part 3 of 3 - How to Say some basic French verbs.
This video demonstrates the relationship between electricity and magnetism and shows how to construct an electromagnet using a 4 inch iron nail, 5 meters of copper wire and a 1.5 volt AA battery. Electromagnetism was discovered by the Danish scientist Oersted. Electromagnetism ...more
One of the most soothing card trick videos we've seen yet, follow along and try your skill at Tenkai palming. Learn how to use the palm to vanish cards (or credit cards, when you get good enough). You might have to crank the volume all the way up on your speakers, but it's wor ...more
Take your home theater with you wherever you go! You can hook a jailbroken iPhone up to a projector and speakers and make any room a movie theater, with a crystal clear 52" screen. This video explains how to set up this iPhone powered mobile projecting unit.
Photographer Sara Naim creates an oddly beautiful visual documentation of sound: Beethoven's classic Moonlight Sonata, envisioned with milk. Open in another tab. Listen and look. Does it do the trick? Previously, Freaky Cornstarch Speakers Explained.
From the 3.8-inch display, to the 1GHz Snapdragon CPU, to, of course, the slide-out stereo speakers, this guide from IntoMobile presents a whirligig hardware tour of the AT&T HTC Surround Windows Phone 7 (WP7) smartphone. Take a look and learn how to get the most of your own H ...more
Polish has several unique sounds, letters and pronunciation rules that can confuse English-speakers who are trying to learn how to speak the language. A useful video for anyone trying to decipher Polish letters and pronounce Polish words.
Turn two salad bowls into a spherical array, ball of sound. Speaker arrays are common at large venues, but are practical for your home environment to give your home theater a good sound. Make this spherical ball of sound from Make Magazine using 8 speakers, 6 quart salad bowls ...more
This is a simple way to achieve one of the loudest whistles ever! Anyone can learn and it only requires a Sharpie permanent marker cap. WARNING: turn your speakers down because it could be very loud. Try it yourself, and you will find that the whistle is actually much louder i ...more
Check out this instructional DJ video that shows you how to set your power amplifier. In this video, the instructor gives you an idea on what is going on inside a power amp using diagrams and colorful explanations. This tutorial has nothing to do with speakers, and deals exclu ...more
Check out this instructional Hungarian language video to learn how to speak Hungarian! In this lesson, learn how to pronounce common greetings in Hungarian. This video provides conversations in Hungarian with English subtitles and German subtitles. This instructional language ...more
Check out this instructional Hungarian language video to learn how to speak Hungarian! In this lesson, learn how to say a few Hungarian phrases. This video provides instruction exclusively in Hungarian without English translation or subtitles. This instructional language video ...more
Check out this instructional Hungarian language video to learn how to speak Hungarian! In this lesson, learn how to pronounce the letters GY, A-O, and NY in Hungarian. This video provides phrases exclusively in Hungarian without English translation or subtitles. This instructi ...more
Check out this instructional Hungarian language video to learn how to speak Hungarian! In this lesson, listen to a few dialogues in Hungarian. This video provides conversations exclusively in Hungarian without English translation or subtitles. This instructional language video ...more
Check out this instructional Hungarian language video to learn how to speak Hungarian! In this lesson, listen to a few dialogues in Hungarian. This video provides conversations exclusively in Hungarian without English translation or subtitles. This instructional language video ...more
Check out this instructional Hungarian language video to learn how to speak Hungarian! In the 1st lesson, listen to tiny dialogues in Hungarian. This video provides conversations exclusively in Hungarian without English translation or subtitles. This instructional language vid ...more
Check out this instructional Japanese language video for a lesson in Japanese slang. Practice your lingo and impress native Japanese language speakers with your firm grasp of their vernacular. This video is great for language nerds and anime enthusiasts who are trying to impro ...more
Check out this instructional English language video that explores several definitions of British English slang words and phrases. This video vibrantly translates a wide variety of British words for other English speakers in the world. Brush up your knowledge of these obscure B ...more
Check out this instructional language video to learn how to pronounce 6 letters in Russian that look the same, but are different. Learn how to read and write the Cyrillic alphabet with Viktor Dmitriyevich Huliganov with this 3rd lesson. This lesson covers the letters B, P, H, ...more
Check out this instructional language video to learn how to pronounce and write the entire Russian alphabet in dictionary order. Learn how to read and write cyrillic with Viktor Dmitriyevich Huliganov in this tenth and final lesson. Watch this tutorial video that is great for ...more
Check out this instructional language video and learn about Russian verbs ending in -ovat'. Learn Russian with Viktor Dmitriyevich Huliganov in his 16th lesson. He introduces a whole new way of conjugating the tricky -ovat' verbs in Russian. Watch this tutorial video that is g ...more
Check out this instructional language video and learn about Russian prepositions. Learn Russian with Viktor Dmitriyevich Huliganov in his 17th lesson that is in two parts. He introduces a whole new way of tackling the tricky area of prepositions in Russian. Watch this tutorial ...more
This is a quirky little how to video that teaches you how to repair and replace that worn out speaker surround you wanted to toss out or just bought at a garage sale for $1. Get to that yard sale and repair those old worn out speakers and make them worth thousands again!
Watch to learn how to talk about sports and sports equipment in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of car parts, like the battery and jumper cables, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of different kinds of dessert, like cookies and candy, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of musical instruments, like the trombone and the balalaika, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of vegetables, like garlic and artichokes, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of toys, like a rocking horse and a doll, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of some plants, like chicory and artichoke, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of gardening tools, like a watering can and a spade, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of different kinds of grains, like wheat and millet, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of all different kinds of cookies in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of the parts of the body in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of different kinds of breads and pastries, like croissants and cinnamon rolls, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of some savory pastries, like a croissant with ham, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of various fruits in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Watch to learn how to say the names of kitchen appliances, like a coffee maker and a hot plate, in French. For intermediate French speakers--no English translation.
Improve your knowledge of Japanese expressions by watching this video. This short video is intended for entry level Japanese speakers, watch and test how much Japanese you know.
Improve your Japanese vocabulary by watching this video. This short video is intended for entry level Japanese speakers, watch and test your vocabulary.
Improve your Japanese listening skills by watching this video. This short video is intended for entry level Japanese speakers, watch and test your listening ability.
This video will teach you the 3 different pronunciations of the past tense -ed. If you leave off this little ending, many of your native American English speakers will seriously be lost! This video is best for people learning to reduce their accent or students learning English ...more
In this video you will learn an easy trick that will make it much easier for American English speakers to understand you! Brought to you by Accent Master, accent reduction specialists. This video is best for people learning to reduce their accent or students learning English a ...more
This video is to help non-native English speakers say words that use the voiceless "th" sound. This video is best for people learning to reduce their accent or students learning English as a second language (ESL).