New year, new tech. We know keeping up with the latest can get confusing. That’s why we’re here. From how to buy a 4K TV, to getting the right power bank for your smartphone, to setting up your home network for zippier performance, to how to protect yourself from online attacks: Here’s our guide to the top 11 tech things you need to know for 2017.
Buying a 4K TV: What you need to know about HDCP 2.2, HDMI 2.0, HEVC & UHD
Is buying a 4K TV as simple as ensuring that it has a 4K resolution? Not quite, especially if you want your multi-thousand-dollar investment to last as long as possible. Whether you're looking to buy a 4K TV or just wondering if your existing 4K gear can keep up with the latest standards, understanding is invaluable.
5 tips on buying the correct power bank for your mobile device (2016 edition!)
How big of a power bank do you need? How do you choose the right output and input power? Should you buy power banks with lithium-ion batteries or lithium polymer ones?
A newbie's guide to home networking
Everyone appreciates fast internet. Here’s what you need to know to get good internet coverage for the entire home.
Tips to improve online gaming performance
Ever lost a round because of lag? Here are some tips and tricks you can use to speed up your online gaming experience.
Getting ready for 10Gb/s internet
By now, you should have heard about the three 10Gbps home broadband plans from M1, Singtel, SuperInternet, and ViewQwest. But beyond the simple act of signing up and paying the monthly subscription fee, there could be several other investments and preparations you may need to make first to ensure a pleasant experience at the end of the day. What are they? Let's find out.
The ultimate guide to paying with your smartphone in Singapore, 2016 edition
There are more ways than ever before to pay using your smartphone in Singapore today. There are, in fact, so many options that it can get downright confusing. That’s why we decided to compile this one stop, easy to understand guide to mobile payments.
Hacked, or why you should be freaking out right now
Chances are you’ve already been hacked. While nobody can be completely hack-proof, everyone can be less hackable. You can improve your chances by understanding how you can be attacked, and by practicing some digital self-defense. Here are the six big ways you can be hacked, and what to do about it.
Unbreakable: How tough is your 'tough' gadget?
Maybe you’ve just bought a new, rugged gadget. But how tough is tough exactly, and how do you know if you can actually shower with that new smartphone/tablet (c’mon, you’ve thought of it)?
The Great SSD Migration 2015 Edition
The fastest way you can speed up an aging PC is to upgrade to an SSD. No kidding, the difference is like night and day. But migrating your entire system can be a dicey affair, you don’t want to lose any essential data. Here’s how to safely upgrade from a hard disk drive to an SSD.
Buying the Right Printer: Printer Technologies Explained
With so many choices on the market, now’s a good time as any to replace your aging printer. With all the different printing technologies available, it is definitely a difficult process to select the best one for your needs. Here’s printers explained.
How to Decide Which Home Printer to Buy
Looking for a home printer, but not sure which you should get? We help you know what you need, by sorting through how you plan to use one.