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- Tested: Generic “Sintechi” FC1307A-based SD to IDE Adapter (SD35VC0)
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- Weekend Project: MMA8451Q Accelerometer as a Microphone?
- Radiofax: NMC Pt. Reyes California (National Weather Service/NOAA, USA)
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- Quick Teardown, Pairing: J.Burrows Wireless 2.4Ghz USB Keyboard & Mouse Combo
- Radiofax: HSW64 (Weather Forecast Division, Thai Meteorological Department)
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- Teardown: Cowin HE5A SportFree Active Noise Cancelling Wireless Bluetooth Earphones
- Radio: RadioFax/HF Fax Reception on KiwiSDR with kiwifax.py
- Radio: JJC/9VF Kyodo HF Fax *MEGA* Gallery (Aug 2017 – Jan 2019)
- Repair: SteelSeries Sensei “Pro Gaming” Laser Mouse (62150)
- Troubleshoot, Repair: TP-Link UE300 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter
- Tech Flashback: Diamond SM56LE-PCT V.92 56k Internal PCI Modem (I56PSP-F40)
- Tech Flashback: KDS Converter/Measure/Calculator 5m (YS-5010ME)
- Salvage: Techway Endeavour II Computer (Part 2)
- Tech Flashback: Colourful Memories – Floppies & RAM
- WebSDRs: The Urban SWL’s Dream, a DXers’ Tool, & the End of DXpeditions?
- Review, Teardown & Test: Portable USB 18650 Li-Ion Rechargeable Fans (x3)
- Random: Happy New Year (2019) – Reflections, ABC/TBS Satellite Feed & Other Stuff
- Salvage: Techway Endeavour II Computer (Part 1)
- Teardown: Eveready General Purpose (No. 909) 6V Carbon-Zinc Lantern Battery
- Analysis: Freeview TV Services in Sydney, Australia (27th December 2018)
- Service Call: Samsung HD204UI 2TB SpinPoint F4EG Hard Drive in Trouble
- Event: Sony Alpha Sessions Sydney (6-8th December 2018)
- Review: ADATA Ultimate SU650 480GB 3D NAND SSD (ASU650SS-480GT-R)
- Review: EEVBlog HVP-70 (70Mhz) & Micsig DP10013 (100Mhz) High Voltage Differential Probes
- Project: DIY Weather Station & Displays
- Quick Review: LG 27UD59-B 27″ UHD 4K IPS LED Monitor with Freesync
- Random: Crap Cables, USB Charger Repair, USB “Condom” & Win10 October Update
- Quick Review: Xiaomi Wiha Screwdriver Set (JXLSD01XH)
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Quick Review: LG 27UD59-B 27″ UHD 4K IPS LED Monitor with Freesync
Around last Christmas, I built myself a new workstation that bought me from a Phenom II X6 1090T (2010) up to a Ryzen 7 1700 (2017). Amongst the things I did not upgrade, that caused the most consternation was my … Continue reading
Not So Smart: TP-Link TL-SG105E V3.0 5-Port Gigabit Easy Smart Switch
I’ve made a few mentions about VLANs in the recent past as it’s something that I find quite useful along with virtual APs with managing an ever-increasingly-complex home network. But as some more “basic” edge equipment may not be able … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Telecommunications
Tagged analysis, cheap, computer hardware, made-in-china, networking, new stuff, reverse engineer, review, teardown
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Review: SanDisk Ultra Flair 128Gb USB 3.0 Flash Drive (SDCZ73-128G-G46B)
Once in a while, out of need or out of desperation to use a discount coupon, I end up buying something, often technology related. This time, it was the latter case, so I went and purchased something I knew would … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Flash Memory
Tagged computer storage, flash, flash memory, new stuff, review, tested
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RoadTest Review: B&K Precision BA6010 Battery Analyser
If you’ve been wondering why it’s been quiet around here for a while – it’s because I’ve been unusually busy. One of the things I’ve been working on is a review of the B&K Precision BA6010 Battery Analyser I received … Continue reading
Posted in Electronics
Tagged electronics, element14, new stuff, review, roadtest, test equipment, tested
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Getting Started: Nuand BladeRFx40, XB-200 Transverter, Case & SDRSharp
This is one of those posts that I should have compiled and put up a long time ago, but never really got around to. Right now, I probably shouldn’t be blogging (since there are more pressing things to attend to), … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Radio
Tagged computer hardware, new stuff, newstuff, radio, rf, sdr, usb
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Review: Western Digital WD60EZRX 6Tb Green Hard Drive
One thing I can’t do without is oodles of storage. Some of my experiments have very peculiar storage demands – from high volume storage, to high speed streaming storage, I have to carefully consider my needs and how to best … Continue reading
Review: Western Digital My Book 6Tb USB 3.0 External Hard Drive
One thing power users know is that their appetite for storage is pretty much insatiable. In order to try satisfying this craving, I’ve decided to go on an all-out spending spree and grab myself some more storage. Instead of buying … Continue reading
Review, Teardown: Apotop Wi-Copy (DW21) 5200mAh Power Bank
Towards the end of 2014, I entered a competition held by Scorptec for a chance to win an Apotop Wi-Copy power bank. Guess what? I won! Thanks Scorptec! As a bit of a hobbyist photographer, backing up photos and keeping … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Power Bank, Telecommunications, Travel
Tagged computer hardware, networking, new stuff, newstuff, nifty gadget, power bank, power banks, powerbank, review, teardown, travel
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Review, Teardown: HP Stream 8 Tablet (Intel Z3735G+Windows 8.1 w/Bing)
In a world where ARM CPUs and Android OS have come to be dominating factors in the tablet and mobile marketspace, and Chromebooks have become a big force in the educational market (at least in the US), it seems that … Continue reading
Review: Agilent U1241B 4-Digit Handheld DMM & Accessories
Early in December, I made a trip to element14 to treat myself to an early Christmas present. Having posted about it on my element14 blog, inviting members to take a guess at what the surprise would be, I was surprised … Continue reading
Posted in Electronics
Tagged electronics, element14, new stuff, newstuff, review, teardown, test equipment
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Review: Adonit Jot Touch with Pixelpoint
Working with capacitive touch screen devices has often been a compromise of input accuracy. Having previously trodden down the path of capacitive stylii, I have always been impressed by Adonit’s products, which began with their innovative “plastic disc” style design. … Continue reading
An SSD in a USB 3.0 Enclosure: Part 2 – Transcend SSD340 256Gb + StoreJet 25S3
Having just done a review and teardown of the Transcend SSD340 256Gb SSD, astute readers will note that the product was purchased in a bundle with a Transcend branded USB 3.0 2.5″ enclosure. While the inclusion of the enclosure is … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Flash Memory
Tagged computer hardware, flash, new stuff, ssd, storage, teardown
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Review, Teardown: Transcend SSD340 256Gb 2.5″ Solid-State Drive (TS256GSSD340)
Solid state drives are now a vital part of every computer I build and use. Most of my commonly used machines in my fleet have already been outfitted with SSDs, and it has paid dividends in terms of faster response … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Flash Memory
Tagged cheap, computer hardware, flash, new stuff, ssd, storage
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Quick Review: Samsung Evo 32Gb (MB-MP32D) microSDHC Card
It seems that Samsung has done some shuffling with their memory cards, and the Samsung Plus is no longer available. Instead, they have instead drawn on their SSD branding scheme and bought the Evo moniker to their microSD and SD … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Flash Memory
Tagged computer hardware, mobile, new stuff, review, storage, tablet, tested
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Marketing Confusion: Wireless 802.11ac Data Rates Explained
For people who have looked at upgrading their network to 802.11ac, no doubt you have been perplexed by the wide range of physical layer rates advertised. Before, in the 802.11b and g era, all cards operated at just one rate … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Telecommunications
Tagged annoyances, computer hardware, networking, new stuff, wireless
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Review: Raspberry Pi Model B+ & Multicomp Raspberry Pi B+ Case
Having been kept busy with many side projects of mine, I was rather caught unaware when, on 14th July 2014, the Raspberry Pi foundation announced their latest and greatest iteration of the Raspberry Pi, dubbed the Raspberry Pi Model B+. … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Electronics, Raspberry Pi
Tagged element14, new stuff, raspberry pi, review
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Review: Pioneer BDR-209DBK 16x SATA Internal Blu-ray Writer
A while back, I decided to build myself a new rig on the account of many random failures. Being one of the few that insist on retaining an optical media drive, I couldn’t resist picking myself up a new Blu-ray burner. … Continue reading
Posted in Computing
Tagged bluray, computer hardware, new stuff, optical disc, review, storage, teardown, tested
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Review & Teardown: ViewSonic VA2249S 21.5″ IPS Full HD Widecreen LED Monitor
One of the key points of increasing productivity with computers is to increase the number of screens you have at your disposal. By having multiple monitors, you can avoid needing to excessively scroll within a resized window that squeezes everything … Continue reading
Quick Review: Microsoft LifeCam Studio Webcam
It’s been a while since I last purchased a webcam. In fact, the last time I did, high definition webcams were only just becoming the ‘in’ thing and the Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 was one of the leading choices. It … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Photography
Tagged computer hardware, new stuff, review, tested, webcam
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Review, Teardown: Intel 730 Series 240Gb (SSDSC2BP240G4) Solid-State Drive
Intel has been part of the SSD revolution early on, with their X25-M being a fairly popular drive around 2009. Embarrassingly, this drive also suffered from several firmware bugs, which may have driven Intel to perform stringent validation of their … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Flash Memory
Tagged computer hardware, flash, new stuff, review, storage, testing
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4Tb Head-to-Head: Western Digital Green WD40EZRX vs Seagate Desktop ST4000DM000
A universal truth since the beginning of computing has been that you can never get enough storage because you’ll always find something to fill it with. This is true more than ever, with the proliferation of high definition multimedia files, … Continue reading
Laptop Diet: Swap the ODD for an SSD or nothing at all!
Owners of older, more traditional laptops eventually get tired of the 2.2-2.8kg weight and the generally lackluster battery life. As time moves on, and newer, lighter form factors become available, the temptation to upgrade to a new device grows. I … Continue reading
Review, Teardown: Kingmax SME35 Xvalue 240Gb SSD
An SSD is one of the best upgrades you can make today – a machine booting and working with files from a traditional hard drive with spinning platters often sits waiting as the drive seeks away. By using flash memory, … Continue reading
Posted in Computing, Flash Memory
Tagged benchmark, cheap, computer hardware, flash, new stuff, review, ssd, storage, teardown, testing
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Quick Review: 5w & 13w Philips LED Light Globes at Woolworths
Just last week, on one of my better days, I took some time to visit my local supermarket – Woolworths. I haven’t visited one in over a year – so it was an opportunity to see what’s new (and get … Continue reading
Review: Adonit Jot Script (Evernote Edition) & Jot Touch 4 Styli
As I’m sure some of you would be aware, yesterday was Christmas day. Judging from the responses to my poll, a majority of visitors to the website seem not to know what it is, or don’t celebrate it at all, … Continue reading
Review: Acer Iconia W3 (Intel Atom Z2760) 8.1″ Windows 8 Tablet
Background Early in 2013, when it was announced that Acer and Asus (two of the biggest OEMs in the market) would stop producing netbooks, I was rather disappointed. I had always intended to write a blog post about it, but … Continue reading
First Impressions: iOS7 goes live
By now, most of the readers probably already have the impression that I’m an Android “fan”. You’d only be partially right. While Android is my primary “mobile” platform, I’m slowly growing platform agnostic – I’ve used many from Windows Mobile, … Continue reading
Kogan LED Light Globes – Unwelcome RF Noise!
Today, I fired up my Winradio G31DDC SDR for some HF action, but wait a sec – what’s that noise all over the place? That wasn’t there before!!! The above is a spectrogram (click for larger – resized to 50%) … Continue reading
Opinion: Tech giants stumbling …
Normally, I try not to write opinion pieces – I’m (admittedly) not an industry insider, but I do follow the tech news with some enthusiasm, often becoming disappointed at the “new”. It seems we are living in a climate where … Continue reading
DAB+ Digital Radio in Sydney and Review: Digital Radio Receivers
Digital Radio is nothing new, after all, the Digital Radio Plus campaign has been running for a while, advocating radio that doesn’t sound like sh*t. Yeah right! The Radios I suppose if you’re in the market for a Digital Radio, … Continue reading