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Digital Zoom vs. Optical Zoom: What’s the Difference?
By Brian Jones Many digital cameras include both digital zoom and optical zoom. It’s helpful to understand the difference between these two zooming features when you’re trying to get a close-up view of something far away. Optical zoom maintains a high clarity as it zooms in on an image, changing its focal length and magnification. […]
Should I Get a Hanging, Wall-Mounted, or Freestanding Pot Rack?
Depending on your kitchen design and personal preferences, you may decide to buy a either a hanging, wall-mounted, or freestanding pot rack. Each variety has its special qualities and attractions, although they all serve basically the same purpose: organizing and storing pots, pans, and utensils. Hanging pot racks As you might guess from the name, […]
The Different Types of Juicers: Pros and Cons of Citrus, Centrifugal, Masticating, and Wheatgrass Juice Extractors
By Brittany Rowland There are different juicers that perform different functions and yield varying performance results. As you shop for a juicer, you need to decide if you want a general purpose juicer for fruits and vegetables; a more versatile model that can make other foods like pasta, salsa, and baby food; or a juicer […]
10 Tips for Improving the Efficiency and Performance of Your Dryer
By Brittany Rowland 1. Look for an energy-efficient model. A dryer’s efficiency is measured in terms of the energy factor, or the pounds of clothes dried per kilowatt-hour of electricity. The higher the energy factor, the more efficient the dryer. Even if an energy-efficient model costs more initially, you’ll recoup the cost in the long […]
What You Should Know About Washer Warranties
By Brittany Rowland Most manufacturers of washing machines offer a one- year warranty, covering all parts and labor for the machine. After the first year, the warranty typically covers specific parts. When you’re buying a new washer, however, you’ll probably hear a sales pitch for an extended warranty. The question becomes: do you really need […]
Putting Your Washer on a Pedestal
By Brittany Rowland Front loaders have become a popular choice in recent years, but people quickly realized they need an easier way to load and unload the washers. Bending or kneeling down to pull out damp, heavy armfuls of clothes is not easy on the back. That’s why many manufacturers are offering pedestals as an […]
Preventing Mold and Mildew in Your Front Load Washer
By Brittany Rowland Front load washers are increasingly favored for their energy efficiency and conservation, but there is one potential issue with them that most people are unaware of: the risk of mold and mildew. Because the machines use less water, some have trouble draining away all the water, dirt, and detergent residue. Left unattended, […]
Six Tips for Better Food Processor Use
To get the best function and the most use out of your food processor, you need to know how to work it properly. Following some of these tips will save you time and effort in the kitchen and help your appliance run more efficiently. Always choose the right blade for the specific function you want. […]
Understanding a Tennis Racquet’s Sweet Spot
By S. Dee Davis A tennis racquet with a large, stiff head provides an expanded sweet spot, as you’ve probably heard several racquet manufacturers say. If you’re new to tennis, you’re probably wondering what exactly is the sweet spot, and how does it affect how the ball hits the racquet? Where exactly on the strings […]
Comparing Garmin and TomTom: Two GPS Manufacturers
Garmin and TomTom dominate the GPS market, with many people split on which brand is better. Let’s take a look at the different interfaces and features each brand offers. The basic features of Garmin and TomTom GPS devices don’t differ too wildly. Both have map systems that you can update online, preloaded points of interest […]
What is Playstation Move?
By Jon Bannister Overview of Sony’s Playstation Move – Wii and Xbox Kinects Challenger The Wii set new standards for motion activated gaming using its highly technical Wii-Mote to allow players to play games physically. Shortly after Xbox 360 launched its Xbox Kinect to compete. Then Sony released its version, the Playstation Move. The Playstation […]
Should I buy a Playstation 3?
By Jon Bannister When does the PS4 come out? Is it a good time to buy the PS3 in 2012? Sony is noted for the long life of their consoles, squeezing out every last drop it can until it releases a new console. We saw the Playstation 2 last 6 strong years, with games STILL […]
Best PS3 Exclusive Games
Top 10 Rated PS3 Exclusive Games By Jon Bannister The Playstation 3 is old, real old. Released on November 17th in 2006, it is 6 years old and has seen a lot in its long run. Exclusive titles that define the system as well as the Sony Brand. It’s no doubt titles such as Call […]
Stainless Steel Dishwashers: Stylish and Sanitary
By Brittany Rowland More families today are choosing stainless steel dishwashers because they lend a professional, sophisticated look and imitate the kind that real chefs use. To accommodate this demand, several top dishwasher manufacturers proudly advertise their models’ stainless steel interiors. Not only do they look sleek and stylish, but stainless steel offers several benefits […]
Tips for Baking and Serving Casseroles
The casserole has long been a favorite American dish, even though the word is French in origin. Casseroles are easy to bake because you simply add all the ingredients to a casserole pan and bake it in the oven. They come out hot and ready to serve. You know that friends and relatives bring casseroles […]
Baby Monitor Apps for iPad and iPhone
Parents no longer have to be confined to the house to monitor their young children. The BabyPing kit, due February 2012, includes a digital camera with 640X840 resolution and Wi-Fi connectivity. Parents can pull up video of their babies on their iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch. Alerts let parents know if their Wi-Fi connection is […]
