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Phone case vs screen protector: which one first

Phone case vs screen protector: if you can only buy one, buy the case. It guards corners and the back, and it helps the screen survive falls.

Amine HaddadNov 8, 20262 min read

A pair of wired earbuds and a charging case with wireless earbuds on a desk

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Wired vs wireless earbuds: which should you buy

Wired vs wireless earbuds compared on delay, battery, loss, commuting, calls and cost. Verdict: wireless for daily use, wired for cheap, steady sound.

Amine HaddadNov 7, 20264 min read

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Laptop vs tablet for study

A tablet is better for reading and notes. A laptop is better for essays, files and anything that needs a real keyboard. Here is how to rule on your course.

Amine HaddadNov 5, 20264 min read

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Smartwatch vs fitness band: which one do you need

Smartwatch vs fitness band? Pick a band for long battery life and a low price, and a smartwatch if you want apps, replies and a bigger screen.

Amine HaddadNov 4, 20264 min read

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SSD vs HDD for an old laptop: will an upgrade help

SSD vs HDD for an old laptop? An SSD usually makes it start and open programs much faster, but it cannot fix a weak processor or low memory.

Amine HaddadNov 3, 20264 min read

An e-reader and a paperback book lying on an open suitcase

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E-reader vs paper books for travel: which to pack

E-reader vs paper books for travel comes down to trip length. Pack the e-reader for long trips and flights, and a paperback for the beach or a short break.

Amine HaddadNov 2, 20264 min read

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Laptop vs desktop for home use: which should you buy

Laptop vs desktop for home use: a desktop gives more power per dollar and is easier to upgrade, while a laptop wins on space and moving around.

Amine HaddadOct 8, 20263 min read

A phone charging from a small power bank on a cafe table

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Power bank size: how big a power bank do you need

What size power bank do you need? A simple way to match capacity to your phone, plus when a bigger power bank is a worse buy for your day.

Amine HaddadSep 2, 20263 min read

A WiFi router on a shelf in a living room with a sofa in the background

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WiFi extender vs mesh system: which fixes weak signal

WiFi extender vs mesh system: an extender is a cheap fix for one dead spot, while a mesh system covers a whole home with one network name.

Amine HaddadJul 17, 20264 min read