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Which eReader is right for you?

by Blogger on ‎04-27-2013 08:11 AM - last edited on ‎04-29-2013 09:28 AM by Administrator

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The world of eReaders has seen a lot of attention lately. On my daily commute it seems like everyone is using one. These days there is a pretty broad variety to choose from. You can get big, luxurious eReaders. You can get compact, inexpensive eReaders. There are all sorts of options to suit all sorts of lifestyles. One of the eReader brands with the biggest selection is undoubtedly Kobo who has a handy tool available on their website which helps you figure out the best model for your particular lifestyle and budget.

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How To Clean Your Smartphone, Tablet, Desktop, and Keyboard

by Blogger ‎04-26-2013 08:45 PM - edited ‎04-26-2013 08:47 PM

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Your gadgets could use a good dusting too, especially once you discover what sort of bacteria they're harbouring.


Ever heard of Qwerty Tummy?  You don't want to hear of it.

 

Here's how to clean your phones, keyboard, towers, laptops, and screens:

 

 

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Luggage Buying Guide for Women

by Guest Blogger ‎03-28-2013 06:48 PM - edited ‎03-29-2013 10:17 AM

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A guide for buying fashionable, practical and functional luggage for women. Functional, yet fashion-forward luggage is available, if you know what to look for. Since quality luggage can last for years, it's a good idea to select pieces that look timeless, and are highly adaptable to your needs.

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The guy’s guide to luggage for any trip

by Blogger on ‎03-28-2013 04:55 PM

Samsonite bag.jpgFuture Shop sells luggage. In case you didn’t know that, now you know. Travelling for business or pleasure is a process, and part of that means having the right size baggage for the destination and the duration. As a guy, your needs for space are a little different than they usually are with the ladies, so here’s a quick guide to help you pack efficiently.

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How to get your desktop gaming PC ready for spring.

by Blogger on ‎03-20-2013 10:26 AM - last edited on ‎03-20-2013 04:56 PM by Administrator

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This spring looks to be a big time for PC gamers. We’ve already seen a bunch of fantastic titles hit shelves for PC gamers. Tomb Raider, Crysis 3, Sim City, and StarCraft: Heart of the Swarm are just a few examples, and there is certainly more to come in the coming months. The year has only just started, after all. Now is the ideal time to take a look at your PC gaming rig and start shopping for upgrades to get it in tip-top shape for all these games to make your experience the best it can possibly be.

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How to use your onboard flash

by Blogger on ‎03-06-2013 08:22 AM - last edited on ‎03-06-2013 01:06 PM by Administrator

That little rectangle of light at the front of your camera can cause fits. It can also be your best friend. Here's how.

 

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How to edit a photo

by Blogger on ‎02-05-2013 02:44 PM - last edited on ‎02-06-2013 12:47 PM by Administrator

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What program. What order. What's important. Here's how I take the time to edit my photos.

 

 

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How to catch the Super Bowl without a TV

by Blogger on ‎02-01-2013 12:56 PM

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This Sunday (the day after tomorrow!) all the super fans will come out of the woodwork to see the San Francisco 49ers go head to head against the Baltimore Ravens in the 47th Super Bowl. All the sports bars are going to be packed, and no doubt many of you are already planning your Super Bowl parties. We can’t all be so lucky though. Maybe you’re stuck at work, or you don’t have a big TV, or maybe you just want to let the kids play video games on it instead. Don’t fret, there are still many other ways you can catch the action, no matter where you are, and even if you can’t get to you or anyone else’s TV.

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How to get ready for the return of Hockey

by Blogger on ‎01-16-2013 05:41 PM - last edited on ‎01-18-2013 10:38 AM by Administrator

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The day that a lot of Canada has been waiting for is finally upon us. It's the return of Hockey! With NHL hockey coming back for us to enjoy, its a good time to look to all the sport memorabilia on offer at Future Shop. Even if we just look at the NHL themed offerings, we’ve got a pretty wide selection to chose from.

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How to get the perfect Man Cave

by Blogger on ‎01-16-2013 04:58 PM - last edited on ‎03-01-2013 03:17 PM by Administrator

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People don’t set up rec-rooms as much anymore. You don’t often hear anybody talk about their study. What's becoming increasingly popular is the trend of the man cave. Call it what you will but people love setting up tucked away corners of their home where they can escape to enjoy the things they love to their heart’s content.

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Snapseed photo app for iOS and Android now free

by Blogger ‎12-21-2012 03:54 PM - edited ‎12-21-2012 03:56 PM

Snapseed main.jpgIt’s unfortunate news to anyone who initially paid $4.99 to scoop up Snapseed for iOS and Android, but it’s now free to download, and could be a perfect companion for whatever photos you choose to shoot over the holidays, regardless of where you might be.

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Continuing on our journey to understanding the often mysterious world of advanced home networking, lets take a look at QoS. Last time we checked out Port Forwarding; what is is and how it can help you.  It was something that, even if you didn’t know what it was, had likely heard about when trying to troubleshoot your networking issues. QoS is even more obscure though. Chances are you’ve never even heard about it and have no idea what it means. Thats such a shame. Its something that you’ll wonder how you ever did without it once you know how to take advantage of it.

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An introductory guide to port forwarding

by Blogger on ‎12-07-2012 06:31 PM

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Have you ever heard about Port Forwarding? for many it can seem like a sort of networking black art. Something that they’ve heard hushed whispers of but never really bothered to investigate.It can seem cryptic and daunting. It involves numbers and some knowledge of your networking setup. If you’re brave enough to wade the deep waters and get it all set up to your liking it can make a big difference in your networking performance and help resolve lots of possible issues.

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How to find your way around a PC

by Blogger on ‎12-01-2012 11:01 AM

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Personal Computers (Otherwise known as PCs) can seem pretty confusing. A lot of people have no idea what's going on inside, and haven’t even seen the inside of one. They can seem like mysterious boxes that you just plug things into, press some buttons, and stuff just magically happens. Even if you’re not looking to build a computer from scratch or perform do-it-yourself repair work, its good to have some idea of what components combine to make a PC, and what everything does if for no other reason than to simply demystify these gadgets we tend to use on a daily basis.

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Around this time of year people start filling their homes with more value than ever before. Think of all the gifts that get stockpiled, or all the money spent on gear through end of year sales. Theres a lot of value there for you and your family. All that stuff is also pretty valuable to strangers and potential thieves too. Of course you can get a lot of high-value gear through Future Shop, but you can also get some means to protect all of that stuff. Future Shop actually carries a whole range of home security technology to keep everything nice and protected.

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