You click “Shut down”, wait for the screen to go completely black, then close the lid and walk away. A few hours later, or the next morning, you open it again only…
Category: Battery
Does Dark Mode Really Save Your Phone’s Battery?
You have probably heard it countless times: switch on dark mode and your phone’s battery lasts longer. It sounds plausible enough. A black background looks sleeker, and surely the darker the screen,…
Insta360 Mic Released: Mid-Range Wireless Mic Features Colour E-Ink and MicroSD Support
Insta360 has just launched the Insta360 Mic wireless microphone. Positioned between the ultra-compact entry-level Mic Air and the flagship Mic Pro, this mid-range product retains the Mic Pro’s signature customisable colour E-Ink…
Nintendo Switch Model Guide: How to Identify Every Hardware Version
If you own a Switch, or you are browsing a second-hand listing that simply says “Switch”, you are not necessarily looking at the same machine. Nintendo has released several distinct hardware versions….
Verifone V240m Terminal Care: Daily Maintenance & Quick Battery Replacement
The Verifone V240m is one of the most popular portable payment terminals available today. It is compact and comes equipped with a 3.5-inch color touchscreen, a built-in printer, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, and…
How to Restore an Old TCL Digital Camcorder: Simple Troubleshooting Tips
Vintage digital camcorders have a unique charm that modern smartphones simply cannot replace. The colour, the grain, and even the slightly clunky autofocus give your videos a distinct character. However, after years…
Is the Amazon Kindle 3 Still Worth Buying in 2026? Retro E-Reader Review
The Amazon Kindle 3 (also known as the Kindle Keyboard) has a unique charm. Released in 2010, it featured a 6-inch E Ink Pearl display, a physical keyboard and optional 3G connectivity. At the…
Insta360 ONE X: Is a Battery Replacement Still Worth It?
The Insta360 ONE X was a real game-changer when it first launched. Featuring 5.7K 360-degree video, FlowState stabilisation and the invisible selfie stick, it allowed everyday users to capture content that previously required a…
Sony Action Cam Mini HDR-AZ1: Is a Battery Replacement Still Worth It?
A decade ago, Sony introduced the Action Cam Mini HDR-AZ1 as a compact response to GoPro’s dominance. The camera was roughly the size of a thick USB stick and weighed about 63 grams with…
Konica Digital Camera Battery Replacement: Lifespan, Types & Advice
Early-2000s Konica (later rebranded as Konica Minolta) digital cameras, such as the DiMAGE series and Revio compact models, typically use AA alkaline or NiMH batteries, CR-V3 lithium batteries, or dedicated rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs….