Laptop

Computer Fans Randomly Speed Up
Hardware

Computer Fans Randomly Speed Up, Why?

If you notice that your computer’s fans (those inside your PC’s chassis) suddenly spin so fast that they make obvious noises, it could mean a few things, but normally it just means [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
16GB vs 32GB RAM for Windows 11 Differences
Gaming

16GB vs 32GB RAM for Windows 11: Differences

If you’re building a brand new computer for Windows 11 or upgrading one, at some point, you will have to decide how much RAM to use for this rig. But among the two most commonly used [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
AH-IPS vs IPS Differences and Which is Better
Gaming

AH-IPS vs IPS: Their Differences and Which is Better

When choosing a screen for your computer, TV, or phone, you’ll likely run into some very technical terms like IPS (In-Plane Switching) and AH-IPS (Advanced High-Performance In-Plane [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
GPU Artifacting Examples, How to Test, and Fixes
Hardware

GPU Artifacting Examples, How to Test, and Fixes

GPU artifacting is about weird or messed up images on your screen because of some problems with the graphics card. You might see things like flickering, odd lines, colors changing, or weird [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
How to Know Which RAM is Compatible With My Laptop
Hardware

Knowing Which RAM is Compatible With Your Laptop

Adding more RAM to your laptop is a normal thing to do when you want it to perform faster when it comes to dealing with multiple running apps at the same time (though more RAM isn’t always [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
How Much RAM Can My Laptop Support
Hardware

How Much RAM Can My Laptop Actually Support?

If you’re looking to slightly boost the speed of your laptop so it can work with more programs simultaneously (multi-tasking), you can consider adding more RAM to it. But before doing [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
How to Scan QR Code Without Camera
Android

How to Scan QR Code Without Camera (PC / Phone)

QR codes are everywhere these days. They give us fast access to information. But what if the QR code is on your desktop or laptop computer screen or on a phone that you are currently using? You [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
Is it Safe to Overclock Monitor
Hardware

Is it Safe to Overclock Desktop or Laptop Monitor?

When you want better refresh rates for games or videos, you might have thought about overclocking your monitor (if your monitor allows it). This generally means making the monitor refresh faster [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
How to tell if your monitor is dying
Hardware

How to tell if it’s your Monitor or GPU that is dying?

When your computer screen starts acting weird, it’s sometimes difficult to actually figure out if it’s because of your monitor or the GPU (Graphics Processing Unit). Both are equally [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago
Can I Use 4-Pin Fans on 3-Pin Headers
Hardware

Can I use 4-pin fans on 3-pin headers or vice versa?

When it comes to keeping your computer cool, knowing how to work with different types of fan connectors is really important. A lot of people wonder if they can use a 4-pin fan with a 3-pin [...]

By Nyau Wai Hoe, ago