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About Bemfica de Oliva

Before becoming a journalist, Bemfica worked for over a decade as a support technician. She has loved electronics since her childhood and first got on the internet when she was 5. Bemfica loves to review various devices and explain technology in simple terms, so people know how it can benefit their lives. In her free time, she is the servant of two cats, a fish, and lots of plants.

Latest Articles

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What Is a Stacked Camera Sensor and How Does It Work?

Stacked sensors enable thin smartphones with great cameras, but it has been a long way to make them good enough for daily use

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USB Tethering Not Working? 7 Ways to Fix It

When USB tethering doesn't work, there are several fixes you can try.

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8 Uses for LiDAR Sensors Other Than iPhones and iPads

LiDAR has many other uses beyond smartphone scanning apps.

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What's the Difference Between Phono and Line?

Confused while connecting your record player? Suffering to get your speakers working? We've come to the rescue!

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What Is Dual Channel Memory and How Does It Work?

Computer manufacturers and enthusiasts often talk about single, dual, and quad-channel memory, but what are these?

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What Is Samsung's Auto Motion Plus? Everything You Need to Know

Samsung's Auto Motion Plus, just like any other motion interpolation tech, is proof that not always more is merrier.

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Realme 10 Pro+ Review: Slow the Releases and Fix Stuff First, Please

Realme's number series offers a decent experience, but the announcement rate is getting too fast while the company fails to deal with repeating issues

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Is a Mechanical Keyboard a Worthwhile Investment for Programmers?

Programmers are always on the look for productivity enhancements. Could a mechanical keyboard be one of those?

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Why Do Gaming Mice Have Holes?

Mice with holes in their body, also called honeycomb designs, are increasingly popular among gamers. But do they offer real improvements?

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USB PD Explained: How Power Delivery Chargers Work

USB PD lets you charge more devices using the same charging brick faster. But how does it work?

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What Is PXE Boot and Does Your Computer Support It?

PXE Boot is a lifesaver if your HDD fails. Here's how to know if your computer can use it.

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Huawei FreeBuds 5i Review: Punching Above Their Weight

If value for money is your priority when shopping for earbuds, Huawei's offering might be just what you need.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Review: Evolving, But Not Fast Enough

Samsung's fourth clamshell foldable fixes flaws from the previous generation, but competitors are one global launch away from being the better option.

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How to Set Up Multiple Monitors From a Single Laptop HDMI Port

Need to use many screens but have a single HDMI out? No problem!

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WEP, WPA, WPA2, or WPA3: How to Tell What Security Type Your Wi-Fi Uses

Is your wireless router as secure as you think? Here's how to find out which security protocol type your Wi-Fi router is.

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What's Inside a Bank Card?

We're all used to magnetic stripes and plastic, but bank cards have become more than that. Do you know everything that's inside of yours?

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The Different Types of Computer Memory & Storage Explained

Computer memory and storage come in many shapes and sizes: RAM, ROM, SSD, HDD, EFI, cache, and tape backups... But which is the most important?

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iSIM vs. eSIM: What's the Difference?

Are you only just getting to grips with eSIM?

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What Is Port Forwarding? Everything You Need to Know, Explained

What is port forwarding? How can you set it up? Is port forwarding good for gaming? How does it help? Here's what you need to know.

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What Are Logitech’s Unifying and Bolt Wireless Technologies?

Can you use Logitech's proprietary Unifying and Bolt wireless tech together or not?

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