Contemplating Another Computer

Howdy, y’all. I had to take a break for a bit so I could step back from the edge of the stress cliff. My day job has been undergoing a huge transition from the rubble and remnants of one company to the promise and potential of a new company. It’s been a rough ride. Okay, that said, this post is about my core geekery – computing. I tend to switch things up, and like my job situation, I’m wanting to switch out my Chromebook for a “real” PC. Continue reading Contemplating Another Computer

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Time For A Watch Upgrade

After years of iterative updates and advancements, Apple’s smartwatch – finally – has won me over. It’s about time! (Pun intended.) Apple Watch seems better than ever now. So my plan is to wrest the Timex Ironman’s grip from my wrist and strap on a wearable computer from Apple. Dumbwatch, “Bye.” Smartwatch, “Hi.” Continue reading Time For A Watch Upgrade

Jason McFaddenFriday, December 18, 2020Friday, January 22, 20212 Comments

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Making Room For iPad

I’ve been doing some “research” on the iPad, as if I have more money to spend on Apple gear – I’m sure I saw some loose change in the couch cushions. The last time I really used an iPad, it was running on iOS 12. Now it’s on iPadOS 14, and what Apple’s done to evolve the iPad in its own direction is interesting – okay, and exciting. Continue reading Making Room For iPad

Jason McFaddenSaturday, November 28, 2020Thursday, January 21, 20215 Comments

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All In With Apple Again

It’s happening. Again. I’ve been switching up my workflow by using Apple’s apps instead of Google’s or other third-party apps. At first, when I switched from my Android phone back to iPhone, I didn’t think I’d do this. I should know myself better than that; I love to use all the different tech solutions! Also, Apple’s ecosystem is alluring. Continue reading All In With Apple Again

Jason McFaddenSaturday, November 21, 2020Thursday, January 21, 20215 Comments

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New Macs And A New iPhone

Apple finally revealed the start of its move to the new brains and brawn of its Mac devices: their in-house custom built chip called “M1.” The hype was high in the announcement, with claims of high power/speed plus crazy long battery life. Initial benchmarks look promising if not surprising. Did Apple under-promise and over-deliver? Continue reading New Macs And A New iPhone

Jason McFaddenSaturday, November 14, 2020Thursday, January 21, 20216 Comments

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Your Phone Is Your Computer

In the last few years, smartphones have become more expensive. In fact, some phones cost more than laptops. How can a phone command such a high price tag? Among many factors, I’m looking at this one idea: your phone is your computer. Continue reading Your Phone Is Your Computer

Jason McFaddenSaturday, October 24, 2020Thursday, January 21, 2021Leave a comment

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HP Chromebook 14 Review

It’s been about a year since I started using a laptop full-time to manage my WordPress blog and surf the web. The iPad I used was great…as a tablet. But pushing it to be more caused frustration and disappointment. Why force a tablet to be a laptop when you can just use an actual laptop? Continue reading HP Chromebook 14 Review

Jason McFaddenFriday, September 25, 2020Thursday, January 21, 2021Leave a comment

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Apple Watch Not So Ancillary

For now, Apple’s advances in portable gadgets focused on the Apple Watch and iPad, which are not as ancillary to mobile computing as Apple would have you believe. Continue reading Apple Watch Not So Ancillary

Jason McFaddenThursday, September 17, 2020Friday, January 22, 2021Leave a comment

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Contemplating Another Computer

Time For A Watch Upgrade

Making Room For iPad

All In With Apple Again

New Macs And A New iPhone

Your Phone Is Your Computer

HP Chromebook 14 Review

Apple Watch Not So Ancillary