MW2ML Technology » Wireless

Battle Bad Wifi Reception – Powerline Networks Hands-On!

MW2ML Technology — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 20:39:48 +0000

One of my biggest frustrations when living in my old apartment was my wireless network. No matter how I tweaked my wireless router’s antennae or settings, I constantly ran into problems. My Netflix streams would abruptly stop, my XBox Live connection would drop, and file downloads/uploads seemed to take way longer than I expected. Unfortunately, as I . . . → Read More: Battle Bad Wifi Reception – Powerline Networks Hands-On! Related posts:

Grams Goes Digital – Computers for Seniors!

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:36:11 +0000

So what happens when you mix the Silent Generation and Baby Boomers with the technology widely embraced by their children and grandchildren? How do you convince Grandma and Grandpa that the telephone is way over-rated and Facebook is the *new* way to communicate? How do you show the senior citizens in your family or neighborhood . . . → Read More: Grams Goes Digital – Computers for Seniors! Related posts:

Deal Alert: Logitech Harmony Remotes

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 01:17:51 +0000

I was reading through some of my favorite blogs, and one of them mentioned that Amazon had the Logitech Harmony universal remotes on sale! If you read my previous post about the Logitech Harmony Remotes, you’d know that absolutely love the convenience (and own one myself)! As mentioned before, these remotes are:

Truly Universal . . . → Read More: Deal Alert: Logitech Harmony Remotes Related posts:

How To Make Calls For Free – VOIP, Skype, etc.

MW2ML Technology — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:22:59 +0000

It’s “Reader Mailbag” time!

One of my favorite sources of topics for this blog are the “tech” questions I’m asked by friends and family relatively often. One of the most recent questions came from a friend in Ohio who asked: So I currently have an Android phone (the Droid 2) and I was wondering how . . . → Read More: How To Make Calls For Free – VOIP, Skype, etc. Related posts:

Save Money on Cable with Netflix!

MW2ML Technology — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:19:43 +0000

I Hate Cable Television (but can’t seem to ditch it)!

When I look at the image to the left, it reminds me of the ridiculous amount of money I spend on Comcast cable and Internet each month. Each month, I’m spending $123 for digital cable (no premium tiers) and their middle tier Internet connection. As . . . → Read More: Save Money on Cable with Netflix! Related posts:

News You Should Know – Voice, Xbox, Kinect

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 15:06:33 +0000

There’s been quite a bit going on in the tech world lately. Rather than dedicate a post to each separate item, I figured it was best served for everyone’s time to give you a quick rundown on all the news!

Google Voice for the Masses!

In case you missed the buzz, Google just recently announced . . . → Read More: News You Should Know – Voice, Xbox, Kinect Related posts:

Kindle and Nook Price Drop!

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:59:14 +0000

If you haven’t been paying attention to recent e-reader news, both the Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook have just gone through a drastic price reduction! If you’re an avid reader, and have previously held off on the purchase due to price, now is the best time to dive in! I speak from experience, . . . → Read More: Kindle and Nook Price Drop! Related posts:

Google Voice – Now Available to Students!

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 14 May 2010 21:05:06 +0000

If you haven’t been given an invite to sign up for Google Voice, you may now be able to jump the line and get in on the action! Google just announced Google Voice invites for students! If you currently have an email address ending in .edu, you can head on over to their sign-up . . . → Read More: Google Voice – Now Available to Students! Related posts:

Sprint EVO 4G – $199 on June 4th

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 12 May 2010 23:42:38 +0000

Just a quick update about the Sprint EVO 4G. I just got an email from Sprint that the EVO 4G (by HTC) pricing and release date has been set. The email says the handset will be released on June 4th, for $199 (after a $100 mail-in rebate).

In case you aren’t familiar with the phone, . . . → Read More: Sprint EVO 4G – $199 on June 4th Related posts:

Apple iPad – Where Does it Fit in The eReader Roundup?

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:00:33 +0000

If you’ve read the news the past few weeks, you’ve probably caught at least some of the Apple iPad hype. Many news sites and blogs have reported the iPad to be a “game-changing” media and eReader device. With over 300,000 units sold (and over a million apps downloaded) the first day, it’s hard to deny . . . → Read More: Apple iPad – Where Does it Fit in The eReader Roundup? Related posts:

GMail Enables Default HTTPS: The Good and Bad

MW2ML Technology — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:02:46 +0000

Just a quick post regarding the news that Google’s Gmail Team will be enabling default HTTPS for everyone! I read this post and was happy to see that they’re being proactive in helping to secure email for the masses. If you’re unfamiliar with why this matters (don’t worry, you’re probably in the majority), . . . → Read More: GMail Enables Default HTTPS: The Good and Bad Related posts:

Deal Alert: Lifetime VOIP Telephone Service for Under $250!

MW2ML Technology — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 23:07:46 +0000

Yes folks, you read that correctly! At this very moment, you can purchase the Ooma Core VOIP System for $225 (10% off) and get the VOIP (Voice-over-IP) service for free for the lifetime of the device! Basically, you can stop paying that monthly bill for VOIP telephone service (or land-line telephone services) to your cable or telephone provider. . . . → Read More: Deal Alert: Lifetime VOIP Telephone Service for Under $250! Related posts:

Deal Alert: Amazon Kindle Free Shipping!

MW2ML Technology — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 04:20:24 +0000

If you are like me and put off your Christmas shopping until now, I have great news! I just saw on Amazon’s website that you can get two-day shipping on the Kindle for FREE! Yes, you can order today and have it delivered in time for Christmas! This is a perfect gift for those . . . → Read More: Deal Alert: Amazon Kindle Free Shipping! Related posts:

Peek Pronto: Email Anywhere

MW2ML Technology — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:08:12 +0000

Do you like staying in touch with people? Are you constantly checking your email? Have you yet to buy a smartphone because the complexity and cost of data services ($30-$50 per month) sounded too daunting?

Let me introduce you to a nifty little device called the Peek Pronto. It is about the size . . . → Read More: Peek Pronto: Email Anywhere Related posts:

Deal Alert: Refurbished Linksys Wireless-N Router

MW2ML Technology — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:04:30 +0000

I just saw that Linksys is offering its REFURBISHED Wireless-N Simultaneous Dual-N Band Router – Gigabit Ports – Storage Link WRT610N-RM on sale for a little over $100! This is a significant savings if you want to get yourself a GREAT wireless router. It uses dual wireless bands and MIMO (multiple in, multiple out) . . . → Read More: Deal Alert: Refurbished Linksys Wireless-N Router Related posts: