In October of 2012 Microsoft released the Windows 8 operating system to the general public along with version 10 of Internet Explorer. At about the same time Microsoft released its first tablet computer, the Surface RT. Other than the X Box, Microsoft hasn’t had much luck with hardware – the Zune MP3 player comes to […]
Windows 8 – Is It Ready For Prime Time?
If you are thinking about buying a new computer with Windows 8, for now you had better think twice. I had no choice because of my day job (Webmaster at a small company) but unless you need to keep up with the latest operating systems give Windows 8 a pass. Remember what they used to […]
Roku streaming audio/video player
Verdict: a Boomer Best Buy. Once you have one you will wonder how you lived without it. There was a period of time, when the economy was running on all cylinders, when my wife and I thought nothing of spending $160 a month for cable TV and high-speed internet. Two things happened that made us decide […]
Google Nexus 7 – Is It Worth The Hype?
With a great deal of fanfare the Google Nexus 7 tablet arrived on the market and supply has caught up with demand. This being the case I went to my local Staples store (Staple’s has an exclusive on the Nexus 7 tablet) and picked one up. Imagine my disappointment after reading all the glowing reviews. […]
Logitech® Wireless Speaker Adapter
Verdict: Perfect for Boomers. You’ll will never get more for $40.00 The Logitech® Wireless Speaker Adapter for Bluetooth® audio devices is one of the most useful devices I have purchased in years. What it does is allow you to wirelessly connect your existing stereo system to any device that has Bluetooth built into it. And […]