Published 13th August, 2024 by Cable Chick
Published 13th August, 2024
USB Charging is becoming more powerful and sophisticated. Where once you could barely charge your flip phone overnight, you can now fast-charge an entire laptop computer in a couple of hours. This improvement, made possible by the USB Type-C standard, means that USB chargers have also had to improve, but with those improvements comes more confusion.
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Published 26th June, 2024 by Cable Chick
Published 26th June, 2024
These days, a single monitor setup almost feels like a punishment. The experience of constantly expanding and minimising windows to perform a simple task knowing how easy it would be with a second monitor is frankly archaic. So this must be what Marty McFly felt like in 1955. Now unless you’re a masochist, it might be time to introduce your display to a friend or two and experience how much better things can be.
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Published 1st March, 2024 by Cable Chick
Published 1st March, 2024
In these modern times, it seems the line between us and the technology we use on a daily basis have become blurred, our lives now fully intertwined with a multitude of electronic devices, each connected by a web of cables and cords.
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Published 28th Nov, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 28th Nov, 2023
We all love the immersive experience of watching a movie from the comfort of our couch while an array of encircling speakers' envelope us within a wall of sound that transports us from our living rooms into the middle of the action taking place on screen. But as great as that is, there are times where this kind of set up isn't ideal. Sometimes, a more private and personal experience is required.
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Published 22nd Nov, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 22nd Nov, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and entertainment, certain media formats have risen to prominence only to fade away with the passage of time. Either the result of being superseded by a leap forward in technology or beaten by a comparable competitor, the transition from one dominant format to another has been a long recurring theme in the history of media consumption.
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Published 27th Oct, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 27th Oct, 2023
We may be known as Cable Chick, but that certainly doesn't mean we shy away from bringing you the latest options in wireless technology. Wireless technologies have revolutionized the way we communicate, access information, and interact with our environment...
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Published 6th Sept, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 6th Sept, 2023
From the simple blocky graphics of Pong to the almost true to life visuals of today, video games sure have come a long way from their humble beginnings. Yet nestled within this sprawling timeline of history lies a beloved era that holds a special place in the hearts of many a gamer: the golden era of retro gaming.
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Published 28th August, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 28th August, 2023
The relentless pursuit of the ultimate home entertainment experience has seen breathtaking evolutions in display technologies over recent years. It seems like only yesterday we were blown away by the clarity of HD video and now, just as we are considering the upgrade to 4K, a new contender has entered the ring.
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Published 26th July, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 26th July, 2023
Have you been wondering how you can marry your old AV gadgets with your new modern devices but don't know where to start? In our new series 'Bridging the Gap', we'll dive into this topic starting with the classic turntable.
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Published 5th April, 2023 by Cable Chick
Published 5th April, 2023
Check out our top tips for fixing this uncommon but frustrating HDMI no-signal issue.
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