Every year, America’s Favorite Pet contest kicks off with hundreds of cats and dogs to be self-nominated to win the grand pet title. This year, we’ve decided to enter our cat, Ricky, into the running and he’s currently made it past round one, sitting in the top 20 of America’s pet entries! Please help us out and vote for our “bud” in being America’s Favorite Pet! Ricky is a fluffy, energetic, cuddly, sweet little boy who loves hugs, naps, and food! What’s your cat’s favorite toy and/or go-to treat? Ricky adores his soccer balls and performs some cat-like acrobatic jump…
Author: Justin Vendette
This Christmas, travel is expected to bounce back to pre-COVID levels, with an estimated 119.3 million people hitting the road. For many, that means journeys over 30 miles to celebrate the holidays with loved ones and I’m no exception. My fiancé’s family is in Illinois, mine in Wisconsin, and we’ll be driving plenty of miles during the Christmas week. As we continue to sort out our living arrangements, the holiday starts with me at her place. Whenever I visit, we tend to stay pretty busy, which helps avoid those quieter moments that can sometimes drag. However, with a relatively uneventful…
I think anyone in the PC industry simply knows that if you want the best cooling out there, you go for the Noctua NH-D15. It’s a CPU cooler that doesn’t need any introduction. In April of 2014, Noctua released their first revision of the NH-D15 CPU cooler which was an absolute giant tower cooler equipped with powerful and iconic dual 140mm Noctua fans. It was in June of 2014 when I reviewed it. Performance reviews consistently demonstrated that it delivered some of the best cooling available, outperforming competitors in numerous scenarios. Noctua’s dedication to its customers is what has kept…
While browsing Reddit, I came across a post where a user mentioned accidentally downloading a malicious file while using Sonarr. Sonarr is an application that lets users download content via peer-to-peer (P2P) networks. The file they downloaded was a .lnk (LNK) file which is a type of shortcut file in Windows. LNK files can be used to disguise file extensions, making it easy to hide malicious code from unsuspecting users. Since Sonarr, or qbit for that matter, cannot distinguish between safe and malicious files, it’s important to take steps to protect your system from these kinds of attacks. One particularly…
In the ever-expanding world of portable audio, finding a speaker that combines durability, exceptional sound quality and affordability can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Enter the Tribit StormBox 2, the latest offering from a brand that has steadily built a reputation for delivering high-quality audio products without the hefty price tag. A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing the Tribit XSound Plus 2, which I dubbed an “every occasion budget-friendly speaker.” Its versatility and sound quality left a lasting impression. Earlier this year, I also explored the Tribit StormBox Micro 2, a compact…
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital content creation, the importance of high-quality audio cannot be overstated. Visuals may capture the eye, but it’s the sound that truly engages the audience and conveys the depth of your message. Companies are constantly asking me to take part in YouTube videos for reviews and, honestly, if I was in this for the money, it would be the best thing to do for Qwerty Articles. I always had my smartphone camera to get started, but never anything to capture the audio. I needed a solution that offered both freedom and fidelity. That’s when I…
One aspect of the Android Samsung OneUI operating system that I find frustrating is that all notification sounds default to the system’s standard tones. Fortunately, one of the things I love about Android is how customizable it is, allowing us to easily fix this issue! If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy device running OneUI, here’s a step-by-step guide to changing notification sounds for specific categories within any supported Android app. This guide covers it all, unlike the annoying videos and other tutorials that skip parts. These instructions were tested on a Samsung Galaxy S24+ running OneUI 6.1 with Android 14.…
In a previous review, I mentioned how I’ve woven music into almost every part of my daily routine whether that because I’m working, showering, or even mowing the lawn, there’s always music playing in the background. It’s like a subtle soundtrack that helps me focus and clears my mind. At the moment, my fiancé and I live in different places and one annoyance I always had about being at her place was that she didn’t have any functional way of listening to music. I don’t count the crummy Alexa speaker as suitable. Whenever we cooked dinner or meal prepped together,…
Noctua is a brand synonymous with excellence in the world of PC enthusiasts. Known for their superior cooling, exceptional performance, and top-tier build quality, Noctua products speak for themselves, transcending any marketing strategy or glowing review. They are a true ‘buy-once, have-for-a-lifetime’ brand. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of reviewing various Noctua fans, and to this day, they continue to provide optimal cooling across multiple PCs and builds. These fans are among the few components I consistently carry over between upgrades. While Noctua fans have proven their worth inside computers, what about other devices that tend to run…
Ten years ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing my first Noctua product, the iconic NH-D15 cooler. Noctua was one of the original companies that took a chance on me as an emerging reviewer, entrusting me with their top-tier cooler to deliver an unbiased opinion. Over the years, the NH-D15 has withstood numerous computer upgrades, maintaining its performance and modern appeal in every build. Noctua has become my go-to brand for PC cooling solutions, consistently proving their reliability and longevity. I have Noctua fans that have been running flawlessly for five to ten years essentially every single day since installation.…