NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 and 1050 Ti, the most affordable Pascal-based graphics cards

Intorducing two new GeForce GTX 1050's. The more powerful one is marked "Ti", which is reserved for exceptional models. Can the newest Pascal family member stand comparison with its competition?

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The Intel Compute Stick turns your TV into a computer

The Intel Compute Stick is a full-featured computer in a flash drive. Thanks to its super-compact design, you can take it wherever you go. Simply plug it in to a TV or monitor and you can immediately browse the web, view multimedia, do work or play games. 

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Haptic feedback

A modern control element used mainly in apps and games. Haptic technology is extremely touch-sensitive — modern devices with this technology can detect the degree of pressure you are applying. Different levels of pressure result in different effects. In the settings you can turn on the so-called tactile feedback, which means the system feeds you information on your actions. For example, in car racing, you have no pedals, but you have a steering wheel you can turn. If you strongly press the right side, the car speeds up; if you press the left side, the car slows down. If you press the steering wheel with enough force to trigger the brake function, the steering wheel gently vibrates to let you know it worked.

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MasterPass - The best way to shop online

Enjoy fast and secure payment using the new MasterPass service from MasterCard. Read more »

ZigBee

The ZigBee protocol is the perfect tool for automating the management of smart home appliances, and it plays an important role in the Internet of Things (IoT) world. Its key benefit is the ability to use the devices of different manufacturers while maintaining their mutual compatibility and ease of operation.

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How to choose a projector

Do you want a projector for watching movies and playing games or for presenting in a conference room? What do luminosity, resolution, and other tech specs actually mean? In this article, we'll advise you on how to properly select a projector that's right for you.

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Climate Class

Climate classes (T, ST, N, SN) indicate the optimal outdoor temperature in which a freezer will operate. If the outdoor temperature is outside of the recommended range, the freezer's energy consumption increases, which may affect its performance. If a freezer is designated two or more climate classes, this means it will function throughout the whole temperature range. For example, a freezer designated SN-N-ST will operate in an ambient temperature of 10-38 °C.

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Z-Wave

Z-Wave is the perfect tool for automated smart home appliance management and plays a dominant role in the Internet of Things (IoT). Its key benefit is the ability to use the devices of different manufacturers while maintaining their mutual compatibility and ease of use.

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How to choose a heater

Whether you are after a radiator, a convector, a panel heater, an infrared heater, a fireplace, or a gas heater, we will help you make the right choice for your home.

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Philips Ambilight

Ambilight ist ein einzigartiges System, das nur Philips in seinen Fernsehern anbietet. Die LED-Lampen an den Seiten des Bildschirms beleuchten die Wand hinter dem Fernseher und um ihn herum in Reaktion auf das aktuelle Bild.

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How to Choose a Mobile Phone (2022)

Looking for a phone for serious executive work, your grandparents, or simply for taking selfies? We'll help you choose a phone that will serve you well for a long time.

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Screen Size

The diagonal is the distance between two opposite corners of the screen, indicating the overall size of the display. It is usually written in inches (″) and does not include the variously wide screen bezels, so the final size of the device is usually slightly larger.

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4K Resolution (Ultra HD)

4K technology offers four times the detail when compared to FullHD, so when you look at your favourite movie on a 4K TV, you'll find details you've never seen before.

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Inverter Motor

Inverter motors are more reliable and durable than traditional motors, which use brushes that wear out over time and cause friction and sparks. Inverter motors operate on the principle of electronic speed control, which reduces vibration and wear and tear, and provides better performance and lower noise levels. Manufacturers normally provide a 10-year guarantee.

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OLED Display

Often dubbed the display of the future, OLED displays are usually found on premium products. They offer high quality, a broad range of colours, low power consumption, high brightness, and excellent black colour reproduction. As a result, OLED displays are easy to view even in bright sunlight. Another advantage is the wide viewing angle, which reaches nearly 180 degrees.

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Mondopoint

Mondopoint drückt die längste Abmessung des Fußes aus. Damit kann geprüft werden, ob der Schuh richtig passen wird.

Ein mögliches Messverfahren ist ein Blatt Papier auf den Fußboden an die Wand zu legen. Barfuß auf das Papier stellen, damit die Ferse die Wand berührt und mit einem Filzstift die längste Zehe des Fußes (in der Regel die große Zeh) markieren. Danach einfach mit dem Meter die Entfernung von der Wand bis zur Markierung messen.

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TFT display

A method of rendering LCD-display images. In this case, the image is formed by a thin film of transistors. A thin part of the display consists of small transistors that control individual picture points, or pixels. Unlike previous technologies, it has brought high image quality, high contrast, lower power consumption and smaller size. Today, the biggest advantage of TFT displays is the price. Compared with premium OLEDs, they also have a significantly longer life.

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Bluetooth

Bluetooth is the communication tool used by a huge amount of electronics. Learn how the frequency signal is generated and how it's used. In a simple overview of the different versions, we will show how Bluetooth has evolved and been refined. You can also learn something about the specifications and security of this communication standard.

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Affordable 3D Printers for Personal Use

3D printers are devices that create three-dimensional models of objects based on digital artwork. What are the main types of 3D printers and can they find their use in an ordinary household? Our article explains all this and much more.

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