Pace DC550DR Set-top box Observations, Tips, and Product Review Browningate 2024-04-18 | Pace DC550DR Set-top box Observations, Tips, and Product Review
The Apple iPhone X: Finally Reviewed Browningate 2023-12-31 | Now that the device has been available for a few years, and with prices having been given the opportunity to go down slightly, it comes time for the X to finally be reviewed properly, fully, and free of the biases of people who simply don't know what they're talking about. At long last, the goofiest iPhone ever gets its turn under the microscope, and the results might just surprise you.Chapters:00:30 - Introduction01:20 - Platform Design and Ergonomics02:22 - Display and Security03:28 - Software and Gestures04:57 - The Bad and Ugly06:03 - Media Storage and Accessibility07:01 - Conclusion and comparison to Essential PH-1Links:The Essential PH-1 finally reviewed -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmHcQLAQ5rETeaser Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEv-rPJ33E0Additional Discussion:I did not get a chance to review the cameras or camera software because one of the cameras was damaged. The version of iOS that was on the device at the time when I took possession of it was not as strict as newer versions, (which will close the camera app upon recognition of a fault in any of its modules, instead of allowing the user to soldier on with the remaining good hardware) but I did not remain on it long enough to perform meaningful testing. From the raw samples that I've seen, the results are quite good, and I do believe that Apple's camera software is quite excellent overall, (in terms of not overprocessing the jpegs) so I have little reason to believe that the X is lacking in this department, contrary to what we saw on newer Samsungs.
X-BULLETIN Podcast, Episode 3 Browningate 2023-12-31 | The smash hit series carries forward with the long-awaited fall/winter sequel. From insightful commentaries to stories so real that you might find yourself unable to stop the show, X-BULLETIN holds to the highest standards so that you don't have to. Join the XDA crowd today with the true-to-life mastery that you can't get anywhere else.Addendum: I'll add that, one thing I forgot to mention in the head-to-head of the Samsung Omnia versus HTC Diamond is that the Omnia, in addition to having an SD card slot, also had 8GB of storage, which, unlike the Diamond's 4, was actually somewhat adequate at the time.Tonight's lineup includes:Opening MonologueHardware Spotlight - Second/Ticker Displays and Horizontal Slider Keyboards (7:00)Mobility Stories - The Ill-Fated Samsung Omnia (17:55)Software Spotlight - Single-stroke typing (30:12)Unpopular Opinion of the Week - The Mystery of Social Networking on Mobile Devices (38:50)Links:X-Bulletin on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/48w3AvkvlSXx6JlOAGj1muEpisode 1 on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGkhnk__6sgEpisode 2 on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ve4FiXyZ77wThe LG V20 Official Product Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMpXevxH15g\gOnda VX878 Throwback Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSjKsvdbB5I
The MacBook Pro Laptop Computer: Finally Reviewed (A1398) Browningate 2023-12-03 | With used computers staying more expensive for longer, the circa-2012 MacBook Pro "Retina" edition seems to be bucking this trend by promising a top-notch screen, big performance, long battery life, and maximum portability, for minimum cost. But is there a catch? I did the heavy lifting so you don't have to, and asked the tough questions when everyone else was too afraid that it wouldn't fit the mainstream Apple narrative. What follows is a straightforward and objective review of the good, bad, and ugly, of the 15" MacBook Pro.Chapters:00:43 - Review Philosophy and Platform Overview02:44 - Hardware and Specifications04:21 - Keyboard and Palmrest05:24 - Trackpad and Drivers07:49 - I/O in-depth09:25 - non-OSX Operating Systems13:29 - Mac OSX Operating Systems17:41 - Laptop + Ultrabook Marriage Promise: too good to be true?19:11 - Closing, Conclusion, and FindingsAdditional commentary:1. 4 monitor output - To expand on this, one of those four must be the laptop's own built-in monitor, but given how good that screen is, this is hardly a problem. I did use an active DisplayPort-to-HDMI/DVI adapter on one of those, so, not sure if this made a difference or not. I was just really impressed to see that this computer will break the 3-monitor barrier this effortlessly when so many others of the era utterly failed in this regard. This is the best evidence I have (aside from the remarkable combination of light/thin computer with great specs and a huge battery) that Apple was capable of great things if/when they applied themselves. If they'd put this kind of attention-to-detail in to the rest of the PC, it would've been an absolute champion of a computer.2. MagSafe 2 connector - I kind of glossed over it in the video, but this thing is utter trash. Even after using a toothbrush to clean the filth out of the connector and its mating surface, this thing ages very poorly. It does work, but only in one direction, and takes some finagling to get good contact. Even when it does, that plug really heats up good and warm.3. OSX - As a desktop replacement, Windows does the job pretty well, (weird 20-second graphics reset/stall on startup notwithstanding) but given the lack of switchable graphics and brightness control, the user's hand is forced to OSX for portable use. As I mentioned in the narrative, even though SmoothMouse does nothing to improve scrolling, the stock trackpad driver actually compensates pretty well. From a usability standpoint, it's actually pretty usable under OSX, but given that web browsers (and other web-adjacent programs) aren't receiving updates anymore, it's only a matter of time before functionality is eroded by changing standards and fixed paths.
X-BULLETIN Podcast, Episode 2 (Summer 2023) Browningate 2023-07-28 | The hit series continues with the long-awaited encore. From hard-hitting journalism to stories so real that you might find yourself unable to stop the show, X-BULLETIN holds to the highest standards so that you don't have to. Join the XDA crowd today with the pointed insight that you can't get anywhere else.Tonight's lineup includes:Opening MonologueX-Bulletin Investigates: Mobile Device Obsolescence (7:02)Mid-Evening Rant: Mouse acceleration in non-Windows operating systems (21:55)Mobility Stories: HP iPAQ 4150 + Nikon Coolpix S2 (30:54)Closing Monologue (56:58)Links:X-Bulletin on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/48w3AvkvlSXx6JlOAGj1muEpisode 3 on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLC-4hhSvc0Episode 1 on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGkhnk__6sgClassic PowerPC computer FAQ video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da5vfIH069EOnda VX878 media player throwback review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSjKsvdbB5I
X-BULLETIN Podcast, Episode 1 (Spring 2023) Browningate 2023-05-29 | The inaugural episode of XDA Developers's last surviving podcast, and the Internet's definitive home for mobility stories.Chapters:00:00 – Opening Monologue06:42 – Moderation Highlights18:32 – Mid-evening Rant27:07 – Mobility Stories51:19 – Unpopular opinion of the WeekLinks:The Galaxy Note10 Plus Already Reviewed - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOwsg7NSVE0Onda VX878 Throwback Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSjKsvdbB5IEpisode 3 on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLC-4hhSvc0Episode 2 on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ve4FiXyZ77wThe Essential PH-1 Finally Reviewed - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmHcQLAQ5rEHuawei Honor View 10 First-Look Product Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pv8I1Xbq8sU
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus: Already Reviewed Browningate 2023-03-20 | It's the tallest, heaviest, newest, and most expensive pocket-sized computer I've ever owned, but is it worth our consideration this early in its lifecycle? Find out in today's epic, comprehensive, and no-holds-barred review, told in the fair and honest style that you've come to expect from Browningate.Impatient? Skip to your favorite section using these timecodes:00:00 - Intro00:28 - General Attributes & Aesthetics02:08 - Body & Screen05:47 - Weight & Handling06:55 - Bootloader & Root09:27 - General Software discussion11:05 - Camera16:12 - Sound system18:20 - Battery performance, replacement, and runtime19:46 - Fingerprint scanner and magnetic pulse feature20:51 - ConclusionEditorial NotesCertain sections had to be cut from the video due to time. Here are two that I felt still deserve some kind of mention:1. Microphone - The microphone system is pretty decent. Not quite as good as the reigning champion, (that being the Moto X Pure Edition, of course) but still good. Stereo video recording is a thing. While there is no true front-facing microphone like what we saw on the LG V20, there is a dedicated directional microphone on the back close to the camera array to assist during the recording of telephoto videos.2. Fingerprint scanner - Samsung was reportedly planning to include the "cutting-edge" optical in-display fingerprint scanner on the Note 9 already, but had to ditch it at the last second. This is, without doubt, the worst cell phone fingerprint scanner I've ever used. It is slow and fussy. It's not even as secure as a capacitive scanner, to add insult to injury (did I mention that the facial scanner was axed from this model as well?). To be clear, it does work "well enough," most of the time. Just be prepared to re-train it every few months. TL;DR? It's acceptable, but nowhere near as good as a proper capacitive fingerprint scanner once the novelty factor wears off. Use of "smart lock" can help defer the impact of this shortcoming.
Politically Incorrect Desk Tour 2018-2022 Browningate 2022-05-01 | With currency inflation making new goods even more expensive than ever before, the low-cost used workspace solutions first proposed on this channel nearly a decade ago ring true now more than almost ever before. To answer the question of how my desk setup has evolved since 2017, I take viewers on a brief journey through the prior half-decade to see how the politically incorrect workspace has grown up with the channel in this breathtaking reunion.2017:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HokWB97g5qc2016:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWYbbZVmFvA2015:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3QHzvHf6Jg
The LG V20: Finally Reviewed Browningate 2022-01-01 | In memorial of the demise of LG Mobile, join me as we take an in-depth look at their greatest handheld computer: the V20. When you're done taking in the review, don't forget to check out the bootloader unlock tutorial (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GTMPy4HMuE).Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:47 - Historical Context02:45 - Platform Design and Ergonomics06:49 - Build Quality and Materials08:00 - Discussion of Repairability08:31 - Hardware Features11:15 - Unofficial Software Considerations (variations and bootloader unlock)13:21 - Display15:34 - Night Mode (LG Comfort View, Kcal Night Mode Enabler, and CF.Lumen)16:27 - Ambient Brightness Sensor Discussion and Compensation (Eye Preserver 2 Xposed Framework Module)17:13 - Chipset Performance and Battery Life Considerations18:50 - Cameras and Samples21:45 - Software (Roms, kernels, and applications)24:03 - Discussion of Stock/Preinstalled Applications24:45 - Conclusion and Unboxing time-lapse27:10 - Post-Credits Easter egg
LG V20 Bootloader Unlock Walkthrough (VS995/Verizon) Browningate 2021-11-05 | The LG V20 may go on record to be the single most consequential used mobile device of the year, but only for the determined. Today's video quickly and carefully breaks down the process, start-to-finish, to go from a fully-updated bone-stock LG V20 (VS995 or US996) to a bootloader-unlocked, rooted, V20, with MK2000 kernel and Alpha/Omega Rom.Chapters:00:00 - 0. Introduction, Unboxing, and Descriptive Overview02:56 - 1. Stock Rom Downgrade using LGUP04:30 - 2. Initiate DirtySanta from Exploitable Stock Rom installed in step 107:04 - 3. Execute DirtySanta exploit staged in step 208:11 - 4. Install proper version of TWRP Recovery, followed by Alpha/Omega Rom, and MK2000 kernel.11:21 - 5. Caveats and RecommendationsResources:Bootloader Unlock, Drivers, and other essential downloads - https://mega.nz/folder/VlASiBJI#wH66tm5Jnq4PbbKQIF1FxgProcedure off of which this video is based - https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/lgv20-vs995-verizon-only-aio-post-3-25-2019.3624326/Alpha Rom Downloads - https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=284266Alpha Rom Archived Thread - https://web.archive.org/web/20201111234013/https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/development/alpha-omega-rom-oreo-vs995-h910-ls997-t3847510Verizon Tethering Fix - https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/vs995-lg-v20-vs995-verizon-hotspot-tether-unlocker-zip-flashable.3794597FRP Bypass Procedure - https://old.reddit.com/r/lgv20/comments/ho56e9/frp_workaround/MK2000 Kernel Thread - https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/vs995-h990-h918-h910-us996-ls997-h915-f800k-l-s-mk2000-kernel-stock.3708330/MK2000 Kernel Download - https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=296824Charging Governor Fix - https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/mod-fix-cpu-throttling-when-charging-gaming-increase-charging-speed-screen-on.3650705/Commands from Part 2:1. runmefirst.bat. Leave this window open.2. step1.bat. Leave this window open also.3. (on the device itself) id4. (on the device itself) applypatch /system/bin/atd /storage/emulated/0/dirtysanta5. step2.bat(all scripts should terminate after step2.bat is finished)Commands from Part 3:1. step3.bat2. adb reboot bootloader3. fastboot flash boot bootbackup.img4. fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.0.2-1-us996.img5. fastboot flash boot bootbackup.img(6 and 7 must be done at the same time)6. fastboot reboot7. (on the device) Hold volume down and power button until LG emblem appears. Once it does, do not let go of volume-down, but let go of power for about a half a second, and then go back to holding it until the white screen comes up asking for a hard reset. Let go of all buttons when this happens.Recommended Screen Calibration Profile:Red - 256Green - 241Blue - 226Minimum - 0Saturation - 12Value - 128Contrast - 128Hue - 0Corrections:1. On official bootloader unlocks. LG's website for official bootloader unlocks is slated to become unavailable after the end of 2021. Once that happens, this will become the only method for unlocking the bootloader on the US996 model.2. In part 5, I mentioned that the MK2000 kernel causes issues for encryption. It is my understanding now that it is actually the rom, and not the kernel, that causes this. Either way, it still doesn't work.
Onda VX878 Portable Media Player: Throwback Review (2008) Browningate 2021-06-20 | In the late 2000s, the market was saturated with portable media players from hundreds of different vendors, ranging from unbranded iPhone clones to high-quality Windows Mobile devices. The Onda VX878 occupied the "middle class" of that equation by offering 2GB of storage, a 2.4" QVGA touchscreen, and YouTube video playback capabilities, all for a cost of around $85 ($110 today, adjusted for inflation).In 2008, I finally got around to filming a short review of the device, but it was never published... until now. Instead of just playing the raw video without context, I thought that this would represent an excellent opportunity to engage in a retrospective discussion about the market, which, while radically different today, carries a number of interesting parallels.List of portable devices shown in the video: (in order of ownership)IBM WorkPad C500 (rebranded Palm m500)Nikon Coolpix S1 CameraOnda VX878 portable media playerHP iPAQ 4150HTC DiamondSamsung EpicSamsung Galaxy Note 2Motorola Moto X Pure Edition (XT1575)Interesting postscript: I had to completely re-render this entire video because apparently it is no longer acceptable to have even 20 seconds of "Gold on the Ceiling" playing. Sigh.
Google Chrome ❝Font Rendering Enhancer❝ Guide and Add-on Review Browningate 2021-04-30 | Google's frail and dingy fonts got you down? Today's video focuses on an add-on that claims to be able to singlehandedly fix the problem. Find out if it's all that it's cracked up to be and learn how to configure it properly in today's video.Links and Resources:Add-on Download - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/font-rendering-enhancer/hmbmmdjlcdediglgfcdkhinjdelkiock?utm_source=chrome-app-launcher-info-dialogReddit thread discussing the problem - https://old.reddit.com/r/firefox/comments/drcxeq/text_rendering_different_and_way_better_onOriginal (and criminally underrated) Official Bug Report - https://bugs.chromium.org/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=534732Followup bug report - https://bugs.chromium.org/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=1160653The video now has subtitles, for your enjoyment. Let me know if you'd like to see more of these on future uploads!
PerioBrite Toothpaste + OralB Professional Precision 3000 Series Toothbrush Followup Review Browningate 2021-01-01 | Back in 2014, I received this toothbrush as a gift and attempted a review of it (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3p8IB4tGLbE). The original was DOA, so I was never able to give it the coverage that it deserved, since I did not receive the replacement until after submitting the original video. In today's video, I attempt to close the loop on that unfinished review, and also show off some toothpaste. Will either of these products pass the smell test? Find out in today's review.
The Essential PH-1: Finally Reviewed Browningate 2020-12-01 | With the stagnation of the mobile device market in recent years, I was beginning to give up hope that anything could ever replace the venerable Motorola Moto X Pure Edition. Is the Essential PH-1 the answer? Find out in today's video.Chapters:1:22 - Overview1:24 - Background, ergonomics3:24 - The Screen4:35 - Sound System5:11 - Endurance, performance, and power5:51 - The Camera10:10 - Software12:02 - Radio Performance13:56 - In conclusionClarifications and Corrections:9:42 - I should mention that this phone has two microphones, but there is no way (as far as I have been able to find so far) to record audio or video in stereo.11:15 - Said "former," meant "latter." I usually try to do a pretty good job of proofreading the scripted videos, but sometimes mistakes like these do slip through.15:05 - By "crusty sounding," I'm mainly referring to the speaker's clarity at lower volume levels, which reeks of interference (think early-2000s Windows XP computer speaker interference racket). It's hardly noticeable at levels higher than ~40%.16:26 - Use this command to fix the chin mask glitch:adb shell settings put secure sysui_rounded_size 1Links and Resources:Forum thread on the chin mask issue - https://forum.xda-developers.com/essential-phone/help/how-to-rid-chin-mask-t4036829Procedure for getting TWRP working with the final stock rom release - https://forum.xda-developers.com/essential-phone/development/official-twrp-3-2-3-0-essential-ph-1-t3840931/post82260861Final Stock Rom release and Root instructions: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AosUM-DWPHS1hByPhKoPS-OFoRVr?e=UbdORE
SmLoad-R is the new Grooveshark Browningate 2020-04-23 | In honor of the five year anniversary of Grooveshark's last day online, we take a quick moment to remember its legacy and find out what software & services have stepped up to fill the void.Following the demise of Deezloader, (shown in my last video on the topic, back in 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyDN_u2VcIw) there has been uncertainty as to which front-end would rise to the occasion to allow the acquisition of music from long-time Grooveshark competitor, Deezer.In the video, we discuss the epic battle of the mid-2000s music sites. If you want to grab a copy of SmLoad-R for yourself, take a look at the author's official links:64bit Windows Downloads: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AosUM-DWPHS1hBsAyQcSKAFBq7IO?e=xRmcopInstructions: https://web.archive.org/web/20200901105053/https://git.fuwafuwa.moe/SMLoadrDev/SMLoadrBlog: https://t.me/s/SMLoadrNewsOther Download Links: (untested) https://gbatemp.net/threads/where-to-find-smloadr.570842/If any of these links go bad, feel free to reach out to my by way of video comments or personal message to request an upload.
Cadillac CTS Wagon Review, Discussion, and Drive Browningate 2020-02-01 | Join me on an in-depth tour and test drive of what is arguably the most epic wagon ever made: the CTS Sportwagon. See how the CTS holds up after nearly 300,000 miles in service and 10 years in the rust belt. Also, witness my unfiltered reaction to its appearance, features, performance, and utility. Hear of my harrowing encounters during filming, complete with full SD cards, in-person spectators, and law enforcement. Stay through to the end as we attempt to find out why this $5000 used car joins the ranks of vehicles more rare than the $100,000+ Cadillac XLR Convertible, and even the coveted CTS Coupé.Post action report on the ventilated seats:While the perforation doesn't extend as far up on the seatback as I had hoped, what is ventilated does stay fresh. I give these ventilated seats a passing grade as-is, but would recommend that you exercise your own judgment on a more humid day (this was originally filmed in March).Original Product Listing: https://www.berniesmotorsales.com/details/used-2010-cadillac-cts/52366627Archived Link: https://web.archive.org/web/20190331230800/https://www.berniesmotorsales.com/details/used-2010-cadillac-cts/52366627Video Chapters00:36 - Historical Background03:35 - Specifications, Measurements, and Performance04:28 - Design and Sales06:18 - Keys and wagon features09:05 - Second row interior and features10:15 - Front row interior and features + Engine Start12:30 - All Wheel Drive rant13:53 - Ventilated Seats rant15:16 - Test drive17:59 - Back to The Shack sound system test19:53 - Post test-drive discussion + Visibility20:40 - Durability and Quality22:29 - Conclusion23:51 - Attribution
Politically Incorrect Home Theater Browningate 2019-12-28 | This year, we break from the desk tour to show something even less politically correct - what happens when I try to set up a home theater using the same mentality.
Energy Mints Review 2019 (Rally Energy) Browningate 2019-03-11 | Almost one year later, I received another request to review some more energy mints. What follows are my findings regarding the price, flavor, consistency, and efficacy of Rally Energy mints.
Buick Park Avenue Cold Start and -10° Jump Start, Winter 2019 Browningate 2019-02-15 | In this video, I learn of the effects that extended exposure to subzero temperatures have on car batteries and their ability to drive the starter on a modest 6-cylinder engine. Easily two of the "just barely-est" engine starts that I've ever seen on an automotive vehicle, all captured live and unrehearsed on film.The week prior to the recording of this video, the Park Avenue started just fine on a -10° morning with the lights on, which is the reasoning behind my cheeky "this should be no problem" remark early in the video. That cold start, while chilly, was nowhere near as difficult as this one, in part because the temperature had not been that cold for so long.The power steering, which has always been a bit on the whiny side when it's warm outside, sounds outright depressing when it gets down to the -10° mark. A lot of things start to behave curiously at that temperature.In the day that passed between the unassisted cold start seen at the beginning of the video and the jump-start shown in the second half, the Park was jump-started once off of another vehicle in the afternoon, a struggle made all too real by the hood being frozen shut. Ironically, this was not the first time that a car's hood has been frozen shut on me, but that's a story for another video.Stay frosty! ...but also, stay safe.
Motorola Moto X Pure Edition 2019 Followup Review Browningate 2018-12-31 | Since the original product review last year, I've had some more time to gain better perspectives and also to work with the new software that was released for this device. Although the original review still stands on its own, this supplement is intended to provide long-term clarity.For more information, feel free to refer to the following links:Exclusive OEM Battery Replacements from the only merchant confirmed to have them - https://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-NEW-MOTOROLA-FX30-SNN5964A-MOTO-X-PURE-XT1575-BATTERY-FX30-3000mAh-3-8V-/283204876114#rwidMy original release notes for the stock Android 7 ROM, on XDA DEVELOPERS - https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-style/general/moto-x-pure-nougat-rollout-beginning-t3680326/post74767049#post74767049Forum thread on Magisk issue (see the last post on page for the solution) - https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=75673878#post75673878Original Review, part 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlPjroDQ_MoOriginal Review, part 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-lUMK-q38YVideo chapters:00:40 - What's New01:30 - My take on Motorola's updates02:03 - Specifics of the stock Android 7 Rom release03:48 - Technical observations05:30 - Strengths, weaknesses, and long term viability08:40 - ConclusionAddendum:As I've reviewed this video and the way I narrated it, I realize that I came across a bit more pessimistic than originally intended. Understand that while my concerns are legitimate, I still very much like this phone and do intend to get another 1-2 years out of it at minimum. Just because it isn't "mobile device of the year" doesn't mean that it's not an excellent device. This is still an excellent device.Regarding serviceability - even though parts aren't readily available and there is some adhesive to remove, this phone definitely is not too bad to service. It's not iPhone-easy, but it's still pretty straightforward compared to some mobiles. There are a lot of (small Torx) screws, but they're all the same size and the process is generally a smooth one.One thing I failed to mention in the video is that the replacement back covers (which you shouldn't need; 1-2 breaches of the rubber won't ruin it, but my excessive and repeated attempts at battery replacement did) are slightly different from the originals. The material looks identical, but attracts way more dust and just doesn't have the same level of grip. It's a minor gripe, but one that makes me wish I didn't have to go back into the phone so many times (thereby ruining the original). TL;DR? If you're careful, you can re-use the original back cover, even if you have to replace the adhesive.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 1: Finally Reviewed Browningate 2018-11-01 | It's been over half a decade since this high-price ultrabook was first unleashed upon the general public. Time and criticism have brought its price down, but is it still a good buy? Today's comprehensive product review seeks to answer that question.Links:AeroByDesign (Dark 8.1) Theme: https://www.deviantart.com/liveordietm/art/AeroByDesign-For-Windows-8-1-Update-1-401771941?offset=90Chapters:00:00 - Opening00:29 - Design02:17 - Screen and Form Factor05:51 - Specifications, Connectivity, and Performance09:43 - Software and The Windows Experience12:21 - Power13:47 - The Human Interface19:04 - Sound20:21 - Usage Application (3D Performance, Emulation, and Benchmarks)23:31 - ConclusionAlso See:Surface 3 (notPro) Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMgLksOMkKw
Huawei Honor View 10 First-Look Product Review Browningate 2018-06-01 | The Honor View 10 marks this year's entry from Huawei into the "upper middle class" smartphone segment, where they've taken a somewhat different approach from the competition. But how well does it hold up for the $500 retail asking price? Today's First Look Review Video seeks to answer that question.Chapters:0:44 - Dimensions, Ratios, and Ergonomics1:22 - Display performance2:20 - Camera observations, samples, and benchmarks3:48 - Chipset and Radios4:24 - Call Quality, Audio, and Multimedia5:13 - Battery Life5:36 - ConclusionSpecial thanks to Huawei for the free review sample!
Viter Energy Mints Review V-Log Browningate 2018-04-21 | Mints with caffeine. Find out whether or not they are all that they're cracked up to be in this quick product review.
The Microsoft Surface 3: Finally Reviewed Browningate 2018-03-27 | The quest for a small, portable computer with excellent battery life and enough power to be able to comfortably accomplish stuff has been underway for well over a decade now, with few worthwhile contenders. Is Microsoft's Surface 3 the PC that finally solves this puzzle? Find out in today's comprehensive product review.Chapters:0:49 - Historical Context (Part 1: The original netbooks)2:45 - Historical Context (Part 2: The Microsoft Surface)4:34 - Historical Context (Part 3: Improving the Formula)5:44 - Introducing: Surface 36:36 - Solving the form-factor problem8:18 - Connectivity & Specifications11:57 - The Experience14:14 - Video Playback Experience + Hardware Acceleration14:51 - ConclusionAdditional notes: I neglected to mention the availability of a headphone jack during the connectivity tour. There's also a rear-facing webcam (for some strange reason). TDP on the chipset is unknown, but believed to be very low.Also, it is impossible to overstate how good that screen is. The brightness is very high, but the contrast is outstanding. The exceptional calibration and all-around performance is almost unheard of in this price class. Easily one of the best small LCD panels I've ever seen.The front-facing speakers are unimpressive, but the fact that they face forward earns them usability points. I've definitely heard worse.Charging over MicroUSB can be a bit of a drag, but not being burdened down by an extra/large AC adapter is also liberating. That, along with the bonus USB port that you get (by way of a breakout cable, as mentioned at 8:40 in the video, easily makes up for this shortcoming.Links & Additional Reading:NotebookCheck.net benchmarks/review - https://www.notebookcheck.net/Microsoft-Surface-3-Tablet-Convertible-Review.141116.0.htmlAlso See:Surface Pro 1 Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mTI1Ix-1O8
Mitsubishi WS-A65 Repair V-Log and CRT Rear Projection Discussion Browningate 2018-01-01 | In the conclusion to a repair video that I started over a year ago, I finally provide closure to the project and deliver some closing thoughts on the repair itself, the 2002-2003 line of Mitsubishi widescreen projection HDTVs, and HD CRT rear projection in general.Mitsubishi V20B Service Guide: www.download-service-manuals.com/download.php?file=Mitsubishi-1345.pdfV20B Service Guide Mirror Link: https://elektrotanya.com/mitsubishi_chassis_v20b_vs-a50_ws-a48_ws-a55_ws-a65.pdf/download.htmlMitsubishi V20B Series Owner's Guide: https://www.manualslib.com/manual/507504/Mitsubishi-Ws-A48.htmlFootnote:I should also add that the quality of the tubes (or possibly the supporting power supplies and circuitry) in these HD projection sets seems to be vastly superior to those found in standard definition direct-view tube models (even newer ones) in that they exhibit little-to-no discernible "bloom" effect (that annoying phenomenon where the picture gets bigger as more light is added to the image). Instead, they offer a very stable image, more in line with what you might see from a standard CRT monitor.
V-Log: iPhone 3G Unboxing 2017 (feat. iPhone X) Browningate 2017-10-29 | Now that all of the mainstream unbox videos are out of the way, it's time for a more realistic perspective. Consider this a packaging study as well as an entertaining & educational field trip into the world of iPhone.This video is in memory of Ken Bauer, who is said to have been fired from Apple for allowing footage of the up-and-coming iPhone X to be leaked to the Internet for all to see.Happy Reformation Week and 500th anniversary of the first Reformation Day!
Politically Incorrect Desk Tour 2017 Browningate 2017-10-12 | See what makes browningate tick with this in-depth analysis and workspace review. Discover why newer is not always better and uncover the joys of buying used!Chapters:00:42 - Part 1: Framework01:13 - Part 2: Computer02:42 - Part 3: Sights & Sounds + Surface Items & Input Devices03:50 - Mid-video rant on aspect ratio pronunciation06:21 - Part 4: Ultraportable PC07:43 - Part 5: Mobility and Closing ThoughtsPolitically Incorrect Desk Tour 2016: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWYbbZVmFvAPolitically Incorrect Desk Tour 2015: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3QHzvHf6Jg
Ntonpower Powered USB Smart Mug Review Browningate 2017-09-20 | To conclude the dilogy of Ntonpower product reviews for this month, I bring you the Smart Cup. Is a cup-shaped device that doubles as a USB power supply in your car or home worth the asking price? Find out in today's review, alternatively presented in the v-log format. Special thanks to Annie Hu of Ntonpower for the review samples.In the next episode, I will be taking a break from donations and returning to regularly scheduled programming. I hope you all enjoyed the opportunity for diversity as much as I did during these past three videos consisting of product reviews based on gifts from viewers.Part 1: (Ntonpower MicroUSB Cable Review)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvP6liLSbOQPurchase Links:$25.99 shipped from manufacturer's website: http://www.ntonpower.com/NTONPOWER-Mug-holder-car-charger-3-USB-socket-with-2-socket-cigarette-lighter-Black.html$15.99 shipped from eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/NTONPOWER-Cup-Car-Charger-3USB-Port-12V-Smart-Charging-IC-5V-2-4A-Fast-Charger-w-/1727467$20.98 to $25.98 shipped from Amazon.com from North-American shipping facility: https://www.amazon.com/2-Socket-Cigarette-Splitter-Electric-Designed/dp/B01MSWTU4E/ref=sr_1_7?m=A15BLDUO6LPUH6&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1505867448&sr=1-7
Quick Review: NTONPOWER Braided Nylon Fiber MicroUSB Cable Browningate 2017-09-09 | In the yawnfest that is the world of mobile accessories, MicroUSB cables are downright comatose, but Ntonpower wants to shake things up a bit with a unique take on a tried-and-true design. Does the risk pay off and is the product worth the asking price? Find out in today's quick review video. Special thanks to Annie Hu from Ntonpower for the USB cable donation!Links to buy:$9.61 on Newegg: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIADT86003115&ignorebbr=1$14.06 on Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Durable-Nylon-Charging-Nickel-Plated-Connectors-Smartphones/dp/B06XSGZ6RF/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1500342896&sr=8-17-spons&keywords=ntonpower&psc=1$18.99 from Ntonpower website: http://www.ntonpower.com/NTONPOWER-USB%202.0-Type-A-USB-Type-C-Cable-3A-3.3ft-Durable-Nylon-Braided-Charging-Syncing-Cord-Nickel-Plated-Connectors-Samsung-Galaxy-S8-Google-Pixel-Nexus%206P-G5-Nintendo-Switch-Blue.html?path=30
Product Review: Pedir PD0202 Sunglasses from Firmoo Browningate 2017-08-31 | In keeping with this summer's theme of product reviews about personal gear, I present this brief review of the Pedir PD0202 Men's Full Frame Metal Sunglasses, a product available exclusively from the store that gave me the glasses, Firmoo. Are they worth the $29 asking price?Link to the glasses shown in the video:https://www.firmoo.com/sunglasses-p-4163.htmlBuy-one-get-one-free special from Firmoo:http://bit.ly/bogofirmooglasses"Exclusive" 50% off coupon code: 8449e
The Moto X Pure Edition Review: Part 2 Browningate 2017-08-16 | In this long-awaited followup to the original, the Moto X Pure Edition is explored and reviewed in-depth. Topics discussed include software, features, speakers, wireless radio performance, audio quality, video playback, the camera app, and the ever-controversial issue of battery life.See part 1 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlPjroDQ_MoMoto X Pure Edition on XDA DEVELOPERS: https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-styleFootnotes:4:29 - Found a (very easy) fix for that bug: https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-style/general/figured-how-to-orientation-dependent-t37027418:43 - Even though "21Megapixel doesn't come cheap," I have to admit that it does provide an impressive amount of detail that wouldn't otherwise be visible.9:24 - I should have mentioned that the compression artifacts are really only noticeable in scenes with very little light. Even then, they aren't all that bad.
PSA: How to restore missing reviews on Amazon.com [Tutorial + Explanation] Browningate 2017-07-12 | Amazon.com has recently adopted an annoying habit of not showing reviews posted by people who bought an item from anyplace other than Amazon. Today's instructional video explains what this looks like and how to fix it, with some caveats.
The Dell Precision M6400 Laptop Review Browningate 2017-06-27 | Have we finally entered the age of the truly-decent & inexpensive 17" laptop computer? Today's in-depth and comprehensive product review explores the answer to that question.Links~Windows 8 Release Preview Visual Style for Windows 7 (Perfected): https://mega.nz/#!AlAVAZhY!POgAPDESQN_wFBIHLzANw9pIIMoUBqnCcbeBjt7xxg0Windows 8 Release Preview Visual Style for Windows 7 (Original): http://mare-m.deviantart.com/art/Windows-8-Release-Preview-Theme-for-Windows-7-312530311Precision M6400 Service Manual: http://153.127.244.43/pdf/2013-02-02/74675.pdfDell Precision M6400 First Impressions V-Log video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_MyrS41CUIThinkPad T61p Video Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m97YmI67BLkAs always, if these links ever go down, leave a comment or send me a personal message.Additional annotations:I should mention that this computer also has an ambient light sensor which allows for enhanced control of the keyboard backlighting (the keys won't light up in an adequately-lit room if you desire) as well as the display's backlighting. This feature only requires that the Dell Feature Enhancement or Dell System Software be installed on Windows. I have not tested its functionality on any Linux distributions.
RCA HD61LPW42 DLP RPTV Repair and Commentary Browningate 2017-06-05 | You've seen the review; now check out what makes it tick! My misfortune of having to repair numerous issues inside of this thing could be a very positive thing for you (or just simply entertaining; even if you don't have a DLP rear projection television set of your own).Here's the link to that training/service guide: https://elektrotanya.com/thomson_rca-scenium-dlp_training-manual.pdf/download.htmlIn case you missed it the first time around, here's the link to the original review video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0O5u5PPf4GgAlso, be aware that I no longer own this set. I will attempt to answer any questions that you may have about it in the comments section, but my memory of certain components or issues may be limited.
V-Log: Bech Testing a Car Radio Browningate 2017-05-06 | For those times when you don't want to have to tear apart your vehicle's dashboard, bench testing with a computer power supply is the easiest way to go. The most difficult part of the whole process is finding a "reverse" (male) wiring harness specific to the model or series or radio that needs to be tested. As far as I can tell, there's no easy way around doing that, at least for most radios, but this is still far superior to the alternative.Please pardon the slightly diminished production value. This video was actually shot last year (in April of 2016) and I'm still playing catch-up with the backlog, so the newer, better videos will be slowly taking the lead as I finish getting through all of these. The content is still definitely quite interesting in my opinion.
Moto X Pure Edition: Full Review (Part 1) Browningate 2017-03-26 | The Moto X Pure Edition was a controversial device, to say the least, when it was brand new, but is it a good buy now? Today's video explores almost everything one could possibly ever want to know about the Pure Edition in complete and honest detail from the raw and uncensored perspective of yours truly.No chapters in this one; just paragraphs.Link for Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-lUMK-q38YCorrections/Clarifications and Supplementary Commentary:5:22 - Screen brightness for the Galaxy Note 2, measured by the same outfit that benchmarked the Moto X Pure Edition at 715 nits, (Phone Arena) was measured at 292 nits, meaning that, at peak brightness, the Pure Edition can put out over twice as much light. It's quite impressive when compared to the Pure Edition's close cousin, the Nexus 6, which maxes out at only 270 nits, and its grandfather, the original Moto X, which provides an even greater disappointment with 218 nits. In fact, the Pure Edition's 715 nits beats out the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S8, HTC Pixel, Pixel XL, U11, LG G6, and LG V20. It's impossible to overstate how absolutely epic this screen is.6:26 - Fun fact: I don't consider rear-facing speakers to be a dealbreaker as long as they are loud enough. Whatever size of driver they can stuff into the casing of a superthin smartphone isn't going to be that impressive no matter how you look at it, but having two speakers helps sidestep this limitation by not only increasing the soundfield from mono to stereo, but also doubling the theoretical sound output.7:43 - It's impossible to overstate how narrow this phone is relative to its screen size. People think that Samsung and LG "own" the thin bezels genre, but Motorola did quite the job here that I would consider to be nothing short of miraculous. You sure won't see anything like this on newer Lenovo-based Motorola products that have made a name for themselves by becoming the "big bezels brand."9:44 - Even though I do own two protective TPU sleeve "cases" for this device, I will admit that I do occasionally use it without either one ("naked"). I may have been a bit strict about it in the review, but just to be clear, this phone is far better without a TPU than many other models. That doesn't change the fact that the edges are still a bit slick however, so I still do recommend some kind of casing for most usage scenarios. The issue is further discussed in a thread over on XDA DEVELOPERS:https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x-style/accessories/pure-edition-naked-phone-challenge-2017-t3600169
V-Log: Dell Precision M6400 First Impressions & Unpacking Browningate 2017-02-01 | Join me on a quick tour of this epic 17" beast of a laptop. Topics covered include discussion of unique perks & features, squeaks & rattles, and memory upgrades, among other things. If you like what you see here today, be sure to check out the full review.And yes, I am aware that I misspelled "censorship". Unfortunately, I only came to that conclusion after recording the video.Full Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvFjkjSCf88
browningate Humor (OneChannel Unsub Video 2017) Browningate 2017-01-01 | Since its establishment in 2008, browningate has continued to set the bar as YouTube's #1 hub for computers, guides, v-logs, remixes, and product reviews. Every once in a while, a bit of comedy sneaks in as well, and it is my view that a bit of comic relief can make all of the difference. Check out this preview, which represents just a small tidbit of the nuggets of humor that you can expect to see with a subscription to the all-new browningate, among the countless other kinds of quality content offered free-of-charge, ad-free, and without annotations or other unnecessary interruptions. Bonus points if you can spot my (rather laughable) error.
Deezloader is the new Grooveshark Browningate 2016-12-31 | For nearly two years following the closure of Grooveshark, people in search of music have been left scratching their heads with no true alternative - until now. Join me as we explore the backstory of three of the world's biggest online music portals and examine the functionality behind the one that remains.Links:[Updated 7/31/2018] See the following recovery link for SMLoad-R download links: https://web.archive.org/web/20180730205109/https://git.fuwafuwa.moe/SMLoadrDev/SMLoadr/releases (version 1.9.4; late July 2018 release)[Updated 4/9/2018] Deezloader is no longer functional due to some slight changes to the service back-end. SMLoad-r is the successor to the Deezloader project. Registration on the Deezer website for a free account is required prior to use. Download links are (were) here: https://git.teknik.io/SMLoadrDev/SMLoadr/releases[Updated 9/9/2017] Direct link for 64bit Deezloader Windows Application, version 2.2 (similar to the "server" version shown in the video, but not identical) - https://mega.nz/#!wZx2VKgD!ka0SeR4HQhwgmHQRNtTpgygIFYbixvsydTv2w1Bzp_QMirror: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9X8g6lOT_kwalZrclVUMlE2Sm8/view[Updated 4/20/2017] Direct link for 64bit Deezloader Windows application, version 2.3.1 (similar to the "server" version shown in the video, but not identical) - https://mega.nz/#!NqhGSRBb!MfP4_xRrxEGkYtM09ydL3ECEC_X6NF2_m42E2RRqbSA[Updated 4/20/2017] Direct link for the 32bit Deezloader Windows application, version 2.1 (similar to the "server" version shown in the video, but not identical) - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6OlB6Rnt8wiZ3ROZXVJWnNFR0k/view[Updated 1/12/2017] NEW Deezloader Subreddit with up-to-date download links: https://www.reddit.com/r/deezloader/ [no longer working as of 4/20/2017]Please leave a comment or send me a personal message if any of these links go down!OLD Deezloader Download Links on/from Reddit: (no longer working; for archival purposes only)https://www.reddit.com/r/deezloader/comments/58upgk/deezloader_download_link/ [no longer working as of 4/20/2017]Official Repository for Deezloader app (similar to the "server" version shown in the video, but not identical) - https://mega.nz/#F!y9EzUZiC!VOS4wDBvIwt4YcBVs24yFw!W8tRTbQI [Dead as of 9/9/2017]
V-Log: ThinkPad X200 Tablet + Using Windows 8 in 2017 Browningate 2016-12-01 | The long-neglected ThinkPad X200 Tablet finally gets a well-deserved cleaning and operating system refresh... to Windows 8! Join me as we uncover the reasoning behind installing such an unpopular edition of Windows on this fascinating tablet in today's V-Log - packed with nearly an hour of discussion, installation footage, Windows optimization, and post-installation observations.Chapters:03:29 - Hardware tour, specifications, and mini-review16:45 - Windows installation prep and backstory20:12 - Installer troubleshooting; [mini tutorial] how to do an upgrade installation without a product key23:10 - Windows 8 Upgrade Installation31:10 - First look at the Windows 8 Upgrade & driver installation38:32 - Windows 8 Graphical Tweaks (Glass8, UxStyle, Windows 8 Release Preview Theme for Windows 8, and OldNewExplorer)45:10 - Windows Update Troubleshooting46:23 - Post-installation commentary and upgrade installation reflection49:55 - ThinkPad commentary (Epilogue)Links:Windows 8-compatible video driver for X200 Tablet - https://download.lenovo.com/ibmdl/pub/pc/pccbbs/mobiles/7xd657ww.exeFully-Functional Hotkey Feature Integration Package for X200 Tablet - https://mega.nz/#!E05xFARa!nYxCA_L7vDEo-oatCRaSxiMR9oLnbyZhiWS4ex58DTcGlass8 1.3 (Painter Edition; Cracked) - https://mega.nz/#!1gYXgLQK!vfbd5Ci0dBva8neWc8ryzTDXmaJjhww0RN3i6_3U8jQUxStyle Theme Patcher - http://uxstyle.com/Windows 8 Release Prevew Visual Style - http://misaki2009.deviantart.com/art/Windows-8-RP-Visual-Style-on-Windows-8-RTM-327134245OldNewExplorer - http://www.msfn.org/board/topic/170375-oldnewexplorer-118/Comment or send me a personal message if any of these links go down!
5 More Reasons Why Windows 10 Sucks Browningate 2016-10-13 | In this sequel to the original (and wildly popular) "Why Windows 10 Sucks" feature, we take a closer look at five more areas in which Windows 10 just doesn't measure up, as well as five redeeming qualities of the software.Chapters:00:41 - Five reasons why Windows 10 doesn't suck03:28 - 5 more things about Windows 10 that really suck
Windows 7 ❝Busy❝ Cursor Stutter Fix Tutorial Browningate 2016-09-24 | If you're annoyed by the "skipped beat" in the Windows 7 busy pointer, this video demonstrates the background of the glitch and an easy fix for the problem.Links:Original Windows 7 Task Force Problem Report: http://web.archive.org/web/20130430192352/http://www.windows7taskforce.com/view/3083iStartedSomething Blog Post: http://www.istartedsomething.com/20090815/windows-7-busy-cursor-misses-a-beat/Pretentious|Name Blog Post with Fix: https://www.pretentiousname.com/win7_fixed_aero_busy/Pointers File DOWNLOAD: https://www.pretentiousname.com/win7_fixed_aero_busy/win7_fixed_aero_busy_100.zip
Lenovo ThinkPad T61p Comprehensive Laptop Review Browningate 2016-09-01 | In a time when many are turning their back on the increasingly oversaturated used laptop market, one model shines as my pick for Used Computer of The Year for 2016. What makes this ordinary-looking laptop from 2008 worthy of the title? Is it worth buying all these years later? All those questions and more are answered in this comprehensive product review.Video Shortcuts:00:42 - Equipment and Specifications01:45 - Hardware tour and Observations03:20 - Indicators and Layout03:52 - External Connectivity04:52 - Bonus Features & Docking Stations07:01 - Software (BIOS and Operating System Compatibility)09:37 - Performance and Benchmarks10:23 - Conclusion
Seinfeld Downtown Remix (feat. Macklemore) Browningate 2016-07-31 | George gets himself into trouble downtown with his Mo-Ped.
iSimple PxDp iPod2Car Peripheral Installation, Observations, and Review Browningate 2016-06-09 | Sometimes, the simplest solutions are the best ones, but can that philosophy apply to the complex area of car audio? The iSimple PxDp iPod2Car peripheral adapter claims just that, but does it measure up? Find out in today's full product review and demonstration.Sections:00:00 - Introduction00:54 - Part 1 (Background and Product Overview)03:04 - Part 2 (Prerequisites)04:52 - Rabbit Trail (iPod Alternatives)05:27 - Part 3 (Installation)10:25 - Part 4 (Conclusion)Links:iSimple PxDp Instructions (note that the vehicle-specific harness section was wrong for my car, but the DIP switch settings are correct): http://www.pac-audio.com/PacProductData/PXDP/1_Instructions/pxdp_instructions_012711.pdfeBay Search for PxDp: http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_sacat=&_mPrRngCbx=1&_udlo=&_udhi=&_sop=12&LH_CAds=&rmvSB=true&_nkw=PxDpMediaMonkey: www.mediamonkey.com"PodMode" iPod Alternative official app thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2220108"PodEmu" iPod Alternative official app thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-podemu-connect-android-to-30pin-t3234840eBay search for kinda-affordably-priced iPods that are not iPod Touch or Shuffle models (YMMV): http://www.ebay.com/sch/iPods-MP3-Players/73839/i.html?_udlo=6&_sop=12&_udhi=42&LH_BIN=1&LH_ItemCondition=1000|1500|2000|2500|3000&_mPrRngCbx=1&_from=R40&_nkw=iPod%20-shuffle%20-touch&_dcat=73839&rt=ncGreat Resource for quality .mp3 downloads: Deezloader [See my new video on this topic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyDN_u2VcIw]If any of these links go down, send me a personal message or leave a comment letting me know so that it can be corrected as soon as possible.
SlingBox Pro HD Product Review Browningate 2016-04-23 | With its competitors out of the race, Slingbox is now the only product around that can stream and remotely control your cable box over your network or the Internet, but is it any good? Find out in today's video review.Timecodes:01:00 - Part 1 (Unboxing and Hardware Tour)03:28 - Part 2 (Playback options on Windows and alternative hardware)14:59 - Part 3 (Playback options on OSX and Linux)17:37 - Part 4 (Playback options on Mobile Devices [current and legacy])20:37 - Part 5 (Closing and Conclusion)Download links:SlingPlayer Mobile Legacy Support (Windows Mobile 2003, 5, 6, PalmOS 5, 6, and Symbian) - http://mobile.slingmedia.com/SlingPlayer 5.0.0.26 for Windows (Current version with no pre-reel YouTube video advertisements) - http://www.dishanywhere.com/sling-autoupdate/SPD/Win/5.0.0.26/SlingPlayer 2 for Windows - http://support.slingbox.com/en-US/OldDownloads.aspx(send me a personal message or comment on this video if any of these go down)Spring/Summer 2017 Footnote:Since this review was published, SlingPlayer for Windows is no longer functioning properly with the SlingBox. The company has refused to issue any explanation for this bothersome issue and the "official" solution is to simply use the web plugin. The happy ending to all of this is that the web plugin is now more responsive and less buggy, so the product still remains somewhat useful, but I have the sneaking suspicion that it is only a matter of time before this goes down as well, at which point we will be at the mercy of a third party who can (hopefully) build some kind of unofficial program to work around the issue.The Android client currently still functions properly.
How to disable FRP on the HTC Desire 626s Browningate 2016-04-05 | If you're unlucky enough to both own this phone and be stuck with the infamous FRP problem, my apologies to you first of all. While I can't do anything about your device ownership, I can however offer some tips on how to completely eliminate the FRP problem and make life with the 626s suck a little bit less. It might even work with other HTC devices as well, so be sure to post your experiences in the comments section.Resources:[Updated 5/2/2015] XTC2 Software Mirror Link (version 1.19): https://mega.nz/#!00B31AaB!6bPkAv-aXn001Hxt7py25GG2OqeKgyJGmc_3KCUPPpkMirror Link (Version 1.19): https://mega.nz/#!bpVHnbBR!mMEFxtaUzHJPL2XSrHB5mjKFnIjpNUP23sU9vjAUyT4Addendum (5/5/2016): Updating past version 1.19 has been reported by some viewers to break the program, so it is recommended that you stick with version 1.19 for optimal results.ADB/Tethering driver - Included with the device (simply connect the 626s to your computer, wait for it to mount, then install the driver located in the driver folder on the device when it pops up under "my computer")3 Commands to copy and paste once USB debugging mode has been enabled: (credit: "djkid" on XDA DEVELOPERS [http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-626/general/exploit-to-bypass-frp-screen-accident-t3250378/post66211443#post66211443])devicesshell netcfgshell content insert --uri content://settings/secure --bind name:s:user_setup_complete --bind value:s:1(before you comment, no - that is not my phone and I was not the cause of its damage)
Xbox 360 VGA Cable + HP A7217A (Sony FW900) CRT Demonstration Browningate 2016-03-16 | A quick overview of the features offered by the Xbox 360 and its optional VGA cable, shown hooked up to a (rare) 22" HP/Sony Ultra-HD CRT monitor. Also includes discussion of other uses for the VGA cable on flatpanel HDTVs and monitors.For what it's worth, the OEM Microsoft branded VGA cable for the Xbox 360 is fantastic. Not only is it long enough for any setup, it also includes analog audio output leads and still has an optical audio output (same as on the equally-excellent component cable that the system used to come with). As I explain in the video, this is one of the reasons why the humble Xbox 360 is one of the best game consoles ever, at least from a technical and compatibility standpoint. While the PlayStation 3 has some limited support for VGA, only the Xbox 360 has the flexibility to support over a dozen different resolutions in at least four different aspect ratios (4:3, 16:9, 16:10, and 5:4). This feature alone means it'll work with just about any SD or HD television or monitor that you can plug it into, even the more obscure stuff.
Politically Incorrect Desk Tour 2016 Browningate 2016-02-26 | See how the rest of us get our work done in today's blue collar workspace tour - now updated for 2016 with new equipment!New Costs:$10 - Large Desk~$45 - ThinkPad T61p~$12 - 2504 Dock~$20 - Plugable UGA 2K-A DisplayLink Adapter$0 - Labtec LCS2414 speakers (already had)$0 - Monitor prop blocks (already had)Timecodes:00:30 - Part 1: Framework (Desk, shelving)01:40 - Part 2: The Human Interface (Chair)02:10 - Part 3: Computer07:33 - Part 4: Sights and Sounds (Monitors, speakers, microphone)12:25 - Part 5: Keyboard, Mouse and Surface ItemsCheck out last year's politically incorrect desk tour:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3QHzvHf6JgSee the new-for-2017 tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HokWB97g5qc
iMac Running Without an Internal Screen Browningate 2016-02-11 | Booting up an all-in-one desktop computer without the monitor installed.
Windows XP PosReady 2009 Review and Installation Walkthrough Browningate 2016-01-28 | If the lifting of Microsoft's blessing in April 2014 left you concerned about future installations of Windows XP, Redmond has an under-publicized alternative that you might really like. It's called PosReady 2009 - it's XP with a few tricks up its sleeve and it is covered in detail in today's video.Resources:Windows XP PosReady 2009 Microsoft-provided download link: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=11196Proper Product Key: KGRMV-TWG8H-43Y2K-7PJBC-PM4CBAnother Proper Key: XM633-9YG7Y-47JM6-4QMF8-XPKYGInformation on IDE-compatibility on SATA hard drives: http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c02961221Windows XP PosReady 2009 on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Embedded_Industry1-line registry tweak to get Windows updates for mainstream XP until 2019: http://betanews.com/2014/05/26/how-to-continue-getting-free-security-updates-for-windows-xp-until-2019/Because of the fact that one of the facets of "modern web design" now includes the senseless moving around of documents on the web, it is possible that some of these links may go bad. If this becomes the case, please leave a comment indicating so or send me a personal message, and I'll try to get it straightened out as quickly as possible. In the meantime, you may be able to use archive.org or a cleverly-crafted web search to find an updated version of the resource.Thanks for watching!
