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Proposed Q&A site for enthusiasts and users of electronic items (computers, mobile phones, batteries, etc.). Ask any question that relates to usage and features of consumer electronics.
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<comments removed> Comments are for quick announcements. If you have questions about this proposal, can you use "create new discussion" below? Thanks. – Robert Cartaino♦ Jun 20 '11 at 18:12

59 Example Questions (1 closed)

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BoseSoundlink speaker: how do I access its internals through the USB port, get undocumented button combinations and find out what they do?
added by ElHaix, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around May 29 '12 at 20:07
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What are some options in upgrading a Sony SZ laptop - changing the bottom form-factor w/ new mb's?
added by ElHaix Mar 10 '12 at 21:20
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How do I encode video so that it will work on DirecTV MediaShare?
added by Robert Louis Murphy May 8 '12 at 23:33
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I'm using: ffmpeg -i "path/to/source" -b:v 2400k -acodec mp3 -vcodec mpeg2video -threads 2 -f mpegts -target ntsc-dvd "path/to/destination.mpg" but the video that that generates has no audio when played on DirecTV devices. – Robert Louis Murphy May 8 '12 at 23:35
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Is there a way to prevent a child accidentally closing an app on a ___ tablet device?
added by Craig Young Jul 1 '12 at 17:11
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A similar question was closed as off-topic on SuperUser (superuser.com/q/441929/142759). Does it have a home here? – Craig Young Jul 1 '12 at 17:12
@CraigYoung, what OS is your tablet? (I can't open the question as it is removed) – Jack Nov 26 '12 at 6:10
@Jack It's just intended as a sample question for this SE proposal. It doesn't really matter what particular tablet. E.g. If the question is for iPad, then the answer could direct to new features of iOS 6. If the device is Android based, then the answers might reference a wider variety of third party apps. – Craig Young Jan 2 at 8:59
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My OBi110 is connected, has a dial-tone, and can dial out, but it can't receive calls. What steps should I take to debug the dial-in feature?
added by Ross Rogers Aug 22 '12 at 17:46
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What is the big deal with 2 factor authentication?
added by walrii Aug 31 '12 at 3:09
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What is a roku?
added by walrii Aug 31 '12 at 3:11
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Everyone says Bose Wave is overrated. What is a competing product with integrated speakers?
added by Full Decent Sep 10 '12 at 3:39
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Which is the best (price, durability, compactness, resolution etc.) pico projector for my mancave painted completely black with a white wall screen.
added by private Oct 16 '12 at 10:14
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I really like my Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones - what is the next model up, or when will the next model be coming out?
added by cwd Oct 31 '12 at 1:33
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Why does every single object (including big) in a 3D movie look so flat, although an entire scene is layered?
added by Stan Nov 1 '12 at 21:04
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What should I look for when purchasing a tablet?
added by Jack Nov 26 '12 at 6:08
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Can I stream video and music from my WD MyBook World to a PS3?
added by series0ne Dec 23 '12 at 23:15
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I'd like a 3DTV. Should I hold out for one that can switch polarization (and use cheap lightweight passive glasses), or is that tech politically dead?
added by Hugh Allen Jan 5 at 22:20
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There are 3D TVs on the market that use passive glasses but they sacrifice resolution (each scan line is a fixed polarization). – Hugh Allen Jan 5 at 22:22
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Does a Eneloop Charger that has a output of 560mA/h can charge 4 AA size 1900mAH rechargeable batteries in 2 hours consider a smart battery charger?
added by Jack Feb 6 at 2:26
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Is it advisable to leave the rechargeable battery inside the battery charger after charging has completed and the power plug was removed from socket?
added by Jack Feb 6 at 2:28
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Is it advisable to use rechargeable battery in devices that mention it only accepts LR6 (Alkaline) batteries?
added by Jack Feb 6 at 2:57
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Why will my iPhone USB power supply not charge a PS3 controller, when it will charge my Kindle.
added by Pete Feb 17 at 17:18
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Where can I find a 850/1900 version of the Nokia 1200 or 1280? I find only 900/1800 editions.
added by gerrit Mar 9 at 11:33
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