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Reminder: Your phone can do a lot of things, but it doesn’t know how to swim. It needs a life jacket. Our smartphones endure a lot during the day. We take them out in the pouring rain. They’re close by our side while we’re sipping on our morning coffee. Liquid is always nearby, and a […]

If you’re wanting to stream content with a device such as Apple TV for example, but you do not have a flat screen TV, there’s a gadget that you might be interested in. The HDMI to RCA composite enables users to stream with the old style television. Yes, Apple fans can watch Apple TV with […]

Electricity By State Report August 2014

By State, August 2014 and 2013 (Cents per Kilowatthour) State….. 2014….. 2013 New England…..18.02…..16.27 Connecticut…..19.67…..17.57 Maine…..15.35…..14.37 Massachusetts…..17.69…..15.90 New Hampshire…..17.18…..15.93 Rhode Island…..18.38…..15.73 Vermont…..17.87…..17.08 Middle Atlantic…..16.59…..16.32 New Jersey…..16.00…..16.23 New York…..19.49…..19.15 Pennsylvania…..13.91…..13.25 East North Central…..13.08…..12.37 Illinois…..11.95…..10.31 Indiana…..11.56…..11.06 Michigan…..14.88…..14.98 Ohio…..13.50…..12.72 Wisconsin…..14.26…..14.41 West North Central…..12.48…..12.25 Iowa…..13.42…..12.40 Kansas…..12.74…..12.06 Minnesota…..12.85…..12.74 Missouri…..12.17…..12.30 Nebraska…..12.06…..11.93 North Dakota…..10.94…..10.87 South Dakota…..11.42…..11.35 South Atlantic…..12.12…..11.76 Delaware…..14.12…..12.67 District of Columbia…..12.66…..12.98 […]

Roku Remote Won’t Work

My new Roku media player arrived in the mail and I was in a state of bliss. Finally, another electronic gadget to render the man cave complete. You know the routine. Unbox. Never read instructions. High expectations. No patience. Internet TV not happening this time. Ouch. Roku remote control won’t work I guess. Now I […]

Outdoor HDTV Antenna Guide

Outdoor Antennas Range Description Winegard HD9095P 85 UHF | $76.37 Antennacraft MXU59 80+ UHF | $63.26 Winegard HD-9032 80 UHF | $51.99 Terrestrial Digital DB8 70+ UHF | $86.99 ClearStream4 65+ UHF | $129.97 Winegard HD7694P 50 VHF, UHF | $59.92 RCA ANT751 40 VHF, UHF | $45.74 * Range is indicated in miles. Long […]

Do you want your old car to run like a new one? I have a quick tip that will cost you very little and will certainly make your engine run smoother.  If your car matters to you, then try this! I’m speaking of a gas additive—Sea Foam SF-16 Motor Treatment – 16 oz.—to put in […]

How To Save On The Electric Bill

I’ve heard of several ways to save on the electric bill. Some methods work, some don’t, and some are just too boring to even consider. After watching and listening to this valuable tip on a DIY video, I was very impressed. This is a quick way to save on electricity with little effort. Today’s water […]

Reminder: Check Water Meter For Leaks

For those that live in a dwelling and are responsible for monthly water usage, then you are well aware of the water bill. The average water bill is reasonable and it rarely fluctuates. If you have an unusually high utility bill, there may be a water leak. Reminder to self: Check water meter for leaks […]

The Extended Double Zepp (EDZ) Antenna 20 Meters Leg: 44 feet          Leg: 44 feet [————————————]       [————————————] |       | |       | |       | |       | Stub: 9 feet 6 inches (450 Ohm Ladder Line) |      | |      | |      | Coax to transmitter (50 Ohm any length) It’s Time To Install The 20 Meter EDZ […]

I have a 32-inch Samsung flat screen TV that plays well and has great color in the picture. The speakers in the television are adequate but I want a little more audio. I just like the big sound, something more of a studio quality. This is my first LED TV so I’m getting used to […]

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