Arol Wright

Caracas

Freelance Writer at Freelance

Tech journalist| News/Feature Writer at How-To Geek

not really on twitter these days ✍️: @HowToGeek Venezuelan-American

Articles

This Custom Mini Computer Has a Raspberry Pi And a Tiny CRT

3 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

A custom-built portable cyberdeck computer uses a vintage Sony Watchman CRT TV connected to a Raspberry Pi. The computer has a retro aesthetic, runs off a battery pack, and can function like a regular PC with a Linux-based OS. While not practical for daily use, this unique project showcases the possibility of creating small, conversation-starting custom computers. Everyone loves tiny computers, but tiny custom computers are always a feat.
MSI Thinks You Need This 600Hz Monitor

3 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

MSI unveiled a 600Hz monitor, but it's likely a marketing gimmick with limited practical value. The difference between refresh rates beyond 360Hz is imperceptible for most users. Most games won't even run at 600 frames per second, making this monitor unnecessary for the majority. High refresh rate monitors are cool. But there's a very fine line between cool and outright gimmicky.
This eReader Is the Size of a Phone, and It's on Sale

3 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

This ereader is roughly the size of your smartphone, making for a great option for reading your favorite e-books in a portable, pocketable package. Expand Collapse eReaders tend to be on the bigger side, resembling the size of tablets. After all, you want something that's roughly the size of a book. But what if you want something a little bit more pocketable? This eReader might be a good choice, and right now, it has a neat discount attached to it.
LG's Pro Display XDR Killer Is The Best Monitor You Can't Buy

3 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

LG released a 5K2K monitor with Thunderbolt 5 starting at $4,999, competing with the Apple Pro Display XDR. The monitor has a 40-inch curved IPS Black panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, Picture-in-Picture & Picture-by-Picture features. Connectivity includes Thunderbolt 5, USB-C, USB-A ports, HDMI inputs, DisplayPort 2.1 and RJ45 Ethernet port, acting as a built-in USB hub.
T-Mobile Celebrates 9 Years Of Tuesdays With Free Food, $5 Movie Tickets, Giveaways, And More

3 weeks ago | tmo.report | Arol Wright

T-Mobile Tuesdays is turning nine this week!T-Mobile’s rewards program has given us some insane merch and perks over the years, from food to wearables and everything in between—all of which you can claim for no extra cost if you’re a T-Mobile customer. Now, the company is celebrating the birthday with some extra perks. T-Mobile has announced a series of celebratory benefits for Tuesdays users starting on June 3rd.
Your Next PC Will Have Better USB-C Support

3 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

New Windows 11 PCs must have certified USB-C ports with Full Power Delivery or DisplayPort capabilities. USB-C ports on certified PCs need to support power delivery for accessories and displays up to 2 monitors. This change ensures all laptops running Windows 11 24H2 version support fast charging and external displays. USB in general has historically always been hit or miss.
This Cool 2-in-1 USB Cable Is Pretty Nice, And It's Less Than $20

3 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

This Anker cable has two USB-C connectors, allowing you to charge two devices at the same time. And it allows for a decently high 140W max output, so it should be able to fast charge both devices just fine. Expand Collapse You've heard of multi-port charging bricks, but have you ever heard of 2-in-1 USB-C cables? It's quite the concept, and it might just be what you need—and right now, you can grab a really good one for pretty cheap.
Microsoft's Notepad Is Finally Getting Rich Text Formatting

4 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

Notepad now supports rich text formatting, including Markdown, making it more modern. Users can toggle between Markdown view and raw syntax view, with an option to disable all formatting. The new features are beneficial for some, but controversial for those who prefer Notepad's simplicity. Notepad has been around for decades, but Microsoft only really started "upgrading" the app with Windows 11. It looks, and feels, much more modern now.
Grab This 4-Port Charging Brick For Less Than $80 Right Now

4 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

This Anker 4-port charger has a maximum output of 140W, making it a great choice for charging multiple devices at once, including laptops and smartphones. Expand Collapse Regular charging bricks are good, but sometimes, you can find yourself a bit limited in terms of outlets. Or maybe you're carrying too much tech around and you need to charge everything at once. Multi-port charging bricks are a nice option, and you can get one at a considerable discount right now.
This Anker Dock Has Thunderbolt 4 And It's Currently Almost $70 Off

4 weeks ago | howtogeek.com | Arol Wright

This Anker dock has a whopping 14 ports and supports Thunderbolt 4, which means it will let you drive up to one 8K display off your laptop or computer. A pretty neat choice if you happen to need lots of ports. Expand Collapse We recently showcased Anker's latest Thunderbolt 5 port, which is currently discounted, but the thing is, not everyone has the latest Thunderbolt tech available.