Christopher Burke

Most video game consoles don’t power off like they once did. The earliest versions typically had power buttons somewhere on top to turn them off completely. Today things are much different. Putting your Xbox in rest mode instead of powering it off completely after gaming allows for more functionality but also uses more power. Keeping […]

New Xbox consoles typically come with an internal memory of between 500 GB t0 1 TB. At first, this seems like enormous storage, but it’s not when it fast fills up with a few games. Getting more storage on an Xbox One is easy. All you have to do is plug in an external hard […]

An Xbox Live gold subscription is a necessary evil for most Xbox owners. This online service allows you to play online games for a monthly fee. Although you get additional benefits like free games, its price tag can quickly add up when combined with other services. So, it’s understandable you may want to cancel your […]

New Xbox consoles come with standard wireless controllers. Right out of the box, you can pair the controller by hitting the Xbox button. If you’re buying your first Xbox, you will need to know how to pair a new controller. The Xbox One and Xbox Series consoles use the same controllers, meaning you can swap […]

With advancements in TV technology coming very rapidly, it can be hard to keep up with the latest craze. Add in some creative marketing that designates new terms for existing technology, and you can quickly become lost in a sea of confusion. Just one example of that is HDR Plus and Quantum HDR technology. Both […]

An Xbox gift card is a fantastic gift for anyone with an Xbox console. It offers limitless opportunities to buy games. What’s great about a gift card is you can choose any game you want. You don’t have to find the perfect game to buy. If you have a gift card but don’t know how […]

Unfortunately, Xbox has never released a handheld console. This presents a problem for Xbox users who would like to play on the go. Unlike Sony and Nintendo, who cater to the handheld market, Xbox has largely stuck with home consoles. But with changes in mobile phone technology, it is now possible to play Xbox games […]

Nintendo Accounts are a little strange because Nintendo did not set them up like those on Xbox and PlayStation. It is actually impossible to un-link a Nintendo Account from a Nintendo Switch. The reason is that they actually paired the Nintendo Account with a user account rather than with the console itself. This is an […]

If you’ve looked at your Nintendo Switch console carefully, then you may have noticed the USB-C port on the underside. One of the first thoughts that comes to mind when seeing this is that you can plug the Switch into a computer. Unfortunately, it doesn’t offer as much as you may think because this port […]

It’s pretty normal to reset a Nintendo Switch console. People do it for a couple of reasons. The most common is to speed things up and bring a console back to its factory settings. You’ll likely do this when you run out of storage or want to return the console to the default settings. There […]

When it comes to gaming, there’s nothing more realistic than using a high-quality racing wheel. Some of the most popular options on the market are Logitech’s G29 vs. G920 wheels. Both of these have been around for a little while now, and these are the latest in Logitech’s long line of higher-end racing wheels. If […]

There are two main manufacturers that dominate the video game racing wheel market: Thrustmaster vs. Logitech. Both make some of the best and most affordable racing wheels you can buy. However, the companies offer vastly different products, which really cater to different markets. With that said, Thrustmaster and Logitech are both far from the most […]

Motion controls are an integral part of the Nintendo Switch gaming experience. Nintendo has been pushing hard for motion controls ever since the Nintendo Wii came out, which almost entirely relied on user motion. Many players do not want to get up and dance around just to play a video game and would rather use […]

The Nintendo Switch has had another landmark month for game sales. Despite being over five years old, the console is still one of the hottest toys and tech devices on the market. Going into the 2022 holiday season, there are a couple of new titles you will probably want to get familiar with. This includes […]

Connecting the Nintendo Switch console to a TV can be a little confusing. Unlike traditional video game consoles – handheld or designed for home use – the Switch works either way. This is similar to how PlayStation Portable could connect to the TV. But things are slightly different as the Switch has a dock for […]

Modern game consoles allow you to screen-record video footage and even take screenshots of gameplay. This is useful when sharing gameplay on social media or YouTube. Additionally, it’s great if you want to show off to your friends. If you’ve gamed on Xbox or PlayStation consoles, you may be familiar with their wide range of […]

Charging Nintendo Switch controllers is a lot easier than you might think. While some controllers require batteries, like the Xbox’s, the Nintendo Switch’s controllers have built-in batteries. The good thing about that is you don’t need to worry about spending money on batteries, but the controllers can also charge while being used. If you have […]

Charging the Nintendo Switch isn’t very complicated, but there are a few different ways to go about it, depending on what model you have. Additionally, you will want to make sure that the controllers are also charging when the console is plugged in. While it is fantastic that the Switch is a portable console, it […]

As a gamer, it is always fun to look at the sales charts to see what others are being drawn toward. Not only is it great to find out what people enjoy, but it also helps to determine what to play next. December’s Nintendo eShop charts for Switch is just one of the many ways […]

There are so many different types of TV technology, and it can be difficult to keep up with the latest innovations. But as usual, Samsung and LG are leading the pack with their S95C QD-OLED and C3 OLED TVs. If you didn’t notice it in the title, Samsung is back in the OLED business after […]

TV technology is progressing rapidly, which means it can be hard to keep all the differences straight. In addition to standard TVs, we now have high-end laser projectors which offer a similar experience to traditional televisions. Samsung’s The Premiere is a great laser projector that has gotten a lot of notoriety, but many are wondering […]

The last few years have been pretty slow for new game launches. The COVID-19 pandemic shut down many game studios for extended periods, delaying new releases. However, that seems to be changing. Numerous trailers spanning genres, such as sci-fi, fantasy and horror, launched at the game awards in 2022. It is also nice to see […]

Over a dozen cars start with the letter E. Throw in vehicles available internationally and those no longer in production, and you could easily be looking at hundreds. However, we’ve narrowed down a list of 10 cars that start with E that we feel are the most iconic and important. To keep things simple, we’ve […]

If you’ve been shopping around for a new electric mower, then you’ve probably come across the Hart 40V and Ryobi 40V. Both are excellent choices that offer very comparable specs. However, their prices are a little different, and there are a few other variations that you may have missed. Both mowers are solid options, but […]