What's the Resolution and Refresh Rate of Your Eyes?
Do human eyes have a resolution and refresh rate? Exactly how many FPS can we really see? Do these questions even make sense?
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How do Chip Cards Work?
EMV chip cards are touted as being safer than old-school magnetic stripe cards - but are they really? And how do they work, anyway?
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Raspberry Pi as Fast As Possible
The Raspberry Pi is a computer not much bigger than a credit card that's been used for all sorts of cool projects! So what can it do? Thanks to Braintree for supporting our channel.
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How do Screen Privacy Filters Work?
How can privacy filters keep the contents of your screen hidden from prying eyes?
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Why is it Difficult to Copy Money and IDs?
Counterfeiting has been around since time immemorial, but modern tech has made it more difficult than ever...
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Why Don't Multiple GPUs Scale Properly?
Multi-GPU setups like SLI and CrossFire can deliver performance you just can't get with a single card, but two GPUs doesn't always mean twice the framerate...
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Volts, Amps, and Watts Explained
What's the difference between a volt, amp, and watt? Why is your power bill in kilowatt-hours and your battery bank in milliamp-hours? Why are there so many units?!
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Systems on a Chip (SOCs) as Fast As Possible
Being able to fit components other than just a CPU onto one chip has enabled huge advancements in mobile tech! Learn all about how it works in this episode.
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Why Don't We Have Fusion Power?
Fusion power has long been touted as a solution to our growing energy needs - so why isn't it a reality (yet)? TunnelBear message: TunnelBear is the easy-to-use VPN app for mobile and desktop.
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How Do Vector Graphics Work?
Vector graphics allow you to rescale images to any size without losing quality! How does that work? Thanks to Pearl Auto for supporting Tech Quickie.
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How Does Region Locking Work?
Region locking - when a stream or disc only works in a certain part of the world - is super-common and super-annoying. Why and how is it implemented? Thanks to Audible for supporting our channel.
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iOS 10 as Fast As Possible
What's new in iOS 10 from Apple? Which devices does it support, and is it worth getting excited over?
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Why Don't Games Look Like Their Trailers?
Ever notice how games often look stunning in trailers but end up being disappointing when it's time to play? Why is that?
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iPhone 7 as Fast As Possible
What's special about the new iPhone 7, and what's the deal with that missing headphone jack? Thanks to Braintree for supporting our channel.
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What is an API? (Application Programming Interface)
APIs do lots of important tasks behind the scenes in everything from graphics rendering to booking flights. But what exactly are they, and how do they work?
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Custom PC Water Cooling as Fast As Possible
Installing a custom water loop in your PC can seem intimidating, but is a great way to get maximum performance and aesthetic pizzazz. Here's how to get started!
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Android 7.0 Nougat as Fast As Possible
Android 7.0 Nougat has a ton of new features that could make it the creamy, satisfying center of your mobile device.
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Electromagnets - How Do They Work?
Don't talk to a scientist - let Linus tell you how electromagnets work and why they're crucial in tons of different applications, from transportation to hard drives!
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How Do RAM Drives Work?
RAM drives are insanely fast, but are they a worthwhile project?
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What Battery Bank Should You Buy?
With so many choices out there to keep your phone battery from dying, how should you go about picking one? Thanks to Audible for supporting our channel.
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Windows 10 Anniversary Update Explained
What new features did Microsoft include with the Windows 10 Anniversary Update? Hint: it's a lot more than just security patches.
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Amateur Radio (Ham Radio) as Fast As Possible
Despite the growth of the Internet, ham radio is still a popular hobby. How does it work, and how is it still relevant in the digital era?
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History of Computer Power Supplies
Power supplies are often an easily-forgotten component of a computer build, but they've actually changed quite a bit over the years. Thanks to Braintree for supporting our channel.
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What are Optical Key Switches?
The optical switch is a relatively new type of keyboard switch that promises faster response times than ever before. How do they work, and what else can they do?
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Interlaced vs. Progressive Scan - 1080i vs. 1080p
What's the difference between 1080i and 1080p? Does it actually matter? TunnelBear message: TunnelBear is the easy-to-use VPN app for mobile and desktop.
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Do You Need Windows Pro?
Professional versions of Windows have long commanded price premiums, but are they worth the extra cost?
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Touchscreen Glass as Fast As Possible
How is touchscreen glass on our mobile devices toughened to the point where it can survive daily wear and tear without being super-heavy?
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How Do PCBs Work?
How are PCBs made, how do they make modern electronics possible, and is it ever OK to drill through them to mount a cooler...?
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How to Choose a Headphone Amp and DAC
High-end headphones are great, but often need an amplifier to sound their best. How should you pick one, and is getting a separate DAC a good idea? Freshbooks message: Head over to freshbooks.
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