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    Phone options for replacing 160GB iPod Classic?

    I'd like to be able to store all of my music (~150GB) on my phone, but as far as I can tell my only option is to wait for Apple to (hopefully) expand the storage capacity on the iPhone 7 since the 6s are limited to 128GB. Is it likely for them to do so? I know if you look at the history of...
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    Using unsecured Wi-Fi for long-term use?

    I just moved into a new apartment and someone in the building has an unsecured connection which I’ve been using with no issues (except slower speed) since I moved in a couple days ago. I’m wondering what risks I would be taking if I was to use this connection instead of just setting up my own...
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    Lenovo Y480 laptop constantly losing WiFi connection

    This! UPDATE, problem solved: Seems to be working fine after manually downloading the latest WiFi driver directly from Intel's site as opposed to using the auto-update feature through Windows, which falsely stated it was updated when it wasn't (I realized it said the "latest" drivers were...
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    Lenovo Y480 laptop constantly losing WiFi connection

    Windows 8.1, everything's updated including the latest drivers. For awhile it was happening 1-2x per day, but now it's happening constantly, to the point where I almost can't even use the internet. I've called Lenovo tech support and after installing some updates and basic troubleshooting they...
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    Thinking of making the big switch (PC-->Mac), have some unanswered questions

    I realized recently I've been dealing with the same issues since Windows 95, and Windows 8 has been the nail in the coffin for me. Forgive me if these are obvious questions. 1) Will there be a significantly less number of random freeze-ups, slowdowns, and error messages that I am constantly...
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    Losing my smartphone virginity - T-Mobile, Virgin, Boost, or MetroPCS?

    With my employer discount I can get the $70/mo 4G unlimited everything T-Mo plan for ~$65 after taxes. OR I can go with one of the prepaid companies and pay $40-50/mo where they give you very limited 4G and is dropped down to 3G after a low data point is reached. I don't plan on heavy internet...
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    NVidia 3D Vision 2 w/ laptop switching video cards

    I have a Lenovo Y480 laptop which switches between its Intel onboard video card and NVidia 650M when it needs the extra power. I'm trying to use an NVidia 3D Vision 2 kit along with my 120hz monitor (Acer GD235HZbid) to play Diablo 3 but can't get it to work because according to NVidia, the...
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    Blank screen at startup?

    I'm an idiot. Turns out it was the USB receiver for my wireless headset.
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    Blank screen at startup?

    I've been getting this screen when I turn on my computer, it lasts for 2-5 min before Windows starts up. Is this a sign of hard drive failure?
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    Playing Diablo 3 in 3D?

    This isn't possible on an AMD card? The comp I'm using (temporarily) for D3 has one.
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    Playing Diablo 3 in 3D?

    Edit what registry, and how would I go about doing that?
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    Combining cell phone with VOIP?

    Porting your # with Google Voice costs $20 and cancels your cell phone service. They have some sort of mobile integration with Sprint but I don't have Sprint. Is my best option making a new # with GV and then changing my mobile # to match it?
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    Playing Diablo 3 in 3D?

    I've read that playing the game in 3D is amazing and I'd like to try it out but don't want to shell out $500 for a 120Hz monitor + NVIDIA 3D Vision 2 before testing it out first. The local PC bangs don't have 3D kits and I don't know anyone personally who has it so I'm all out of ideas. I go...
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    Combining cell phone with VOIP?

    Here's what I'm looking to do, not sure if it's possible: Have it set up so whenever someone calls my cell phone it rings on my cell and on my computer, and I can answer and make calls from both using the same number. Is it possible to do this, preferably for free?
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    Subwoofer/amplifier combo - sub not working

    It is supposed to come with a remote, but the guy I bought it from didn't include it. Girlfriend tried calling the manufacturer today to see if I could order the remote...line's been disconnected :(
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    Subwoofer/amplifier combo - sub not working

    Yeah, when I plug them into the PC inputs it doesn't work. Occasionally I get some crackle sounds, would that have anything to do with how it's hooked up? Is there anything I should worry about having it hooked up like this? Here's a pic if my previous description was a bit confusing:
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    Subwoofer/amplifier combo - sub not working

    Thank you for this suggestion!! I picked up one of the cables today at Technomart and it's working now. Now I have the audio cable coming from my laptop with the Y-connector to add an extra male connection. It seems like such a strange design that it would require something like that. Has...
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    Subwoofer/amplifier combo - sub not working

    It's a Korean model very similar to this one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220605 It doesn't have multi-channel. I'll see if I can find the cable you're talking about. How exactly should I have it hooked up?
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    Subwoofer/amplifier combo - sub not working

    I thought I was already using an RCA splitter, can you show me a pic of what you're talking about and how I would use it? How do I determine if I have a multi channel out on my laptop? All I know is I have Realtek High Definition Audio.
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    Subwoofer/amplifier combo - sub not working

    I took the cable from the iPod from the AUX and plugged it into the INPUT front right and left speaker inputs, where it also works. When I try plugging the red or white plugs from the FRONT-R or FRONT-L into the BASS input the subwoofer starts working, not just for bass but also has sound...
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    Subwoofer/amplifier combo - sub not working

    Right now I'm just testing it out with my laptop connected through the AUX output. I am getting sound from the speakers that are connected to it but getting nothing from the subwoofer itself. I tried different cable connections and playing around with the bass adjustment on the front but I'm...
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    Finally gave in and switched to Chrome...missing these Firefox features

    The speed of Chrome is amazing so I'm sticking with it, and I'm wondering if it's possible to get the "Top 12" or the "search box" features of Firefox on Chrome: http://i.imgur.com/r0Wmw.jpg
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    FS: Various Computer Parts (Circa 2005-6) CHEAP!

    I can part things out but would strongly prefer to sell everything together. Shipping prices will be as close to possible to the actual cost. Local pick-up preferred (Livermore, CA). Email ([email protected]) or call/text me (Jeff) @ 646-265-3044 100% positive feedback on heatware under...
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    Asus Laptop (Win 7 Pro) Getting BSOD Constantly

    Problem solved. Turns out it was the WiFi adapter. Updated the driver on it, no more BSOD :)
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    Asus Laptop (Win 7 Pro) Getting BSOD Constantly

    OK, so disregard my previous message about updating the sound drivers having fixed the issue. It didn't. I realized that when I closed a lot of my Firefox tabs and only had several running instead of the 10-12 I usually have up it seems to crash less if at all, even when playing video. I thought...
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    Asus Laptop (Win 7 Pro) Getting BSOD Constantly

    Updated the sound card drivers and that seems to have done the trick, at least for now...
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    Asus Laptop (Win 7 Pro) Getting BSOD Constantly

    I first had this issue a few days after I bought the laptop (used) a couple weeks ago. It started to happen more and more, but after downloading some Windows updates it went away for about a week up until today, went it started going crazy on me. About five times so far today when I trying to...
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    Mods, please delete.

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    Safe to delete these files off my new laptop?

    I have no idea what the purpose of these text files is, nor the "G60J_WIN7.10" or "RECOVERY.DAT". Are these safe to delete?
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    Why doesn't DVI come standard on laptops?

    Is HDMI standard on most monitors now? It's been awhile since I've bought one new. My laptop only has one HDMI port and I was planning on using it to hook up to my TV, but I guess I could use a splitter.
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    Why doesn't DVI come standard on laptops?

    I've been wondering this for a long time. I've bought two high-end ASUS gaming laptops over the past couple years and neither of them have DVI. A couple of my friends also have high-end laptops from other manufacturers without DVI. How is it that in 2010/2011 laptops are still being manufactured...
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    Just reformatted...why are my programs still on the computer?

    OK, what the hell. It seems to be working fine now for no apparent reason. Yesterday after multiple reboots it kept giving me the same problem shown in the screenshot. This is why I hate computers.
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    Just reformatted...why are my programs still on the computer?

    Done. Now I've got a new problem. After the reformat, I let it install some updates and restart, and now I've got nothing except this screen: Where do I go from here?
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    Just reformatted...why are my programs still on the computer?

    I'm getting ready to sell my desktop so I want all of my data off of the computer. I just did a fresh install of windows and it looks like a lot of my program files are still installed. I deleted the Windows.old folder using Disk Cleanup, is there an easy way to remove all of the non-necessary...
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    New laptop...is combining my 2 hard drives in RAID a bad idea?

    I just got a new ASUS laptop and it's got the 2 separate 500GB drives. I would strongly prefer to have it formatted as just one single 1TB drive. From the research I've done so far, I've learned some people have said this is a bad idea for various reasons, whether it's a possibility of a crash...
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