Gaming Hardware Guides
Hardware guides for anything gaming related. Tutorials for game consoles, technology or anything to do with hardware will be in the list below. New guides will be added regularly.
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Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch is a groundbreaking hybrid gaming console, released by the renowned Japanese video game company, Nintendo, in March 2017. The console's innovative design allows users to seamlessly transition between a home gaming system and a portable handheld device, revolutionizing the gaming experience for millions of players. Featuring a 6.2-inch touchscreen and detachable Joy-Con controllers, the Switch offers a unique gaming experience that combines the best aspects of traditional…
PC
Gaming on Windows has always been the benchmark on how the ultimate gaming experience. While reaching the ultimate level comes with a hefty price tag, PC gaming offers the best visuals, performance, and catalog of games for those willing to pay for it. PC gaming is a lot different from game consoles. Since a PC is a multi-purpose device capable of doing a lot more than playing games, the operating…
PlayStation 5
The PlayStation 5, commonly abbreviated as PS5, is the latest gaming console released by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was launched in November 2020, following a much-anticipated release that had gamers all around the world eagerly awaiting its arrival. The console boasts impressive hardware specifications, including an eight-core AMD Zen 2 processor, 16 GB of GDDR6 memory, and a custom 825 GB solid-state drive. These specifications make the PS5 a powerhouse…
LATEST GUIDES
Steam Deck Battery Health Explained
A comprehensive long-term ownership guide explaining Steam Deck battery health, degradation, charge limits, docked use, storage, maintenance, replacement decisions, and the myths that cause unnecessary concern among owners. If you have owned a Steam Deck for a few years, there...
How to Enable 120Hz Output on PlayStation 5
120Hz output is one of the best display upgrades available on PlayStation 5, but it only works when the console, game, HDMI cable, and screen all support it. If one part of that chain is wrong, the PS5 may stay...
120Hz Mode on PlayStation 5: What It Does and When to Use It
120Hz mode on PlayStation 5 is often described as a simple upgrade, but it is really a chain of connected features. The console must output a high refresh rate signal, the display must accept it, and the game must include...
How to Make a PS5 Turn Your TV On Automatically
The PlayStation 5 can turn on many TVs automatically when the console powers up. This works through HDMI-CEC, which Sony labels as HDMI Device Link. When it is enabled, pressing the PS button on the controller or turning on the...
Setting Up PS5 Remote Play on an iPad
PS5 Remote Play lets you stream your console to an iPad so you can play away from the TV. It works best on a strong home network, but it can also be used remotely when the console and iPad have...
Setting Up PS5 Remote Play on an iPhone
PS5 Remote Play on iPhone lets you stream your PlayStation 5 to your phone and play without using the main TV. It is not a replacement for a direct console setup, but it is excellent for continuing a game from...
Setting Up PS5 Remote Play on a Windows Laptop or PC
PS5 Remote Play on Windows is useful when the main TV is unavailable or when you want to play from a desk setup. With the official PS Remote Play app, a compatible controller, and a reliable network, your PC or...
Setting Up PS5 Remote Play on an Android Tablet
PS5 Remote Play can turn an Android tablet into a portable screen for your PlayStation 5. It is especially useful around the house, where a larger tablet display and a paired controller can feel much closer to a compact gaming...
How to Turn Off a DualShock 4 Controller Connected by Bluetooth
When a DualShock 4 controller is connected to a phone, tablet, PC, or another Bluetooth device, it may not always power down in the same way it does on a PlayStation console. Leaving it connected can drain the battery, so...
Troubleshooting Vodafone Gigabox Router LAN Connection Drops
Ethernet should be the most stable way to connect a console, PC, or smart TV to a router. If a Vodafone Gigabox LAN connection keeps dropping, the cause is usually a weak cable, a faulty port, a power or firmware...