The best robots you can build yourself
It was only a few years ago that robots were mainly found in factories. Today they are becoming an ever-increasing presence in the home. They are helpful but also a lot of fun – especially if you build them yourself.
How to protect your devices against power surges and overvoltage
Power surges (during lightning storms, for example) can be very damaging for devices left plugged in, even if they’re switched off. Here, we’ll show you how to make sure you have the right overvoltage protection. What is overvoltage? The term “overvoltage” means a voltage in an electrical system which is so high it exceeds the […]
MicroSD cards: sizes and speeds at a glance
Compact storage solutions are now essential for our tech. Mobile phone, tablet or digital camera: almost every device takes SD cards. As the amount of data people use every day increases, memory cards have become increasingly smaller and cheaper to cope with the demand for storage. MicroSD (Micro Secure Digital) cards are only the size […]
Our guide to electric insect repellents
Unfortunately, mosquitos and other bugs are as fond of the summer sun as we are. Depending on where you live, you may have to deal with the increased presence of insects until the end of October. But how can you protect yourself against them, and which electric insect repellents are worth investing in? Here, we […]
Travel tech: 2017‘s best holiday gadgets
Whether it’s a city break, a long-distance holiday or a family road trip, luggage needs careful consideration to make sure we have room for our favourite gadgets and home comforts. From powerbanks to adaptor plugs, here’s a round up of our favourite accessories for this year. Necessary travel tools Recent research has shown the top […]
High-res audio – what is it and when is worthwhile for you?
High-res audio promises great sound quality at home and on the road, but what is really behind the new technology and when is the investment worthwhile for you? In this article, we’ll guide you on the differences between this and traditional music, which devices can play the new format and where you can buy the […]
Planning makes all the difference
Whether it is a brand new building or a refurbishment, it‘s important to plan the electrical installations to the individual habits and requirements of the respective occupants. Asking some simple questions at the beginning avoids any overloading of circuits with multiple high-performance electrical appliances, or an increased use of connector strips. Things to think about […]
LED for any purpose – optimal and energy-efficient light installations for workspaces
A guide to the possibilities, plus tips when buying It is fundamental your working environment is lit correctly for safe, easy working, whether in workshops or industrial areas, as well as in the office, as the eye takes most of the strain during office work. Productivity is directly influenced by light, as poor lighting is […]
Raspberry Pi for beginners – getting started
A mini-computer at an affordable price with numerous applications. With the Raspberry Pi you can create your own electronics projects and experiments. Whether you want to control a robot, build an internet radio or design your own smart home system, the Raspberry Pi is ideal for this. It is usually controlled with Python, an easy-to-read, […]
Effective intrusion protection: Windows and doors as weak points
The great weakness of houses and flats are usually poorly secured windows and doors. With most burglaries, the back of the building is the point of attack, but often also other windows, doors, cellar doors and cellar windows. For information on how you can better protect your house at these points, see our guide.
