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by Steven Esposito · Posted
One of the most essential components of any computer system is its storage device. Whether you are a business professional, artist, editor, or even a gamer, you need room to save your digital library of games and media. But which option is best suited for your demands, a Solid-State Drive (SSD) or a
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When shopping around for a new computer, you may be tempted to look at Apple's hardware, and you'd be right to indulge your curiosity, especially if you are a creative professional. Whether you are eyeing a MacBook Pro or even one of the Mac Studios, you are going to be hit with a slew of options. These add a cost to your system, but this increase in resources could be worth it. So, today we are going to look at Apple's upgrade path, what it means to you, and why you should consider investing in it.
Apple MacBook Pro and Apple Mac Studio
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Traveling with your computer can be a hassle. Whether you are working off-site, on a photoshoot in a park, or even gaming with some friends, there are a few things you should have that will make your journey easier. So, if you are a creator on the go, a daily commuter, or somewhere in between, we have some ideas on what you should bring with you while you’re out and about.
Daily Commuter
If you’re a user who is just going into the office and coming home, chances are you want a loadout that is lightweight and compact. Picking a laptop has a
by Steven Esposito · Posted
For ages, designers of all specialties drafted their designs on desktop systems. As those careers became more mobile, designers needed something powerful and agile, so they drifted toward gaming laptops due to their technical prowess. Now, workstation laptops have taken the market by storm. But how are they different than the gaming laptops people have been buying this entire time? Let's delve into it!
Gaming computers are known for housing powerful components that go beyond what traditional business and everyday laptops use. Aside from
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Whether you are a creative designer, animator, business professional, or a gaming enthusiast, there comes a time when you need to reassess the capabilities of your computer. From general performance issues to new technologies that could streamline your processes, you might wonder if (and when) your system is worth upgrading. Luckily, we can answer that for you.
Before we get into it, we must note that there are different types of people who upgrade at different
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
For many musicians, nothing beats the fun and artistic enjoyment of capturing sounds and creating beats on a standalone sampler. Not only can a sampler help you manifest your musical ideas, it can also provide the inspiration and impetus you need to create tracks you never before thought were possible. To help you find the best standalone sampler for your needs and personal budget, we've put together a list of some of our favorite compact sampling/composition tools and
by Cris Silvestri · Posted
Things change so quickly in the tech space that even professionals sometimes find themselves stymied by the incessant and confusing terminology surrounding certain protocols (like the ones we're going to discuss today - Thunderbolt and USB). I remember the days of 8-track tapes, but I also remember when tapes were surpassed by CDs, and CDs were surpassed by MP3s, and now how MP3s are being taken over by streaming music sources. Thinking back on those days, I was constantly barraged by new terms every day that made it difficult to slog through