Greenify is an app for rooted Android phones that will cause any named application to hibernate when it is no longer in the foreground. An app can remain running in the background on Android devices even after you think you’ve exited it. That’s all well and and good when the […]
Apple
How to replace and calibrate your new Macbook battery
Last week I bought a new Macbook battery from the Apple Store to replace the slightly aged one that came with the machine. I’m travelling shortly and I need enough juice to play MAME and Doom do some work while I sit in airports waiting for connecting flights. Late last […]
Apple
How much of your Macbook's battery is gone for good?
Rechargeable batteries start deteriorating from the moment they are manufactured. I’ve noticed my Canon 20D’s batteries don’t last quite as long as they did 2 years ago. AA and AAA batteries seem to be even worse. As I’m heading to San Francisco in July I’ll be doing a lot of […]
Photography
Do and don't battery table
Do and don’t battery table – great article explaining how to get the most out of your NiCD, NiMH, Li-ion, and lead-acid batteries. I wonder how many people maintain their car batteries correctly? Apply topping charge every 6 months. Occasional discharge/ charge may improve performance.