Posts under ‘adaptors’

Can I use any kinds universal adapter with a macbook air?

I have a universal adaptor tumi and am wondering if they would have a plug for the macbook air. since it has the magnetic connection i thought it might not

Can any lens adaptor work to get my lensbaby on to a canon t1i/500D?

A friend just gave me an older version of a lensbaby, and she used it on her nikon camera. i have a canon 500D/t1i, and the lens does not fit; so is there a specific adaptor that I need to buy to get the lens to screw on or can any adaptor work?

AC/DC Power adaptor?

I bought a new mp3 player. It came with a 5volt AC charger. the power input on the back says 5Volts DC. MY machinre is not working, is this why? yes, there is a difference between ac and dc current. ac can charge batteries, but not power dc equipment

How to Avoid Electronic Mishaps With the Use of Plug Adapters

When you are dealing with devices that feed on electrical power, then you should use only products that are verified to be safe. that is why you should make sure that your plug adapter is the right one to be used for your power cord, otherwise you will risk your product’s functioning as well as [...]

Me on design: 14/Feb/2010 Apple computer power adaptor

Power adaptors always don’t look like they are designed by designers, they are always black and heavy and considerably big. Nobody cares about a well designed power adaptor but a badly designed one can be annoying. The one Microsoft use for their XBOX 360 for instance.Clearly, in California, Jonathan Ive’s team decided they want their [...]

NOTEBOOK BATTERY. EMERGENCy… :(?

Hi. I've been using Averatec 4200 series for only 6 months and the battery only goes up until 50%. whenever I fully charge at night, it goes up to only 50%. When I use the AC adaptor with the battery in the notebook, it only goes up to 50%. What should I do? I mean, [...]

How do I know if my monitor is going bad or if it is a graphic card?

My monitor is a 20" ViewSonic Graphic Series G810 bought in 2001. I have noticed lately that it will pinch or shift images on the screen. I have adjusted all of the settings in the monitor menu. That did not help. Everything seems to be at the correct settings. it doesn't matter what program I [...]

Travel Alarm Clocks Wake You Up Like Clockwork

Trying to get away from it all without sleeping through it all? Travel alarm clocks are just the thing you need to get you wherever and whenever on time. Whether it’s an old friend’s wedding, a business conference, an important lecture, or an international flight that you just can’t afford to miss, don’t leave home [...]

UK to New Zealand Power Adaptor – ok to buy cheap one?

Does it matter what power adpator you buy? for instance a cheap one like this – cgi.ebay.co.uk/3-X-POWER-ADAPTOR-UK-AUSTRALIA-NEW-ZEALAND-JAPAN-/320548349396?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_TravelTickets_Accessories_RL&hash=item4aa22ba5d4 or this one which is maybe better? – cgi.ebay.co.uk/UK-America-Australia-N-Z-Travel-Adaptor-Plug-/260616646411?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_TravelTickets_Accessories_RL&hash=item3cadf66f0b That's a plug (not power) adaptor and it won't matter how cheap it is; it should work perfectly as its a very simple thing. All it does is allow [...]

TomTom: Adapters should be arriving in the country very soon

Free iPhone 4 adapter MIA You may remember a couple of months ago TomTom launched a page on their site where you could order an iPhone 4 adapter for your TomTom Car kit. well, after much waiting it would seem they are on their way! I don’t know about you but I have had a [...]