Computers

Use BlackBerry as Modem to connect internet in your PC / Laptop

BlackBerries are usually much more than a mobile device. However, what most people don’t know is that most BlackBerry handsets can act as Internet Modem allowing us to use the BlackBerry Internet connectivity to browse Internet from our PC or Laptop.

Well, this guide is for those who don’t know about it and would like to try the same.

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Laptop Power Saving Tips

Power Saving on Laptops will be really tough for the novice. But for a freak, it’sn’t tough at all. See some of the following tips & tricks that might come very useful to you.

  1. Reduce the brightness of the screen to the minimal level in viewing comfort
  2. Switch off Bluetooth. Many isn’t actually using Bluetooth much. Deactivate Wireless Connection when NOT in use.
  3. Avoid Power intensive tasks like Playing of Video, Music or running a CD/DVD
  4. Keep the sounds audible but as low as possible
  5. Close all running application and processes that is not being used (Start -> Run -> taskmgr or Ctrl+Alt+Del or Ctrl+Shift+Esc)
  6. Switch to Portable/Laptop or Max Battery profile using the Windows Power Management settings (Start -> Control Panel -> Power Options)

And there is one more automated solution in a form of Software is available which is highly reliable one

Dachshund Software’s Battery Doubler 1.2.1

The same company also offers another famous Product named Hare 1.5.1. This product helps you to greatly improve the Performance of your Laptop.

Go on, have maximum fun at your Lappy!