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Complete Media Storage Story: Exploring SSD, SATA, M.2, and NVMe Drive Option

Get the lowdown on the latest storage options for your computer.

Beginner's Guide to Electronics Prototyping: Tips for Bringing Your Ideas to Life

Get started in prototyping with these top tips on how to make your vision a reality.

Top 4 State-of-the-Art Ways to Quick Charge Your Mobile Device | Stay Powered Anywhere

Check out these fantastic four state-of-the-art ways to charge your mobile device

Understanding Charging States with Smart Chargers

Smart Chargers have a pre-set charging cycle such as 3, 4 or 8 stages. The charging voltage and current is optimised in each stage to suit the type of battery being charged.

Understanding RMS: Exploring its Role in Audio Amplifiers and Mains Power

How is it that RMS is used to describe both audio output and mains power?

DIY Crystal Radio: Simple Electronics Project for Kids

Uncover the magic of radio technology by constructing a crystal radio, allowing you to tune in to radio broadcasts without batteries.

How to Set Up a 4K Casting Dongle

Put Mum in charge of the entertainment with a simple device that lets her mirror her phone's screen and audio on the TV.

Explore Jaycar Kit Back Catalogue for Unmissable Projects | Jaycar Electronics

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, try the Jaycar Kit Back Catalogue.

Design Your Ideal Portable Solar Power System | Jaycar Electronics

So you've always fancied yourself as a bit of an adventurer? Sure. As long as the adventure includes warm meals, hot showers, and a good entertainment system! When caravanning you might have some of those, but you'd need to find powered sites - until now...

DVR vs. NVR: Choosing the Right Video Surveillance System for Your Needs

Video surveillance has many applications in the home, office, industry and public venues. At the core of all video surveillance system is a central video controller that collects video streams from each camera and makes this available for live view or storage for later viewing.

Boomboxes Unleashed: Your Portable Music Powerhouse

Enhance public speaking skills, captivate audiences, and deliver impactful speeches using effective techniques for better engagement.

Understanding Curie Point Heat Technology: All You Need to Know

Conventional soldering stations normally use a feedback circuit mechanism to control the soldering iron tip temperature, whereas a ‘curie point’ temperature controlled soldering iron relies on the natural properties of the soldering iron material to maintain a constant controlled temperature level.

Unboxing Concord Security: A First Look at Cutting-Edge Safety Solutions

Stephen Fenech from Tech Guide walks through our new range of Concord of security camera systems.

Unraveling HDMI: It's Benefits and Uses

It's the most popular display connection format currently available, but do you know how it works... or even what it stands for?

3D Printers: What Are They & How Do They Work?

Learn everything you need to know about 3D printing, including what 3D printing is, and how it works.

The Science Behind Making a Potato Clock

Making a potato clock is a great way to discover the energy that's hiding in plain sight – and also ensure your kids are never late for school again!

DIY Security System Installation Guide

Whether you’ve recently moved into a new property or have noticed an increase in local break-ins, installing a security system should be at the top of your agenda. Frankly, building a DIY video surveillance setup is the most effective solution by far.

Just Ask Jaycar

Jaycar is the best kept secret beyond hobbyists & tech experts.

Jump Starters: Your Ultimate Guide

Rescue your vehicle from a sticky situation with a portable jump starter