After some success back in June using fans to cool extruded layers on my CupCake — in fact, right after that success — it slowed extruding and eventually stopped extruding altogether. This is the story of my life with the CupCake — a very brief success from time to time, but never persistent nor replicable. When I say stopped extruding, I mean the motor actually ground to a halt.
Our finding that the new iPad can heat up to as much as 116 degrees Fahrenheit when plugged in and continually running a game has prompted widespread coverage and comments, as well as questions from consumers on our blog post, Facebook page, and via Twitter. Here are answers to some of the most frequent queries so far: Just how hot is too hot for a tablet or laptop
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An early spring for much of North America means many of us can get a jump on outdoor spring projects, and giving your car a quick going over inside and out is a great place to start. In addition to improving its looks, a spring cleaning can help protect the finish, prevent rust, and add to resale value, in addition to making the inside a more pleasant place to be.
As we saw at CES , Sharp is looking to differentiate its 2012 TV lineup by focusing on larger-size sets: 20 Aquos-brand LCD TVs will have screens at least 60 inches. Sharp’s emphasize on ever-larger screen sizes is something of a gamble, especially in this economy.
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If you’re looking for a portable digital media player to enjoy your music and movies on the go, your choices aren’t limited to just an Apple iPod–or an even pricier devices such as a smart phone.
Apple’s new iPad has taken a fine product, the iPad 2, and made it notably better, according to preliminary tests today in our lab. This third-generation iPad is shaping up to be the best tablet we’ve ever tested, whether from Apple or any other manufacturer. As we reported earlier today, the third-generation iPad has a display that renders color and detail superbly, better even than its predecessor, whose display ranks among the best on the market.
Rebuilding the CupCake Extruder Heater (When It Wasn’t Very Broken)