Tech Tips
Plain-English advice from Nathan on Wi-Fi, TVs, streaming, smart homes and staying safe online.
All tech tips
Mounting a TV over a fireplace
Thinking about putting the TV over the fireplace? Viewing height, heat, brick and stone, hiding the cords, and what it costs in Lubbock.
Read more →
3 quick fixes for slow Wi-Fi
Restart it the right way, move the router and fix dead spots. Three simple Wi-Fi fixes that solve most slow internet problems at home.
Read more →
Choosing a video doorbell
Ring, Nest or Blink? Battery or wired? What to know before you buy a video doorbell, and what a professional install includes in Lubbock.
Read more →
Roku, Fire TV or Apple TV: which one?
Standing in the electronics aisle trying to pick a streaming device? Here's the short version of Roku vs. Fire TV vs. Apple TV, and how to choose for your home.
Read more →
Daylight Saving Time tech checklist
Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 1. Most devices update on their own, but these smart home gadgets and schedules are worth a quick check.
Read more →
Make your TV menus easier to read
Small menu text and quiet dialogue are common frustrations. Here are the TV accessibility settings that help, and where to find them.
Read more →
What size TV is right for your room?
How far you sit decides how big your TV should be. A simple size chart, how high to mount it, and what to know about fireplaces and 90-inch TVs.
Read more →
Tech gifts: what to do before you wrap them
Tablets, smart speakers, streaming devices and new phones make great gifts. Here's how to make sure they work on day one, especially for a parent or grandparent.
Read more →
Why is my Wi-Fi slow in some rooms?
Dead zones and slow Wi-Fi are common in Lubbock's brick homes. Here's why it happens and what actually fixes it.
Read more →
Cut cable and keep your local channels
Thinking about cutting cable? Here's how Lubbock households keep local news and sports with streaming services or a simple antenna.
Read more →
5 scams targeting seniors
Tech support pop-ups, gift card demands and 'grandparent' calls. Learn the warning signs of common scams and what to do.
Read more →
6 things to check before mounting a TV
Wall type, viewing height, fireplaces, cables and outlets — what to think about before you put a TV on the wall.
Read more →Have a tech question? Just ask.
Free consultations & estimates · Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 10–5