Why Is My Monitor Not Detecting My Computer?

How to Fix Laptop Not Detecting Monitor

A common problem I face with my laptop and monitor is that all of a sudden, my monitor fails to detect my laptop. I have a small work space, so I need to switch back and forth between my two work laptops and my personal laptops. This particular issue happens only with my personal laptop.

There is an easy fix for this, which only applies when you have checked everything else and can’t find any other problem. For example, you checked your connections, your dongle or hub is not overheated, your HDMI cable is working properly, and so on.

This issue happens to me every two to three weeks and here is my fix, which is super simple.

First, turn off your monitor, unplug it from the power outlet, then unplug your power input cable from the monitor as well. Turn off your laptop or computer. Wait for one minute. Then start connecting power to the monitor, turn it on, and turn on your laptop or computer.

This sounds too good to be true, but this works for me most of the time and my monitor starts working again. I believe the reason behind this is that when you unplug, keep your monitor off for one minute and restart, it registers a new session and recognises the laptop.

If the above solution does not work, that means the problem lies somewhere else. For example, in the past my dongle got burnt and I had to change to a new dongle to make my monitor work again.

Best Free Video Editing Software - VideoProc Vlogger Review

VideoProc Vlogger | Is This the Best Free Video Editing Software?

While I was editing on DaVinci Resolve, I had to search for a feature. That’s how I accidentally came across a free software VideoProc Vlogger. I had never heard of this free editing software before and got curious after checking their website.

The VideoProc Vlogger website mentions so many features, including rendering in 4K without any watermark, that I thought it sounded too good to be true and I’d better check this out.

Instead of installing and trying it on my own, I decided to make a video recording my full experience. I expected nothing from this software because it was free, but I was shocked to see it had so many features – all for free. I took me some time to believe it that it was really free, but once I exported my first video I believed.

One of the features VideoProc Vlogger mentions is that it is very low on computer resources and can run on low-spec or computers with very little RAM. My current laptop is very high on RAM (32 GB), so it doesn’t matter. But this feature would come in handy when I install it on my Microsoft Surface Go 3 tablet laptop.

I am planning to buy Go 3 for travel purposes and because it’s low RAM, it won’t run a video editor like DaVinci Resolve. So VideoProc Vlogger will definitely come in handy in those scenarios.

My first-time experience with VideoProc Vlogger is in this video: Best Free Video Editing Software Depending on what type of response I get, I may do some more tutorial videos on VideoProc Vlogger in the future.

BOYA Miniature Condenser Smartphone Microphone Review

BOYA BY-M110 Omnidirectional 3.5mm TRRS Microphone

If you record videos on your smartphone, wind noise can be a nuisance. I was looking for a small smartphone mic that is easy to use and carry. Then I came across the BOYA BY-M110 smartphone mic.

The BOYA BY-M110 smartphone mic is a miniature omnidirectional 3.5mm TRRS for smartphone. It can also be used with a laptop, tablet and anything else with TRRS connectivity.

Weighing only 0.3 Ounces, this tiny microphone won’t add any extra weight. BOYA provided one wind muff made of foam. This is OK, but won’t prevent wind noise on a windy day. I was able to attach an additional DeadCat windshield and it reduced wind noise significantly. 

Another feature I like is that it has a 180° Rotating Head, so you can change the direction of the mic according to your needs.

I paid about $30 CAD, which is not bad. I noticed on Amazon a very similar-looking mic, the BOYA A7H, selling for $8.95. I was not sure what the differences are and didn’t want to take a chance buying the cheaper one.

My phone has a 3.5mm audio input. Newer phones are getting rid of the 3.5mm input. If your phone only has a USB C, you need to buy a different version like the BOYA BY-M100UC ($39.95) or the BOYA BY-P4U ($32). Again, I was not quite sure what are the differences are between these two.

Overall, I am happy with the purchase. This is not a paid or affiliated review. I purchased it with my own money. I have a YouTube review of the BOYA BY-M110 omnidirectional 3.5mm TRRS Microphone.

What Gifts to Give Men For This Holiday Season | Best Christmas Gifts For Men

3 Best Double Edge Safety Razor Gifts for This Holiday (Christmas) Season | Best Men’s Gifts

What are the top best 3 safety razor gifts for men this Christmas or holiday season? Today, I will talk about the three best DE Razors you can give as a gift and won’t break the bank.

My recommendations are based on my personal experiences and these are not any affiliates or paid suggestions to make any sort of commission. You can rest assured that my reviews are unbiased and honest.

Muhle R89 Double Edge Safety Razor

The Muhle R89 is a closed-comb, German-made safety razor to give the best shave experience for both newbies and pros. Quality is what you will notice right away when you hold this razor. It features chrome-plated brass with a knurling handle that provides non-slip grip.

The price range is $50 CAD to $100 CAD. I noticed the Muhle costs less on other online retailers than Amazon, so check first before buying.

Edwin Jagger R86/R89 Double Edge Safety Razor

You will see the similarities with the Muhle R89 right away. This is not an accident. Edwin Jagger is made in England and they have a joint venture with Muhle, so some of their razor heads are identical.

This is another quality product and will provide a very similar shaving experience to the Muhle R89. The difference between the Edwin Jagger R86 and the R89 is the R89 has a rubberized handle and the R89 has a chrome handle.

Price range is $50 CAD to $60 and usually Amazon sells it at competitive prices.

Merkur 34C Double Edge Safety Razor

This is one of the most popular razors of all time and another quality razor made in Germany. Unlike the 2 razors above which are 3 pieces, the Merkur 34C is a two-piece razor.

The price range is $50 CAD to $60 and usually Amazon sells it at competitive prices.

I was very brief in this article. However, I have a video where you will visualize everything I wrote for better understanding. Link is Here:

Why You Should Not Buy Any Zhiyun Gimbal

My Zhiyun Smooth 5 Gimbal Broke After 7 Months

Two gimbals from Zhiyun ended up stopped working after a few months. This doesn’t look like a coincidence and that’s prompted me to write about my experiences, so you don’t waste your money like me.

My first Zhiyun gimbal was the Zhiyun Smooth Q3. I purchased it in August 2021 and it didn’t even last a year. The problem was that it was having difficulty balancing and was unusable, as videos were too shaky.

I didn’t feel too bad wasting $100, but I also didn’t take any lesson from this and purchased a more expensive model from the same manufacturer.

I bought the Zhiyun Smooth 5 in February 2022. At $235, it was expensive, bulky and wouldn’t fit in my bag, even after folding it. But I didn’t mind these issues because it was performing well. I was happy with the product.

But then, after only 7 months, history repeats itself. My Zhiyun Smooth 5 became unusable, as it couldn’t balance my phone anymore. I have a lighter, smaller phone and it was even having difficulty making the video quality smooth.

It’s not like it stopped working totally. My Zhiyun Smooth 5 worked, but unable to do its job properly. I became so upset that I didn’t want to bother calling customer support and wasting my time.

I am a content creator, so I need a gimbal that functions right away and I decided to buy a newly-released DJI OSMO Mobile 6.

If you are planning to purchase any Zhiyun gimbal at any point in the future, think twice before spending any money; it might save you a couple of hundred dollars and lots of hassle.