Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Budget USB Headset for Online Teaching | Rapoo H120

Price : P795.00 
Where to Buy : Octagon


Features

- USB output
- multi-function controller
- noise reducing adjustable microphone
- HD voice call
- shareable 3.5audio port



Pros:

Price: 
- works as good as other USB headset but cheaper.
Mic: 
-it does reduce noise in the background. I have no complaint from my students even though I'm using a noisy ceiling fan. 
- Just make sure to set your mic in a low setting and disable other mic from laptop or camera.
Hardware:
- one of the reasons I bought it is because of its leather ear cap. It will probably last longer than ear caps made of foam. 
- I take extra care by not using it when my hair is wet as much as possible. No peeling or whatever  so far. 

Cons:

- mute button is not user friendly. You can't tell if its on or off. I always have to look at the mic icon on my screen which is not useful because our platform is slow sometimes.
- Although it's comfortable and lightweight, I don't like the fit. I feel like its too wide maybe because of its bulky speakers.


I highly recommend this headset. I've been using this for more than two months, and I'm really satisfied. Ideal for teaching, but just like others it cannot totally cancel high pitch noise from roosters, barking dogs and crying babies. What I do is always apologize to my students to avoid complaints/bad ratings, it works most of the time. :))




Monday, March 2, 2020

DIY Cardboard Laptop Stand and How To Make It Hard Like Wood


Things needed :

For the Stand
1. Cardboard ( I used balikbayan box)
2. cutter/slicer (better the scissors) 
3. ruler
4. pen

For Hardening
1. PVA glue/ wood glue/elmers
2. brush
3. cup
4. spoon
5. water
6. newspaper

Procedure :

For the Stand


Step 1 : Draw a pattern. You may adjust the height according to your preferences. 
Step 2 : Cut it out using your cutter. 
Step 3 : Assemble the parts to make a stand. 

For Hardening


Step 1 : Mix glue and water. The ratio is 1:1. You may start with a little portion to avoid waste. 
Step 2 : Place your stand on the newspaper to avoid a mess. 
Step 3 : Apply the mixture on the top side. Let it dry. Then apply on the back side.
Step 4 : Make another mixture but this time, 2 parts of glue and 1 part of water
Step 5 : Apply the mix on the top side of the stand. Let it dry.
Step 6 : Apply another 1:1 mixture. Let it dry and enjoy your DIY stand.