Jim Martin

Jim Martin

Jim is Features Editor of PC Advisor and has been reviewing PC hardware and software since web pages played annoying MIDI music. An unashamed geek, Jim freely admits that he owns too many gadgets. A recent convert to Apple, Jim is rarely seen without his iPhone, but he stopped short of ditching Windows 7 for Mac OS. When not writing about the latest technological marvel, Jim can be found attempting to brew his own beer in his garden shed or watching action movies at unhealthy volumes.

 

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Articles by Jim Martin


Features: 
How to turn off 3G and mobile data on an iPhone

Leaving 3G and mobile data enabled on your iPhone means you might go over your data limit. We explain how to turn off 3G and data, and disable…

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How to play YouTube in the background on iPhone and iPad in iOS6

In iOS 6, you can't play audio from YouTube videos in the background using the YouTube app. It is possible though. Here's how to listen to YouTube…

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How to watermark batches of images for free without Photoshop

Not everyone owns a copy of Photoshop, or Photoshop Elements, so here's how to add a watermark to batches of photos using the free uMark Lite…

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House of Marley Chant Bluetooth review: a portable wireless speaker for eco-warriors

This lightweight Bluetooth speaker also doubles as a speakerphone and is designed to live in its carry case. Here's our House of Marley Chant review.

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i-box Twist review: an inexpensive portable Bluetooth speaker that packs a punch

Wireless speakers are being launched at a rate of knots currently, and new British manufacturer i-box is no exception. Here's our review of the…

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Best PC tricks and pranks to play on your friends, family and colleagues

Everyone like to have a laugh and there's plenty of amusement to be had messing around with other people's PCs or laptops. Here are 10 harmless…

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Best cases and covers for the new iPad: protect your tablet in style

We've rounded up a huge selection of 32 cases for the new iPad that should suit all tastes, needs and budgets. UPDATED: 09th May 2013.

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How to set up a new PC: a beginner's guide

We explain step by step how to attach cables to your new PC and monitor

Review: 
Nike+ Fuelband review: a motivational activity tracker

This activity tracker records your movements and estimates how far you walk, how many calories you burn and lets you compete with your mates.…

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How to set a song on your iPhone as a ringtone

Bored of the standard iPhone ringtones and text message alerts? We explain how to turn any song you own into a tone on your iPhone. It's easy and…

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Comments by Jim Martin


Features: 
How to set an MP3 as a ringtone on an iPhone

Make sure your sync options are set correctly. You might not have ticked the tones that you want to sync. If everything is done correctly, the…

Features: 
How to set an MP3 as a ringtone on an iPhone

Yes - and I should have put this in the tutorial. By default, Windows hides file extensions for 'known' file types. To display extensions, follow…

Features: 
How to set an MP3 as a ringtone on an iPhone

Which version of iTunes are you running?

Features: 
How to set an MP3 as a ringtone on an iPhone

Where do we promise that you can do it without a PC? You must be making that up...

Review: 
RunKeeper Pro Review

You can run anywhere - it will track your movements using GPS and then give you data when you're finished.

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Create a group of contacts on your iPhone 5

It's a very good question, and unfortunately one with an answer you won't want to hear: you can't send emails to groups within the Mail app. It…

Review: 
Archos 80 Titanium tablet review

In fact, now you mention it, we did have a few problems with the Wi-Fi signal when trying to record the video review for this tablet as our studio…

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Nike+ Fuelband vs Fitbit One comparison review

In fact, there are companies [US-based BodyMedia for one] already producing 'disposable' activity trackers which are stuck to a patient's arm for…

Review: 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 review

Review now updated to the full review. For some reason not all of it went up originally. Apologies for the mistake.

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BlackBerry Z10 vs Apple iPhone 5 comparison review

Feel free to disagree, but if you're going to post, then you might want to back your comments up with at least a few facts.