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How to Transfer NSPs using Awoo Installer, an alternative to Goldleaf

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Awoo Installer is a great alternative to Goldleaf and one that has provided faster transfer speeds. As I occasionally require a manual transfer via USB to install my games in the past I have used Goldleaf. But I was recently recommended to check out Awoo Installer and I am glad that I did as the transfer speeds have been much better. If you are not satisfied with the speeds that you are receiving in Goldleaf you might want to give Awoo Installer a shot.

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By thegeekfix, 3 yearsJune 17, 2020 ago

Gaming

How to Set Up HBGShop in Tinfoil for the Nintendo Switch

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If you’re looking to set up HBGShop in Tinfoil it is pretty straightforward. In only a few steps you too can have access to the HBBShop via Tinfoil.

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By thegeekfix, 3 yearsJune 15, 2020 ago

Gaming

Nintendo Switch: Easily convert files from xci to nsp using 4nxci

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If you are looking to load .nsp files to your Nintendo Switch but they are currently formatted as .xci there is an easy to use tool to accomplish this. It’s called 4nxci and all it takes is a few clicks.

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By thegeekfix, 4 yearsJune 25, 2019 ago

Gaming

Which Oculus Quest storage option is right for you?

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The Oculus Quest was officially released today, and while you may have decided to buy it you’re a little unsure which storage size to get. After all there isn’t a microSD slot to increase the storage. But, if you’re like me you’re probably debating whether or not is it really worth the $100 to get double the storage size?

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By thegeekfix, 5 yearsMay 22, 2019 ago

Gaming

Must Have Free Games for New Oculus Rift Owners 2018

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Congratulations on your Oculus Rift purchase. Of course you want to dive into anything and everything VR has to offer. Here are some great VR experiences and best of all they are free.

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By thegeekfix, 6 yearsDecember 25, 2017 ago

Gaming

HTC Vive vs Oculus Rift, which one should you buy?

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As prices have come down quite a bit on VR headsets since initial release I thought I’d quickly do a comparison between both the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.

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By thegeekfix, 6 yearsDecember 24, 2017 ago

Gaming

Lenovo Explorer Mixed Reality Headset and Controller Issues

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How I fixed no video from the display and controllers not being picked up in Mixed Reality Portal. (more…)

By thegeekfix, 6 years ago

Gaming

EVGA Hybrid Kit Pump Buzzing Fix Alternative

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If you’ve upgraded to the EVGA Hybrid Kit and noticed that there is a buzzing sound there is a fix. For the simple fix that retains your warranty you might want to check out my previous post here which uses a 4 pin mini gpu adapter. If you are wanting to venture in to soldering your own fan wire like I did, although it voids the warranty, read on.

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By thegeekfix, 6 yearsSeptember 28, 2017 ago