Location
Rochester, New York
School
University At Buffalo
Expertise
Physical And Streaming Media, Retro Video Games, Cameras
- Shane has always been fascinated with how things work, tinkering with his electronics from an early age.
- Through his filmmaking studies and pursuit of it as a career, he has become well-acquainted with the ins and outs of cameras, sound equipment, editing bays, and more.
- He is particularly interested in the collection and preservation of physical media, becoming quite skilled in the maintenance of virtually all of its forms, in addition to equipment like VCRs, DVD players, and CRT TVs.
Experience
From a young age, Shane took a vested interest in the inner workings of virtually all pieces of technology (gaming consoles, televisions, film equipment, it didn't matter). He wanted to learn as much as he could and did so through a variety of hands-on tech and mechanical projects. While he has largely pursued these interests as hobbies, the knowledge he has acquired over the years has led him to SlashGear, where he's eager to discuss the ever-changing worlds of technology, animation, science, and more.
Education
Shane graduated magna cum laude from the University at Buffalo in 2021 with his bachelor's degree in film studies.
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People are complaining that every time they brake in their Jeep, an in-car pop-up ad is played. Stellantis is stating that it's a glitch, but is it really?
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Car insurance always costs a ton, but if you live in Cailfornia you're especially likely to feel the pain of trying to get it, and then pay for it. Here's why.
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Ryobi has battery-powered tools and portable appliances for almost any purpose, but the recent Facebook post featuring an 18V Ryobi air fryer was just a joke.
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Wondering how long it takes to fully charge Makita XGT and LXT batteries? Get the specifics on charge times for various models to keep your tools powered up.
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Thinking of using Rain-X on your house windows? Learn the pros, cons, and whether it’s a smart choice for home use.
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The Dodge Challenger Hellcat is an impressive car, but three specific model years have the dubious honor of being among the most stolen cars in the US.
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Milwaukee's tool lanyards are more than a piece of fabric to hold your devices. In fact, to protect your tools, they can hold more weight than you'd expect.
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Ever noticed the small triangle window in your car? Learn what it’s called and the surprising purpose it serves in vehicle design.
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Mud flaps on cars aren’t as common a sight as they once were. Here’s what you need to know about mud flaps and why you don’t see them as much anymore.
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Learn what sodium-ion batteries are, how they compare to lithium-ion, and whether they could become the future of energy storage.
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The Blackberry Storm found few fans when it launched, and even the benefit of nostalgia hasn't managed to improve its reputation.
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AWD vehicles keep you safe by preventing road slippage thanks to the use of all four tires, but there are some downsides to consider about the system.
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Amazon's Ring cameras were designed to be set up and operated via app, so you might expect them to need Wi-Fi to operate.
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Everybody likes a bargain, but is the 270-piece mechanics tool set as great value as it seems? We did the math to find out.
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That buzzing from power lines isn’t just in your head! Here’s why it happens and what’s done to keep it under control.
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Raymond DeWalt had already filed two patents for his workshop invention before the business had even been founded.
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Makita has a solid reputation when it comes to power tools, but does its prestige extend to leaf blowers?
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We've all heard about fighter jets deploying flares in the middle of a heated dog fight, but you'd to be surprised to learn just how important flares are.
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