Rafael Motamayor
Location
Stavanger, Norway
School
University Of Stavanger
Expertise
Streaming Services, Physical Media, Gaming Consoles
- Rafael is a former news editor with experience working with the all-mighty social media algorithms.
- He proudly owned a Palm Pilot years before his classmates even owned cellphones.
- He is also an entertainment critic who has attended every major film festival.
Experience
Rafael Motamayor is an avid collector of physical media and gaming consoles. His work can be seen on /Film, Vulture, IGN, Polygon, IndieWire, and more.
Education
Rafael has bachelor's and master's degrees in journalism and documentary production from the University of Stavanger, Norway.
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Stories By Rafael Motamayor
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Harbor Freight carries several tool brands at a variety of price points, but one brand you won't find on its shelves is Makita Tools. Why is that?
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If you're not a OneDrive user, you may not want the app or its services on your Windows computer. We break down how to go about disabling and removing it.
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In these days of accelerated global weather changes, it would be nice to be able to rely on your iPhone's Weather app. But those changes make it difficult.
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If you've shopped for external storage, you might have come across IronKey flash drives. They cost a lot more, but what makes them so special?
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If you're thinking of buying a new phone with the resell value in mind, here's how the iPhone and Galaxy S/Z series stack up to each other.
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Thanks to Apple silicon, the iPad Pro is a workhorse, and you can take full advantage of it with the Apple Pencil. Here are five iPad apps built for the duo.
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If you have ever been surfing the web only to be stopped by an Error 403: Forbidden, chances are it's not your fault, but we have some suggestions to fix it.
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If you're looking to build a retro gaming rig based on a Raspberry Pi, you need to make sure you choose the best one. Here are some tips to get you started.
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It's a myth that you can see the Great Wall of China from space but there are some manmade objects that can be. Here are some of the most surprising.
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For some time, changing your PlayStation Network ID wasn't possible, but now it is and there is a way you can do it but it will cost you $9.99 each time.
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Google has rolled out the Android 14 upgrade and users will be excited to find that there is also a new Hidden Easter Egg game and here's how to find it.
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Are you getting all the power from your computer's CPU that was advertised? Before you go shopping, check your current processor speed using a simple procedure.
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The newest Windows 11 rollout from Microsoft has AI-powered Copilot, but there are reasons you might want to disable it and here's how you to do it.
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Windows 11 Copilot can be a great help when you're navigating various Windows products and services. Here's what it can do and where you'll find it.
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Even if you don't own an Xbox or a Samsung TV, gamers can use their Fire TV stick to play Xbox Game Pass games by using this integrated browser.
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Ducatis are known to be a premium motorcycle in the industry, known to cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. But are all Ducati bikes that expensive?
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Rather than buy an expensive arcade cabinet that only plays one game, it makes a lot of sense to make your own cabinet that can play dozens.
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NASCAR is one of the most exciting sports, and if you have the need for speed, we have a few suggestions for you to pick up some races for free.
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Perhaps you don't want to use a full size TV to play some Nintendo Switch games, but the Switch's screen is too small. An iPad may suffice, sort of.
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Major League Soccer (MLS) is gaining popularity in the U.S., especially with Lionel Messi joining the league. Here are a few ways to stream games for free.
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You might think it's very unlikely that a jet would land on the wrong aircraft carrier, and it is. When it happens, there's a specific punishment prescribed.
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Nuclear and Thermonuclear weapons are similar in how they function, but one packs a much bigger punch than the other. We explain the differences for you.
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The Nintendo Switch is closing in on the PlayStation 2 to become the all-time leader in gaming consoles, but there are some roadblocks it will need to overcome.
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If you're looking to expand your Steam Deck's storage, whether through a microSD card or a full-on SSD replacement, there are plenty of great options.
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If you want a custom ringtone for your Android device, we've got a guide on exactly how to do it right here.