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How to Choose the Right Gaming Console for You

By Elvis De Leon

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NOTE: This article only covers the general features and purposes of popular gaming consoles; It is NOT an in-depth look at its core capabilities. Are you a casual gamer, or more of a hardcore enthusiast? What is the meaning of a great gaming ... more »

How to Clean an Old Game Cartridge

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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You still have your old computer gaming system, it still works and you still want to play your old games. But your old game cartridges have seen better days and need a good cleaning to play properly. Here's how to shine them like new... more »

How to Clean Dirt From a Digital SLR Camera Lens

By Doodlebugs

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Many owners of new digital SLR cameras don't know how to properly clean the lens without damaging it. Today's lenses have optical coatings that are easy to damage so you must be careful... more »

How to Clean Minerals

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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You may have found the latest addition to your mineral collection in a field, mine or quarry. It will most certainly need to be cleaned in order to preserve it and prevent it from tainting the rest of your collection. With the right tools and the ... more »

How to Collect Annalee Dolls

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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If you find the charm of Annalee Dolls irresistible, indulge in a collection. Collecting these American-made dolls can bring years of joy to your home, building memories for your children and grandchildren. The Mobilitee dolls are moderately ... more »

How to Collect Elvis Memorabilia

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Elvis lives in the hearts, minds and homes of many die-hard fans. If you can't get enough of him, the time has come to hone your skills and learn how to collect Elvis memorabilia. By following a few simple tips, you can get you on your way to ... more »

How to Collect Geocoins

By myvirtual

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You will learn how to select a coin, where to buy or find them. What average prices are and more... more »

How to Collect Gund Stuffed Animals

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Gund has been making stuffed animals since 1898. Today this manufacturer is well known around the world for their high quality standards. Collectors are drawn by the sweet faces on these stuffed animals as well as the company's good reputation. ... more »

How to Collect Nascar Cards

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Rabid NASCAR fans can collect hundreds of cards depicting their favorite drivers, and the collections are portable and take up a relatively small amount of space. Like other collectors' items, however, premium NASCAR cards can be expensive and ... more »

How to Collect Phone Cards

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Once a phone card is used, many people simply throw it out. However, phone cards are the perfect collector's item. This is because many are unique with fun designs printed on them. A phone card collection is easy to start and won't cost you much ... more »

How to Collect Presidential Campaign Buttons

By George Sommers

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There's no time like a presidential election for starting a campaign button collection! Learn how to find campaign paraphernalia both topical and vintage --- and how to pick out rare and potentially valuable items... more »

How to Collect Toys

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Many people that collect toys started their toy collections without even realizing it. It can start when they clean out their attic and find a treasured childhood toy. Others may simply buy a miniature car model, a tiny replica of a car they ... more »

How to Compete in Airgun Shooting Events

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Airgun shooting is big with gun enthusiasts who like a safe way to target practice and enjoy gun events and competitions. Whereas the laws in many states are complicated when it comes to standard gun ownership, airgun ownership is hassle-free. ... more »

How to Complete 100% of Gran Turismo 4

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Gran Turismo 4 is currently the latest and deepest game offered in the famed series of Play Station driving simulators. Unlike its predecessor, Gran Turismo 4 offers hundreds of cars and almost as many tracks from which to choose, offering a rich ... more »

How to Complete the Backwater Station Mission in StarCraft

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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If you’re new to the game or are playing the single-player campaign for the first time, this will be the first mission that is likely to give you any trouble. Up until now, StarCraft has just been a cakewalk to get you used to the game, but now ... more »

How to Complete the Chase in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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Your first mission for Ricardo Diaz is harder than it looks. “Go and tail the thief," he says. Sure, that sounds easy. What he fails to mention is that the thief shoots at you, runs you across a rooftop and takes you on a merry chase through the ... more »

How to Conquer Final Fantasy X the Easy Way: Around Besaid

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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Continuing our series on how to make your life in Final Fantasy X easy, we pick up with Besaid Island... more »

How to Conquer Final Fantasy X the Easy Way: Spherimorph and the Crawler

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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Picking up our easy walkthrough of Final Fantasy X, we find ourselves in Macalania Woods... more »

How to Convert Kelvin to Fahrenheit or Celsius

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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There are three commonly used temperature scales: Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin. The Fahrenheit and Celsius scales were developed according to the freezing and boiling temperatures of water. The Kelvin scale expands the Celsius scale to include ... more »

How to Convert Standard King Size Sheets to fit a California King Bed

By mistymq

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Whether you are having trouble finding California King (Western) sheets or just can’t afford them when you do find them, converting standard king size sheets could be the answer to your dilemma. It’s a relatively easy process and the results ... more »

How to Cope With World of Warcraft Maintenance Day

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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World of Warcraft, or WoW, applies hotfixes and updates its servers on a weekly and monthly basis. Despite the inconvenience to its player base, these updates ensure server stability and expanded content, such as holiday festivals. Therefore, ... more »

How to Cover a Mint Tin With Polymer Clay

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Polymer clay comes in different colors and patterns. It's chief chemical component is polyvinyl chloride, better known as PVC. The clay mixes colors well and is used like ordinary clay. Covering a mint tin takes little time and is a great starter ... more »

How to Create a 3D Space Picture

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Most kids run across the need to create a 3D model of space for school before they get out of middle school. Most parents get roped into assisting with these projects. If you're like me, you want all the help that you can get being smarter than ... more »

How to Create a Character for Rock Band Game

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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One of the more amusing things you can do in Rock Band is to create your own character, your own rock star. Rock Band offers a huge amount of characters with their own personalities that you can then personalize further with clothes, hair and ... more »

How to Create a Frugal Scrapbook Layout

By danahinders

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Scrapbooking is often considered an expensive hobby, but you don't need to spend a small fortune to create beautiful layouts for your album... more »