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Your next PC upgrade should probably be storage organization, not faster storage
When upgrading a PC, focusing on storage organization is more beneficial than simply seeking faster storage. Modern…
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6 underrated Apple CarPlay apps and widgets I use for a distraction-free drive
The article discusses six underrated Apple CarPlay apps and widgets that help create a distraction-free driving…
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Most people never check this one router setting, and it's why their internet feels slow
Many people experience slow internet without realizing that a simple router setting could be the cause. The quality of…
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I replaced Claude Design with this open-source tool, and I'm not paying for design software again
The article discusses the rising costs of AI tools, particularly highlighting the expensive subscription fees…
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You can now legally rip your Wii, GameCube, and Xbox games using a Blu-ray drive
A new firmware mod called OmniDrive allows users to legally rip games from various retro consoles using specific…
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DLAA is what I keep recommending over DLSS, but almost nobody uses it
The article discusses the advantages of DLAA over DLSS for gamers, particularly those using high-end GPUs. While DLSS…
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Most people stop at Pi-hole, but Unbound is the privacy upgrade your home network actually needs
Pi-hole is a popular choice for enhancing home network privacy by blocking ads. However, to further secure DNS…
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DriftGuard aims to make gamepad strick drift a thing of the past
DriftGuard is a new app that allows users to reprogram Xbox controller joysticks to eliminate stick drift issues. The…
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I built an app with Claude Design and Google Opal, and only one actually finished it
The article discusses the author's experience using Claude Design and Google Opal to build a bookmark triage tool.…
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Your SSD has a hidden lifespan counter, and most people ignore it until it's too late
Solid State Drives (SSDs) are often perceived as more reliable than traditional hard drives due to their lack of…
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After adding my entire Blu-ray library to Jellyfin, physical discs feel obsolete
The author reflects on digitizing their Blu-ray library using Jellyfin, leading to a sense of obsolescence for…
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You can build a Steam Machine right now, but Valve's optimization is the part worth waiting for
Valve's upcoming Steam Machine aims to compete with traditional gaming consoles by offering a powerful compact PC…
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Adobe Acrobat costs $15 a month, but BentoPDF does everything locally without a subscription
Adobe Acrobat offers a subscription service for $15 a month, which may not be suitable for all users. BentoPDF is…
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Home Assistant finally replaced Google Home when I stopped trusting the cloud with my smart home
The author transitioned from using Google Home to Home Assistant for managing their smart home. This change was…
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5 reasons I'm finally quitting OneNote – and what I'm replacing it with
The author has decided to quit using Microsoft OneNote in favor of UpNote due to several limitations. UpNote offers…
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VS Code is the best productivity app on my PC, and I barely use it for coding anymore
Visual Studio Code is often perceived solely as a coding tool, but its versatility extends beyond programming. The…
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My self-hosted LLMs are a lot more than just a chat replacement – here's how they boost my productivity
The article discusses the potential of self-hosted LLMs beyond simple chat functionalities. It highlights how these…
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Tailscale is the only home lab change I made this year that I actually noticed
Tailscale has significantly improved the author's home lab experience this year. Initially used for secure remote…
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I replaced Photoshop with this free browser tool, and its AI does what Adobe charges for
The article discusses the author's experience with Pixlr, a free browser-based image editing tool that has evolved…
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I discovered most of my HDMI 2.1 cables aren't certified, and it's shockingly common
A recent investigation revealed that many HDMI 2.1 cables are not certified, despite being marketed as such. The…
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Anthropic keeps taking features away from Claude Pro, and I'm running out of reasons to defend it
Anthropic has made significant changes to its Claude Pro subscription, leading to dissatisfaction among users. The…
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Someone turned their ESP32 CYD into an adorable ASCII aquarium, and so can you
A new project allows users to transform their CYD ESP32 touchscreen into an interactive ASCII aquarium. This project…
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Linux 7.2 is cutting support for a 35-year-old card's driver because people aren't using it anymore
Linux 7.2 is discontinuing support for the RC Systems DoubleTalk PC ISA speech synthesizer driver due to its lack of…
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Why buy a Stream Deck when you can build your own with this ESP32 project?
The article discusses the benefits of using a DIY ESP32 project to create a customizable Stream Deck. Originally…
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Your home server needs Ethernet, but not for the reason you think
Using Ethernet for your home server is essential for reliability rather than speed. While Wi-Fi 6 can handle…
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SSD caching on a NAS sounds clever, but it's the wrong upgrade for most workloads
SSD caching on a NAS is often recommended but may not be beneficial for most users. While it can theoretically enhance…
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I wiped my entire Obsidian vault, and I regret not doing it sooner
The author reflects on their experience of wiping their Obsidian vault, expressing regret for not doing it sooner.…
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4 lesser-known Android Auto apps that are surprisingly useful
The article discusses four lesser-known Android Auto apps that can enhance the driving experience. It highlights how…
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Asus solved WOLED's biggest weakness, and the price tag proves they actually did something different
Asus has introduced the ROG Strix XG27AQWMG, a 27-inch Tandem W-OLED monitor that addresses common issues associated…
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Claude Skills aren't prompts, and using them like one is costing you hours every week
The article discusses the common misconception that AI Skills are simply advanced prompts. It emphasizes that Skills…
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Your retro gaming setup is only as good as your CRT, and most people get this wrong
The article discusses the importance of choosing the right CRT for retro gaming setups. It emphasizes that not all…
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After moving to a NAS, I can't go back to cloud storage for anything important
The article discusses the author's transition from cloud storage to a Network Attached Storage (NAS) system. It…
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I ditched Plex for Jellyfin, and the migration took less time than I thought it would
The author transitioned from using Plex to Jellyfin for media management. The migration process was surprisingly quick…
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I've been shucking external hard drives for my NAS for three years, and it's saved me thousands
The author shares their experience of shucking external hard drives for their NAS over the past three years,…
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I found the best Home Assistant dashboard for my iPad
The article discusses the author's experience in finding an ideal Home Assistant dashboard for their iPad. After…
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Tailscale plus Pi-hole gives you DNS control that Apple and Google will never allow
Tailscale and Pi-hole can be combined to create a private DNS solution that offers users greater control over their…
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Forget PowerPoint and Google Slides, I use Claude Design to create presentations and it’s awesome
The article discusses the advantages of using Claude Design for creating presentations over traditional tools like…
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These metal washers are replacing smart home sensors, and they work without a single wire or battery
Researchers at Georgia Tech have developed a new type of sensor that could revolutionize smart home technology. These…
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USB4 is quietly replacing Thunderbolt, and your next motherboard will prove it
USB4 is gradually replacing Thunderbolt as the standard for high-performance connectivity in modern motherboards. This…
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Android Auto is better when you disable most of your smartphone features
Android Auto can enhance the driving experience when most smartphone features are disabled. By limiting functionality…
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4 Pixel AI features I miss every time I use another Android phone
The article discusses four AI features from Google's Pixel phones that the author misses when using other Android…
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An annoying Spotify CarPlay bug is causing the wrong song titles to be displayed
Spotify is experiencing a bug on CarPlay that causes incorrect song titles to be displayed and sometimes results in a…
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I stopped digging through storage boxes after deploying this self-hosted inventory tool
The article discusses the author's experience with managing a growing home lab and the challenges of keeping track of…
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Your router's parental controls are security theater, and here's the firewall rule that actually works
Modern parental controls on routers are ineffective and provide a false sense of security. They rely on outdated…
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Glance is a beautiful, self-hosted dashboard that I've already set as my web browser's home page
Glance is a customizable self-hosted dashboard that enhances the web browsing experience. It displays various useful…
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I ran Linux for two years without actually understanding it, and WSL2 made that possible
The article discusses the author's experience using WSL2 to run Linux without fully understanding it. WSL2 simplifies…
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I paid for Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity for a month but only one of them deserves my $20
The author tested three AI platforms—ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity—over a month to determine which one provided the…
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Most NAS owners waste their USB ports on external drives when they should be using them for this instead
Many NAS owners are misusing their USB ports by connecting external drives instead of utilizing them for more…
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I ditched PC Manager for Fluent Cleaner after it found more junk to remove
The article discusses the author's switch from PC Manager to Fluent Cleaner for system cleanup. Fluent Cleaner is…
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