Google Maps stopped being "just a map" the moment Gemini showed up
…Things like, “ Suggest a quiet café with good coffee and less crowd ,” or “ Find a place where I can work for two hours with good Wi-Fi .” The answers felt far more…
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Linux on the desktop isn't winning, but Linux on my handheld already has
…grams) Valve's upgraded Steam Deck features a larger OLED display with HDR support, faster Wi-Fi, and a bigger battery. Plus, this new model is slightly lighter, has slightly faster RAM…
The gaming industry's biggest lie is about what your setup needs — here's what actually matters
…well-built Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7 router from a reputable networking brand will usually outperform many gaming-branded alternatives without having to scream about esports optimization to anyone willing…
A $40 label maker and QR codes completely changed how I manage my home lab
…The NIIMBOT B1 uses Bluetooth and a companion smartphone app — not Wi-Fi, not a touchscreen, and not a desktop-only application. This app-centric model is both a strength (easy label…
Windows on Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme is finally what Arm laptops should have been
…SD 4.0 card reader Operating System Windows 11 Webcam FHD with IR Wi-Fi connectivity Wi-Fi 7 (tri-band) Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.4 Form factor Clamshell Dimensions 35.35 x…
Home Assistant's new infrared support turns your smart home into a universal remote
…This alone effectively transforms compatible IR transmitters into smart home controllers, utilizing another protocol to control various devices without clogging up the Wi-Fi network. Think those cool universal remotes that claim…
AMD's X3D CPUs aged so well that gamers won't upgrade, and that's a nightmare for AM5
…You're getting support for PCIe 5.0, faster DDR5 memory, USB 4, and even Wi-Fi 7 on newer boards. So, if you want your PC to feel future-proof, AM5…
I switched to Jellyfin, but Plex's one real advantage keeps pulling me back
…Jellyfin’s remote streams work great on a stable Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection. But they struggle with mobile connections. I can easily recognize network trouble when the quality drops, the stream…
My entire homelab runs on an 8-year-old laptop most people would throw away
…Uploads over Wi-Fi were fast; surprisingly, browsing the library on the app felt smooth. I didn’t use the ML features regularly, but they were there whenever I needed them. Nextcloud…
Windows handhelds are doomed because they require the same maintenance as a workstation
…This means it checks for Wi-Fi updates or processes telemetry right inside the case, which can first cause fundamental issues because it gets quite hot. Aside from this, it means that…