This often-overlooked Pixel sensor is way more useful than I expected
…for some reason, despite updating the app, sideloading a newer APK, and ensuring my phone is 100% up to date. This is a relatively common issue , even in the US, and I…
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My home server now hosts my entire ebook collection, and this free container makes managing everything painless
…There’s Jellyfin (and Plex too, I guess) for my TV shows and movies, while RomM organizes my collection of retro game files and Immich takes care of all the images I…
The Steam Controller has a hidden Wilhelm scream, and people are dropping it on purpose
…After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to technician for all computer issues, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill…
Switching to Ethernet everywhere made my home network feel finished in a way wireless still rarely does
…He's covered everything from Apple to apps and crowdfunding and loves getting to the bottom of complicated topics. In that time, he's also written for SlashGear and numerous corporate clients…
Linux is the best way to run Android apps on your PC, and it's not close
…Related I turned my Steam Deck into an Android TV with Waydroid You can use your Steam Deck for way more than gaming. App compatibility also seems pretty solid so far, and…
Curtain automation is fun, but the weird smart home projects are where things get really useful
…Related I upgraded my soundbar three times before realizing the actual weak link was sitting under the TV Your TV setup may need an upgrade, but better speakers probably aren’t the…
My mesh Wi-Fi was actually making my internet worse - here's what actually worked
…Suddenly, I saw four bars everywhere, and I thought my issue was resolved, and I'd finally combated the problem of buffering. However, this ended up being an illusion more than anything…
I stopped organizing my NAS like a PC, and everything got easier to back up and maintain
…The issue with this approach is that it's instilled in our memory. We treat almost every other device and OS the same way, and the NAS is no exception. Don't…
This pocket-sized e-reader broke my phone addiction in ways I didn't expect
…With that in mind, I put together a very simple app setup on my Palma 2 Pro that includes a few key apps and removes pretty much anything I don't think…
Alexa+ just made impulse spending dangerously easy, and Amazon knows it
…Another issue with the lack of visuals is the hidden upsell. When you order via the app, you see the fees. When you order via Alexa+, the AI might suggest the most…