I turned a cheap phone into a retro gaming console, and it outperforms my budget PC
…If I wanted to build a retro-gaming device, a cheap Android phone would save me a lot of cash and probably have a better display than a budget PC, too. Mine…
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4 ways you're shortening your SSD's lifespan without realizing it
…power cycling issues (which the update still didn't solve). Updating your SSD's firmware is probably an even rarer phenomenon, but it might be hurting your SSD's performance and lifespan…
Your soundbar won't talk to your TV, and manufacturers act like that's normal
…Related This key smart TV setting might be the reason your PS5 and Apple TV look "just fine" Chances are you're leaving performance on the table The handshake problem turns simple…
The best $50 I ever spent on my PC didn't add a single frame to my games
…Related Stop ignoring these 5 non-hardware PC upgrades while chasing peak performance Your desk setup is as important as the inside of your PC The standard stand just doesn't compare…
Xbox Mode finally makes Windows gaming handhelds feel complete — but skip it on PC
…It's one of the issues traditional desktop operating systems have for gaming. When booting up a PC or other device, you're often greeted by that same taskbar, start menu, and…
I tried Anthropic's open-source desk pet on an ESP32, and it fixes the most annoying thing about Claude
…The display gave me more trouble than the code It was hard to get working right at first Compiling clean isn't the same as working right away, and the display gave…
Android Auto got better when I stopped treating it like a second phone screen
…The issue is convenience. The vehicle will more than likely have a large display if it's a modern model. Once the phone connects, Android Auto will display all supported apps, maps…
Stop buying gold-plated HDMI cables — the difference is invisible
…An HDMI cable eliminates that issue with digital signals, which carry binary data streams of ones and zeros. The digital data reaches your display correctly, enabling perfect visuals. Otherwise, dropped frames are…
I spent $10 to turn my PC into a wireless console, and it's the best couch gaming upgrade possible
…shouldn't be an issue at all). On your PC, head to the PIN tab and pair your TV as a new device, making sure both devices display the same PIN code…
Your SSD has a built-in health report you probably never checked, and it could save your data
…This system can track up to 255 attributes, but most manufacturers use only around 20–30 attributes to measure drive performance, wear, and health. By studying your SSD's S.M.A…