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NuPhy Kick75 pre-order reveals more details about customisation and pricing

NuPhy Kick75 hybrid mechanical keyboard gets prospective February launch and new details on customisation, 3D printable parts, and price

NuPhy has released more details about the upcoming, retro-inspired Kick75 "hybrid mechanical keyboard" which it claims is the first in the world to offer compatibility with both low-profile and full-size mechanical switches. Curre...

Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jan 2025 22:07

Nvidia GrForce RTX 5070 Ti launch date leaks

RTX 5070 Ti gets tentative release date in new leak from EU retailer

It looks like the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti will launch sooner than expected, if leaks from a large European hardware retailer are to be believed.

Julian van der Merwe, 22 Jan 2025 19:19

Retro Lite CM5 can be equipped with an LCD or OLED display (Image source: StonedEdge)

Retro Lite CM5: SBC-powered gaming handheld debuts with PS2, GameCube, and 3DS emulation capabilities

The same developers behind the Retro Lite CM4 gaming handheld have introduced the successor, the CM5. It's powered by the Radxa CM5 and can emulate PlayStation 2, GameCube, and Nintendo 3DS games.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Jan 2025 11:39

Keychron K4 QMK V3 keyboard and M3 8K gaming mouse

Keychron launches $84 K4 QMK V3 96% mechanical keyboard and 8 kHz polling M3 8K gaming mouse

The new Keychron K4 QMK mechanical gaming keyboard is more than just a name refresh. Updated internals and materials make it a significantly more attractive prospect for those looking for a full-size keyboard. Similarly, the M3 8K...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Jan 2025 23:44

AMD FSR 4 gets tested in Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart

AMD FSR 4 on RX 9070 shows massive improvements early analysis

AMD's recently revealed FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 has been thoroughly put through its paces in an early hands-on, and the new upscaling tech appears to be significantly faster and higher quality than its predecessors.

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Jan 2025 22:41

Pilet: A Raspberry Pi 5-based handheld (image source: soulscircuit)

Pilet Kickstarter begins: Raspberry Pi-based handheld allows ditching keyboard for gamepad in seconds

The pilet is a handheld PC based on the current Raspberry Pi, an impressive single board computer. The modular system comes in two unique models and offers wireless connectivity.

Silvio Werner, 09 Jan 2025 21:27

Mecha Comet: Modular Linux handheld (Image source: Mecha)

Mecha Comet: Modular handheld can be used as portable gaming machine or DIY platform

The Mecha Comet is a versatile modular handheld designed to let users play video games and build their own projects. The device features a touchscreen, a camera and an M.2 slot.

Silvio Werner, 08 Jan 2025 12:59

DeckSight compared with the stock LCD panel (Image Source:Shade Technik)

DeckSight offers a drop-in low-power OLED upgrade to the LCD Steam Deck

Only a couple weeks of crowdfunding are left for the DeckSight OLED replacement panel for LCD Steam Decks. Currently, this is the only OLED upgrade kit available to LCD Steam Deck users.

Stephen Pereyra, 08 Jan 2025 06:17

CES 2025 | New Alienware Area-51 gaming desktop packs powerful RTX 5000 GPU in all-new chassis design now with standardised parts - sort of

Dell has reintroduced its high-performance Alienware Area-51 desktop PC with Intel's latest Core Ultra 9 285K CPU and "high-end" Nvidia RTX 5000 graphics, now packed into a more-or-less proper standard ATX design, with a standardi...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Jan 2025 05:00

Inky Frame 7: Color e-paper screen. (Image source: Pimoroni)

Inky Frame: Energy efficient E Ink screen powered by Raspberry Pi

The Inky Frame 7.3 is a E Ink display capable of color and designed for a wide range of projects and applications. A Raspberry Pico 2 W is installed, which should result in lower power consumption.

Silvio Werner, 02 Jan 2025 01:33

The HMD Skyline. (Image source: JerryRigEverything via YouTube)

HMD Skyline lauded as Most Repairable Smartphone of 2024

HMD's Skyline has ended its 2024 on a high note, having been awarded the title of Most Repairable Smartphone of the year on the influential tear-down vlog JerryRigEverything. The Asus ROG Phone 8 and Huawei Mate XT have also made ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Jan 2025 17:54

Nvidia's next AI-related project might involve androids (Image source: Stable Diffusion)

Nvidia's next big project could be androids: Humanoid robots powered by AI

Nvidia is mainly known for its graphics cards and AI technologies, but the company might also release a new chip that is intended for androids and other robots. Generative AI and a certain open-source project are expected to play ...

Marc Herter, 30 Dec 2024 21:33

PETFusion 2.0: Machine turns PET bottles into filament. (Image source: Creative3DP)

PETFusion 2.0: A machine that turns plastic bottles into filament for 3D printing

From waste to 3D filament: PETFusion 2.0 allows users of 3D printers to virtually produce their own filament from plastic bottles. The second generation of the machine promises higher productivity and comes with two nozzles.

Silvio Werner, 29 Dec 2024 01:16

Model created with Backflip AI. (Screenshot 3D editor Backflip)

Backflip AI creates very high-quality 3D printer templates for free

Backflip AI, a 3D design platform, generates complex 3D models from text input or images. Theses are suitable for numerous applications, including 3D printing and game development.

Marc Herter, 28 Dec 2024 00:07

Chrome Flex user interface. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Windows 10 support to end in 2025 - longer lifespan for older laptops and PCs still possible thanks to Google ChromeOS Flex

CheckMag The impending end of Windows 10 support (October 2025) from Microsoft means that many owners of older computers will have to switch to a different operating system. One alternative could be Google's free ChromeOS Flex, which runs ...

Sascha Mölck, 23 Dec 2024 04:52

T-Keyboard S3 Pro: Modular input system. (Image source: LilyGo)

T-Keyboard S3 Pro: Modular mini keyboard comes with rotary control and mini screens

The T-Keyboard S3 Pro is a modular, multifunctional macro keyboard with a rotary control. This is designed for particular uses, not only in video games but also in productive contexts.

Silvio Werner, 22 Dec 2024 23:05

Kobra S1 Combo: Enclosed multicolour 3D printer (Image source: Anycubic)

Kobra S1 Combo: New enclosed 3D printer with multifilament support

Anycubic has a new 3D printer in the pipeline. Capable of printing with different colours and materials, this model is an enclosed system designed to be especially easy to use.

Silvio Werner, 22 Dec 2024 13:59

Terraria x Starforge collab results in striking custom Lian Li O11D Evo RGB PC case with limited-edition $2049.99 pre-built to boot

Starforge Systems has expanded its gaming- and anime-inspired PC case line-up with a Terraria edition, featuring art from the fan-favourite indie adventure RPG, Terraria, printed on a Lian Li O11D Evo RGB case. There is also a $2,...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Dec 2024 22:00

Pico W5: New developer board with Raspberry Pi chip (Image source: Elecrow)

Pico W5: New alternative to Raspberry Pi Pico comes with wireless connectivity

The Pico W5 is an alternative to a compact Raspberry Pi board with numerous configuration possibilities. Various sensors and actuators can be connected, and the board may also be predestined for smart home projects.

Silvio Werner, 17 Dec 2024 01:40

Anycubic Kobra 3 Max Combo: 3D printer for multiple filaments (Image source: Anycubic)

Kobra 3 Max Combo: 3D printer with multifilament support and huge print volume launched with massive discount

The Anycubic Kobra 3 Max Combo is a 3D printer featuring a large print volume and multicolour support. It can also store multiple filament spools at proper humidity to increase their shelf life.

Silvio Werner, 16 Dec 2024 14:47

You can make your own Playdate PlayBot for around $120 (Image source: Guillaume Loquin)

Playdate PlayBot: Modder turns the gaming handheld into a multifunctional robot

A good number of gaming handhelds have been introduced in the last few years, and Playdate is among the ones that got very popular. The slightly open-source nature even allows modders to bring out new creations, and PlayBot is one...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Dec 2024 12:10

The XJ9 makes Wi-Fi visible (Image Source: The Though Emporium)

A new open-source radio telescope can see Wi-Fi signals through walls

In their latest video, The Thought Emporium discusses the science and practical applications of the channel's latest and most advanced open-source radio telescope, the XJ9. Featuring a modular design and a host of radio-focused fe...

Stephen Pereyra, 11 Dec 2024 03:56

Introducing CapibaraZero (Image Source: CapibaraZero)

CapibaraZero has the hacking skills of the Flipper Zero at a fraction of the cost.

Built on the ESP32-S3, CapibaraZero has arrived to offer an alternative to the popular but expensive Flipper Zero hacking gadget. While less refined than the Flipper Zero, this project maintains much of the same functionality.

Stephen Pereyra, 02 Dec 2024 01:51

T5 E-Paper S3 Pro: developer board with E Ink display. (Image source: Lilyo)

T5 E-Paper: New developer board comes with LoRa, E Ink screen and MagSafe

The T5 E-Paper S3 Pro is a developer board with an E Ink touchscreen, wireless connectivity and wireless charging. The device is thus extremely versatile and also supports wireless connective via LoRa.

Silvio Werner, 26 Nov 2024 20:14

YouTuber builds DIY ultrawide gaming handheld from old Lenovo Yoga laptop

Dissatisfied with gaming handheld market: YouTuber makes his own from old Lenovo Yoga laptop

YouTuber Marcin Plaza has once again spent the last three months working on a very exciting project. Fans of DIY engineering projects will not be disappointed with his latest video. Marcin was dissatisfied with the current gaming ...

Marvin Gollor, 25 Nov 2024 16:34

FreeCAD version 1.0 has finally been released with major quality-of-life improvements. (Image source: FreeCAD - edited)

Free open-source 3D modelling program gets major usability improvements in FreeCAD 1.0 release

After over 22 years in development, FreeCAD 1.0 is finally available, with the latest release bringing much-needed UI tweaks and a new assembly module. The development team says it is dedicated to improving the FreeCAD project, b...

Julian van der Merwe, 21 Nov 2024 20:19

The Epomaker TH40 offers a compact 40% layout with a more familiar layout than many 40% custom mechanical keyboards. (Image source: Julian van der Merwe / Notebookcheck)

Fixing the Epomaker TH40 - 110% effort for a 40% mechanical keyboard

CheckMag The Epomaker TH40 is an excellent affordable entry to the 40% keyboard form factor, but in our recent review, we found that it was impossible to use with the out-of-the-box layers and key bindings. Here's how we set up and optimis...

Julian van der Merwe, 21 Nov 2024 00:11

The Corsair 2000D Airflow is a SFF case that takes up minimal desk space and features a minimalist aesthetic without sacrificing too much airflow. (Image source: Corsair)

Deal | Corsair 2000D Airflow becomes $50 mini-ITX PC case bargain with over 50% off in Amazon deal

Corsair's 24.4 litre 2000D Airflow mini-ITX PC case has been discounted by a whopping 53% on Amazon, making it a rare budget small-form-factor mini-ITX case for DIY PC builders, at just $49.99. The Corsair 2000D Airflow has space ...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Nov 2024 15:10

The official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 is now available after a 9 year wait (Image Source: Raspberry Pi)

Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 now available with upgraded resolution

The Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display first launched over 9 years ago, offering a paltry 800 x 480 resolution. Used in projects and embedded products the world over for nearly a decade, the official panel has finally been upgrad...

David Devey, 04 Nov 2024 19:57

Beth Deck is a DIY gaming handheld with a Framework laptop motherboard inside (Image source: Beth Le)

Modder builds DIY gaming handheld with Framework laptop motherboard

While gaming handhelds are becoming cheaper than before, you can always use the hardware available to you to build one. That's pretty much what modder Beth Le did, building a gaming handheld with a Framework laptop motherboard.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 29 Oct 2024 07:14

This MacBook Pro now has the ability to receive storage upgrades via a slot-in NVMe SSD. (Image source: iBoff RCC on YouTube)

Removable storage upgrade for Apple silicon MacBook Pro debunks excuses for soldered SSDs

An enterprising engineer has reverse-engineered Apple's MacBook storage interface and created a slotted SSD solution for Apple's laptops. Although the mod certainly voids the warranty and likely hardly makes sense from a cost poin...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Oct 2024 14:45

Beelink's mini PC eGPU dock is now open-source. (Image source: Notebookcheck / Allen Ngo)

Beelink makes EX mini PC eGPU dock free for anyone to build with open-source documentation

Beelink just announced that its Multi-Functional EX docking station for mini PCs is now open-source with free plans for anyone to use. Along with the announcement, Beelink published documentation to build the PCIe-enabled docking ...

Julian van der Merwe, 26 Oct 2024 02:20

The vibrant character models should work well with Bambu Lab's multi-colour A1 and A1 mini printers (Image source: Bambu Lab)

Bambu Lab’s PrintMon Maker creates cute 3D printable characters from text and image prompts

Bambu Lab has launched an AI based text-to-3D tool that lets you create Pokemon-like characters from your own imagination. PrintMon Maker generates full-colour 3D models, which can then be edited, refined and printed directly from...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 23 Oct 2024 14:13

Meta Quest 3S teardown reveals internal interchangeability with Quest 2

iFixit's latest teardown might help confirm a lot of suspicions held by virtual reality (VR) fans about Meta's latest Quest 3S headset - the fact that it is more of a direct Quest 2 successor included. In fact, some parts can even...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Oct 2024 18:24

Oriolus opens pre-orders for vacuum tube-powered OA-JC3 USB DAC and OA-JC5 headphone amplifier kits. (Image source: Oriolus)

Oriolus opens pre-orders for OA-JC3 USB DAC and OA-JC5 headphone amplifier kits with integrated vacuum tubes

Oriolus has opened pre-order sales for the OA-JC3 USB DAC and OA-JC5 headphone amplifier kits, which can be assembled without soldering. Both devices utilize vacuum tubes for warm, rich sound reproduction.

David Chien, 20 Oct 2024 06:30

The Ploopy Trackpad is a DIY-friendly PC owner's Apple Magic Trackpad. (Image source: Ploopy - edited)

Ploopy Trackpad launches as 3D-printable, QMK-powered, open-source trackpad with free plans and $72.50 DIY kit

The Ploopy Trackpad is a 3D printed trackpad with multi-touch gesture support and a high degree of customisability, thanks to its QMK firmware and 3D printed construction. All of the part files, QMK firmware, and build instruction...

Julian van der Merwe, 17 Oct 2024 20:14

An iPhone 16 Pro in exploded view. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 16 Pro made into custom transparent edition with the help of gallium in new video

Apple's new metallic battery housing might end up being one of the iPhone 16 Pro's most important upgrades in the long run - accordingly, it is a shame that there is no see-through version of the new flagship. A prominent teardown...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Oct 2024 19:59

YouTube (and Google) have agressive data tracking practices, but there are ways to keep one's YouTube data in house. (Image Source: OpenArt.ai)

No YouTube tracking: Is it worth it (or practical) to host your own YouTube front end?

CheckMag Google is notorious for tracking people across websites, and this extends to almost every service it offers, including Android and YouTube. If you are on a quest to escape Google's aggressive data practices, you might want to cons...

David Devey, 05 Oct 2024 12:03

The Sensor Watch Pro is for the Casio F-91W and A158W watches. (Image source: Crowd Supply)

Sensor Watch Pro hackable ARM microcontroller for Casio watches now crowdfunding

Oddly Specific Objects has launched a crowdfunding campaign for the Sensor Watch Pro for Casio F-91W and A158W digital watches. The product allows you to replace the watch’s quartz crystal with an ARM Cortex M0+ microcontroller. T...

Polly Allcock, 27 Sep 2024 12:23

This Apple Desktop Bus Keyboard from 1986 is wireless and has a built-in OLED display and rotary knob. (Image source: mtt on YouTube)

Apple mechanical keyboard from 1986 gets new lease on life with modern features, wireless connectivity

A new YouTube channel has popped up with an incredible video detailing how to convert an old Apple Desktop Bus mechanical keyboard from an outdated wired connector to a USB type-C/wireless keyboard. He also managed to add in some ...

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Sep 2024 07:49

The SUPER5 OLED kit for Nintendo Switch Lite will be available from September 26 (Image source: Taki Udon)

DIY Nintendo Switch Lite mod offers brighter and more vibrant OLED screen

Nintendo is expected to launch the Switch 2 sometime before April 2024, but a new Lite variant is likely a few years away. As for the current Switch Lite, the new SUPER5 OLED mod has just offered it an unofficial screen upgrade.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Sep 2024 17:32

The PS5 Pro is expensive, there's not doubt about it. But is it possible to build a PC that can beat a PS5 Pro for the same money? (Image Source: Sony)

How much PC performance can you buy for the price of a PS5 Pro?

CheckMag The PS5 Pro is not cheap by any stretch of the imagination. At $699 (plus $75 extra if you want a physical disk drive), that’s a good chunk of change for a device that only really plays games. So, exactly how much PC could one buy...

David Devey, 24 Sep 2024 16:18

Apple's Camera Control faces some Mohs picks. (Image source: JerryRigEverything)

Apple's new Camera Control button deemed unrepairable by online teardown experts

Apple boasts that the latest button added to the new iPhone 16 series is as robust as it is novel, with a sapphire crystal coating. That is just as well, as it can't be replaced if it does break, according to some knowledgeable Yo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Sep 2024 19:22

Zapping the iPhone 16's battery glue away. (Image source: iFixit)

iPhone 16 achieves high scores in teardown video thanks to new quick-remove battery

The vanilla 16 and 16 Plus are touted to be the first iPhones capable of killing the pull-tab with a new and potentially easier way to remove their batteries. The device teardown group iFixit set out to make sure that this new "de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Sep 2024 19:13

The iPhone's new repair screen. (Image source: Phone Repair Guru)

iPhone independent repair gets "glitchy" in iOS 18 RC previews

Apple asserts that it will include features to make the independent repair of iPhones easier, safer and more legitimate in the next major upgrade to iOS. Some teardown vloggers have found that some of the Cupertino giant's infamou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2024 21:49

The Nova tablet's in-built fan. (Image source: WekiHome)

RedMagic Nova Gaming Tablet reparability showcased online

The RedMagic Nova is about to hit the international market as the first Android tablet with active, fan-powered cooling for its top-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Version processor. Do these custom "unparalleled gaming" features m...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2024 17:59

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold. (Image source: Phone Repair Guru)

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold proves easier to tear down than non-foldable sibling in new video

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google's latest foldable smartphone, and seems to be one that has made strides in terms of internal design despite being only a second-gen product, according to a new teardown video. Then again, the new top-en...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Sep 2024 17:31

A Pixel 9 Pro XL mid-teardown. (Image source: iFixit)

Pixel 9 Pro XL proves less than repair-friendly in new teardown videos

The Pixel 9 Pro XL is increasingly widely regarded as the closest equivalent to the iPhone 15 Pro Max among Android smartphones. It also seems more durable than its predecessor already. However, Google may not have made the new de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2024 17:19