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Apple's repair options get a little more sustainable. (Source: Apple)

Apple to move genuine iPhone part calibration on-device in potential independent repair-friendly move

It is usually impossible to swap the display of one iPhone with another, thanks to the parts-pairing practices touted as the ultimate user privacy and security measure by Apple. However, the Cupertino giant has announced that it w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Apr 2024 18:06

It looks as though Asus Zenfone 10 users may want to stop holding their breath for bootloader unlock functionality. (Image source: Florian Schmitt / Notebookcheck)

Zenfone bootloader unlock tool outlook bleak as ASUS refunds customer over missing feature

Asus recently settled a lawsuit in the UK over its unfulfilled promises of a bootloader unlock tool for its Zenfone line-up. Asus promised the Zenfone bootloader unlock tool way back in early 2022 and still hasn't delivered.

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Apr 2024 21:35

DIY Fairberry keyboard is an open source project that's easy to customize (Image source: Dakkaron)

DIY Fairberry keyboard converts any modern smartphone into a BlackBerry phone

It’s hard to come across smartphones that feature physical built-in keyboards these days. However, the DIY hardware community has kept the concept alive. One of the latest projects is called Fairberry, and it aims to let you attac...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Mar 2024 11:37

Ender-3 V3: New particularly quick 3D printer

Ender-3 V3: 3D printer with auto leveling, easy maintenance and large touchscreen now available

Creality is now offering a new 3D printer. The model is said to be characterized by high speed, powerful component cooling and easy maintenance. A display is installed and is designed for easy operation.

Silvio Werner, 26 Mar 2024 11:18

Remi Pi: Single-board computer with Raspberry Pi compatibility

Remi Pi: New single-board computer is relatively cheap and compatible with the Raspberry Pi

The Remi Pi is a new single-board computer. Depending on the specific application, the model could also be an alternative to a Raspberry Pi and allows the connection of various sensors and actuators.

Silvio Werner, 24 Mar 2024 00:50

Batocera is a fantastic way to play retro games on any system, not just the Raspberry Pi 5 (Source: Batocera)

Here is the easiest and most polished way to play retro games on your Raspberry Pi 5

CheckMag Batocera has been around since 2016 but has reached a level of polish unmatched by its competitors. Great background music, boot animations and box art. Combined with the power of the Raspberry Pi 5, there’s never been a more plea...

David Devey, 21 Mar 2024 19:33

Nothing's Community Edition Project aims to leverage the creativity of its fanbase to design a better Phone (2a). (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (2a) special edition incoming as Community Edition design contest invites fans to submit concepts

Nothing wants the community to collaborate on a custom Community Edition of the Nothing Phone (2a), with four design stages over the span of six months. The tech startup imposes no limitations on submissions, and the community wil...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Mar 2024 20:52

TommyB builds a gaming handheld with Framework laptop motherboard (Image source: TommyB on YouTube)

DIY gaming handheld with $300 Intel Core i7 Framework laptop motherboard nears completion

A YouTuber named TommyB has built a DIY gaming handheld using a Framework laptop motherboard. This board currently has a sale price of $300, and it packs an 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 CPU. With a 3D-printed body, a battery from...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Mar 2024 19:16

Becky Stern makes a Pi 5-powered 3D printed TV for her cats (Image source: Becky Stern on YouTube)

DIY developer builds 3D printed cat TV with Raspberry Pi 5

Becky Stern, known for making DIY tech project tutorials, has made a cat TV for her feline friends. It's powered by a Raspberry Pi 5 and can automatically loop cat-friendly videos from YouTube on startup.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 10 Mar 2024 12:54

The Galaxy Watch is a great piece of hardware, but battery life can leave a lot to be desired (Source: Amazon)

How to debloat and significantly increase the battery life on your Galaxy Watch 4, 5 or 6

CheckMag The Samsung Galaxy Watch is a fantastic piece of hardware, especially since Samsung moved to Wear OS. However, the battery on these devices seems to be all over the place. Turning on the battery saver can work, but doing that disa...

David Devey, 06 Mar 2024 22:07

KittenLabs converts TP-Link router into a gaming router (Image source: KittenLabs)

Hardware hacker team runs GTA Vice City on TP-Link WiFi router by adding AMD Radeon GPU

A DIY modding group named KittenLabs has managed to run GTA Vice City on a wireless router. The model used is the TP-Link TL-WDR4900, which comes with a PowerPC-based CPU with WiFi chipsets connected through PCIe. With some modifi...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Mar 2024 07:57

Thanks to Steam, Proton GE and Valve, gaming on Linux is far easier that you might think. (Source: Wikipedia)

Tired of Windows tracking and invasive ads? Here's how to game on Linux

CheckMag Microsoft has historically monopolised the PC gaming space with Windows, but with increasingly invasive ads, bloat and data collection, many Windows users are looking for an alternative. Thanks to the Steam Deck, Valve and communi...

David Devey, 03 Mar 2024 22:39

We have a good idea, though. (Source: HMD)

MWC 2024 | HMD teases new Nokia smartphone, more repairability and a Barbie Flip Phone

HMD has unveiled the plans for its "evolution" into a "multi-brand" tech OEM at MWC. They involve a summer of 2024 full of new releases, that for the next Nokia smartphone and "iconic device" included. The company also has somethi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Feb 2024 20:21

Framework announces B-stock Factory Seconds line (Image source: Framework)

DIY Framework Laptop 13 B-stock debuts as the brand's first sub-$500 offering

Framework laptops are best known for having a fully modular design that you can repair and upgrade without facing any limitations. But all that modularity comes at a cost, as the systems are much more expensive than offerings from...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Feb 2024 06:34

Use your own gaming PC to play your games from anywhere (Source: NotebookCheck)

Forget the PlayStation Portal, here’s how to make a headless gaming PC and set up your own cloud gaming service

CheckMag You might ask what use a gaming PC is without a monitor, but the ability to store your PC in any room in the house and play games using any device you can attach a controller to does have its benefits. If you have a solid network ...

David Devey, 18 Feb 2024 20:37

UUGear introduces Vivid Unit SBC with an attached touchscreen display (Image source: UUGear)

UUGear Vivid Unit single board computer comes with integrated 5.5" touchscreen

There are a good number of single board computers (SBC) out there that have reasonably capable hardware. But to use them, you need to connect the board to a couple of things, which includes a monitor. Well, UUGear wanted to make t...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Feb 2024 17:46

Custom cooling system (Image Source: Minisforum)

Minisforum BD790i ITX motherboard with AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX mobile APU now available

The new BD790i motherboard comes pre-installed with a top-of-the-line Ryzen 9 7945HX mobile APU for $519. Users can add up to 64 GB DDR5-5200 RAM, speedy PCIe 5.0 SSD storage via 2x M.2 slots and a dGPU on the included PCIe 5.0 X1...

Bogdan Solca, 14 Feb 2024 18:56

It seems as though AMD's Ryzen 7 8700G punches well above its weight class with a little effort. (Image source: AMD - edited)

AMD Ryzen 7 8700G delid turns mid-tier CPU into peppy powerhouse with liquid metal

Overclocking master Der8auer tears into the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G with impressive results, netting a 25 °C reduction in operating temperatures and a massive jump in performance, bringing it close to the performance of the Ryzen 7 7700...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Feb 2024 08:34

Waveshare: HAT upgrades PoE for the Raspberry Pi 5

Raspberry Pi 5: PoE HAT board provides one cable for network and power and offers 12 volts for attachments

Waveshare is offering a new HAT for the Raspberry Pi 5, which is intended to simplify use in particular situations and provide an alternative power supply option. Expandability is still a given.

Silvio Werner, 11 Feb 2024 22:10

AtomStack A70 Pro: Extremely powerful laser cutter cuts more than just wood

AtomStack A70 Pro: New, extremely powerful laser cutter cuts metal, MDF and thick wood

The A70 Pro from AtomStack is an extremely powerful laser cutter, which is able to cut various materials accurately. The power can also be adjusted particularly easily.

Silvio Werner, 11 Feb 2024 08:00

52Pi NVdigi: New expansion board for the Raspberry Pi with HiFi qualities and M.2 port

52Pi is offering a new expansion board for the Raspberry Pi, which is not only intended to expand the single-board computer in terms of high-quality playback of audio content, but also includes an M.2 slot. Sensors and actuators c...

Silvio Werner, 11 Feb 2024 00:01

A homemade NAS running TrueNAS or Unraid can offer a better experience than almost any off the shelf solution. (Source: EnricoF)

Upgraded to AM5 or Intel 14th Gen? Why not put that old hardware to use and build a NAS

CheckMag Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices will give you remote access to all your files from any device both at home and away. Just add your drives and off you go, but they aren’t cheap. However there are some compelling software sol...

David Devey, 03 Feb 2024 17:05

Computer hardware enthusiast takes on a passively cooled RTX 3080 project (Image source: Reddit)

Redditor showcases passively cooled Nvidia RTX 3080 project

There are a good number of GPU options that feature passive cooling. But for most systems, the passively cooled graphics card units available for purchase don’t offer the required performance. That’s likely what made a Redditor na...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Feb 2024 05:38

Seeed Studio debuts a water cooler kit for Raspberry Pi 5 (Image source: Seeed Studio)

Seeed Studio water cooling kit for Raspberry Pi 5 brings better overclocking abilities

One of the main upgrades of the Raspberry Pi 5 over its predecessor is the powerful Broadcom BCM2712 four-core SoC. While its factory clock speed is at 2.4 GHz, it can be pushed to 3.0 GHz for better performance. But this overcloc...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Jan 2024 18:36

Steam Deck owners can now upgrade their screen with a higher resolution variant (image via DeckHD)

DeckHD: 1200p Steam Deck screen upgrade now available for purchase

Steam Deck owners can now upgrade their screen to a 1200p IPS panel. It has a peak brightness of 400 nits and is more colour-accurate than the original. You

Anil Ganti, 23 Jan 2024 15:55

A fully assembled ReBoy kit with a separately available Raspberry Pi Zero and GameBoy Color case (image: Kickstarter).

Kickstarter: ReBoi replaces the internal components of a GameBoy Color with a Raspberry Pi

The ReBoi DIY kit on Kickstarter promises to turn a Raspberry Pi Zero into a retro console in the shape of a GameBoy Color. The kit is designed to be assembled without soldering.

Alexander Pensler, 22 Jan 2024 14:03

The DIY Perks PS5: Tablet Edition isn't quite as slim as other portable gaming setups, but it certainly beats the best Sony has to offer. (Image source: DIY Perks - edited)

Tiny DIY PS5 tablet offers glorious, chunky, portable PlayStation power with 4K OLED visuals

Flying in the face of Sony's lacklustre PlayStation Portal remote play experience, DIY Perks takes advantage of the redesigned PS5 internals to create a stunning, and thick, premium portable PlayStation experience.

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jan 2024 23:26

The Raspberry Pi 5 has more than enough power to be a useful addition to your home network (Source: Raspberry Pi)

4 Raspberry Pi 5 projects to make use of the power of one of the best SBCs out there

CheckMag The Raspberry Pi 5 is a single board computer that has seen a significant boost to performance this generation. With support for PCIE devices, massive overclocking headroom, a physical on / off switch and an active cooling option,...

David Devey, 13 Jan 2024 02:00

AOHi The Future Racing Cable launches as customizable-length cable that upgrades to USB4

AOHi has announced that crowdfunding for a new generation of its innovative modular (or "splicable") cable has begun. Like its Future Creative predecessor, the Racing Cable can be put together to be longer or even to be type-A at ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jan 2024 19:04

Melted Nvidia RTX 4090 connector (Image source: Reddit)

Seasonic recommends using hair dryer for bending RTX 40 series power cables

Many users of RTX 40 series GPUs, especially the RTX 4090, are still reporting the power cables burning and melting problem. This issue can be avoided with a secure connection, which requires a minimum space of 35 mm between the c...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Dec 2023 18:31

Creality Sermoon D3 Pro: Enclosed 3D printer

Creality Sermoon D3 Pro: Powerful 3D printer with camera and dual extrusion

With the Sermoon D3 Pro, Creality is now offering a powerful 3D printer with two hotends. For the second hotend, the offset is automatically taken into account. It is advertised with high accuracy and a flexible printing plate.

Silvio Werner, 08 Dec 2023 10:38

ET: A 3D printer and laser cutter in one with camera and RGB lighting

The ET from Lotmaxx is a 3D printer that can also engrave and cut wood using a laser. Makers can thus save a lot of space, at least in certain cases.

Silvio Werner, 07 Dec 2023 22:55

The cube effect in the desktop overview returns with Plasma 6 (source: KDE)

Linux desktop: Open Beta of KDE Plasma 6 available for testing

A few days ago, the KDE Linux desktop team made the first public beta version of KDE Plasma 6 available for download. Among other things, the popular cube effect in the desktop overview is celebrating its comeback with Plasma 6.

Alexander Pensler, 06 Dec 2023 00:07

Flsun S1: New delta 3D printer prints particularly fast and protects the health of its users

The S1 from Flsun is a new 3D printer that is advertised as being particularly fast. It has an unusual shape and, thanks to its closed design, is intended to be less harmful to the user's health, even when set up in a room not spe...

Silvio Werner, 05 Dec 2023 21:18

ChromaKit: Retrofit solution for 3D multicolor printing

ChromaKit: With this set, every 3D printer can use up to 20 different filaments in one go

The ChromaKit is a retrofit solution for 3D printers, enabling them to handle multi-color printing. This kit saves on a new purchase and is marketed as a complete solution.

Silvio Werner, 02 Dec 2023 21:20

NucDeck DIY gaming handheld gets some of its finish touches (Image source: CNCDan)

DIY NucDeck gaming handheld nears completion

The NucDeck DIY gaming handheld has made great progress throughout the past six months. At this point, the project is close to being completed, with Daniel McKenzie, the person behind the project, sharing the full list of design f...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Dec 2023 17:49

YEELIGHT's Black Friday 2023 sale begins. (Source: YEELIGHT)

Deal | YEELIGHT Smart Cube Lamp modules ship at 40% off for Black Friday 2023

YEELIGHT has announced its Black Friday deals on a selection of its smart RGB accessories. They include the Smart Cube Lamp, which can be built and extended in nearly all directions for a more custom desk lighting solution. The br...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Nov 2023 17:57

Design hacker fixes charging and ergonomics issue of the Apple Magic Mouse (Image source: Apple)

Design hacker fixes biggest flaw of Apple Magic Mouse

Released in 2015, the Apple Magic Mouse 2nd Gen has had a surprisingly enduring life. It is still in circulation, with Apple bundling it with the latest M3 iMac. But its design makes it barely usable in some instances, and a desig...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Nov 2023 06:58

Thermaltake's latest sale is on. (Source: Thermaltake)

Deal | Thermaltake x Amazon Black Friday sale begins with up to 40% off LCGS gaming PCs and components

Thermaltake has announced its "early Black Friday and Cyber Monday extravaganza" with discounts of up to 40% off some of its pre-built Liquid Cooling Gaming System (LCGS) PCs, even one with the latest Intel 14th-gen platforms. The...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Nov 2023 20:26

Corsair MP700 PRO brings water cooling and active cooling to Gen 5 SSDs (Image Source: TechPowerUp)

Corsair MP700 PRO debuts with interesting cooling design

Corsair has launched its latest Gen 5 SSD, the Corsair MP700 PRO. Aside from bringing super-fast read and write speeds, the M.2 SSD offers a versatile cooling option. And it integrates seamlessly in systems with or without custom ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Nov 2023 18:17

Repurpose that old laptop into something that serves a genuinely useful purpose (Credit: NotebookCheck)

5 things to do with that old laptop after upgrading to an M3 MacBook Pro

CheckMag If you've upgraded to the new M3 MacBook Pro or a Lenovo X1 Carbon, take a look at some of the options for repurposing your old hardware instead of selling, recycling or sending to landfill. Repurposing old hardware can be a rewar...

David Devey, 14 Nov 2023 14:29

Starfield 3D: The 3D printer immediately processes 3D prints

Starfield 3D: This huge 3D printer is equipped with an internal curing station and uses a laser

The Starfield 3D is a new 3D printer with solid features. The model is intended to print high-quality, detailed models and immediately post-process 3D print jobs. The Starfield 3D is also designed to take occupational safety into ...

Silvio Werner, 04 Nov 2023 03:23

Raspberry Pi 5 just launched last month. (Image Source: Raspberry Pi)

Arm makes strategic investment in Raspberry Pi

IoT and edge computing are two sectors that have seen rapid growth in the past few years, and Raspberry Pi is an important player, especially on the commercial side. Arm needs to consolidate its position and is now cementing its 1...

Bogdan Solca, 03 Nov 2023 17:53

Phanteks debuts 420 mm Glacier One D30 AIO

Phanteks, a well-known name in the realm of PC cooling solutions, has expanded its Glacier One D30 AIO lineup with a 420 mm model. Otherwise known as the Phanteks Glacier One 420D30 AIO, the new cooler aims to deliver exceptional ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Oct 2023 19:00

Eurocom launches customizable and upgradable Nightsky RX415 Superlaptop

Eurocom has launched a highly customizable and user-upgradeable laptop, the Eurocom Nightsky RX415. It can be configured with an Intel Core i9-13900HX and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070. The base model, on the other hand, offers an In...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Oct 2023 22:24

A model of Berlin 3D printed from CityPrint (Image Source: AnkerMake)

AnkerMake's new online tools turn 2D images and city maps into 3D printable models

AnkerMake has just added two online tools to its ‘Make It Real’ 3D model repository website. 3D Paint converts a 2D image into a 3D printable model by rendering different colours in relief against the background. CityPrint allows ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 06 Oct 2023 20:43