Switching to a self-hosted bookmark manager was something I had been thinking about for a while. Like many people, I’d grown tired of the limitations and privacy concerns of cloud-based services. Whether it was the risk of third-party tracking or feature overload, I felt like I needed a change. After exploring different alternatives, I stumbled upon LinkStash, an open-source, self-hosted bookmark manager that promises to give you complete control over your data. I decided to make the switch, and so far, it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Here are the three main reasons why I’m glad I made the move to LinkStash.

I'm usually the first one to advise people to maximize FPS per dollar and build a balanced gaming PC. While that means buying only those components that directly affect the performance of your PC, I'm also someone who appreciates esthetics and convenience in PC building. You might not need an expensive motherboard, but it comes with definite benefits that extend beyond performance. Spending on a good-looking case or graphics card isn't mandatory, but it sure feels great.

I have been 3D printing for several years as a hobby, and I can boldly say it’s one of the most interesting and rewarding things I’ve ever gotten into. The ability to think of and recreate something and, generally, the hands-on experimentation, makes it endlessly fun. From 3D printing desk toys and games, and decorative 3D prints to personalizing my PC and GPU, there is always something new to explore. Even though there are several things I wished someone had told me before I started 3D printing, I can confidently say it’s a hobby worth exploring, and I have been trying to convince everyone to get into it for the reasons below.

Your Synology network-attached storage (NAS) device may be designed for stashing files and backups, and maybe running an app or two, but it can become an incredibly versatile piece of kit with Docker containers. I started my home lab journey years ago with nothing more than a Synology NAS, and if I were to start fresh today, here are all the containers I would be running to create the ultimate NAS.

While the majority of Windows 11 users have enjoyed the 24H2 update for a while now, some people have still been stuck on the prior update. As it turns out, some apps that customize your wallpaper were causing issues with the update, so Microsoft blocked the 24H2 download on affected PCs while it worked on fixing the issues. Now, those who has been left behind can finally upgrade to 24H2, six months after the update's release.

The Ghost in the Shell is coming in 2026.A new teaser trailer for Science Saru’s The Ghost in the Shell anime series has been announced on the official Ghost in the Shell website in a post spotted by Anime News Network. The post also revealed some of the staff heading up the series, which includes people who’ve worked on other shows from the animation studio, including Scott Pilgrim Takes Off and Dandadan, both of which have made their way to the US via Netflix.The trailer cycles through hand-drawn storyboards and key animation reminiscent of the original manga — that’s not a big surprise after the first teaser Science Saru put out, which was itself mostly a collection of images from the manga. It’s also good news for anyone burned by the look of the 2017 live-action Scarlett Johansson-starring Ghost in the Shell movie or the CG-animated Netflix series. The Ghost in the Shell is being directed by Moko-chan (Dandadan), with other staff including scriptwriter EnJoe Toh (Godzilla Singular Point) and character designer / animation director Shuhei Handa (Scott Pilgrim Takes Off), who illustrated the poster above. It’s due out in 2026, but the announcement doesn’t mention whether that includes a US Netflix re …Read the full story at The Verge.

From a private cloud, 3D printer management hub, and other practical projects to borderline unhinged creations like a bare-metal Windows 11 installation and a (barebones) Steam gaming machine, there’s no shortage of ideas you can bring to life with your Raspberry Pi. But if you want to enhance your quality of life, you’ll have an absolute blast putting automation projects together with your Raspberry Pi. So, here’s a byte-sized list of ways you can turn your Raspberry Pi SBC into an automation behemoth.

One of the best aspects of 3D printing is the ability to churn out functional prints at will. Whether it's upcycling broken furniture or saving money by printing replacement parts or everyday items like wallets and vases, I feel like a magician using my 3D printer to produce useful parts or accessories. This obsession with 3D-printing objects around the house meant that I was now looking for every opportunity to replace commonly found objects with a 3D-printed alternative. From storage solutions to ergonomic wrist rests, I'd covered them all. That's when I stumbled upon a new idea -- how about I 3D print keycaps for my keyboard?

Do you remember the Oddworld series? If you don't, or you were too young to remember, it was an excellent series that began as a 2D platformer on the PlayStation, then moved into the 3D space, including an FPS spinoff. As you can tell by the name, the Oddworld series is definitely up there in the creativity and strangeness, creating a world that I've never seen replicated in any other game since the PlayStation 1 era. So, when I saw that you can snag every single game in the Oddworld series for one dollar, I knew I had to shout it out.

Do you hear that noise? That's the sound of the entire US tech industry collectively sighing in relief. After initially imposing a 125% tariff on all Chinese imports, the US government has now agreed to allow electronics to arrive on American soil without paying extra as an exception to the rule. As it turns out, if Apple had the heat applied to it for a little longer, it would have suffered severe setbacks unlike anything seen since the pandemic days.

Sudden crashes are among the worst things you can experience as a PC gamer. I'm sure most of us have been in a situation where we spent over $60 on a new game only for it to crash, freeze, or reboot our computer a few minutes after launch. Sometimes, you don't encounter a crash until your graphics card renders a graphically demanding scene, like during a dense open-world environment or an intense gunfight in a competitive shooter.

A carryall you can take anywhere.I remember the day: a sinewy bicycle messenger skillfully weaved through honking automobiles and came to a stop at the traffic light in front of me. But instead of dropping a foot, he balanced high above his fixed-gear pedals for nearly a minute, his crossbody bag bulging against the urgent deliveries within. That was ‘90s San Francisco, when anyone could tap into that free-wheelin’ zeitgeist by wearing a messenger bag — only conformist dorks wore backpacks.Switzerland-based Freitag got its start in 1993 with messenger bags, and it’s keeping that spirit alive with its latest, the F685 Henry. It’s heavy, water resistant, and incredibly durable because it’s made from worn seatbelts, recycled plastic bottles, and used tarps that act as walls on European trucks. That means no two Freitag bags are identical in a world of mass-produced homogeny.Ironically, Freitag bags are built to last despite being made from trash. A Freitag messenger bag that I purchased almost 20 years ago is still my go-to for errands around town. I expect the same longevity from the Henry, which I’ve been testing as an all-purpose gear bag for the last few weeks. That makes its $330 price point a …Read the full story at The Verge.