I watch TV and movies primarily from streaming services, but one of my televisions lacks the smart features you find on Roku or Android TV. Despite its lack of smart features, that TV works great, so I turned it into an Android TV rather than buying a new one. I pulled it off using a Raspberry Pi 5, and so can you. Here’s how to do it.

Keeping your PC cool is essential to ensuring it continues running optimally. Of course, you can do many things to help accomplish this. One of the biggest and easiest things you can do is to keep your PC clean from dust and no, I am not just talking about cleaning the dust filters. Over time, it's almost impossible to stop the buildup of dust inside your PC and this can be one of the main causes of things getting a bit too hot if not dealt with.

Fans of 8BitDo keyboards have had an excellent month so far. Only a few weeks ago, the accessory company released a full 108-key version of its NES and Famicom keyboards, and now it's back at it again with a brand new model. This time, 8BitDo is taking that unique 2000s aesthetic of the original Xbox and reviving it as a modern-day keyboard alongside its own mouse.

If you want to automate things on your PC, AutoHotKey is one of the best ways to do it. It's a powerful tool that can simulate inputs on your PC, and the best thing about it is that it's free. It can be as simple or as complex as you like, and it can speed things up for you considerably depending on what you need to do.

Building a PC isn't just a matter of picking a good CPU, a graphics card to match in performance, and the rest of the components you need to put together a functioning system. It's also about knowing how to put them together, which tools you need, and a few tips about BIOS settings to get that first successful boot. The process has been streamlined over the years, with standardized cable lengths, connectors, and roomy PC cases all helping to ease things along. The latest crop of motherboards makes this process even easier, with tool-less installation for almost everything. It's truly never been easier to build a PC once you've decided on your parts.

Batocera is a Linux-based gaming OS supporting numerous system emulators. If you have a collection of old console games that you'd like to rip and enjoy on a single device, this is the way to do it in style. To make the most of your retro gaming system, I recommend using a mini PC. These are powerful enough to run emulators without causing too much noise and drawing a lot of power. A desktop PC not doing anything would provide a better experience, especially for more recent platforms, but I still recommend a small, compact chassis for the big screen. Luckily, Black Friday has some great deals on mini PCs.

I've said it once, and I'll say it again: SSDs are my favorite part of Black Friday sales. When comparing them to HDDs, SSDs' main pain point is their high price. However, once companies start slicing the prices of their SSDs by half, it's no longer a problem. So, if you're like me and you're on the hunt for a cheap way to expand your computer's storage, look no further than this impressive Crucial 1TB SSD stick that's on a huge discount for Black Friday.

Black Friday is here, and with it comes great savings on just about anything you can put your mind to, but only for a limited time. This year, OBSBOT is including many of its AI-powered webcams in these sales, allowing you to make the most of great features such as automatic tracking, gesture control, and more at a discounted price.

AMD Ryzen CPUs first launched in 2016 and it was only with the launch of Ryzen 7000 in 2022 did AMD migrate to the newer AM5 socket. Although at the end of its life, the AM4 platform has continued to receive support, as recently as October 2024. The AMD Ryzen XT range of 5000-series chips offers more cache and performance at the same TDP. This could be a worthy upgrade path for an AM4 PC if you've tried overclocking and buying faster DDR4 RAM. Interested to learn more about boosting the power of your AM4 PC? Here are some recommendations!

Black Friday is here, and BLUETTI is ready to power your yachting adventures like never before. Whether you're navigating open waters, anchoring at serene coves, or indulging in luxurious on-deck amenities, uninterrupted power is a must. This Black Friday, BLUETTI’s innovative power stations offer the perfect solution for yachtsmen, sailors, and boaters looking to elevate their on-water experiences.

Recording gameplay has never been easier. Gone are the days of requiring capture cards, paid software, and top of the line hardware. Game capture software has become efficient, ubiquitous, and feature-rich. Steam’s new integrated game recording is no exception; it may even be the best choice for you. Here are 5 reasons why Steam Game Recording is worth a look over the other options out there.

With competition and innovation skyrocketing, collaboration tools are super essential for success. There are so many options out there that it can be challenging to pick the best one. But Microsoft Loop might be the game-changer you’ve been looking for.