We always recommend building a NAS if you have the knowledge and budget. It's a versatile option that will provide more value in the long run. However, if you're not in a position to build something right now, you can always go with something pre-built from a company like Buffalo.

The ESP32 microcontroller earns plenty of praise for delivering wireless connectivity, generous features, and solid performance at minimal cost. It's become a backbone to my smart home devices and sensors. A growing number of smart devices adds a strain on my Wi-Fi network. Upgrading to high-end network gear can fix that, but I wanted to confirm if my setup needs that before jumping the gun.

I knew it was coming, but I didn't realize it would hurt this bad. After 35 years, iRobot, the creator of the Roomba -- which is basically the Klenex of robot vacuums -- has filed for bankruptcy protection.

For years, I was trapped in the ecosystem of smart note-taking apps. I explored Notion’s databases, Craft’s aesthetics, Capacities’ unique object-oriented approach, and even Obsidian’s graph views, and endlessly organized my digital second brain, only to find myself spending more time creating and organizing the content.

It's still hard to believe that Hollow Knight: Silksong actually came out this year, but now, we all have a new thing to wait for: the game is getting a free expansion in 2026, titled Sea of Sorrow. Team Cherry calls it the game's "first big expansion.""New areas, bosses, tools, and more!" Team Cherry says in a blog post. "Hornet's adventures continue in our nautically themed expansion, coming free for all players next year. We'll keep further details a secret for now, but expect additional info shortly before Hollow Knight: Silksong - Sea of Sorrow releases."More than seven million people bought Silksong, according to Team Cherry, and " …Read the full story at The Verge.

As the AI market begins hoovering up hardware by the boatload, we're beginning to see companies duck out of the consumer market to better serve the needs of businesses. For instance, a long-term supporter of consumer RAM, Crucial, announced that it's ducking out of making memory for individuals, as it redirects all its focus into feeding the insatiable hunger of the AI market. And while other manufacturers haven't withdrawn from selling products, we have seen price hikes from places like Raspberry Pi and Framework.

SilverBullet is a free, self-hosted markdown editor and personal knowledge management tool that puts privacy above all else and is accessible straight from your browser. As a markdown editor, SilverBullet has a lot in common with other tools like Obsidian, Vim, and iA Writer. SilverBullet even has a Vim mode you can access, if that's more your speed. That said, the app stands out from those programs in several notable ways, including the ability to write and run Lua scripts directly in your browser.

In what is sure to be the beginning of a slew of announcements, LG has confirmed it is releasing its first flagship RGB TV in 2026. It wasn't a huge secret, considering "a premium LCD TV with Micro RGB technology" won a CES 2026 Innovation Award in November. But it's now certain that the LG Micro RGB evo TV will be released in 2026 in 100-, 86-, and 75-inch sizes, with US pricing to be announced at a later date.The Micro RGB evo TV will use an upgraded version of LG's Alpha 11 processor, usually reserved for the company's high-end OLED displays like the LG G5. The TV has been certified by Intertek - a testing and certification company - to …Read the full story at The Verge.

Well, we're deep in the Winter months, and you know what that means; it's time to hunker down in the warm and play some roguelikes and roguelites. I've been having a blast going through my collection of both new and old titles, and I've come to realise that perhaps not everyone knows about the games I've been really enjoying. So, here are some roguelites and roguelikes that I've been really enjoying that you may never have heard of before.

Finding the best mouse can depend on your needs, but if you're looking for something that can be used outside of gaming, then the Logitech MX Master 3s is going to be a fantastic choice. The design is sleek and comfortable, while also having impressive and accurate tracking.

Microsoft wants to make a big splash in the handheld market, but there's a big battle ahead of it. While companies have been happy with using Windows 11 for their systems, we've seen things change when Valve made its SteamOS available for anyone to download. Now, people are comparing and contrasting SteamOS vs. Windows 11's performance, and they're often finding that the former wins out. Even Microsoft's own console reportedly loses to Bazzite, a SteamOS-like Linux distro.

We're knee-deep in the ongoing DRAM crisis. Consumer RAM prices have tripled in a matter of weeks, SSDs have also shot up, and graphics cards are sure to follow. This AI-induced crisis might not be limited to the next year. Some reports estimate that DRAM supply will remain strained well into 2028. With a dark cloud looming over the PC hardware industry, you might have to shelve your upgrade plans indefinitely. However, I believe most gamers can do without a new PC or upgrade for the foreseeable future. Here are a few telltale signs that your existing gaming PC is immune to the current market forces.