One thing about most productivity software companies is that they seldom stop at just one product. Instead of basking in the glory of the software they initially started with, they chose to expand into other areas. Take Notion, for example. Notion, the all-in-one productivity, note-taking, and collaboration tool, was founded in 2013 and officially launched in 2016.

I never thought I was going to cancel all my Adobe subscriptions, but subscription fatigue and underwhelming updates helped me finalize the decision to pull the plug. And it turns out I didn't need Adobe software, not when there's a whole world of free and one-time purchase alternatives that are just as capable. Some of the tools aren't only "good enough," they're actually fun to use, too.

With episode 4 of The Last of Us season 2 now behind us, we’ve officially crossed the halfway mark. And if it wasn’t clear already, this season isn’t shy about taking big swings with its adaptation. With the adaptation comes plenty of changes and tweaks, and HBO’s The Last of Us is no stranger to that.

Docker has become a crucial part of modern software development and deployment. While we are all aware of Docker’s primary use cases, the flexibility of containerization opens up a host of possibilities in your workflow. Let me share a collection of the weird and wonderful ways I have personally leveraged Docker beyond its typical scope. From unexpected productivity hacks to creative solutions for everyday tech challenges, here are some of my most unconventional Docker use cases.

What's better than a game that's 90% off? A game that's 90% off and rated "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam. That way, you know you're not buying a dud game for cheap; in fact, you're likely going to get an experience that people gladly paid a lot more than you for.

I constantly change Windows 11 settings, tweaking them, so its behavior is less irksome and file management is more efficient, improving my productivity. Making specific changes on Windows often requires too many steps if done through the GUI. But I found Sophia Script (available on GitHub), which lets me fine-tune Windows more easily. It’s a PowerShell module that allows you to fine-tune Windows from the CLI.

The Steam Deck is a solid gaming handheld right out of the box. But if you're the kind of person who likes to tweak and personalize your tech, Decky Loader opens up a world of customization. With the right plugins, you can streamline updates, clean up storage, and even give your Steam Deck a fresh look and sound. After spending time testing various options, here are ten plugins that have become essential to my setup.

If your Raspberry Pi is just sitting there running a static dashboard or looping a retro game, you're barely scratching the surface of its capabilities. With the Pi 4 and Pi 5 bringing serious power to the table, there's no reason not to explore projects that push performance, expand your skills, and actually do something useful (or just plain cool). Here are five standout projects that make the most of your Pi’s potential — and might become permanent fixtures in your setup.

If your desk is buried under a mess of cables, gear, and gadgets, 3D printing might be the solution you didn’t know you needed. With just a bit of filament and a few clever designs, you can free up space, eliminate clutter, and make your workspace more functional. These 3D printed mounting solutions are easy to customize and even easier to appreciate once they’re in place. They’ve made a big difference for me, and they’ll do the same for you.

Despite how much some of my XDA colleagues have written about NAS and home labs, I didn't think I would ever get into these topics. But, after many articles, and one in particular from Adam Conway (which I've linked below), I recently bit the bullet and finally set up a home lab and NAS for myself.

From freemium apps that charge subscription fees for additional features to FOSS solutions that can be hosted on your local hardware, the software landscape is riddled with applications designed to help you record, edit, and organize your notes. I’m more of a TriliumNext Notes fanboy, but I’ll admit that there are plenty of cool note-taking platforms out there. Obsidian is amazing for casual users who want a feature-packed platform without delving into the intricacies of self-hosting, while Vikunja is the better option for minimalist users who want a simple app to store their to-do lists.

It's no secret that I have a savings fund for HDD purchases. Between work, home life, and hobbies, I create an astonishingly large amount of digital data. But not every piece of data I make needs saving for posterity, and not every byte is equal when it comes to how quickly I need to access it. Sometimes, I need things much faster than the network link to my NAS will allow, or I need local storage that's fast enough to keep up with video editing or other tasks.