The TechBeat: I Replaced $1,200/Year in Cloud Subscriptions With a Single Home Server. Here's What I Learned. (2/23/2026) | HackerNoon 2/23/2026: Trending stories on Hackernoon today!

The TechBeat: I Replaced $1,200/Year in Cloud Subscriptions With a Single Home Server. Here's What I Learned. (2/23/2026) #Technology #Business #Other #HomeServer #CloudSavings #TechDIY

https://hackernoon.com/2-23-2026-techbeat?source=rss

look, y'all, just because you had a thought that involved "keyboard" does not mean that thought is something you need to execute and bring to life

#keyboard #keyboards #mechanicalkeyboard #mechanicalkeyboards #horriblekeyboards #diy #tech #techtalk #techdiy #diytech #customkeyboard #customkeyboards

I just scored a used Switch & a Noctua A9x14 fan on eBay, and grabbed the NXii Console Shell Replacement from SetEngineering on Etsy. Can’t wait to tear it down, clean it up, and build my own “Switch Pro” in the next couple months! 🔧🎮 #NintendoSwitch #SwitchMod #TechDIY #GamingSetup #Modding #Gamers

I converted this tiny laptop into a Linux work machine, and it shouldn't work this well The X Plus Storm 10 laptop flies through demanding tasks and runs Linux seamlessly.

I converted this tiny laptop into a Linux work machine, and it shouldn't work this well #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #LaptopsandComputers #Linux #TechDIY #LaptopUpgrade

BOTH! Microsoft TODO and ONEDRIVE now running perfectly on RPI 4! 🎉
Why does this matter? I just migrated my ENTIRE Luna UI Server to a Raspberry Pi!
lightweight, efficient, and portable! 🔥🔥🔥
#RaspberryPi #RPI4 #MicrosoftTODO #OneDrive #AI #SelfHosted #OpenSource #TechDIY

Control Home Assistant with a Tablet

Have you seen how I made My smart home more local thanks to Zigbee and some cheap tablets running Home Assistant? 🤯

See the 𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 I built for my kid! 👇

https://youtu.be/iA0u9uCIXyE

#SmartHomeUpdate #TechDIY #HomeAssistant

Control Home Assistant with a Tablet

My smart home is now more local thanks to Zigbee and some cheap tablets running Home Assistant. 🤯

Response time? Instant. Privacy? Maxed out.

See the 𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 I built for my kid! 👇

https://youtu.be/iA0u9uCIXyE

#SmartHomeUpdate #TechDIY #HomeAssistant

Inside My $1,000 Homelab: How I Rebuilt Big Tech Services in a Tiny Rack So this is not a style of blogs I am used to writing, this is more of a development documentation in my homelab journey, my initial steps, improvements I made, things I learnt, questionable choices I...

Inside My $1,000 Homelab: How I Rebuilt Big Tech Services in a Tiny Rack #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #Other #Homelab #TechDIY #BigTech

🚀 Voice-Controlled Smart Fan DIY! 🤖✨
#SmartHome #VoiceControl #DIYTech #HomeAutomation #TechDIY #elecfreaks #micro:bit #ai #codingforkids

To enhance the project, users proposed custom firmware on Grandstream ATAs for spam filtering. There's also interest in creating a peer-to-peer calling system to bypass third-party services like Twilio entirely. #TechDIY 4/6

Our Father’s Day Project Contest is ON!
The first 10 entries score an exclusive keyring gift
PLUS — 2 winners will each receive a $50 Maker Store voucher!
Don’t miss out 👉 Enter here: 1ma.kr/5783n

#MakerStore #MakerStoreAU #MakerStoreUSA #MakerStoreUK #maker #DIYProjects #FathersDay #TechDIY

Fully working PC fished out from a dumpster and rehabbed — trash-binned system can still run Linux and light games The PC, which was rescued from a dumpster, has an Intel Core i5-6600 CPU and an AMD Radeon R9 380 GPU.

Fully working PC fished out from a dumpster and rehabbed — trash-binned system can still run Linux and light games #Technology #ConsumerTechnology #LaptopsandComputers #Linux #Recycling #TechDIY

There are two parts to #automation:
1) #Planning, #Strategizing, #Drawing how it'll all work
2) Actually following the plan

Most people skip 1) and then blame it on the tech when they get stuck.

#automation #notion #businessautomation #diytech #techdiy #diy

V2 of the recycled parts #ThermalCamera 🛠️
Tapped the analog video signal and wired in a port for power and on/off control.
Bad news: target device can’t read the signal 😬
Possible fix in the works... stay tuned.
#DIYElectronics #AnalogVideo #Recycled #ElectronicsRepair #HardwareHacks #Maker #TechDIY

Experimenting with #NoCode tools—build apps without coding. 🛠️ #TechDIY

Top 37 Electrical Projects for Engineering Students Discover a wide range of latest innovative electrical projects ideas for engineering students such as power systems, electronics, automation, and more.

35+ Electrical Engineering Projects.

Check out the full list here www.electronicsforu.com/electr.../ee...

[Code, Circuit, and Step-by-step Guide Available for FREE]

#ElectricalEngineering #EEEProjects #EngineeringStudents #FinalYearProject #TechDIY #ElectricalProjects #electricalprojectideas

¿Un eReader que se convierte en mini portátil con teclado deslizante? Un modder ha transformado el Onyx BOOX Poke 2 Color en un UMPC DIY con Android y pantalla E Ink. Si lo tuyo es escribir bajo el sol, esto es oro puro.

#UMPC #OnyxBOOX #EInk #TechDIY #RetroGadgets

How to Install Linux on Chromebook: 3 Easy Ways That Actually Work azahar.in/how-to-insta...

#LinuxOnChromebook #InstallLinux #ChromebookTips #LinuxTutorial #TechHowTo #LinuxForBeginners #ChromebookGuide #LinuxInstallHelp #LinuxOSGuide #TechDIY #LinuxSupport

L'A.I.T.E Ball: une boule magique 8-ball réinventée avec l'IA! 🔮 Ce projet DIY fonctionne 100% hors-ligne grâce à un Orange Pi et Gemma 3. Posez vos questions à voix haute, et la boule vous répond sans internet. Le futur de l'IA personnelle est déjà là! #TechDIY #IAlocale patb.ca/r/lv2

Top 10 DIY Science Kits You Can Build at Home in 2025 Explore the top 10 DIY science kits to build at home in 2025 and discover 5 cheap science kits for kids 2025. Enjoy your DIY science adventures today.

Unlock the excitement of hands-on learning with the top 10 DIY science kits you can create at home in 2025. These kits make science fun, accessible, and engaging.
#ScienceForKids #DIYScience #STEMProjects
#HomeExperiments #TechDIY #InnovateAtHome #HandsOnLearning

I’m loving this new direction — 3D printing, modeling, building tech, and DIY projects.

Feels like I’ve finally found my flow again after the AI noise threw me off.

Can you actually turn this maker life into a career?

I’m going to find out. 👀
#3DPrinting #Makers #TechDIY

Pottsy Builds Welcome to Pottsy Builds – your go-to channel for creative engineering, 3D printing projects, mini tech builds, and DIY electronics! Whether you're into building gadgets, experimenting with robotics, ...

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I'm launching @Pottsy Builds – all about 3D printing, mini tech builds, and DIY engineering.

⚡️ Goal: Hit 200 subs before the first video drops!

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#3Dprinting #Makers #TechDIY #Robotics

¿Tienes una Raspberry Pi 5 cogiendo polvo? 🧑‍🔧 El nuevo Radxa Dual 2.5G Router HAT la convierte en un router de alto rendimiento con 2 puertos 2.5 GbE y NVMe 🔥 Por 40$, es brutal lo que ofrece.

#RaspberryPi #Networking #TechDIY #Radxa #MakerLife

How to Create Your Own AI Assistant https://softtechhub.us/2025/03/08/how-to-create-your-own-ai-assistant/ #AIAssistant #ArtificialIntelligence #TechDIY #Automation #PersonalAssistant #AI #MachineLearning #TechForEveryone #Innovation #SmartTech #Programming #DigitalAssistant #FutureOfWork #AIProjects #Entrepreneurship #CodingSkills

How to Create Your Own AI Assistant
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#AIAssistant #ArtificialIntelligence #TechDIY #Automation #PersonalAssistant #AI #MachineLearning #TechForEveryone #Innovation #SmartTech #Programming #DigitalAssistant #FutureOfWork #AIProjects #Entrepreneurship #CodingSkills

Este PC portátil Linux está fabricado con un viejo teléfono Android, un teclado y una carcasa impresa en 3D Descubre el HaPlay Go Zero, un PC Linux portátil creado con un smartphone reciclado, teclado e impresión 3D por solo $42.

🔥 Del cajón de los trastos a la tecnología moderna: Este hacker ha convertido un viejo Xiaomi en un PC Linux portátil con teclado físico ¡por solo $42! 💻 #TechDIY #LinuxPortatil #UpcyclingTech #HardwareHacking #eWasteReduction www.hardwarepremium.com/noticias/134...

🎵 Transform your Raspberry Pi into the ultimate music server with Kodi! Enjoy a seamless media experience. 🎧
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Make your music setup smarter today! 🚀
#RaspberryPi #MusicServer #KodiSetup #MiniPC #HomeAudio #TechTips #MediaStreaming #TechDIY #RaspberryPiProjects #HomeTheater

Turn an Old Computer Into a Media Server Part 2 Adding a Storage Drive and Setting Up SMB Shares With Ubuntu Server installed and ready to go, your old PC has been transformed into a dedicated server, ready to take on its next task: hosting your very own Jellyfin media library. Before we get to J...

Turn an Old Computer Into a Media Server Part 2

Learn how to take your DIY media server to the next level:
🖥️ Add storage drives
🔗 Set up SMB shares
💾 Organize your media library

Your old PC just got way cooler.

📖 Read here: diymediaserver.com/posts/turn-a...

#Linux #TechDIY #MediaServer

How to Fix a Broken Charging Port: A Comprehensive Guide - Trend Friday Struggling with a broken charging port? Learn how to fix common charging port issues with our step-by-step guide. Tips include cleaning, realigning pins, and when to seek professional help.

Charging troubles? ⚡ Don’t stress! Learn how to fix your phone’s charging port at home with our step-by-step guide. 🛠️📱 #FixItYourself #TechDIY #ChargingIssues trendfriday.com/how-to-fix-a...

Raspberry Pi Handbook 2025: Guide to Astounding Projects Discover the fascinating world of Raspberry Pi in this comprehensive guide. From the advanced Raspberry Pi 5 to the beginner-friendly Raspberry Pi Pico 2

🤖✨ The Official Raspberry Pi Handbook 2025 is here! Packed with tips, tricks, and amazing projects to unleash your creativity. A must-have guide for makers and tech enthusiasts! 🛠️📚 #RaspberryPi #TechDIY #Makers #Innovation

🔗 Read more: innovirtuoso.com/technology/t...