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Building a custom GMT watch
With several custom watches under my belt, I felt ready to tackle a more advanced build. This project combines three new elements: building a GMT watch using the NH34 movement, upgrading the crystal, and customizing the date wheel. While these modifications require a few additional tools and introduce some new...
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DIY mechanical watches on a budget
I recently embarked on a watch-building journey, inspired by a YouTube video from Elliot Coll, where he demonstrated how to build custom watches using affordable parts. With the rise of accessible components from platforms like AliExpress, it’s now easier than ever to create unique, high-quality timepieces without breaking the bank....
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Making a stand-alone air quality monitor from our upgraded IKEA Vindriktning
Monitoring the air quality in spaces where you spend a lot of time can be a game-changer for your well-being and productivity. However, the air quality monitor built-in a previous post is tightly linked with Home Assistant (HA), which might limit its use in environments like offices, workshops, garages, and...
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Smart Air Quality Monitoring using an IKEA Vindriktning with ESP8266 & BME680
Effective insulation is key in modern homes, offering comfort and energy efficiency. However, it often comes with a need for better ventilation to maintain a healthy air quality. In this guide, we’re focusing on an innovative, cost-effective way to enhance your home’s air quality using some clever technology. We’ll show...
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How to Upgrade Your Nintendo 3DS with USB-C Charging
Are you tired of fumbling with your Nintendo 3DS charging cable? Do you wish you could use a modern, reversible USB Type-C connector instead? With a few common tools and a little know-how, you can add a USB Type-C port to your Nintendo 3DS charging cradle in no time! In...
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Simple USB Type-C Upgrade for the Raspberry Pi Pico
With USB type C ports now commonplace, keeping micro-USB cables around for some devices can be a bit of a nuisance. The convenience of a single, reversible cable for nearly all your devices is undeniable, and in some devices the micro-USB port can actually be replaced with a USB type...
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ComfyUI and SDXL: New Workflows
The latest version of our software, StableDiffusion, aptly named SDXL, has recently been launched. This has simultaneously ignited an interest in ComfyUI, a new tool that simplifies usability of these models. It’s important to note, however, that the node-based workflows of ComfyUI markedly differ from the Automatic1111 framework that I...