Got ex-lease pc workstation and rebuilt it into a Linux media centre/MAME box
this post was submitted on 21 Oct 2025
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A set of precision screwdrivers.
Goes from like 4 dollars to 40 dollars
No more jamming in a knife and stripping the screw for changing batteries etc.
You can even go all out and get the tamper proof torx ones as well.
A bottle jack. Super cheap, but when you need to lift something super heavy, a bottle jack is the goat.
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A screwdriver set with all the tiny weird heads that you almost never would use. I got one as a gift and it's been really useful
Yes, but please, get a good one. A crappy one is likely to strip heads.
Ifixit sets are highly regarded.
I have a Wiha set, but that may be overkill for many.
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I bought a smart watch for 12 €, which I wouldn't have bought over 15 or 20 because I had no need or particular want.
More than checking time it tracks my pulse, steps, and sleep.
Some whole ago I bought an USB rechargeable fan/unduster thing which is surprisingly powerful.
It didn't have a particular need, you can use your lungs to blow air after all, or fall back to physical. The low price got me interested and to buy.