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3 Ways to Run Raspberry Pi Desktop on a Virtual Machine
Most of the tutorials on this website are here to help you solve a specific problem on the Raspberry Pi. But this time, we won’t be working on the Raspberry Pi directly. Instead, I’ll be showing you how to run Raspberry Pi OS in a virtual machine on Windows, macOS, or Linux.…
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Magic Mirror on Raspberry Pi: Complete Installation Guide
I’ve always been fascinated by the idea of having my own smart mirror, so I finally gave the Magic Mirror project a try with a Raspberry Pi. But most guides just make things harder than necessary. So I put together a simple, beginner-friendly version that actually works. Let me…
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I Tried Running a Photoshop Clone on Raspberry Pi
I recently discovered a reverse-engineered Photoshop project that’s a clone of the popular image-editing software from Adobe. It’s called PhotoCraft, and it’s open-source and completely free to use. I decided to play around with it on my Raspberry Pi to see if it lives up to the…
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9 Raspberry Pi Projects That Replace a Monthly Subscription
I’ve never liked paying a monthly fee for software I could run myself. Over the years, this has pushed me to replace more and more cloud services with free, self-hosted alternatives on my local network. And for many of them, a Raspberry Pi is more than enough. A Raspberry Pi can…
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Parrot OS on Raspberry Pi: A Kali Linux Alternative
I’ve always been a fan of Kali Linux. It’s my go-to distribution for security projects, and seeing it featured in movies probably helped make it my default choice over the years. But Kali isn’t the only option out there, and even on a Raspberry Pi, there are alternatives worth…
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5 Best Web Browsers to Use on Raspberry Pi (I Tested Them)
I used to stick with Chromium on my Raspberry Pi just because it was the default, and maybe you do too. Some now go for Firefox, since it comes pre-installed on newer versions. But are those really the best options? I tested several browsers, and here are the top 5 worth…
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9 Raspberry Pi Projects to Learn Linux, Coding & Networking
Over the years, I’ve learned more about Linux, Python, and networking by building Raspberry Pi projects than I ever would have by memorizing commands and theory. Once you have a real project to work on, the concepts stop feeling abstract and start making sense. Raspberry Pi is…
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How to Mount a USB Drive on Raspberry Pi
I’ve used USB drives with Raspberry Pi for all kinds of projects, and mounting them is still one of those things I think Linux makes unnecessarily confusing. If you’re new to Raspberry Pi, even finding where to start can be frustrating. Let me show you how to get your USB drive…
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8 Raspberry Pi Accessories That Look Cool But Aren’t Worth It
I’ve bought plenty of Raspberry Pi accessories over the years, including several I probably wouldn’t buy again. It’s easy to get excited about an add-on when you see it online, only to realize later that it’s not that useful for you. Here are the ones I recommend thinking twice…
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Possibly the Best Value Raspberry Pi 5 Case I’ve Tested
I’ve tested many Raspberry Pi cases over the years, for all budgets. I know how hard it can be to pick the right one for your project and budget. The Pironman 5 Max and Pro Max are clearly the best options right now, but they are not cheap. So when Elecrow sent me their new...
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Raspberry Pi Starter Kit vs Separate Parts: Which is Cheaper?
When you’re shopping for your first Raspberry Pi, it’s tempting to grab a starter kit and be done with it. But after comparing prices and looking closely at what you actually get, I found that the choice between a kit and separate parts isn’t as obvious as it seems. Buying…
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Raspberry Pi OS: A Complete Guide to the New Control Centre
If you’ve just upgraded to Raspberry Pi OS Trixie, some settings may not be where you expect them to be. Tools like Appearance Settings, Screen Configuration, Mouse and Keyboard settings, and other small utilities have been grouped into a new app called Control Centre. I think…
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5 Best Remote Desktop Options for Raspberry Pi
There are several ways to access a Raspberry Pi remotely, and I’ve tried most of them over the years. Some are very easy to set up, while others work better depending on what computer you’re connecting from or what you want to do. In this article, I’ll compare the main options…
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3 Ways to Add Games to RetroPie on Raspberry Pi
I’ve written about RetroPie many times, and adding games is still one of the first things that confuses new users. The process is actually pretty simple once you know where the files need to go, but some methods are much more convenient than others depending on your setup. Once…
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Do You Really Need a Raspberry Pi Case?
When I got my first Raspberry Pi, buying a case felt like one more expense I could probably avoid. After all, the board works without one, so why spend extra money? But after using Raspberry Pis for years on all kinds of projects, my answer now is a bit more nuanced. A Raspberry…
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How to Identify Which Raspberry Pi Model You Have
You bought a Raspberry Pi a few months or years ago and have no idea what model you have. This is a problem because you’ll need this information to order accessories or install a new operating system. No worries, I’ll give you tips on how to find which one you have easily. Most…
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Do You Need a USB Wi-Fi Adapter for Raspberry Pi?
A common question when you first get a Raspberry Pi is whether you have to purchase a separate USB adapter for Wi-Fi. If so, should you get one? I’ll help you figure out whether you need one and what to look for if you do. Most Raspberry Pi models have built-in wireless and…
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3 Raspberry Pi Upgrades Actually Worth Paying For
I’ve tested so many accessories for RaspberryTips over the years that my closets and drawers are full of things I never use. But I also have a few ones that rarely leave my desk. They are essentials to my daily tests with Raspberry Pis. If you are looking for your next gadget,…
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8 Reasons Your Raspberry Pi Wi-Fi is Slow (and How to Fix it)
Whenever my Raspberry Pi is slow over Wi-Fi, I’ve learned that the problem is usually not the Wi-Fi network itself. Most of the time, it comes down to the Pi’s setup. And when you look into it, it’s often one of the same few causes. If you’re having the same issue, here are the…
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I Tested the Best Wi-Fi Adapters for Raspberry Pi
Over the years, I’ve mostly used the default Wi-Fi on my Raspberry Pis, and it’s good enough for most projects. But when you start putting the Pi in a case, moving it from the router, or using a fancy Wi-Fi access point that can handle faster speeds, it makes sense to look into…