Welcome back to Hardware Haven. I’m your host, and today we’re talking about tiny computers that completely transformed my smart home. First up: the Raspberry Pi 4. Despite its size, “this thing packs a real punch,” handling Home Assistant, Plex media serving, and even a lightweight VPN all at once. Next, the Intel NUC proved that you can have desktop-class performance in a shoebox-sized chassis. I set it up as my network monitoring hub—no more blind spots in Wi-Fi coverage. Then there’s the LattePanda Alpha, a Windows-ready mini PC that ran my security camera software flawlessly. “It felt like I had a full tower under my TV,” I joked, but it really delivered. Finally, I experimented with the Odroid N2+ as a retro-gaming station and home-brew automation server. Each of these tiny computers showed that you don’t need a bulky machine to get big results. If you’re looking to upgrade your home without sacrificing space, these mini PCs are game changers.
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