PS5 Disk Drive Drama

Thanks, David D! Hey Dan, and the other two, with Google assistant being so bad now, what is your recommendation for whole home audio solutions. My Google home speakers have gotten really bad.

Thanks, Max H! Hi, I am really hyped for the Backpack. But what happened to no pre-orders ?

Thanks, Ford F! How come Linus became CVO instead of just being Linus, owner of the company and main youtube personality? Tax stuff or something?

Thanks, Nicholas R! Fellow ADHD brothers and sisters unite! What is your best healthy coping mechanism to deal with inability to stay on task? (besides lists and reminders)

Thanks, John R! Good evening LLD, I bought a MSI GT73VR Titan back in 2017 that's still running fine but can't upgrade to Win 11. Would re-imaging it to a non windows OS be a good way to conserve it past EOL in 2025?

Thanks, Randy S! Thanks for the content you guys. Are there any plans to make a video showing super high resolution gaming? Like how you guys did the 16k resolution video back then.. but maybe 32k this time?

Thanks, Robert S! Hey LLD, just got deskmat the other day, will you ever have underwear with Linus face on crotch? Also do you think sd cards will remain the most popular small sff for removable storage goin forward

Thanks, Anonymous! have you ever considered working on a sunhat for the store?

Thanks, Johnny K! Love the show guys! Any updates on the laptop bag? I've been waiting to make a purchase so I can order everything I want at once

Thanks, Anonymous! Doing some Christmas shopping but ended up ordering a lot less than I planned to. Had to fight with the order size limit for UK orders, any way to make this limit visible on the store to save tim?

Thanks, Anonymous! Would you ever collab to mass manufacture an analog fight stick? There is high demand in smash scene and multiple people have custom built hall effect fight sticks but none have mass manufactured them

Thanks, Alex B! When diagnosing a friends dead using their parts in my MOBO, I dropped my CPU and bent the pins! What are some memorable fails that have happened when helping others? PS: Pins bent back and

Thanks, Rachel S! What are your camera/lens and lighting goals for the channels? Will you go more mobile as phone cameras improve (sorry Andy).

Thanks, Kristi N! Hey DLL. Keep being your awesome selves. Love the show and the merch!!

Thanks, Max B! Any news on the Tech Pants? I want some decent quality trousers that have pockets that aren't garbage.

Thanks, Anonymous! LINUS! I was looking through the Assistant settings on my pixel 8 pro and noticed there's an option to set a custom pronunciation for contact names. Might be something for you to look into

Thanks, Brandon D! Can we please have more Dan content? <3

Thanks, Ryan C! Hey LLD, thanks for all of the entertainment and tech tips. Has there ever been any discussion on a retro-themed channel? Can we see more content like the Win98/System 7 videos in the future? Thanks.

Thanks, Nick P! Big fan of the show! You guys need a CAD merch option for your friendly locals! ;)

Thanks, Anonymous! With AMD releasing the Threadripper 7000 series for DIY users, do you think AMD will continue releasing processors for DIY users, or do you think it will flip right back to OEM only despite Intel?

Thanks, Shaun T! What do you guys think of Steam switching Turkish Lira and the Argentine Peso region pricing to the USD pricing?

Thanks, Alex P! Great job guys keep killing it.

Thanks, James R! Don't sweat the petty things, pet the sweaty things.

Thanks, Tsung-yi H! Hey LLD. Linus, have you checked out the Samsung 'The Wall All in one' yet? I remember seeing the WAN show where it was first mentioned and people giving you the right link but also the wrong ones..

Thanks, Anonymous! With AMD releasing the Threadripper 7000 series for DIY users, do you think AMD will continue releasing processors for DIY users, or do you think it will flip right back to OEM only despite Intel?

Thanks, Klein D! DLL, in a recent video, you had split screen footage of cities skylines 2 while you were explaining something. Do you anticipate adding stuff like that for retention in the future? Love the content!

Thanks, Ryan G! LLD, do you see a time when storage servers will just be filled with hundreds or thousands of M.2 drives, providing petabytes of ultra fast storage in a 1 or 2U rack?

Thanks, Joseph B! Love the clothing, the Swacket is still my favorite. PLEASE consider adding cargo pockets on a sweatpants line. Makes a difference to keep items and hands in different pockets.

Thanks, Joseph E! Hi .DLL, which tech concept shown off recently are you most excited for, or that you think would have the biggest impact on the tech space. Also please shout out Mr.Yanu, the best history teacher!

Thanks, Anonymous! Do you have any plans to do more videos with a focus on software development process? Similar to how some of your hardware related content delves into the manufacturing process. ~ A Software Engine

Thanks, Truman K! Can't wait live but need that pro life. What's your favorite usage of a high tech tool in an unusual situation?

Thanks, Jennifer W! Radiator/water cooling print water bottle? Would love!

Thanks, Nick M! Hey LLD, You all have mentioned running personal local LLMs for various purposes. Do you have any intentions of running LTT-wide, enterprise LLMs, trained on your videos and tech data sheets? Why?

Thanks, Anonymous! I bought some 'used' 8TB U.2 Samsung SSD's off ebay for $350, they have less than 150 hours of them. What kind of good gear have you found?

Thanks, Bruce A! As a case toss winner at ltx, having back and forth with NZXT to get my prize, but then I stopped getting replies, reached out to LTX info, creator and LMG main emails for help but got no reply.

Thanks, Max R! Hey fellas. My precision screw driver just broke, so I'm very much looking forward to the launch of the lttstore one. Have you ever considered making double-sided bits for the drivers?

Thanks, George M! Hi LLD! Just took the plunge into Ubiquiti ecosystem. Despite the recent "burning man" switch incident from your recent video, what are you thoughts on using closed ecosystem? Ease vs Flexibility?

Thanks, Jesse C! Hey DLL! Replacing my original LTT full-sized screwdriver that TSA confiscated on a flight. Do you have any plans to release a sub-7" TSA compliant driver? Perfect opportunity to make it 6.9 inches!

Thanks, Anonymous! Hi DLL, as someone who doesn't have a degree but still managed to end up in a good position where most of my peers have a degree. Any ideas to make sure my resume isn't automatically overlooked?

Thanks, Jeffrey J! When will we get another run of LUKE NUKEM shirts?

Thanks, Joshua C! Hey LLD have you heard anything new of "solid state batteries" or is there any other battery tech that you are excited about?

Thanks, Dustin F! Long cargo pants when?

Thanks, Jonathan W! Hey [Linus, Luke, Dan], what is the next (non VR) breakthrough in video game tech that you would like to see? Outside of visuals, are there any big innovations until we move in to full VR to be had?

Thanks, Ryan P! Hello! In my last Merch Message, I learned that the Whonnock Servers were named after the town where Linus grew up. Where do the other LMG server names come from?

Thanks, Scott S! Hey LLD: Any thoughts or awareness on the massive OKTA breach that was reported this week?

Thanks, Yanick B! If Linus can fix his channel while wearing only a strawberry, thought I could try building stuff in my underwear.

Thanks, Dylan M! On a recent WAN show, Luke mentioned the Pixel Buds didn't work for his ear shape. I have the same issue and I was space

Thanks, Roger E! With how quick the shipping was for the Screwdriver and WAN Hoodie going through Amazon, any thoughts on

Thanks, Jaimie D! Whenever I have a video of you on, my wife says "what is he water cooling now?" Also LTT sandals when?

Thanks, Jack M! What is the game y'all are spending the most time playing

Thanks, J M! Hi Dan. Hope you're good, Dan. Notice me... Dan. NOTICE ME DAN.

Thanks, Anonymous! Whats the next main project for the house Linus?

Thanks, Robert M! Love the shirts!

Thanks, Kevin M! How many 2022 sticker packs do you have left?

Thanks, Gregory R! Hey Linus, Luke, and Dan! Looking forward to using the LTT screwdrivers around my new house! As the end of the year is coming up, can you share any goals/future merch for next year?

Thanks, Anonymous! Hey DLL, you guys seem smart and I need some advice. I am currently debating on what to do. I have been

Thanks, Anonymous! Hey DLL, you guys seem smart and I need some advice. I am currently debating on what to do. I have been offered a job twice at a different company than where I currently work at and I'm at a loss.

Thanks, Brandon D! Hey Guys, I switched to Ubuntu for my main OS with Moonlight for gaming. I re-watched the Linux Challenge, while Linux googling, and now its been a year have either of you tried Linux since?

Thanks, Tristan F! Thanks for the free shipping! Finally getting a screwdriver and the flannel for the wife :)

Thanks, Samuel L! Shabbat Shalom, LTT.dll. Can the next Secret Shopper involve Dan playing Abe Weismann...for reasons?

Thanks, Axel C! Hi L Bread and L, YT being an amazing source of info, but mostly in Eng have you thought of creating LLTEspafiol with hosts from latam and focused in our reality where the latest HW is too expensive

Thanks, Caleb M! Hey LLD! What are your thoughts on Windows 11? Have you made the switch? Is it good enough to migrate yet? Love the show!!

Thanks, Anonymous! I just bought silverstones NAS case as an upgrade. What features are important for a NAS case (and what are your favorite NAS based Tech Tips).

Thanks, Jesse C! Hey DLL! Replacing my full sized LTT screwdriver that TSA confiscated from me on a flight. Will you be making a TSA compliant driver (sub-7") in the future? Perfect opportunity to make it 6.9 inches!

Thanks, Nathan J! Hey LLD! Long time listener, first time message. I finish my Associates degree in the spring for IT Support. Thanks for the inspiration. Does LMG have a sysadmin-like setup? Active Directory, etc?

Thanks, Solomon T! Thanks

Thanks, Ashley S! Hey LLD When Intel Arc was first announced it was advertised as having better performance on Vulkan and DirectX12. Since Linux uses translation layers, is Arc a good choice for Linux users? Thanks!

Thanks, Oliver L! Hi DLL, Is there anything you are hoping to get a deal on for black friday?

Thanks, Robert S! I would love it if | could just connect machines with a USB C cable and move things around that way. Would save so much time.

Thanks, Brad B! I moved to rural Wisconsin from a big city and could not believe the amount of people use point to point Internet with dishes on grain silos and stuff from Mom and pa providers like star com LLC

Thanks, Stuart M! Hey DLL have you ever thought about doing a video on PLCs or mobile inductrial equipment. I am a programmer that works with PLCs everyday and think it might make an interesting topic for a video.

Thanks, David G! Hey DLL, what is one thing that you three each adamantly disagree with. Love the pants!!! Would you ever do sport shorts can't find any good ones with quality zippers!

Thanks, Stephen R! Hey LLD! I was thinking of buying a Secretlab gaming chair, and was wondering if they are as good as they are hyped up to be, or are they so prevalent mostly because sponsorships. Thanks!

Thanks, Ernest E! Hey LLD! I get to watch a birthday Wan Show YAY! Linus, being the water cooling nut you are lol. What do you think is missing from the watercooling space that you would make to make it easier?

Thanks, Andrea S! Linus & Luke LOVE your work and free shipping to Australia is cool!

Thanks, Justin P! 36y here, im going back to uni to get a bach comp science degree, its proving difficult but still quite enjoyable. Is there something difficult u are undertaking that you didnt expect to d in Ur 30s?

Thanks, sebastian S! Hi Dan!

Thanks, David L! Hi LLD Question regarding DirectStorage is it worth getting the SABRENT Rocket 4 Plus-G for Gaming or does DirectStorage still need time to develop? Love you guys

Thanks, Jason J! Hey LLD, I have just started working on a home lab and was wondering what you would recommend as a virtualization hypervisor?

Thanks, Nicholas R! Did I miss any discussion on Windows 12 becoming a subscription model? (rumor)

Thanks, Mason M! Hi LLD. What ever happened to the watercooled ps5 that was hinted in the video "Running a YouTube Business is EASY"

Thanks, Juan F! Will LTT collaborate with Noctua ever again?

Thanks, Harley B! Do you guys cook stuff? Like, for fun? What cool or interesting kitchen appliances do you have to talk about

Thanks, Seth B! Did I miss the "deal" on the flanel?

Thanks, Brock M! With the internal network being 10Gb+ at LMG, have you looked at video IP routing and then local footage becomes backup? Would be cool to see outside broadcast. (SMPTE 2110)?

Thanks, Matt Y! How's the infrastructure overhaul going? I remember in the spring you were hiring a new infrastructure admin and that there was a lot to do. Any interesting bits to share?

Thanks, Jack M! Hey DLL. Love you Dan. Any update on a good bit holder? That magnetic clamshell Linus showed ages ago looked amazing and I want it!!!

Thanks, Timothy C! Glad to see you back. What games have you guys been playing recently?

Thanks, Shane R! Hey guys! Love the show was wondering if any of you have played golf before, also polyester polo when??

Thanks, Nicholas M! Love the pajama pants, buying a 2nd pair. “Lay flat to dry" ? Ain't no one got time for that! What will happen if I put them in the dryer? Will they shrink? Fall apart? Explode my dryer? Wormhole?

Thanks, Ashley M! Luke, did you catch up with citizencon? Linus, where is that Idris you owe? Dan, hi, keep up the good work. Lots of love. Rentaspoon ❤️ PS It's vague not VAAAAAAG 😤

Thanks, Holden F! Have y'all heard about McDonald's app updating it's Terms of Service to include *forced arbitration*? Do you feel like companies adding this on their products down the line could be a slippery slope?

Thanks, Tim F! Yo L, Awesome Starfield streams! Watching on YouTube cuz some hero stole the Twitch vods :) A while ago you mentioned having some mental struggles, and I was wondering if you had any tips for when

Thanks, Geovanny T! Feels Good Story Got the SC hoodie for Lime day- got my usual size XL. Didn't fit me that well, thus there was only one option Start working out, down 15 lbs and feeling better and warmer than ever

Thanks, Tim B! A few months back you teased a messenger bag that looked awesome! Any updates on that? I'll be going back to the office in December and would like to get something more professional than my Jansport.

Thanks, David K! Whats up boyz. what are your go to breakfast meals?

Thanks, Anonymous! Missing hints about limits in the shop don't can spend more money ... ;-P

Thanks, Ahmad S! Any plans for more smart-casual office clothing?

Thanks, Matt b! free shipping test - HI from Australia

Thanks, Liam O! I am disappointed in the the lack of confirmshaming on lttstore.com

Thanks, Anonymous! I guess this is better than a superchat, way more expensive though. Also, the modeling photos with the sizes and heights of the models is really helpful (you need more Dennis stuff)

Thanks, Peter S! Hey guys the (Lenovo Legion Go) what are your thoughts I am in the market. THANKS

Thanks, Jorge S! Hey DLL I love the SFF build videos. Wondering if you guys would ever do a build in the Skyreach S4T or something similar using a Mini STX board and mini power supply with a SFF graphics card?

Thanks, Billy S! Hello DLL and future me! I recently started playing Skyrim but found the combat and movement quite clumpy compared to modern RPGs. What games do you wish you would have played at their prime?

Thanks, Simon H! Hi LLD, last year I bought an OLED TV & noticed most movies don't use pitch black. Even the credits on 'the Batman' were dark gray. As someone who has insight into editing am I wrong for wanting this?

Thanks, Ryan M! Wooh!!! LG Wing!!

Thanks, Christopher R! Hopefully I can clean the sticky D-Pad on my Chromecast remote

Thanks, Makayla R! Linus, Have you had any experience with the Amazon one palm entry stores. How do you feel about the palm reading technology? do you see this spreading to other companies for different applications.

Thanks, Mitchell, D! it's stupid hard to find all cotton clothes in north america, especially sweats, especially long sizes. thank you for 'the dropout'. why do you think it's so rare, and more all cotton coming?

Thanks, Aleksandr P! Hey Luke, how do you like your Pixel 8 Pro? Watching WAN live for the first time. Heard your notification go off. I thought it was my phone.

Thanks, Noah W! protect trans kids!

Thanks, Junrui X! Hi DLL, favourite horror game or media?

Thanks, Charles B! Will there ever be an option to purchase signed items. For instance, the children's book autographed by Linus. Also, how about pre-shrunk t- shirts? I worry about shrinkage with t-shirts.

Thanks, Cody B! Uncle Linus

Thanks, andrew L! Hi Bros, i need more stuff (-:

Thanks, Haider A! Update on the Sling Bag aka Steam Deck Bag? If it's not happening, any alternative recommendations for slings?

Thanks, Anonymous! Hi LLD. Linus, did you get a callus on your pinkie from holding your phone like that? I did.

Thanks, Brandon G! When will a hard shell case be coming for the LTT Screwdriver and all my bits??

Thanks, Slitzerikai K! Dear LLD, I will use my first ever purchase in the hopes of getting you guys to talk more Final Fantasy VI. Linus, Edgar or Sabin?

Thanks, brenton w! Hi from Australia.

Thanks, Daniel C! Still loving the content and the merch. It was sad to hear that LTX2024 isn't happening but will we get the dunk tank video? I was the only person to dunk Luke and I want proof!

Thanks, Rudy A! Have you done a review of Cooler Master Qube 500?

Thanks, David D! Can't wait for my mouse pad, are you guys ever going to have a LLT branded cleaning and approved product for the mouse pads?

Thanks, andrew L! Hi Tech Bro's love your merch (and Jerry's) what is your fave moment or poject at LTT/LMG

Thanks, SIU HONG L! What is your experience with newer drones? It seems that LTT has had some involvement in Photography and Cameras, and in the past some drones were reviewed. there any projects planned regarding it?

Thanks, justin B! WOW, I got a Merch Message.

Thanks, Spenser F! I use the Logitech trackball mice but the buttons stop working after a about a year, what would you recommend as a better trackball mouse (not concerned with gaming functions, just need it to last).

Thanks, Joshua R! Hey Linus and Luke, glad to finally catch you two live! Is there any chance any past enamel pins will return to the LTTStore?

Thanks, Zachary G! Hello LLD, do you have any opinions on the popularity of hardcore gaming and players willingness to risk everything?

Thanks, Taylor A! Hi DLL. Long time watcher, first time shopper (while live anyway). Are there any updates about the LAN at Linus’ house for ubiquity?

Thanks, Cameron J! Hi DLL, is the triangular shape of the screwdriver handle in part because when you store it in your back pocket towards the hip you can still sit down in a chair comfortably?

Thanks, Anonymous! With the UNREAL engine promoting "Al Powered" smart NPCs in future games, should GPU testing now include an Al benchmarking suit (like stable diffusion) for a generic A2A comparison?

Thanks, Anonymous! Linus, do you keep any backup computer at home? I would go crazy if I had to fix my computer on the regular. Ur crazy...

Thanks, Bernard C! Hit them Dan! With bread. Please?

Thanks, Jonathan O! Hi LLD, have you used the search program called Everything? It's a very quick and accurate search for Windows. I just wish I could replace Windows search with it.

Thanks, salvador s! Linus, now that you got Luke to play final fantasy when will you play Titan Fall 2 campaign and share your thoughts on the game?

Thanks, Carlos V! DLL, missed out on the bread pillow. Will there be a 2nd run? Love what you guys do.

Thanks, Joshua G! Did you guys see the star engine demo Cloud Imperium Gaming showed at CitizenCon last weekend? And what did you think about it?

Thanks, Liaan K! Hey DLL. Just shouting out the Springboks (South Africa) who will be winning the rugby world cup tonight!!! Go South Africa!!!

Thanks, Jason T! Luke - I know you have challenges with dyslexia (god i hope i spelled that right). What about spoonerism? That's one I discovered is actually a thing recently.

Thanks, Anonymous! Any updates on the yoga pants? I've been telling my wife how much Sarah raved about them on the WAN show and I can't hold her off forever. 1 month or 1 year?

Thanks, Steven H! How much power does it take to run the pool loop? How many computers would it need to cool to break even with the running costs?

Thanks, Steven S! Would the Noctua LTT Screwdriver be avaliable in time to be under my Christmas tree or would it arrive later*? Asking for a friend...

Thanks, Abel-Augustine S! Hello Dan and his merry men, are there any employees that you feel deserve more recognition but arent in a role where they would typically be in the spotlight. PS please rerun the uncle linus bottle ❤️

Thanks, Zach P! Backpack Lite when? Size difference (Liters)? Will it still hold at least 2 laptops? Trying to decide if I should go big or not, but do need two laptop slots.

Thanks, Garrett E! Hey dll! Long time listener, first time merch messenger. I, like Luke, am a bird enjoyer. Does anyone else on the LMG team have birds other than Luke? And could we see any bird themed merch items?

Thanks, Robin C! Hi Linus, you are rich and frugal, what you doing with all your excess money? Bill Gates didn't leave any for his children.

Thanks, Eduardo E! Sony tech here, bluerays have been console locked with daughter boards for every single playstation by law and the ps5 wasn't gonna be the one to not adhere to that rule, in this case is not up to Sony

Thanks, Luis Ignacio R! Hello World! Good show

Thanks, Anonymous! I like how Linus is at an age where complicated names like iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th gen), USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 & Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 don't deserve to be memorized in his head. What other names infuriate you?

Thanks, Anonymous! Do you see more future application for magnetic tape storage? Could a tape NAS be a practical thing one day?

Thanks, Rachit B! hey LDL, a few wan meets ago u talked about silicon fabs, how hard do u think would it be for a developing country like india to set up their own silicon fab as good as tsmc and samsung have

Thanks, AJ O! Linus, I've been meaning to ask you, since you have your computer on a server rack instead of in your room, how do you turn your PC on remotely? Do you have wireless keyboard & mouse that reaches far?

Thanks, Eli M! Really excited for the Bigscreen Beyond review!

Thanks, juan C! Hello LLD first time buying merch just wanted to ask if Dbrand is still sponsoring your funeral. ;)

Thanks, David R! I was let go as the sole Senior Systems Engineer at a large org that was grossly negligent and had some of the worst infra I've seen in my career. I'm 19, thoughts on me leaving a Glassdoor review?

Thanks, Thomas B! YAY Free Shipping!

Thanks, Jordan S! hello LLD. Lunch kit for the backpack? How about long leg boxers? Let me give you more money. Just please don't tell my SO.

Thanks, Donald S! With AR being able to be used even on lower tier work devices like the samsung Xcover pro. What are some ways you foresee AR being used in business. Ex: Walmart uses "Vizpick" for keeping log of stock

Thanks, Milan M! Hi LLD, I work in the bioinformatics. Would you consider some sort of collab to show people how HPC clusters/servers are actually used and what's actually meant by "scientific applications" in biology?

Thanks, Wagner F! Hello LLD Buying my first Giftcard to save up for shipping. Linus, what happened to your "DIY Watercooling Bed"? Always curious if you still use or stayed with the Eight Sleep Mattress. Is it any good?

Thanks, jacob s! why didn't you use the controlled atmospheric chamber to test the sub-ambient PC? wouldn't humidity control be helpful to ensure as little moisture buildup as possible?

Thanks, Christian P! Hi DLL, what do you think of using raspberry pi boards as a way to mod and bring life to old handheld consoles?

Thanks, Rick M! Linus, Luke.... Thoughts on Steam OS as a main gaming console on a TV? my mothers disabled (her sight, and brain damage) Anyway her Xbox keeps crashing and corrupting save files looking for new option

Thanks, Andrew X! Hi LLD! How do you go about meeting new people besides your coworkers? I've been out of college for a year and have been working from home but struggling to meet new people.

Thanks, Allen M! Hey LLD Curious as to why you think computerrepair shops are a bad idea. As someone who has run their own for the past decade somewhat succesfully (I mean, we're still here.) Gen/x/z are quite Luddite

Thanks, Andrew H! Hello DLL (cuz Dan is clearly most important1) what's one thing you didn't do early on that you do now that you wish you did earlier? What's one thing you did do early on you're glad you left behind?