Long Play Tech https://longplaytech.com/ Recent content on Long Play Tech Hugo -- gohugo.io en-US Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Blu-ray Players and DVDs https://longplaytech.com/posts/dvd-blu-ray-player-guide/ Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/dvd-blu-ray-player-guide/ Long Play Tech

It takes a lot of work getting DVD video on an HDTV.

Tags: DVD | Blu-ray | Physical Media

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 DVD: a Format Full of Secrets https://longplaytech.com/posts/dvd-blu-ray-4k/ Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/dvd-blu-ray-4k/ Long Play Tech

4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray and the amazing engineering feats of DVD.

Tags: DVD | Blu-ray | Physical Media

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 Now Is the Best Time to Start Collecting Blu-rays https://longplaytech.com/posts/best-time-to-start-collecting-blu-rays/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/best-time-to-start-collecting-blu-rays/ Long Play Tech

Why Blu-rays have never been a better deal and why they're going the way of vinyl.

Tags: Blu-ray | DVD | Physical Media

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 You Don’t Need a Second Brain. You Need a Journal. https://longplaytech.com/posts/bullet-journal-second-brain/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/bullet-journal-second-brain/ Long Play Tech

The most effective productivity, privacy, and focus tools are a notebook and a pen.

Tags: journaling | second brain | privacy

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 The Retro Handheld Sweet Spot: Miyoo Mini Plus https://longplaytech.com/posts/miyoo-mini-plus-retro-handheld/ Sat, 23 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/miyoo-mini-plus-retro-handheld/ Long Play Tech

When it comes to bang-for-your-buck and ease of setup, the Miyoo Mini Plus is a clear winner.

Tags: emulation | Miyoo Mini

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 How to Jailbreak the 4th Gen Kindle https://longplaytech.com/posts/jailbreak-kindle-4th-gen/ Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/jailbreak-kindle-4th-gen/ Long Play Tech

Don't throw out a working e-reader! Keep it going and add capabilities with KOReader.

Tags: Kindle | e-books | e-ink

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 Emulate GunCon2 With a Wii Remote https://longplaytech.com/posts/emulate-guncon2-with-wii-remote/ Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/emulate-guncon2-with-wii-remote/ Long Play Tech

How to use a Nintendo Wii Remote to play Playstation 2 light gun games.

Tags: PS2 | GunCon | Wii | light gun | PS1 | Playstation

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 It’s a Steam Deck Mini https://longplaytech.com/posts/android-handhelds-portable-powerhouse/ Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/android-handhelds-portable-powerhouse/ Long Play Tech

Android handhelds are becoming a portable powerhouse.

Tags: Android | Steam Deck | emulation | Retroid Pocket

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 Why CDs Are Great in 2026 https://longplaytech.com/posts/why-cds-are-great-in-2026/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/why-cds-are-great-in-2026/ Long Play Tech

All the benefits of vinyl, and more, at a fraction of the cost.

Tags: CD | Streaming | Vinyl

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 How to Play CDs in 2026 https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-play-cds-in-2026/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-play-cds-in-2026/ Long Play Tech

You might already have everything you need to get started.

Tags: CD | DVD | Blu-ray | Streaming

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 CD Carousels: The Offline Playlist https://longplaytech.com/posts/onkyo-dv-cp702/ Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/onkyo-dv-cp702/ Long Play Tech

Ditch the algorithm and make your own playlist with CDs.

Tags: CD | DVD | Streaming

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 My Steam Machine Update and Upgrades https://longplaytech.com/posts/steam-machine-win11/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/steam-machine-win11/ Long Play Tech

It's still a Steam Machine even if it runs Windows 11, right?

Tags: Windows 11 | Steam | Bazzite

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 Why Your New Game Console Broke HDMI-CEC (And How to Fix It) https://longplaytech.com/posts/hdmi-cec-broken/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/hdmi-cec-broken/ Long Play Tech

HDMI-CEC has a hidden 3-device limit for game consoles.

Tags: HDMI

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 8BitDo 64 Controller D-Pad Diagonal Fix https://longplaytech.com/posts/8bitdo-64-controller-diagonal-fix/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/8bitdo-64-controller-diagonal-fix/ Long Play Tech

Oversensitive and unwanted diagonals are back. This mod should help.

Tags: modding | controllers | 8BitDo

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 Have an old iPad? Make a Mini Display! https://longplaytech.com/posts/mini-displays-old-ipad/ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/mini-displays-old-ipad/ Long Play Tech

Your old iPad can give you a productivity boost.

Tags: productivity | monitor

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 How to Get DRM-Free Audiobooks https://longplaytech.com/posts/drm-free-audiobooks/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/drm-free-audiobooks/ Long Play Tech

Audible has a competitor that offers a similar service with books you actually own.

Tags: audiobooks | DRM

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 Cronos: The New Dawn Easy Mode https://longplaytech.com/posts/cronos-the-new-dawn-easy-mode/ Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/cronos-the-new-dawn-easy-mode/ Long Play Tech

Make this tough game easier with these mods for Windows or the Steam Deck.

Tags: Steam Deck | Windows | modding

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 Panasonic TC-P42U1 Latency and Specs https://longplaytech.com/posts/panasonic-tc-p42u1-latency-and-specs/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/panasonic-tc-p42u1-latency-and-specs/ Long Play Tech

See this plasma's specs and how it handles input latency with retro game consoles.

Tags: plasma | TV

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 Plasma TVs are Awesome! https://longplaytech.com/posts/plasma-tvs-are-awesome/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/plasma-tvs-are-awesome/ Long Play Tech

These displays cost next to nothing and perform as well as modern ones.

Tags: plasma | TV

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 Wake Bazzite from Sleep Using a Controller https://longplaytech.com/posts/wake-bazzite-from-sleep-using-a-controller/ Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/wake-bazzite-from-sleep-using-a-controller/ Long Play Tech

It's possible, but requires some scripts specific to your system.

Tags: Steam | Bazzite | Linux

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 How to Install Silksong mods on the Steam Deck https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-install-silksong-mods-on-the-steam-deck/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-install-silksong-mods-on-the-steam-deck/ Long Play Tech

Having a tough time with Hollow Knight: Silksong? These mods will help.

Tags: Steam Deck | modding

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 Get HDMI 2.1 in Bazzite (mostly) https://longplaytech.com/posts/get-hdmi-2-1-in-bazzite-mostly/ Sun, 03 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/get-hdmi-2-1-in-bazzite-mostly/ Long Play Tech

There is a way to get HDMI 2.1 support in Linux, but it's an adaptor hack that isn't perfect.

Tags: Steam | Bazzite | Linux | HDMI

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 How to Set up Bazzite for TV Gaming https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-set-up-bazzite-for-tv-gaming/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-set-up-bazzite-for-tv-gaming/ Long Play Tech

With Linux lacking HDMI 2.1 support, getting your games onto a 4K TV over HDMI can be troublesome.

Tags: Steam | Bazzite | Linux | HDMI

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 Ditch the Console Build a Steam Machine https://longplaytech.com/posts/ditch-the-console-build-a-steam-machine/ Sun, 27 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/ditch-the-console-build-a-steam-machine/ Long Play Tech

Drop console lock-in for a Steam Machine with Steam OS or Bazzite. Here's my mid-range build.

Tags: Steam | SteamOS | Bazzite | Linux

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 The Best Wireless CarPlay Screen https://longplaytech.com/posts/the-best-wireless-carplay-screen/ Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/the-best-wireless-carplay-screen/ Long Play Tech

Add a high-quality wireless CarPlay or Android Auto screen to any vehicle.

Tags: Apple CarPlay | Android Auto

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 Fix Wireless CarPlay Disconnects https://longplaytech.com/posts/fix-wireless-carplay-disconnects/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/fix-wireless-carplay-disconnects/ Long Play Tech

A cheap way to fix spotty wireless CarPlay or Android Auto. Or add a wireless connection to your car.

Tags: Apple CarPlay | Android Auto

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 Reading Comics and Books on the BOOX Go 7 https://longplaytech.com/posts/reading-comics-and-books-on-the-boox-go-7/ Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/reading-comics-and-books-on-the-boox-go-7/ Long Play Tech

Make comics look great on any BOOX e-reader with these settings.

Tags: Comics | E-books | E-ink

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 Optimize Comics for E-Readers https://longplaytech.com/posts/optimize-comics-for-e-readers/ Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/optimize-comics-for-e-readers/ Long Play Tech

Make manga look their best by removing the “rainbow effect” and save storage space in the process.

Tags: Comics | CBZ | E-books | E-ink

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 Convert PDF, EPUB, CBR files to CBZ https://longplaytech.com/posts/convert-pdf-epub-cbr-files-to-cbz/ Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/convert-pdf-epub-cbr-files-to-cbz/ Long Play Tech

Convert comic files to CBZ (Comic Book Zip) with these simple Python tools.

Tags: comics | python | CBZ | EPUB | PDF

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 RetroTINK 4K DVD Profile Settings https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-4k-dvd-profile-settings/ Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-4k-dvd-profile-settings/ Long Play Tech

How to get a great picture from DVDs with the RetroTINK 4K!

Tags: DVD | RetroTINK 4K

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 Download YouTube Audio https://longplaytech.com/posts/download-youtube-audio/ Sat, 18 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/download-youtube-audio/ Long Play Tech

The easy and fast way to download audio from YouTube (and many more sites) that also splits chapters into tracks.

Tags: YouTube | audio | music

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 Playstation Portal Wi-Fi Setup. No Lagging or Disconnects! https://longplaytech.com/posts/playstation-portal-wi-fi-setup-no-lagging-or-disconnects/ Sun, 29 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/playstation-portal-wi-fi-setup-no-lagging-or-disconnects/ Long Play Tech

If you have a network that doesn't play well with the PS Portal, this method will fix it and get it working perfectly.

Tags: Playstation Portal | Wi-Fi | Playstation

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 How to use Black Frame Insertion on an LG OLED C1 https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-use-black-frame-insertion-on-an-lg-oled-c1/ Fri, 12 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/how-to-use-black-frame-insertion-on-an-lg-oled-c1/ Long Play Tech

Get a smoother picture in motion with OLED Motion Pro.

Tags: TV | OLED | HDR

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 Fix HDCP Troubles with the PS3 and PSTV https://longplaytech.com/posts/fix-hdcp-troubles-with-the-ps3-and-pstv/ Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/fix-hdcp-troubles-with-the-ps3-and-pstv/ Long Play Tech

Playstation 3 and Playstation TV capture or upscale with a RetroTINK 4k.

Tags: RetroTINK 4k | HDMI | game capture

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 Unwanted Diagonals on the 8BitDo SN30 D-Pad https://longplaytech.com/posts/unwanted-diagonals-on-the-8bitdo-sn30-d-pad/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/unwanted-diagonals-on-the-8bitdo-sn30-d-pad/ Long Play Tech

Fix the D-pad on the SN30, SN30 Pro, and SF30 Pro with this easy hack.

Tags: 8BitDo | controllers | modding

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 Downscale Classic Games on the Switch with the RetroTINK 5x https://longplaytech.com/posts/downscale-classic-games-on-the-switch-with-the-retrotink-5x/ Sat, 12 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/downscale-classic-games-on-the-switch-with-the-retrotink-5x/ Long Play Tech

Get more of a retro feel with modern ports of retro games on the Switch.

Tags: Switch | RetroTINK 5x | Nintendo

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 Watching Blu-rays on a CRT https://longplaytech.com/posts/watching-blu-rays-on-a-crt/ Sat, 15 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/watching-blu-rays-on-a-crt/ Long Play Tech

Blu-ray players with analog video out technically work, but weren't designed for CRTs.

Tags: Blu-ray | CRT | RetroTINK 5x

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 RetroTINK 5x settings for DVDs https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-dvds/ Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-dvds/ Long Play Tech

How to pick the right DVDs and get the most out of them with the RetroTINK 5x!

Tags: DVD | RetroTINK 5x

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 Force HDR on SDR content with the LG OLED C1 https://longplaytech.com/posts/force-hdr-on-sdr-content-with-the-lg-oled-c1/ Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/force-hdr-on-sdr-content-with-the-lg-oled-c1/ Long Play Tech

Use this hidden secret menu setting to boost brightness, and other hidden menus.

Tags: TV | OLED | HDR

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 RetroTINK 5x settings for the Nintendo 64 https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-the-nintendo-64/ Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-the-nintendo-64/ Long Play Tech

Get the most out of your Nintendo 64 with the RetroTINK 5x!

Tags: N64 | RetroTINK 5x | Nintendo

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 Is Retro Gaming on a 4:3 LCD CRT Blasphemy? https://longplaytech.com/posts/is-retro-gaming-on-a-4-3-lcd-crt-blasphemy/ Sat, 28 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/is-retro-gaming-on-a-4-3-lcd-crt-blasphemy/ Long Play Tech

MiSTer ini settings for the Dell Ultrasharp 2007FP.

Tags: MiSTer | FPGA | LCD | monitor

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 RetroTINK 5x settings for the Nintendo Wii https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-the-nintendo-wii/ Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-the-nintendo-wii/ Long Play Tech

Get the most out of your Nintendo Wii with the RetroTINK 5x!

Tags: Wii | RetroTINK 5x | Nintendo

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 RetroTINK 5x settings for the Nintendo Wii ReBirth Trilogy https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-the-nintendo-wii-rebirth-trilogy/ Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/retrotink-5x-settings-for-the-nintendo-wii-rebirth-trilogy/ Long Play Tech

Get that 16 bit retro feel from these reimagined, classic Konami games.

Tags: Wii | RetroTINK 5x | Nintendo

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 Missing PSP Fonts in OpenEmu https://longplaytech.com/posts/missing-psp-fonts-in-openemu/ Fri, 29 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/missing-psp-fonts-in-openemu/ Long Play Tech

While playing PSP games in OpenEmu, I noticed text breaking weird and getting cut off. Here's how to fix this problem.

Tags: emulation | PSP | OpenEmu

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 MiSTer FPGA Breaking HDMI CEC/ARC https://longplaytech.com/posts/mister-fpga-breaking-hdmi-cec-arc/ Thu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://longplaytech.com/posts/mister-fpga-breaking-hdmi-cec-arc/ Long Play Tech

After connecting my MiSTer to my TV setup, all my HDMI devices stopped working together. Here's how to fix.

Tags: MiSTer | FPGA | HDMI

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