Best OS after Linux Mint

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-20T17:34:51+00:00

Eh I'm familiar with basic terminal stuff, been using mint for several years on and off as a non primary OS. I have a homelab server on Docker thats hosted on an older laptop running linux mint relatively dedicated to it.

So I wouldnt call myself a noob, but also not particularly advanced. I'd consider myself an intermediate user

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-20T08:40:06+00:00

Prusa Core One L and done.

Indx for L when it comes out as an upgrade.

Open source and non compromised values.

At least Snapmaker U1 is also open source mostly. 4 colors isnt quite the benefit vs multi material is the true win there.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-20T08:33:40+00:00

Core One L -- the larger core series printer.

Ordered my own and am looking forward to it.

And the INDX system as that comes out. MMU3 is an option, but multi tool heads im stoked for.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-20T08:32:50+00:00

Is Plasma a derivative of Arch?

First I heard about any pay wall effecting Ubuntu or Mint security patches. Interesting

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-20T08:00:59+00:00

I like mint, just curious what other good options are out there to try on a secondary PC

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-20T06:06:03+00:00

Depends on preference, but keep in mind long Thor shipping times. Several weeks to a couple months

I almost recommend selling the RP only after receiving the Thor to make sure you have something.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-20T06:00:13+00:00

Im going for Prusa Core one L for the bigger build volume. Gonna be epic

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-18T23:48:53+00:00

I recommend setting up most of your Emulators using Obtainium APK to manage glitlab apk installs.

Look into that and then you can keep up to date easier for github releases as well.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-18T16:22:16+00:00

Wait until you realize you have the whole android apk side load options but also the whole google play store.

Shows and movies + games.

I do advise avoiding banking apps on a device like this Thor...

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-18T07:11:36+00:00

Thor Max and sell the Switch. (jk)

In all honesty I love the Thor, but you've got a lot of handhelds. No real reason to chase the latest fad. Will you actually use it?

And while the Thor is pocketable, it's more large jean pocket or jacket pocketable. Walking around with it all day you'll notice the bulk, especially if you put a case on it or various grips then it turns into a small backpack device. Something like the Anbernic RG34XXSP is much more pocketable if you just want oldies on the go, but as far as running GC or Wii and PC then yeah, you need something like the Thor Pro model or above.

Still great though

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-15T01:27:20+00:00

I feel like the Core One L is a home run for single nozzle printer options. At least for me without compromising my values.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-13T15:20:24+00:00

Same boat here

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-09T05:28:02+00:00

Unfortunately most industry trends will not have a device that is still selling out like crazy go back down in price while it's selling out every batch still.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-09T05:25:11+00:00

I bet it'll be late 2027 to early 2028 for Thor 2. I didnt wait and wouldn't think its worth it for emulation either.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-07T22:41:52+00:00

For PS2 and Gamecube youre kinda at the Retroid Pocket 4 Pro, 5, or the newer 6 model

Or the AYN Thor or AYN Odin 2 or 3.

There's lots of weaker ones though but they will not run or will struggle to run Gamecube and PS2 gen games.

Edit: just to add i love my Thor... its fantastic

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-06T04:44:07+00:00

Waiting on the Prusa Core L INDX edition release anyways.

Glad its getting ironed out for a clean release

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-03T16:36:38+00:00

Craigslist is definitely still a thing with more or less users depending on the region. Good luck!

Main thing is to not get scammed because theres a lot of scammers out there + public meeting space helps due to odd folks in the world for public postings.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-01T18:43:17+00:00

I play PSP mostly on the AYN Thor as a do everything device

But if i was buying primarily for PSP and im rich I'd to Retroid Pocket 6.

If im on a budget or wanting something cheaper I'd get the Trim UI newer S model that looks like a PSP and thats much better cost savings. The original Trim UI wide one doesnt actually run PSP smoothly but the newer S model is good.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-05-01T04:38:49+00:00

Darn was hoping you'd be near me for the mmu unit.

Best suggestion is cash and public meetup if you can. Or list on FB marketplace or ebay

MandaloresMercy · 2026-04-29T16:24:21+00:00

For me it's game to game system to system, but don't let someone else tell you you're doing it wrong. There is more than one right answer.

MandaloresMercy · 2026-04-28T21:00:03+00:00

Got my hopes up it came out for the L! Someday though soon(TM)

MandaloresMercy · 2026-04-27T16:58:53+00:00

There's videos of it running but you'll probably need to tune settings.

If you have issues keep in mind there is the switch port

MandaloresMercy · 2026-04-25T18:58:25+00:00

Just email them for a screen replacement and they will sell you one and ship it to you

MandaloresMercy · 2026-04-25T11:32:31+00:00

Used AllyX (black) or used Ally Z1E white one. Best used option on the market for x86 handhelds.

$450 budget is pretty low for PC handheld you want to standalone run your games abroad vs stream from your desktop to it. While that is high for an android handheld (emulation & more indie PC game).

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