Nate Estate In this guide, I will show you how to connect a cheap, high-capacity external hard drive* (HDD) to your Ubuntu Linux server, partition it safely, and share it over Samba. You will be able to archive your video projects directly from your Mac with full Gigabit speeds. The best part? The network drive remains invisible … Read more
I Almost Returned My Sony ZV-1 This is the Sony ZV-1. And this is the pile of accessories I was forced to buy for it. Let’s be clear. Out of the box, this camera has some massive issues. I’m going to cover the problems that almost made me send this thing straight back to the … Read more
I just figured out a massive hack for my iPhone. It lets me get pro-level audio without spending a single extra dollar on cages, mounts, or complicated rigs. It all comes down to one tiny piece of metal that comes right in the box with the DJI Mic 2. Did you know you can attach … Read more
You don’t need some thousand-dollar server rack to run your digital life. My entire setup runs on a computer most people would recycle. This is my 2013 Mac mini, and it’s a secret weapon that handles everything I throw at it, including running local AI. Before I show you the crazy stuff this machine can … Read more
My MacBook was running like absolute trash. I’m talking the spinning beach ball of death every time I tried to open Chrome. The fans sounded like a jet engine was taking off from my desk. I was so close to just giving up and dropping two grand on a new machine. It felt like my … Read more
I’m sick and tired of getting ripped off by airlines. You know, paying exorbitant prices for cramped seats and mediocre service. So, when I finally accumulated a decent stash of Amex points, I was determined to use them for something worthwhile—a business class flight from Zurich, Switzerland, to Vancouver, Canada. After all, why suffer in … Read more
Why the DJI RS3 Mini Gimbal is a Game-Changer for Small Cameras in 2026 I bought the DJI RS3 Mini Gimbal because I was tired of fighting shaky footage with my Sony ZV1. Paying $500 for a camera that doesn’t come with built-in stabilization felt like a rip-off, so I turned to this compact gimbal … Read more
Why the Sony ZV1 is Still a Pro Video Steal (If You Fix These 3 Things) The “Why”: Personal Motivation and the Jump to Manual Moving from smartphone videography to a dedicated camera is how you stop being a hobbyist and start being an operator. While an iPhone is convenient, it cannot replace the tactile … Read more
Quick Check Unlocking AI Magic: Gemini Image Generation with Apple Shortcuts Alright, folks, buckle up because I’m about to spill the tea on how to level up your automation game with Gemini image generation using Apple Shortcuts. Yep, you heard that right—AI-generated images at your fingertips, seamlessly integrated into your workflows. No more scouring stock … Read more
Quick Check Is the Small Rig Cage for the ZV-1 Worth It? Alright, folks, buckle up because I’m diving straight into the nitty-gritty about whether the small rig cage for the Sony ZV-1 is worth your hard-earned cash. Spoiler alert: if you’re into vlogging or any kind of on-the-go filming, this little gadget might just … Read more