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110: Google Photos Replacement
Nov 17, 2023
The man behind the Google Photos killer and the Google Photos replacement developer discuss Immich, a self-hosted backup solution for photos and videos. They also cover topics like CPU and motherboard options, power consumption, open source sustainability, consolidating services, storage solutions, reliability of used computer components, listener feedback, and 3D printing a rack mount.
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- The podcast discusses the features and limitations of a home lab server, including build quality, CPU choice, pricing, and competitors.
- The interview with the lead developer of the Image project highlights the recent updates, their goal of replacing Google Photos, and the importance of open-source sustainability through donations.
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In this podcast episode, the hosts are joined by Brent, who shares his recent trip to El Salvador and his experience with a new 3D printer and home lab server. They discuss the build quality and features of the server, such as the captive thumb screws and the pre-wired drive bays. They also analyze the choice of a Xeon CPU and its limitations in terms of media encoding. The hosts consider the pricing and competitors of the server, comparing it to other options in the market. They also discuss the out-of-the-box software experience and the need for better documentation. Finally, they talk about energy consumption, noise level, and potential alternatives like Nix OS.
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