DiscoverHome Gadget GeeksMike Wieger talks 3D Printing Board Games, VR Exploration, Consolidating Home Servers and Whole Home Back Up – HGG635
Mike Wieger talks 3D Printing Board Games, VR Exploration, Consolidating Home Servers and Whole Home Back Up – HGG635

Mike Wieger talks 3D Printing Board Games, VR Exploration, Consolidating Home Servers and Whole Home Back Up – HGG635

Update: 2025-01-11
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Mike Wieger joins me this week as we talk about the latest in home technology, focusing on 3D printing and virtual reality (VR). We start with Mike’s transition from printing random objects to creating a board game inspired by his father’s inventions. He shares insights into their collaborative journey through prototyping and CAD design. We then delve into VR, with Mike discussing his newfound enthusiasm for technologies like the Oculus Quest 3, highlighting the immersive social experiences they offer. Additionally, we touch on Mike’s home lab upgrades and the complexities of setting up home generators for backup power. This episode is packed with practical insights and engaging narratives for tech enthusiasts. Thanks for listening!







































Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg635







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Links









* Meta Quest 3 – VR headset from Meta (Facebook): https://www.oculus.com/quest-3/







* Bobo VR back strap – Accessory for Meta Quest headsets: https://www.bobovr.com/







* Frigate – Home security camera software: https://frigate.video/







* Tail Scale – VPN/remote access solution: https://www.tailscale.com/







* 45 Drive home lab case – Server chassis for home labs: https://www.45drives.com//







* Soft start kit for air conditioners – Micro-Air Flex Easy Start – https://amzn.to/3DQ3m5n









Chapters







[0:07 ]  Introduction to Home Gadget Geeks







[2:15 ]  Exploring 3D Printing Projects







[14:44 ]  Diving into Virtual Reality







[37:48 ]  Consolidating Servers for Efficiency







[46:39 ]  Go Big or Go Home







[46:47 ]  The ZFS Advantage







[48:02 ]  Choosing the Right CPU







[49:04 ]  Planning for Storage







[49:40 ]  Minimalism vs. Data Retention






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Mike Wieger talks 3D Printing Board Games, VR Exploration, Consolidating Home Servers and Whole Home Back Up – HGG635

Mike Wieger talks 3D Printing Board Games, VR Exploration, Consolidating Home Servers and Whole Home Back Up – HGG635

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