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Five old gadgets given new life by open-source projects

Original: 5 more old gadgets worth keeping because the open-source community found better uses for them

A tech article highlights five older gadgets that are worth keeping because open-source communities have found new uses for them. Old routers, e-readers and similar devices can be repurposed with custom firmware and community software, extending their usefulness well beyond their original function. The piece is part of a running series encouraging people to hold onto hardware rather than throw it away.

Why now: Repurposing old hardware with open-source software resonates with people looking to cut waste and save money.

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