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Hindustan Times
23-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Planning to Jailbreak a Sony PS4 in 2025? Is it worth it? Should you do it?
With the PlayStation 5 now firmly established, many Indian gamers are considering second-hand or jailbroken PlayStation 4 consoles as a way to access affordable, offline gaming in 2025. Before diving in, it is essential to note that jailbreaking a PS4 is widely considered a form of software piracy and is illegal under copyright law. This article does not endorse or encourage piracy; it is intended purely for educational purposes to highlight the realities, risks, and reasons why some might seek to modify their consoles for personal, offline, or retro experiences. If you're curious about what a jailbroken PS4 can (and cannot) offer, here's what you need to know before making any decision. PS4 Jailbreak in 2025: Is it worth it? What Is a Jailbroken PS4? Jailbreaking strips the console of Sony's software restrictions. This lets users install third-party apps, pirated games, emulators, and custom themes. In India, it's usually done in local markets using USB-based exploits on specific firmware versions. Why People Still Buy Jailbroken PS4s 1. Dirt-cheap games: Jailbroken PS4s come preloaded with up to 500 games. Popular titles like God of War, GTA V, and Tekken 7 are often installed for as little as ₹50 each. 2. Emulators and old-school fun: You can run PS2, PSP, and even arcade ROMs. For retro lovers, that's a big plus. 3. Mods and customisation: Install new UI themes, in-game mods, and utilities. Want Iron Man in GTA V? Done. 4. Offline goldmine: Ideal for rural areas or gaming cafés where internet is patchy. You can load up games and play without ever needing a connection. 5. Affordable setup: A PS4 Slim or Fat with 1 TB storage and loaded games sells for ₹13,000–15,000. That's half the price of a used PS5. The flip side: Risks and trade-offs 1. No Online Gaming: You can't access PSN. No multiplayer, no game updates, no downloads. Try it, and you risk a permanent ban. 2. Zero warranty: Jailbreaking voids any remaining warranty. If something goes wrong, repairs are on you. 3. Limited game support: Some new releases won't run. Jailbroken consoles are locked to certain firmware versions. 4. Security issues: Sketchy downloads can brick your console or infect it with malware. 5. Storage gets tight: Most AAA games are 50–100 GB. Without an external hard drive, you'll run out of space fast. Who should (and shouldn't) buy one
Daily Record
28-06-2025
- Daily Record
Lidl Middle Aisle bargain for less than a fiver will save you buying new phone
This budget Lidl product will help you spruce your weathered phone up - and it's £22 cheaper than a rival Smartphones are constantly falling out our pockets, getting dropped on the floor, or getting scratched as we go about our daily lives. Cracks and broken screens can also be a real bugbear - and could cost a lot to get fixed. However, if you don't fancy spending hundreds on a replacement device, Lidl might have the perfect alternative for you. The budget retailer is selling a handy repair kit shoppers can find in the Middle Aisle - and it's going for £4.99. The Middle Aisle bargain, which customers can snap up for less than a fiver - that's near enough the price of coffee - will help you sort out any faults on your mobile phone that have accumulated over time, most of them by accident. Not only will you have your phone back to spick and span condition, but you'll be pocketing a bit of cash in the process. Indeed, the Parkside Smartphone Repair Set is truly ideal for anyone trying to watch their spending. The kit boasts 32 pieces, including screwdrivers and suction cups, to help you take apart your smartphone, and fix it yourself. The kit can be used to fix any smartphone, including Apple and Samsung devices, and can be used to fix laptop and tablet screens as well. It comes in a practical storage box, and can be used to change screens, replace batteries and install sim cards. If you'd rather shop around a bit before committing, we also have you covered. Argos' smartphone repair kit, the Ifixit Essential Electronic Multi Toolkit, is priced at £27 at the retailer. That is a whopping £22 more expensive than the Lidl buy and you may not be able to tell the difference between the two products. The description reads: "Cracked screens and worn-out batteries can make your digital life aggravating. "But you're closer to a working device than you think, you just need the right tools. "Enter our Toolkit. It contains all the necessary tools for most electronic repairs while staying nice and compact." Alternatively, Amazon is offering this 122-Piece Precision Screwdriver Set. The magnetic small screwdriver set and electronic repair tool kit is suitable for fixing up phones, PCs, laptops, computers, MacBooks, and PS4s. Circling back to the Lidl buy, though, it is important to note that the nifty bit of kit will hit stores today, Thursday, June 26. So, get to your nearest Lidl fast because it is likely to be popular, and you don't want to miss out. The smartphone repair kit can be found in the middle aisle of your local Lidl. It is only available while stocks last. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
CBS News
25-04-2025
- CBS News
McClymonds students in Oakland get job skills as tech support for the district
It was a problem with no clear solution: thousands of school-issued laptops, all out of commission. At McClymonds High School in West Oakland, a group of students found a way to bring them back to life—and save their district hundreds of thousands of dollars in the process. While most students at McClymonds use their laptops to complete assignments, David Anderson's work is his laptop. "I can repair computers, PS5s, PS4s. I've opened up phones, laptops, I've even opened an AC unit once, which was nice." Anderson is part of the Tech Repair Hub, a program that may sound official, until you realize it's run by teenagers armed with tiny screwdrivers and a mountain of busted Chromebooks. No Genius Bar, no waiting room. Just sticky notes labeled "broken display" and "missing hinge thing," and students who somehow know exactly where to begin. A year ago, Gavin Armstrong was once just another student using a school laptop. Now, he's the reason everyone else's still work. "It's satisfying knowing that I have the skills and capabilities to do this," he said. The program began in 2021, when the pandemic pushed classes online, and laptops to their breaking point. With no repair budget to keep up, the district turned to its students. It was a long shot, but it clicked. This is more than a class project. Students in the program earn $18 an hour—well above Oakland's minimum wage. Samantha Núñez, who oversees the program, said the students repaired close to a thousand computers last school year, saving the district more than $200,000. "There were definitely worries and concerns, like, 'Do they have the capacity to fix it?' And turns out they do," said Núñez. Colleen Piper, the school's college and career counselor, said other school districts across the country have taken notice. But for her, the real impact isn't just financial. "Learning honestly, just the responsibility of holding down a job, communication skills," said Piper. For Anderson, the experience has already reshaped his future. He's now thinking about a career in computer science. "It gets your mind thinking in different possibilities and ways to figure out how to fix something," he said.
