Published May 1, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT Jasmine is Software and PC Hardware Author at XDA with years of tech reporting experience ranging from AI chatbots right down to gaming hardware, she's covered just about everything. Whether it's breaking news about the latest AMD NPUs or creating video tutorials on social media platforms, Jasmine has contributed to the world of AI and tech in a variety of ways including interviewing the CEO of Razer, AMD's Director of Product Marketing and the VP of Lenovo. Passionate about gaming and PC technology, she has built countless computers, keyboards and other peripherals - knowing them inside and out. Smart home displays like the Echo Show or Google Nest Hub are notorious for being underpowered, laggy, and filled with ads. Without even realizing it, you've got a better alternative: sitting in a junk drawer already at home. Your old Pixel 6 has a Tensor chip, a high-refresh-rate OLED screen, and a battery that also can be bypassed for straight power from the USB port.…