Bad news: my computer is dying and I need help to replace it so I can keep creating the content you love. The thermal interface is failing, which is causing overheating and throttling in the form of random freezes and crashes that are making it increasingly difficult to do basic tasks, let alone things like video editing.

I was hoping to replace the computer in a few months, but the problem is so bad now it's impacting my ability to make a living. Because I've been deplatformed from other financial apps, I've set up a GiveSendGo with a longer explanation: https://www.givesendgo.com/help-me-replace-my-dying-computer

If you'd like to send crypto, email (mattforney [at] protonmail [dot] com) for my addresses.

Thanks for reading and supporting my work!

Just ordered the new computer (it took this long for the funds to transfer).

I opted for a Lenovo Legion 5i per recommendations from friends and followers. Oddly enough, it was cheaper to buy it from Lenovo's store on Amazon then from Lenovo directly. Specs:

- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7-255HX
- Memory: 32 GB DDR5 (expandable up to 64 GB, like that's ever happening; thanks, AI)
- SSD: 1 TB (also includes a portable 1 TB HDD for some reason)
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 (8 GB VRAM)

I was going to stick with an HP Omen, but the Lenovo Legions have superior, desktop-standard processors, better cooling systems, and better-quality manufacturing, important since I want this to last another five years.

It's arriving tomorrow. Thanks again!