It's a bad time to be a PC hobbyist. Hardware prices, especially memory and storage, have spiked in recent months due to AI demand, and the fallout is extending to a lot of other PC components. This is forcing hobbyists to get extra crafty when it comes to sourcing new hardware.
I don't think I've ever visited an e-waste recycling center and NOT come away shocked at what's being tossed out, and despite the current squeeze on hardware, I don't suspect it's getting much better. Such is the case for one Reddit user who came away with a "major score at the dump" this past weekend.
