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Feedback Loop: Building PCs, running headphones and more!

The leaves are starting to change color and the air is getting cooler, signaling that fall has finally arrived. You know what else has arrived? Feedback Loop! This week's edition features the Engadget community discussing the benefits of homebuilt PCs, recommending affordable running headphones, sharing fun Raspberry Pi hacks and dishing on smartwatches. Head past the break for all this and more.

Are there still any reasons to build your own gaming PC?

PC gaming is as popular as ever. But if you're looking for a new rig, is it better to buy something prefabbed or build it yourself? Cbibbs is a big fan of building his own machines, but doesn't think there's a cost advantage in doing so these days. Despite this, do you still desire and enjoy building your own mean machine? Head over to the forums and share your thoughts.

Suggestions for affordable running headphones

Summer is over in the Pacific Northwest, and Philip Palermo is thinking of switching his fitness routine from tennis to running. Before he swaps his racket for some running shoes, he needs to find some good headphones to help him jog in style. Let's give him some recommendations!

Fun hacks with the Raspberry Pi

When the Raspberry Pi launched in 2012, it provided hobbyists with a cheap, easily hackable device with which to learn programming. And enthusiasts immediately started doing some really neat things with it. Engadget reader Kodai has two of the devices at home and wants to know what sorts of things can be done with them. If you've done something fun with your Raspberry Pi, post it here.

What do you want in a smartwatch?

There's no doubt that smartwatches are one of the more interesting categories of wearables. Now that Apple's thrown its hat into the ring, what are some truly killer things that smartwatches should do? Tell the Engadget community your hopes and dreams for the perfect smartwatch. (We all want something that does more than display Facebook notifications, right?)

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That's all this week! Want to talk about your favorite gadget or have a burning question about technology? Register for an Engadget account today, visit the Engadget forums and start a new discussion!