Taasz/Woof

There’s a lot of good options, but for media you probably just want an x86 mini PC since they are way cheaper. Intel N100 based, or similar.

What’s the problem with a company doing what they want with hardware they purchased and own?

Nahh, their reasoning is BS IMO. It’s not an iPhone or something it’s a hobby product for tinkering with.

IMO they should have a set, compliant default for the radio and not allow users to change it.