Emma Locke

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  • in reply to: Does the Hewelth UVClean need to be charged before first use? #7002
    Emma Locke
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    I honestly wouldn’t even worry about it being fully charged before you mess with it. I mean, sure, it’s probably a good idea to plug it in while you’re doing the whole rinse-and-fill routine, but I don’t think you need to treat it like some old-school gadget that takes 12 hours to wake up.

    Mine came with enough juice to run a cycle right away, and I just pressed the button after filling it up because I was curious. It worked fine. But it definitely wasn’t a full charge, and I’ve noticed that the battery doesn’t last forever if you’re using the self-cleaning mode a lot. So it’s not like it’s dead out of the box, but it’s also not something you want to rely on for days without plugging in.

    If you’re the type who hates waiting for things, you’ll probably be fine just using it right away. But if you want to be a little more careful, just plug it in while you’re doing your initial cleaning and filling. That way it’s topped up and you’re not thinking about it later. Either way, you’re not going to break anything by trying it out early.

    in reply to: Derila Ergo and pillowcases, do standard ones fit? #6982
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    I had the same thought when I first got mine. I just use a regular pillowcase and it works, the empty corners look a bit funny but they don’t bother me. I’m asleep, so who cares what the pillow looks like.

    in reply to: Ozoori placement in a small fridge, any spots that work better? #6898
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    I just plopped mine on the middle shelf near the front and haven’t thought about it since. Seems to keep things smelling fine, even with my roommate’s leftovers in there. I don’t think the exact spot matters as much as just having it in there at all.

    Emma Locke
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    I swapped mine out for a carrier SIM from back home and it worked without any fuss. The included one is basically just a starter pack, the slot itself is open. I would not stress about being locked into their plans.

    in reply to: Does the WellHeater dry out the air much? #6322
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    I’ve noticed it a bit too, but honestly I think that’s just what happens with any heater. I keep a glass of water on my nightstand and that seems to help enough for me. I’ve had mine running for a couple of weeks now and the dry throat thing faded after the first few days, maybe I just got used to it. I do crack the window a tiny bit before bed, not enough to make the room cold, just to keep some fresh air moving. Not totally sure if it’s the WellHeater specifically or just the season, but it hasn’t been bad enough to bother me. I’d rather have the warmth than worry about it too much.

    in reply to: Does the Qinux HydroXeltor work with low water pressure? #6005
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    I’ve got pretty average water pressure and it does the job fine for stuff like hosing down the patio. Not gonna blast anything off instantly, but it’s definitely a step up from a regular nozzle. I’d say go for it if you’re not expecting a miracle.

    in reply to: Qinux BlastVul nozzle options for glass windows? #5962
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    Honestly I wouldn’t overthink it. I just used the regular nozzle that came with it and kept some distance, no issues at all.

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    I think it mostly figures it out on its own, but I wouldn’t bet on it catching every single quick switch. Might have to tap the app now and then if people are really flying through languages.

    in reply to: Does the Qinux WarmPro really heat up that fast? #5556
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    I grabbed one for my small office and honestly, it gets warm pretty fast. By the time I finish sitting down and getting my coffee, I can already feel the heat. It’s not like a giant space heater but it definitely does the job for a desk area.

    in reply to: How do you hold the Qinux Gravizer for longer projects? #5548
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    Oh man, I get what you mean. I had the same thing happen when I was doing some detail work on a wooden box. I just ended up taking a quick break and shaking my hand out for a minute. Honestly, I think your grip kind of naturally relaxes the more you use it, at least that’s what happened with mine.

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    I switched from a manual scraper too and yeah the vibration is definitely weird at first. But after a few days I stopped noticing it and my teeth do feel smoother than with the old metal one.

    in reply to: JetClean battery life on patios — does it last long enough? #5249
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    I’d just try it and see how it goes honestly. Even if it dies halfway you can always top up the charge while you take a break for a drink or whatever.

    Emma Locke
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    I think for just taking the edge off it would probably do what you need. The timer is nice for bedtime so you can set it and not worry about it running all night. Honestly I wouldn’t expect it to feel like a full AC unit but for a small room it might be enough.

    Emma Locke
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    I’ve used mine on my car seats too and it does pull up short hair alright, but I found it works way better if I go over the spot a couple times from different angles. The brush attachment helps to lift it a bit. Not a miracle worker but for a quick touch up between full cleanings it’s fine.

    in reply to: TopCarPlay and audio delay in certain apps? #4657
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    Honestly I’ve noticed it too with video apps, but it’s so minor I just ignore it. I’m usually just using it for maps or music anyway so it doesn’t bug me.

    in reply to: Earscribe on iOS vs Android? #4618
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    I’ve got an Android and my sister uses an iPhone, and we shared a pair on a trip last year. It worked fine on both, no weird glitches or anything. The app layout is a little different but it’s not something you’d notice unless you’re switching phones constantly. I wouldn’t overthink it.

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    I don’t have tiny hands but they’re on the smaller side, and I find the finger hole really locks things in. The handle feels fine to me, I think the balance helps more than the actual thickness. I wouldn’t overthink it.

    Emma Locke
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    I think you might be overthinking it a bit. I just run mine without water when it feels sticky and it’s basically a fan that moves air around, which is still nice. The water feature is more for when the air is dry, not when it’s already muggy.

    in reply to: Anker power bank laptop charging actually works? #4016
    Emma Locke
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    I dunno, I feel like 30W is kind of the bare minimum for most ultrabooks. It’ll probably trickle charge it if the laptop isn’t doing anything heavy, but I wouldn’t count on it keeping up if you’re actually running a bunch of stuff.

    in reply to: Can the Epicooler handle a room with no ceiling insulation? #3610
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    I’ve got one in a room with a pretty dodgy ceiling and it actually helps. It runs a lot but it’s not like it’s struggling or anything, just keeps things bearable. I wouldn’t say it’s magic but it’s definitely better than nothing.

    in reply to: RE700X placement question and a small annoyance #3531
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    Mine does the same thing, I just kind of ignore the light at this point. I set it up and checked that my devices were actually getting a better signal where I needed it, and that was good enough for me.

    in reply to: Black Falcon Drone 4K at 60fps, or is that just marketing? #3517
    Emma Locke
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    I noticed that too on mine, but when I checked the video file on my computer it actually showed 60fps, so I think it’s real. Might just be how the drone handles it in certain lighting or something.

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    I’ve had mine running in parking mode for a while and it’s been totally fine on my sedan. I don’t drive every day and never had a problem starting it up.

    in reply to: NanoPolix okay on matte paint? #3412
    Emma Locke
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    Honestly I’d be careful with it. I used a similar cloth on a matte helmet once and it left a shiny spot that never went away. Not saying it’ll definitely ruin your bike, but it’s a real risk if the paint is flat.

    in reply to: WineCork Pro battery life after a few months? #3342
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    Mine’s been totally fine honestly. I use it a few times a week and haven’t really noticed any big drop off yet. Could just be your unit or maybe you’re opening more bottles than you think.

    Emma Locke
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    Honestly I wouldn’t worry about it. It picks back up pretty quick once you start driving again.

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