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  • in reply to: Anyone else’s MixMate lid get a bit loose over time? #2877
    Maria_BakesMaria_Bakes
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    Huh, sounds like I might’ve just gotten a slightly wonky one. I’ll just keep using it and see if it gets worse. Thanks for the replies, though.

    in reply to: ClairLite timer vs my old lamp that just had a switch #2311
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    I think it’s probably more for safety than anything else. Not having to remember to turn it off is kind of nice if you get distracted.

    in reply to: Glokore Therapy Mask: real results or just hype? #2171
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    Honestly I don’t really care about the wrinkle stuff much, I just use it because the red light calms my skin down after a bad breakout. Straps have been fine for me so far, I don’t mess with them during the session.

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    Honestly, I don’t think it’s that deep. I got one mostly because I hated the chlorine smell, and it does help with that. The hard water stuff is whatever, I didn’t really notice a huge difference with the spots on my glass, but it’s fine for what it is.

    in reply to: Qinux VultrioX for moss on brick pathways? #1848
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    I think it’d probably work fine for moss on brick. The wires are stiff enough to scrape it off without chewing into the bricks too much if you keep the head moving. I’d just try it on a small patch first to see how it goes.

    in reply to: Will a drone fit in a small backpack? #1753
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    I’ve seen some pretty tiny drones lately that look like they’d fit in a jacket pocket, so a 20L bag should be fine if you don’t pack too much else. I’m never sure about battery life on those small ones though, might be a tradeoff.

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    Honestly I think the offline mode works for maybe 10 to 15 languages at most, the rest definitely need wifi. I wouldn’t rely on it for anything too complex without a connection.

    in reply to: Jetterix for car washing – safe on paint? #1536
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    I’ve used it on my car a couple times and it seemed fine. I just kept the spray wider and didn’t get too close. Maybe it depends on your water pressure but mine worked okay.

    in reply to: Matsato finger hole – anyone else find it awkward? #1354
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    I kind of just see it as a resting spot for my finger, doesn’t bother me at all. I wouldn’t overthink it, you probably just need to get used to where it sits.

    in reply to: Ryoko Pro: roaming and battery life? #1339
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    Honestly I haven’t had much trouble with roaming speeds, but I’m usually in cities. Battery life is fine for me since I just charge it whenever I’m sitting still for a bit.

    in reply to: Qinux Dogitek vibration mode not as strong as I thought? #1233
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    I dunno, mine feels fine on the lower settings. Kinda figured it was meant to be more of a tap than a buzz. Works for my dog.

    in reply to: Qinux Talkbuds: good for flights and offline use? #1112
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    I’ve used mine on a couple of shorter flights and they were fine for music and a bit of translation. The battery lasted the whole trip for me, but I wasn’t using the translation nonstop. In noisy places the offline mode felt a bit hit or miss, but it worked okay in quieter spots. I think they’re probably good enough for a long flight if you aren’t expecting perfect translations the whole time.

    in reply to: RE700X placement question and a small annoyance #1086
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    Yeah mine does the same thing, I wouldn’t worry about it. Still works fine.

    in reply to: Do underwater scooters really last as long as they say? #844
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    Ugh, that sucks, I think 20 minutes is definitely low. Maybe they didn’t fully charge it or the battery’s just worn out, so I’d mention it to the shop and see if they’ll do something. Could be an honest mistake.

    in reply to: Upgrade my pillow or keep the old one? #840
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    I ended up preferring a softer, flatter foam; it just felt more natural during long work sessions. Maybe contoured ones help others, I’m not totally sure.

    in reply to: Do underwater scooters really last as long as they say? #823
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    Yup, 20 minutes is shady. Small practical thing: ask to see the battery/charge indicator or take a quick 5 minute test run before you commit, saved me hassle elsewhere.

    in reply to: Is Dustaclean’s HEPA filter actually doing anything? #783
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    Maybe check the rubber seal around the HEPA filter. I think if it isn’t seated properly it lets fine dust bypass and makes the filter clog faster.

    in reply to: Upgrade my pillow or keep the old one? #757
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    Honestly I tried a contoured neck pillow and didn’t notice much improvement, could be placebo for others. The pricier ones felt firmer but my cheap foam seemed fine for day-to-day. I’d probably skip it unless you’re super sensitive to neck support.

    in reply to: Do underwater scooters really last as long as they say? #753
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    I disagree. Sixty minutes doesn’t sound impossible, 20 minutes seems way too short.

    in reply to: My cat’s collar keeps jingling at night #743
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    I think totally silent collars are pretty uncommon, maybe you can find one that’s much quieter but I’m not sure any are truly noise-free.

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    I’ve got a cheap handheld and it actually lifts a surprising amount of dog hair, makes the seats look a lot cleaner after a quick pass. A few stubborn bits hide in seams and need a second go, but mostly fine for day-to-day. I just keep it in the trunk for quick touch-ups.

    in reply to: Quick update: should I pair two? #726
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    Sounds tempting to grab a second Clip 5 for stereo, seems like it’d be nice at the beach. From skimming threads pairing seems pretty simple, though some folks mention a little sync/timing quirk outdoors. If you want more separation it’s probably worth trying, just don’t expect huge soundstage from tiny speakers.

    in reply to: Upgrade my travel backpack? #712
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    I swapped mine last year and now I keep it half-packed with a spare tee and small toiletries so I can just grab and go. It added a bit of weight but that routine saved me a couple of panicked repacks, I think. Not totally sure it’s worth it for everyone though.

    in reply to: BRITA Marella vs my old pitcher, small impressions #619
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    I’ve got the Marella too and yeah, taste is better but those monthly filter swaps do add up. I have a little routine of topping it up every morning while I boil water for coffee so there’s always cold water ready, and I stash a spare cartridge in the cupboard. Bit annoying cost-wise, but I still think it’s worth it for daily use.

    in reply to: Vanotium titanium cutting board: noise and knife wear? #589
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    If you want a low-fuss, odor-resistant board for quick meal prep or raw meat work, this is handy and cleans up way easier than wood. It is louder and a bit harder under the knife, but after months I haven’t noticed my knives getting dull much faster, so I kept it for everyday use.

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