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Mine actually surprised me the other way. I left the remote on my nightstand and it still worked from the bathroom across the hall, door mostly shut. So it might just vary unit to unit.
I’m not convinced it’s fully free forever. A friend let me try hers on a trip and the basic translation was fine, but a couple of the nicer modes wanted an account upgrade. Maybe that’s just newer units though.
I’d just get the sizing kit and go with whichever finger feels right for you instead of trying to pick the “correct” one in advance. That’s what I did when I was looking at it, and it took a lot of the second-guessing out of the whole thing.
For me the deciding factor was comfort overnight, not accuracy charts or anything like that. I sleep with my hands kind of tucked under my pillow, and certain fingers just felt annoying after a couple hours. My index finger ended up being the one I could basically forget about, so that’s where I’d wear it. If I were you I’d wear the sizer for a full day and a night before committing, because the finger that feels fine while you’re just sitting around isn’t always the one that’s still fine at 3am.
Switching hands is something I’d only do if the fit on my usual hand stopped working, like if my fingers changed size or the ring started spinning around. Otherwise I’d pick one spot and stay there just so I’m not comparing readings from two different fingers and confusing myself. I don’t think there’s a magic finger that gives you better numbers, it’s more about consistent contact.
I’m still deciding whether to actually buy the P1 myself, mostly because I keep going back and forth on whether I’d really wear a ring every day. But the finger question stopped being a worry once I tried the sizer.
I don’t think that’s just how small cameras work. Mine handles shade under trees way better than my old phone did, so maybe check if there’s an exposure or HDR setting buried in the menu. Worth a peek before you assume it’s normal.
5GHz made a real difference for mine. The Flixy was fine on the old band, then I moved it over and the little stutters basically stopped. I’d say it’s worth poking around your router if the stick is sitting close enough to get a decent signal.
Mine fits a regular case fine, so I don’t really get the whole “special case” thing. It’s not like a perfect tailored fit but it stays put and looks normal enough. I’ve had mine in a standard cotton case for a couple months now with zero issues.
The handle is honestly the only reason I hesitated too, but mine has been fine as long as I don’t leave it soaking. I just wipe it down after washing and let it air dry on the rack, nothing fancy. The blade itself I treat like any other stainless knife, no special ritual needed.
For me the water level changes how often I have to refill but the cooling itself doesn’t really drop off until it’s basically empty. I keep mine in the bedroom and I’m bad about remembering to top it off, so it usually runs at half or less. Airflow feels the same to me on the lower setting, which is what I mostly use.
The 8 hour thing I always figured was with a full tank and the lowest fan speed anyway. I’d say if you’re using it while you’re at your desk and you can just add water when you notice it’s low, it’s not a big deal. I actually kind of prefer not filling it to the top because I tend to knock things over and the lighter it is, the less likely I am to spill it everywhere. Only time I notice a difference is if I forget to refill it completely and it runs out in the middle of the night, but that’s on me.
Mine sat on a thick bedroom rug all last summer and I never noticed any difference in how it cooled. I only moved it because I rearranged the room, not because of performance issues. As long as it’s not sinking into super plush carpet, I think you’re fine to just plug it in and go.
I’d probably just wipe it down and leave it somewhere dry for a day before charging it. I’ve seen enough electronics die from being charged while still damp inside, so that would be my main concern more than the actual drop. Grass is pretty forgiving compared to concrete.
I’d say no, it doesn’t need a dark room to work, but I wouldn’t run it right next to a bright window either. I use mine with the curtains half closed during the day and it still seems to do its thing. I don’t think normal indoor lighting is going to stop the UV, but direct sunlight probably isn’t helping it any.
I gave mine a go on a wooden garden table that has some kind of tinted sealant on it, not paint, and it was completely fine. I did keep the nozzle moving and didn’t linger in one spot too long, but there was no visible damage or weird water marks left behind. I’d say as long as you’re not holding it inches away and cranking the pressure, wood should be okay.
I’d probably skip using mine for fireplace ash unless I had no other option. Not because it can’t pick it up, but because the filter gets that gray haze pretty fast and then it’s all you smell for a while. I learned that the hard way after cleaning a candle wax disaster and thinking ash would be similar. It’s not.
If you do try it, I’d tap out the filter right after and maybe do a quick blow through it before you put it away. Otherwise the next time you grab it for crumbs or pet hair, you’ll get a little ash cloud puffing back out. That part is annoying.
For occasional ash cleanup it’s fine, but if it’s a weekly thing you might end up replacing filters more often than you’d like. I’d keep a dedicated shop vac or just a dustpan for the fireplace and use the Dustaclean for the stuff that’s less messy.
I’m a side sleeper and I’ve had mine for a few months now. It stays put once you get the mold right, I’ve never woken up to find it missing. The first couple nights felt a little weird but now I don’t even notice it.
I’d just put it on a case, honestly. I’ve got one on my kids’ tablet and it’s on a thick silicone case, no issues with it peeling or anything. The sticker itself is small enough that it doesn’t really stand out, even on a bigger device.
I actually think you’re overcomplicating it a bit. Tap water is fine. The UV thing is mostly about keeping the bottle itself from getting gross and killing whatever bacteria might be in there, not turning bad water into fancy filtered water. If your tap water is drinkable, you’re good to go.
I’ve seen people mention weight being the deciding factor, but for us the bigger issue was that it kept recognizing my partner as me whenever we weighed in around the same time of day. We started weighing at different times just to avoid the confusion, which kind of defeats the purpose of auto-recognition.
I’ve actually had the opposite experience with mine. I keep it on a rug in my bedroom most of the time and it’s been super consistent for me. I’ve checked it against the tile in the hallway a few times just out of curiosity and honestly the numbers were basically the same, within like half a pound maybe. The body fat readings were also consistent enough that I didn’t see any big jumps.
I feel like the bigger issue for me is whether I’ve had enough water that day or if I weighed in right after a workout. Those things seem to mess with the numbers way more than the floor does. Maybe my rug is just really thin and firm, but I wouldn’t blame the surface too fast. I’d say just pick one spot and stick with it for a few days and see if it settles down.
I’d want to see someone do a side by side with a finger prick before I’d trust that number for anything serious. It’s a nice feature to glance at, but I wouldn’t base any decisions on it.
I had the same worry when I got one for my aussie mix, who’s right around that same weight. Honestly, I almost didn’t order it because I thought the strap would be bulky or hang weird on her neck. But it’s actually got a decent amount of adjustment room, so I didn’t have any trouble getting it to sit snug without being tight.
She wears it for a few hours most days, not all day, but I’ve forgotten to take it off after training a couple of times and she didn’t seem bothered. The contact points sit fine against her fur, no chafing or anything. I was more worried about the receiver being too heavy and flopping around, but it stays put pretty well.
My only small complaint is that I wish the strap had a bit more padding, but that’s me being picky. For a 20 kg dog I think you’ll be fine. My girl is maybe a touch leaner than a border collie and it fits her well, so I’d say go for it. If anything, I’d rather have it slightly too big than too small, since you can always tighten it. Just make sure you’ve got two fingers of space under it and it should be comfortable for normal wear.
I usually just wing it honestly. Some days I’ll do the full cycle, other days I’ll cut it short if I’m rushing. I don’t think it needs to be super precise, just consistent. The timer is there if you want it, but I wouldn’t stress about hitting an exact minute every time.
I think if you’re mainly using them for calls they’re probably fine. I wore mine for a long flight and they didn’t really bug me, just kind of stayed put.
I’d guess the translation works fine with one bud since it’s all going through the app anyway. I haven’t tried it myself but it seems like it would just pick up whichever one you grab. Probably not worth overthinking.
15 minutes sounds about right for a quick deck blow-off if you’re not trying to be super thorough. I’d probably just do it in one go and see how far the battery gets you.
I’ve been eyeing this unit too and honestly I think people might be overthinking the remote thing. If you’re in the same room, it should be fine.
I feel like people might be overthinking this a bit. If the wide setting gets the job done, just use that and move on with your day.