Tina M

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    I only ever use mine on the tile floor in the kitchen. I tried it on a thicker bath mat once and the numbers were all over the place, so I just never bothered with carpet again. Too much of a hassle to deal with inconsistent readings.

    in reply to: Can SpyFocus record continuously without overheating? #6443
    Tina MTina M
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    I keep seeing people worry about this, but honestly mine has been fine. I’ve had it running for maybe three hours straight once when I forgot I even had it going, and it was warm when I finally grabbed it, but not scary hot or anything. Just normal warm, like a phone after a long video call. It never shut down or gave me any trouble.

    I think a lot of these mini cams are built with continuous recording in mind since that’s kind of the whole point. If it was going to die from heat after an hour, nobody would buy it. I’m not saying you should bake it on top of a radiator or anything, but I wouldn’t overthink it. The battery is probably what’s going to stop you before the heat does. I’d just charge it fully and maybe test it once at home while you’re still around to see how it feels.

    in reply to: TrimZa for really thick nails or just regular upkeep? #6146
    Tina MTina M
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    I mean, I got mine mostly because I hate the mess from clippers and it does a decent job just keeping things tidy week to week. I haven’t tried it on anything really gnarly though, so I can’t say for sure if it’d handle your husband’s nails. It’s more of a convenience thing than a heavy duty tool to me.

    in reply to: Qinux Klampero for really small chains? #6047
    Tina MTina M
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    It’s probably fine. I wouldn’t overthink it, these things usually clamp on tight enough to get the job done even if it feels a little snug.

    in reply to: Qinux Zindoggo vs my old tracker – battery life question #5984
    Tina MTina M
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    I get what you’re saying about it only being a week in, but honestly, I think a lot of it depends on how much you’re actually using the GPS and alerts. I’ve had mine for a couple weeks now and I’m still not sure if the battery is really gonna hold up like they claim or if it’ll start dropping faster once the novelty wears off. It’s fine so far, but I’m not convinced yet.

    in reply to: Qinux BlastVul nozzle options for glass windows? #5949
    Tina MTina M
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    I think people overthink this. I’ve used mine on a few windows around the house and just kept the nozzle on the widest setting, didn’t even bother with the lowest pressure. No issues at all, just kept it moving and didn’t hold it too close. Works fine for me.

    in reply to: Black Falcon Drone for a casual flyer, or overkill? #5773
    Tina MTina M
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    I mean, if you’re not the type to stress over specs and just want something that works for a quick fly around, it’ll probably do the trick. The app thing is really just a one-time setup to get the live view going, not something you have to mess with every time. I wouldn’t call it overkill for casual use, it’s more like it’s just there when you want it.

    Tina MTina M
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    I wonder if the translation feature or voice assistant drains it more than just music, I haven’t really tried those much yet. Might be worth testing on a day without calls to see if it gets closer to the advertised time.

    in reply to: Mouth taping at night worth it if I already use a humidifier? #5237
    Tina MTina M
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    I think it’s kind of a different thing though. The humidifier helps with dryness, but the tape is more about keeping your mouth shut so you nose breathe all night. I’ve done both and noticed less grogginess even though my throat was already fine.

    in reply to: Can the Nunawave Oral Care Pro be used if you have braces? #4989
    Tina MTina M
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    I’ve seen a few people mention the flexible mouthguard thing, but I’d wonder more about whether the red light can even reach your gums properly with all that metal in the way. The brackets might just block the light from getting where it needs to go, which kind of defeats the purpose if you’re trying to fix sensitivity.

    in reply to: Guardality fit in a slim cardholder with 4 cards already? #4722
    Tina MTina M
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    I’ve got 5 cards in mine with the Guardality and it’s tight but still closes fine. Just depends if you like a really slim feel or don’t mind a little extra bulge. I personally don’t even notice it after a day.

    in reply to: Qinux VultrioX on uneven ground – any tips? #4593
    Tina MTina M
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    I just use mine and don’t overthink it too much. It does bounce a little on really uneven spots but it still cuts fine.

    in reply to: Earscribe on iOS vs Android? #4585
    Tina MTina M
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    I wouldn’t sweat it too much honestly. It’s one of those things where if you’re both just using the earbuds normally you probably won’t even notice the difference.

    in reply to: Do the FitiBeats stay in place during running? #4530
    Tina MTina M
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    I actually run with mine pretty often and haven’t had any issues at all. They stay put during my whole workout, even on the treadmill or when I’m doing sprints outside. I think it just depends on your ear shape, but for me they’ve been really reliable.

    in reply to: SynGas normal to feel a slight hesitation at first? #4349
    Tina MTina M
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    Eh, probably nothing. Mine did something similar for the first day or two and then it just went away on its own. I’d just forget about it and see if it’s still there after a few more drives.

    in reply to: Can NanoPolix handle old oxidation or just fresh stuff? #4267
    Tina MTina M
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    I think it does handle older oxidation okay, but it’s more of a “makes it way less noticeable” thing than a full removal. Worked on my faded trunk but I still had a few spots that needed something stronger.

    Tina MTina M
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    It’ll work fine with any router in access point mode, that part is pretty straightforward. I wouldn’t overthink it, just plug it in and switch the mode.

    in reply to: Can the Epicooler handle a room with no ceiling insulation? #3638
    Tina MTina M
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    I’ve got one and honestly the no insulation thing isn’t as big a deal as people make it out to be. It runs a bit more but it still keeps the spot I’m sitting in comfortable, so I wouldn’t overthink it.

    Tina MTina M
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    Honestly I barely noticed a difference once the breeze picked up on my patio. It still caught a couple things near the base but the light just didn’t seem to reach far enough.

    Tina MTina M
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    Honestly, it’s not really long-range in the way you’re probably hoping. I mean, it’ll show the last spot it connected to your phone before the bag went out of range, but that’s about it unless someone else’s phone happens to pick it up. Worked okay for me when I left my backpack in a taxi, but I wouldn’t count on it for a lost suitcase at a busy airport.

    Tina MTina M
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    I’d probably just try it and see what happens honestly. If it leaks, you can always grab a rubber washer or some plumber’s tape for a couple bucks. But I’d guess it’s fine unless your hose connector is super old or beat up.

    in reply to: Derila Ergo vs a regular pillow height question #2177
    Tina MTina M
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    I think once you actually put your head on it, the Derila Ergo does sink down more than you’d expect from just looking at it. I was a little worried about the height too since I’m mostly a back sleeper, but it didn’t feel overly tall to me after a night or two. Not totally sure if it’s perfect for everyone, but it worked out fine for me.

    in reply to: Breezi AC okay to leave running on desk all day? #2081
    Tina MTina M
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    I skimmed the title and honestly I wouldn’t overthink it. I’ve left mine plugged in at my desk for like two weeks straight without turning it off, fan still going, mist on and off whenever I remember to add water. It’s not some complicated gadget, it just runs until you unplug it or the water runs dry.

    Tina MTina M
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    Yeah I figured as much after reading through these. It’s just the pump sucking air, not a defect or anything. I’ll probably still grab one, I can deal with a little noise if it means not sweating through my workday. Appreciate the input.

    in reply to: Is it normal for the SleepZee to feel tight at first? #1604
    Tina MTina M
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    I remember mine feeling pretty snug at first, but I think that’s kind of the point with the boil and bite. It did loosen up a little over a few nights, but it never got super loose or anything. I wouldn’t say it bothered me after the first couple tries though.

    in reply to: Qinux BreezaMax battery life on medium speed? #1598
    Tina MTina M
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    I get what you’re asking, but I wouldn’t worry too much about the battery on medium. I’ve used mine for a few hours at a time without it dying on me, and it’s never been an issue for just desk work. The noise level is the real win here, honestly.

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