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> tldr; consumers, pay attention, and VxA=W is some math you should always keep in mind. Some manufacturers also play the V game. 12V power…
24/04/2025 - 10:44
You definitely want to stick with NiMH for the flashes. These won't be able to put out enough current for big flashes. The triggers would…
23/04/2025 - 17:08
LiPo cells are ~3.6V, there is a circuit inside the cells that steps it down to 1.5V and handles the cell protection.
23/04/2025 - 16:27
> And isn't AA batteries usually calculate in 1.2V instead of 1.5V? Alkaline AAs are 1.5V, NiMH 1.2V. That's why it's not straightforward…
23/04/2025 - 15:36
I wish all batteries used mWh. It'd be a lot easier to compare capacity.
23/04/2025 - 15:05
> Today, being a public holiday +++ overseas call centre operator's will need to be retrained. This is not a sudden change taking ISPs by…
18/04/2025 - 20:50
Well last week is not today, so...
18/04/2025 - 19:05
I would take a PLB personally as I'm not a boat. :)
18/04/2025 - 12:57
I used to be a *big* user of micro SD cards when phones came with 16/32/64GB storage. But since they jumped to 128/256GB minimum with good…
17/04/2025 - 11:13
Do you keep them charged at 100% in storage? The batteries will likely have a longer lifespan if you store them with about 60% storage.
14/04/2025 - 13:45
Same here; I've had my DataVac for years but it's a hassle to unpack it and the thick cable for a quick clean - I spend more time setting…
14/04/2025 - 10:39
> It's a pain in the arse to take the thing apart though. Two screws and some clips; it could be easier but it's not that bad. Some devices…
14/04/2025 - 10:33
Inkbird don't make chamber sealers. If you don't need a chamber sealer specifically (soups, liquids, wet foods, infusions, etc), edge…
13/04/2025 - 21:02
It isn't a smart device so they can't take any features away, so it'll be fine.
13/04/2025 - 20:14
Hopefully they (and others) learn from the backlash!
13/04/2025 - 18:28
They've [changed their minds on that](https://anovaculinary.com/blogs/blog/good-news-about-ongoing-product-support). > Absolute BS, their…
13/04/2025 - 17:58
Which device?
13/04/2025 - 17:35
They're not my first preference but I don't mind WiFi Tuya stuff. I haven't had any DOA. No connectivity problems with my UniFi APs. Local…
10/04/2025 - 14:36
> I dont know whats going on over there in Sam Land, so much a secret your not allowed to buy one even while the the so called secret sale…
09/04/2025 - 22:28
OP said it was less than a day. The battery in the 40mm isn't less than half the size. OP also didn't mention a size.
08/04/2025 - 21:42
Don't believe everything you read online, there's a lot of misinformation around. My friend's Watch 7 lasts just about 2 days with the…
08/04/2025 - 11:36
The way our dollar is going, everything is going to cost more. Are you going to neg every deal that isn't cheaper than ATL?
07/04/2025 - 12:33
Make sure you follow the [instructions](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLxm2EI8_Dg) and put it on properly. The readings will be affected…
07/04/2025 - 08:42
> Unless you genuinely have High BP, why would you want to monitor everything? Maybe people buying it have high BP, or are trying to avoid…
06/04/2025 - 19:22
You must be really lucky, you should buy lotto today! :) Just last year I bought a pack of Varta AAAs from SuperCheap Auto to use up some…
06/04/2025 - 17:42
Not sure how much it relates to blood pressure readings, but I've tried sitting perfectly still and monitoring my heart rate through my…
06/04/2025 - 11:49
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