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Member Since 23/10/2018
Last Seen 23/10/2024
Location Wellington

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I've bought several drives from them with no issues, both new and manufacturer refurbished. All Seagate Exos, but they also sell WD (for…
17/08/2024 - 10:10
Does anyone have a spare NZ BookMe code?
09/11/2023 - 22:19
I usually buy three layer jackets and prefer Goretex, though there are also decent lighter jackets that aren’t quite as hardy. I usually…
18/08/2023 - 08:48
It's not always that straightforward. Tuya patched the vulnerability mid last year, and it only works with ESP8266 (and maybe ESP32?)…
07/08/2023 - 23:42
libgen isn’t just public domain, it’s mostly pirated content. Project Gutenberg is public domain.
09/02/2023 - 14:19
Alex commented on $20 Credit @ Mevo
Thanks! There’s a two week expiry when it’s activated, so I assume the code itself expires on 13 February.
09/02/2023 - 14:17
This camera also works with the ONVIF Scrypted plugin, so you could set it up to stream to HomeKit Secure Video if you had a…
01/02/2023 - 18:53
The code got noticeably worse about a month ago. I find myself using SCQ222 more than anything else, especially on name-brand items.
01/02/2023 - 18:43
I helped a friend with an identical install. We ended up finding a small switch that provided 802.3at, and we used an EdgeRouter X. The two…
17/01/2023 - 07:31
This is a little harder to answer. WiFi is the most confusing protocol, as some devices will only authenticate through the cloud, while…
06/01/2023 - 14:32
The “easiest” option is to buy a HomeKit compatible plug, but I wouldn’t recommend it because (a) the plug you’re looking at…
06/01/2023 - 10:41
There are a few options. ##Buying a HomeKit compatible WiFi plug This is the easiest option, but choices are really limited - I could only…
05/01/2023 - 20:31
This is basically the only answer. The only thing to note, and I’m not sure whether it applies to your device, is that some manufacturers…
06/12/2022 - 11:24
As an aside, unless you’re specifically after the better camera, you’re desperate for the ProMotion display, or your current phone…
04/12/2022 - 11:04
It works perfectly for that! The latest update lets you easily switch between multiple Google accounts, so you can download and…
02/10/2022 - 13:42
I set mine up at home, then take it with me travelling. I bought the OEM ethernet power brick, and it works in almost every hotel room. You…
02/10/2022 - 11:09
I price matched my PLB at Macpac. I think I might have matched with Gearshop, but helping someone else purchase earlier this year, a quick…
24/09/2022 - 00:16
$4.14/L when you buy six at Moore Wilson’s, though Wellington only. Barista is also $4.25/L, which I much prefer in coffee. Online price…
28/07/2022 - 18:18
The iPad Air has the same processor as the iPad Pro. If you’re after an 11”, you’re getting 120Hz refresh rate, a better camera, and…
26/07/2022 - 17:33
A few points, in order: * Buy a TV made by Samsung, LG, Panasonic or Sony. Cheaper brands are great value, and the panels are generally…
02/05/2022 - 08:05
Then we’re comparing apples and oranges. I’m sure you could find a receiver with eARC + speakers for the right price, but there are…
26/04/2022 - 12:29
Mirroring BabySeaClown’s comment - I’m also surprised how sexist that linked post is. Even in your linked thread, though, some…
26/04/2022 - 08:24
There are lots of reasons to get a soundbar over an AV receiver. Personally, I have a receiver-driven 7.1.2 setup in the living room, and a…
24/04/2022 - 16:43
I use a 65” C1 in the living room and a 55” JZ1000 in the bedroom. The JZ1000 has the “Master HDR” panel, as opposed to the…
19/04/2022 - 12:05
Alex replied to [Deactivated] on Recommendation for a Dolby Atmos Setup
I agree a decent setup with a dedicated amp can give you better sound, though it’s not always the most practical. It’s not always…
19/04/2022 - 11:57
My bad - it’s $1,649 at JB. Still, you can get a Q900a for <$1,000 + SWA-9500S if you want rears later for $375ish. 9.1.4 vs 11.1.4, but…
17/04/2022 - 18:24
I just bought the Q900a for $944. Is the Q950a worth an extra $1,100?
17/04/2022 - 17:34
The Apple TV isn’t Apple-specific. I have both, and they’d both be perfectly fine replacements. The Apple TV is more expensive, but…
19/03/2022 - 10:33
Swann usually has ffmpeg support. [iSpy](https://www.ispyconnect.com/camera/swann) has instructions, and you can ingest using a tool like…
25/02/2022 - 10:01
I bought a couple of copies of the Anthology on the sale, to play with friends over the weekend. It’s not quite as good value, but it…
08/02/2022 - 08:14
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