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    Any cheap inkjet printer without expensive inks or drying inks or drm or ink subscription? Don't want to do diy ink tank etc.

    I have been using Epson L130 for 5 years now. Don't print very frequently, but the printer is used at least once a month, maybe more. Have refilled the tank multiple times, and an quite happy with it. The nozzle does need cleaning at times, but still it's useful to have a printer at home. So, I...
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    Need insight into health insurance

    I am also interested in this. Currently have Acko Personal Health Insurance. The amount committed and the features on paper look too good. But I do not understand their reliability. It's a 1 crore cover. I am loath to give money to agents for insurance.
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    Your Gaming Backlog/Progress Report!

    Playing Pillars of Eternity. Also pending Divinity Sin II> Finished Divinity Sin I List: Witcher 2 and 3 Neverwinter Nights (try again!) Elder Scrolls - 3,4,5 Hades Pillars of Eternity II:Deadfyre I think I am set for life, with these games :sweatsmile:
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    Budget 90k+ Buy Macbook Pro from the US

    The lower the better is in terms of deals. I would not like to compromise on a better, more future proof machine. @AgentBane , M1 is good, but I feel the M2 Pro has significantly high processing power. My partner does a lot of image and video editing, so a faster, multi-core processor will...
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    Budget 90k+ Buy Macbook Pro from the US

    What's your Budget? The lower the better What will be your primary usage for the notebook be? Adobe Suite work for an artist What size and weight considerations do you have? 14" Any brand that you prefer, or any brand that you detest? Macbook Any other considerations? Specs that I am...
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    Samsung caught faking Zoom Photos of the moon

    From the Verge article: Upscaling using AI is what most digital cameras do these days. But in Samsung's case, it seems they are creating details where there are none. That's why it's being called out.
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    Samsung caught faking Zoom Photos of the moon

    Samsung caught faking zoom photos of the Moon It's becoming harder to know what's real, and what's fake in this world, especially because companies want to one-up each other, in this case by providing clearer pictures. I don't even know how this can be addressed. What's your take? The...
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    The book I am reading currently

    I haven't finished it yet. So dark ... I re-read Dune, and now will have another crack at it.
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    FS: Cabinets Christmas cleanup sale - pc components, iPad, Pixel 6, miscellanea

    Items tested. Working fine. Thanks for the sale!
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    Recommendations for Meghalaya Trip

    Places: Mawphlang, Mawlynnong, Nongriat, Mawlyngbna, Sohra, Bada Pani (Umiam lake), ... Check out this itinerary. https://www.kipepeo.in/trips/offbeat-meghalaya/ Kipepeo is a responsible tourism company, and if you call them, they can help you with your trip.
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    Health & Fitness COVID Vaccine Experience and your preference.

    Took booster, try to wear mask in crowded places, and in enclosed spaces, even though I get weird states, and questions. If I get Covid again after these precautions, at least I did my best. Never tested positive for Covid. Might have had Omicron in late Jan with atypical symptoms - no...
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    The book I am reading currently

    Finished two books recently, both brilliant: 1. Man eaters of Kumaon by Corbett 2. Gene by Siddhartha Mukherjee (audiobook) Currently reading 1. Gormenghast Trilogy by Mervyn Peake 2. The Lean Startup by Eric Ries? (Audiobook)
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    FS: Cabinets Christmas cleanup sale - pc components, iPad, Pixel 6, miscellanea

    Interested in the Oculus Quest. YGPM
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    The book I am reading currently

    Currently listening to The gene: an ultimate history by Siddhartha Mukherjee. Beautiful storytelling of scientific achievements interspersed with author's personal story. Also reading The Black Company Book 9(10? Have lost count) - Soldiers Live. Fast read. Want to finish the story now.
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    Health & Fitness Recent Increase in no of heart attacks

    To add to the above, other things I try to follow personally: Eat healthy, wholesome foods. Keep eating outside, or junk food to 1 to 2 times a week. Think about what we are putting in our body. Something that I have tried with myself, and has helped. If we are having acidity/GERD, we need to...
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    Need suggestions for a water purifier

    I have also been thinking about this. Currently Urban Company offers an yearly subscription model as well.
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    Budget 20-25K Need a good phone | Bye-bye Apple

    Pixel 6a is a good option, if you want a smooth experience, 5G, a good camera, and updates for 3 years. I think it is still available for 27-28k on Flipkart with card discounts. Using the phone, and moving up from the Pixel 4a, it doesn't seem too big. It has a narrow down factor. I would not...
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    Pixel 6a launched

    This one. Also added a finger ring. Deal of the day: Spigen Rugged Armor Back Cover Compatible for Google Pixel 6a (TPU | Matte Black) https://amzn.eu/d/f1Zd3kR
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