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    10-15K Need a smartphone for my father

    I am not able to get the exchange offer at my location on the Motorola phones, or any phones on Flipkart .They are even showing as not deliverable (Mussoorie). So might go with the Redmi Note. Now, which Redmi Note to get, if I do not want to stretch my budget too far above 10K, with exchange...
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    10-15K Need a smartphone for my father

    Thanks for the suggestions. Currently leaning towards G71, if I can get it during the current sale. Wish me luck!
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    10-15K Need a smartphone for my father

    I will debloat for him, so that's not a problem. I am not so happy about processors in new Moto phones. He used a Moto 5GS since 2017, for more than four years. Edit: He is 76
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    The book I am reading currently

    Currently wandering in The Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan. 4th book, 8 more to go!
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    10-15K Need a smartphone for my father

    Budget? A: INR 10k-15k 2. Preferred display size, type and resolution? A: Don't want a very large phone. But size not a criteria 3. Preferred operating system? (Android (with version), iOS, Windows Phone etc). A: Android 11 4. Preferred connectivity options? (4G, 3G, 2G etc). A: 4G 5. Do you...
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    Website hosting alternatives - want to switch my hosting from Hostgator

    I just bought Hostinger myself. 4 years for <8K Now will slowly migrate the websites there. Glad I made the call. I would have paid more than double using Hostgator
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    Website hosting alternatives - want to switch my hosting from Hostgator

    Hi, I have been hosting websites on Hostgator. They had a very reliable linux multiple website plan for someone starting off. However, there renewal rates are prohibitive, and I am now planning to switch and migrate the sites one by one to a new hosting provider. I have looked at some options...
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    The book I am reading currently

    For me, the Nook when it came out, and now the Kindle, helps me immensely with reading. I work in the outdoors and travel a lot, so having a Kindle really works for me. @All, I don't keep a count of books. Just started "The Wheel of Time" series, which has been on the bookshelf for many years...
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    The book I am reading currently

    Read The Bottle of Lies in one go yesterday, and it was such an eye opener. Not surprised, because corporate cronyism and compromising on safety and quality in lieu of profits is a recurring problem in Indian companies. I felt there was inherent American bia towards India and the East as well in...
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    Printer for home office use

    I have this for the last 3-4 years, and it's been working fine for me. Something similar from Epson/Canon should be good for you too. This is an ink tank printer, where I can refill ink when needed...
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    Dell XPS 9570 screen problem

    Ok, thanks. I will try that and let you know Edit: The lines change from time to time. Sometimes there are more, sometimes less. But same part of the screen
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    Dell XPS 9570 screen problem

    It works fine with an external display. Should I just open it and check if the cable is loose?
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    Dell XPS 9570 screen problem

    Changed the wallpaper. The top part of the screen is okay. The lower part has lines (horizontal and vertical).
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    Dell XPS 9570 screen problem

    I have a Dell XPS 9570 which I got from the US. The screen suddenly started flickering, with some ghosting, a year ago. I am attaching a screenshot for reference. Here's a link to a short video too. https://photos.app.goo.gl/3khz7tDqLcBWEwHe6 Any ideas where and how I can get it fixed? I live...
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    What watch are you wearing today???

    HMT Pilot limited edition white, bought through a GO order on Techenclave (in 2013) :)
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    Ship Parcel to UK

    I am in no rush. As long as it reaches in a month or so ... India post seems to be cheaper than other options ...
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    Ship Parcel to UK

    I am not sure anyone refers to Uttarakhand as UK. But I guess I should have taken care of that ambiguity. I want to ship it to the Queen's kingdom across the English channel from France, if you may @rdst_1 I have considered India Post and DTDC. I was just checking with members here if anyone's...
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    Ship Parcel to UK

    No, I have to send it from Dehradun/Mussoorie if possible
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    Ship Parcel to UK

    Hi, I need to send a gift to a friend in UK. Do you know how I can parcel it to them? It is a calendar, A3 size. Thanks!
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    The 1990s / Early 2000s IndiPop Scene

    Some of my favourites