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    Inverter and battery setup for home (microwave)

    I am in Bangalore in an independent house, and there are power cuts when there is a downpour. Looking to buy an inverter battery setup. Usage: 3 lights and 2-3 fans 1 laptop and 1 monitor A microwave (input 1200W) Microwave will be used for about 20 mins, if at all. Most days, it won’t be...
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    10-15K Phone for teenage niece

    My brother wants to buy a phone for my niece - 15 years old. Budget is ~15k. He will get an exchange of 2.5k for the old phone. Usage: Camera Light gaming Social Media Calling/WhatsApp She's a teenager, but not really phone savvy IMO. What I want to focus on: Performance Minimal or...
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    Wireless headphones with Mic - Budget 5K

    1. Budget ~ 5K 2. Features - Bluetooth, 2 device connection, inbuilt Mic, decent sound (balanced), decent noise isolation I am looking to buy budget wireless headphones for my daily use, on my computer, and otherwise. I have a pair of Pixel Buds and a basic wired Platronics. The wired...
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    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

    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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    4k VFM TV. Budget 25k

    Budget: ~ 25k Requirement: 4K, 43" or more Brand: no preference Looking to buy a TV for viewing in the living room. Will be wall mounted and viewed from about 8-10 feet. People are suggesting to go with 4K. Not so sure about which one to go for. I have looked at the following options: Was...
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    Laptops Laptop Screen Replacement - DIY, or repair center in Bangalore?

    Hi, I bought a Dell xps 15 9570 in 2018 from the US for my partner. In 2021, the screen started giving problem, with ghosting and lines. Since it was pandemic, and we had a monitor, and so we managed. I am in Bangalore now, and we took it to the Dell repair center in Marathalli for screen...
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    Monitor to mirror Ipad screen for home podcast setup and basic video editing

    Hi, My friend has a 2017 Ipad Pro, which she is using for a basic video editing setup. It has a lightning port, and she is currently connecting her audio setup with it using a lightning to USB-A converter She wants a larger screen to be able to have a better handle on what she is doing. I...
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    41-50k Windows laptop for basic usage

    What's your Budget? (cheaper the better. Less than 50K) What will be your primary usage for the notebook be? (MS Word, Excel, and Web Browsing) What size and weight considerations do you have? (13"/14" lightweight) Any brand that you prefer, or any brand that you detest? (None, as long as...
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    30-40k Under 40k phone with good camera and battery

    Questions:- 1. Budget? A: INR 40k and below 2. Preferred display size, type and resolution? A: Around 6 inch, OLED 3. Preferred operating system? (Android (with version), iOS, Windows Phone etc). A: Android 4. Preferred connectivity options? A: 5g with wireless calling 5. Do you have any...
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    iOS iPad Air vs iPad Pro for an illustrator

    My partner is an artist and she's been using iPad 2018 with Apple Pencil since 2020 (Pandemic) for her art. She has a Wacom Intuous as well, but since she has become used the iPad, she uses Wacom sparingly. I want to buy her a better display with better sensitivity. However, I also do not want...
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    41-50k Multiple laptops for office use

    What's your Budget? (<50K inclusive of GST) What will be your primary usage for the notebook be? (programming backend/frontend) What size and weight considerations do you have? Size: 15 inch or less Weight: 2 Kg Any brand that you prefer, or any brand that you detest? (No Lenovo?) Any other...
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    Budget 15K: Projector for office presentation use

    Hi, My office requires a projector for presentations and online meetings. Budget: 15000. Brightness: As high as possible Other requirements: 1. Sharp fonts 2. Resolution: 1080p Please let me know the best options in the market. Note: We ordered the EGate i9A, but it was not bright enough...
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    Goqii Smart Vital watch - Is this worth buying? Cost 2.8k right now

    I am buying this as a gift for my partner. She likes watches, and I thought I should gift Hey a smartwatch. Someone suggested this brand. I know Goqii is decent, but am not sure about the new features on this one - temperature, HR and BP. Has anyone bought it and used it? I would love some...
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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

    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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    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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    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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    Dehumidifier for the monsoons

    So I stay in Mussoorie, and in monsoons everything gets damp and moldy here. Since it's not too cold, running the heater won't work. I want to get a good dehumidifier for this purpose, but am not sure which one to get. Most of the dehumidifiers available online work as 3 in one...
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    Budget ~2K Wireless/Bluetooth Sturdy Earphones

    I had a pair of Aukey B40 which I got from the US which lasted me a couple of years. I am not much of an audiophile, and am looking for something which lasts at least a couple of years with normal usage, and at the lowest price. I stay in Mussoorie so warranty and returns will be a pain in the...