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    Voltage and frequency conversion

    Hi, I bought a Nespresso machine and a milk frother from the US. Both run on 120v 60Hz. The machine requires 1200W and the frother requires 550W. Now, voltage conversion shouldn't be a problem. However, since our supply has a 50Hz frequency, will I be able to use the machine at all? Thanks..
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    Networking help.

    Hi guys! Need some help with my current networking setup at home. It's pretty simple: Router 1: Dlink 2750u wireless modem+router with an 8mbps Airtel DSL connection on 2nd floor (DHCP enabled). Router 2: Cisco E900 wireless router on the 1st floor connected to the Dlink router via LAN cable...
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    Car & Bike Cruze - DPF and Engine Oil.

    Hi. I own a Cruze. It is the old model with 150ps horsepower. Does the Cruze in India come fitted with a DPF (diesel particulate filter)? The reason why I'm asking is because cars that do have this filter require a ACEA "C3" grade engine oil. As per the car manual, I need to use 5W40 ACEA C3...
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    Vodafone Delhi - 3G signal strength.

    Hi. I've been using Vodafone 3G on my iPhone 5 since December. The overall experience has been quite dismal. I do get good speeds, but the problem is the strength. In my house, which is in South Delhi, I get 1-2 bars in the front facing room on the top floor. In all other rooms the signal...
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    Camera Telephoto for my Nikon D90

    Hi. I've wanted a telephoto for a long long time. A trip to South Africa towards the end of the month seems like a perfect excuse to go buy one. I've done some research and have shortlisted the following: Nikon 55-300mm: This is an entry level lens known to have slow AF. It's relatively new...
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    Video 46" TV buying advice.

    Hi. We were looking to change a TV. We have always owned Sony TVs. This time around, we are looking at the following options: Sony EX650: 64k Sony HX750: 78k 3D Samsung ES5600R - 59.5k Samsung ES6220R - 69k 3D The rates are from the grey market. Are any of the TVs affected by panel lottery...
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    Indiaplaza iPhone 5 still not shipped!

    iPhone 5 was launched in India on the 2nd of November. On 5th November, I order one for my dad on Indiatimes. They gave a delivery date of 22nd November. On 22nd November I called them, and on 23rd morning, Bluedart delivered it. On 8th November, I went to Indiaplaza.com. I went to the iPhone 5...
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    FS: MP3 Player iPod Touch 64gb - 3rd Gen (mint condition with box and accessories)

    Hi. I'm planning to sell my iPod touch. Description: Its a 64gb 3rd generation model with box and all accessories. Condition: When I bought the iPod, the first thing I did was put a screen protector and a Belkin silicone case. The screen protector is still free of any bubbles although it is a...
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    Upgrading my wireless network.

    Hi guys! I live in a 3 story bungalow. We have an Airtel DSL connection which is connected to a Beetel 220BX modem. The modem is connected to a 8-port D-Link switch via an ethernet cable. From the switch, we have a few ethernet cables running. 2 connect to a desktop in the same room. This room...
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    Camera Nikon drops a bomb with the D800!

    Looks like Peter at nikonrumors pretty much nailed it. The D800 was announced today in 2 variants - D800 and D800E (without the AA filter). The camera has a 36mp full frame sensor and gets a lot of features from the new D4 (including AF and metering) all at a price of $2999 and $3299 (for the E...
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    Driving from Delhi to Coimbatore via Goa

    My dad is driving from Delhi -Goa and then Goa - Coimbatore in a few days. He uses an iPad with a BSNL 3G card. The connection is very slow most of the times here in Delhi. He wants to buy another 3G sim from a private operator which he will use on his trip. He will continue using this sim later...
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    Air your tunes!

    I got my dad an iPad recently. He doesn't know how to use a PC, but since he's been using an iPhone since the very beginning, he's very familiar with iOS. It made perfect sense to get him an iPad for his needs. Now, he wanted a dock to play music. He wanted something that he could carry around...
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    Is the media allowed to track people using their cellphone location if they want to?

    This article was published on the front page of TOI-Delhi on the 7th. They openly admit to tracking down Ukrainian coach Yuri Ogorodnik by verifying the location of his cellphone! Now I know that the media can get things done when they want to, but is this allowed? I'm wondering because they...
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    Vodafone EDGE on iPhone 4

    My aunt recently bought an iPhone 4 which is factory unlocked. Now, I know that Vodafone has some pricey iPhone data plans. I thought that these plans are only a must for people who have bought carrier locked iPhones from Vodafone in the past. Anyhow, I have got the regular Vodafone Mobile...
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    Video No budget TV

    A friend of mine wants to replace his 55" 8-series Samsung 3D LED with a bigger better TV. He will shift the old TV to his bedroom. The new TV should be atleast 60" and should have the best display available in India. I read about the XBR-HX929 Series Sony TVs. Any idea when they will be...
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    DVD/Bluray Player

    Hi guys! So, my parents' DVD player conked off recently and they are demanding a new one! The one thing that they definitely require is a USB port to play video content off an HDD. It would help if the player can support the NTFS file system and play MKV files. Also, the other option is to buy...
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    Camera Nikon D5100 Announced

    .. and it has the same sensor as the D7000. $799 for the body. $899 for the kit! They also announced an external mic. Here are some links: Nikon | News | Digital-SLR camera Nikon D5100 Nikon D5100 announced and previewed: Digital Photography Review Nikon D5100 DSLR surfaces with 16.2...
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    Tether for Blackberry.

    Hi, Since the past few days, I've been using a Blackberry Bold 9780. I'm on a BIS data plan with Vodafone where I pay Rs. 599 for unlimited access. The catch here is that for tethering, I need to use Vodafone Mobile Connect (VMC) and for media streaming apps like Youtube, I need to use Vodafone...
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    Car & Bike Few queries regarding my new car.

    Hey guys, After many years, I finally decided to buy a new car and bought myself a Cruze. I have a few queries as follows: 1. What should I use - Standard fuel or Premium fuel. 2. The ICE does not have support for ipods, but it has a 3.5mm aux port. Should I buy a good quality aux cable, or...
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    Car & Bike URGENT - ICE for Fortuner

    My uncle wants to change the OEM head unit in the Fortuner. The primary reason is ipod connectivity. A double-din sized HU would be better since the original one takes up that much space. I know he might have to compromise on the steering controls, which he has been made aware of! Please...
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