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Bear in mind that BYD do limited runs of manufacturing specifically for the AU and NZ versions of the Atto 3. They're not identical to the…
14/06/2024 - 11:33
> What did I shit on specifically? A quote from you, less than an hour ago: "It is actually less though....It also looks like utter shit"…
14/06/2024 - 11:16
I don't have a BYD but cross-shopped extensively before getting my Model 3. Real world range for the Extended Range version of the Atto 3…
14/06/2024 - 11:02
> I buy a different brand, one that fits my requirement better. And yet you show up to sh!t on Tesla and EVs in general, regular as…
14/06/2024 - 10:57
Jimmy your responses are absolutely on point, and reflect my own feelings almost exactly. Yes, Tesla have a different interior layout to…
14/06/2024 - 10:13
You've read that wrong. That warranty only applies to: "repair or replacement of Tesla-branded parts purchased directly from Tesla,…
14/06/2024 - 09:05
> Why is everyone going on about Tesla? Because for some reason it's become a dumb political tribal BS, and everyone has to pile on. It…
14/06/2024 - 08:42
The boot space in the Atto 3 is pretty small - equivalent to what you'd expect in a VW Golf. It's really not suitable for luggage for 5 and…
14/06/2024 - 08:36
It's not more, but it's not less either. The Tesla layout is no worse than a standard dashboard, and the large digits can actually be seen…
14/06/2024 - 08:22
> The eufy app works but you can't see multiple camera streams at once That's likely to be a limitation of the hardware - there's only so…
14/06/2024 - 08:18
> its hub can sync with Dropbox The whole schtick with PoE cameras (and Eufy's Homebase) is that all information is stored locally rather…
13/06/2024 - 13:18
Sure, but then you'd have a Swann system.....eww Mind you, I expect you'd have decent range from a 900Mhz network
13/06/2024 - 10:45
They have a battery and integrated solar panel. Eufy claims that 2 hours of direct sunlight a day will keep them charged indefinitely. I…
13/06/2024 - 09:51
> Does it run its own custom band or something to not mess with the rest of the house? between the base and the cameras? Not sure about the…
13/06/2024 - 09:42
You're right that PoE cameras are inherently more reliable, less prone to interference and jamming and generally have better performance in…
13/06/2024 - 09:30
It happens every time an EV deal gets posted. A bunch of clueless people show up demonstrate their ignorance and make pointless arguments.
12/06/2024 - 08:32
> where you have to move your head to check the speed Absolutely not true. You move your eyes down, just like a normal dashboard - just…
05/06/2024 - 15:14
> Tesla is like Apple, form over function. Hard disagree. The interiors of the Model 3 & Y are very well designed - highly functional,…
05/06/2024 - 09:52
Counterpoint - both my friend and I bought 4k TVs from Aldi about 5 years ago when they were on special, and they're both still going fine.…
05/06/2024 - 08:19
Possibly Dec 2024, but more likely early 2025 at this stage
27/05/2024 - 19:48
Typically powered via USB port. Brightness isn't specified on the product page - some of these monitors can get quite high brightness but…
25/05/2024 - 16:16
Most smart garage door controllers work the same way - they mimic a wired remote and use a very simple WiFi-controlled relay mechanism. For…
24/05/2024 - 22:21
> Why no one seems to be concerned about battery replacement cost after 8-10yrs for EVs and hybrids? Mostly because the 8-10 year figure…
24/05/2024 - 20:21
> I didn't like it. It screams cost cutting It's true that Tesla interiors look different to the interiors of other expensive cars. But to…
24/05/2024 - 08:28
There are plenty of garage door openers available for a fraction of the price. Not a good deal at all.
24/05/2024 - 08:21
> Tesla doesn't use any standards in either its charging system Excuse me? All Teslas in Australia use CCS, just like everything else sold…
23/05/2024 - 19:31
Something that often isn't mentioned is that services like Apple Music, Audible, Spotify evolve over time, and Tesla has to update their…
23/05/2024 - 15:19
Counterpoint to the above: > reliance on touchscreen for interior controls Not as much as you might think. Cruise control set, speed and…
23/05/2024 - 09:34
It varies very widely, so best to get quotes for yourself. Mine is $1150 p/a with Allianz but I've gotten quotes up to $3k for the exact…
23/05/2024 - 09:10
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