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Member Since 03/02/2011
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malcom replied to krammis76 on TP-Link Slim Wi-Fi Plugs KP105 $18, KP115 $22 @ The Good Guys Commercial (Membership Required)
I used a similar TP-Link smart plug for my Christmas tree. I also have a smart switch connected to my sandwich press which is integrated...
13/01/2021 - 11:45
malcom replied to prubie on Google Pixel 5 $749, Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G $849, OPPO Find X2 Pro 5G $1199 & More + Plan Cost @ Telstra
Awesome! I'm still waiting for my Telstra order to ship. I know Pixel's are generally unlocked. Can you confirm that this is the case with...
02/12/2020 - 15:10
malcom commented on Hisense 65Q8 65" 4K Ultra ULED Smart TV [2020] - $1895.25 @ JB Hi-Fi
Just be aware of the panel lottery with Hisense. I bought a 75" and it had terrible black uniformity with a huge area of backlight bleeding...
08/10/2020 - 08:56
malcom replied to dtgold on BOGOF Smart Wall Switches (eg 2x Connect 3 Gang Switch $59 C&C / + Delivery) @ Harvey Norman / Joyce Mayne
I’ve paired mine with motion sensors which will automatically turn the lights on (and off when there’s no motion after a delay). So I...
30/08/2020 - 00:00
malcom replied to watts on BOGOF Smart Wall Switches (eg 2x Connect 3 Gang Switch $59 C&C / + Delivery) @ Harvey Norman / Joyce Mayne
The deta switches are pretty good. Just had them installed yesterday and they're working perfectly.
29/08/2020 - 09:48
malcom replied to Vietsoldier on BOGOF Smart Wall Switches (eg 2x Connect 3 Gang Switch $59 C&C / + Delivery) @ Harvey Norman / Joyce Mayne
Looks like you can flash tasmota/esphome on them: https://templates.blakadder.com/connect_smarthome_CSH-SWTCH2.html This is a really good...
29/08/2020 - 00:57
malcom replied to chathy on Sony 65" X9500H 4K UHD Android Bravia LED TV $2695.50 @ The Good Guys
I just bought a 75Q8 which has terrible black uniformity, which I will be returning. There are apparently known quality control issues. If...
20/08/2020 - 12:20
malcom replied to grrrrr on Xiaomi Aqara Smart Window Door Sensor 2 Pack US$17.99 (~A$25.99) + Free Priority Shipping @ GeekBuying
I've used mine along the garage door rail/garage door for about 2 years now without a problem.
09/07/2020 - 21:36
malcom commented on [PC] Humble Bundle: Just Drive. Project Cars 2, Assetto Corsa, Nascar Heat 4, $1.5 to $20
I've added the keys to Steam, however, I'm not seeing any of the games show up in my library. Anyone else running into this problem?
14/03/2020 - 10:48
malcom replied to 4892 on Nintendo Switch 2019 Console with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Download $349 Delivered @ Amazon AU
Buy it now and again with the cash rewards tomorrow. That way you don't miss out :P
29/11/2019 - 00:50
malcom replied to limucat on Retroflag GPi Case $95 + Shipping @ Core Electronics
I followed this guide: https://howchoo.com/g/ndc3njbhytv/retroflag-gpi-setup
29/09/2019 - 15:15
malcom replied to cheepo on Retroflag GPi Case $95 + Shipping @ Core Electronics
There are some folks working on getting it working with a Pi compute module. The cartridge is a bit bigger but not by much....
29/09/2019 - 15:14
malcom commented on Retroflag GPi Case $95 + Shipping @ Core Electronics
The resolution is a very retro 320x240. If you use RetroPie, you'll have to do some additional setup such as the safe shutdown script. I...
29/09/2019 - 08:14
Retroflag GPi Case $95 + Shipping @ Core Electronics
malcom posted a deal Retroflag GPi Case $95 + Shipping @ Core Electronics
The Retroflag GPi case allows you to build a retro gaming handheld with a Raspberry Pi Zero (I recommend Pi Zero W). Assembling and...
29/09/2019 - 07:28
malcom replied to Yaren24 on KitchenAid Mini Stand Mixer $199.97 @ Costco (Membership Required)
Darn..I bought it from Appliances Online a couple weeks ago. We made pizza dough with it the other day. Turned out awesome. No kneading...
29/12/2018 - 18:12
malcom commented on BOSCH Wipers Starting from $15/P and OSRAM Upgrade Bulbs Starting from $25 + More @ Spare Parts Hub
Hi OP, What sizes are needed for a 2013 Toyota Prius V and also for a 2008 Toyota Prius. Thanks!
25/04/2017 - 15:52
malcom replied to ChiMot on Huawei W1 Watch Stainless Steel with Black Strap $230 AUD ($174.06 USD) Delivered @ Amazon
I have one and charge it every second day (with always on screen).
15/04/2017 - 00:30
malcom commented on Planning for a New Car
Prius hybrid. You can probably grab a gen 3 (2009-2011) for under $15k. I have an Prius and a Prius V and they're fantastic cars. Cheap to...
22/02/2017 - 16:45
malcom commented on Amazon Drive Free Unlimited Storage for 3 Months ($100 Per Year Thereafter)
I've been using Amazon cloud drive for a few months with a US account. I'm using duplicity to backup encrypted backups and haven't had any...
20/07/2016 - 15:04
malcom commented on NEJM Knowledge + 1 Yr Subscription, 50% OFF - Internal Medicine Board Review $199, Family Medicine Review $175 USD
Also selecting Physician assistant student drops the cost. Not sure if that has an impact on any of the content though.
04/07/2016 - 16:15
malcom replied to malcom on Xiaomi Yeelight II RGB LED Light Bulb with Smart Phone Wi-Fi Control $19.99 US (~ $27 AU) @ Geekbuying
[@kwchaz](/comment/3824055/redir): Fair point. I am becoming more skeptical of Google as you're essentially "paying" for their services...
02/07/2016 - 18:41
malcom replied to kwchaz on Xiaomi Yeelight II RGB LED Light Bulb with Smart Phone Wi-Fi Control $19.99 US (~ $27 AU) @ Geekbuying
That's a deal breaker for me! If the bulbs require a connection to Xiaomi's servers, you're essentially giving them access to your home...
02/07/2016 - 16:02
malcom commented on Xiaomi Yeelight II RGB LED Light Bulb with Smart Phone Wi-Fi Control $19.99 US (~ $27 AU) @ Geekbuying
Does anyone know if there is an API / tool to control these bulbs without the Xiaomi app?
02/07/2016 - 14:17
malcom commented on Nexus 7 (2012) Dock $5 @ Harvey Norman
My instore pickup order got cancelled! Anyone having buyers remorse? Happy to cover the cost and shipping.
27/04/2016 - 20:00
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14/02/2016 - 05:15
malcom replied to malcom on eBay's a terrible place for sellers!
[@inose](/comment/3456295/redir): Frankly, I don't care about my rep so much. I've only sold a few items on eBay and won't be selling...
10/02/2016 - 22:40
malcom replied to scrimshaw on eBay's a terrible place for sellers!
What the deuce. For eBay to admit that is just shocking!
10/02/2016 - 22:39
malcom commented on eBay's a terrible place for sellers!
I guess I just assumed that eBay would be fair about it when making these calls and actually consider the details of what happened. As a...
10/02/2016 - 22:36
malcom replied to DisabledUser132105 on eBay's a terrible place for sellers!
Lol. Sorry just wanted to put the whole story out there to get others' thoughts. Summary: Buyer purchases Fitbit. Buyer gives positive...
10/02/2016 - 20:57