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(DIR) Post #ADqAxcUaRPPTMawtJQ by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-27T22:47:50Z
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I left my 'phone at someone's house. Even though it was inconvenient I had to retrieve it. Smartphones have become indispensable.
(DIR) Post #ADqCnLrPcgFUnErBJY by pandora@social.tchncs.de
2021-11-27T23:08:22Z
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@fitheach At least you left it at someone's house and not on a bus or somewhere else where you wouldn't have got it back. And now you can spend the rest of your weekend without fretting about your phone.
(DIR) Post #ADqDSsByJs7WwOGwim by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-27T23:15:55Z
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@pandora I wasn't fretting about my 'phone, as I knew it was safe. It is just that the smartphone is needed for so many activities, like bank transactions, online purchases, and... making/receiving calls.
(DIR) Post #ADqF7hU98FZVYqnyca by Magess@fandom.ink
2021-11-27T23:34:28Z
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@fitheach without my phone I can't log in to work.
(DIR) Post #ADr4YkQhO8AkAqqaIq by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T09:10:50Z
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@Magess How does that work?
(DIR) Post #ADrVeyeo6JpEnedoGm by Magess@fandom.ink
2021-11-28T14:14:28Z
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@fitheach All of our sites and applications are behind an app called Okta. In order to sign into Okta, I have to use the app on my phone to verify my sign-in. So if I don't have my phone, all our google apps, Slack, and internal admin panels are inaccessible.
(DIR) Post #ADrYj1X5eRuAjseWdE by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-11-28T14:48:45Z
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@fitheach it's truly frustrating that they've become so
(DIR) Post #ADrZ0gQuq0b0VpBYX2 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T14:52:03Z
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@athairbirb Yup!I can't do banking transactions or online purchases without it. It is also my only telephone service.
(DIR) Post #ADrZ7AE2z1ACeKFxHk by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T14:53:12Z
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@Magess Does your employer provide a smartphone for this requirement, or do they expect you to use your own device?
(DIR) Post #ADrZGdEiUVU5EO5HKC by Magess@fandom.ink
2021-11-28T14:54:54Z
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@fitheach use our own
(DIR) Post #ADra4kzFwrpvkSkoj2 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T15:03:59Z
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@Magess I have problems with that assumption.If you were a joiner, would your employer expect you to use your own hammer, chisels, screwdrivers etc.? No, I don't think so. Why should it be different in IT?There is also the expectation that you need to use services from the likes of Google. This is something which you as an individual might not want to do. Then there is the requirement to install apps on your 'phone. A definite no-no in my book.
(DIR) Post #ADrc9AWr7s0422hYrQ by AB7QsQopPDqcwGDX6m.coth@social.creatureofthehill.com
2021-11-28T15:27:08Z
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@fitheach @athairbirb Interestingly.It's the other way around for us at the moment. 😀 No electric or mobile signal (no power to masts) anywhere near us at the moment.Currently in Aberdeen. So the old fashioned phone, that takes power from the phone line means we can still make/receive calls 😆The mobiles have been good as torches and playing podcasts we have offline 😀
(DIR) Post #ADrdqnPsWEih2snxiK by Magess@fandom.ink
2021-11-28T15:46:12Z
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@fitheach 🤷♀️ Google apps are the company's official software. I do think they should be providing me with a phone though
(DIR) Post #ADrhoxbc42WHstfptw by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-11-28T16:26:19Z
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@coth @fitheach wow, the storm got yous good. I had seen a few pictures of trains being damaged etc but hadn't haerd much aboutpower outages
(DIR) Post #ADrhoy8w49AtYFGRqC by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T16:30:41Z
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@coth So, how are you posting to Fedi?I hope your power comes back soon.@athairbirb
(DIR) Post #ADrhsoXHjA4EugUFpw by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T16:31:28Z
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@Magess Mobile 'phones aren't expensive. No excuse really.
(DIR) Post #ADrk13cPjYs9uswcdc by AB7QsQopPDqcwGDX6m.coth@social.creatureofthehill.com
2021-11-28T16:36:54Z
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@fitheach @athairbirb Had to drive into Aberdeen 😆Took a towel and borrowed a shower, which was nice 👍
(DIR) Post #ADrk14444kzTIdshjk by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T16:55:19Z
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@coth A friend in need: comes round to borrow your bathroom.@athairbirb
(DIR) Post #ADrkeojOVK7FKMAVFI by AB7QsQopPDqcwGDX6m.coth@social.creatureofthehill.com
2021-11-28T17:02:27Z
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@fitheach @athairbirb Indeed 😆
(DIR) Post #ADsCP03rPPe2YAzHW4 by tkenben@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T22:13:26Z
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@Magess Yes. In the old days they would have expected you to bring your own tools. Many employers still do.
(DIR) Post #ADsD4Dp19UVD6JhWF6 by tkenben@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T22:20:54Z
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@fitheach I was without a cell phone for about 20 years. I finally got one, thinking well, maybe I might discover some new magic' some new meaning in life now that the tech is different. Nah. The only thing I use it for is to take pictures, and that not very often. I'm not going to carry it around anymore except when I go out to eat for the "table ready!" buzz. My dad doesn't carry his with him either. Nothing is so immediate that I need it handy.
(DIR) Post #ADsDmEdhTRyQNUOVyy by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T22:28:50Z
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@tkenben Had I not retrieved it immediately, I might have been without it for three days. That would be really inconvenient.Without my cell 'phone: I have no means to make/receive telephone callsI cannot make bank transactions.Many online purchases are impossible.Do you have no such restrictions?
(DIR) Post #ADsFtKrCxEIHb7E4UC by tkenben@mstdn.io
2021-11-28T22:52:31Z
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@fitheach no means for calls: i have means but it's just inconvenient, not a huge problem because rarely do I have to talk to someone over a phonethe other stuff, the computer is okay enough, though I think I ran into a situation where I needed to be able to read a QR code onceDon't get me wrong. I know that eventually there will be no way around it. I foresee _all_ people wearing some form of phone like device on their person in order to just perform normal day to day activities
(DIR) Post #AE2QH6rb9gOQVfZg12 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-03T20:35:26Z
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I forgot my smartphone because I'd left it charging in my friend's PC. To avoid this happening again I've decided to buy a power bank. I've never owned such a device.Any recommendations?
(DIR) Post #AE2QH84OfaE0FeZPbU by protodrew@merveilles.town
2021-12-03T20:35:59Z
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@fitheach anker makes good ones and I've never had an issue with their products.
(DIR) Post #AE2QSYKVNPn6sdYH0S by gedvondur@hulvr.com
2021-12-03T20:38:02Z
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@fitheach Anker's line of little charge tanks are nice. You should find out the capacity of your smartphone battery. You will have to make a choice between a smaller unit that might only half or 2/3rd charge and one that can do from 0 to 100%
(DIR) Post #AE2QfvixhwvpCYN0im by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-03T20:40:28Z
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@protodrew Thanks! I've come across that brand frequently when doing online searches.I must say, I don't recognise any of the power bank brands, including Anker.
(DIR) Post #AE2Qgd7ENatVmH3V1E by Bella@krefeld.life
2021-12-03T20:40:33Z
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@fitheach I have one from ANKER. A bit higher-priced, but worth the money. Quite heavy though.It can charge two phones at the same time while getting charged itself. Once fully charged it can provide energy for ~4 chargings.
(DIR) Post #AE2QgzzvIviOkGoUK0 by fedops@fosstodon.org
2021-12-03T20:40:32Z
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@fitheach Poundland! Check out Big Clive's videos on the subject. 😁
(DIR) Post #AE2Qj3lUGkDt0Z2lai by protodrew@merveilles.town
2021-12-03T20:41:02Z
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@fitheach valid. Anker makes really good cables so when I needed a portable charger I grabbed their small 1000mah one. Works like a charm
(DIR) Post #AE2RAuwWf8CpkuUT44 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-03T20:46:04Z
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@gedvondur I usually keep my 'phone in my messenger bag. As I'd been playing music all day I had depleted the 'phone battery. I borrowed the USB port in my friend's PC to recharge the 'phone, and then left without it.A ⅔rd charge would probably be sufficient. I only need enough to keep the 'phone going in a similar, future situation.That's two votes for Anker, already.
(DIR) Post #AE2RZi1znyq8wxs2To by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-03T20:50:32Z
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@fitheach Does this help?https://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/gadgets-tech/phones-accessories/best-solar-charger-battery-b1871460.html
(DIR) Post #AE2ReWvyUWgTysLx6e by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-03T20:51:26Z
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@Bella Thanks! Everyone, so far, has recommended Anker. The message is clear.
(DIR) Post #AE2Rs9I9BpuUi3DZqK by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-03T20:53:53Z
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@withaveeay Ooh, a bit expensive, and can you organise some sunlight, please?
(DIR) Post #AE2Rvan1PSASrUIk2S by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-03T20:54:30Z
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@fitheach 😎
(DIR) Post #AE2SoXmSIb5vSLEtfM by rochelimit@mastodon.technology
2021-12-03T21:04:26Z
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@fitheachApart from recommending Anker for quality, I'd say that battery packs are heavy, so get one small enough that you're going to carry it around. Better a small pack in your bag than a large one at home on the shelf.
(DIR) Post #AE2TIBJcO88QT9sotc by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-03T21:09:48Z
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@rochelimit What kind of heavy?
(DIR) Post #AE2UA2GCGsNE1SxjdI by rochelimit@mastodon.technology
2021-12-03T21:19:31Z
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@fitheachMy 5000mAh PowerAdd one is 120g, the Aukey 20000mAh weighs in at 400g.
(DIR) Post #AE2UY8h803cmvd3L1s by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-03T21:23:21Z
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@rochelimit I'd hardly notice 120g, and even 400g would be manageable. The Aukey could be kept in the car.Thanks!
(DIR) Post #AE5esAyGBRLKRHvkBs by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-05T10:03:40Z
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@fitheach I meant to add that it may come as a surprise how much sun power we actually get. We get most of our off-grid power from the Sun, over the year. The only exceptions on the 6 weeks either side of the winter solstice. By the beginning of February, we no longer depend on the small wind turbine (and when there is no wind for several days, a small generator) to top up the batteries.
(DIR) Post #AE5fDZkJGXfFMIbqBE by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-12-05T10:07:31Z
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@fitheach I have a xiaomi 10,000 mAh that has served well.They are usually cheaper but built well
(DIR) Post #AE6Q87vlwxlPUOsI7s by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-05T18:53:12Z
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@withaveeay That is surprising. Most of our days have cloudy conditions, with no direct sunlight. How much of your total power requirements do you get from the sun?
(DIR) Post #AE6QEUUSzFcjC68Yu8 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-05T18:54:22Z
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@athairbirb How do you pronounce Xiaomi? 😉 Something like zow-mi?
(DIR) Post #AE6R0Gp76U6khsZsJc by daniel_bohrer@chaos.social
2021-12-05T19:02:58Z
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@fitheach @athairbirb more like shao-mi; and the sh is pronounced with flat lips
(DIR) Post #AE6RPYRwhrFoc5nVtg by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-05T19:07:34Z
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@daniel_bohrer Thanks. I'm pulling a funny face as I type.@athairbirb
(DIR) Post #AE6VBFwl6S0mzQeD0C by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-12-05T10:11:09Z
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@fitheach they're also under their redmi brand (https://m.buy.mi.com/uk/item/3201000001)
(DIR) Post #AE6VBGQXJjpaTmZzPs by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-05T19:49:47Z
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@athairbirb That's a very good price, for a 10,000mAh device. Does it come with a charging cable, and cable for connecting to the 'phone?My Moto G4 has a one of those micro-USB connectors found on most Android 'phones.
(DIR) Post #AE6VQZc2GhuOKGG4au by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-12-05T19:52:28Z
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@fitheach I don't recall if mine did or not. I lose so many, somehow, that I don't keep track anymore.They're good value and if the build quality remains are fairly solid
(DIR) Post #AE6VWv03fBdcOZWJ6G by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-12-05T19:53:42Z
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@fitheach I don't recall if mine did or not. I lose so many, somehow, that I don't keep track anymore.They're good value and if the build quality remains are fairly solid.I imagine, at a minimum, it will have a cable to charge the battery but maybe not a phone
(DIR) Post #AE6VqrfFm503qGIeuW by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-05T19:57:19Z
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@athairbirb That website seems to be lacking any technical specs (or I'm denying some vital javascript).I'm looking at the product photo: is that two USB Type A connectors on the end of the power bank?
(DIR) Post #AE6XYP3FcMvpnQqiDA by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-12-05T20:16:19Z
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@fitheach it appears to have two outputs, both usb-A. micro-usb and usb-C as inputs.I think the JavaScript is being blocked there
(DIR) Post #AE6YFS2qMdTlX4BZcu by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-05T20:24:11Z
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@athairbirb Many thanks.That's what I thought from the product image, and is also logical.I'm going to buy one of those.
(DIR) Post #AE7XhPDcYl6k4yx744 by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-06T07:52:43Z
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@fitheach It's hard to say exactly, but during the 3 winter months, less than a quarter or so comes from the sun, and during the depths of winter, we say we get nothing. But for a good 6 months of the year, we don't need wind power at all. The remaining 3 months, the combo of wind & sun works.I only measure input on a weekly basis & don't keep records. Perhaps I should.Part of the reason for not being exact is that input is different between solar and wind. 2/..
(DIR) Post #AE7Xty7Wcc6Fnf5kDQ by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-06T07:55:00Z
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@fitheach 2. Solar output is managed by a controller, so as the batteries approach full charge, the output is curtailed. The wind charger puts all its output into the battery bank, and the excess is then managed by a different controller - the charger needs the battery bank to absorb all output.So you can't really compare total output directly.
(DIR) Post #AE7b5YoIqj3OdjJscS by athairbirb@mastodon.scot
2021-12-06T08:30:41Z
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@fitheach I hope it serves you well, bonus of the 10,000mAh is that it can be taken on planes 😁
(DIR) Post #AE7vGVZnDCeCsW1wOG by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-06T12:16:47Z
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@athairbirb I can't see that being an immediate requirement. :ablobsmile:
(DIR) Post #AEAhjnCIWSGC5Gybzc by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-07T20:29:21Z
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@withaveeay So, do you get all your power requirements from your batteries?
(DIR) Post #AEAiQJxx50dzsPXtEu by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-07T20:37:01Z
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@fitheach All electrical power yes. The DC runs through an inverter, and it's "normal" 230v in the house. Heating is solid fuel, cooking propane.I do know one off-grid person whose system is large enough to cook and even heat the house with his turbines and solar panels, and a monumental battery bank.
(DIR) Post #AEAjIPClojn7lLGZLk by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-07T20:46:49Z
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@withaveeay There will be losses convertin back to 230v, but, 12v devices are probably a bit limited. Are you happy with your solution? Is it cheaper?
(DIR) Post #AEAjZqWfUZ1FQ5tDwe by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-07T20:49:57Z
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@fitheach We run a 24v system, although we should have gone for 48v. Losses aren't high - inverters can be up to 94% efficient.There are some things I'd now do differently if we were starting again, like 48v, but yes, I'm happy. I'd like a little more wind power for winter.Some blog entries here: https://www.vasten.co.uk/blog/index.php?category/Off-grid-power
(DIR) Post #AEAjg7fef0LQKc5OSW by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-07T20:51:01Z
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@fitheach Oh, "is it cheaper". Not cheaper than metred 'lexxy, but 4x cheaper than the extortionate amount SSSPD wanted to connect the house.
(DIR) Post #AEC205Ix9ymn7M5zQe by withaveeay@mastodon.social
2021-12-08T11:51:05Z
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@fitheach Again, re "Is it cheaper?"This in this morning: "Shocking: UK electricity tariffs are among world's most expensive"https://www.theregister.com/2021/12/07/uk_tariffs/
(DIR) Post #AEC2ybhpp03sz2aq7U by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-08T12:02:02Z
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@withaveeay Shocking! :blob_laughing: Good to see The Register headline writers have not changed.Considering I see many households with Christmas lights to rival the Blackpool illuminations, leccy prices obviously not high enough.'
(DIR) Post #AEZopZBPVs7G7uKm36 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-19T23:16:36Z
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Well, I ordered my power bank. It didn't arrive. When I checked with the seller they claimed it had been "signed for" by me. On checking with Hermes they claimed it had been left in a "safe place". Not true either.Seller doesn't have the product anymore. However, they have promised a refund.What a waste of time, and a lot of hassle.
(DIR) Post #AEZqssAFb64RlzUnZ2 by rysiek@mastodon.technology
2021-12-19T23:39:35Z
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@fitheach Hermes. 'Nuff said.
(DIR) Post #AEZr5e2VQOT5jJxnRw by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-19T23:41:55Z
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@rysiek Most of the other couriers are only marginally better.
(DIR) Post #AEZr6Vn7ZoFQRFBGy0 by gemlog@tilde.zone
2021-12-19T23:42:05Z
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@fitheach just buying things on the high street...
(DIR) Post #AEZrIxXYEUVByVpjsW by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-19T23:44:21Z
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@gemlog I don't have a High Street. The nearest town doesn't have a store that sells power banks.
(DIR) Post #AEZsMjzCfThJ3C8P9E by gemlog@tilde.zone
2021-12-19T23:56:12Z
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@fitheach Sorry, I always thing of you being in glasgow.
(DIR) Post #AEZsfnerExkLwNhqXQ by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-19T23:59:39Z
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@gemlog You're confusing me with Wim.
(DIR) Post #AEZsjnVXjzeYdJFuS0 by gemlog@tilde.zone
2021-12-20T00:00:22Z
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@fitheach oh, but aren't you just a bit out of town from wim? Sorry!
(DIR) Post #AEZsomMhPtBIXMUi48 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-20T00:01:17Z
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@gemlog About 140 miles.
(DIR) Post #AEZsrj4G8IANBAH4EK by gemlog@tilde.zone
2021-12-20T00:01:49Z
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@fitheach Oh gee! sorry! :-) All this time I thought you were near metro.
(DIR) Post #AEaO0cTj685zvbuJ28 by trebach@mstdn.social
2021-12-20T05:50:43Z
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@fitheach That safe place wouldn't happen to be the delivery driver's house, would it?
(DIR) Post #AEaeatqPbk9vTlq81o by Wizardofosmium@mastodon.scot
2021-12-20T08:56:35Z
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@fitheach Have you checked your bins? We had a parcel left in a bin once.
(DIR) Post #AEaguvjmTku93BPvUG by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-20T09:22:39Z
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@trebach I hope not. More likely to be in a "safe place" at someone else's house.
(DIR) Post #AEahfOv4JSm0sTr7Z2 by fitheach@mstdn.io
2021-12-20T09:31:03Z
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@Wizardofosmium Good idea. Just checked, not there. All the couriers are supposed to post a note through the door, indicating a parcel has been left in a safe place. That did not happen.