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    RAM prices are ridiculous

    Unfortunately, won't happen. They'll probably use this to push subscription-based gaming services.
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    AfriForum sends warning to Eskom

    I paid around R32k for my BSL 16kWh. Will just add another one. And change the geyser to a heatpump, then we should be sorted.
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    Garmin Smartwatch and Wearables thread

    I've seen some recommendations to charge to 100%, then let it drain until shutdown. Repeat 2-3 times. Also, clear activity logs and GPS cache, as a corrupted file can cause issues.
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    AfriForum sends warning to Eskom

    I installed solar earlier this year. My usage for this month was 117 units (R337.28 ex VAT, R387.87 incl VAT, R3.31/unit). So, the fixed fees make up about 75% of my bill. I'm planning on installing another battery, and then disconnecting from the grid completely. Then I'll support whichever...
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    AfriForum sends warning to Eskom

    Pfff. Those are rookie numbers. From my City Power (Jhb) account: Service charge: R304.12 (ex VAT) Network Charge: R985.11 (ex VAT) Total: R1289.23 (ex VAT) = R1482.61 (incl VAT) So just shy of R1500pm before using any electricity.
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    We tested SA Post Office international delivery and were surprised

    I just posted 2 postcards from a European country. Will see if it reaches out address in a reasonable time. Or ever.
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    Garmin Smartwatch and Wearables thread

    My Venu 2 is acting up. During activities it just shuts down, even though the battery is sufficiently charged. So far, it only happens when the GPS is active (i.e. hiking, running) not during gym sessions. From what my Google-Fu tells me, it might be an indication that the battery is failing...
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    Geely E2 Apex, pull the trigger or am I going mad?

    So, if this is correct, according to Google, this charger has a RS485 port, and supports OCPP 1.6J, which is the Open Charge Point Protocol. Node-red has a plugin for OCPP, allowing the Victron system to do dynamic charge current scaling based on PV availability, load, weather, etc. I'm sure...
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    Geely E2 Apex, pull the trigger or am I going mad?

    So a couple of things. Geely originally said the wait times around around a week or so. But due to the colour combination (Green with grey interior), and the model (Apex instead of Aspire), we are still waiting. Geely said it might be another month... :-( I have a Victron solar system, and it...
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    Geely E2 Apex, pull the trigger or am I going mad?

    Does the Geely come with an app? What does the wall charger look like? Is it possible to communicate with the charger to add it to home assistant, or similar, to optimise charging together with home solar?
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    Questions raised over woman sentenced to 7 years in jail for buying iPhone with fake ID

    Obviously, criminals should be arrested, tried, and if found guilty, go to prison. But waiving this particular flag around as some sort of success, is absolutely retarded. There are dozens of murders, hundreds(?) of rapes, countless high jackings, assaults, thefts, etc. every single day. This...
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    Discovery Vitality launches weight loss coaching for monthly fee as GLP-1 use triples

    I've been on the trial for the last 9 months. It is an actual, living, breathing, qualified dietician. You have an initial chat to discuss goals, preferences, etc. They then use this to create a customised meal plan. Thereafter you can have weekly or monthly video calls to encourage...
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    Chinese brand Chery returns to SA

    Do we know how this compares to the Geely E2?
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    Geely E2 Apex, pull the trigger or am I going mad?

    From what I remember during our test drive, the e2 has 3 different levels of regen, and you can set it on the fly. Not sure if the lowest level is "off" though.
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    Geely E2 Apex, pull the trigger or am I going mad?

    All ev's show reduced range at higher speed, the exact opposite to ice vehicles. Have a look on Volvos website, they have a range calculator that shows highway vs town driving.
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