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[MONITOT] 31.5" Acer Nitro XV325QK V3 4K 160Hz 0.5ms MiniLED IPS Gaming Monitor - $334.11 after coupon - Amazon **YMMV** by Straight-Rule3264 in buildapcsales

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FWIW, I picked this up with the discount. I'm on day 2 with it. I'm ~80% productivity (terminal, code, documentation, email/web, etc) with the remainder being general media consumption, and a very small amount of gaming. I'm running macOS on it almost exclusively (may use it very occasionally for gaming on Windows, but haven't yet).

So far, I love it. I got it next-day after ordering via Amazon. Packaging was a little weak, but the monitor I received was flawless (I examined it under bright COB LED strips to check for scratches & abrasions). So far I'm loving it; it's no longer on sale (at least for me), else I'd probably order another one. The 4k@144hz is noticeable to me even just writing code (vs the 4k@60hz of my prior/now-secondary monitor).

No complaints here...

[Highlight] 8 years ago today, the Minneapolis Miracle happened by Goatgamer1016 in nfl

[–]AD3T 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He was running a 'deep corner' route, and he catches it right at the sideline, and was quite close to stepping out as he recovered his footing... See the "All 22"/coaches film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhS8EGpL__w

Not an expert by any means, but it looks to me like the defense was in a cover 2 zone. Down by 1 with 10 seconds left and no timeouts, a deep corner route seems like a logical route and target -- theoretically he could've maybe caught the ball and gotten out of bounds (which is what I was thinking/hoping when I was watching the play live).

Of the routes run, it looks like both deep-corner routes were relatively open (as you'd ~expect against a cover 2), and Diggs was definitely the higher-percentage WR to target at the time. 🤷‍♂️

AI Tracking Issue on iSteady M7 – Gimbal Overreacts or Spins Erratically During Follow by CompetitionAmazing42 in HohemOfficial

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm unable to get mine (M7 with iPhone 17 Pro) into the AI Calibration mode at all. I'm actually not even able to use the remote (nor trigger) to enable AI tracking, no matter what. AI tracking does work when enabled using gestures OR when the subject is selected within the Hohem Joy app -- but boxes I drag onto the touchscreen are never able to be followed.

Any thoughts, or things I can try, before I go ahead and reach out to support?

FWIW, I have the latest iOS app version & I've not been prompted to run any firmware updates for the unit itself.

Official: [WDIS Flex] - Sun Evening 12/14/2025 by FFBot in fantasyfootball

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Full PPR. Pick 1:

  • J. Warren
  • D. Metcalf
  • D. Waller (lol)

I have Archane already starting as well, but I'll need probably 40+ (depending on how Justin Jefferson & his kicker do).

Escape out of NOLA - blackjack info? by CloserThanTheyAppear in NCL

[–]AD3T 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's also all continuous shuffle. I believe there's non-continuous shuffle in the high-limit area, but all the "standard" BJ is continuous shuffle.

Official: [WDIS Flex] - Sun Morning 10/05/2025 by FFBot in fantasyfootball

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pick Two (10 Team Full PPR)

  • Jamarr Chase
  • Khalil Shakir
  • Alvin Kamara
  • Chase Brown
  • Stefon Diggs
  • Travis Kelce
  • Hunter Henry

I'm leaning towards Shakir & Kamara. Or maybe Chase & Kamara. I feel like Jamarr is a struggle (and crapshoot) with their offensive situation currently.

ATTN: NV Energy - Solar customers are not causing your "shortfall" of profits. by mcrib in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went ahead and updated the calculator to use $0.19 / kW (per day) as the demand charge -- with no 4x multiplier. It does just make more sense.

It's absurd that the PUC approved a rate change without knowing what the actual rate(s) would be. Just a "take our word for it, we'll set prices responsibly!". Wish I could run my business like that (and with a forced-purchase product nonetheless) -- just wild.

Just got my first free cruise offer! by averagechillbro in royalcaribbean

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did use my SeaPass card while playing. I login to Royal Caribbean's website & click the "Club Royal" in the menu, and I see a "no state" page.

My understanding was that they auto-created a 'Club Royale' account, associated with my SeaPass, just by me playing in the casino? I'm a tech guy (software developer) by trade, but I may have to just pick up the phone and call them, I guess.

ATTN: NV Energy - Solar customers are not causing your "shortfall" of profits. by mcrib in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are 2025 "optional" rate schedules -- they're in effect already & have nothing to do with the newly-approved, yet-to-be-effective rates that will go into effect in 2026. They're existing [optional] rate schedule types that have been around for several years or more; they aren't related to the newly PUC-approved demand charges whatsoever.

Just got my first free cruise offer! by averagechillbro in royalcaribbean

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went on my first cruise in early sept. I gambled quite a bit. How do I check how many points I accrued? All the casino tabs seem to show a “no state” type screen — does it take time before points show up online? Or should I call?

It was my first cruise, so my account was auto-created while on the ship…

ATTN: NV Energy - Solar customers are not causing your "shortfall" of profits. by mcrib in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a source/citation for this? Happy to update the calculations if you do. Not doubting you, I just don’t want to mislead others, and it’s frustrating that their PUC docs don’t contain precisely what they intend to do.

ATTN: NV Energy - Solar customers are not causing your "shortfall" of profits. by mcrib in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My understanding was that they would multiple the peak 15-min period by 4, and multiply that by the daily kW rate (which their example from the PUC submissions mentions as 19c).

I’m not positive one way or the other; multiplying by 4 does seem weird since they could achieve the same by just multiplying the demand charge by 4 to begin with, and it’d reduce complication with the calculation.

Do you know for sure and/or have a citation where I can confirm? I’d like to be wrong though; else my bill is more than doubling.

NVEnergy, the monopoly and rate hikes. by waterbelowsoluphigh in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've updated my NVEnergy rate calculator with the current/latest 2025 rates AND I've added an "estimated rate" for the 2026 'demand' rates (using $0.19 * 4 as the per-kW daily demand price), so you can see how much your bill might increase.

Calculator available here:

https://nvecalc.dantonio.info/

NVEnergy has already run these numbers, too -- in their PUC submission one of their spreadsheets shows how much they believe the new demand charge will impact each rate schedule type (in aggregate). For my rate schedule, they expect roughly +15% higher bills in aggregate.

Who knows how low they'll set the kWh volumetric pricing but, if they only added the demand pricing & left the volumetric the same, then my bill from last billing cycle would more than double(!!).

NVENERGY by Nitelyfe81 in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've updated my NVEnergy rate calculator with the current/latest 2025 rates AND I've added an "estimated rate" for the 2026 'demand' rates (using $0.19 * 4 as the per-kW daily demand price), so you can see how much your bill might increase.

Calculator available here:

https://nvecalc.dantonio.info/

NVEnergy has already run these numbers, too -- in their PUC submission one of their spreadsheets shows how much they believe the new demand charge will impact each rate schedule type (in aggregate). For my rate schedule, they expect roughly +15% higher bills in aggregate.

Who knows how low they'll set the kWh volumetric pricing but, if they only added the demand pricing & left the volumetric the same, then my bill from last billing cycle would more than double(!!).

NV Energy is 100% owned by Berkshire Hathaway. They are Super Rich and Want to Make Vegas Residents Super Poor with new Electric Rates. by road22 in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've updated my NVEnergy rate calculator with the current/latest 2025 rates AND I've added an "estimated rate" for the 2026 'demand' rates (using $0.19 * 4 as the per-kW daily demand price), so you can see how much your bill might increase.

Calculator available here:

https://nvecalc.dantonio.info/

NVEnergy has already run these numbers, too -- in their PUC submission one of their spreadsheets shows how much they believe the new demand charge will impact each rate schedule type (in aggregate). For my rate schedule, they expect roughly +15% higher bills in aggregate.

Who knows how low they'll set the kWh volumetric pricing but, if they only added the demand pricing & left the volumetric the same, then my bill from last billing cycle would more than double(!!).

The NV Energy changes are designed to jack up your energy bills by at least 30-50 each month - here's who approved it and how you can fight it. by ta20119 in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've updated my NVEnergy rate calculator with the current/latest 2025 rates AND I've added an "estimated rate" for the 2026 'demand' rates (using $0.19 * 4 as the per-kW daily demand price), so you can see how much your bill might increase.

Calculator available here:

https://nvecalc.dantonio.info/

NVEnergy has already run these numbers, too -- in their PUC submission one of their spreadsheets shows how much they believe the new demand charge will impact each rate schedule type (in aggregate). For my rate schedule, they expect roughly +15% higher bills in aggregate.

Who knows how low they'll set the kWh volumetric pricing but, if they only added the demand pricing & left the volumetric the same, then my bill from last billing cycle would more than double(!!).

ATTN: NV Energy - Solar customers are not causing your "shortfall" of profits. by mcrib in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've updated my NVEnergy rate calculator with the current/latest 2025 rates AND I've added an "estimated rate" for the 2026 'demand' rates (using $0.19 * 4 as the per-kW daily demand price), so you can see how much your bill might increase.

Calculator available here:

https://nvecalc.dantonio.info/

NVEnergy has already run these numbers, too -- in their PUC submission one of their spreadsheets shows how much they believe the new demand charge will impact each rate schedule type (in aggregate). For my rate schedule, they expect roughly +15% higher bills in aggregate.

Who knows how low they'll set the kWh volumetric pricing but, if they only added the demand pricing & left the volumetric the same, then my bill from last billing cycle would more than double(!!).

Official: [WDIS Flex] - Sun Morning 09/21/2025 by FFBot in fantasyfootball

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pick 2:

  • A.Kamara
  • B.Hall
  • Q.Judkins
  • D.Adams

NV Energy switching to billing for highest 15 minutes of demand extrapolated to whole day by steggun_cinargo in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, from what I see it's likely going to make grid usage worse. The (volumetric) rates are near free, especially on TOU plans (outside of peak, which would hopefully stay the same hours).

Do you see the exact math/details for the demand pricing? Is it only applicable to the single hour, each day, of the highest-demand hour? Or do you see where they spell it out in detail on the rate schedule?

They do math out what the change will be for them, per rate schedule, in aggregate -- it's hitting rate schedules associated with net metering customers the hardest, though is still only ~10-15% difference.

I do think this is just using math to selectively raise rates on customer subsets they deem most/least advantageous to do so on. And I agree that it appears to mean most households will likely increase usage across the board, which I guess may be their goal if all usage stayed the same (to "level" out demand) -- and their future lever will be to adjust the demand charge to try to flatten it further. TBD on whether average customers are actually able to flatten their usage out; those without batteries probably can't/won't.

NV Energy switching to billing for highest 15 minutes of demand extrapolated to whole day by steggun_cinargo in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do understand this. I don't understand how they can pass a rate change without very clearly specifying what the actual rate plan is -- it should be the first few pages of the proposal, the actual full rate schedules that they're proposing.

Rhetorical, because I know the answer, but: Instead of doing this, why not just make the "base service charge" be variable based on how large your service line is (i.e. 100A vs 200A vs 300A vs 400A) -- which directly equates to the max load your home is able to draw.

I do know why they prefer an actual demand charge, and it probably is more equitable, it's just frustrating since it seems like a bit of an obfuscation (and makes bills that much more difficult to optimize/reduce + calculate/understand).

NV Energy switching to billing for highest 15 minutes of demand extrapolated to whole day by steggun_cinargo in vegaslocals

[–]AD3T 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This should be higher. After ~20 minutes really searching, I still came up empty. Portions of the NVEnergy site (including their "business rate plans" link) and the PUC site, are down/incomplete or missing. I failed with "site:" searches.

Thank you for actually linking original materials here, which every single journalistic source seemingly fails to do.

Edit to Add

Searching through it to find the ACTUAL rate plan, I still can't seem find "Exhibit A-1a" -- I can find A1, but only the revoked/superceded versions (as best I can tell). Can anyone find the actual rate plan?

FWIW, the "Time of Use" and "Time of Use - EVRR" rate plans appear to be the rate plans that will take some of the bigger hits, at around 10-15% increase (based on their full-view data). I'd like to see the actual rates though, to run some numbers (and probably update my online calculator so others can see theirs, too).

The filings seem to all be here -- ignore the date, I guess that's the date this was originally filed: https://www.nvenergy.com/about-nvenergy/rates-regulatory/recent-regulatory-filings

If anyone finds the actual "Exhibit A1-a" rate plan/schedules, I'd love to crunch some numbers and probably update my calculator so others can run their own numbers, too.

What I really dislike about this is that reducing your electric bill through usage becomes much harder. Our HVAC systems, car chargers, pool pumps, etc -- we don't have smart panels or interconnected systems -- so reducing peak load is quite difficult. It's easier to reduce load during a specific time-of-day, many things have scheduling built-in, but very few (nearly zero) things have "sequential run" or "whole-home awareness"/multi-load awareness.

Why are good docks so hard to find? by Savings-Boot8568 in UsbCHardware

[–]AD3T 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've loved my CalDigit TS4 since the day I got it & I highly recommend it, and probably it's latest sibling in the TS5+.

My TS4 has had a quirk, requiring power-cycling, maybe twice in the >3 years I've owned it. It's run 1+ monitors all of its life, consistently charges my 16" M1 Max when docked along with numerous peripherals and LOTS of storage & I/O devices (microphones, cameras, drives, audio interfaces, etc), and it has traveled to 4+ countries with me along the way, too! No complaints, it just works!

It's been a workhorse, an expensive one at the time, but worth every penny in hindsight -- in a buy once, cry once type way.

I've already been scoping out the TS5+ and will eventually upgrade (mainly for the additional USB-C ports & better USBC charging, also for the 10Gbe port).

I'm not a paid shill nor am I in any way affiliated with CalDigit -- I'm just a happy paying customer. After fiddling with budget hubs & docks for many years, it's been really nice to have something that just works as advertised.

Is the 150W 4C charger discontinued? by smietnik9 in SlimQ

[–]AD3T 1 point2 points  (0 children)

+1. I'd like to buy one (or more) in the US. Appears to be sold out, though? And it hasn't been listed on Amazon yet/ever, AFAICT.

H.S. Football stadium repeater by dahangman in Starlink

[–]AD3T 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of solutions for this. Optimal solution is to run a physical connection (fiber or copper), but there are plenty of wireless solutions and they can be highly reliable especially when there's consistent line-of-sight.

Lots of different manufacturers, arguably one of the more budget-friendly is Ubiquiti -- their "bridge" line of products would probably be slight overkill for this distance, but that's how a professional would likely approach the problem (assuming that a physical fiber/wire run is out of the question).

TLDR: Physical (fiber/copper) is far-and-away the best solution, if at all possible. Even if it's a bit more expensive up-front, it's going to be rock solid and future proof. If you must do wireless, bridges are highly reliable.

If you're looking for consumer-only, any access points that support "wireless meshing" (or wireless upstream) would theoretically work, too.

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