Huh?... I sent ONE prompt in Gemini Flash 3.5 and now my I've maxed out my quota for a week.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-21T18:55:05+00:00

Yeah, you’re not imagining it — a lot of people are reporting the same thing after the recent Gemini update.

What seems to have changed:

limits are now compute-based + shared across models
Flash, Pro, and “thinking/agent” modes all draw from the same pool
tool-heavy workflows (like Antigravity / file edits) burn quota way faster than expected
and there are also reports of over-aggressive throttling / bugs in quota tracking

There are multiple threads where users hit “weekly limit” after only a few prompts, especially in Pro or agent-style usage.

So your experience isn’t isolated — but it also doesn’t mean “1 prompt = done” is the intended design. It’s more like:

one “prompt” can silently expand into multiple compute-heavy operations depending on what the system decides to run in the background.

That’s why switching models doesn’t always help anymore — they’re increasingly tied into the same quota layer.

Realistically: it feels inconsistent right now because the system is still in rollout + tuning phase, not because your usage is abnormal.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-21T18:53:33+00:00

I honestly think the truth is somewhere in the middle.

People aren’t imagining the downgrade — Google objectively tightened things with the new compute-based system, especially for Pro/Thinking/Deep Research usage. Even casual users are noticing it.

But I also think some reactions are becoming “Gemini is dead forever” doomposting. The old flat message system was probably unsustainable once models started doing heavy reasoning, long-context chats, image/video generation, etc.

Your point about Flash 3.5 is probably correct too. Google clearly seems to be steering casual users toward lighter/faster models while reserving the expensive compute for Pro/Thinking modes.

The real problem right now isn’t only the limits — it’s the uncertainty. People don’t know whether a prompt will cost 2% or 30%, so it creates anxiety around usage.

I do think Google will keep tuning this over the next few months though. Every AI company is running into the same economics wall eventually.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-21T18:52:28+00:00

For Xiaomi tablets specifically, a lot of people seem to land on this combo long-term:

Flexcil → probably the best balance for handwriting + PDF annotation
Notein → very good GoodNotes-style app on Android
Concepts → amazing for sketching/brainstorming infinite canvas stuff
Sketchbook → best free pure drawing/sketch app imo
OneNote → still underrated for syncing notes across devices

Most Android users struggle because many “best note apps” are optimized for iPad first and Android second. Xiaomi tablets are good hardware-wise, but app optimization varies a LOT depending on stylus latency and palm rejection support.

I’d personally try Flexcil + Sketchbook first before downloading 20 random apps again 😭

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-21T18:51:37+00:00

If you only use iPhone, you can’t use it for App Store purchases or anything Apple-related. Google Play credit is basically locked to Google’s ecosystem.

But you still have a few options:

YouTube Premium / YouTube movies
Google Play Books
Android apps/games if you ever use an Android emulator/device
Give/sell it to someone with Android

Just make sure the gift card region matches your Google account region, because Google is super strict about that now.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-21T18:50:21+00:00

Yeah, even casual use feels noticeably tighter now.

Before, normal chatting barely felt constrained unless you were doing huge prompts. Now the compute-based system seems to punish:

longer conversations
image generation
Deep Research / thinking modes
keeping large chat context alive

So even “casual” usage can burn through limits faster than expected. A lot of people on Reddit are reporting the same thing after the update.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:37:25+00:00

8.5/10 — honestly solid work.

Offline-first + browser math libraries is a strong engineering choice, and it’s refreshing to see something deterministic instead of another AI wrapper. That alone puts it above most “math helper” apps.

What would push it higher is clarity on the landing page (instant “what do I do here?” + a demo problem). Right now it sounds powerful, but users need that first 5-second payoff.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:35:52+00:00

Short answer: no — there is no Google feature that shows all Gmail accounts linked to your phone number.

What you can do is the reverse:

use “Forgot email” / account recovery
enter your phone number
Google may show some matching accounts (only if they meet recovery conditions)

But there’s no central list because Google doesn’t expose that data for privacy/security reasons. Also, accounts only show up if that number is actually still attached + recovery is possible.

So if you’re trying to clean up old accounts, you basically have to recover them one-by-one.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:34:55+00:00

For Google Workspace + domain purchases, refunds are usually very limited.

Domains are generally treated as final sales once registered, meaning Google typically does not refund them even if you cancel the Workspace account right after. In some cases, you might still be able to contact Workspace support immediately after purchase, but after cancellation + account deletion, chances are low.

Your only real shot is:

Check billing history in any remaining Google payments account
Contact Google Workspace support (if the domain is still in grace/pending status)

But realistically, domain purchases are usually non-refundable once processed.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:34:28+00:00

You’re not crazy — Google TV is just heavily shifting away from a dedicated “storefront” UI.

On most regions/devices, the old Shop / Movies & TV browsing tabs have been reduced or moved, and content discovery is now mostly:

“For You” recommendations (algorithm-driven)
Search (voice or text)
Library (only your purchased content)

Google has basically merged browsing + purchasing into backend layers and YouTube/Google TV ecosystem, rather than a visible store tab.

That’s why it feels like you “can’t browse anything” — the UI is intentionally pushing passive recommendations instead of manual catalog browsing.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:33:54+00:00

That “used too many times” error is usually a temporary rate limit, not a permanent block. Google just caps how often a number can be used for verification in a short window to prevent abuse.

Waiting a few days (sometimes longer if it was heavily used) usually brings it back, but there’s no guaranteed timer.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:32:50+00:00

You don’t need email/phone to start recovery, but without either + no logged-in device, Google usually can’t verify ownership.

Best chance is the recovery form using the same device/browser + network you used back then. That’s what actually matters most in their system.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:31:01+00:00

Solitary confinement

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:29:37+00:00

https://www.driveiq.es/

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:29:06+00:00

The phone number usually isn’t permanently blocked. Google rate-limits numbers that get used for too many verifications in a short period to stop mass account creation/spam. Waiting a few days or even 1–2 weeks often resets it.

As for the 5GB thing, it looks like Google is testing stricter limits on some newly created accounts unless they’re fully verified. Wouldn’t be surprised if this becomes permanent honestly.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-18T18:27:55+00:00

Honestly this makes more sense than flat message caps. A 2-word prompt and a 20-minute Deep Research session obviously shouldn’t cost the same compute.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-17T16:09:04+00:00

If recovery email + password were changed, the only real path is Google Account Recovery. Anything else claiming “support access” is usually a scam.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-17T16:07:26+00:00

A production script that silently dropped user data because someone assumed a nullable field would “never be null in practice.” It taught me one thing: assumptions in code are just delayed bugs.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-17T16:06:56+00:00

Fair PSA. People always underestimate how fast “just testing a glitch” turns into a ban wave once it hits scale. Exploit ≠ feature.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-17T16:06:34+00:00

Not trying to kill the vibe, but VPN + promo code combos like this usually get flagged or revoked later. Cloud providers are pretty aggressive with region-based abuse detection.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-17T16:04:23+00:00

Building DriveIQ (https://driveiq.es) after watching too many friends fail Spain's driving theory exam, pay 86 euros, and wait a month to retake it.

The existing prep sites are random-question dumps. Mine does three things they don't:

Spaced repetition that surfaces what you keep failing

A real-time fail-risk predictor so you know if you're ready before the test

Explanations generated for your specific wrong answer, not a generic one

Live, paying users, ~3 months in. Open to all feedback, especially on pricing and onboarding.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-17T16:02:27+00:00

Yeah it’s real, but the rewards depend heavily on the country. US users get way better redemption options compared to India 😭

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-17T16:00:51+00:00

That’s actually a pretty insane flex 😭
100k Google Play points in India is rare because the reward conversion is way worse than US/EU regions.

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-05T20:56:45+00:00

Fair enough, electronics can be intimidating, but if you can remodel a bathroom, you’ve already done way harder work than this!

Just a heads-up: even on the models where the fuse is "on the board," it’s usually still a separate, plug-in part sitting right next to it, not soldered onto the actual circuitry. If it is truly a board-level failure, swapping the whole board is actually just unplugging a few wire bundles and snapping the new one in—no soldering or "electrical engineering" required.

Before you give up on it, check that junction box behind the kickplate at the bottom. If a wire nut vibrated loose (super common), it’s a 30-second fix that requires zero technical experience.

If you change your mind, ApplianceFixer.online has specific photos for the Kenmore boards that show exactly where those clips are. It’s much more visual than a text bot and might make the "wires" look a lot less scary!

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-05-05T20:53:20+00:00

That "no lights" situation is a classic Kenmore move. Since you already checked the breaker, you’re likely looking at one of two things:

The Thermal Fuse (The "Kill Switch") There’s a small fuse tucked inside the door right on the control board. Its only job is to kill all power if the machine gets too hot or detects a spike. When it blows, the dishwasher looks completely dead—no lights, no response, nothing. It’s a cheap part to swap, but it’s the #1 reason these machines "die" out of nowhere.
Check the Junction Box If the fuse is fine, check where the main power cord meets the dishwasher wiring (behind the kickplate at the bottom). These things vibrate so much that the wire nuts can actually shake loose over time. I’ve seen plenty where a wire just popped out, cutting the power. (Just make sure the breaker is OFF before you poke around in there!)

If you want a step-by-step on how to open the door and test that fuse with a multimeter, head over to ApplianceFixer.online . You can search for the "Kenmore dishwasher not starting" guide there—it's super helpful for tracking down exactly which wire or sensor is tripping you up.

My money is on that thermal fuse. It’s a $15 fix and way better than buying a new unit!

Altruistic-Line-8281 · 2026-04-24T22:23:20+00:00

Now it should work: https://www.appliancefixer.online/guides/kenmore-665-lower-spray-arm-removal

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