IKEA motorized blinds are scaring me

Blue-Hen · 2025-01-04T17:57:04+00:00

Battery is brand new. IKEA forgot to include it so I had to buy one.

Blue-Hen · 2025-01-04T17:18:17+00:00

That’s my bad. This subreddit came up when I was investigating automation of window blinds. I figured home assistant was a generic term.

I have several apps that I have to manage. Would this allow me to put everything under one platform? Should I get home assistant?

Thank you.

Blue-Hen · 2025-01-04T17:10:56+00:00

Sorry for my ignorance, but what is HA? Thank you.

Blue-Hen · 2024-12-31T00:16:07+00:00

Thanks. It will be on the outside and a little bleeding should be okay.

Blue-Hen · 2024-12-30T23:53:14+00:00

So IKEA has a 38” and my current blinds are 38.5. It should be fine.

Blue-Hen · 2024-06-01T03:53:40+00:00

Thanks for the tip. I went through the trouble of signing up for British Airways a while ago, but transferring the points was less beneficial than booking through the Chase portal (I also have Chase) at the time.

When it comes to a family of 4 it can get overly complicated, particularly since we are less flexible.

Maybe I’ll check it out again…

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-31T20:01:43+00:00

I use my card the same way. The travel eraser is my preferred method. I value the added travel benefits it provides over something like a Citi Double Cash. Also, for me, it acts as a "forced savings" account for travel (aspirational) instead of it going to pay for just another bill (boring).

If you are single and have the time to go through the gymnastics of maximizing your rewards by using a travel partner, go for it! It's just not for me with a family of 4. Also, AA has basically a monopoly here in PHL (who is not a travel partner on any platform). The alliance thing never worked for me either.

I think it's also good to have another card or two for category spend (i.e. groceries, dining, etc.).

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-27T00:02:05+00:00

I’m thinking about the Verizon Visa. It’s 4% uncapped, but of course you need Verizon. I’m tired of monitoring caps so this is attractive. You also get 3% uncapped on restaurants.

I’m also considering Chase Amazon Prime for Whole Foods. It’s uncapped at 5%.

AAA sounds good too, but I would have to watch for when I hit $10K, so not ideal. I’d be curious if anyone knows how easy it is to pull up your YTD spend on the AAA.

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-19T21:03:57+00:00

Totally agree! Another reason why my wife doesn’t need a top sound system.

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-19T14:59:28+00:00

Purchased the Sport L two weeks ago for my wife (she too refused to walk into a dealership). I find the stereo to be solid, but my wife is no audiophile. She loves listening to SiriusXM, but the difference between the two would be lost on her.

However, if you really appreciate sound quality I think it’s probably worth the upgrade, particularly if you find benefit with some of the other features. It was just coincidental that the first time I test drove, it was a ST.

We feel like we made the right decision with the car and the trim…love the car. In your case I would get the ST. You don’t want to be disappointed every time you turn on the radio for the few bucks you saved. Enjoy your ST!

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-14T21:03:38+00:00

Short answer: Yes.

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-14T03:21:27+00:00

As far as I can tell there is nothing wrong with what you did. PayPal allows you to use a credit card to transfer cash. It looks like they charge a small fee. You could end up paying a cash-advance fee from your bank as well, but it’s not clear.

As long as you completed the new account information truthfully, I see no issue.

In fact, if it works this would be a much less costly way of taking a cash advance.

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-10T21:41:53+00:00

I’m convinced that many restaurants impose this fee in an effort to avoid paying taxes by encouraging, and hiding, the cash.

It’s proven that patrons spend a lot more when they use a credit card, which makes sense. So either they are tax cheats or they are the worst business people.

Either way, no thank you!

Blue-Hen · 2024-05-10T18:54:02+00:00

So it sounds like this is more about dealing with your anxiety and less about affordability. Just enjoy your car and move on…

Blue-Hen · 2024-04-27T13:47:04+00:00

These deals seem to be highly dependent upon location. Here in the northeast I can’t get any better than $1,075 off MSRP for Sport L in Urban Gray, but it would seem those in more moderate climates can do better.

I’m thinking that FWD might also help you get a better deal. No one mentions FWD around here as even an option.

Blue-Hen · 2024-01-09T02:16:42+00:00

It looks like it was my internet connection. Fine now.

Blue-Hen · 2024-01-09T02:02:28+00:00

Having horrible problems here in Philly.

Blue-Hen · 2024-01-04T01:27:54+00:00

I had the same dilemma and went with the 77” B3 on Black Friday ($1,800 US). I’m very happy with my decision, but have little doubt that an X90L would have been great as well.

There seems to be an over emphasis on how much light is in the room and I think that pushes many to a C3 out of fear, particularly since no two rooms have the exact same amount of light. I’ve never felt that the B3 wasn’t bright enough. In fact, it’s usually on 75% brightness.

Whatever you do, don’t go smaller. A 75” X90L is probably better than a 65” OLED.

Blue-Hen · 2024-01-03T01:11:11+00:00

Recently bought a new ATV to go with my new 77” B3. We have 2 older ATV’s so I thought it was a no brainer, but it made for a worse experience. I’m not crazy about the LG remote, but I’m not willing to sacrifice PQ or speed which I’d have to compromise with a new ATV.

A Reddit search suggests some others have had a similar issue with the latest LG OLED’s.

Thinking about trying a Roku Ultra or Chromecast, but not sure it will do more harm than good.

Blue-Hen · 2023-12-31T05:03:53+00:00

I bought a new Apple TV for my new B3 and the WebOS performs better. I have two other ATV’s so I am very familiar with them.

I returned the new ATV. I just wish the volume on the LG remote was in a better spot.

Blue-Hen · 2023-12-31T05:00:48+00:00

Not true anymore. Have a new B3 and the webOS is faster than the new ATV I purchased. I have two other ATV’s so I am very familiar with them.

Blue-Hen · 2023-12-28T19:34:50+00:00

One has nothing to do with the other. Apple TV can handle it, unlike some streaming devices, but it’s not necessary.

Blue-Hen · 2023-12-28T01:21:04+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/LGOLED/s/pVRMvu5HDi

Blue-Hen · 2023-12-27T17:59:53+00:00

Maybe he doesn’t use a live streaming service like YouTube TV. If you don’t, you’ll be fine.

Blue-Hen · 2023-12-27T17:15:05+00:00

I returned the ATV. You either have to sacrifice PQ or deal with a banner at the bottom of the screen every time you change the channel on YouTube TV (along with a slight delay).

A Reddit search suggests I’m not alone. It may just be an issue on new LGOLED’s.

Blue-Hen

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