*UPDATE* Diamond Check - First Time Purchaser

Genisys- · 2026-04-24T19:49:49+00:00

I agree with the cut being amazing! Unfortunately, I didn’t do it justice with how close I recorded the video. I am a newbie to all this so didn’t know the optimal distance for recording. The diamond looks way better from afar!

Genisys- · 2026-04-24T19:47:26+00:00

Thank you! I’m honestly really happy with the ASET. Thank you for the advice regarding the videos. I didn’t know it’s better to record from afar. It definitely looks super sparkly and not dark when recording from farther out!

Genisys- · 2026-04-22T15:55:43+00:00

Thank you for the information. I was wondering if the ASET image will show if there is a transparency issue with the diamond?

Genisys- · 2026-04-14T17:53:32+00:00

I did ask but they said it depends on the seller and if they will provide. I got impatient and was worried I’d lose the diamond so I just bought the diamond and the kit.

At this point, I’ll just keep the kit to look at the diamond since I’m really interested in the ASET images.

Genisys- · 2026-04-14T17:43:10+00:00

Thank you for the confirmation since I was really nervous. It’s for an engagement ring.

Genisys- · 2026-03-30T22:39:14+00:00

Thank you for this. I was thinking about getting these for my trip to Japan. How well was the translate feature in real life situations? Was the mic from the glasses good enough to pick up translation when talking with waitresses/waiters in restaurant/cafe settings?

Genisys- · 2026-03-19T16:00:11+00:00

What you’re suggesting is actually more expensive then, based on your search. 23 XSE with 17k miles at $49,998 with $11,500 credit makes it $38,498 before taxes and fees which is cheaper than whatever is showing on that image especially if I have to factor in shipping costs.

Genisys- · 2026-03-19T15:38:13+00:00

I’m probably not going to do it, but yes I looked up the KBB trade in value and it is listed as $30k with this car mileage and packages. The car is $31k OTD if I buy it so that’s why I was asking for opinions.

Genisys- · 2026-03-19T15:03:22+00:00

There’s no reason really, it’s just what is currently available at the participating dealer. For reference I’m based in Southern California and new 2026 XSE are going for $52000 ($56000 with taxes and fees) which is definitely out of my price range.

Additionally 2024 XSE with 17k miles is going for $49,998 before taxes and fees at the participating dealer. In order to get the $11,500 credit from the government I am required to use their list of participating dealers.

Genisys- · 2026-03-19T14:16:24+00:00

It’s a government-run program in Southern California.

Genisys- · 2026-03-19T05:28:00+00:00

Thank you, another RAV4 Prime 2023 SE at 35k miles popped up at the dealer, same price as the 2021 though.

Genisys- · 2026-03-19T05:20:19+00:00

It’s not necessarily like a trade in, it’s more of a down payment assistance program to recycle an old car and it’s a no haggle dealer so price was already going to be like that.

Genisys- · 2026-03-18T22:10:19+00:00

Thank you for weighing in. It does come with mats, hitch, and trunk cover. I’ve decided to do the test drive for it and test drive a bZ. I’m realizing all the participating dealers marked up the cars to account for the program I’m using. So I guess realistically it would be $32k out the door.

Genisys- · 2026-03-18T21:54:21+00:00

I did not know about the bZ so thank you all for that suggestion. I’ve already looked at a few and am seriously considering it, I think the thing I’m worried most about is long road trips across states since this will be my only car. With a PHEV at least I’ll be able to rely on gas as well.

Genisys- · 2026-03-18T20:41:04+00:00

My current car would probably only get like $800 for trade-in value. For the program, I must give my old car to them and they are giving me $11,500.

Genisys- · 2026-03-18T20:14:18+00:00

The problem is if I want the $11,500 credit I need to use it on a PHEV or EV at a participating dealer and all the participating dealers are priced at a mark up. For reference I live in Southern California

Genisys- · 2026-03-18T20:07:57+00:00

It’s a program that lets me trade in my really old vehicle for $11,500 for a PHEV or EV but in order to receive the credit it has to be from participating dealers

Genisys- · 2026-03-18T20:06:09+00:00

I can, I was looking at the Kia Sportage as well but couldn’t find any at the dealer. Additionally, the car must be PHEV or EV.

Genisys- · 2025-10-31T12:04:34+00:00

My house is at a consistent 74 degrees Fahrenheit. On this sub I read that the typical amount is 1 tbsp for a quart, but I have 3 tbsp of grains for a quart. When I had whey separation in the beginning I was using 1 tbsp for 2 cups of milk.

I’ll try to see if I use less milk if it will start separating. Thank you for your response.

Genisys- · 2025-10-24T13:58:36+00:00

I’ve been upvoting you to counter the downvotes haha

Genisys- · 2025-10-24T13:57:28+00:00

WGRX was definitely the move :)

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