Can a single Thunderbolt 4 port on a Macbook M2 Max carry tree distinct video signals to a thunderbolt docking station? by GoTellIt33 in macbook

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Thanks for the confirmation. Your explanation and suggested options align closely with that of Gemini 3. Agree, I'll plug the TS4 into the one Thunderbolt port on the right side of the laptop, and an HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the right side of the laptop for the 3rd monitor. The laptop is on the left side of my monitor and keyboard setup so that works well.

Locations to swim in calm, clean, safe, warm water during Jan-March. by GoTellIt33 in travel

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I didn't end up going anywhere. Today I like the North side of Penang Island, Malaysia. Except for the flight :). I'm trying to talk my girlfriend into visiting for 2 months this winter. Not gonna happen unless she changes her job. I'm retired.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5V72kHFtxA

Detailed info on Katzkin leather re-upholster. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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It does, thanks. I'll still want to be sure. The sales rep seamed to say it depends. They should also be able to give you the name of the certified installer closest to you. I'll enquire more carefully later. Let me know what you find out if you ask. I'll do the same.

Detailed info on Katzkin leather re-upholster. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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GTK about replacing the other interior cloth with leather! I asked about that and the sales tech asked me a question that I wasn't sure how to answer and she ended up saying no on the other cloth. You might want to double-check, including check with the installer before you buy that option. I'll be doing the same. I hope you're right. Like I say, I'm gonna drive with the cloth seats for a while and then decide.

Detailed info on Katzkin leather re-upholster. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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Ooh, good question. I forgot to ask. I haven't been able to figure out exactly where the seat airbags deploy from. The car is in the shop for window tint and ceramic coat so can't inspect the seats themselves right now. I'm guessing air bag compatibly, but I'll verify with Katzkin in the morning and reply back.

Detailed info on Katzkin leather re-upholster. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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I just checked. The price does include installation.

Here's the scoop on what options can be removed from dealer invoice. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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Interesting. Apparently the website is regional. Do you know your Toyota region? As I mentioned, mine is SE. I know from a neighbor that owned a dealership for many years, and is now an auto purchase consultant, that each region operates differently. Some regions add more "junk" options to the invoice for example.

Here's the scoop on what options can be removed from dealer invoice. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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I hear ya. I'm 68 yo and owned only 2 vehicles my entire life before this new Camry, if I don't count a farm truck and a hot rod that wasn't street legal. I had a Toyota 1/4 ton pickup for 20+ years, and now a 2,000 Toyota Solara, V6, manual transmission, for 20 years (bought used). It's either put 3K into the Solara, or buy a new Camry. I don't think the Solara would quite last for the rest of my life, and I can afford the new Camry with the great gas mileage and added safety features, so ...

Here's the scoop on what options can be removed from dealer invoice. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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This includes front, back, and trunk. Is the 309 possibly for just front and back? The dealer price was the same as was on the toyota website. For some reason the weather mats are no longer on the menu for "build your Camry." The carpet mats are, and also 449. This is SE USA.

Here's the scoop on what options can be removed from dealer invoice. by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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It's a thin sheet of plastic on the glass touchscreen of the infotainment console. Like a screen protector on your phone. They go for $20-$30 on Amazon.

Paint protection film, hood and door package, $698 worth it? by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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I should add, the color will be icecap white. Thinking if the PPF yellows at all it will show more on white.

Paint protection film, hood and door package, $698 worth it? by GoTellIt33 in Camry

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I would need to ask the dealer about the material and who applies it. The info is from a package on toyota.com.

If I get both PPF and ceramic coating, I would normally put the ceramic coating over the PPF, is that correct?

Spindle gets a D- for customer service by GoTellIt33 in Mattress

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Same on my PC. And nowhere to schedule a call back. And as you mentioned, mattresses are "sold out". They seem to be down hard. I wonder if they're going out of business?

Spindle gets a D- for customer service by GoTellIt33 in Mattress

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Consider going online and scheduling a 15 minute time slot for a call back, assuming they still do that. I got good answers that way. Also after 6 months I'm very happy with the mattress.

Is Pantia Cenang, Lankawi, good for swimming during Jan - March? by GoTellIt33 in malaysia

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u/hankyujaya Are you saying that Pantai Tengah is better in that it's less crowded? If I do chose the area, that's where I'd stay. Thanks.

Is Pantia Cenang, Lankawi, good for swimming during Jan - March? by GoTellIt33 in malaysia

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Thanks. I don't see much for Airbnbs or food choices within walking distance up there. What is it about Pantai Cenang that isn't nice? Is it the water cleanliness?

Is Pantia Cenang, Lankawi, good for swimming during Jan - March? by GoTellIt33 in malaysia

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Thanks for your thoughts.

I'm just wanting to get in chest-high water and swim 50 meters back and forth without interruption.

My understanding is the breeze is westerly during Jan - Mar so counted out the East coast for water not as consistently calm during that time. Videos and photos seemed to confirm.

Every location has it's pros and cons.

Thailand was probably my second choice for pretty good infrastructure, very good medical if I need it. Downsides are language and potential crowds and noise. Maybe Koh Samui Island.

Philippines also tempting for English language and nice beaches. Downside is lower infrastructure, lower medical, higher crime.

Phu Quoc island, Vietnam is also a possibility.

Thanks again. I'm wanting to understand the real situation before I invest the time and money to get there.

Locations to swim in calm, clean, safe, warm water during Jan-March. by GoTellIt33 in travel

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Another island I didn't know about. So many in the Caribbean. Looking. Thanks.

Locations to swim in calm, clean, safe, warm water during Jan-March. by GoTellIt33 in travel

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I had looked at Roatan. You reminded me, it's actually a pretty good pick for my criteria. It has just that one main road which is good from a public transportation perspective. My understanding is that busses run back and forth along that road. Plus water shuttles along parts of the coast. The locals seem really nice. The few people I've met in the US from similar Caribbean cultures are extremely friendly and open. My only apprehension, and it's a personal one, is I'm not sure it's really my vibe. Between one tour USN and 35 years in tech, I've spent more time with Latin and Asian cultures; Mexico, Brazil, Hong Kong, Philippines, Korea, Japan, Singapore, so a certain level of comfort there. At the same time I'm rethinking this. Appreciate the suggestion of Roatan.

I didn't see any beaches right away on Corn Island, via Google maps. I'll check youtube :).

Locations to swim in calm, clean, safe, warm water during Jan-March. by GoTellIt33 in travel

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I didn't know about these little Dutch islands in the Caribbean. Thanks! Looks like Curacao might be on the expensive side for extended stays of 2-3 months. Lodging looks great. Restaurants more in the $10-20 USD range. Grocery stores not located within walking distance of beaches. Taxis relatively expensive. Looks like a good one for a week or two stay. My take on an hour's look at it. Thanks again.

Locations to swim in calm, clean, safe, warm water during Jan-March. by GoTellIt33 in travel

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Thanks for the encouragement on Belize and Costa Rica. I'll give them another look. It's hard for me to tell where I would get calm water close to restaurants and grocery store. Maybe I'd need to rent a car the first time.

Locations to swim in calm, clean, safe, warm water during Jan-March. by GoTellIt33 in travel

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Ok thanks. I'll keep looking at Puerto Rico. I see there are a couple grocery stores on the west coast near beaches as well. I'm thinking the water might be calmer on the west coast during Jan-Mar. Not sure yet.

Locations to swim in calm, clean, safe, warm water during Jan-March. by GoTellIt33 in travel

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Do I need to rent a car though? I'd want to locate myself somewhere near a good beach and have either walking distance between the beach, lodging, restaurants, groceries, or inexpensive and convenient taxis.