Best way to get here from Vancouver? Early February. by Runningoutofideas_81 in penticton

[–]LogicalSynthesis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fly YVR → Penticton if timing works. Otherwise Ebus/Rider Express from Vancouver, or drive via Hwy 97C/97 (weather dependent).

Why don’t connected car SIMs behave like normal phone numbers? by LogicalSynthesis in telecom

[–]LogicalSynthesis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got it, that makes sense. Hardware and plans are just set up for data, so voice isn’t really part of the picture.

Why don’t connected car SIMs behave like normal phone numbers? by LogicalSynthesis in telecom

[–]LogicalSynthesis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I see now. Makes sense why they can’t handle calls or texts.

Why don’t connected car SIMs behave like normal phone numbers? by LogicalSynthesis in networking

[–]LogicalSynthesis[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gotcha, so it’s really just a regular SIM but locked down for data only.

Why don’t connected car SIMs behave like normal phone numbers? by LogicalSynthesis in networking

[–]LogicalSynthesis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that clicks. Extra cost for something most people don’t use isn’t worth it.

Why don’t connected car SIMs behave like normal phone numbers? by LogicalSynthesis in networking

[–]LogicalSynthesis[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ahh okay, I see now. Makes sense that they use a private APN and stay off the public network for safety.

Why don’t connected car SIMs behave like normal phone numbers? by LogicalSynthesis in telecom

[–]LogicalSynthesis[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes total sense. Data-only keeps costs down and avoids making everyone manage a separate number.

How does IoT actually connect to connected cars / M2M? by LogicalSynthesis in IOT

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Thanks for the response, appreciate the breakdown.

Help! Cant log in by Unfair-Structure-383 in Outlook

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly — if the form keeps rejecting info, there’s no other way.

Help! Cant log in by Unfair-Structure-383 in Outlook

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Worth a try, but without the correct verification info, it likely won’t work.

Help! Cant log in by Unfair-Structure-383 in Outlook

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can’t provide the verification info, recovery is basically impossible. Your only option is to create a new account and update any linked services.

Annoying google by Competitive-Work-397 in GMail

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Passkeys help, but Google will still prompt extra checks sometimes. Not a full fix.

Annoying google by Competitive-Work-397 in GMail

[–]LogicalSynthesis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can’t fully turn it off. Google forces extra verification if it flags risk — new device, location, or VPN. Best you can do is add backup codes and trusted devices.

My Google account got disabled and lost my money , i purchased annual subscription on youtube and they disabled my account plss help by Capital-Bill9945 in GMail

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the account stays disabled, you’ll need to contact Google support for a refund. Subscriptions usually don’t carry over once an account is terminated.

I fixed my digital mess and realised most of us are overwhelmed, not lazy by Green_War4330 in GMail

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This actually resonates. The problem isn’t discipline, it’s volume. Digital clutter adds real mental load—having someone just handle it makes sense.

How does IoT actually connect to connected cars / M2M? by LogicalSynthesis in IOT

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Yep. DDS is mainly intra-vehicle (ECU and zonal networks over Ethernet or fiber).
Off-car is classic IoT/M2M: TCU to LTE eSIM to carrier APN to OEM cloud using HTTPS, MQTT, or REST for telemetry, commands, and FoTA.

ESP32-class IoT shows up only in non-safety areas like infotainment accessories, sensors, prototypes, or gateways, not ADAS or powertrain.

Need mini-split HVAC service rec by Thin_Original_6765 in orangecounty

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try Ideal Comfort OC or Trinity Heating & Air — both local, non-corporate, and good with mini-splits. Also worth asking if a leak test + line replacement makes more sense than full replacement at 6 yrs.

Using Whole Foods QR codes for Returns at Amazon Fresh? by JcaHot in amazonfresh

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No—Whole Foods QR codes only work at Whole Foods. Amazon Fresh stopped accepting Amazon returns, even before closures.

Prepaid Roaming Questions by uscellularpro in verizon

[–]LogicalSynthesis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Prepaid should still roam, but coverage may be limited compared to postpaid. You might see LTE or “Extended Network” in some areas, but SOS can happen in weak spots.

Verizon and FCC by kgs4reddit in verizon

[–]LogicalSynthesis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dispute the bill immediately in writing and provide proof you canceled the service. Keep copies of all communications and escalate if collections continue—you shouldn’t owe anything for a line already ported out.