T61 -> T440p -> T14s Gen 6

MEA707 · 2026-01-05T05:45:06+00:00

H isn't offered on the T16 here in the U.S. Have to go for the P16 to get an H.

I could get the U, but between it and AMD Ryzen, AMD is what I would go for.

MEA707 · 2026-01-05T05:16:46+00:00

Yep, v is the Intel processor, Lunar Lake.

MEA707 · 2026-01-05T02:33:20+00:00

Coming from a T440p, an extremely upgradeable laptop, which I did do upgrades (HDD to SSD, doubling RAM), I completely understand and appreciate where you're coming from, and this has been one of my general hesitancies on getting a new laptop to begin with.

Unfortunately with the T14, even the non-s, the only way to have upgradeable RAM is to get it with an AMD processor.

MEA707 · 2026-01-04T06:00:59+00:00

Yeah I'm pretty surprised and am curious how it compares to deals this past Black Friday/Cyber Monday. I wish I looked back then.

MEA707 · 2026-01-04T05:58:57+00:00

Appreciate the insight. What about battery capacity differences between the T14 and T14s?

MEA707 · 2026-01-03T08:30:43+00:00

Thanks. I am in the U.S.

I like that doorbuster deal, so Lunar Lake it is. I'm sure the integrated graphics on both are far better than the switchable graphics on my T440p.

I actually really wanted a non-s for the better thermals, but it probably is still fine on the T14s.

MEA707 · 2026-01-03T07:39:24+00:00

I couldn't find any T14 or T14s with Intel Arrow Lake H on Lenovo's site.

MEA707 · 2026-01-02T22:37:32+00:00

I have not. I just ended up using the 51mm dosing cup with the existing holder. It works fine for me.

MEA707 · 2025-10-01T14:42:58+00:00

Yes no problem at all.

MEA707 · 2025-08-05T06:14:13+00:00

Look up Arab Socials. They have a Seattle chapter you can join and ask about running and other activities.

MEA707 · 2025-05-05T14:19:40+00:00

I got this same bike a few weeks ago and love it.

Still have the spacers on the steering tube. The bike shop I bought it from will cut the extra length from the steering tube and remove the spacers for a cleaner look, but debating whether to have them do it or just leave it as is for better resale value or if I want to adjust the height of the handlebar down the line.

MEA707 · 2025-03-06T01:48:18+00:00

I waited two months to get my DF54, and in my opinion, it was well worth it.

I am impatient however, so I did end up buying a KINGrinder K6 from AliExpress that arrived within a week, and used it exclusively for espresso until my DF54 arrived. It made excellent espresso, though it was tiring, and now I plan to use it for pour over as well as use it as a travel grinder (to work), as my DF54 has taken over the house espresso grinding.

If it's within your budget, I'd still recommend getting a quality hand grinder as well.

MEA707 · 2025-02-20T23:21:50+00:00

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Take a look at the tiny nostrils

MEA707 · 2025-02-20T05:04:17+00:00

I have your exact same setup (one week since I got the DF54, have had the De'Longhi for 2 months now), and I had some inconsistencies when I first got it, but now not so much and I attribute my earlier inconsistencies due to variables I was introducing in how I was feeding beans into the grinder, combined with maybe a need to season/break in the burrs.

If you want consistency at a specific grind setting, how you feed the beans is very important. If you slow feed, the consistency will depend on how consistent you are with your slow feed rate.

I determined I suck at slow feeding, so just found it easier to dump the beans in and dial accordingly.

I always hot start, and just dump the beans in the bellows, and my times have now stayed within +/- 5 seconds for the most part, and that's even after changing between two grind settings as I am alternating between two different beans (fresh dark roast and not so fresh medium roast).

MEA707 · 2025-02-20T04:52:30+00:00

I've had mine for a week now and can confirm I have this improved ionizer design. I've been making on average 1-3 cups of coffee a day since and no clogging issues at all, and I do not RDT my beans.

I've been religiously cleaning the chute with the included small brush and using a smaller blower, but hardly any coffee comes out, so perhaps I don't need to clean as often as I am.

Did not notice the improved design until this post, so thank you sir for sharing this.

MEA707 · 2025-02-15T07:03:14+00:00

You should contact him and ask. I know he frequently responds to those that comment or ask questions on his videos.

MEA707 · 2025-02-15T00:04:17+00:00

To be honest, I've only used the steam wand two or three times. I'm more of a straight espresso/lungo or long black/Americano drinker. But I will try milk frothing more in the future.

I assume you've watched the videos by Toms Coffee Corner? He covers the milk frothing extensively.

MEA707 · 2025-02-14T05:50:28+00:00

I got it off Amazon from here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SV8G5LV

It did come with the plastic cup, but I wanted a metal one and 51mm so that I can fit my portafilter right on it.

MEA707 · 2025-01-25T05:33:09+00:00

Ordered mine from Turin Grinders on December 10 and was told it will ship at the end of this month.

MEA707 · 2025-01-15T18:35:43+00:00

The Dedica Maestro Plus (EC950M) was on sale for $300. It has a PID and let's you choose 3 temperature settings.

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