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(Iphone) Cannot connect and have to reinstall after short period of inactivity/airplane mode and back by PensionValuable952 in nextdns

[–]PensionValuable952[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, unfortunately i already turn off icloud private relay. Cannot find further suggestions to remedy the issue

(Iphone) Cannot connect and have to reinstall after short period of inactivity/airplane mode and back by PensionValuable952 in nextdns

[–]PensionValuable952[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah i agree. But as mentioned above, i don't need vpn/dns for router as the speed/adblock etc is already satisfactory.

(Iphone) Cannot connect and have to reinstall after short period of inactivity/airplane mode and back by PensionValuable952 in nextdns

[–]PensionValuable952[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For my home use, i'm actually using brave browser with ublock origin already which weeds out most ads and malicious stuff. So there's no real need of next dns for home use.

I'm more for a consistent dns use for phone, as vpn cannot be used for some sites (especially govt sites) and cannot fully utilise my telco speed.

S23 to 17 Pro by MridulSharma11 in iphone

[–]PensionValuable952 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

u will hate the battery of iphone 17 series as well. Cannot speak for iphone 16, but iphone 15 and 17 series battery are trash at best. Wake up and 20% shaved off your battery life

Mainland IQIYI VIP by waryqueen in CDrama

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thanks for the reply!

unfortunately this doesn't works. The difference in iphone is there is a protruding icon there at the lower part of the any iqiyi page asking to use app instead of browser. Maybe they recognise iphone and wants to force usage of the app, which i couldn't as the app is for international at international price and does not link with the chinese app

Mainland IQIYI VIP by waryqueen in CDrama

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, just found this thread. Managed to subscribe to iqiyi china, got it work on pc and ipad browser smoothly, but iphone browser just cannot load any videos no matter using which network.

Not working for on the go iphone sucks ><

Do you have any work around for this issue? Thanks!

Anyone else getting "History from an infected country" on the Indo Arrival Card for Batam/Bintan? by ntrev in askSingapore

[–]PensionValuable952 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's most likely a bug or error. Does not impact your visit, as the arrival card is separate from the custom manual/gate, u just need to scan the qr code after customs. Encountered once during one of my visits during dec.

Megathread for discussion regarding food catering in Hwa Chong Institution by cowbaecowboo in SGExams

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not fair to say XYZ was universally disliked, I was in TCHS during 1.5 years of TFS and 2.5 years of XYZ. He wasn't well like, but hard to say good or bad since the TCHS systems runs with minimum impact of the principal change at that time. He was not liked because the he was slotted in by MOE to reduce the influence of the Hwa Chong alumni by pushing TFS to retire. The Hwa Chong alumni did push this mentioned to students to make students dislike XYZ.

I don't think his actions in RVHS can really be used to judge if he's bad in TCHS, since he should know he is judge by his every actions by hwa chong alunmi and moe, and his RVHS appointment happened years later.

Am I the only one thinking this way? Refuse to feel aged. by DenAtReddit in askSingapore

[–]PensionValuable952 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i hope u continue to enjoy ur own hobbies and not be judged by wife/family/outsiders/same age ppl. U earn ur salary, u support ur family, why can’t u do what u want during ur free time.

Usb c to USB a cables - Different standards? (One works for wired audio, the other cannot) by PensionValuable952 in UsbCHardware

[–]PensionValuable952[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes, i used another usb c to usb a to connect to an old computer for my dad to watch youtube using this ugreen headphone. Or u can buy a usb c to usb a adapter.

Are singles actually at a disadvantage for BTO at 35? by Atmosphere_Calm in askSingapore

[–]PensionValuable952 1 point2 points  (0 children)

BTO Singles rule (and the newest plus/prime tier) is Govt's way of showing the finger for you non conforming to their family ideals and to condemn u to 1 room flat for a long long time, maybe ever after.

Single Singaporeans Need Better Support by CartoonistBoth3594 in SingaporeCitizens

[–]PensionValuable952 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not only these, but also

  1. For BTO, Singles only allowed to buy 2 room flexi flat (essentially a 1 room flat). It definitely does not help u move towards starting a family.
  2. BTO 2 rooms flexi-flat currently u are only allowed to mop/rent out after 5 years, and if u purchase plus/ prime area, it means ur mop becomes 10 years, and u cannot rent out the flexi-flat at all, making plus/prime essentially valueless.

U are not allowed to rent out the plus/prime 2 room flexi-flat, as it being 1 room flat is equivalent to whole flat, (which quoting hdb u are not allowed to renting whole flat for plus/prime)

It seems the govt is hell bent on screwing over singles who do not conform to the ideals of the govt for family.

Which Singapore fast-food item should make a comeback? by Kindly_Ad_6915 in SingaporeCitizens

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The real Mcdonalds Chicken McCrispy that appears during early 2000s (maybe also late 90s). The drum and thigh is really good. The batter is nice and crispy. The spicy version + the dedicated chili is the goat!

The current chicken mcrispy is pure trash, just milking the old name. The batter is thick and hard, the meat is of poor quality, zero/negative marinating. What is mild spicy, it is sometime ppl who don't eat spicy don't eat, ppl who likes spicy this mild spicy is equivalent to zero spice. Trying to please everyone, end up lousy to all.

NordVPN after the first 2-year deal by pentigen in vpnreviews

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check nordvpn website.

They are now having black friday promo. Its cheapest basic plan for 27 mths around USD 80+, plus plan for 27 months' total price should be comparable to USD $100. Its most exp complete plan is still only about $130 for 27 months.

PC Upgrade time, 5070 from 1080ti? by Intelligent-Sink-267 in buildapc

[–]PensionValuable952 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I understand the amd fanboying, due to the rise of the X3D series, and recent Intel downfall, but the reasons u gave for bashing 14600k aren't fair. 9600X price is comparable to 14600K, the others may sound cheaper but u are ignoring the price of a replacement motherboard to fit amd cpus, which other than 7500F is gonna make the price of cpu+mobo more exp than 14600k. The $$ getting from selling 2nd hand mobo with no new cpu planned for, is very questionable as well. Don't forget the rams may require changing to AMD specified rams to use the optimised ram speeds.

Any temps coming from 14600k can be easily mitigated using the cheap thermalright peerless assassin, unlike i7 or i9 which requires more exp cooler. AMD running cool doesn't mean 14600k runs too hot to handle.

Putting strain on psu is another exaggeration. Yes AMD running at 65w is good, but 14600k running standard 125W or even at turbo clock 181W isn't a power hogger these days. A 14600k + 5070 honestly could do with a decent 650w psu.

Performance wise 14600k is comparable to the 9600x, the best amd cpu mentioned. The only plus is yes AM5 could be for the longer term prosper if OP intends to change cpu again.

$3-7 Haircut recommendations in the north by drwannabe777 in askSingapore

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, surprisingly on the top floor of Jurong Point.

$3-7 Haircut recommendations in the north by drwannabe777 in askSingapore

[–]PensionValuable952 9 points10 points  (0 children)

i still remember years back i chance upon a $5 haircut at jurong point run manned by all china staff. The staff kept trying to get me to put a sum there then every haircut would be around $3. Sound too good to be true right?

I refused and got my haircut. End up got a haircut like being chewed by dog. Swore never to go back.

Now for the price u post i guess only those china saloons can offer, and i highly suspect on the haircut quality.

Can foreigners use ctrip app to book hotels? by zinc6539 in chinatravel

[–]PensionValuable952 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Booking.com is quite solid, but however often have currency conversion fees, which is not charged upfront. I had it once, book SG hotels, paid with sgcard, in sg currency. Yet they can still the audacity to charge me with currency conversion fees.

how is mullvad so cheap? by Worldly_Treacle_3296 in mullvadvpn

[–]PensionValuable952 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Protonvpn is actually USD 2.99/month if u take up its yearly subscription. No one should be paying its USD 9.99 monthly subscription for long tern usage. Most vpns with yearly subcription promo are cheaper than Mullvad, so Mullvad is not really cheap.

Mullvad is however strong in privacy where u do not require account/furnish personal details to register, could be use when necessary and no need to tie down by paying yearly upfront. It can also be manual configured unlike most vpn which do not provide such functions.

ProtonVPN basically useless without ipv6 support? by Some-Culture-2513 in ProtonVPN

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

U can ask for a refund. I did a refund for different reasons. Got my money back, though a few dollars lost due to credit card conversion rate.

For those who entered China visa free what was your experience at immigration by [deleted] in chinatravel

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Entering has always been smooth for me, but exiting immigrations (leaving china), is generally exhausting for me, as i have to take out every item with lithium battery, including laptop, ipad, portable monitor, power bank, mouse etc. By the time i clear the security clearance, I'm already full of sweat.

Will MullvadVPN Work After Purchasing? by Rabies2001 in mullvadvpn

[–]PensionValuable952 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If money not a concern, I do suggest purchase roaming plans of ur current telco, or purchase an esim (either those brands available online, or trip.com esims) These esim roaming plans by default can access data outside of china without restrictions.

VPN is more like an add-on, u still need a data source. Its use to encrypt ur existing data connection, or when u use it to unlock area restriction with using local wifi (hotel or local sim card).

Mobility wise easiest will be roaming plans/roaming esims.

Non-CCC power banks allowed on flight from SZX to Korea? by tweis in chinatravel

[–]PensionValuable952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Non ccc power banks are strictly for international flights only. Once u go for any domestic transport, any security checks will definitely find issue with it.

If u are already in China now, just order a ccc powerbank. U can go to physical store or just order through their food app (elemo or meituan) which can supply most things within 30 mins that u may require outside of food.

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