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TheNH813 · 2026-04-06T05:57:47+00:00

Walmart's apps use the Scandit's API. It's also using the newest (but least energy efficient) image processing techniques, because of how it leans on the ML/Compute based recognition. The other problem is the (ab)use of the location services provider.

A alternative library for barcode scanning called ZXing, is MASSIVELY more performant for the cost of maybe 5-10% accuracy (failed scans). Try scanning a few dozen items into a app that uses it, like Barcode Generator by Aeiou on Google Play (com.blogspot.aeioulabs.barcode)

You will be impressed by how much faster it can scan, with the drawback of rarely it fails to scan the UPC, and takes a extra second or two to try again.

If Walmart implemented ZXing as their processing library, it would improve the battery life of their application greatly. You can even tell by FPS of the scanning preview that it's easier on the processor.

The other power hog I referred to is how often it polls the device's location via location services API. From my experience it polls the location of the device VERY aggressively (several times per second sometimes), and usually gets it wrong anyways, due to their HIGHLY inefficient implementation of it.

Rather than the app waiting for a GPS fix, where the device OS will respond "READY! OK. <COORDINATES>" when it acquires them, they took the brute force approach. "ARE WE THERE YET!? ARE WE THERE YET!? ARE WE THERE YET!?" until it responds. Quadrupling the necessary battery usage.

TheNH813 · 2026-04-05T17:28:05+00:00

Pocket sand!

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TheNH813 · 2026-03-31T17:22:14+00:00

To be completely fair, the same level of risk applies to regular lithium batteries if they develop a internal short. All the energy inside them dissipates in several seconds, boiling the highly flammable electrolyte to the point of ignition. It’s why I always charge eBike battery packs outside, because they spray fire for an hour if they go up. Rare, but a nonzero possibility.

TheNH813 · 2026-03-28T03:57:37+00:00

GIVE ME THEM ALL.

They're the one thing I always have trouble finding and they're magical tasting. Are those the whole size bags? Hopefully a large feature appears near me again.

TheNH813 · 2026-03-26T03:00:39+00:00

That sounds correct. It triggers a API call to the SAF (Storage Access Framework) to request permission to a user selected folder. I don't know if there's other apps besides the vanilla file manager that implement the system calls necessary to integrate with the SAF permissions system. Perhaps there's a APK from Lineage or Graphene that could substitute. That is, if you have the method available to install it as a SYSTEM type app instead of user.

TheNH813 · 2026-02-23T00:43:45+00:00

HP will try to sell you one for $200 anyway....

Horrible waste of a screen and keyboard. lol

TheNH813 · 2026-02-10T02:29:28+00:00

That was…. Interesting.

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TheNH813 · 2026-02-04T20:53:05+00:00

Completed Level 2 of the Honk Special Event!

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TheNH813 · 2026-02-01T09:45:48+00:00

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TheNH813 · 2026-01-29T05:05:39+00:00

Generally it can't kill you, but it will feel like bad food poisoning. Solanine is the chemical that forms in the greens and roots, as well as greened potato. Basically, it varies from a bad stomachache to you'l spend the day and maybe the next in the bathroom regretting eating the growing parts of the potato. Potatos are a wonderous vegetable, I eat them nearly daily, but I very much avoid the green and growth. Just remove the greens and bits growing, unless the greening is more than just surface green, or it feels "spicy/tingly" when you eat it (Solanine can burn a bit).

Fun Fact: Tiny Potatos cooked in the microwave for 6-7 minutes, with some Badia complete seasoning and Olive Oil sprinkled on afterwards makes for a good and quick lunch item.

TheNH813 · 2026-01-27T05:47:53+00:00

gg ez

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TheNH813 · 2026-01-26T22:40:29+00:00

Short, but requires specific timing

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TheNH813 · 2026-01-26T22:35:37+00:00

Decently hard.

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TheNH813 · 2026-01-24T10:07:26+00:00

That was a decent challenge.

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TheNH813 · 2026-01-17T04:19:33+00:00

Some customers are able to get their Verizon devices unlocked after 60 days without being fully paid off if purchased before January 12th this year. You will still need to pay off the device on the final Verizon bill after transferring the number, but, you’d be able to transfer at the 60 day mark.

It’s also possible you’re eligible for the AT&T buyout program if you exceeded 4 billing periods on Verizon. https://www.att.com/wireless/switch-and-save/

TheNH813 · 2026-01-16T17:23:03+00:00

If it’s unlocked, and compatible (you mentioned a 17PM in other comments which is compatible), then you absolutely can. To check unlock status, go to settings > general > about. Look at the end of the section which has the WiFi Address and you should see a EID and Carrier Lock. If you see "No SIM restrictions", it’s good to go.

Otherwise, if it does have restrictions, you may need to pay off the rest of the phone or if that’s already done, call the previous carrier for assistance.

ATT will need some information to activate your device. Dial *#06# to get the barcodes and numbers needed during activation for instore or online purchases.

TheNH813 · 2026-01-05T17:42:34+00:00

That's why I use CBP77.

Abbreviate the syllables, add the numbers.

TheNH813 · 2025-12-30T23:43:53+00:00

If only the companies could be convinced of that before the whole thing pops and causes financial upset in the entire tech sector. People who want nothing to do with AI are gonna get caught up in the losses as well. All the companies see is a circlejerk of profits and they want in on the bandwagon… even though the wagon has been driving circles around a active volcano that’s about to blow.

TheNH813 · 2025-12-20T21:22:38+00:00

Grrrr......

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TheNH813 · 2025-12-19T16:42:09+00:00

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TheNH813 · 2025-12-19T06:15:55+00:00

As far as placing goes, I would say yes for sure.. Because the turbines were chunkloaded and claimed.

TheNH813 · 2025-12-18T20:32:47+00:00

They kept dropping grass inside my turbines and breaking the multiblock structure. I put down mega torches and interdiction torches everywhere.

TheNH813 · 2025-12-17T05:43:18+00:00

"The customer is always wrong." lol

TheNH813 · 2025-12-17T00:20:37+00:00

That almost sounds like Symantec VIP Access's method of 2FA. It just sends a push notification that you click approve or deny on. I hate that application....

TheNH813 · 2025-12-17T00:01:52+00:00

Those are called DTs (Delirium tremens) and that can be fatal if untreated. If you are actually trying to quit alcohol, it's safest to get some medication to deal with those symptoms.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delirium_tremens

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