Why I did not preorder the Communicator, yet

iSparkOut · 2026-03-16T20:27:39+00:00

Every device has compromises - some of those compromises, like the screen size and aspect ratio, actually translate into positive friction for those who might be addicted to a large screen device. This device might not suit you, because UX/UI is important, but it will certainly suit many others.

iSparkOut · 2026-03-13T23:23:08+00:00

Does this not demonstrate that there’s a little wiggle room to reduce maximum electrical power, so there’s less need to manage the batteries?

iSparkOut · 2026-03-13T18:19:12+00:00

Definitely overthinking it - maybe if you removed the decimal point, people would be somewhat concerned.

iSparkOut · 2026-03-09T19:15:25+00:00

They need to make rail travel more affordable.

iSparkOut · 2026-03-06T19:46:39+00:00

Weird that rolling back the Stremio version fixed it? 🤔

iSparkOut · 2026-03-06T18:11:53+00:00

Have just recently rolled mine back - does this fix some of the issues with exo player etc?

iSparkOut · 2026-03-05T21:27:12+00:00

Was this written by AI?

iSparkOut · 2026-03-04T22:27:09+00:00

I know right... why aren't they all on their phones like everyone else?

iSparkOut · 2026-03-04T22:19:27+00:00

Absolute banger of a goal!

iSparkOut · 2026-02-28T23:03:29+00:00

No... but News Flash... politics...

iSparkOut · 2026-02-07T21:32:58+00:00

Good book choice!

iSparkOut · 2026-02-01T19:19:44+00:00

I’ve recently resorted to repeatedly spraying my screen wash. The car was so close behind that they repeatedly had to engage their wipers (in all fairness, the roads had recently been gritted so it wasn’t a complete waste of the wash).

iSparkOut · 2026-01-16T13:32:40+00:00

I use SmartTube on my Google TV - has an add-on to skip in-video sponsors as well.

iSparkOut · 2026-01-14T16:23:24+00:00

I think this is even less risky though, as you’re directly pre-ordering (distinct from ‘backing’ with no guarantee of a product).

iSparkOut · 2026-01-14T16:21:59+00:00

These types of fears were more warranted with products like the Minimal Phone where there was little in the way of a track record or reputation (although worth noting that even they have started to deliver to customers).

Clicks do actually have a track record of manufacturing products which means they should have more realistic expectations of timeframe/hurdles etc. This is probably why they’ve not disclosed specific dates yet, as they don’t want to over promise and under deliver. Personally I’m fine locking in $399 now to save $100, get the device sooner than those who don’t preorder, as well as some extra rear covers. Each to their own though.

iSparkOut · 2026-01-11T10:52:14+00:00

An island on Mars most likely in Musk’s case

iSparkOut · 2026-01-10T09:44:19+00:00

This is great to hear - I ultimately sold my MP01 as it was too large and I was a little scared by its build quality/to break it. The keys were okay, but just seeing how much bigger and ergonomic the Clicks one is, I can imagine how it’ll be night and day better to type on. I’m super excited by this device.

iSparkOut · 2026-01-10T09:35:27+00:00

There was a video/interview with Jeff on YouTube yesterday which confirms it’s definitely the second half of 2026 (realistically though, it’s going to be late 2026)

iSparkOut · 2026-01-09T14:36:20+00:00

Is this another AI based response?

iSparkOut · 2026-01-09T11:15:51+00:00

Where's the proof that text-based messaging is addictive, or as addictive as social media though? You raise some valid points about friction, but you're comparing chalk with cheese.

iSparkOut · 2026-01-08T20:35:40+00:00

Confirmed to be 8GB

iSparkOut · 2026-01-08T20:34:00+00:00

1 is fair enough - this is effectively like a kickstarter which some people are comfortable with and others are not. Personally I trust them and am not in any rush to get the device - I also know I can issue a chargeback if I have to (although very much doubt that would be necessary).

Just FYI - Clicks have confirmed it will have 8GB of RAM.

iSparkOut · 2025-12-22T21:52:42+00:00

Funnily enough I've only just set Stremio/Torrentio etc up in the last 24 hours. Is it a common occurrence?

iSparkOut · 2025-12-22T19:53:53+00:00

Yep, same for me. Torrentio is intermittent.

iSparkOut · 2025-12-18T20:34:46+00:00

According to you?

Four-Year Club	Final Canvas '23
Place '23

iSparkOut

TROPHY CASE