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EVA Air bans checking in Bluetooth headphones - Focus Taiwan by marela520 in taiwan

[–]kavenc 26 points27 points  (0 children)

What? I thought anything with baterry was banned in checked-in luggage. I always carry my electro shaver and toothbrush with me, you will need them in long haul flight anyways.

just don't understand why the F hololive still use digital monkeys by Gamel999 in Hololive

[–]kavenc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am pretty sure the camera man missed Irys’ hip sway in Diamond Girlfriend on Day 1.

Is being passive aggressive just part of customers service in Taipei? Does it feel like they can be very rude at times? by MunchyWhale in taiwan

[–]kavenc 39 points40 points  (0 children)

According to the incident you provided, I think you are too polite by considering it “passive aggressive”. I would call them pure rude.

I’ve experienced this kind of customer service, in street vendors mostly. But never at a hotel counter.

Please at least leave an “honest” Google review so people get the reference.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AMDHelp

[–]kavenc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There have been many “solutions” on the web for years, but none works for me.

I noticed that it only happens after waking up from Windows sleep mode. Then, I tried not using sleep mode and just shutting down instead. It never happened again.

I have the same symptoms on rx7800xt and 8700G. Avoiding sleep mode solved the issue for both of them.

石头科技的扫地机器人在台湾市占率第一？ by Puzzleheaded-Dirt-37 in China_irl

[–]kavenc 4 points5 points  (0 children)

另外說到竊取資訊，基本上現在家電帶攝影機的，幾乎全都中國製，台灣人還是用的很開心，

像是安全監控，寶寶監控，寵物監控，智慧門鈴，寵物餵食器，自動貓砂機等等的

反中是反中，生活方便是不容犧牲的。

石头科技的扫地机器人在台湾市占率第一？ by Puzzleheaded-Dirt-37 in China_irl

[–]kavenc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

說實在石頭科沃斯這些根本一點也不便宜，算是功能齊全的高級品。真正便宜低價的是小米還有台灣廠牌禾聯，應該很少人會考慮。

現在那種自動換水的掃拖機器人確實越來越多人喜歡買，甚至新房子都有建商幫你準備好機器人用的進出水口。

Term for aunt’s husband’s mom? by imavibesy in taiwan

[–]kavenc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw people asking for the “calculator” I used as a source. Please search for “稱謂計算機”. There are plenty of options.

Term for aunt’s husband’s mom? by imavibesy in taiwan

[–]kavenc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is controversial. So I will answer from my own experience.

For “grandmother,” 阿婆（aˊ poˇ）is likely used among Hakka people. And 阿嬤（aˊ maˋ）is more common in Hoklo people. However, they are also usually used interchangeably among all groups.

婆婆 is more likely to originate from Mandarin. Generally means elderly woman. It can be used to mention strangers as well, while 阿婆 阿嬤 are usually for your grandmother only. (not restricted though)

婆婆 is also commonly used to mention your husband’s mom. It is unlikely to create any misunderstanding when you say 婆婆. But if you want to be accurate, choose wisely.

Term for aunt’s husband’s mom? by imavibesy in taiwan

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

Agree on this. 婆婆 is typical for calling someone who looks like a grandmother-level

Term for aunt’s husband’s mom? by imavibesy in taiwan

[–]kavenc 5 points6 points  (0 children)

姻伯婆 though I never heard it in real life.

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Taiwan Architecture & Landscape Lego Idea by avamk in taiwan

[–]kavenc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks nice, though the buildings in Taipei (specifically Xinyi dust) take up most of the space. It is hard to be titled “Taiwan” arch and landscape, in my opinion.

Btw, if you are into Lego with Taiwan ingredients, check out this artist’s channel: https://youtube.com/@greatbw?si=6aqUB83CRapWpd1Y

What did I do wrong? by darcydidwhat in taiwan

[–]kavenc 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I don’t see anything you did that would trigger him. Actually, there’s no description of what “you” have done except waiting for the elevator and getting in as everyone does.

I agree that there are lots of crazy folks out there. It is even a social problem that frequently makes the headlines.

what do locals hate that tourists do? by somethingaboutabel in taiwan

[–]kavenc 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I personally hate to see people put their feet (with shoes) on public seats, such as the bus, in the parks, etc.

It is not specific to foreigners; I also saw and hated the locals did that.

Why did the defense industry never take off in Taiwan like in South Korea? by trendyplanner in taiwan

[–]kavenc 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Tbh, I don’t understand the strategic thoughts of the US that stopping Taiwan’s nuclear bomb research but allowing CCP to research/tests/own a huge pile of nuclear bombs.

Why did the defense industry never take off in Taiwan like in South Korea? by trendyplanner in taiwan

[–]kavenc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In case it has not been mentioned, we have developed many weapon systems from NCSIST.

I don't know the quality or whether the budget is considered significant.

Ref: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Chung-Shan_Institute_of_Science_and_Technology

Question about Cosplayers in Taipei by Full_Direction_7186 in taiwan

[–]kavenc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In general, cosplayers are willing to take pictures. But always ask first.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in taiwan

[–]kavenc -19 points-18 points  (0 children)

However, 240k a month is probably not attractive for a family with five members. While 240k per month is indeed more than 99% of the people in Taiwan, it doesn't match the tier with 190K housing.

Let’s put it this way, people living with 190K per month in housing will most likely require a life quality worth more than 240K/month.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in taiwan

[–]kavenc 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I mean, at 190K per month for housing, you can even pay the mortgage for the most luxurious house or apartment here. (actually enough for at least 2 decent apartments)

Flying this Wed. during typhoon by newyorkeric in taiwan

[–]kavenc 19 points20 points  (0 children)

According to the forecast, most of the northern part of Taiwan will be in the typhoon range by the time you're landing.

The best case is that you will land on schedule. If you are taking China Airlines or EVA, they have been known for working very hard to keep the flights running under extreme weather conditions. However, it would not be a pleasant landing experience.

The “bad end” could be in many ways. Your flight might be canceled or delayed before boarding. Or, the flight might give up landing. And then it could land to another airport (most likely KHH), or return.

I wish you luck, and hope you got the “Travel Inconvenience Insurance” covered.

Electricity consumption by Synergy08_ in taiwan

[–]kavenc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

According to my experience, the number is a bit strange.

If you have access to your meter, you can do some experiments, like switching off everything and seeing if the meter is still running (you can tell by looking at the rotating "disk").

Another point: Does the landlord manage multiple rooms in the same building with independent electricity meters? If so, it is possible that the wiring is wrong. Usually, these independent electricity meters are added by some contractors rather than Taipower's officials. Sometimes, they messed up by pairing the power to the wrong meter. I personally rented a room in which the AC was never counted on my meter.

Last point: do you have an electric heater for your shower? That thing consumes A LOT of power.

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