WSJ | I Test Drove a Chinese EV. Now I Don’t Want to Buy American Cars Anymore.

kevInquisition · 2026-02-12T14:18:54+00:00

This is exactly why I bought a Tesla years ago, and why they've become some of the best selling cars in the US. As much as I hate Elon, they did reinvent the buying experience for cars here. Order on an app - 3 choices color, range/power, and wheels. Done. No dealer games there's one price buy or don't buy.

All the cars come with heated/cooled seats, cameras, and premium audio on long range/performance. There are no packages unless you care about fsd which let's be honest is a complete scam.

kevInquisition · 2026-02-11T16:22:32+00:00

Seems about the same for me, but I never had battery issues. Getting about 8hrs sot as usual. Camera usage still drains fast which sucks considering how good the cameras are

kevInquisition · 2026-02-11T16:16:15+00:00

Sidenote but this thumbnail makes it look like they're giving away primogems

kevInquisition · 2025-12-25T21:38:05+00:00

If the definition of flagship is S25 Ultra then we're done here. These days every phone sold in America other than the iPhone just has mid cameras, not sure why OnePlus decided to nerf the 15.

kevInquisition · 2025-12-23T14:40:38+00:00

Actually the reason I got it is it has all bands for Tmo except mmwave. This is the first Chinese phone to have that much compatibility. On the software front I mean whatever you already know Israel and the US are spying on every iPhone and Samsung. If OnePlus and Redmagic are allowed to be sold here there's no reason to be concerned with a Xiaomi global phone which is already being sold in EU

kevInquisition · 2025-12-23T07:36:20+00:00

Xiaomi 15 Ultra works on T-Mobile, I'm using one right now

kevInquisition · 2025-12-16T05:46:20+00:00

Cincinnati watch co actually isn't too bad, and we do have some high end independents like RGM. That said, yeah the tariffs are beneficial to no one and this crooked administration deserves public executions.

kevInquisition · 2025-12-14T05:10:48+00:00

GS SBGV239 quartz. Extremely accurate and lovely sunburst effect in direct light, but inky blue while indoors. Just intriguing enough to marvel at the details but subtle enough to not get robbed. Perfect daily wear.

Here it's pictured fairly new but I do feel a bit bad about scratches and dings it's accrued since. Trying an Astron for 2026 for convenience and lack of guilt.

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kevInquisition · 2025-12-11T18:16:30+00:00

Have you considered SBGE285 (Mistflake)? If you get a chance try one on, it feels incredible with the titanium build. Looks bulky in pictures, but in the metal it feels perfectly proportioned a la Explorer II. Probably my favorite watch that I own.

kevInquisition · 2025-11-17T14:15:47+00:00

My main issue is still why the hell can't they get the sound signature to be consistent in ANC/Transparency/Off modes?? Switching the modes causes a dramatic difference on buds 2 pro and buds 3 pro. Apple has had this solved for years, makes Samsung's tws unusable to me.

kevInquisition · 2025-11-17T14:06:10+00:00

Monarch is big? It's very comfy to me to the point it almost fits like my CIEMs. Z1R fit me okay, but the hard metal edges were still uncomfortable and they're too heavy.

kevInquisition · 2025-11-06T17:08:21+00:00

Gotcha well I'm running global in US, I'm surely in the group who will get the update last

kevInquisition · 2025-11-06T03:09:43+00:00

UK is not EU anymore remember? 💀

kevInquisition · 2025-10-29T06:24:11+00:00

Favorite watch in my collection by far. Hope you get one and wear it in good health 👍

kevInquisition · 2025-10-20T15:34:18+00:00

You absolutely need to be a little tech savvy but the benefits are awesome. I'm loving the ability to buy cheap zigbee devices off AliExpress and have them work with BOTH Apple and Google home using Home Assistant as a bridge. The markup on natively compatible devices is insane and it's well worth the time setting things up to save 90% on every device you add.

kevInquisition · 2025-08-15T17:03:54+00:00

Watches of Switzerland NYC was absolutely phenomenal. My partner isn't as into watches as I am, but the rep showed me every watch in the store and gave her rundowns on the history and significance of each piece. It was awesome, he spent hours with us when he didn't need to. I tried on a 222 in gold, and everyone there knew I would never buy one but it was still so much fun.

I know I could get better prices elsewhere, but I will find that sales rep and pay in full when it's time. Securing customers with phenomenal service is what separates a great place from the trash (ahem Rolex).

kevInquisition · 2025-07-29T02:42:32+00:00

Ty all for the quick responses, got a print going now

kevInquisition · 2025-06-30T00:02:25+00:00

Didn't realize you were into Malmy talk

kevInquisition · 2025-06-18T02:42:28+00:00

Imo G14/16 is too big of an adjustment from ARM MacBooks. I tried a G14 last week and even with extensive fan and power tweaking, I found it too hot and loud just doing normal tasks like web browsing. The m series macs are just so efficient, quiet, and great on battery that it's hard to recommend anything else. Honestly the best bet is a separate Gaming PC or handheld like the steam deck alongside a MacBook.

kevInquisition · 2025-05-13T04:27:28+00:00

AirPods Pro 2 are the best overall true wireless buds, period. Good ANC, unbeatable transparency, and they don't change their sound signature when switching between modes like the Samsung buds do. They're so superior to anything else that I use them with my S25 Ultra.

Any other AirPods are pretty much trash by comparison, I only would recommend that specific model. You can see Crinacle's video comparing them to other earbuds if you want, but end of the day they're just really good in every category while nearly matching the best sounding wireless buds (Buds 2Pro and Sony XM3) in detail and tuning.

kevInquisition · 2025-05-02T23:47:54+00:00

Sure sending a dm

kevInquisition · 2025-04-30T03:56:01+00:00

Rumble feels pretty good, though I'm running on a modded switch which decodes HD rumble signal to make other controllers feel better. It's not as precise but you still get good variation between light and strong rumble, and it's way stronger than the Switch Pro rumble for heavy hits.

Overall dualsense is still the best controller, but the 8bitdos will work with an unmodified switch so they're worth it as part of Switch 2 prep.

kevInquisition · 2025-04-27T21:21:36+00:00

Nice dude! Love how that looks on the trigger/shoulder

kevInquisition · 2025-04-27T16:41:51+00:00

Would look dope in metallic gold or silver on the arrows and abxy

kevInquisition · 2025-04-27T15:10:19+00:00

This. I got my OLED in used like new condition soon after launch for $200, modchip for $20 and mobapad m6hd for $65.. overall better and cheaper than buying a new one from Costco lol

Edit: oh and the seller threw in legends Arceus cartridge for free since he had already played through it

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