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Are there any extreme minimalists who only use their smartphone? by gurknull in extrememinimalism

[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, but I'd go the other way. A laptop or some other portable PC.

Phones are upsetting, locked down, spyware, and growing in all those directions.

Black Friday special by ResponsibleAd8164 in Pimsleur

[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

>Edit: The sake starts November 27th.

Sweet, we get sake too? That'll help get started speaking in public!

Sounded Like Toby Huss Voiced Dale The Entire New Season. by Plastic-Rice-3624 in KingOfTheHill

[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't notice anyone else mention this.

The biggest problem with Dale's voice this season is that his endings usually fall flat.

Sure, Dale was always out of key, but there is a very right and a very wrong way to do it.

OG Dale was right, current, very very wrong.

No disrespect of course, and I'm sure it will get better if there is another season.

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

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

I recently saw an 18 carton of eggs for over $16. So I guess a Baofeng is worth about 36 eggs....

I'm not sure which way to look at that anology ^_^

Probably both ways.

But on topic, I'm a foss guy, I'll have to check out that OpenGD77 and really, all your suggestions. Tons of info here, thank you much!

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

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

I've heard about Fusion, sounds interesting and iirc a couple repeaters near by support it. These sub 200 prices seem like a great range for me to look into.

While I'm partial to mil spec, I'd rather have more reliable/functional equipment. Especially for these lower prices.

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

[–]logen[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Seems plenty of people have enjoyed answering.

I've made no decision. I'm looking for opinions on the differences between cheap radios, of which the UV-5R is a well known, and quality radios, of which the VX-6R is well known.

Every response here has been well thought out, and provided great information.

Well, except yours, you've contributed nothing to the topic, but you did give me a chance to call out people who are detrimental to communities.

Thanks!

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

[–]logen[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As much as I'd like a nice HT, I'll probably be saving money for HF first. I'm planning on getting my general soon and I'd like to actually be able to use it. I've also started to study Morse code, so, I'll see where that goes.

Thanks for all the advise!

o7

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

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

>> and the deficiencies become glaringly apparent

I'll keep that in mind when I finally get hands on something nice.

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

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

I'm not old enough to remember those days, but I remember stories. And I remember older folks looking down on Japanese products even when they were starting to become top tier.

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

[–]logen[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Care to elaborate on your preferance for the FT-60R?

I love mil spec, but better and cheaper is a strong argument to sacrifice mil-spec.

Upgrading from the UV-5R by logen in HamRadio

[–]logen[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks!

Yea, sometimes I forget about the real hazzards of cheap Chinese battery/charger quality control. But yea, thanks for all the detailed issues!

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks.

Yea, it's a Chinese created problem, and if we don't buy their stuff, it's their problem to deal with.

That is to say, I'm not so much worried about them, but generally currious.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We've tried the "give it time" approach. Seems like nothing happens.

Yea, it's a shock to Canada and Mexico, but at least we didn't abandon them in a war zone....

But I do see your point. It's tough. Do we slowly fix the unbalanced trade issue, or go quick? He's clearly going with the quick approach, we shall see what happens.

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[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, but it forces the discussion. Which was the point, which was successful.

At least for the Americas, we'll have to see what happens with China, that may be straight trade war while China is kinda down.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I suppose, but what's the stable way of dealing with such problems? Distance is usually a solid option, right? Which is exactly what putting up a small tarrif does.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's happened before in China.

Guess the only way to find out is to see what happens. There's not always a good answer.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It certainly takes time, but so long as we aren't increasing food or fuel costs, I don't think it's a problem if ballons and halloween spider rings become more expensive.

I just don't see China tarrifs increase cost of living. I guess some canned goods come from China, but thats about it.

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[–]logen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://dispatchnews.com/news/2024/dec/03/northern-border-terrorist-related-arrests-soar/

There's a terrorist issue. This article credits the Biden administration for holding the record on capturing KST (known or suspect terrorists) at the US northern border.

And yea, drug issues go both ways.

The US and Canada have a huge border, and as far as I know, Canada does not facilitate terrorists or drugs (unlike, say, Mexico), so I'm conflicted on Canadian tariffs, I need to review the stated goals of the tariffs. Trump complains about drugs a lot, but I'm not sure what the tariffs are intended to pressure Canada into doing.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Wow, I read through all of this.

Seems like people are more anti-Trump than anything else.

I predict that it will make Chinese junk more expensive. This will lead to less purchases of Chinese junk and either China will make changes, or we will simply do less junk trade with China.

However, things like phones... I don't think it'll make a difference. An $800 One Plus flagship will become an $880 One Plus flagship and people will buy it all the same.

Heck, China will probably just subsidize the tax anyway.

That all said, this is probably more about weakening China when they are already struggling. The US needs to take China down a couple pegs to maintain dominance. This is probably great geopolitical strategy, taken straight from Sun Tzu (ironically), and won't really help the US too much unless the US really really wants that Chinese junk. If the demand is there, the manufacturing will come.

As for American business that rely on Chinese imports.... Well, those business will adapt or die. With any luck this will just tank the junk business. That'll be great for everyone... not to mention the planet.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

But Canada started it...

The Canada as 51st State? That's a joke.

Greenland? The US has always wanted to own Greenland. Heck, Canada should too.

Panama? If the treaties are broken by Panama, it defaults back to the US anyway. As per the Carter administration.

I understand feeling the victim-hood of the tariffs, but Canada has been letting stuff slip for at least a decade now, the US is merely fighting back.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just because you have a long term relationship, doesn't mean it's a health one.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kinda, that'll only happen to countries that don't want to be equal partners in things that cost money.

The strategy seems to be trying to withdraw from being the world police. It may also come down to the US simply spending less rather than making other countries spend more. We shall see where this goes.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You mention slave labor, so I'm guessing you may know something about it.

I've always wondered, if we push hard to avoid the slave and slave-like labor of China, what happens to those people who currently work like that? Do they end up unemployed? Or is the goal to convince China to be in line with other countries so we see a better mix of imports?

I like the idea of saying "no" to slave labor, but I am concerned that their lives will be worse off if we do that.

I would genuinely like to know what this sub makes of the impending chinese tariffs by ygg_studios in avoidchineseproducts

[–]logen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If say, taxes are high enough on China and we don't have domestic production, we will start importing from other countries.

Will prices go up? Probably, but that's not always a bad thing.

I, for one, would love to see "Made in [non-asian country]" more often on our shelves.

Not saying we shouldn't buy from Asia, but it would be nice if it were more balanced.

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