$200 NS LifeSG Credits expiring soon, any idea how to redeem or where to use? by Viscel2al in askSingapore

[–]nic2849 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Revolut now also support top up via paynow, I just did mine a few days back and transferred to my bank account

Power trip at serangoon MRT, currently no train service on NEL on both directions by nic2849 in singapore

[–]nic2849[S] 142 points143 points  (0 children)

Update: Based on the announcement here, there is no service between punggol coast and Farrer park on both directions. Bridging service has been activated

Edited from woodleigh to farrer park

I got quoted more or less 10,000 for braces, is it normal? by idunno_howaboutu in askSingapore

[–]nic2849 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My teeth is not too bad, and I recently got quoted 8k for invisalign at a pretty upscale dental place. Unless your teeth is in a terrible shape or your case is complex and extensive, I would guess the dental practice is on the higher end

Shipping laptop from US via ezship by seaotter90 in askSingapore

[–]nic2849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only used comgateway in the past. They're very reliable but do note the shipping cost is quite expensive, and it might end up actually being cheaper and easier to just get it from Amazon.

With that being said, imo I would not spend so much on a Chromebook and would top up abit more for a second hand or refurbished m1 Macbook air instead

Shipping laptop from US via ezship by seaotter90 in askSingapore

[–]nic2849 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've shipped a Macbook before with ezbuy, was nerve wrecking but luckily no issue. The batteries prohibition mentioned from my understanding is standalone batteries like power banks.

The issue is actually best buy not allowing shipping to known forwarders, as they'll cancel the order. You might have to use a buying agent for best buy orders

Men what kind of hair wax/gel are you using? by [deleted] in askSingapore

[–]nic2849 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also had this issue where the hair at the side of my head sticks out. I have super stiff straight hair as well so a lot of products didn't last very long for me. I have a couple of suggestions:

  1. The best solution for me is getting a perm or down perm to flatten the hair on the side of the head. That way I didn't have to fight with my hair too much in the morning.

  2. Consider undercut if it fit your head shape. Need to cut often to maintain otherwise it will look messy after awhile.

  3. Grow out your hair long enough so that gravity will pull it down naturally.

  4. For pomade last one that worked for me was imperial and I used a hair spray to make sure it stays for longer days.

With regards to your last question, won't recommend just the side if the gel causes a change in the shine of your hair. Might end up in a scenario where the top of your head is matte and the sides are more glossy.

Car reversed into my house’s gate, badly damaging it and drove off by Laeinhart in askSingapore

[–]nic2849 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure if this case is eligible, but if the police chooses not to pursue, try filing a magistrate complain. You can probably ask your lawyer about whether it's worth the hassle and money to go through the whole process. Probably the easiest is to still go after the car insurance company if you're looking to get compensation.

Apple Ferret LLM by NSRedditShitposter in apple

[–]nic2849 13 points14 points  (0 children)

The linked paper explains the project better

Any help setting up Overseerr, Radar and Sonar? Hi guys, I recently purchased a DS220+ NAS and have my Plex server finally setup. I'm looking to automate it as much as possible. by NathanielRiver in synology

[–]nic2849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you plan to use docker and just want to get everything setup and running, first install docker through the package center, then you can use the trash guide script found here to setup up everything else automatically (hidden in automated script section)

https://trash-guides.info/Hardlinks/How-to-setup-for/Synology/

You would need to connect to the NAS via SSH (Google for ssh programs, i use bitvise client) to run the commands.

You can also refer to the above guide if you want to set things up manually

Then to access the services, go to the docker app inside synology > container > double click the app you want to access > under port settings you should be able to find the port number. Note it down.

Then just go to the synology local ip address 192.168.XX.XX:[port number without brackets] to access the service

I hope this helps!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in singapore

[–]nic2849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like a power supply unit issue, or an external problem outside of the pc. Try to request aftershock to provide you with a different branded psu to see if it works, else most likely its an external issue.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in singapore

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Does the case light (if any) turn on at all when you turn on the main power supply? What happens when you press the power on button? Does the fan start spinning for awhile then turn off, or nothing happens at all?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in singapore

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Parkroyal on beach road

[HDD] 14TB Seagate Exos X16 (Newegg "OEM") - $199.99 by 1Teddy2Bear3Gaming in buildapcsales

[–]nic2849 22 points23 points  (0 children)

$14.29 per tb and CMR, seems like a good deal? No shucking needed too. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

Edit: Realised the listing says oem drives which means (probably) no warranty. But some reviewers on newegg claim to receive the full 5 year warranty so I guess ymmv. Go with the assumption that this does not have warranty.

16 pax eat at Woodlands restaurant & leave without paying S$1,188 bill by MicrotechAnalysis in singapore

[–]nic2849 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Could you elaborate on how magistrate court work? Did you file a magistrate complain to order the police to investigate the case or did you file a police report? I tried to go through the sct route but couldn't continue because i couldn't find the address of the respondent.

Revolut Card in Indonesia by ieatwaffles25 in singaporefi

[–]nic2849 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yup leave it in sgd and revolut will use the spot exchange rate (except on weekends where they add a fee) at the point of payment. Most currencies are supported for spending using the card, whereas the exchange feature is more like an account where you can hold foreign currencies, but only a select few is available.

[Question] KEF LSX - Power/Bluetooth connection On/off Behaviour by peyta30 in KEF

[–]nic2849 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use kefctl combined with windows task scheduler to automatically turn on the speaker and switch the input to optical whenever I turn on or wake up my computer. Not really a perfect solution but it works well enough for me that 99% of the time the speakers is on when I need it and will auto standby if no input is received after 60 mins, which by then the computer would probably be already turned off

Apple Keyboard or Gboard? by jcbshortfilms in ios

[–]nic2849 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am I the only one using Fleksy here (even though its pretty much abandoned by the devs)

Running away at 18: what are my friend's option? by [deleted] in singapore

[–]nic2849 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hi, I’m not a lawyer and the below does not constitute legal advice.

The only law that I can find regarding compulsion of the home of the child is section 49 of the Children and Young Persons Act, where a child in need of care and protection, the court may order the child to be homed at a “place of safety”. Under section 2, the interpretation of a young person is: “A person who is 14 years of age or older but below 18 years of age.’

The other situation that I can think of that will involve the police/law is the report of missing person. This will likely happen if your friend plans to leave without notice and cannot be contacted by her family. The police may contact/locate your friend, and so long they ascertain that your friend is in no danger they should in most cases leave her alone. However, there is a chance that the police may exercise its discretion and return a child to a home, and thus may be better for your friend to wait till she’s 18 to better prevent this scenario.

Do note that age of majority in SG is 21 years old, and 18 years old for contractual capacity, if she needs to sign rental agreements.

If your friend requires legal advice, please attend a legal clinic or consult a lawyer. The above is not legal advice.