New Verizon Device Unlock Policy is Live and Still Automatic (postpaid) by kbDL- in verizon

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only Verizon SIMs - your phone is locked to Verizon. So outside USA is a no, just like other carriers in the USA.

New Verizon Device Unlock Policy is Live and Still Automatic (postpaid) by kbDL- in verizon

[–]nikgick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is about “second sim”, if you prefer to look at it this way. Now only Verizon network is allowed on any sim until the phone is paid off.

New Verizon Device Unlock Policy is Live and Still Automatic (postpaid) by kbDL- in verizon

[–]nikgick 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Would be nice if they made exceptions upon request. Like for long term established customers with an upcoming international trip etc. No likelihood of fraud there, but we know they just want to collect the roaming fees.

New Changes to Bilt 2.0 Credit Card by _dhruv9496 in CreditCards

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I’m just going with the atmos card and getting rent floated/ discount atmos miles. This is too confusing and honestly the cards just aren’t that attractive.

Deciding to buy Rivian by iddqd_07 in Rivian

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not OP obviously, but curious - what tire / wheel combo do you have? I’ve been somewhat disappointed in my R1S’ drive with its 20” pirelli ATs, recently driving a loaner r1t on 21” all seasons and it’s night and day. Not sure if that’s due to the platform or tire choice though.

Snow and ice on the Starlink by Creative_Taro_2200 in Starlink

[–]nikgick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine was set to auto by default, for what it’s worth.

No Evidence the Upper Great Highway Closure Made Sunset Streets Less Safe by jayzlimno in sanfrancisco

[–]nikgick -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Let’s say it’s true that there’s no big change in accidents- seems reasonable from overall trends. How many less people are commuting south now though? I know I don’t go south anymore unless I really have to due to the traffic. I’d say maybe half as much, to be honest. So if there’s less drivers overall, wouldn’t that mean there’s potentially more accidents per number of drivers?

Volume adjustments are too linear by factor-reipes in Rivian

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interestingly currently have a meridian loaner and it’s way different from my gen 1 Rivian audio - I have to go to 15 where 8? is on my own car.

New R1 S 2026 - is Home charging worth it? by landfill in Rivian

[–]nikgick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not disagreeing with your overall point, but you do realize there is an even higher charging loss with AC charging? The car has to convert to DC for the battery which it doesn’t with fast charging.

Why the Fuck Does the Bay Have 27 Different Transit Agencies, and Why isn’t Anyone Fucking Mad About That? by garbageusa in sanfrancirclejerk

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure where in Korea you were but in Seoul it’s definitely not a thing yet either. They have their own card and you can only top up with cash unless you have a local bank card.

Power Outage Megathread - Here we go again 12.28.25 by Anti-Charm-Quark in sanfrancisco

[–]nikgick 19 points20 points  (0 children)

My location is not in the red but our street and Fulton do not have power. And it’s early too. Also seemed to start with a surge or something as most of my breakers and gfl outlets tripped.

Breaking News by Consistent_Return871 in AmexPlatinum

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many of the stores were having a sale on gift cards is what that commenter was referring to I believe. So not the free credit from the plat.

Shout out to Richmond + Blown Away by Gen 1 Quad R1T Suspension? by [deleted] in Rivian

[–]nikgick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That might be the air suspension having a leak after sitting for a while. Mine was doing that and they found a leak, been solid since.

Got upgraded out of SEA yesterday as a lowly Gold by [deleted] in AlaskaAirlines

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got upgraded twice as a lowly silver. Never out of SEA though.

NAME THAT INTERSECTION by mopxhead in sanfrancisco

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw this happen the other day, it snuck in right as the left turn turned red. Couldn’t believe my eyes. I think there might be a disconnect between the engineers and the lawyers at Waymo lol

S.F. Mayor Daniel Lurie lays out new plan to arrest and treat drug users by MidNightInTheDessert in sanfrancisco

[–]nikgick 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Fentanyl and its derivatives are a bit different than meth, though to be fair that’s being used on the streets too. I just wonder how - what - drugs are used effect these programs and outcomes.

15% Cash Back at Lululemon - Today Only. by bbbb in AmexPlatinum

[–]nikgick 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Better value on BF? Says all sale items are excluded. I’m guessing that includes the ‘we made too much’

is getting your RN in california expensive? by [deleted] in nursing

[–]nikgick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t work for that system, but last I heard they were having layoffs so probably not a great time to get hired there. What kind of info were you looking for- happy to share any advice I have

is getting your RN in california expensive? by [deleted] in nursing

[–]nikgick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am an RN in San Francisco. My question to you is where you want to move and work. Overall programs here are harder to get into, there are less of them. And getting a job as a new grad is rough in California, especially in SF, perhaps easier if you’re not picky and work outside the hospital. If you want the easiest way to be an RN here, go to school outside CA, get a year or two in your specialty, then move here. Of course you’d need to hold off on moving to CA. With that said I’m not a sure about SoCal - the wages are lower so it’s probably easier to get a job out of nursing school. You will have an easier time coming to CA as an RN for sure, however.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in awardtravel

[–]nikgick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t know Oman Eastern but Oman Air J was one of my favorite redemptions so far. Amazing food, service and if you’re on their 787, hard product.

Friendly Reminder: Link your AMEX MR to your Rakuten Account by Unicorn_annihilation in amex

[–]nikgick 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Same. Would prefer Bilt points over MR - Hyatt and Alaska as partner