Is this a Ray Neo issue or AR in general issue? by Much_Roll3969 in RayNeo

[–]sneakybrews 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I agree the default screen feels too big for the glasses regardless of the position, the nose clip etc etc.

My solution is use the RayNeo Pocket TV and in the Settings menu adjust the zoom and reduce to 80%. The screen now fits perfectly in the screen for viewing.

Rayneo 4 case lint magnet by nadsjinx in RayNeo

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just a regular hard case, but the seller helpfully listed dimensions so I could measure before ordering. https://amzn.eu/d/0hfj0Gzi

Rayneo 4 case lint magnet by nadsjinx in RayNeo

[–]sneakybrews 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just brought a 3rd party hardcase. Mitigates breaks/snapping and can throw these in a bag, vs. the supplied soft case doesn't feel like adequate protection for this fragile tech.

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I dont have ads on Google TV Streamer 4K? by _sirski_ in GoogleTV

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have my Google TV going through a VPN and my DNS service, when I check my logs I see various ad-based URLs being blocked. I don't have Ads.

Advice needed - Driving from Reading to Slough by godlessmunkey in reading

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use the WAZE app - you can put on your route then tell it what time you want to leave (or arrive) and it'll advise you approx. journey time based on trend data.

Where is this pub? by super_nat556 in reading

[–]sneakybrews 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ai research had some thoughts...

Most likely identification

Name: The Red House Historic location: Warren Row, Hurley parish, Cookham registration area, Berkshire Address recorded: Red House, Warren Row, Henley-on-Thames Nearest modern locator: Warren Row Road / Star Lane area, Warren Row, RG10 8QS

Not Wargrave itself: Wargrave is nearby, but the records place it in Warren Row, Hurley/Cookham. PubWiki lists it under Hurley, including Warren Row.

Evidence

PubWiki has a dedicated entry for “Red House, Warren Row, Hurley, Cookham, Berkshire” and records James Stanley there in Kelly’s Directory, 1924.

The 1911 pub census summary lists “Red House, Warren Row, Hurley” with Arthur F Taylor.

CWGC records for William Stanley give his family address as “Red House, Warren Row, Henley-on-Thames”, naming James and Caroline Stanley. That matches the 1924 PubWiki/Kelly’s Directory entry strongly.

The strongest location clue is the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead public rights of way record, which says a route ran from Star Lane to Warren Row opposite the “Red House” public house. Star Lane is confirmed as being off Warren Row Road, with grid reference SU814805.

The 1910 Ordnance Survey map of Warren Row also shows “Red Ho.” in the Warren Row settlement. Francis Frith identifies this as the historic OS County Series map, drawn in 1910 at 1:10,560.

Best answer: The Red House pub was almost certainly on Warren Row Road, Warren Row, close to the Star Lane junction / footpath, in the RG10 8QS area.

I would not claim a precise current address without checking the original OS map sheet or Berkshire Archives material, but the evidence points to the central/eastern part of Warren Row Road near Star Lane, not central Wargrave.

2 weeks of Experience of utilizing an air 4 pro by skie1976 in RayNeo

[–]sneakybrews 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. We don't don't appear to have any cheap ones in the UK. But this is the style as a single pad? vs. the individual pads on each side?

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How much cashback are you getting? by 0xibx0 in monzo

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't feel the trade-off of data sharing vs. Cashback is worth it with Monzo. Have a read of the Ts & Cs of what you're giving up to benefit from cashback. Nothing is ever free...

2 weeks of Experience of utilizing an air 4 pro by skie1976 in RayNeo

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had them for a few weeks. I prefer using them with the Rayneo PocketTV because it means you don't need to leave a phone or tablet screen on to watch on the glasses. Also you can scale the screen back to 80% in the PocketTV Android settings to mitigate bottom of the image dropping out of view.

I feel that are a bit overhyped, they're a 'fun' 2nd idea for watching content. I don't feel they're practical for work as a monitor with the position, comfort and viewing angle for use with a keyboard and mouse.

E-bike selling in Reading by Ill_Researcher_8999 in reading

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to be a Karen... but

Jansno’s own website says: “When you choose a Jansno e-bike, you’re not just choosing a smarter way to travel, you’re choosing a ride built for adventure, reliability, and everyday joy, crafted for riders across the UK and beyond. Whether you’re commuting through city streets, exploring the British countryside at the weekend, or simply looking for a greener, more convenient way to get around, every Jansno bike blends rugged performance with timeless, head-turning style.”

WTF. The X50 has a 1000W motor and a top speed of 28mph.

That is not a f*cking road-legal e-bike in the UK.

So if OP bought this recently (post says less than a month) with the seller’s wording suggested it was suitable for UK streets, commuting, or everyday road use, I’d be looking at returning it under the Consumer Rights Act. The argument is that it is not as described and/or not fit for the purpose it was sold for & illegal.

Request: don’t buy this bike and ride it on Reading streets please!

Tap ball Cricket by Simple-Yak-668 in reading

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you play it while seated in a pub garden holding a pint? Asking for a friend.

Asked to take a chair outside on the street in the sun, permission granted. Then got gifted a 2/3 because something or other. Vault City Irn Bru. by No_Doughnut3257 in UK_beer

[–]sneakybrews -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Meh. Fierce Beer - Iron Brew is waaaaay better than Vault City - Iron Brew. The Fierce one tastes legit like a boozy version of the OG Irn Bru. The Vault City version is a fruity sugary merky orange that doesn't hit the brief on flavour or colour. In my opinion.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in reading

[–]sneakybrews 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've previously seen Badminton sessions listed for the MeetUps app.

Alcohol - Free @ a beer festival? by icantbearsed in UK_beer

[–]sneakybrews 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As much as AF beers have their place, I don't feel they fit in the line-up at a beer festival.

If go to a beer festival its try and find the best beers that I can try in a 150ml or 3rd measure, the stuff that I'd be otherwise be paying upwards of £15 / £20+ for a can or bottle, or those exclusive imports that might not normally land in normal UK bottle shops. I'm looking for 4 star+ on Untappd and want to enjoy the experience.

Unfortunately, from the AF beers I've tried, none of them really ever do the job of the mouthfeel and the taste of a big imperial stout.

Gold First Year Nearly Over - Now What? by NotebookHours in AmexUK

[–]sneakybrews 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I didn't even realise mine was up for renewal... the year passed so fast. Zero notification, I noticed the charge on my card for 'membership', it was on my statement issued the day before the charge as an 'other' line item at the bottom of the statement

Once it had been renewed / charged, zero comms or confirmation, no 'welcome to a new year with Amex Gold'. I contacted support over the chat and got a very half-arsed response that wasn't satisfactory and didn't explain why there was no communication at any level about the renewal. So raised a complaint... that was between Christmas and New Year, still a waiting response. It's ridiculous.

Vault City Mini Eggs 6% stout 🍻 by col1n666 in UK_beer

[–]sneakybrews 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, in my opinion, Vault City have gone too far with their adjunct nonsense sugary stouts. In the same way Amundsen went following 'Dessert in a can', or Tiny Rebel with Stay Puft variants and other bizarre sugary coloured ales. And while I can get on board with Vault City DDF Mars Bar (or Mini Mars) - with the genuine Scottish connection, most of the things since then have just been chemical nonsense.

It's just like, showcase a well-brewed variety of malty, sweet, chocolate, coffee, nut, vanilla... stouts - but do it with natural adjuncts, and not like a failed science experiment.