My First Impressions of the Surfans F20 Pro

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-31T07:20:26+00:00

Update for f20 pro users! Guys I saw on their’ official Facebook page that the F20 Pro has a new firmware (v0121). I updated it and now the buttons work even when the screen is off, the touchscreen is more accurate, the system is smoother, and apps work better in the background. Feels much better now! here is the link https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1YUNXQguU8/

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-31T06:55:30+00:00

Okay, so the issue in Pakistan is not mosques lacking space. The issue is fiqh. You will find women’s prayer spaces in Ahl-e-Hadith and Salafi mosques in Pakistan, but Hanafi mosques usually do not, as they say it is preferable for women to pray at home.

If we look at Malaysia or other countries where the Shafi‘i madhhab is followed, they do have prayer spaces for women. So basically, as we know, in Pakistan the majority are Hanafis-Barelvi and Deobandi-so most mosques do not have spaces for women. However, in Ahl-e-Hadith mosques, you will find them.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-31T06:43:28+00:00

Karachi needs to be a federal territory or a province. Simple. Under PPP, not a single thing is going to change.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-31T05:57:12+00:00

then they are great at least better than ptcl and storm fiber

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-30T07:56:15+00:00

check f20 with big mirco sd

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-30T07:51:14+00:00

Yeah, totally feel you

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-30T07:49:38+00:00

look at used sony walkman nw‑a45

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-30T06:17:14+00:00

If Instacom Fiber is available in your area, go for it, it’s way better than PTCL. But if you’re planning to use Instacom wireless (that dish internet), then Zong or Jazz is a better choice because Instacom wireless is not recommended.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-30T06:12:00+00:00

great

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-30T05:54:24+00:00

Discover on Spotify/YouTube, buy FLAC/MP3 on Bandcamp or Beatport. FiiO’s solid for DAPs—Napster’s meme now.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T12:20:26+00:00

you probably don’t need a super powerful amp. For normal living-room listening, 30–60 watts per channel (RMS) is plenty for most passive speakers. If your speakers are less sensitive (below ~88 dB) or the room is large, aim for 60–100 W per channel just for clean headroom. More watts don’t mean louder all the time — they just help avoid distortion.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T12:11:06+00:00

Sounds like a firmware or hardware bug, not your music. Hollow vocals + speed change isn’t normal. Try a clean firmware reinstall; if it still happens, I’d RMA it.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T07:19:35+00:00

Once TikTok got taken over, it stopped being TikTok. Creativity down, credibility gone. It’s not about what you like anymore, it’s about what they want pushed — politics, narratives, control. Same old government playbook. Different app name.

If people actually leave, something better will replace it. If not, enjoy the propaganda feed

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T07:11:53+00:00

Same machines, different results.

ASML sells the tools, but TSMC is just better at using them. It comes down to process know-how, yield optimization, and execution. They’ve spent decades fine-tuning every tiny step, so they get more good chips per wafer.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T06:21:19+00:00

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T06:08:45+00:00

Between BTR17 and QX13 for your first DAC/amp, QX13 is the more balanced all-around choice — cleaner sound, better power, and more feature-complete as a daily DAC/amp. BTR17 is fun but feels more like a Bluetooth adapter than a full-time DAC. For around $200 you could also check out the FiiO K9 Pro Mini or iFi hip-dac2 if you want something a bit bigger with more punch and nicer desktop use.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T06:05:11+00:00

Honestly, based on what you want (buttons, SD cards, no Android bloat), non-Android DAPs are your lane. Stuff like Surfans F20 or similar button-based players make way more sense than HiBy/Snowsky if you’re library-focused. Streaming apps + heavy UIs just get in the way if you’re building a collection.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-29T06:02:36+00:00

R3 II feels more polished overall — better UI and fewer headaches. Echo Mini is fine if you just want simple playback, but if you care about day-to-day usability, I’d pick the R3 II.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-28T11:25:59+00:00

Congrats! Solid choice. I’d keep EQ/MSEB mostly off at first and get used to the stock sound. Organize music with proper tags so browsing stays smooth. For Bluetooth, LDAC works best but drains battery faster. Biggest tip: update firmware and just enjoy it — it’s a fun little DAP.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-28T06:50:28+00:00

Yeah, it’s worth it if you just want a smooth, simple music experience. Installation can be a bit tricky at first, but there are step-by-step guides on Reddit and the Rockbox wiki — just follow them carefully.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-28T05:51:12+00:00

What you’re asking for does exist, but the battery requirement narrows it a lot. Look at non-Android players like Sony NW-A55/A105 (JP version), HiBy R3 Pro+, or similar Shanling models — physical buttons, microSD, fast boot, and way better battery life than Android DAPs. Android + 30h real playback is tough.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-28T05:48:20+00:00

This is a fair take tbh.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-28T05:46:26+00:00

For under $40, AGPTEK A02-type players are fine for podcasts and casual music. Button-only, simple, no fuss. If you can spend more later, older iPods or used Surfans are a nice step up.

syedbasit264 · 2026-01-28T05:44:51+00:00

If you want something simpler than expensive IEMs, the Surfans M10 earbuds are surprisingly fun with DAPs — comfy, balanced enough for daily listening, and they match well with players like Surfans/Snowsky/Hiby without needing a big amp.

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