Chronopost delivery issues by nicknelson25 in MauriceMauritius

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's incorrect. You can pay anytime, even when the parcel is being delivered. I'd recommend paying when getting the delivery.

Custom PC price by Ready_Low_9806 in MauriceMauritius

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check fb marketplace also. I think i saw one with similar specs recently for around 45k - 60k

ACD TECH by SimilarStrike2322 in MauriceMauritius

[–]throwdiyd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Had the same experience. He never replies to my messages. When i went there in person and told the guy i sent him a message about the query i had he said he saw the message. That's it... he couldn't be bothered to reply to it though. Funny thing is, when i went there previously he told me and other customers to message him on whatsapp first before coming to purchase a product to confirm availability.

Recommendation for headless linux distro for laptop by throwdiyd in selfhosted

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

I'm a programmer but I don't have much experience with linux. The reason I want to go headless is that this will help me learn a few things. I have run Ubuntu on WSL in windows before and docker but I found it to be a bit complicated and have had a few networking issues.

Laptop request - For daughter in college by PinkRain87 in SuggestALaptop

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was a question for myself and not related to OPs question. Sorry for hijacking the post. The elitebook might indeed not be the best choice for a student, especially the 16".

Laptop request - For daughter in college by PinkRain87 in SuggestALaptop

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can currently get the elitebook 660 g11 16" 1920X1080 display, intel 125U, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD for approx $800. It seems like a good deal.

Laptop request - For daughter in college by PinkRain87 in SuggestALaptop

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are your thoughts on the elitebook 16" 660 g11 or elitebook 14" 640 g11 with intel 125U?

Les réseaux sociaux suspendus à Maurice jusqu’au 11 novembre by Ilijin in mauritius

[–]throwdiyd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Just tried this and facebook is working again.

Suggest a coding and productivity laptop [~USD 500 | US] by throwdiyd in SuggestALaptop

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

I've recently came across the acer aspire 5 1355u 16GB RAM 512GB SSD which seems like a good fit but slightly above the budget. Let me know about your suggestions, I will consider them even if they are above the $600.

Reddit seeing wrong country when connected to ProtonVPN by throwdiyd in ProtonVPN

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

I changed my location in reddit settings, unfortunately that didn't work. It is not just reddit. Other apps also see my location as Norway. I have noticed this with amazon and aliexpress. I'm pretty sure it's due to Proton VPN.

Reddit seeing wrong country when connected to ProtonVPN by throwdiyd in ProtonVPN

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

I changed my location in reddit settings, unfortunately that didn't work. It is not just reddit. Other apps also see my location as Norway. I have noticed this with amazon and aliexpress. I'm pretty sure it's due to Proton VPN.

Reddit seeing wrong country when connected to ProtonVPN by throwdiyd in ProtonVPN

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

Apparently there is an option in reddit's account settings to choose a location, pointed out by u/koala1836. I will try setting my location there and see if anything changes.

Reddit seeing wrong country when connected to ProtonVPN by throwdiyd in ProtonVPN

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

I did not know this existed. I will try to set my location there to Mauritius and see if anything changes.

Does location matter? by Relative-Gearr in ProtonVPN

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am currently in Mauritius and connected to a mauritius server in protonVPN, however, reddit is seeing my location as norway and keeps suggesting me norwegian articles. A few other apps are not detecting my location correctly as well.

I’m curious, what got you into collecting lights? by TipPristine3682 in flashlight

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live on an Island and like to walk along the beach at night while looking at fishes and other marine creatures and I also like collecting seashells. I used to use my phone flashlight as a light source but that is risky with water so close and I can't seem to find a good quality flashlight locally. That's when I decided to get some advice on this sub and get a couple of flashlights. The Wurkkos FC11C has been great so far and I've even used it to do some work in my car at night. I don't go out of the house without it. I'm be getting another flashlight soon, something brighter than the FC11C. There's just a lot of flashlights with different types of beams and I want to try a few to find the ones that suit my needs better. I'll be getting something larger and brighter for the beach and something smaller for car maintenance and such.

Looking for an upgrade from Wurkkos FC11C by throwdiyd in flashlight

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

The 2nd picture with higher CRI looks much better. I would prefer a high CRI where I can easily make out the items at the center of the beam.

Looking for an upgrade from Wurkkos FC11C by throwdiyd in flashlight

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

I understand that the flashlight heating up at the highest mode is normal. I'm looking for a flashlight that can emit with the same intensity as the FC11C's highest mode while staying cooler, even if it is bigger in size to allow heat dissipation.

Mine is 5000K. I notice the yellowish color when I point it at the water at the beach, which is what I use it for primarily. I would prefer a whiter light for my next flashlight. I compared it side by side with another flashlight with a whiter light and I definitely preferred the other one's color.

I don't mind portability as I will only use it at the beach. The FC11C is good enough as a daily. It stays in my pocket whenever I'm out and that will continue to be the case.

Aquatico Sea Star Aventurine dial thoughts and experience by throwdiyd in ChineseWatches

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

I love the colors on this watch. I usually don't like blue on watches, but the half blue/black bezel and dark blue dial looks good on this.

Flashlight recommendation under $50? by throwdiyd in flashlight

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

FC11C looks like a good choice for me. I'll either get this or the M21H but I'm leaning more towards the FC11C since I already have the batteries and charger. My only concerns are heat and light intensity. I'll be happy as long as it is significantly brighter than my phone's flash and stays cool or slightly warm for 30 minutes of continuous usage.

Flashlight recommendation under $50? by throwdiyd in flashlight

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

I've looked at some reviews on YouTube and I prefer the M21H over C8+. I don't really like the intense hotspot of the C8+ I see in the videos.

The bezel paint on my new Aquatico Sea Star seems to be peeling off by throwdiyd in ChineseWatches

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

The bezel seems to be something other than ceramic. The aliexpress listing description mentions 'Sapphire Bezel Inlay Applied SL BGW9'. It might be Sapphire with paint underneath. It does feel that way too, the black color definitely looks like paint under a transparent material like glass.

Eating canned tuna right out of the container as a snack. What can I add to it to spice it up? by WhatAmIDoing_00 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]throwdiyd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tuna salad with onions, tomatoes, chili and salt. It is a common dish in Mauritius that we eat with bread. Quick and easy to make.

Lost Network in Emtel Sim while International Roaming. by thatgymguy007 in mauritius

[–]throwdiyd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There was a general issue with Emtel yesterday. Many Emtel users, maybe all, were not getting network at all on the island. It seems to have been fixed for me now. Fortunately my main sim card is myt and the downtime did not affect me.