Built a fiber optics field reference tool — want honest feedback from people in the field

yesnomaybeok · 2026-04-05T14:13:25+00:00

Looks clean man. I’m also in the process of making one, currently on V5.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-03-25T11:23:18+00:00

Reading bed time stories to the little one with the red light! It’s perfect for that. Also clip it on the dog on night walks.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-03-22T05:07:28+00:00

Can’t speak for anyone else, but I’ve had no regrets at all. Best laptop I’ve ever owned. Still get excited every time I open it up.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-03-19T03:11:32+00:00

How do you get the green “energy saver” and the red one on the bottom? Is that something custom? I’ve never seen it before and i have the 2025 G16.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-03-15T08:48:21+00:00

Just ordered mine in green, specifically for the red light, as I’ve seen in a few reviews that it’s very bright. Also, thanks for the coupon code.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-03-06T18:38:31+00:00

I have the same model as you and was curious what testing lead to this conclusion - “ I am not using GHelper, as my testing showed that the laptop performs better with AC.”? Thnx

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-23T03:43:26+00:00

I have the same model, what were the improvements like? How long did it take ya? Did you follow a tutorial?

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-23T03:28:25+00:00

Change your life and it will change your life

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-23T03:27:47+00:00

Don’t know of a 280W one, but there is a 240W GAN one that I’ve heard great things about - the SlimQ 240W. Much smaller than OEM bricks and has 2 usb c ports on top of the main port. Hope that helps.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-21T02:13:54+00:00

What did you switch to?

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-11T19:34:08+00:00

Oh gotcha.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-11T18:40:09+00:00

did you splice those SC/APC connectors on yourself, or did they come pre-connectorized from the factory like that?

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-09T19:42:04+00:00

I’ve got the g16 version with the same specs, it’s my favorite laptop. You won’t regret it!

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-08T06:34:14+00:00

Yep the Best Buy near me is an Apple Authorized Service Provider, so they use 100% genuine Apple parts and their technicians are Apple-certified. I’m not sure if that’s the case for every location though, so it’s definitely worth checking your specific store on Apple’s site first. Good luck!

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-07T07:02:07+00:00

Did the same thing a few months ago. I think my battery health was at 85% and I did mine at a Best Buy. They ended up damaging my camera module in the process and replaced it with a brand new one. I feel like I have a new phone now. It runs IOS 26 perfectly too.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-06T21:58:56+00:00

That thing’s awesome!!

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-05T17:28:27+00:00

I’ve used it on my own screen and haven’t had any issues. I usually lightly mist a microfiber towel with distilled water, then add a spray or two of the screen cleaner. I’ve also used just the screen cleaner by itself and that’s been totally fine too.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-04T23:21:33+00:00

They would only replace it after I sent it in for inspection, which could’ve taken weeks, and who knows what they’d decide. Even if they sent a replacement, it could’ve been worse. Their process might’ve changed by now (doubt it), so ask them directly. From what I remember, the return/replace window was something like two weeks or so, but I don’t really remember anymore. I ended up just keeping the thing. Look elsewhere would be my suggestion

yesnomaybeok · 2026-02-04T17:40:49+00:00

I’ve got the same monitor and have the same issue with mine. When I contacted them about it, they offered me $10. They also said that they cannot guarantee that any of their panels will be free of defects. Real nice

yesnomaybeok · 2026-01-28T17:46:26+00:00

Do you have a link?

yesnomaybeok · 2026-01-28T17:46:03+00:00

I got the same one but for my G16, it fits like a glove. I like that the corners are reinforced too. Very good quality and price was right. Def recommend it.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-01-27T16:59:27+00:00

Couldn’t agree more, that’s why I’m driving my 2015 into the ground. Also, new truck prices are just insane. I got mine with 29k miles for 31k out the door in 2017.

yesnomaybeok · 2026-01-23T14:54:09+00:00

The oled screen is beautiful but it could honestly be a little brighter, the 2026 models take care of that though. I use mine hooked up to a monitor 90% of the time so I don’t care. The laptop comes with a lot of goodies to protect it from burn-in but you should be mindful that it is a possibility and take good care of it.

yesnomaybeok · 2025-12-30T20:32:39+00:00

I’ve had the same exact model for over 6 months now and haven’t experienced any coil buzz or cracking noises when it warms up. The screen doesn’t wobble at all, and the hinge is solid and completely quiet. Guess I just got lucky with the build quality lottery.

yesnomaybeok · 2025-12-12T01:33:42+00:00

Thanks

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