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Davdi · 2024-06-03T06:23:45-0400

Years ago my Aunt had a Siamese cat that would curl itself over my shoulders and go to sleep.

Davdi · 2024-06-03T06:15:27-0400

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Davdi · 2024-06-03T06:15:12-0400

Chariot - Gavin DeGraw

Davdi · 2024-06-03T06:13:30-0400

Ode To Billy Joe - Bobby Gentry

Davdi · 2024-06-03T06:11:39-0400

PacificaBren · 2024-06-03T03:57:39-0400

I bought a "renewed" one off Amazon for a dear friend when her phone died, and the first one they sent seemed to have a battery that was nearing the end of its life, so we exchanged it, and the replacement is working just fine.

I know the S21 FE is kinda old, but it's just such a darned good deal on Amazon right now; they're about $200 to $225 dollars for "renewed" ones.

Heck, a brand new, unopened one is under $380.

I'm seriously tempted to get one for myself, 'cause the app I use for my Dexcom G7 CGM will soon lose support for any Android version older than Android 12.

Regarding that Dexcom app, it requires me to give it permission to circumvent battery saving settings so it can constantly monitor my blood glucose in real time. So maybe I should spring for a brand new phone, and not a refurb, in order to maximize battery life?

I dunno. What's your opinion of the S21 FE? Would you buy one in 2024? That $200 to $225 price is pretty hard to resist.

rootabaga · 2024-06-03T03:19:08-0400

How about a video joke…with a great reaction?

olbriar · 2024-06-02T22:50:46-0400

AugieTN · 2024-06-02T22:46:55-0400

Savannah Cat Goes All The Way Around On Cat Wheel GIF by ViralHog

olbriar · 2024-06-02T22:46:23-0400

olbriar · 2024-06-02T22:37:30-0400

AugieTN said:
Where are the tubes made?

The tubes are near impossible to find local so they were ordered from Amazon. The two that I had (one installed and one with a hole) were Kenda brand made in China. The brand I just ordered are Mongoose brand. I did a google search to see where they were made and found no quick answer beyond most tubes are made by Kenda, Innova, or Cheng Shin Tire Co.

olbriar · 2024-06-02T22:27:48-0400

Speaking of meat in the hot box, I used my new hot box for the first time today. I discovered something new to me about the cooler. It is a three part box. It has a bottom section, then a ring that extends the height of the box by three or four inches, then the lid. If you want the box shorter, simply remove the ring/extension section. I left the ring on today and used a packing quilt to help pack the area inside and prevent the hot wrapped shoulder from melting the styrofoam. It worked well but I've never seen such a cooler.

olbriar · 2024-06-02T22:05:30-0400

Rain was in the forecast for today but it never materialized. It was cloudy all morning and into the afternoon. It then cleared off and was pretty windy. Temps got into the low 80s and was a pretty nice day for the most part. The forecasted rain has been moved to tomorrow.

LG · 2024-06-02T21:02:46-0400

In the second episode of the ‘Customers at Heart’ series, we arrive in Egypt to see how the LG team here are introducing customized solutions that seek to improve the entire customer experience.

In Egypt, a country where 72 percent of its 111 million population are internet users according to Statista, the popularity of online shopping is significant. Recognizing this, LG Egypt has taken an extra step to understand and analyze the needs of local customers, aiming to elevate their online shopping experience. Customer needs in Egypt, related to LG’s Online Brand Shop (OBS), both in the digital and physical space, were identified and categorized into three main areas: simplified access to information on store locations or LG appliances; an expanded range of payment options for OBS purchases; and increased flexibility in scheduling for delivery, installation and repairs.

The subsidiary took into account local customer data, even analyzing numerous customer call records and Voice of the Customer (VoC) data to better comprehend their preferences. For example, they observed that over 70 percent of Egyptians use WhatsApp, the messaging service. However, as the country is in the nascent stages of digital finance, many consumers still prefer cash payments. Thus, LG Egypt aimed to provide a wider range of payment options and unique benefits to attract people to the OBS.

Incorporating various data, the company enhanced its messaging features and created an All-in-One chatbot service through WhatsApp. With this service, customers can now choose their nearest store and, by clicking ‘Connect to Promoter’ and selecting text or video chat, they can connect with a knowledgeable sales representative.

LG Egypt also broadened its payment system by offering a method to pay for online purchases in cash upon delivery or in installments. They also improved purchasing benefits, such as member discounts and cleaning service coupons valid for a year from the purchase date.

The company also streamlined the delivery and installation process, allowing both to occur on the customer’s chosen date. This eliminates the need for customers to contact the call center separately for installation, saving them valuable time.

And to ensure customers receive the maximum benefit from their products, LG enhanced its after-sales service by scheduling service technician visits at times convenient for the customers and ensuring issues are resolved in a single visit – eliminating the need for lengthy waits for repairs. To cater to all customer needs, the Egyptian branch introduced ‘same day contact,’ a service that ensures technicians call customers on the same date of order request receipt; ‘Evening Care+’ for customers unavailable during regular office hours; and ‘On time – One Time’, which provides repair reception and processing during evening hours (17:30 – 20:30). The company also streamlined returns through its ‘Instant Exchange Process,’ handing customers the ability to effortlessly request returns or replacements by taking photos.

These innovative changes to the customer experience have been praised by customers nationwide. Its chatbot and location-based features have played a big part in boosting customer satisfaction, and the numbers back this up. Last year, OBS sales increased 169 percent compared to the previous year while registered OBS members went up 79 percent. After witnessing these results, LG Egypt committed itself to further diversifying its customer care program and increasing the All-in-One chatbot’s applicability to provide the ultimate differentiated experience to LG Brand Shop visitors. The company also plans to expand their dedicated service infrastructure to around 90 percent, ensuring that customers associate LG services with ‘On Time – One Time.’

Stay tuned for the next episode of ‘Customers at Heart,’ where we’ll be heading to another global LG office to learn how they’re thinking out of the box to enhance the customer experience.

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Source: LG

olbriar · 2024-06-02T19:49:02-0400

I rode for a while this afternoon then came home and put dinner together. It was windy after dinner but I went riding again anyway. It was in the low 80s and full sunshine but a brutal South wind. I saw a kid on a skateboard and a woman walking her dog and that was it. It wasn't that bad with the E-bike. The second time I rode into the wind I upped the assist one level which eliminated the wind. I rode 42 miles and had a great time as per usual.

olbriar · 2024-06-02T19:41:59-0400

Pulled pork sandwich and creamed cucumbers.

sachertorte · 2024-06-02T18:26:50-0400

This morning when I started to use my Z Fold 4, it failed. I am using it right now, but in cripple mode. When I unfolded the phone (while the cover screen was active), the phone inner screen started to display, but the display and phone shut off. It took a while, but I eventually figured I could start and run the phone as long as I kept it folded. If you unfolded it, the screen flashed on, then off and the phone died. Buttons on the right side of the phone (when the phone is open) do not function. It appears that connectivity on the phone is an issue when the hinge is in certain positions. I am charging up a new Z Fold 5 right now.

Danny

olbriar · 2024-06-02T17:17:43-0400

I hate that for your truck but it sounds like it worked out well. I hope the Audi serves your son well.

olbriar · 2024-06-02T17:15:51-0400

You let us squeak out a win in the 9th and I thank you Bear. We were staring down our first 4 game losing streak as well as being swept for the first time this year. The W at home was pretty darn important to the team moral. Thanks!

The_Chief · 2024-06-02T16:59:30-0400

We didn't wear helmets riding our bikes all day... but only because there were no bike helmets back then! If we got hurt, it was probably due to our own stupidity... which is an excellent teacher.

Clementine_3 · 2024-06-02T11:06:54-0400

Macnerd said:
I wouldn't be surprised if Verizon charges me $35 just to transfer the SIM card from the Samsung to the Pixel.

They shouldn't. I've never been charged and I've done it often. I have a family plan with a number of lines so they are changed a lot.

PitCarver · 2024-06-02T02:30:30-0400

I just got it last week, Chief.
I've Googled the problem and have seen it discussed with other Samsung devices.

Trouble is the options given were for older versions of Android and the settings to resolve it have changed.

James_Watson · 2024-06-02T01:25:08-0400

NewbAndroidUser said:
Thanks to everyone for replying!

I'm looking for some software to open these .DB

I've never tried using a Firefox extension in this way. Do you have much experience with it?

If that doesn't work then my last hope is to buy a new Huawei smartphone?

Yes, I used this Firefox add-on in order to edit a SQLite db for my app development several years ago.
Check the web page of mozilla as below for detailed information about this extension.

SQLite Manager – Get this Extension for Firefox (en-US)

Download SQLite Manager for Firefox. manage, edit, manipulate, plot and save one or multiple SQLite databases simultaneously

addons.mozilla.org

AugieTN · Saturday at 8:55 PM

I think everything is hackable

Screenshot 2024-06-01 at 19-52-36 Hackers Targeting 1 500 Banks and Their Customers in Push To...png

The_Chief · Saturday at 2:30 PM

And she thought it was a love song for HER...

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