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With a basic smart phone, is there a point in subscribing to a 1080p HD plan (as compared to a 720p plan) for a streaming platform? [closed]
I know very little about technicalities of a video/display/resolution.
I own a not so expensive smart phone with 6.5" display & 720 x 1600 pixel display.
Would I benefit from choosing a 1080p ...
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Removing ballpoint ink signature from inside flap of hardback book
I have a 40 year old collectible hardback book in which a signature was made on the inside flap using blue ballpoint ink. I've done some research and come away with a couple of options, but hoping ...
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The pin in my fire extinguisher fell out. I have it, do I slip it back in. Is this dangerous? [closed]
The pin from fire extinguisher fell out. I have the pin. Can I slip it back in. Is this dangerous?
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Does something remove small oily stains from smooth painted wood surfaces?
Does something remove small oily stains from smooth painted wood surfaces?
These are so miniscule that they're only visible form a particular angle with a particular light.
They aren't coming off by ...
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How to avoid ice buildup in freezer?
The title says it all. The question is not how to get rid of ice in the freezer, but how to avoid ice building up in the first place.
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How to stop dog from peeing here/prevent stains
Sharing photos here.
One photo original
One photo showing where the dog pees on the ledge at entrance of the shower.
Issue: dog goes into shower to pee on pee pad, then also pees on the ledge causing ...
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Whiteboard marker stain cleanup from textbook
I accidently dropped white board marker on my textbook and unfortunately it landed on its tip. so now there is a big stain on the page. any ideas that how can i remove it. i tried eraser. actually ...
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Batterifying an alarm clock
I bought an alarm clock, like a Neanderthal, in order to get my phone out of my bedroom. I really like the one I got, but I didn't think battery backup was an essential feature when buying it. How ...
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How can I cheaply restore my waxed jacket?
My father-in-law gave me a Filson waxed jacket and one tin of wax that I ran out of (or misplaced) and the tin never really covered the whole jacket and now its out of stock on filson's website and 5x ...
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How to get a white border in frames?
I want to have an image with a white border, just like this:
I asked the seller, if the image comes with a white border.
He said, it does not have a white border.
The poster size is 45cm x 60cm. I ...
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What's the best hack to ripen avocados quickly?
Anything that has avocados in the recipe is ten times better in my opinion, in tacos, in salad, on toast, on soup, etc... but it's a tricky fruit. Often the grocery store only has tough, green ...
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Cleaning greasy valance
The valance sits above the drapes and has not been cleaned in 15 years. These have become quite greasy as shown in the picture. I cannot put them in the laundry as the fabric is stuck and stapled to ...
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How to type faster on a tablet computer?
I am fast at typing on keyboards and even phone screens but find it hard to keep pace on tablet computers. Could someone advice me for the same?
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How do I get this magnet from under my refrigerator
I dropped a magnet tonight and it fell in an enclosed space where can barely move it or slide it out from under my refrigerator. I've been trying to get it, but my hand is too big and it won't fit. ...
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Lenor scent boosters leaving white marks on clothes
Since I started using Lenor (blue) unstoppables in the wash, it’s leaving white spots on dark clothing which if I don’t spot it immediately & ‘rub’ means it needs washing again.
I’m following ...
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How to clean black canvas shoes?
I have black canvas shoes. Every time i wash them with soap, after drying they become grey. There are whitish patches on the shoes that i suspect to be soap residue. But no matter how much i rinse ...
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Poor straight razor shaving/sharpening experiences
I’ve used a Dovo Shavette successfully for many years without any problems, but the blades only last about three shaves and they’re weird to change, involving sliding out a plastic sleeve and clipping ...
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How to stop earbuds from getting stuck in ears?
I have this issue where when I wear earbuds that sometimes one gets stuck in my ears. It's always easy to remove using tweezers but is there anyway I can overcome this problem completely?
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Removing chewing gum from car Mat
Today someone stick chewing gum to the floor mat of my car. It look pretty badZ how can I remove it? I m trying to freeze it with ice packs and then remove it but it is not helping
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Is it ok to wash silk with baby wash and shampoo (instead of just baby shampoo)
I've always washed silk with baby shampoo, but it seems most brands are now wash and shampoo. Are these still ok to use for cleaning silk?
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What is the best way to store electronics (Raspberry, cables and co.)?
I have many wooden boxes in the basement and electronics packed in freezer bags. This is how I store a lot of cables and electronics. But I have trouble finding things again after some time. Is there ...
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Where can I get easily cut sheets of clear plastic to cover a hole from a sky light?
There is a sky light, where the old window under it must have broke and fell out. I want to cover the holes leading to it, less than 60 cm x 60 cm. Where can I get insulating clear sheets of plastic ...
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How to stay comfort in airport for a long connecting flight
I m travelling next week and the airport stay is 12 hours. I wanted to find out how can I make myself comfortable as I cannot leave airport because of visa.
What stuff should I carry for myself and ...
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What to do with water from dehumidifier?
I have a room that is too humid during the summer, so I run a dehumidifier basically constantly. If I don't, I start getting mold. This means that I have to empty the basin at least once a day. ...
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using rubbing alcohol or vinegar to clean microUSB port on cell phone
My question pertains to cleaning a MicroUSB port on a dumb cell phone. I know this question has been answered here, but I have a question that is not discussed in that previous answer.
My MIL died a ...
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How can I make my work from home table interesting and comfy
I'm looking for a change but don’t know what to change, deal? Chair or just both? I find myself pulling laptop and putting it on my knee and raising to eye level (see image below). Which is annoying ...
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How to make room bright with lights
The lights in my room is very dim,and also I think as per my eye condition I see a little less bright One of the reason is the installed light connection don't support much load and working from home, ...
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How can I clean my feet?
I have a bad habit of not cleaning my feet while having a shower. As a result layers of dirt and dead skin accumulates on my feet for months. My feet's skin color looks totally different than the rest ...
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How to restore transparency of scotch tape? Information is now hidden behind said tape
Is it possible to restore transparency of clear scotch tape?
I am trying to expense claim a taxi receipt which amount is behind said tape.
I recovered some print using Smartphone App
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How to remove washroom tile color from eyeglasses lens?
A number of months ago, my eyeglasses fell onto a washroom tile. Now, due to the impact, some tile color which is white got onto my eyeglasses on the right lens. Some of the color came off. However, I ...
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Old mini fridge used to store water starting to stink
I am using a mini fridge to keep waters in my garage/workshop handy. After a few weeks of doing this, I'm noticing a raunchy smell coming from the fridge and it's on the water bottles as well. Could ...
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How to stop reindeer skin from losing hair?
A few years back I bough a reindeer skin at a Christmas market. The first year or so it was perfectly fine to sit on, but later it started to lose hair at an alarming rate.
I can now not sit on it any ...
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House packing in Texas with no Air conditioner [duplicate]
I am trying to figure out the best way of keeping sweat out of my eyes. I'm spending more time wiping my face because my eyes are burning than getting anything actually packed.
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What do I do with a desk whose varnish has worn away, and doesn't allow my mouse to work smoothly?
I have an office desk that I've been using for years. The area where my computer mouse is used most seems to have become worn over the years, and so when the mouse moves over this area, the cursor ...
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Keep motion sensor on
Occasionally I need to work at a building with lights controlled by motion sensor. With the recent high energy prices, they have shortened the "lights on" period from 10 minutes to about 3 ...
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How to know right power adaptor from monitor label?
A friend gave me his monitor but forgot the power cable.
I want to buy the power wire but I don't know which one is the right adaptor and plug.
Is there a way to know this from the monitor labels (see ...
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I have an old Shepherd's lantern made of tin and painted glass. How can I polish/shine the tin?
The lantern is soldered together with lead so I don't believe that can be shined/polished. The tin is my concern and if neither can even be polished I suppose a metal paint can be applied but that's ...
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How to wash and dry oxford shirts?
I am a very frequent wearer of Oxford and madras mens' button-down shirts (particularly from J. Crew; admittedly not the highest quality anymore, but they're relatively affordable compared to other ...
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Are there any sure fire ways to soften up cotton?
Not having much luck with a few 100% cotton bandannas. I tried what online sources recommended such as baking soda and vinegar in various combinations of washing and also I dry them in a dryer to ...
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I cleaned scuffs off shiny finished leather shoes with the wrong kind of toothpaste
I cleaned scuff marks off my high shine finished leather shoes with gel toothpaste, and now those areas are faded and no longer shiny. How can I restore color to them without having to use a color ...
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How to tally numbers without a tally counter
While performing tasks I would like to tally up a large number while not having to remember it. However the total may reach up into the hundreds, and I only have ten fingers. Also I want to count ...
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Cleaning polished aluminum without scratching
I recently purchased a polished aluminum "boat" vase, intended as a centerpiece to hold cut flower heads. After a single use (hydrangeas), the aluminum is stained, and I cannot remove the ...
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Tiki Torch Fuel - removal of permeatting odor in interior car
Spilled 1/2 gallon of tiki torch fuel in back passenger floor. Soaked carpet and underlayment. Smell still identified on inside doors; ceiling; dashboard etc. What is the best way to dissiminate the ...
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How to plant sound in roof
So I have this somewhat peculiar problem where my upstairs neighbor creates a lot of noise.
It typically starts at 6am with something that sounds like someone moving all the furniture around. It ...
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Stop plastic tablecloth cover from slipping
I have a 100% cotton tablecloth that I use on a table with a microwave on it. Because of the chance of food spillage, I also put a 20-gauge plastic sheet on top.
When I press buttons on the microwave, ...
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How to prevent a yoga mat from skidding?
I have a yoga/exercise mat. But due to tiled flooring, it slips a lot and I find it difficult to do, say, jumping jacks on it.
Any ideas on how to make it stick to the floor?
I tried putting a rug ...
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Close expandable zip on luggage without pull tag
My expandable luggage zipper was ripped off on a trip.
The zipper is now permanently open, and I need to travel soon.
How can I close it without the zipper pull? Are there any hacks to do this?
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How to clean a roller contaminated with water-soluble paint if the waste water is not allowed in the sink?
I used to wash roller and brush in the sink, but then I moved elsewhere and realized that doing this I clog the system, because there is a sump with a pump in it that pushes sewage into a small, ...
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How to get rid of frequent nesting by pigeons?
I have a duct area adjacent to my bathroom window which is unapproachable - almost 2.5 meters down. Every month pigeons intrude into that space and lay eggs, and their shit generates a filthy smell. ...
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What Allan key do I use to loosen this 12.9 HDW nut?
This is a photo of the nut, it's a hexagonal nut and I have an Allan key set but don't know which one to use to loosen this.
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