Without disclosing they were journalists, CBC producers reached out to both sellers about the issues Sebastian found in the phones. ![]() " clear violation of promises that were made in the narrative that Best Buy claims to be a representation of the service that we're dealing with," he said. Sebastian said all four smartphones worked. "I don't think that they had a proper cosmetic grading done before they were put up for sale," said Sebastian. The J3 Prime had "deep scratches" on the backplate, while the iPhone XR had "significant scratches" on the front screen, according to Sebastian's report. Two smartphones - an Apple iPhone XR and a Samsung Galaxy J3 Prime - both had notable cosmetic damage, said Sebastian. "Refurbished would certainly mean that they're fully functional and they're in a very high cosmetic grading."Īn iPhone XR purchased refurbished from Best Buy’s Marketplace had significant scratches on the front screen, according to Alex Sebastian of tech company Orchard. "Refurbished is language that's thrown around a lot, and depending when you're buying it's going to mean something different," said Sebastian, whose company also sells on Best Buy's Marketplace. ![]() He said that two phones and two tablets did not meet his company's standards for refurbished devices. All listings stated the devices were refurbished.Īlex Sebastian, co-founder of the Toronto-based refurbishing company Orchard, analyzed the tablets and smartphones. Marketplace purchased four tablets, four smartphones and four laptops from Best Buy's third-party sellers. When she took it in to be repaired, an Apple authorized service provider said the phone was actually supposed to have been destroyed because of a previous defect. In one case, a customer received an iPhone that developed a battery issue within a few months. Marketplace heard stories from viewers about products they purchased from Best Buy's third-party sellers, including smartphones having audio issues and faulty fingerprint scanners. ![]() On the other hand, however, there are also a number of risks because these are devices that might have had previous issues that may or may not have been addressed." 4 tablets, 4 smartphones, 4 laptops tested "Refurbished products have a better price-value relation. "Consumers should absolutely be critical," said Giesler. Part of the issue, says Giesler, is that there is no standard definition for what a "Grade A" product, or even a "refurbished" product, is. It's a claim that Giesler finds problematic. Markus Giesler, an associate professor at York University, told CBC the lack of standardization around the definition of ‘refurbished’ means customers don’t always know what they are purchasing.
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The Central Winger came about when I first saw Angel Di Maria play central midfield for Real Madrid in their 4-3-3. In an attempt to avoid horrific Back 3 spreading that I’d seen on FM14, I decided not to ask the team to ‘play wider’, condensing the diamond midfield in the centre, meaning that the Central Winger didn’t have the space he needed, and therefore was largely useless.īefore I go into the Central Winger for FM15, I’d like to sum up how I developed the role last year, and exactly what it is, for those that didn’t see the FM14 article. ![]() In the end, I figured out that the CW’s ineffectiveness was as a result of two things, both my fault in a way. Januzaj ended up being far better in the CW role, but on the whole, I didn’t see many of the movements I saw on FM14, and I worried that my favourite role was going to be largely useless on FM15. I’ve always said that Angel Di Maria was the archetypal Central Winger, and to my surprise, well, it didn’t work very well. I developed a 3-6-1 on the BETA with Manchester United, with Angel Di Maria as the CW. Secondly, I’ve actually had some problems using the Central Winger on FM15. Firstly, I’ve wanted to make sure I get this right after the success of the FM14 article, and have all the material needed to show why the Central Winger is such a fantastic role. Apologies to everyone for the wait for this article, but there’s been a few reasons why it’s taken me until December to write this. Lastly, you can also always start a new winnable or random game at any time. You can use our hint button to help you identify which cards to move or our undo button to try different moves. Only Kings can be moved to an empty tableau column which can help free up cards. Look to clear a tableau column when you have a King available.If you're stuck, see if pulling down a card from the foundation lets you make another move on the tableau. For example, you may find that the first card from the stock pile can create a sequence, which can then help reveal another card. However, you should consider the first card in the stock pile as part of your option set to make your initial moves. You want to make as many moves as possible within the tableau to start the game. Turn over the first card from the stock pile when starting.It's important to focus on revealing these cards first if possible, as the shorter tableau columns have fewer cards and therefore are easier to surface. Many of these cards may be important to sequence and solve the game. The last two columns in the tableau have 11 cards unrevealed. Try to reveal cards in the larger tableau columns first.For example, if an Ace of Spades is placed on a foundation pile, the only card that can go on top is a 2 of Spades, and then a 3 of Spades, until the full stack through King of Spades is built. The foundation piles must be started with an Ace first and then built using the same suit. Moving cards to the foundation: Move cards to the foundation when available.Moving tableau cards from column to column: Individual or stacks of sequenced cards in the tableau can be moved on top of a card of the opposite color and higher rank.You can move the top card of the waste card to the tableau if it is an allowed move: either one rank down and of opposite suit, or a King to an empty column. Moving cards from waste to tableau: Cards are move 3 at a time from the stock pile into the waste pile.When the stock runs out, you can click and refill the stock pile again from the waste cards. Moving cards from the stock pile to the waste: You can move cards from stock to the waste pile.If a column is empty, no cards can be placed there other than a King. Only Kings can move into empty columns.For example, a Queen of Spades can be played on a King of Hearts or Diamonds, but not on a King of Clubs or any card that has a lower ranking. A card can be moved on top of another card if they are of the opposite color and one rank lower.Reveal them by moving face-up cards above them to other tableau areas. Cards that are face down are unavailable to move. Successfully placing all 52 cards in the foundation win the game. ![]() ![]() Foundation: These are 4 piles where you aim to move playable cards in order from Ace to King by suit.Once all cards are turned over, the remaining cards in the waste pile that haven't been moved to either the tableau or foundation can be redrawn from the stock pile in the same order. The top card of the waste pile can be played into the foundation or tableau if allowed. Waste pile: If cards from the stock pile are not used, they are placed into a waste pile.Stock pile: The remaining cards, or 24 in total, go here and are then dealt into the waste pile 3 at a time.Each card starts face down, except the last card in each column, which is face up. Tableau: This area consists of seven columns of 28 cards, with the first column containing one card and each subsequent column containing one additional card.There are four main areas in a game of solitaire: Stack cards of opposite colors in descending order to help arrange the tableau and flip over face-down cards. Arrange all of the cards into four foundation piles, one for each suit, ascending from Ace to King. ![]() Simply quote “Thenomad360” or let them know you found them from this article to enjoy the discount.ĥ) SkyWatches Located in: 1 Park Rd, #03-62/63 People’s Park Complex, Singapore 059108 Global Watch Service Centre Singapore would also like to offer our readers a $20 off for complete watch servicing. ![]() ![]() To find out more you can visit them here. Similarly to Bonfield, they provide consignment of your watches and will post it on their social media pages. Perhaps one of their niche is the ability to service complications as they have serviced a number of Patek Philippes before, Speedmasters are also known for their complicated movements and the pains of servicing them, don’t worry, they’ve got it all covered too. If bringing back to the Authorised Dealer for repair service isn’t your thing, you can visit Global Watch Service Centre Singapore, they are a Swiss and Rolex certified service centre with in-house Swiss trained technicians that has over 18 years of experience working for Swiss watch companies. As some of the vintage parts are not available in the market anymore, Bonfield will personally manufacture those parts for you.įor the aficionados that do not prefer polishing your vintage watch, do let them know as polishing services will be included too! Check them out here.Ĥ) Global Watch Service Singapore Located in: Blk 333 #02-18, Kreta Ayer Rd, 080333įor all the luxury Swiss collectors, especially Rolexes, fret not there’s a place for your valuable timepiece as well. If you have a few vintage pieces that you’re looking to restore you can consider entrusting them to Bonfield. They provide a wide range of services from repair and restoration of your watches to authentication and appraisal.Įquipped with the finest Swiss equipment, they are able to service your watch from movement maintenance, case and bracelet refurbishing, reassembling of the movement, calibration and timekeeping, pressure testing and lastly the final inspection. The 3rd place on our list is Bonfield Singapore. They also offer a number of accessories such as watch straps, watch winders, and Omega dial (yes not kidding) and a few pre-owned watches as well, you can check them out on their website here.ģ) Bonfield Singapore Located in: 48 Tanglin Halt Rd, Singapore 142048 Like K2, they are able to provide you with a full repair service for your mechanical watches but in any case you’re into clocks as well, you can consider the job done too. But what makes them interesting is the watch and clock repair services they provide. Watch It! was established in 2001 and they are a retailer of different brands like Seiko, Casio and even some watch straps. He offers a variety of Seikos for sale too and you are able to provide him with your watch parts if you’re keen to do some modifications as well! The amiable Mr GohĢ) Watch It! Pte Ltd Located in: 163 Tanglin Rd, Tanglin Mall, #02-29 Though he repairs all kinds of different watches, he specialises in Seikos. He has serviced over 15,000 watches and gained the trust of many as the grapevine spreads online, clearly, you can be at peace when you hand over your watches to him. The shop is run by Mr Goh and it has been this way since 1982. Go and do a quick search about watch repairs in Singapore and chances are you’ll see people in forums and blogs talking about this shop. This quaint little shop hidden in Tanjong Katong Complex has tremendous blazing reviews on the internet. The first one in our list is none other than K2 Watch Co. We’ve figured this problem out as we are watch collectors ourselves so in this article, we’ll introduce you the top 5 places to visit when your precious timepiece calls for help.ġ) K2 Watch Co Located in: 845 Geylang Rd, #03-K1, Singapore 400845 Especially when your collection grows in size, not being able to give each piece the love and attention it deserves is inevitable. ![]() For the aficionados out there, we have all faced some problems throughout our watch collecting journey and faulty watches is certainly one of them. ![]() Out more than the engraved fake, on the right. Also, the seller included authentic MB ink with the purchase to add legitimacy to the product.Ībove is the fake note the lack of threads - the converter doesn't screw in.Ībove is the authentic note the threads for the converter to attach properly.Ībove, the left pen is authentic, and the nib is much shinier. ![]() The fake also came in an authentic Chopin box, complete with unopened CD and instructions (no typos). The converters are identical, and the fake has an authentic MB converter. ![]() Note that the platinum trim isn't as thick on the authentic Chopin. However, I bought an authentic Chopin from a B&M store, so I was able to take some comparison shots for future reference.ĮDIT: Serial numbers removed to protect mine from forgery!Ībove, the top pen is an authentic Chopin (from B&M store), and the bottom is a nearly perfect fake.Ībove, the left pen is the fake and the right is authentic. I was able to return the fake Chopin to the seller for a full refund through eBay protection. I guess I'll stick to buying from FPN when the pen I want shows up. I do a lot of research before I bid on Ebay, but this is getting ridiculous. So the question is whether the replica makers are getting to the point where they replicate the same everything, including the same fonts used on the serial number. The seller advertised that it was a perfect replica, same weight. I had a look at a replica from a spam email I received and it was exactly the same as this pen. Now I'm worried because knock offs are now coming with serial numbers, and the quality is getting pretty good. I bought a Meisterstuck Platinum Plated Facet ballpoint at this auction: So watchfor atleast the above two serial numbers. ![]() The fakes were extremely well made, the converters were the obvious indicators. They are still available on the seller's page so they haven't been sold yet.A dealer showed me a large stock of fake Solitaires and resin Meisterstucks.Īll the solitaires in diffferent patterns had the following serial number on the clip: PDL6676L9Īll the resin Meisterstucks had the following serial number: EN1340225 Has anyone else ever experienced this and found a way to resolve it? I've given up now and with lots of remorse removed the articles from my cart. eBay's support said that this error message cannot be circumvented by paypal itself either, so it's no use to contact them about it. I've tried a different browser, the phone app, my partner's paypal account, my partner's credit card, buying the articles via ebay.at and .uk - nothing works. In a nutshell, Customer support has no idea why it doesn't work, and the only advice they had was to tell me to contact the seller directly, ask for their paypal, and then do a paypal transaction directly from paypal. Contact PayPal customer service to resolve this issue." Here are your options: Select a different payment option. I had two others available (direct transfer and CC), but neither of these work, I always get "Sorry, this payment option isn't available. When I went to checkout and picked PayPal like always, it returned an error and told me to use a different method. On Monday evening, I tried to buy two ponies from an US seller via "Buy it now". I've just been on a half an hour phone call with eBay's customer support without avail, so I am asking here, maybe someone has an idea: ![]() For info on how toĭo this open the script in a Script Editor of your choice. Modify to your needs in order to launch a different AudioSuite plug-in. There is also an editable script template available which you can In but also process the selected audio clip and close the AudioSuite window when the The scripts for “Duplicate”, “Invert”, “Normalize” and “Reverse” don’t just open the plug. Launch Reverse - Process & Close in Pro Tools Launch Normalize - Process & Close in Pro Tools Launch Invert - Process & Close in Pro Tools Launch Duplicate - Process & Close in Pro Tools The functionality of most scripts is self-explanatory, however here is a brief descriptionĪ set of scripts that launch AudioSuite plug-ins. Users of FastScripts open its Preferences/Script Shortcuts section and They can be found in the Extras folder of the Disk Image from where they can be Macros for all scripts are included and ready to be used with Keyboard Maestro, Everything is achieved with GUI scripting.Īll scripts get installed in ~/Library/Scripts/Applications/Pro Tools and can be executedįrom applications like FastScripts () or Keyboard Maestro (). This is a collection of run-only AppleScripts I accumulated over the years in order Please read the Installer Read Me or refer to the “Security & Privacy settings toīe made.pdf” which comes with the Disk Image. There are a few security settings to make in OS X Yosemite, Mavericks and Mountain Lion. Settings to make before you can use the scripts OS X 10.8.4 or higher, Pro Tools 11.1 or higher While I was at it I overhauled a few of my other scripts, made them general-purpose compatible and created a package. The latest version didn't work as expectedĭue to a bug in Automator so I decided to share the AppleScript bundle instead. kext), that helped me get my get my 828X up and running when I couldn't succeed with my 828Mk3.In another thread () I shared an Automator Service which creates a Track Preset in PT 11. It was your input, and many others here in this forum (along with MOTU's tech article on the security settings for the. Your insight is always valuable, thanks for answering. Many interface makers saw their lines bricked until MacOS 10.14.3 fixed the issue for everyone-except MOTU who never had a problem.Īnyway, MOTUFireWireAudio.kext 1.6 89555 has been around since 2019. There was one time where we had to wait about a month for USB devices to be recognized.Īfter the Mojave release, MOTU was one of the few companies whose units did work properly. Unlike some companies, MOTU jumps on driver updates ASAP after the next MacOS is released. MOTU is adamant that they never support nor comment on MacOS beta. It's just as likely that everything will work. We've seen this a few times over the years. With MOTU, it's possible that many of the current drivers will not work over Sonoma. I would happily keep using my good old UL mk3 that I purchased in june 2009. ![]() I have no possibility to test OS betas but maybe someone here has already done that. I am wondering if Apple is going to pull the plug in Sonoma or does MOTUFireWireAudio.kext keep working. In some rare cases when I need to restart my Mac I get an alert that the kext is deprecated. ![]() This driver is Apple Silicon native and works perfectly with my 2021 16-inch Macbook Pro and MacOS 13.5. I have an old Ultralite mk3 Firewire-only interface that keeps working (one has to search and install UltraLite mk3 HYBRID installer, FW-only also works with that installer) with Motu Audio Installer ver. Nevertheless, all these years the extension keeps working and thus old Motu interfaces as well. Just curious, if anyone here has tested Sonoma beta 4 with MOTUFireWireAudio.kext kernel extension?įor years already some of us have been getting alerts that this type of kext is being deprecated. ![]() Free Shipping over 99 Lifetime Replacement Program 31. ![]() Some people say to remove the air box but I didn't and I managed fine, it's a bit tight but doable. See how to replace the timing chain and guides on MINI Turbocharged engines. The hardest part I found was removing the piping that is in the way of the tensioner. I narrowed it down to either the chain rattling or the drive belt/pulleys rattling/chugging. Some people believe that improper management of oil levels is the cause of timing chain. ![]() This includes an oil service to take care of the guides and chain. Hey guys, so recently bought a 2011 Cooper S and Ive been battling an odd sound coming from the engine bay. I recently checked the cost of having Lohen Mini, a reputable specialist, replace my timing chain, and their price comes to approximately £670, VAT included (classified as ‘Option 2’). I took some photos of the process to hopefully help anyone out that is thinking if doing it. R56 Cooper S 2011 Timing Chain Tensioner Replacement Walkthrough. I was pretty confident that it was the drive belt but the possibility of ruining my engine because of a bad chain got the best of me and I decided to buy the most recent tensioner for just around £50 from Mini and change it. I've seen some videos of a similar sound that turned out be the drive belt falling apart and was misdiagnosed as the chain. 100K miles at least especially as MINI does not include timing chain replacement on its regular maintenance schedule that I know of. engine) for what is reasonably expected of a vehicles life span. I narrowed it down to either the chain rattling or the drive belt/pulleys rattling/chugging. Even out of warranty you have recourse for a failure of a major component (i.e. Hey guys, so recently bought a 2011 Cooper S and I've been battling an odd sound coming from the engine bay. ![]() Marion is Indiana Jones most iconic love interest, though their courtship is toxic at best. In James Mangold ’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Indy (Harrison Ford) and Marion begin their final chapter on their own, as Marion had recently filed a separation agreement. Shes certainly a match for Jones, able to keep up with his adventures and his hectic life. ![]() This movie notably introduced Indiana Jones’ son, Mutt, and reintroduced Indy s now-wife Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen), who was. Shes appeared frequently throughout the franchises long run, coming and going throughout Indys life. After a 15-year-long hiatus, the Indiana Jones franchise returned to the big screen in June 2023, which acted as a follow-up of Steven Spielberg ’s 2008 movie Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. It's the mileage.' That may have been true when Harrison Ford 's Indiana Jones first uttered those words to Karen Allen 's Marion Ravenwood in Raiders of the Lost Ark, but the sentiment resonates. But it's pretty crazy, I watch tons of random old films from the 40s & 50s on TCM, at least half of the romance stories center around a woman in her late teens or early 20s being pursued by a man in his 40s. Marion Ravenwood is hardly an Indiana Jones newcomer. I view their approach as being like, "isn't it weird that this used happened in the first half of the 20th century & no one talks about it?" It wasn't a topic in the 70s & 80s like it is today, probably because that baby boomer generation came from a generation where girls often married men so no one thought much about it. A movie scene from Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981): Indiana Jones meets Marion Ravenwood in her bar.Hello, dear subscribers and visitors of the channelI am f. A problem with modern internet discourse is that the issue of consent is so weaponized, to even acknowledge past trends is seen as some kind of tacit endorsement. Something made it inevitable. I always knew some day you'd come walking back through my door. Indy being ogled by his female students is another example, which also happens in a more direct way with a teacher in American Graffiti. Bartender 1 Nightclub owner 3 Journalist 4 Public relations agent 4 Allegiance (s) Abner Ravenwood Indiana Jones Mutt Williams Harold Oxley Colin Williams 'Indiana Jones. I think Lucas has always had a fascination with power dynamics from an anthropological point of view, be it political or romantic relationships. MOVIE TITLE: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. ![]() You needed skills to fly the glider in good thermals and keep it open, as a newbie with 40 hrs I had to play catch up.fast! It was dangerous because of how it performed in the dhv test and got a 1-2 rating, But in the real world it really needed a more experienced pilot dangling beneath it to stop it relying on its certification. Next to the gliders some of you paragliding veterans have flown no doubt it was a peach, but i feel it was dangerous. It was very soft in the leading edge! Even after 2 sivs on it back to back, I still didnt trust it. It had pretty much recovered when I hit the hill. Not forgetting one special moment on the blorenge (post cp 60 hours) it front tucked, it required me to apply direct input to help peel the tips back and quicken its recovery and make it glider shaped again. I experienced a few front tucks at low altitude. Scratching on the busy south downs getting waked, was not pleasent. Going from the bollero to the sport wasnt a step up, it was a jump, yet it was sold to me as a good 1/2 and second glider. This doesnt make for an enjoyable and relaxing time. The Sport however was the type of drinking partner you had to watch continually because at the first hint of trouble, it could probably kick off! If you liken wings to drinking partners, the bollero would take you out, get you nicely P***ed up and tuck you up in bed all safe and sound at the end of the night. Posted: Fri 3:16 UTC Post subject: RE: Certified but, Dangerous gliders list View All Topics :: Paragliding Forum - Forum Index -> General Discussion ![]() Certified but, Dangerous gliders list ( Best Posts ) When a solid is heated, its particles get more kinetic energy and, as a result, they start moving rapidly. Water changes into ice with decrease in temperature. Vapor changes into water with decrease in temperature. Reverse of above changes happens when temperature decreases. Water changes into vapor with increase in temperature. ![]() Ice changes into water with increase in temperature.
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