The generator is for unexpected power loss, price doesn't really matter.

The point of a backup generator is to have it ready to go. If you don't have it fueled along with a little extra in a container, you're doing it wrong.

Again, you're missing the point of having a generator. It's like saying why have a battery backup power supply if you need to charge it up after power loss. The point is to plan ahead. Both are good plans - gas + battery - depending on the risk of your location. For me, my generator also runs on the same propane tanks as my BBQ. That's even better because I keep one full tank and whatever is left on the BBQ. Plus, the fuel doesn't spoil. The important part is to - (1) have some fuel, (2) run the generator every 2 months, (3) test it out - plug in the refrigerators and other heavy appliances for 30 minutes to ensure it's all working.

I was thinking this will revolutionize cocktails.

Skipping the mod points to specifically agree. The time switch has always been a minor thing to me. It's effectively crossing *one* time zone. In fact the PDT to PST switch coming gives an extra hour. It was never a problem with the kids. The pets required an extra few days to the accustomed feeding schedules.

Also, why is it called "permanent daylight saving (no 's') time"? If we did go the daylight route why not just say California is on Mountain Time, same as Arizona who sticks with standard time. If we did go to a single time zone, standard has already been tested to work in a couple of states and D has failed in this article and in the US decades ago.

As far as the lost evenings, why? What are you doing that insists on having daylight? True for golf. Pickleball, swimming, running? Outdoor lighting works just fine.

I'd be curious for some concrete examples of that. In my mixed political area of 1m+ population, there's one local AM that definitely leans conservative. I know there's a Catholic station. The bulk is Spanish music and religious, Punjabi (no idea of type), an oldies station, 2 sports related ESPN and Fox, one plays some local sports.

If AM is going to be forced on all car manufacturers for "safety" reasons, there should be some requirements of 1 or more stations that own a public safety responsibility though I'd be unsure how well that could be managed. Honestly I wonder if a satellite requirement would be better if this was actually a serious subject (it isn't).

There is just so much easily accessible information and streaming without AM. Disclaimer: I am Gen X and miss when radio, especially FM was actually entertaining and informative.

I shall forfeit a mod in this post to respond as an owner of Meta Ray Ban glasses. I never thought much about them nor cared to spend the money on them, but I like tech gadgets if the cost is reasonable which these glasses didn't qualify. That was until I had to liquidate about $1200 in accrued limited FSA funds in 2 weeks due to a voluntary separation. Now the clock was ticking for either vision or dental. Didn't need dental so I had to blow money on glasses which I already had the 2 pairs I needed. Enter the Meta glasses. I went all in on the Ray Ban with tint and progressive lenses for about $700. I tested them out first at Lens Crafters. The lenses are fantastic, clear, progressive measures are the best I've experienced.

The camera feature was a novelty. There are other features. Which? The audio that plays through bone induction and a good mic. 3 months in, they are great for when I want the features. I wear them outside and listen to my podcasts doing yard work. I wear them to the grocery store for same reason - keep me company. I've taken phone calls using them, work great. For awhile I'd forget there was a camera and would pull my phone out for random photos (e.g., shopping or whatever). I'm remembering now.

Do I use them to perv on women? Of course not, and even if I did, I'm not sure how that can be done without being caught. You still have to stare at the object. I guess I'm not trying hard enough.

They do look a little goofy still with the thick frames.

I am revisiting the series Silicon Valley before I go to bed right now. That is such a Gilfoyle comment.

Is BYD and its ilk from China the only quality cars available on the planet and we are being prevented from that?

I can buy Ford, GM, Tesla, Stellantis (LOL), Toyota, Audi, Porsche, Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Kia, Hyuandai, Mercedes, Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Land Rover. I'll stop there.

This is about China. Is it the right way to handle the issue? I'm not so sure. There should be reciprocity in how much the government gets to be involved in being in the market. Whatever China requires to be reported or involved in our products, we should exact the same standard.

God bless Slashdot for not letting those dirty AI LLMs wrestle their way into this pristine cathedral of tech and individuality.

I do the same. It isn't a critical health device but I learn a lot about what makes the numbers move. OJ spikes it up. Oatmeal spikes but settles faster. Peanut butter or almonds and cashews will mute the spikes.

Does anybody read anything?

From the summary: "The free feature, part of Xfinity Shield, can send activity alerts through the Xfinity app and offers Home, Away, and nighttime monitoring modes"

From the link: "An opt-in feature of WiFi Shield, WiFi Motion is turned off by default. Use the Xfinity app to access the feature, toggle it on, and follow the setup process to configure your WiFi Motion coverage. Once activated, you can adjust settings, view activity, and access a feed of WiFi Motion events from the Xfinity app."

This place really has the Reddit stink lately.

So when will AI take over the world? One of the most recognizable names in tech history, still active. Does anyone who posted or at Slashdot review? Of course not. Could AI fix this problem? Probably so.

I believe that was MAGI. I was making right around that number and didn't have problem getting 7500 (fed), 2000 (state), 3000 (air quality district) as a rebate. It took my Model Y LR down to the mid 30k range.

Such a 2020+ type of paragraph.

I assume you are talking about the real, the OG Dick Pick. The brains behind the Pick database and OS, a visionary of databases ahead of his time.

Or was that just a crass joke?

One thing Roku has done well is make it easy and relatively cheap to get the device going as a streamer. As I went from real cable to streaming including YouTube TV, their devices were easiest to use especially on TVs that weren't "smart" (another topic altogether). In my case they are also good when helping elderly parents downsize and use more basic streaming for TV.

I have had a stick die. Those things get so hot. The streaming speakers are pretty good. Our guest room has the branded TV. For the price, I think $140 for a 40", it's been great, but yeah the prices are going up.

I did go Apple TV streaming device on the family room setup and it's really different and better quality.

At the new price increases, I probably would go quality on Apple next go around.