So I was looking to upgrade the RAM in my desktop computers so my first move was to buy 16 GB of 3600 MHz DDR4 Ram to replace the 12 GB of 3200 MHz that was currently in there which I understand isnt a large upgrade but i was going to pass the 3200 on down to a PC that had 2400 and so on so I would ...
Mar 2nd, 2024 6:57 pm
I caught wind of a TV show on https://www.itv.com/ that I would like to watch. If I understand it right I can use my PIA VPN subscription to do this. Along with downloading the Apple PIA apps. It seems simple enough but we will likely have to do this through the spouses Apple stuff (Ipad & Apple...
Feb 20th, 2024 10:17 pm
I'm looking to buy the new M3 13" Macbook Air or the 14" M3 Macbook Pro with either the student discount + giftcards or the Costco discount. I think I'll like the better screen and maybe the ports and will be using it to learn a bit of video editing. I don't think weight is a big issue. Ho...
Feb 15th, 2024 3:55 am
I think they're both pretty good (open box) units. a) Lenovo 5 Pro IdeaPad 16" Gaming Laptop - Grey (AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS/512GB SSD/16GB RAM/RTX 3050 MAXQ) $899 or, b) ASUS VivoBook S 15.6" OLED Laptop - Midnight Black (Intel Evo Core i9-13900H/1TB SSD/16GB RAM) $999 Both have approximately ...
Nov 21st, 2023 6:22 pm
Hi all, I've never been able to get into coffee historically but I am determined to break my disgusting habit of drinking Coke Zero all day and get into drinking coffee. Black coffee not an option, I hate it (I probably need to try more light brews etc). I want to buy a superautomatic that is good a...
Nov 16th, 2023 12:29 pm
Girlfriend likes coffee, and the stuff lattee and other stuff. Looking to buy her a coffee maker with stuff that can (hopefully) make the cream and make grind beans. Most important is reliability, want it to last forever, so usually aim for commercial/professional grade. 120v is a bonus unless I nee...
Nov 9th, 2023 9:08 pm
... more than 10 hrs creating spreadsheets and listing features of various car make and models, I am still where I started. So, I am hoping Rfd can help me here. I am planning to replace my current Hyundai with a new SUV and looking for recommendations. I am in Brampton, Ontario. 1. I am more inclined ...
Oct 2nd, 2023 8:50 pm
IMG_9145.jpeg IMG_9148.jpeg This is an 8pin connector and I need to re-attach a wire that was pulled out. I've been buying some different connectors, not sure I'm buying the right ones, but most are either too small and I cant crimp on the wire, or too big and I can't get back in the connector. 16A...
Aug 26th, 2023 9:06 pm
Hello computer pros. Need a little help. Looking for a laptop for my mother. Best deal and price available of course! Trying to keep it between $650-$800. Either ryzen 5 or 7, or Intel i5 or i7 (not super knowledgeable about benchmarks. Just been using cpubenchmark.net to try and compare and learn) ...
Aug 26th, 2023 9:52 am
Found in our basement, is this a cockroach? And if so does anyone know which type? Thanks!
Aug 4th, 2023 10:49 pm
My current plan is $39 for 10gb with Fido, which will last me another 2 years, but my current S10 is starting to fail so I want to upgrade without going through a carrier. Any recommendations for something under $800? I don't care about the camera at all, mostly use it for chrome web browsing and re...
Jul 21st, 2023 6:46 pm
Our 2016 or so Samsung fridge has had issues with freezing at the back since a few months in. Technician after technician claims to have fixed it but after multiple fixes I got a call back yesterday saying they’re unwilling to fix it further and will buy us out in a prorated portion of the value. Su...
Jun 15th, 2023 8:23 am
I am considering selling my beloved minivan. Can you help me price Toyota Sienna 2008 XLE silver, FWD, 7 seats, decent shape (for 15yrs old car)? On Autotrader price is between 5000$ and 14000$. I have not done a safety certification. Should I do that ...
May 18th, 2023 7:07 pm
I should get another Queen mattress. TBH the kid has peed in it one too many times. "waterproof covers" are no guarantee WTF!!! I have a Costco membership Almost a 100% side sleeper 170lbs Not young, not ancient Beds are not just for sleeping. I have a sprlng based mattress right now, has ...
Mar 29th, 2023 10:39 am
... I’m coming from a Core2Duo with 2GB RAM and an Nvidia GT200. I’ve been using this system since 2006, but it finally gave up the ghost. So please help me. I haven’t kept up. What is considered good, better, and best. Intel or AMD? Nvidia or AMD? DDR4 or DDR5? I need it mostly for gaming, and possibly ...
Mar 21st, 2023 1:21 am
Hi, I am in the market for a new car and I have convinced myself that electric is the way to go. Looking for feedback on which ones have proven reliability. I drive 60km each way to work 5 days a week on the 401. My hours are outside of rush hour so I am rarely in any kind of traffic. Most of my com...
Mar 18th, 2023 9:49 am
Hello, So my company paid us a wellness benefit of $1000 this year. Unfortunately, they sent it to me twice (on two pay periods). I alerted them to the error and they withdrew it on a third pay period. They taxed me on the first one which is fine. They taxed me on the second one which is fine as it ...
Mar 17th, 2023 11:19 am
Planning to buy 4 water detectors for my condo that will notify me via wifi through apps. Can't decide which one will be the best to buy. Used the Aliexpress ones that don't notify via wifi, just alarms go off. Any alternative that works reliably with reasonable price (i.e. each for less than $30?)
Mar 6th, 2023 5:16 pm
My company is asking me to decide if I want to send my bonus to the company group RRSP or take the cash? I would prefer to invest the money into a different RRSP, the one that I'm managing, but they don't give that as an option. Lets say that my bonus is $10K. Am I losing anything if I take the cash...
Jan 13th, 2023 1:39 am
I'm thinking to buy a BMW X5 2018 which has the below images as carfax, do you think it is advisable. Help me I'm novice is buying a car and this is my first car. I personally saw the car, it's in mint condition. In 2022 April it's listed for 56k now it got down to 40k. Screen ...
Nov 26th, 2022 11:43 pm