Posts made by Midori

Yeah I figure if the sizing is off or something you could always toss 'em on OfferUp or something and I’m sure you’d get your $5 back easy. I wouldn’t even try to return 'em with that track record.

Sounds like a steal, but daaaang shop with caution! At $5 i’ll let my wife decide if she wants to gamble.

Nice! Might get one for my kid’s room. Previous lowest price ever according to CCC sitting at $32.47.

@dionaea I used the Epic launcher to play Subnautica when it was also offered for free (terrific game btw). The Epic launcher seems much more streamlined that Steam or Origin, quick to launch and navigate. I really enjoyed its simplicity, and only ran it when I wanted to play the game (I do think I had to change the option for it to remain off unless I launched a game that needed it, it launched on Startup by default I believe). No issues so far.

@fivetalents The SSD is mostly just to run my OS, so it doesn’t need to be huge. The games and programs I have, however, are stored on a little 500 GB HDD that is always close to being full, so a 1TB is very tempting for the upgrade… but hard to justify for now . One day, one day…

Mmm, at this price it’s tempting to grab just for a backup or extra storage. Would snag one in a heartbeat if I had the extra dough… Oh, and go figure, the 2TB version is only twice the price and very near its lowest price ever of $295.

Currently running a 240GB Samsung SSD in this very computer and it’s been plugging along for almost 7 years now without a single issue, always booting in a matter of seconds. When it’s time to upgrade or replace my machine I’ll be utilizing another Samsung SSD for certain.

@fivetalents
I’m getting an error message on BB’s site, but apparently it’s $10 cheaper on Amazon at the moment anyway

@somanycats I actually tried that from my computer once I saw the option, and it required me to download a separate computer app, which then asked for my phone number before allowing me to do anything. Absolutely bonkers. I’ll take a look again though, since if you can do it then there’s no reason I shouldn’t be able to. Thanks!

@midori said in Ozark Trail Frame Lock Knife or Flip Opening Knife $1.00 @ Walmart B&M:

Wouldn’t trust it for an EDC, but for a buck it’d be great for a tool box or ten.

Picked up the last one at my nearest Walmart. Pleasantly surprised by the build quality, it seems evident to me that they attempted to copy Kershaw’s style which isn’t a bad idea. Knife was sharp enough out of the package to shave the hair on the back of my hand, and it seems sturdy. Certainly worth the dollar price tag.

Wouldn’t trust it for an EDC, but for a buck it’d be great for a tool box or ten.

I’m probably barking up the wrong tree, but I hate that this site forces you to provide your personal information (phone number) before allowing you to print anything, and I’ve found no way to circumvent it. I’m leery since I already get 10+ spam calls a week on my mobile and I’d really rather not salt that particular wound. Even gone so far as to make an alternate phone number with Google Voice and they still won’t bite. Any other way to print these things?

I grabbed WinX DVD Ripper Platinum the last time it was posted here for free, and I’ve had excellent success using it to copy some of my DVDs to my Kindle and Android phone, as well as the wife’s iPad. Great to have that capability when you want to entertain the kids without an Internet connection. The user interface isn’t the post user-friendly I’ve seen, but it’s fairly straight-forward after a bit of practice.

@my4mainecoons said in WD-40 8-oz Lubricant Gift Pack $2.49 in-store @ Lowe's:

@ultrahugewallet How big are the individual cans? Are they the very small ones, about 4" high?

According to my ruler they are just shy of 5 inches tall including the cap, and ~1.75 inches in diameter. 8.0 OZ. total weight. I kind of wish i’d bought a few more at this price but realistically I don’t use that much, so this is perfect for me and my tool boxes.

@dionaea I moved about 2,000 miles away from the nearest Publix and the loss still makes my heart ache years later . I miss you, Chicken Tender subs…

I recall someone asking for home tool kit recommendations a while back. If anyone has family or friends with upcoming birthdays or something and they might need an all-around tool set, I can’t imagine one better than this at this price. I have most of these tools already, but at this price I’m still tempted to pull the trigger just to have something portable and flexible. Would make a great new grad or home-owners gift!

@dubzap69 said in FREE January Goodie Box:

Have been signed up for over a year now. I do all their Facebook and social media etc. Never have received a box. Has anyone here received one?

According to a few articles I eyeballed when I saw this post, this is considered a scam and one of the worst free-samples sites available. Pinch Me and Sample Source were listed as better alternatives, but I decided I already get enough spam mail from elsewhere and didn’t sign up. My guess is that those two are just as bad.

“While Supplies Last — Only Available for Residents in WA, OR, or ID”

Created a MS account and claimed them all, but couldn’t see how to play them. Then I saw the requirements-

Windows Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 or later
Xbox Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X
Mobile Windows Phone 8, Windows Phone 8.1, Windows 10 or later

I have none of these things… so I guess I can’t watch any of them. Guess my Win 7 PC just can’t handle streaming anime, lol.

Figured I’d weigh in on this, since I’ve been playing the game this way for a few months. It has been an awesome experience.

I’ve had no lag, encountered very few bugs and those were mostly cosmetic issues that made me laugh out loud. The map for this game is absolutely obnoxiously large in the best possible way. I’ve got almost 200 hours in my game and still haven’t explored all the areas of interest, though it’s not necessary to do so for the sake of the story. Since I don’t have a modern day game console but do have a fairly solid PC, this was the closest I’ve been to a PS4-type experience. Definitely will be keeping an eye on this Stream-style gaming method in the future.

@gremln007 In my opinion, this wouldn’t be a very practical general purpose set. I had something similar to this (link) that was amazing for me going through college and when I moved into my own house. Even used it to build the arch for my wedding. While this is a very nice socket set, sockets are rarely needed for your average Joe homeowner. Some channel locks can get the same job done, usually. I’ve also had a really good experience with a Black & Decker set like this (link). Just my two cents, hope it helps

Drat! Dozens in stock down the road, but at $8 a pop . Was hoping to display my proud Floridian upbringing in my California drought-choked front yard.

Lowest Price ever according to CCC. Been keeping an eye on one for a while and decided to finally pull the trigger on it (pun intended), despite somewhat mixed reviews (which frequently seem to be user error). Most people complained about issues with Win 10, but I plan on using it for Android only. Grabbed the extra 4-year protection plan for an extra ~$1.50 for peace of mind. From what little research I’ve done, this is considered one of the best-quality and most reliable Bluetooth Android controllers.

Linkity link

@ctgolfer Appreciate the heads-up! Just snagged the 85-pc Axess set, belt sander and angle grinder. I’ll be able to retire some inferior tools that have been bogging me down. My wife won’t be happy, but it’s hard to argue with “free” tools!!!

@ctgolfer Tempting, but I can get these for FREE by donating my precious lifeblood once in a while. And orange juice to wash it down with, mmm MMM! Talk about a win-win!

Dangit, just paid $89 for a Crucial SSD thinking I wouldn’t see better for a while. This one seems solid, previous lowest price according to CCC- $88.99 (Aug 01, 2018).

Hmm, I went through those steps and all it said to me was “amazon assistant - Your Installation is Complete”. No $5 off offer anywhere I could find, and I was already signed into Amazon and therefore signed into the extension. I may hit up their customer service when I get a chance and find out what the deal is.

(Edit) I contacted their chat support and the rep said “I see that it was not issued, in this case I am manually issuing the promo”. So he tossed me the $5 manually, and it only took about 3 minutes. Easy money, thanks!

@mrvietnam That was when I finally decided to nab one, and I’ve used it plenty of times since. In fact, I made some BBQ ribs last weekend and the meat fell right off the bones. Only 30 min cook time and didn’t have to heat the house by using the oven. Heckuva machine.

If i’m looking at this correctly, there are many products that qualify for the rebate, not just the Wood Cleaner (linky).
Wouldn’t this also be FAR (redwood stain)? That stain seems to be the only other FAR item I could find, though.

Microwave? I uhh… wouldn’t recommend it.

I have this model and it works great for my yard, where I only have to worry about smallish maple and ash tree leaves (only two on the property). If you have larger leaves (think bigger than your palm) or lots of twigs I would skip this as a mulcher, because you will CONSTANTLY be clogging up the intake and having to fish out the blockages. The attached bag is also tiny, so while it does an excellent job of mulching you will be emptying it literally every 30 seconds or so if you’re attacking a pile of leaves. As I said, works for me, but will definitely not be a fit for every yard.

@mrvietnam said in ree After SYW Points Back - Safavieh Area Rugs - Sears -Shipped Free:

Good find. You may want to change the first word of the title of your post from “ree” to “Free” though.

Ree…joice?

If looking for something portable, this is also a steal for a 3TB HD: lowest price ever

Hey, it’s my EDC! I love mine in the Olive Drab. Pretty much the perfect size and shape for an everyday carry, though sometimes I feel like removing the safety pin just for ease of use. Hard to beat at that price.

@dangeruss Color me curious, but woof that’s a bit pricey by comparison! I’ll have to keep an eye out for some o’ that

I thought tea was stupid until I discovered Twinings. Now I’m hooked, so thanks for fueling my already reasonably affordable addiction.

@dangeruss
I got one of these bad boys for $5 during a Kohl’s Black Friday thing. Worth every penny at this price as well as far as I’m concerned. It boils eggs much more quickly and efficiently than other methods, takes all the guess work out of it. Only complaint would be that you have to really stay on top of cleaning the heating plate. You can wait for a cheaper price if uncertain, but I would stand by the quality of this thing.

Yeesh. In case anyone else is having problems buying this bundle, the chat support isn’t any help. They are throwing me canned responses in broken English saying to use the In-Stock alerts on the website and to try again later. Citing website problems but as a former chat support tech myself, it sounds like they’re making crap up to get you off their chat (which is blowing up at the time of this writing, long wait times).

Curiously, the second person I spoke to said to check on the 6th and NOT the 7th, and was adamant about it. Seems odd, but good luck!

@mom2jel said in All-Clad Hard Anodized Nonstick Dishwasher Safe PFOA Free 8-Inch and 10-Inch Fry Pan Cookware Set, 2-Piece, Black $41.99 @Amazon:

Darn it! I just bought an OXO 8". Oh well, as long as their dishwasher safe, I’m in.

“Oven safe to 500 degrees F (without lids); dishwasher-safe, handwash recommended; limited lifetime warranty”

@mikk1 said in FREEBATE Arm & Hammer Slide Clean-Up Litter 14 lb. & 19 lb. thru 1/31:

Welcome @Midori - thanks for joining us - love your avatar!

Good to be here! RIP FatWallet, but long live the SAVINGS!

@somanycats said in FREEBATE Arm & Hammer Slide Clean-Up Litter 14 lb. & 19 lb. thru 1/31:

Terms and conditions state you must submit “original promotional sticker” from package. Saw this posted elsewhere many months ago. Not to be found in Ocala, FL, back then, and not now.

My gosh… do my eyes deceive me, or do I truly gaze upon evidence of another soul hailing from the mythical land of Ocala, FL?