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    Tablet for long trip toddler

    We have 2 2015 Fire tablets running AOSP 5.1.1. Picked them up from Amazon Warehouse deals for ~ $30 each. They run great and are cheap enough to where I'm not worried about accidental breakage. I'll have to borrow one and load FireOS on it to play sometime - sounds like there are some kid...
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    Kids Tablet?

    I have 2 Nexus 7's (2013 rev) that have Poetic TurtleSkin bumper cases on them for my 2 and 4 year olds (I know, I know, but they're limited to 1 hour total screen time per day, including TV) We use wireless charging, so no worries about usb ports wearing out. Besides, they go a few days...
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    Looking into getting a flash

    If you can afford it, I'd say get one - learn how to bounce the flash (both with and without a bounce card), and also look into a diffuser. With a little bit of practice you can take some very nice looking photos in crap light. I ended up shooting my stepsister's wedding (was only supposed to...
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    Remote suggestion for HTPC

    Harmony + Flirc + Openelec FTW.
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    Free photo browsing software.

    Another vote for FastStone - also has a really nice 2nd screen feature (thumbnails on primary screen, full size preview on the secondary) that makes quick culling of bad photos very easy.
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    Controller/Remote for a HTPC?

    Harmony Smart Hub here, with a FLIRC on the Chrombox running OpenELEC (acting as my HTPC). Harmony also controls my receiver, TV, Roku, and BluRay player. Love the setup and wish I could justify a second one for upstairs.
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    Cleaning TV

    Normal glass cleaner (or if I'm feeling snarky, Invisible Glass) with a CLEAN microfiber cloth. Spray on cloth, wipe down, then remove any haze/swirls with another CLEAN microfiber cloth. Have cleaned both of my plasmas this way for years with zero issues. It's just glass after all...
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    Nikon FX DSLRs: D610 or D800?

    simonscameras.com. FYI, it arrived last night with no additional fees/duty/taxes (not that I expected any). check photoprice.ca for current prices/promotions. A word of advice - adencamera is the cheapest, but they won't ship ExpressPost/USPS, which means you'll end up paying UPS or FedEx...
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    Nikon FX DSLRs: D610 or D800?

    FYI, with the current promotions and the low Canadian dollar, you might consider purchasing from up north. I just grabbed a D750 kit with a 50mm f/1.8g for a hair over $2500 shipped. That's $700 cheaper than buying from the US (not considering any taxes, which would just add more), and that...
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    Decent inspection camera?

    I bought one of the cheap USB cameras and while it provided adequate picture in normal light (ie, sitting on my desk) it was not bright enough to do anything in wall. You could only see about 6 inches and the picture was very grainy. Through sheer luck I managed to chase the cabling I needed...
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    streaming options: Chromeplay vs. Micca Speck vs. ????

    Interesting you say that, because since the recent update, my Roku has been struggling with MKV playback (direct stream video, transcode audio) via Plex (both server and client) but the FireStick has been bombproof. This is with the Roku on a wired gigabit network, no less. Both can handle...
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    Openelec + chromebox, works on one tv but not the other

    Not sure if you've tried it, but have you switched out HDMI cables? I spent a few days debugging something similar and it turned out to be a bad cable (brand new out of the bag, but still bad). Also, if you have Redmere cables, try a standard one.
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    Suggest some one-touch universal remotes

    Another vote for the Smart Hub. One thing to note - every button can be programmed for both a long and a short press, so you can program 6 activities, not 3. And I think you can create even more an access them through a smartphone... Regardless, love it, and the included remote is extremely...
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    Which software and video format seems to be the most compatible across devices

    I use MKV container with H264 encoding under the covers and that plays through Plex on a Roku 2 and 3 (Plex client), FireTV stick (Plex client and XBMC), and an OpenElec Chrombox (Kodi). I only have to transcode audio to the Roku/FireTV clients as those are directly connected to the display...
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    Lollipop thread (Android 5.0)

    We have 3 devices (Nexus 4/5) on TMobile and 1 on AT&T, all on 5.0 or 5.0.1 and no issues whatsoever. When the 5 Moto G's (3 first gen, 2 2nd gen) get Lollipop I'll try to report back.
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    Plex fans: why do you use Plex?

    LifeIsOnTheWire, I'm going to disagree with you (and insult away, no skin off my back) - XBMC is not a better server solution than Plex. It simply cannot serve the same breadth of the clients that Plex can (and note that the client can be a Plex app, XBMC, uPNP client, etc), and, in my...
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    Plex fans: why do you use Plex?

    Yeah, that's my point - there's two components at play - the server and the client. Since I have a multitude of clients (Chromebox w/Openelec, Roku, Chromecast, uPNP direct to my receiver, Android devices, etc) having a robust server is important. Plex does a great job (for my needs) of...
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    Plex fans: why do you use Plex?

    Personally, I use Plex for the library management features. Without me doing anything other than copying my media the proper folder, I get all of the appropriate media extras (trailer, rating, info, fanart, etc) plus centralized management of unwatched/watched/in-progess status across a myriad...
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    Media server

    This. My microserver is starting to really show it's age and is the limiting factor. When I build my next NAS, I'll be looking at an i3 or better.
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    Help me cut the cord for as little money as possible

    We cut the cord about 5 years ago and have been slowly refining our configuration for a while. I'm pretty settled on the following (for our household, this is what works) HP Microserver running Debian + Plex/Sickbeard/SabNZBD - acts as our media server for movies/downloaded TV. Upstairs TV...
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    moto g multitasking bug frustrates me

    My Nexus 5 works flawlessly with the OpenVPN client connected to PIA. It's either your VPN provider or the app/client config. It's not Android or your phone.
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    In wall wiring options.

    What about an in-wall rack in the same room? Since you have the wall open on the far side already, provided you had the space, might it be a workable option? Personally, I think that was the single best upgrade to my semi-dedicated theater.
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    Best set top Plex experience?

    I've been running Plex on a HP Microserver (Gen 2, IIRC) for a few years now, in conjunction with a couple of Roku 3's. For the most part I've been happy but it's starting to show it's age. I also have two Chromecasts but pretty much do Netflix/Youtube on those. However, I recently picked up...
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    Android and personal privacy???

    This, or use xPosed + AppOpsExposed. This gives you access to the core Android app permissions manager that was briefly available but then locked back down.
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    Nexus 4 broken screen

    I had to replace the screen on my Nexus 4 a few weeks ago. I initially was going to replace just the top glass as the digitizer and LCD both still worked, however after research, what kpkp said is true - the LCD and digitizer are effectively one piece unless you have the time/patience to...
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    Wall mount for a 60" plasma

    This. I have a 60" plasma in my HT hanging off that very same mount (or one very like it - was about $18 IIRC). I built with steel studs, so I just put glued/screwed a plywood backer panel underneath the drywall, worked great. I can bounce my entire weight (190 lbs) and it doesn't move an...
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    looking for good security cameras

    This. Have used Axis for a SMB rollout of about 50 cameras, was very happy with the features/support/stability.
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    How can you monitor things in the middle of a field?

    I set up something similar for my stepdad at his cattle farm. Their house is about 3/4 of a mile from the main barn, and they wanted to be able to monitor their cattle during calving. We grabbed some cheap agasio pan/tilt IR cameras, a cheap switch, and some POE injector cables from Air802...
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    Google+ .. What the ...?

    This.
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    Media Streaming device

    I have pretty much the same setup - a 5.5TB NAS, running openmediavault and plex. I used to use a WDTV Live Streaming but grabbed Roku 3 a few months back. After about 3 days, I gave the WDTV to a relative and bought two more Rokus - that's how big of a difference the Roku made. Whoever told...
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    First Time Installation Help (Stupid Questions Here)

    Correct, the second set of posts are for bi-amping. See the metal straps? They effectively make the two sets of posts into one. I don't think your receiver can bi-amp, and even if it could, it probably won't result in any noticeable sonic difference.
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    What 60" TV is best bang for the buck?

    Agreed. Looking at pulling the trigger on a VT60 60". Amazon has it for $1795 right now, just a bit over Cyber Monday pricing.
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    IR Repeater / Extender?

    You might look at the Logitech Harmony Smart Control (or the Ultimate if you want the bells and whistles). http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/harmony-smart-control?crid=60 The base station is an IR blaster with 2 external ports. The remote is RF so doesn't need to be line of sight. You'd...
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    wall mount tv - metal studs

    I just finished my basement, using metal studs for about 80% of the framing, including my media wall. I just added 3/4" plywood blocking where the TV mount was destined, and secured the blocking to the studs with PL and Spax screws. I was able to hang off the mount (about 190 lbs) with no hint...
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    Quick Roku 3 review

    I switched from WDTV to a Roku (and promptly bought another) and have many of the same sentiments - Plex is awesome, interface is fluid and responsive, etc. My ONLY complaint is there is no separate audio out. Many TV's don't properly do HDMI audio passthrough, so if you have an older receiver...
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    Mobile OS switch experience.

    Seconded/Thirded. The first three months I had an iPhone it was great, then I started getting frustrated by not being able to do the simplest of customizations. Moved to Android and never looked back. Getting rid of iTunes was icing on the cake.
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    android play store question, how to install multiple apps at once?

    Have you tried pushing the installs from the web? https://play.google.com/store/apps That's faster for me.
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    Best place to purchase 14/4 speaker wire?

    I just picked up a 250 ft spool of 14/4 frmo amazon for $75 shipped - should be here tomorrow or Monday. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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    Google Voice unable to text//sms itself?

    This is what I use and I've taught my wife to use in the same situation as you (phone and tablet)
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    Need Alternatives tablet brand of Nexus,Samsung which is under 300$

    iPad Mini or Nexus 7 based on which ecosystem you prefer.
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