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#61
General Discussion / Re: What bemused you today?
Last post by StephenBatey - January 30, 2025, 08:44:08 PM
Agreed about bulbs should be easy to change. I remember being able to change a headlight bulb without even needing a screwdriver- in fact, years ago I used to carry a spare.

Some years back, I recall that to change a bulb in the dashboard on the car we had then required taking the whole front off  - a classic £100 labour, 60p parts...
#62
General Discussion / Re: What bemused you today?
Last post by Mick - January 30, 2025, 05:41:22 PM
Congrats on the new car Steven, sounds like a good excuse to me.  :tup: Mind you, some cars you have to strip most of the front off just to get to the headlight bulb which is ridiculous, it should be something anyone can do on the side of the road.
#63
General Discussion / Re: What bemused you today?
Last post by StephenBatey - January 30, 2025, 04:06:08 PM
A week or so ago, Sue showed me an article which detailed things that Gen whatever-they-are (I get lost with all these new fangled terms  :) ) can't do and leave to the experts. One of the relatively common items was changing a light bulb...

Well, I just found myself unable to change a light bulb when the nearside headlight and sidelight failed on our car. Naturally, when in that position, the only thing to do was to get a new car...

And although the above paragraph is correct and accurate, like a politician's statement it's completely misleading. The car in question is a Renault Scenic which we bought new back in 2007. The light bulb failure was due to water entering the light, and corroding the connections. Renault no longer supply parts for the vehicle, so it would be a case of scouring scrap yards or ebay for the parts. Given that our garage also reported wear on the bushes (naturally, parts no longer available  >:( ) it seemed a new car was required. Amazingly, we found one on the day that the garage, having tried and failed to find alternatives for all the parts needed, reported that the car had basically reached end of life.

So, new car tomorrow, as I couldn't change a light bulb.
#64
Share the Deals & Recommendations / DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Power Co...
Last post by Mick - January 29, 2025, 12:17:07 PM
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  • Ultra-Stable Footage - Achieve steady, high-quality footage with 360° HorizonSteady; [17] Ideal for vlogging and capturing sports from any perspective no matter how shaky things get
  • Professional Audio - Capture clear audio with DJI Microphone Connection—and get audio from DJI Mic 2/ Mic Mini transmitter directly without needing a receiver; Good for moto vlogging, skiing, solo-vlogging
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#65
General Discussion / Re: Photography and Time of Da...
Last post by StephenBatey - January 28, 2025, 12:41:28 AM
I don't really have a favorite time. I just snap away when I'm out. That does carry certain implications, as I'm not an early riser. Come evening, I'm happy to curl up at home.

That said, I like the light late afternoon in summer.
#66
Share the Deals & Recommendations / Shure MV7i Smart Microphone wi...
Last post by Mick - January 14, 2025, 05:13:58 PM
Shure MV7i Smart Microphone with Built-In Audio Interface - Podcast & Musician Mic with 2 Channels, XLR and 1/4", USB-C for Mac/PC/Phone, Advanced DSP Features, All-Metal Design, Auto Level Mode #ad https://amzn.to/3C5Vlsw

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  • MICROPHONE WITH BUILT-IN INTERFACE: The Shure MV7i is a dynamic USB-C microphone with a built-in audio interface, engineered for seamless two-channel audio recording or streaming on computers, tablets, and smartphones.
  • AUTO LEVEL MODE WITH SMARTGATE: Dynamically adjusts mic gain based on proximity, speech volume, and room acoustics, ensuring clear, uninterrupted recordings.
  • VERSATILE CONNECTIVITY: Connect a dynamic or condenser mic via XLR or instrument via ¼" TS or TRS. Enjoy 24-bit/48kHz digital audio with onboard DSP, plus +60dB gain and 48v Phantom Power.
  • MULTIPLE OPERATING SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Works with Mac, Windows, Apple, and Android devices via USB-C. MFi certified for iPhone and iPad.
  • VOICE ISOLATION TECHNOLOGY : Enhances both the mic itself and any connected XLR mic with Voice Isolation Technology, Real-Time Denoiser, Digital Popper Stopper, and Adjustable Reverb for broadcast-quality audio.
  • CUSTOMIZABLE LED TOUCH PANEL: A 36-bit color-adjustable LED touch panel can be personalized via the MOTIV Mix app to display live meter, pulsing, or solid modes. Configure it to show the status of both Mic and Input channel in split or combined mode.
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  • FLEXIBLE RECORDING MODES: Offers Mixdown Mode to merge audio into one mono track by default, Multi-track Mode for two separate mono tracks, and Stereo Mode to preserve stereo audio from your input combined with your mic recording.
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#67
General Discussion / Re: Happy Christmas!
Last post by anglefire - January 08, 2025, 10:53:02 PM
Yes cycling computer - measures, speed, distance, altitude and navigates to either a route you create or one it creates for you.

As for gears - I have 12 - 2 on the front ring and 6 on the back. And you can get them that change electrically via pushbuttons on the bars, which are wireless too. Oh and they can change automatically depending on cadence, speed and make sure you don't cross chain. (I don't have this yet - but I can see the use if you have arthritis in the hands!)
#68
General Discussion / Re: Happy Christmas!
Last post by StephenBatey - January 07, 2025, 05:11:17 PM
Cycling computer! I still find the idea of having more than 3 gears amazing - and intimidating. Then again, things were all simpler back in the 1950/60s...
#69
General Discussion / Re: Happy Christmas!
Last post by anglefire - January 04, 2025, 09:29:11 PM
I had nothing relating to photography this year - there is nothing I realistically need (Well if I had won the lottery big, there are a few things I would get  ::) )

But I did get a few things for my cycling hobby. I got a new winter top, fingerless gloves and water bottle - and I put some money from my Mum towards a rear radar (It detects vehicles coming up from the rear and displays them on the cycling computer)

I've only been back on a bike for the last year or so - picked up my first (2nd hand) bike around a year ago - and bought a new one in July. I've ridden over 2500miles in 2024 and am aiming to double it this year - as I have a fairly major change to my life coming in April - semi retirement :) 13 weeks away - not that I'm counting or anything!
#70
General Discussion / Re: Happy Christmas!
Last post by StephenBatey - December 31, 2024, 12:43:04 AM
A belated merry Christmas. Photographically, I got a book on the first 30 years of Scottish photography and a book on the history of 19th century art. I also received a set of post it notes in the shape of cats, and a set of paper clips ditto.
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