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Balafire: when a light bulb goes wild
- Published_at:2024-11-17
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- description: Goodness gracious, great balls of fire. links 'n' stuff: link to Simflame: https://www.simflame.com/ Technology Connextras (the second channel where I put stuff sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on...
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Air fryers are simpler than you think, but still pretty neat
- Published_at:2024-11-11
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- description: It's full of hot air. links 'n' stuff: Technology Connextras (the second channel where I put stuff sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techconnectify.bsky.social ...
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MP3 CDs: a hybrid "format" that never existed, yet was surprisingly common
- Published_at:2024-10-16
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- description: It's like, free real estate. links 'n' stuff Technology Connections on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techconnectify.bsky.social Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify Have you ever noticed that I've never done a brand...
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Duracell PowerCheck: A genius idea which didn't last that long
- Published_at:2024-10-08
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- description: Press dots to check. The referenced Tedium article: https://tedium.co/2021/01/20/on-battery-power-meter-history/ other links 'n' stuff Technology Connections on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techconnectify.bsky.social Technology Connections on...
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Thermoelectric cooling: it's not great.
- Published_at:2024-09-22
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- description: Not such a cool idea after all. Links 'n' stuff: Technology Connections on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techconnectify.bsky.social Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify Have you ever noticed that I've never done a...
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Door closers: ubiquitous, yet unloved and often maladjusted
- Published_at:2024-08-22
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- description: Shut the front door. Links 'n' stuff: Link to Deviant Ollam's talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtHpiNBzPsk Technology Connections on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techconnectify.bsky.social Technology Connections on Mastodon:...
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Awnings: a simple cooling tech we apparently forgot about
- Published_at:2024-07-15
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- description: Seriously - where'd they go? Links 'n' stuff: Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify Technology Connections on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/techconnectify.bsky.social Have you ever noticed that I've never done a...
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The Numitron: An obvious idea that wasn't very bright
- Published_at:2024-07-01
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- description: The numbers don't look good, Jim. Links 'n' stuff: Fran Blanche's video on Nimo tubes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmWg7CtN0Ac (there are plenty more videos to discover on her channel, too!) Technology Connections on Mastodon:...
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Your dishwasher is better than you think (tips, tricks, and how they work)
- Published_at:2024-06-11
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- description: Let your dishwasher do the work for you! Links 'n' stuff: The Connextras video on my dishwasher's program change-up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Kp3bjm55xw The original dishwasher videos: https://youtu.be/_rBO8neWw04...
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Tilting, taking turns, and winning free games: the many tricks inside old pinball machines
- Published_at:2024-05-27
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- description: Tilt! Links 'n' stuff: The Pinball Playlist (it'll getcha to parts 1 and 2) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0jwu7G_DFVAUoqtVxFVIu2oZc2GGyDf This is the video on Bally Gay Time, a bingo machine from the 1950's...
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The simple, clever sensor behind automatic windshield wipers
- Published_at:2024-04-29
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- description: When it's wet it wipes. Links 'n' stuff: The video I just did on stovetops: https://youtu.be/ff04ecF9Dfw Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify Technology Connections on Bluesky:...
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Simmerstats: The genius old tech that controls your stovetop
- Published_at:2024-04-24
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- description: Hehe. Doody cycle. Links 'n' stuff: My video on turn signal flashers https://youtu.be/2z5A-COlDPk The US electrical system and that 120/240V stuff https://youtu.be/jMmUoZh3Hq4 The Pinball Machine video (part one) https://youtu.be/ue-1JoJQaEg ...
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Flash photography used to be pretty wild
- Published_at:2024-02-02
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- description: I see spots. Many thanks to Gav @theslowmoguys for making this video possible! Links 'n Stuff: If you haven't seen that video of the speed of glass, go do that now. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIMVge5TYz4 My Photography playlist:...
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The step-by-step logic of old pinball machines
- Published_at:2023-12-29
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- description: ch ch ch ch ka CHUNK ch ch ka-CLACK-Y bomp The last video: https://youtu.be/ue-1JoJQaEg Other videos of electromechanical marvels: https://youtu.be/NmGaXEmfTIo https://youtu.be/o1qRzKuskK0 Technology Connections on Mastodon:...
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What's the deal with the popcorn button?
- Published_at:2023-11-21
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- description: Try it. You know you want to. Referenced Videos: The Antique Microwave Oven that's Better than Yours https://youtu.be/UiS27feX8o0 And the follow-up to that one https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBD1NyabTt4 The Clapper https://youtu.be/TBPVJtGBf8Y ...
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The Clapper: Yes, that one.
- Published_at:2023-11-18
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- description: Oh boy! You should give Tedium a look, by the way. Lots of cool stuff there: https://tedium.co/ Technology Connextras (the second channel where I put stuff sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Mastodon:...
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Back-up beepers: Obnoxious, but getting better - and spreading!
- Published_at:2023-11-05
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- description: BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP Technology Connextras (the second channel where I put stuff sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify This channel is supported through...
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Power outlets are topsy turvy - but does it matter?
- Published_at:2023-09-26
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- description: The answer may surprise you! Here's that follow-up I talked about at the end https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmKL3pgPQhY Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify This channel is supported through viewer contributions on...
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Photoelectric light controls are weirder than they seem
- Published_at:2023-08-26
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- description: I had no idea that's what's going on inside. Technology Connextras (my second channel where stuff goes sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify This channel is...
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Tesla won the plug war - and that's good news!
- Published_at:2023-08-11
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- description: A surprisingly good series of events have unfolded, and this video is my mea culpa. Also, Sorry, John! Links 'n' stuff Here's a playlist to all of my EV-related videos. Please ignore the bits where I confidently state Tesla's connector is silly....
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Longer-lasting light bulbs: it was complicated
- Published_at:2023-07-16
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- description: It's a hot topic. Oh, wanna learn about high pressure sodium lamps? Have I got a video for you. https://youtu.be/U1dMlVwUsrA What about that weird fluorescent adapter thingy? https://youtu.be/JFJO3emhOyY Technology Connextras (my second channel...
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Electric cars prove we need to rethink brake lights
- Published_at:2023-05-25
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- description: Truly, this is a pressing issue. I hope somebody at the helm is watching. Links 'n' stuff: The mentioned turn signal video https://youtu.be/O1lZ9n2bxWA My other vehicular-lighting related content: On how we used to require all cars to have the same...
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Sony Betacam: Not the Beta you're thinking of (it's way better)
- Published_at:2023-05-09
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- description: This discussion is long-overdue. Links 'n' stuff: Looking for more info on the format war? Check out this playlist (there's other goodies in it, too!) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv0jwu7G_DFUrcyMYAkUPODENwP4gYCmf What about the whole...
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Contactors: how we power the big stuff
- Published_at:2023-04-24
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- description: I really hope this clicks for you. Links 'n' stuff: A card popped up for a video exploring the Ford Mustang Mach-E's battery pack contactors. Here's a link to that video - and you should absolutely subscribe to the Weber Auto YouTube Channel if you...
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How do vinyl records hold stereo sound?
- Published_at:2023-03-24
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- description: We answer that question! Links 'n' stuff: Technology Connextras (my second channel where stuff goes sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify The TC Subreddit...
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Home Electrification: There's not a lot to do, and it doesn't have to be hard (Part 1)
- Published_at:2023-03-05
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- description: Energy management is a really powerful idea. Links 'n' stuff (including a follow-up video!) There are some things I left out which I regret, so in case you're wondering why we don't all just upgrade to 200A service and/or why we are in the mess in the...
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A simple water heater is more clever than it seems
- Published_at:2023-02-10
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- description: Pretty clever, ain't it? Links n' stuff: Technology Connextras (my second channel where stuff goes sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify The TC Subreddit...
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Timer switches: literally just a clock and a switch
- Published_at:2023-01-25
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- description: It's about time. Links n' stuff: Technology Connextras (my second channel where stuff goes sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify The TC Subreddit...
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The decorative lamp that's built wrong on purpose
- Published_at:2022-12-12
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- description: It's a festive flickery flicker fest! Links 'n' stuff: Technology Connextras (my second channel where stuff goes sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Mastodon: https://mas.to/@TechConnectify Technology...
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In Defense of the Switched Outlet
- Published_at:2022-11-28
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- description: Seriously. It's a good idea! Links 'n' stuff: Technology Connextras (my second channel where stuff goes sometimes) https://www.youtube.com/@TechnologyConnextras Technology Connections on Twitter (...for now): https://twitter.com/TechConnectify The TC...
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