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Hi, all. I usually just lurk here, but I recently did a deep-ish technical dive into Battlefield 6 running on my new B580 and spent quite a bit of time trying to find optimal settings to have it run as smoothly as the PS5 versions of the game. I wanted to share my insights on running BF6 smoother.

Here's a link to my PC build, for reference. As noted, my build ran a 9600X paired to the B580 (at the time).

Despite BF6 automatically recommending a mix of High/Ultra settings upon bootup (at 1440p), one of the first things I noticed was that the game simply did not feel smooth despite the average being 100fps in most instances (with XeSS Balanced upscali

My lock just suddenly started not working with Home Key. It seems like the NFC reader on the front of the lock died? Every other feature works fine. I can unlock it using the personal access code, all the buttons on the lock itself work, it's never been unresponsive in HomeKit, etc. It's just Home Key.

Odd part is that it was working fine last night too. Then, out of nowhere, it doesn't this morning. I've tried multiple iPhones in our household, from as old as an iPhone 12 to an iPhone 14. Apple Watch Series 7 and Series 9. None of them even recognize they're being held up to the lock anymore (cause it would usually bring up the Home Key automatically when it gets in close range).

Any have

I’m on a grandfathered SC 2.5GB (which was later made unlimited, as with everyone else) plan. I recall that, way back, Binge On limited your video streams to 480p maximum on SC plans to reduce data usage.

I’m not one to stream video over cellular often, so I never noticed… until this week. It seems I can just set YouTube videos to 1080p (or higher) without issue, even with Binge On activated?

Can someone explain what Binge On will even do for me given that my plan is now “unlimited” up to 50GB (before throttling)? Is it just to help out with reducing data usage? I don’t see what its purpose is now on my plan since I can just manually toggle video stream quality at-will if I want. If I reca

I have a restaurant doing well (typical burgers & wings chain), but DoorDash's promotion on their Merchant Portal caught my eye. Basically what is summed up here on their FAQ. I know things can be too good to be true, so has anyone actually had much luck with doing this?

Whether it's the promo to attract new customers or entice lapsed customers to return, I figure it may be worth a try. (That is, unless someone else has already done this & strongly objects.)

DoorDash pickups & deliveries give us steady revenue (in addition to in-store orders, which make up the vast majority of sale

Basically, the title. I was dumb and poured a few ounces of power steering fluid into the coolant reservoir by mistake. I siphoned it out to the point where there's only little bits of oil residue visible floating atop the coolant now. No, I have not driven the car yet (but will need to tomorrow).

Yes, I know this mistake was dumb. Question is, am I good to drive my car like this for a few weeks before heading to the shop? I'd guess a coolant flush is a good idea to get all the oil cleaned out of the reservoir?

Thanks.

Edit: This isn't a particularly old car. It's a '16 RAV4. No issues otherwise with it.

Anyone else have this issue on their cars? I don't feel any mechanical issues, but was curious since my '18 Mazda3 doesn't make any sound at all if I shake my steering wheel like this. (This is for a '20 CX-9.)

https://imgur.com/a/fUZ5NvK

Just looking to see if this is something I should bother going into the dealer for a warranty claim. Not sure if something might be loose or something in the steering column. I only ever hear it when driving at low speeds (especially when pulling out of my driveway).

I like the idea of battery-powered cameras while fully understanding their limitations and deficiencies versus wired ones. (Yes, I know they suck at waking up and capturing footage in time.) But I plan placing these facing areas that don't get much attention usually (i.e., rear of the house), where I'm really just wanting a camera of some sort watching to catch motion.

Does anyone know if these batteries are replaceable in any way? My greatest concern is that these new battery cameras have their fates sealed to the health of the embedded batteries within. All batteries degrade and (eventually) die, especially when exposed to extreme temps outside, so I'm not exactly keen on buying these i

So, it seems like you ideally want to be using the USB audio dongle to get all the features like mic monitoring and easy volume control via the rotating knob. Oddly, Bose seems to indicate that this USB dongle is only compatible on PC. Has anyone tried using it on PS4 or Xbox One?

Just seems odd, since both consoles support USB audio output. I'm not sure why Bose is indicating that the USB dongle can't be utilized on consoles. It really does seem like the ideal do-it-all headset otherwise.

If anyone can confirm/verify that it does/doesn't work on consoles, that'd be swell, so I can finally go through with the purchase without doubts.

Hi, all.

What’s the consensus and/or best way to fix up a small paint chip that has developed into a rusted spot over about two weeks? The small chip is on the roof. It’s also on a new Mazda CX-9 (yeah, thin paint, haha).

https://i.imgur.com/sM2wO2H.jpg

Obviously, I’ve contacted their customer service to see if they’ll do anything about it via warranty, but I’m doubtful.

So, I want to prep in advance. My plan is to use a sanding pen to get the rust out, fill it in with OEM paint pen, let the paint dry, then buff it out with my DA.

Is there anything else needed to be done? Also, in the meantime, what to do to prevent it from spreading temporarily? Wax over it?

Just recently upgraded from a Series 1 from a Series 5. Loving it so far! Amazing to see how far the Watch has come since then.

One detail I noticed is that Apple seems to no longer be shipping unique bands with color-matching pins/fasteners - at least for Rose Gold models:

https://imgur.com/7BxwQrO

(My Pink Sand from my Series 1 purchase on top. Notice the rose gold pin on it, versus the silver pin on the new band.)

It’s not a huge deal, obviously. But is Apple no longer offering the bands with color-matched pins anymore? I really did appreciate that attention to detail with my Series 1.

Edit: Looks like Apple Support confirmed my suspicions. The color-matched pins aren’t a thing a

Anyone have any advice on getting the four screws undone to replace the engine air filter? Tried to help a friend with an ‘18 Si with this, only to give up on trying get the four screws out to access the air intake filter.

Not only were the screws soft, but ridiculously torqued. Didn’t try a drill, but I fear of stripping the screws. I miss the simpler clips that were on the 9th-gen models and the 2.0 NA engines.

Anyone have any advice?

Hi, all.

Trying to help out a coworker who wanted to ask this sub (but doesn't use Reddit). It's a 2010 model, Journey-trim sedan.

His headlights are having issues and he determined it was due to the bulb and ballast, both on the driver's side. I tried to look up part numbers, but couldn't quite determine what they were for the car.

Help is appreciated. Thanks!

A coworker of mine currently drives an '06 Lexus IS350 that she adores. It's got ~130k miles on the odometer, and has been taken good care of both mechanically and aesthetically. However, due to recent engine issues (engine misfires) and other miscellaneous repair costs, she has decided to move onto a CUV.

While she loves sedans for both their efficiency in size, fuel economy, and performance/handling, she has realized that a higher sitting car would make it easier on her for ingress/egress (she is an older woman), as well as for actually being able to see ahead in a crowd of taller SUVs in today's world.

She's looking for suggestions on CUVs from 2010 and onwards. Budget is under $15k. L

Anyone else been having an issue like this tear in the leather seats of their Mazda3's?

Was detailing this weekend and noticed this tear in the corner of one of the seams on the backrest portion.

Car's only a month and a half old, and the dealership told me that the warranty doesn't cover it since it's considered regular wear and tear.

To those who've had similar issues... did you use leather glue? Needle and thread? Wondering so I can fix it before the tears [probably] get worse.