Bopeep Posted July 15 Posted July 15 Hoping for some good Prime Day deals. I found nothing of interest in Walmart's or Target's sales last week. 1
HomeinKS Posted July 16 Posted July 16 I'm thinking about looking at Instant Pots to see if there's a good enough Prime Day deal for me.
wittenlover Posted July 16 Posted July 16 After what I've determined is approximately a decade or so of solid service, my cable modem/router combo is in the process of kicking the bucket, so I'm on a hunt for a deal on that front. That said, I definitely prefer the combo to two individual pieces, even though I know there are some advantages of having them separated. I don't have a large footprint to cover nor do I have many devices requiring the network (counted max of 10 last night, I think, and that's when they're all turned on, which is rare). I figure on getting one that will hopefully last me at least another 5 , if not 10, years or so. Not exactly a great time for me to be spending money (had some other unexpected bills lately) but I have to have reliable access since I work from home half the week. With Prime Day sales going on, maybe I'll get lucky. 1
tinkrbel Posted July 16 Posted July 16 7 hours ago, wittenlover said: After what I've determined is approximately a decade or so of solid service, my cable modem/router combo is in the process of kicking the bucket, so I'm on a hunt for a deal on that front. That said, I definitely prefer the combo to two individual pieces, even though I know there are some advantages of having them separated. I don't have a large footprint to cover nor do I have many devices requiring the network (counted max of 10 last night, I think, and that's when they're all turned on, which is rare). I figure on getting one that will hopefully last me at least another 5 , if not 10, years or so. Not exactly a great time for me to be spending money (had some other unexpected bills lately) but I have to have reliable access since I work from home half the week. With Prime Day sales going on, maybe I'll get lucky. Please make sure if you see something that you Google whatever model and your service provider NOT just general product reviews. Might just be a Comcast issue but it's aggravating to find that suggested items are basically a waste of money due to their own failure to make necessary updates or maintain needed speeds etc 1
wittenlover Posted July 17 Posted July 17 16 hours ago, tinkrbel said: Please make sure if you see something that you Google whatever model and your service provider NOT just general product reviews. Might just be a Comcast issue but it's aggravating to find that suggested items are basically a waste of money due to their own failure to make necessary updates or maintain needed speeds etc Yep. Thanks! As a Comcast user for almost 25 years, I am well aware, sadly... smh I'm looking at a couple from manufacturers I've had good luck with in the past and doing my homework before I pull the trigger on anything. It's certainly not an immediate need at the moment - I can just tell my poor modem/router is nearing its end... LOL I'm also checking to ensure I won't have issues if I switch internet providers (something I'm considering) within the next year or so. 1
HomeinKS Posted July 17 Posted July 17 I looked at Instant Pots on Amazon during the prime days deals. I passed as I didn't know how much I would use it and I'd have to store it. Last night I saw on Facebook someone offering an Instant Pot; these are missionary friends back in the states and downsizing what they have in storage for when they are here. So they are dropping it by; I can bless someone else with it if it doesn't work out for me! 5 1
Gator Pam Posted July 17 Posted July 17 1 hour ago, HomeinKS said: I looked at Instant Pots on Amazon during the prime days deals. I passed as I didn't know how much I would use it and I'd have to store it. Last night I saw on Facebook someone offering an Instant Pot; these are missionary friends back in the states and downsizing what they have in storage for when they are here. So they are dropping it by; I can bless someone else with it if it doesn't work out for me! Come on into the GottaDeal Lounge where there is a thread on Instant Pots if you have any questions or are searching for recipes. I’ll admit my most recent model, the Duo Evo Plus, is a few years out of date and I know very little about the air fryer or newer models. But of the earlier models I’ve owned four different ones: Duo, Duo Nova, Ultra, and Duo Evo Plus. I got rid of the Ultra, but now have the Duo in both 6-quart and 3-quart, the Duo Evo Plus in 6-quart, and the Duo Nova in 10-quart. 1
HomeinKS Posted July 18 Posted July 18 11 hours ago, Gator Pam said: Come on into the GottaDeal Lounge where there is a thread on Instant Pots if you have any questions or are searching for recipes. I’ll admit my most recent model, the Duo Evo Plus, is a few years out of date and I know very little about the air fryer or newer models. But of the earlier models I’ve owned four different ones: Duo, Duo Nova, Ultra, and Duo Evo Plus. I got rid of the Ultra, but now have the Duo in both 6-quart and 3-quart, the Duo Evo Plus in 6-quart, and the Duo Nova in 10-quart. Thanks, I'll check it out! We have the IP Duo80 v2 instant pot which I assume is an older model. We also have a 6 quart but I wanted something to cook a whole chicken in along with some veggies and my husband was stuffing the 6qt one way too full, and we didn't use it a lot. I'm hoping he will use it and I can pass on some recipes to him to make and we'll see if it is big enough for the chicken. Do you like the 10 quart? I think I read somewhere that they don't make them anymore?
Kanyon71 Posted July 18 Posted July 18 23 hours ago, wittenlover said: Yep. Thanks! As a Comcast user for almost 25 years, I am well aware, sadly... smh I'm looking at a couple from manufacturers I've had good luck with in the past and doing my homework before I pull the trigger on anything. It's certainly not an immediate need at the moment - I can just tell my poor modem/router is nearing its end... LOL I'm also checking to ensure I won't have issues if I switch internet providers (something I'm considering) within the next year or so. Is your current one a combined unit? What makes you think it’s on the way out?
Gator Pam Posted July 18 Posted July 18 12 hours ago, HomeinKS said: Thanks, I'll check it out! We have the IP Duo80 v2 instant pot which I assume is an older model. We also have a 6 quart but I wanted something to cook a whole chicken in along with some veggies and my husband was stuffing the 6qt one way too full, and we didn't use it a lot. I'm hoping he will use it and I can pass on some recipes to him to make and we'll see if it is big enough for the chicken. Do you like the 10 quart? I think I read somewhere that they don't make them anymore? Instant Pot has discontinued the 10-quart several years ago before I got mine. However, occasionally Big Lots had them in stock, which is where I found it a few years ago after they were discontinued. I use the 10-quart mostly to make stocks, tomato sauce from my garden grown tomatoes, and full size 9”x3” cheesecakes. It would work well for a small whole turkey, say 10 lbs. I think, but I prefer doing either Alton Brown’s Good Eats Roast Turkey or spatchcocking, so I haven’t used it for that. If you have a Big Lots nearby, keep an eye out for one, if interested. I haven’t heard of them carrying one in quite a while, but I got it there for $79 after a Big Lots 20% off Rewards coupon. 1
HomeinKS Posted July 19 Posted July 19 10 hours ago, Gator Pam said: Instant Pot has discontinued the 10-quart several years ago before I got mine. However, occasionally Big Lots had them in stock, which is where I found it a few years ago after they were discontinued. I use the 10-quart mostly to make stocks, tomato sauce from my garden grown tomatoes, and full size 9”x3” cheesecakes. It would work well for a small whole turkey, say 10 lbs. I think, but I prefer doing either Alton Brown’s Good Eats Roast Turkey or spatchcocking, so I haven’t used it for that. If you have a Big Lots nearby, keep an eye out for one, if interested. I haven’t heard of them carrying one in quite a while, but I got it there for $79 after a Big Lots 20% off Rewards coupon. You got a good deal on that 10 qt! I am hoping that the 8qt is big enough for what we want but I'll look if I get into one. I actually thought that they all closed but I see there is still one around.
wittenlover Posted July 19 Posted July 19 On 7/18/2024 at 9:13 AM, Kanyon71 said: Is your current one a combined unit? What makes you think it’s on the way out? It is a combo unit. It's been dropping connection more lately. I've reset it multiple times, troubleshot other things, hasn't resolved the dropping connections... Line outside coming into the house was replaced shortly after I bought the house last year and is still in good condition. So yeah... Thinking it's just telling me it's time to retire it. lol
Cubsfan23 Posted July 20 Posted July 20 I can't believe July is here already! This year is going by so quickly. 1
cllehto Posted July 20 Posted July 20 6 hours ago, Cubsfan23 said: I can't believe July is here already! This year is going by so quickly. I agree.
jesusluvu Posted July 20 Posted July 20 Hello everyone. Sorry I have been MIA. Extremely busy and dealing with an ill parent. Amazing how time flys. I pray everyone is doing well. 3
freesia39 Posted July 22 Posted July 22 Meanwhile, all Prime Day packages have shown up here, whew. 1
setlok73 Posted July 23 Posted July 23 Thought this was funny. Hopefully I don't offend anyone...I still LOVE BF. 6
jesusluvu Posted July 23 Posted July 23 On 7/21/2024 at 4:54 PM, len_mullen said: Prime Days Total Spend $0 Hey Len, Neither did I this year. Well I did pick up some Beats Headphones (BestBuy had the same discounted price). Should have held them for a Christmas gift but my youngest DD really wanted them. 1
Kanyon71 Posted July 25 Posted July 25 On 7/19/2024 at 10:01 AM, wittenlover said: It is a combo unit. It's been dropping connection more lately. I've reset it multiple times, troubleshot other things, hasn't resolved the dropping connections... Line outside coming into the house was replaced shortly after I bought the house last year and is still in good condition. So yeah... Thinking it's just telling me it's time to retire it. lol Dropping connection to the internet? I had the same issue. Would have to remove the cable coming into it for 30 seconds then I could get back online. Turned out to be an issue out on the pole with their hardware. I have a spare cable modem now from the trouble shooting lol 1
packratfamily Posted July 25 Posted July 25 Checking in for July been enjoying summer staycation On 7/23/2024 at 2:15 PM, jesusluvu said: Hey Len, Neither did I this year. Well I did pick up some Beats Headphones (BestBuy had the same discounted price). Should have held them for a Christmas gift but my youngest DD really wanted them. Love love love my Beats. Never even use the Airpods anymorel. enjoy them!
magickallight Posted July 26 Posted July 26 On 7/1/2024 at 9:54 AM, stationchief said: Happy July, happy beginning of AZ monsoon season, and happy birthday month to me!
Gator Pam Posted July 27 Posted July 27 Notre Dame Bells Ring Out During Olympics Opening Ceremony Here on the west coast of the US, we’re only about halfway through the Olympic Opening Ceremony. But, I think for me, the highlight is going to remain hearing the bells from the Cathedral of Notre Dame for the first time in five years. The first time the bells were heard since the devastating fire. “The Bells! The Bells!”
magickallight Posted July 27 Posted July 27 On 7/3/2024 at 4:58 AM, bodotdot said: July is here--another month of property maintenance and the occasional beer. 1
Kash Posted July 27 Posted July 27 On 7/18/2024 at 12:42 PM, Gator Pam said: Instant Pot has discontinued the 10-quart several years ago before I got mine. However, occasionally Big Lots had them in stock, which is where I found it a few years ago after they were discontinued. I use the 10-quart mostly to make stocks, tomato sauce from my garden grown tomatoes, and full size 9”x3” cheesecakes. It would work well for a small whole turkey, say 10 lbs. I think, but I prefer doing either Alton Brown’s Good Eats Roast Turkey or spatchcocking, so I haven’t used it for that. If you have a Big Lots nearby, keep an eye out for one, if interested. I haven’t heard of them carrying one in quite a while, but I got it there for $79 after a Big Lots 20% off Rewards coupon. I didn’t know it came in a 10qt !!
Gator Pam Posted July 28 Posted July 28 4 hours ago, Kash said: I didn’t know it came in a 10qt !! Again, it’s been discontinued. I was lucky to find one at Big Lots a few years ago.
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