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River Indie Electric Scooter: Don't Buy

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
đź•ą Technology Gadgets Reviews Transport Innovation Startups
  1. The River Indie Electric Scooter is heavy and hard to maneuver, making it less user-friendly compared to lighter models like the Ather.
  2. The scooter has ongoing issues with its turn indicators, as they often don't work properly.
  3. Buying from River, a new company that has sold only 3,000 scooters, is risky compared to more established brands like Ather or TVS.

Bounce Electric Scooter: Don't Buy

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jan 25
đź•ą Technology Gadgets Transportation Reviews Innovation Electric Vehicles
  1. The Bounce electric scooter accelerates slowly, making it less enjoyable to ride compared to other options.
  2. It has some annoying design flaws, like a strong coasting regen that makes the ride uncomfortable and no digital display.
  3. Overall, the scooter feels poorly made with issues like an awkward handlebar and blinking turn signals that don't stop.

Arducam Mira220 CMOS Camera

Everyday Thing • 0 implied HN points • 04 Feb 25
đź•ą Technology Gadgets Software Hardware Electronics Innovation
  1. The Arducam Mira220 is a special camera sensor that works really well with infrared light and connects to a Raspberry Pi.
  2. A cool feature is that it has a monochrome look and can actually be modified for better performance by changing the lens.
  3. There's also a plan to build a custom enclosure for this camera to keep it safe and functional during experiments.

I'm Happier Without an iPad

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 16 May 25
đź•ą Technology Gadgets User Experience Productivity Media Consumption Mental health
  1. Switching from an iPad to a TV for watching videos made the experience much better. The TV offers a more immersive viewing experience, which makes it more enjoyable.
  2. Without the iPad, I have better sleep because I'm not staring at a screen before bed. I find that I can relax more and even fall asleep faster.
  3. Not using an iPad has encouraged me to read more books. I feel more engaged with what I read, and it's a much more rewarding experience than mindlessly scrolling or watching videos.
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