Using open source software to get paid for using electricity, formatting Python code, speeding up Zsh, getting notifications through Pi Telegram bot, M1 Macbook Air problems, an epic ThinkPad collection, and more.
ThinkPad displays can be controlled to change brightness and turn on/off, adding a fun aspect to the device.
Octopus Energy Home Assistant add-on allows users to configure their battery to charge during cheaper electricity rates, resulting in significant savings throughout the year.
Deep dives
Discoveries about ThinkPad displays and Octopus Energy's Home Assistant add-on
A significant discovery is made regarding ThinkPad displays. It is found that many ThinkPads have a one by one pixel display, which can be controlled to change brightness and turn on and off, adding a fun aspect to the device. Additionally, an Octopus Energy Home Assistant add-on is found to be useful for those on Octopus Energy's smart tariffs. The add-on allows users to configure their battery to charge during the cheaper electricity rates and avoid the expensive peak hours. This can result in significant savings throughout the year, making it an attractive feature.
The value of non-email-based notifications with Pi Telegram Bot API and Nifty.sh
Pi Telegram Bot API is highlighted as a reliable non-email-based notification system. It allows users to set up a Telegram group and use Python-based scripts to send notifications to the group. This provides an alternative to traditional email-based alerts and enhances ease of communication. Another alternative, Nifty.sh, is mentioned, which allows users to receive notifications on mobile phones through channels. It offers the flexibility to set up a self-hosted gateway, making it a versatile option for non-email-based alerts.
Frustrations with Asahi on macOS and an update on Fairphone's long-term support
A user shares their frustrating experience with Asahi on macOS, reporting issues with updates and ultimately having to wipe it off the system. In the discussion, the exceptional commitment of Fairphone to long-term support is highlighted. Fairphone provides up to eight years of support for their devices, setting them apart from the rest of the Android world. It is acknowledged that Fairphone is an outlier in terms of support, as they actively ensure their users receive updates for an extended period of time.
Using open source software to get paid for using electricity, automatically formatting your terrible Python code, speeding up Zsh, a couple of ways to get notifications, M1 Macbook Air problems, an epic ThinkPad collection, and more.