Small annoyances

[wiseheart]

So, my iPad mini decided today that it doesn't want to access the Internet. Just like that. Ten minutes earlier it was all right, I could check some canon facts with for my story, but when I wanted to check something next, the thing refused to cooperate.

At first I thought it was a server problem. So I switched on the desktop PC, and the Internet worked like a charm. Then I thought perhaps it was something with the rooter, so I restarted it, but the iPad still refused to connect to the internet. So I admitted being beaten by it and took it to my neighbour, the IT guy, in the hope he'll find the time to do something about it. He's managed to do the same once, a couple of years ago, so I'm still hoping. The problem is, he's very busy, therefore it's unknown when he'll get to my rebellious piece of technology.

Yes, I know one can live with a desktop PC only. I've done so for quite some time. But one gets used to the quick and comfortable ways a tablet offers when taking photos, checking facts and e-mails and stuff. I guess I'm terribly spoiled. *sigh*

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[mirasaui.livejournal.com]

I understand most computers, and can usually fix what ails them. But, a cell phone is another matter. Not sure why, they are computers also. But, I've only had mine for 3 years and now, it won't hold a charge. If I unplug it from the charger, it lasts all of 30 seconds before it shuts down. So annoying. They sell new (old) batteries for pennies, but they are bootleg, and you have to take the phone apart to put them in, which involves heat guns and playing cards and tricky pull a-parts ,etc. plus a lot of praying this and that doesn't break. And on top of that, a lot of the reviews say the new (or rather old replacement) doesn't last. So, I guess it is time for a new phone. My old one is a Huawei, which I really like, but due to the China/US trade squabbles, I can't buy a new Huawei in the states, nor will it work with Google apps, if I could. I've looked at all the moderate priced phones available for purchase and am not impressed with any of them. On top of that, only certain ones, the worst of the batch, will work with my cell phone plan. I hate spending money on an item that I don't like. But, hard to live without a phone - sigh.

[mirasaui.livejournal.com]

p.s. Sorry for the rant.

[wiseheart.livejournal.com]

Oh, feel free to rant away, I can so understand your frustration!