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Report Expat Confusion Grows as Thailand Cracks Down on Helmet Law Violations
Don't let those kids get near Biden... -
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Accident Youth on Motorbike Crashes Into Train in Samut Sakhon
Boom gates tend to work better than nothing. -
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Are high end smartphones worth the money (to you)?
I’ve learned that investing in expensive, high-end smartphones doesn’t always pay off in the long run. Here are some key challenges I’ve encountered: Short software support lifespan: Even premium phones become outdated after 3–4 years, with critical apps (like banking) no longer working due to lack of updates. Limited repair support for imported devices: Many local repair shops refuse to service phones purchased abroad, complicating what should be straightforward fixes. Battery replacement challenges: Despite improvements, most high-end phones have sealed batteries that are difficult and costly to replace, limiting device longevity. If you look more closely one of the available brands had to solve serious battery problems. Shift to eSIM-only: New requirements make older phones unusable if they lack eSIM support. Accessory availability: Screen protectors and cases for specialized models are often hard to find or only temporarily available. I want to replace my screen protectors while visiting local markets. Environmental factors: It’s crucial to choose a phone that can withstand Thailand’s heat—overheating shortens device life. Beyond these technical and practical issues, an important factor is institutional preference. For example, Udon Thani Rajabhat University (UDRU) encourages students to use iPads, especially at their demonstration school, Satit UDRU. Their official student services app is designed for iOS devices, showing a clear tilt toward Apple’s ecosystem. This naturally influences what devices students realistically should use to stay aligned with their educational tools. So, who am I to offer my children an Android phone when their university environment clearly favors Apple products? My conclusion: For anyone living in Thailand, it often makes more sense to invest in affordable, locally supported, and mainstream devices. Aligning with institutional recommendations and considering real-world usability beats chasing the latest high-end specs. If you want to play it safe, stay mainstream and compatible. Look around your community and educational environment to see what actually works. -
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Report Expat Confusion Grows as Thailand Cracks Down on Helmet Law Violations
Seen people wearing KFC buckets. Didn't get stopped & likely didn't go hungry.🙃🙃 -
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Tourism Phuket Leads Southern Thailand's Tourism Surge with Record Revenue
Propped up numbers by the thousands of Russians hiding out spending their funny money made from god knows where 🤣 -
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Tourism Phuket Leads Southern Thailand's Tourism Surge with Record Revenue
Yes easy to do when you charge twice as much than other parts of thailand
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