Ask HN: Life-changing purchases since 2020? (Under $100 and under $1000)

Post by high_byte » Fri, Nov 08, 2024, 1:13 PM UTC

ranger_danger wrote: post #311

asyx wrote: post #49

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I don’t think people talk about this enough. You can be the poster boy for modern men doing all the chores and taking care of your household all on your own without wife or mother around and a 1950s nuclear family house wife would be proud af. You are still going to get into arguments if your idea of what „clean and tidy“ means is different from the definition of your partner.

The biggest thing that changed my life wasn't a purchase, but randomly going down a philosophy rabbit hole on wikipedia one day after looking up different "razors" ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philosophical_razor ). One of the first things I learned was that most arguments in life seem to be mainly due to differences in people's definition of subjective terms, and not understanding how to communicate well enough t…

Post by red-iron-pine » Fri, Nov 08, 2024, 1:54 PM UTC

madamelic wrote: post #10

damidekronik wrote: post #7

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Which 49" do you have? I am looking to improve my setup and wouldn't mind some suggestions.

https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=43305 I guess _technically_ it's right at $1000 but you'll really struggle to find any big monitor for under $1000.

Post by sotix » Fri, Nov 08, 2024, 2:00 PM UTC

agentcooper wrote: post #461

sotix wrote: post #301

Under $1000: A Playdate[0] for $200! It got me to finally make a game[1], which is the entire reason I got into programming yet kept putting off. The restrictions of actual hardware with a slow processor, 1 bit graphics, and 16MB of RAM forced me to scale down the decisions that gave me paralysis previously and prevented me from making anything substantial. Plus other people’s games are downright fun to play, and it’…

Nice game. I've built a somewhat similar one ( https://github.com/agentcooper/kolya-vs-babushkas ), but yours is more advanced and has better graphics!

Post by red-iron-pine » Fri, Nov 08, 2024, 2:03 PM UTC

manmal wrote: post #75

Under $100: A used Instantpot, ideally the Duo Crisp if you can get one. The normal one can also make yogurt though, which might also be interesting. The great thing about these is that you don’t need to babysit them. Have a call or wanna go for a walk, and then eat? Just turn it on and come back anytime after it’s done. It will keep food warm until you turn it off. Bonus tip: Buy two and/or an air fryer to get more…

Post by Ai_Summary » Fri, Nov 08, 2024, 2:13 PM UTC

        ◦ Aeropress: Quick coffee with easy cleanup.

        ◦ Electric Toothbrush: Makes brushing teeth more effective and enjoyable.

        ◦ Reusable Respirator Masks: Useful for preventing respiratory illnesses and allergies.

        ◦ Cable Management Boxes: Keep your desk tidy and organized.

        ◦ Command Strips: Easy and damage-free way to hang items on walls.

        ◦ Lamy Safari Fountain Pen: Great for writing, providing a better experience than plastic pens.

        ◦ Pentel Pocket Brushpen: Encourages drawing and creativity.

        ◦ Aeropress: Quick and easy coffee making with minimal cleanup.

        ◦ Deli Containers: Great for food prep and storage, replacing the need for various types of Tupperware.

        ◦ Moving Dolly: A simple tool that makes moving heavy items much easier.

        ◦ Bug-A-Salt: A fun and effective tool for dealing with insects.

        ◦ Waterpik: A great alternative for those who don't like to floss.

        ◦ Weighted Blanket: Helps with sleep and anxiety.
        ◦ Earplugs: Improve sleep quality by blocking out noise.

        ◦ Air Fryer: A healthier alternative to oil frying.
        ◦ Instant Pot: A versatile kitchen appliance for quick and easy meals.

        ◦ Spotify Subscription: Offers convenience for music streaming.

        ◦ MagSafe Charger: Convenient for keeping your iPhone charged at your desk.

        ◦ Heavy Curtains and Wedge Pillow: Improve sleep quality by blocking noise and reducing snoring.

        ◦ Black Socks: Simplifies laundry and reduces the hassle of matching socks.

        ◦ Portable Neck Cooling Fan: Helps make hot weather more tolerable.

        ◦ LED Headlamp: Useful for seeing and being seen in the dark, keeping your hands free.

        ◦ Quies Ear Plugs: Improve sleep quality by blocking out noise.

        ◦ Ear Loops: Portable and effective for dampening noise in noisy environments.

        ◦ Cupping Set: Helps relieve neck and back pain.
        ◦ Shoe Dryer: A lifesaver for drying kids' shoes quickly.

        ◦ Gym Membership: Can lead to significant weight loss and strength gains.

        ◦ Physical Therapy: Can provide immediate relief and long-term benefits for back pain.