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My experience sending my iPhone to Apple for repair via mail-in service was surprisingly easy.

バッテリーが劣化したiPhoneをAppleの配送修理サービスに出した体験談。自分で梱包する必要がなく、引き取りに来た運送会社に本体を手渡すだけだったので、思っていたより楽でした。
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How to replace a graphics card and align the screws | Notes on my first DIY replacement

Replacing a graphics card (GPU) is surprisingly easy, even for those unfamiliar with PC parts replacement. I've compiled a record of the replacement process, including how to deal with situations where the mounting screws don't fit, as a personal memo.
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Introducing two types of mobile batteries with built-in cables.

These days, almost everyone carries a smartphone and uses it in various situations. However, one thing that's a concern when out and about is the battery level. I carry a portable charger so I can charge anywhere, but having to carry a separate cable is a hassle...
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Reflecting on the reasons and methods I used to reach 300 blog posts (in 2 years and 4 months)

It's been two years and four months since I started publishing my blog in May 2017. Initially, I was determined to write a blog post every day, but that proved incredibly difficult, and I couldn't manage it. So, I significantly lowered my expectations, aiming for around 100 posts a year...
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My impressions of placing two TVs side-by-side in the living room (using them in the same room)

Here are my thoughts on having two TVs side-by-side in the same living room. I'll explain why I wanted to be able to watch one program while another is recording, and what it's actually been like having two TVs.
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An old toothbrush was useful for cleaning the metal band of my watch.

I'm quite lazy, so I prefer things that require as little maintenance as possible. In that sense, the Seiko Spirit watch I bought about two years ago was the perfect watch for me. The battery charges via light...
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Groin guard (testicle protector): Protective gear for fathers to protect against attacks from children.

Introducing a "groin guard" (testicle protector) that we recommend for fathers raising children, to protect against groin attacks from their kids. It prevents unexpected injuries from small children who can't control their strength.
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I was experiencing pain in the nose pads of my glasses, so I replaced them and it improved.

I wear glasses all the time, including when I'm going about my daily life and exercising. One of the chronic problems I have with wearing glasses is that the nose pads that support them become painful. This time, I replaced the nose pads myself with soft silicone ones, which has eased the pain...
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My first experience using a neck speaker (DolTech, 4000 yen)

This article is about neck speakers, a product I've wanted to buy ever since I learned about it on the TV show "Ame Talk." The one featured on the show was a Sony model costing around 20,000 yen. What I liked about it was that it doesn't block your ears, and yet it's not too loud for those around you...
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My thoughts on upgrading from an iPhone 7 to an iPhone XS: Should you upgrade or not?

Recently, my iPhone 7, which I'd been using for about two years, started repeatedly restarting, so I decided to buy a new one. I wanted something as close in size and features as possible to my current iPhone 7, so I purchased an iPhone XS. Here are my impressions after actually using it...