Last updated: 2023/12/28
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- Primary Phone: iPhone 15 Pro Max: I replaced it during this year's Double Eleven. I used to have a Xiaomi 10s, but it had a major system malfunction (the operating system took up over 60GB of storage, causing me to be unable to save photos and chat records). The updates didn't fix the issue, so I decided to replace it. It's still working fine for now.
- Secondary Phone: The problematic one mentioned earlier, Xiaomi 10s. I inserted a broadband secondary SIM card, which functions like a portable WiFi.
- Headphones: Lollipods by Maono. I'm not sure if it's a common issue with this model, but occasionally one of the earbuds disconnects. The previous pair I bought (it fell into the sewer) had the same issue. Overall, I don't recommend buying it.
- Power Bank: Xiaomi's 10,000mAh power bank. It's decent, practical, and doesn't have any fancy features. I bought it 3 years ago and still use it, although less frequently now.
- AirTag: I bought a domestic alternative. I usually keep it in my bag to prevent losing it (even though there's nothing valuable in my bag).
- Tablet: iPad 2020 edition. It's very useful for watching shows and taking notes. I used it for online courses for a long time. Even after three years, it still runs smoothly.
- Speaker: XiaoDu flagship smart speaker. I mainly use it to control the air conditioner, check the weather before going out, and listen to music. I would rate it 7 out of 10. After I bought one for my dad, he thinks it's the most useful thing I've ever bought (compared to down jackets, shoes, electric razors, and phones... he thinks those are useless). One downside of the speaker is that it can't turn off the air conditioner's display light, and it still relies on a remote control to some extent. This aspect needs improvement.
- Computer: HP Omen 9. My 9-year-old antique finally "retired". I originally planned to switch to Apple, but some engineering software was a bit difficult to use. After careful consideration, I decided to stick with a Windows computer.
- Monitor: Portable Langning 2K monitor. I don't recommend buying it. The reason is that after just one year, it suddenly became obsolete with the same specifications (phones or chips don't become outdated that quickly, right?). However, as a secondary monitor, it's still pretty good because it's very convenient to move around.
- USB Hub: Beisi USB hub plug. I think it's decent. One downside is that if I plug in the Bluetooth receiver for the keyboard at the same time, sometimes the J-Link debugger can't be used.
- Keyboard: Langtu GK65. I would rate it 7 out of 10. It has two connection methods: direct Bluetooth connection and 2.4G (USB receiver). If I use the Bluetooth connection, the keyboard goes into a deep sleep and is difficult to wake up. Sometimes I even need to reconnect it, which is unacceptable. So I directly plugged the receiver into the computer's USB hub. This way, if I press a few keys, the keyboard wakes up almost instantly.
- Gaming Console: Nintendo Switch Lite. It's pretty good, and I don't have any special requirements. I also bought six games, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has an 8/10 rating. The others are also decent, except for Persona 5 Strikers: I can't understand the fun in it at all, and I regret spending my money on it.
- Desk Lamp: DP Jiuliang. To be honest, I don't know what brand it is. I bought it from a supermarket near my university when I was studying. It was probably 9.9 or something, definitely not over 20. But its functionality is good, and it's very simple: touch switch and long-press to adjust brightness smoothly. It has been with me for over five years, and it's still going strong. I would give it a 9/10 rating.
- E-reader: Kindle Youth Edition 2020. To be honest, I used to not like Kindle because I personally believe that reading should involve the tactile sensation of flipping through pages. I bought a Kindle because I received a scholarship for my studies and decided to reward myself. It's also a way of fulfilling the promise I made to myself back then. Now, when I'm on business trips or need to take a long bus ride, I take it out to read. However, for books that I really like, I still prefer buying physical copies. Kindle has one great feature, which is the ability to export all your previous highlights. With the help of third-party software for organization, you can create excellent excerpts.