Mikeflanagan
Serial expatCanadian expat in Brazil
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Registration: 12 September 2017
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Would you leave your phone to be analyzed by NewBrazil
My IPhone seem to have a battery problem. I went to 2 shops and was told I have to leave my phone for a day to have it analyzed. It has all my information and accounts with credit cards. I am in Fortaleza and have to make this decision to get my ...
Biggest thing normally is difference in voltage between countries. Unless the iphone was bought and stamped by anatel you will notice the performance or behavior get a bit jarred over time. Most likely your battery took too many volts/amps and is ... Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
I think you can find kiosks at mix mateus, but checking on their website as well is a good place to look for needs. Overall been super happy with the product. Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
Ya even writing this I ran across 5 - 6 kiosks for intelbras at various locations in recife and olinda . Wish we could just upload photos here some days lol Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
Fierra Costa. I'll toss some locations where they are there in person to view. Just out and about Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
Recife doesn't hold any restrictions on where you are in the city. Lord it's just humid or roasting lol.Glad the recommendation went well for you. I chose it because it's already local and warranty coverage ( not that I've needed it ) also ... Read More
Provider of Smart Home / Security Equipment in Brazil? by Pablo888
My usual go-to place to get smart home / security hardware have been via Amazon and various small vendors that package zigbee, raspberry pi, and other custom products.Where do you get your usual door locks, security cameras, motion sensor, and Home ...
I use intelbras. 100% their outdoor cameras have survived the harshest rain sun etc and still operate with no issues 4 + years later.Little expensive for their product. however long term 0 issues. I have used both hardwired and wireless equipment Read More
Expert Tech Expats on VPN Inference by roddiesho
So, a tech support agent wiped out all my password connections trying to fix an issue. It took nearly a week, but I was able to get all my streaming connections back except for PEACOCK-TV. They seem to be throwing all kind of solutions against the ...
I am glad brazil head steadfast on this. Read More
127v // 220v by usmc_mv
Hello Brazil. Has anyone heard of an adapter that converts? Or is necessary for an electrician to install an outlet? It is for a microwave ... NOT a DC regulated device. Matt-
Yeah thankfully here in the northeast everything is bivolt and we dont need to worry about nothing, Arno is the way to go, suprisingly great fans. Read More
"confirm email" popup by KenAquarius
I am getting a pop-up window asking me to "confirm" my email.When I try, I get another pop-up stating "unable to send verification email".This has been going on for a couple of weeks now.I tried signing out, deleting cookies, using a different ...
@bhavna to the rescue š Read More
Digital Nomad extension - will I get fined for overstaying? by peter10315
My digital nomad visa expired in April, and I've been trying to renew since February. I finally managed to get it approved and will go to the police tomorrow. Will I get fined for overstaying? Sounds unfair but you never know here.
The airport PF will issue your ticket upon leaving. ( your fine ) then it needs to be paid prior to arrival to simplify things upon return.They wont directly mention a fine in most cases. up until you leave as it just keeps accruing Read More
Brazilian media ignoring blockade on Twitter and posting articles by mikehunter
I've seen that Folha de SP and Globo are continuing to post on Twitter.Ā I find that a bit disrespectful to the court order.Ā The whole idea was to obviously stop Brazilian twitter usage.Ā The Media have several other outlets to post ...
They do have offices outside of brazil so it makes sense they can still post ( canada and eurovision ) Read More
Digital Nomad extension - will I get fined for overstaying? by peter10315
My digital nomad visa expired in April, and I've been trying to renew since February. I finally managed to get it approved and will go to the police tomorrow. Will I get fined for overstaying? Sounds unfair but you never know here.
@peter10315 yes you would want to apply for renewal before expires because as soon as it does you immediately start accruing debt for the fine. Best to do that and sort out the fine asap as it would in some cases count against a renewal Read More
Expert Tech Expats on VPN Inference by roddiesho
So, a tech support agent wiped out all my password connections trying to fix an issue. It took nearly a week, but I was able to get all my streaming connections back except for PEACOCK-TV. They seem to be throwing all kind of solutions against the ...
VPN is easy to enforce as all VPN services do report to larger bodies like nsa cia etc in USA. Similar for each body outside of that for each country. Any publicly owned VPN would be required like internet service providers to lock put VPN. It's not ... Read More
Mobile phone plans in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Brazil remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose your ...
I have the TIM Black plan. Serves a few things, free hbo max free deezer etc. and I get unlimited north american roaming with no penalties. 110$ Reais a month but worth it at the end of the day! Read More
Experiences with Starlink (internet)? by Kurterino
I live in an area where thereās no wired connection, the only way to have internet is via GSM (4G). Unfortunately the network isnāt very strong, so speed varies from Totally Fine to Almost Nothingā¦. In comes Starlink: if Iām ...
Starlink even in rural USA and Canada is fantastic. Ive had to do remote work on them before ( connection ) and it was very good in comparison to standard satellite. Read More