[GTALUG] couple of unrelated electronics questions?

[Karen Lewellen]

Hi Evan,
The IPod prior to say touches, 6 generation and before, did not use a USB 
cable for power.  Instead the cable has a pin structure that reminds me of 
the ones older Motorola or lg flip phones used, as in the ones in the mid 
to late 2000's.
besides, with a kind nudge, ordering on that site with adaptive technology 
and  command line Linux is not especially feasible.
In the time I spend seeking an inclusive door, I can just  call somewhere 
local, walk in with the cable, and get it done.
thanks for the ideas tough.
Kare



On Fri, 9 Sep 2022, Evan Leibovitch wrote:

> If you're not in a rush, you might just do better to shop at home.
>
> Search for "ipod charger"  at Aliexpress and there are dozens of entries,
> most for $4 or less *including shipping*.
> Most are cables that will work with any USB-A power source. Here's one
> example <https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003608173796.html>.
>
> They all have photos and their descriptions often say specifically what
> models they're for. And there's no HST charged for packages this small.
>
> The big downside is the shipping time. Expect two month delivery for the
> economy shipping and one month for the premium options. The "estimated
> delivery time" presented is a good guideline, but it's usually faster than
> that.
>
> - Evan
>
>
>
> On Wed, Sep 7, 2022 at 11:29 PM Karen Lewellen via talk <talk at gtalug.org>
> wrote:
>
>> As in, not related to each other smiles
>> First, what was the name of the still existing Toronto electronics surplus
>> type store, now that above all electronics is gone?
>> Need to replace the charger for an older apple iPod, and prefer doing this
>> in person to insure it fits.
>> And, on an unrelated note,
>> Any ideas, even if in your closet for a pair of  still-connecting-to-a
>> soundblaster-type-soundcard computer speakers?
>> My ideal pair would have a headphone jack too so I could listen late at
>> night without bothering others.
>> all my serious computer stuff is in storage.  Willing to make this an
>> amazon or comparative buy, if not from your closet, if I know what I am
>> getting is what I seek.
>> Thoughts oh princes of gear?
>> Karen
>>
>>
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