Quick App Update!

Quick App Update!

Morning everyone, and Happy Friday!

Thought i'd give you guys a heads up on a major update to the app releasing today.

The app Power Grid Operator Exam Prep now has Control room simulator under the practise tab.

You can essentially take a simulated shift at the BA, TOP, or RC desk in nine scenarios.

The first scenario you pick is free.

The other exam prep features are still the same, with minor updates and its still 50 first questions free, then $24.99 USD for the full unlock if you enjoy the app.

Thank you for all your feedback and dm's as i've really been working closely with you guys to give this app the value it needs.

Next steps is Android, but for now, i'm just trying to recover some of my development costs and time.

If you have the chance, please rate it on the app store (its on iOS for iPhone and iPad, and on Mac).

Hope you all have a good weekend! :)

u/Material_Search3221 — 13 days ago

For anyone currently studying SARON — what are you using for practice exams?

I'm curious what everyone currently uses to prepare for the SARON, particularly for getting enough practice questions in before writing.

I've been working on a SARON practice trainer for myself and other Canadian pilots. It focuses specifically on the areas covered by the exam, including Air Law, Navigation and Aircraft/General Systems, with explanations for the answers and practice/mock exams.

One thing I found useful while building it was being able to repeatedly practice the areas I was weakest in rather than just going through the same questions over and over.

For anyone who's written the SARON recently:

  • What areas did you find required the most preparation?
  • Did you use a question bank, course, or something else?
  • Were there any topics you wish you'd practiced more beforehand?

I've made the first 80 questions free for anyone who wants to try the question bank. It's available on iPhone, iPad and Mac, with the full version being a $4.99 one-time purchase across all three devices.

Relevant resource if anyone wants to try it: SARON Prep: ATPL Written Exam

I'd also genuinely appreciate feedback from anyone who's already written the SARON on whether the coverage feels representative of the actual exam.

u/Material_Search3221 — 17 days ago

NERC Exam Trainer(s) Feedback

Hi everyone,

I was looking for some help and feedback on a NERC exam trainer that I built for the RC, BT, TO, and BI exams.

The app is complete, and free, and I’m hoping this isn’t taken as app promotion lol. Just want some honest feedback and thoughts. I plan to keep the app free for as long as possible.

It is available on the App Store for iOS, iPad OS, and Mac OS.

If enough interest and demand is there for a trainer I will make a second post with the screenshot, name of the app, in the App Store etc.

Thank you 😁

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u/Material_Search3221 — 24 days ago

Returning Uber Eats Driver - What is going on!

Last winter, I exclusively used Uber Eats for four months. The pay wasn’t bad, but my strategy was to drive during inclement weather like rain, snow, or heavy snowfall. Fast forward to yesterday evening in Mississauga, I opened the app just to check out current offers. I know we have minimum wage coverage (which is ridiculous), and it’s a Saturday night, so full-time office workers are also online. However, the requests were absolutely terrible! $7 for 30-minute drives, or about 50 cents per kilometre on average. And the best part is, these offers are clearly being accepted! I drive an Elantra hybrid, so I know I’m getting the best margin, yet I’m declining these offers because they’re absurd. Are people that strapped for cash, or am I missing something?

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u/Material_Search3221 — 2 months ago

Whats the Verdict on Torbox?

Hi all, for the past few months I’ve used TorBox, but it seems there’s an auto server selection that sucks due to constant buffering. I’ve resorted to speed tests every time I want to watch something because after a few days, manual selection of a server doesn’t work well anymore. Is everyone experiencing this issue?

Edit 1GBPS Internet, file sizes under 10GB

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u/Material_Search3221 — 2 months ago

31M | Toronto, Canada | Pilot | Open to Long Distance

Hi everyone!

I’m 31, based in the Toronto area.

About me physically: I’m 5’8”, very fit — I stay active and take care of myself. Mixed race, four different backgrounds in the family tree. Happy to share photos in DMs.

Work: I’m a pilot. Aviation has been the through-line of my life for years, and I’m working toward flying for an airline in the near future. It’s one of those careers that never really stops being interesting.

Hobbies and interests: Cars are a big one — I do most of my own maintenance and probably enjoy it more than I should. I cook a lot and will happily plan and shop for a full weekend of meals. I also game, follow investing, and I’m usually tinkering with some side project or business idea. I’m analytical by nature; I like understanding how something actually works instead of taking the surface answer.

Faith journey: I was born and raised Catholic. In my late teens and twenties I walked away from it entirely — I went through a stretch as an atheist, then a longer period where I’d call myself spiritual but unanchored, searching without really knowing what for. What I eventually came back to was Christ. Not because I stopped asking hard questions, but because that’s where the questions kept leading me. Faith means more to me now than it ever did when it was just inherited.

I’ll be upfront: I’m not settled into a church home right now. That’s something I’d genuinely like to build rather than have already sorted out — and honestly, visiting churches together sounds like a great way to get to know someone. Church dates are very much on the table.

What I’m looking for: Someone who wants a Christ-centered home — shared faith as the actual foundation, not a background detail. Praying together, going to church together, raising kids in it if that’s where things lead. Denomination isn’t a dealbreaker as long as we’re grounded in Scripture.

I’ll also say plainly: I think attraction and physical intimacy are a real part of marriage, not an afterthought. I’d want a wife I can be completely open with there — someone adventurous, without hangups, who sees that side of marriage as something to explore together rather than tolerate. I’d want us able to talk about it honestly with each other early on, because I don’t think that conversation should wait until after the wedding. If that’s not how you see it, we’re probably not a fit.

Preferred age range: 24–35

Long distance / relocating: Open to long distance if there’s a real plan to eventually close it. My career will likely determine where I’m based, so some flexibility helps — but I’m not asking anyone to uproot before we both know it’s right.

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u/Material_Search3221 — 2 months ago

2023 Elantra Hybrid Owner - “Check Hybrid System” after every 1.5 hours of continuous driving

Hi all, I bought a 2023 Elantra hybrid with 91,000km on it. I did my first long trip today and after roughly an hour to an hour and a half I would keep getting by a “check hybrid system” message then urge to pull over. After pulling over and shutting down the car won’t start so pressing the “reset 12 v battery” does it and then I can drive another 1.5 hours. Has anyone had this issue before? I’ve got my Hyundai appointment booked Monday.

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u/Material_Search3221 — 2 months ago

Received a “Damaged mail” notification when my package arrived with a “Sorry” from CP That’s it?

Received my package from Canada post in a clear plastic saying your mail was damaged and a sorry. Can I ask has anyone had a similar experience and do you call them to be reimbursed or something?

Item was $35USD fits in a letter.

Any advice much appreciated!

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u/Material_Search3221 — 2 months ago

We need to bring awareness to these groups outside this subreddit!

Hello all, I’ve followed this group for over a year now and it’s the same story. Low traction, repeats of people asking for help. We’re not getting to the root issue.

It starts with awareness, by telling other men in other subreddits of these groups. We can’t wait until after you’ve been posted!

Consider other men on dating subreddits and consider posting in a way that it doesn’t seem like a half-baked post to bring awareness!

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u/Material_Search3221 — 3 months ago

Considering iOS to Android. Need Hardware advice!

Hi everyone, I’m currently using an iPhone 17 Pro Max. My main reason for this choice is its impressive battery life, especially when using ForeFlight, which isn’t available on Android and the company doesn’t plan to bring it there. I’ve tried Samsung Galaxy phones and Pixel phones before, and I’ve always felt underwhelmed by the Pixel experience. I’m considering whether Samsung might be a better option, perhaps a S26 or S25. However, the Ultra model might be too large for my needs. That sounds crazy coming from someone who uses an iPhone 17 Pro Max! My budget is around $1500 CAD (or $1070 USD). Are there any new phones coming out soon, or are there any great used options from previous generations? I don’t play mobile games, but I value good call quality, a high-quality display, a camera for photos (not videos), and long battery life.

Thanks in advance!

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u/Material_Search3221 — 3 months ago

Airpods Pro 3 - Muffled Mic - Can't figure it out. Below is what ive tried.

My AirPods Pro 3 sound muffled when I use them with my iPhone 17 Pro Max during calls or FaceTime. However, they work perfectly with my Mac. Voice memos recorded with my AirPods on the iPhone 17 Pro Max are crystal clear. I’ve tried various mic modes, network resets, Bluetooth repairs, and clean iOS installs on my iPhone. The issue persists across multiple iOS versions. I’ve done forced restarts and checked the AirPods firmware, which is 8B41 (Case and AirPods). The AirPods are extremely clean. Does anyone have a fix?

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u/Material_Search3221 — 3 months ago