Notes

Shelving the new PC Build

Shelving the new PC Build

My rant at AI data centers for sending RAM, GPU, and storage prices soaring.

Pre-ordering the Nintendo Switch 2

How to add animated backgrounds to Google Meet

How I added an animated 'this is fine' background to Google Meet

Untagged filter in Readwise Reader

Creating a new filter view to find untagged items.

Mastodon Author Tags

Adding Mastodon author tags to my Hugo website

Secret Annual Spotify Trick

How to save £45 a year by paying for a 12-month subscription of Spotify
Automating My /Now Page

Automating My /Now Page

My post about automating my now page hit the front page of Hacker News!

Automating Now

The /now page is now automated!

Remove files from Git history

A quick how to guide on how to remove data from a repository's history

RSS Feeds

Paving the way to an open web using RSS feeds

An eSim database!

Compare eSims data plans with ease

A solar powered website

I found this awesome website last month

Apple Watch Double Tap

How to get the double tap gesture without having to shell out for a new Apple Watch

Arc's secret reader mode

How to enable Arc's secret reading mode

Use an adblocker

Block those annoying scammers.

An eSim database!

Planted September 17, 2023
Last tended to on August 23, 2026

Last year I came across a handy little app called Airalo.

Airalo lets you install data only eSims on your phone - perfect for a trip abroad.

It’s always been my go to since (most) mobile networks in the UK reintroduced roaming fees.

Then I found esimbdb. A way of comparing eSim prices from various eSim providers for different countries!

I’m probably still going to use Airalo. It might cost a little more, but the app is super convenient, accepts Apple Pay (or Google Pay on Android), gives you cashback credit on your purchases and simplifies the eSim installation process (it’s a one tap install on iOS).

Want to give Airalo a spin? Use my code ‘AKASH336’ for $3 off your first purchase (I also get $3 in credit as well).