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Duct tape comes to the rescue again
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the various uses and humorous anecdotes related to duct tape, including its application for fixing iPhone reception issues, creative uses in personal life, and its role in camping scenarios. The tone is light-hearted and anecdotal, with participants sharing personal experiences and jokes.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants suggest using duct tape to fix iPhone 4 reception problems.
- Others humorously propose that duct tape can be customized in colors, enhancing its appeal.
- A participant mentions the idea of an "Apple approved iDuct tape," noting its higher cost and shiny appearance.
- There is a claim that the shiny coating of this hypothetical tape could degrade signal quality further.
- One participant shares a personal story about using duct tape to save a camping trip by repairing a tent pole.
- Another participant humorously refers to duct tape as a "favorite babysitter," while also mentioning the potential consequences of such use.
- Gorilla tape is mentioned as a stronger alternative, with a humorous note about its adhesive properties.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally share humorous anecdotes and opinions about duct tape, but there is no consensus on its effectiveness or appropriateness for various uses, particularly in the context of babysitting.
Contextual Notes
Some statements rely on humor and personal anecdotes, which may not reflect practical applications or safety considerations. The discussion includes speculative elements about product features and personal experiences.
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mcknia07
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:) not to mention, you can cover the whole phone in your favorite color of duct tape
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mgb_phys
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Of course it would have to be Apple approved iDuct tape from Apple iTape store.
It's shinier than regular duct tape but costs twice as much.
It's shinier than regular duct tape but costs twice as much.
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mugaliens
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mgb_phys said:
Not to mention that it's shiny coating is alumized mylar, which degrades your signal even further.
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Sakha
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Wow that's a cheap iTape.. They normally go for sixfold the price of normal tapes.mgb_phys said:
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airborne18
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Duct tape was my favorite babysitter. Though the kids always whine and complain when you rip it off them.
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Pianoman14
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Gorilla tape is better. It has a stronger adhesive, so it stings more when you rip it off.airborne18 said:
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Borek
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Using duct tape for babysitting may put you in jail.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...lping-boyfriend-stick-son-wall-duct-tape.html
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...lping-boyfriend-stick-son-wall-duct-tape.html
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Now that's what I call "duck tape!" 
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Borek
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Actually duct tape saved our trip to Nordkapp - when we were at the very north, we lost tent pole to the wind. If not for the duct tape we would be not able to pitch the tent for the rest of the trip.
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Borek said:Using duct tape for babysitting may put you in jail.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...lping-boyfriend-stick-son-wall-duct-tape.html
I give it a 5 for effort, but the technique is lacking. You need to tape the mouth so the neighbors are not bothered by the endless screaming.
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