How Effective Are Keychain Locators for Those Who Can't Whistle?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the effectiveness of keychain locators, particularly for individuals who are unable to whistle. Participants share personal anecdotes related to losing keys and express humor about the situation, while also exploring the functionality of different types of keychain locators.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants mention personal experiences of losing keys and the inconvenience it causes, highlighting the need for a reliable keychain locator.
  • There is a humorous exchange about the challenges of using keychain locators that require whistling, with some participants noting their inability to whistle effectively.
  • One participant suggests a keychain that beeps when you clap as a potential solution for those who cannot whistle.
  • Another participant shares that their mother has keychains that beep when you whistle, but notes that neither of them can whistle well, raising questions about the practicality of such devices.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of humor and frustration regarding the effectiveness of keychain locators, particularly those that rely on whistling. There is no clear consensus on the best solution for individuals who cannot whistle, as different viewpoints and experiences are shared.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the reliance on personal anecdotes and the varying effectiveness of keychain locators based on individual abilities, such as the ability to whistle.

  • #31
Moonbear said:
Do you really think he knows the difference? :biggrin:

You think I did?
 
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  • #32
Chrono said:
You think I did?

Phew! I was worrying about you for a minute there. :biggrin:
 
  • #33
Moonbear said:
Phew! I was worrying about you for a minute there. :biggrin:

I'm always worried about myself. :-p
 
  • #34
So wat happened with the car keys then?
 
  • #35
Andy said:
So wat happened with the car keys then?
hanging from the front door knob.
 
  • #36
tribdog said:
hanging from the front door knob.

Adds to list of things to give tribdog for Christmas next year:
keychain that beeps when you clap
 
  • #37
Moonbear said:
Adds to list of things to give tribdog for Christmas next year:
keychain that beeps when you clap

My mom just got not one, but two of the ones that beeps when you whistle. The thing is her nor I can whistle very well.
 

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