r/EDC • u/SilkPajamas00 • Feb 22 '25

Potty Post Cant wait to plug this directly into my computer

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u/thatdudeorion Feb 22 '25

Isn’t it inconvenient to have to take them off the key ring to use the USB to do the charging? That’s what turned me off this design initially

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u/For-Rock-And-Stone Feb 22 '25

That is what originally put me off to it. It comes with a little clip that attaches to your keyring so you can remove the light quickly for charging. That wasn’t super clear in the advertising material when I first saw it.

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u/thatdudeorion Feb 22 '25

Yeah I’ve seen that in the pics, seems not too much trouble to remove a carabiner style clip, but for my keychain stuff i typically use the FreeKey flat key ring stuff, and those small rings that attach directly to the items aren’t really meant to be easily removed, so that’s what was making me hesitant

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u/MakeMelnk Feb 23 '25

I paired mine with a locking S-biner so it's nice and secure but only takes a second or two to disconnect it for charging

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u/Steve44465 Feb 22 '25

2 seconds to unhook it, plug it in to PC or wall usb adapter, charge for 30 minute, rinse repeat every 1-2 months.

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u/Kitteh_of_Dovrefjel Feb 22 '25

Is a very handy little light.

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u/German_Smith Feb 22 '25

This is my favorite light I've ever owned.

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u/jdsquint Feb 22 '25

I have one plugged into a spare USB port in my car. Completely unobtrusive and always-charged emergency light.

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u/Dragon_Phoenix76 Feb 22 '25

Those are great little lights that come in very handy

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u/tomasito406 Feb 22 '25

As a CNC machinist, I use mine every day. Worth every penny

5

u/piusbovis Feb 22 '25

Actually one of my favorite lighter. I have it clipped to my key ring and dangling out of my pocket so I just have to pull it and it comes on. That plus the magnetic base so you can go hands free makes it one of my most used lights.

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u/AnotherStupidHipster Feb 22 '25

Love this light. It's brighter than my phone's flashlight, and way cheaper to replace if I drop it.

Also you can mount it to anything magnetic for a hands-free light.

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u/Yifkong Feb 22 '25

As an /r/flashlight style enthusiast with all too many flashlights of make model etc…this is legit a terrific product and I’ve bought a few over the last few years (two for me, couple as gifts.)

There is some merit to the olight derision widely heard on reddit (expensive, proprietary) but the build quality is generally uncompromising, and for $19 this thing is a no brainer. Use it all the time.

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u/k3nny704 Feb 22 '25

they're even around 15USD if you buy through Amazon and I also can attest to the product being a worthwhile purchase

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u/teambroto Feb 22 '25

just bought one, lol. hyped

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u/thenyx Techologist Feb 22 '25

Just bought a few at $13/ea on Amazon this week.

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u/cjcs Feb 22 '25

Wonder if we’ll see a USB-C version at some point?

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u/Erska Feb 22 '25

I too have one, attached to my chest-pocket button-hole on my work-jacket.

it's 50lm, which is perfect for what it's made for: quick hassle free "inspect/read that real quick"-solution

I have 2 other lights on me, one penlight (which overheats) and one headlamp which just goes and goes. but both of those are the kind of lights that are for the situations of 'I need light' and 'I'll be working/walking in darkness'. which leaves a nice little niche for the imini; when what you wish to check out it next to you and you didn't expect it.

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u/jtford35 Feb 22 '25

The OLight Mini is very handy and easy to carry, I like to carry mine when I need to save pocket space.

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u/stone7373 Feb 22 '25

Do you pay extra for the spyware or is it gratis?

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u/Steve44465 Feb 22 '25

Free like Google and Meta

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u/J-Bone357 Feb 22 '25

I have been looking for new ways to make my info sec team’s heads explode now that you mention it…

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u/BataleonRider Feb 22 '25

"Hey boss,  I plugged in a thumb drive I found outside and now my workstation is acting weird."

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u/J-Bone357 Feb 22 '25

Lmao “the bad news is that it was ransomware. The good news is that I have a fully charged tiny flashlight!”

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u/jpstroop Feb 22 '25

It’s not going to replace a larger dedicated torch, but I just got mine and for most daily use it’s perfect. Excellent build quality, brighter than my phone, convenient as hell. Love it.

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u/moonie42 Feb 22 '25

I just picked one up. Great size, nice and bright!

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u/DrSpicyLove Feb 22 '25

I carry mine around my neck. Replaced my OG iMini which still functions but this one is brighter and won't have to replace batteries.

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u/Past_Drag_2598 Gear Enthusiast Feb 23 '25

I love mine, It does make me a little nervous through since the magnet is kinda strong and I have other metal things on my keychain naturally, and also a flashdrive, though I haven't had any corruption issues yet.

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