This looks like an awesome device for someone who doesn't know if they want to make the switch or not. 20 bucks is a low investment to give a flip phone a try! Very cool, thanks for the video.
@hatcheth5761
Жыл бұрын
Just bought one with a year of service on eBay for a total price of 45$
@sargera1
Жыл бұрын
if it was a triband 4g it be a new 3310 lol (global 4g and better than a kaios phone that dies out on apps like whatsapp after 1 version update lol)
@sargera1
Жыл бұрын
@@hatcheth5761 lest than a month of starbucks lol
@Hey_its_Koda
Жыл бұрын
I need this now. Im getting to be old man at 40 and i really want a simple phone to have when i go fly fishing. I do have a smart phone but its too much of a distraction. I might give this a go. I had a flip phone in 2004.
@I_am_aguy.
2 ай бұрын
Go for it man
@Rfpepe7295
Жыл бұрын
Tracfone does a great job. I have had them as a backup phone for years.
@georgespeck8761
Жыл бұрын
yes it would be a great back up phone
@takeshajimerson7807
Жыл бұрын
Smartphone Addiction and I'm trying to go the dumb phone route. I hope I made a good choice
@buttercup5470
6 ай бұрын
Ditto.
@kurtiscobain3224
3 ай бұрын
Ditto
@aoivee
Ай бұрын
Ditto
@xpek1325
Жыл бұрын
Is there a "silence unknown callers" or "allow calls from contacts only" feature on this phone?
@williamprice3929
Жыл бұрын
All these phones that look like this one all have the same problem, you can't text and talk at the same time. Real problem when you come across banks and others who insist sending you a identity verification text that requires you to respond to it while talking to them at the same time.
@EASGEORGIA
10 ай бұрын
Same with an Apple Watch
@green8man7
7 ай бұрын
that is true. i found that to be a real problem when my car broke down and they needed to send me the website link and the verification code while i was on the phone with them. so i was stranded for 9 hours. but i have since learned while you're on the phone you can go to options - right soft key and choose messages and you can get the code from there if they send it.
@9l0t
Ай бұрын
Can that be fixed if I have a laptop to send them what they need while talking to them on phone? What app banks send me the code?
@mindfulengineer
7 ай бұрын
Thanks Jose, your review helped me make up my mind. Got mine today and am very happy with it. Going to install mouse next, then Signal
@escgoogle3865
Жыл бұрын
I had a low budget LG TracFone in the early 2010's. While traveling in Peru via non fossil fuels mode I pulled it out to type a note. The indigenous locals were like"wtf is a gringo using such a basic phone." In 2012 it seems smart phones were a serious stats symbol. Tracphone: Great coverage, low tier customer experience.
@daftside58
Жыл бұрын
Hello, do you know if a TracFone will work in Mexico?
@escgoogle3865
Жыл бұрын
@@daftside58 sorry I don't know. i used Skype + Android tablet while in Mexico.
@ladumbdumb8161
11 ай бұрын
@@daftside58I doubt it, it is a us carrier you would have to use a Mexican carrier or pay extra fees
@allankvist6741
Жыл бұрын
Bluetooth version is actually VERY important for some of us. It would be nice if you shortly mention the version. Otherwise your videos are great👍
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
I believe this one has 4.1
@sargera1
Жыл бұрын
decent enough for non hifi audio and decent batt life/data transfer for small files
@allankvist6741
Жыл бұрын
@@sargera1 Yes. Newer devices such as hearing aids will use much less battery power if 5.X. I dont quite remember difference from 5.0-5.3
@sargera1
Жыл бұрын
@@allankvist6741 u cant ask those on a 20 buck.not even nokia give that to their lowest junkphone
@allankvist6741
Жыл бұрын
@@sargera1 True. 4.2 compared to .0 makes a great difference in other uses and with current hearing aids.
@Ozzy-k2s
8 ай бұрын
Don’t use anything other apps on flip phone because u are too easy to get track by police and law enforcement
@lonewolfsurvival3453
Жыл бұрын
Has anyone else experienced a blank white screen with this phone? I've had mine for about a year now and it's still in quite new condition, never dropped it or got it wet. Yesterday, I texted someone and set it down. Returned 5 minutes later to return another text and when I opened it up, the screen was solid white, with no apparent cause. I took the battery out multiple times, for several minutes, and when I turn it on the screen is still white. Everything else seems to work on it otherwise. I'm a DIY'er and times are tough financially, so I would really like to fix this if I can and not have to pay and wait for a new phone. Can anyone please help? Thanks!
@gintorino4616
5 ай бұрын
Did you try taking it to a tech professional to see if they could diagnose it and find the issue.
@gintorino4616
5 ай бұрын
I mean if you pulled the battery out it should have restarted. Did you try factory reseting it backup your files before you do.
@takerhay2197
Ай бұрын
sounds like the screen broke probaly the ribbon cable of the screen got damaged had a similar issues with a ds lite and turned out i tore the ribbon cable when trying to fix it
@lonewolfsurvival3453
Ай бұрын
@@takerhay2197 , yep that's exactly what it was. No harm though, $20 to replace the phone and even bought a second one in case it happens again.
@johnnya568
3 ай бұрын
Nice video. but I feel like I’m a time warp back to the 90s
@pandabear1961
Жыл бұрын
how do u get google mic to work and my phone didn't come with google or google assistant on it how do i get it on this phone i went to google play to download it it wouldn't download kept saying my phone was not connected to my google account which it is so.
@ymmp30
Жыл бұрын
How well does this work on T-mobile once unlockrd? Can i remove the browser? Add other apps?
@NOTSUSPICIOUS
8 ай бұрын
No unless you find compatible data
@AladdinSaneNYC
Жыл бұрын
Only with Tracfone though? A pity!
@sargera1
Жыл бұрын
imagine a 40 unlocked global samsung flip got a decent foe lol
@theredbobcat
Жыл бұрын
But it unlocks immediately after two months of service. And TracFone offers an $8.99/mo plan. So it's really just a $40 unlocked flip phone that takes 2 months to "deliver".
@zvirose4711
Жыл бұрын
does the tcl flip 2 come wirh the ability to install apks or do you need to install a custom rom or something
@j37634
Жыл бұрын
Bought this bad boy today. Set it up via the Walmart Family network which is believe uses Verizon towers. Now I have to completely learn how I can install apps on it. I already ran into issues as USB Debugging mode resulted in the "invalid MMI code" error. Any help would be great on this error! Thanks in advance.
@michaelzoran
9 күн бұрын
QUESTION: What is the difference between the TCL T408DL Tracfone that sells for $19.99 and the TCL T408DL Verizon that sells for $29.99? Their specifications appear to be identical. They have the same model numbers, too. I just want to know what the difference is. The phone will not be used for a "New" subscription; it will just be used to transfer from a recently broken TCL T408DL that looks the exact same as both of them.
@JoseBriones
9 күн бұрын
The Tracfone is technically blocked to not work on Verizon. The Verizon one is open to all networks.
@michaelzoran
8 күн бұрын
@@JoseBriones What you said about the Tracfone being technically blocked from Verizon was definitely true in the past. But is it still like that now that Verizon and Tracfone have merged? I read several Tracfones bragging how they now woreked with Verizon now that the companies joined together.
@Djseggi2023
5 ай бұрын
I still use a flip phone (lg classic) and everybody told me to buy this
@mohamedmostafamohamedmahbo5706
Жыл бұрын
is kaios will be dead soon ? looks like dumb phones manufacturers drifting away from it
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Not yet, but they need some greater adoption to be a viable platform in my opinion
@kerc
Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Thaty's a shame, KaiOS works nicely on the Alcatel Flip.
@sargera1
Жыл бұрын
@@kerc they keep on killin the api on it Now any device under ver3 cant even use wa and its beginning to look like dumb flipper Imaahine goin 300+ for an 800tough and u re not be able to use WA on it
@evtimstefanov8377
Жыл бұрын
Does it support viber or whatsup? And does it support voice calls there?
@JRivera815
2 ай бұрын
Can this phone be locked down for my autistic son who can’t be trusted to use internet and KZitem appropriately..?
@alyssaotero8032
4 ай бұрын
What do you mean by- "They will unlock it" ?
@JoseBriones
4 ай бұрын
You use it for 2 months on Tracfone. Then, you call and they will allow the phone to be unlocked. Unlocked means it can be used on any network other than Tracfone (T-mobile, AT&T, etc.)
@marioalberto9466
Жыл бұрын
Can I download whatsapp?
@One.AutumnLeaf
10 ай бұрын
Does this have bluetooth for use with headphones? Can I use this is a basic offline MP3 player?
@JoseBriones
10 ай бұрын
Yes and yes
@lilsmollness
Жыл бұрын
Are emojis available to text with? I couldnt tell from the video
@mtgates6477
5 ай бұрын
My mom just got one & having hard time with receiving & sending pictures in messages. It's a Straight Talk can't figure this out when her other flip phone worked fine..
@TLM860
Жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see this modded and how you did it!
@silasnewsome5329
Жыл бұрын
Have you worked on the video of modding this?
@b.walker5955
Жыл бұрын
When he says change it back here...he is pressing something on the keyboard but you cant SEE WHAT. Can you tell me what he is pressing? My texting is all AUTO FILLED.
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Star key! Sorry. * Key should do it.
@b.walker5955
Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Twinkle twinkle! ⭐ Thanks I got it!
@nomorebsforme
Жыл бұрын
Does it have speech to text available?
@ladumbdumb8161
8 ай бұрын
Only if it’s rooted
@kennyv1796
Жыл бұрын
My phone wont hang up after a call it stays connected all the time
@RetroBreezeYT
Жыл бұрын
There's a typo in your thumbnail btw- TLC vs TCL!
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Fixed :)
@scottd4610
Жыл бұрын
Can the phone be configured to stay connected during a call when using speaker phone and closing it? Both the Kyocera Duraxv and Sonim rugged phone have this useful feature.
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
It doesn’t have this feature.
@scottd4610
Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Thanks. That may be a useful feature to cover in future reviews. Appreciate your reviews.
@IM-eq9gx
Жыл бұрын
Actually, I believe it can work. If I remember correctly, mines is set to end a call with only the "end call/red button". So press the top left selector key while in a phone call to go into speakerphone mode, then just close the flip, and that's it. I'm less sure about this next one, but I think I also set the phone to answer calls with "any key", and when I receive an incoming call I just read the small display for callerID and press the "emergency/quick call" button to answer the call in speaker phone mode.
@spretten
2 ай бұрын
Would you review the TCL Onetouch 4041 too? I cant find any decent reviews of it, just a few unboxings that say nothing. Same with the TCL Onetouch 4043 (or maybe that's what this flip is called here? It looks very similar to this one.)
@farjadzaghi8137
Жыл бұрын
there is 4gb, 8gb and 16gb versions of the TCL Flip 2 on the market, also it is not clear to me if I gte the tracfone 16gb flip 2 will it work on tmobile once unlocked?
@IM-eq9gx
Жыл бұрын
It works on tmobile's 4G network just fine here in NorCal. Haven't brought it to SoCal or out of state. I have it as an emergency phone, but plan on dual-sim to the iPhone because it's too much hassle to keep checking battery level.
@craigjohnson8217
Жыл бұрын
Does it have an SD card slot ?
@anarchyarmy1766
3 күн бұрын
Does this work with cashapp
@gerardonovelo8098
Жыл бұрын
Great video! So only available locked trough TracFone? How much of a hassle is it to unlock? Would love to have this but I'm not from not the US.
@37hedwio29s
Жыл бұрын
After 60 days with TracFone, it should be unlocked.
@FrankDampier-f2h
Жыл бұрын
My folks just got this phone but are having problem sending calls (it’s off and on ) get message “call not sent” . If you turn power off and restart it corrects then goes back to “call not sent” quickly. Help!
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Defective phone. Ask for a replacement
@I_am_aguy.
2 ай бұрын
Im watching on tlc flip 2
@stevenvasquez5599
Жыл бұрын
Looking to get a phone for my kid. Does this device allow you to track the location of the device in case it gets lost or something ?
@ladumbdumb8161
8 ай бұрын
It does not but it’s 20 dollars so it’s easy to replace not the kid tho lol
@jessspencer6830
5 ай бұрын
It won’t hook up to hearing aids,and is to difficult to operate.
@justincase2281
Жыл бұрын
Is it fairly rugged? And easy to set up? Smart phones are a nightmare. Thanks much in advance of your answer.👍
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
It's fairly durable. Yes, it should be easy to set up.
@justincase2281
Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones Thanks much.👍
@donvito2682
8 ай бұрын
Customer support use to tell you how many minutes you have left on these phones..but they dont do that anymore. How am I suppose to know if I should buy another refill card or not. It shows that I have 0.14 GB left..I have no idea what that means!!
@skatcat743
Жыл бұрын
Please show how to upgrade the function of device. The website is unclear and shows how to remove not add features.
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
You’ll need to activate ADB by typing the code. Then, you can use ADB to add apps
@skatcat743
Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones ohh I found the other thread "596-alcatel-tcl-flip-2-t408dl" StarHashStarHashDEBUGHashStarHashStar then we can have fun with adb. Once we have adb we don't need to fastboot flash anything correct? The blog post and first forum thread I saw both had only flashing the trimmed os.
@ayyanrehman7912
Жыл бұрын
how can you add music from macbook to this
@xoxo-teresa
5 ай бұрын
thanks for a lovely review!
@lorenz681
7 ай бұрын
Will Google Assistant work to create a txt by voice? Old phone hold OK button down to open voice to allow creating txt and you can talk to it to fill in message
@JoseBriones
7 ай бұрын
Not on this device.
@I_am_aguy.
Ай бұрын
Why doesn't mine have the kaios store Google is telling me that it does have the kaios store is it because it uses Tracfone or how do I get the kaios store
@JoseBriones
Ай бұрын
This phone is Android, not KaiOS
@I_am_aguy.
Ай бұрын
@@JoseBriones ooooohhh
@lisetteacastaneda
Ай бұрын
Hi im considering this phone as i am truly trying to make the switch to flip phone from smart. I do however use whatsapp and see its possible but i am not sure how. Please make a video showing how to modify this phone to add apps like whatsapp and spotify
@nxel2
Жыл бұрын
Can't find it in Europe, only the go version
@A_N_McDaniel
2 ай бұрын
Does it have an expandable SD memory slot?
@A_N_McDaniel
2 ай бұрын
Also, does it have Hotspot capabilities?
@JoseBriones
2 ай бұрын
Yes for both
@supasounds2024
Жыл бұрын
how to change the time?
@Ladiistarch
Жыл бұрын
My screen is broken on mines but I need help to navigate to turn on my hotspot can anyone help me
@nomorebsforme
Жыл бұрын
Jose is this the t408 DL? I dont see any store to down any apps¿¿¿
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
You have to customize it yourself to make sure that apps work. Follow the github from neutronscott
@JuanLara-tj8em
Жыл бұрын
Just bought it and it barley makes calls. It keeps saying call not sent. Wouldn’t recommend unfortunately
@rerikm
Жыл бұрын
this thing only needs support for music streaming apps and maps. no social media not even the camera. please someone make a phone like this!!
@JeramyahMireles
Жыл бұрын
How do u answer or even get calls I bought a plan and now I just get notifications that I missed the call I don’t get the call and when I try to call it says call not sent
@oceanskye33
6 ай бұрын
I would like to know if it has speech-to-text. That feature is important to me 😂
@jc-rq8or
10 ай бұрын
I miss tracfone. Upgraded 2 years ago paying $20 or $30 for 3 months of service.
@Woo60
7 ай бұрын
Anyway you can turn the vibration off when you answer calls or call someone & they pick up
@alejandrogramirez3868
Жыл бұрын
Good to know .
@DidYouKnow_Facts-s1v
14 күн бұрын
do you have to pay a plan while waiting for the 60 days as tracfone doesn't work outside of the USA
@JoseBriones
14 күн бұрын
Yes. You have to have the plan active for 60 days in the US
@DidYouKnow_Facts-s1v
14 күн бұрын
@@JoseBriones Could I activate it outside of the US?
@JoseBriones
12 күн бұрын
Technically yes.
@AladdinSaneNYC
Жыл бұрын
When do you think KAIOS will finally bite the dust? 🙏♐
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
If the trend continues, probably in 3 years.
@ry2456
10 ай бұрын
Tried the Nokea 2780. So I would say not soon enough. HA!
@Zenguy89
Жыл бұрын
Hello, does this phone have emojis in messaging?
@jordanshaffer9101
Жыл бұрын
It runs android 11, is it possible to sync Google contacts?
@thelordofanime6150
8 күн бұрын
Can you watch youtube on it?
@JoseBriones
8 күн бұрын
Technically, yes.
@xiki1506
2 ай бұрын
Auto call recorder? 4g coberture or good coberture?
@bwiths
11 ай бұрын
Take a shot every time he says $20 lol😂😂😂
@lisaearley2863
Жыл бұрын
Can you download apps on this phone?
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
You have to modify it via a guide on GitHub. But yes after you have done that.
@tahirshinwari2776
Жыл бұрын
Sim lock any solution for this model
@douglasflores1462
11 ай бұрын
Thanks, please make a video for installing apps like whatsapp. Thanks in advance
@ry2456
10 ай бұрын
Does anyone know if it works with gsm networks when unlocked? Also podcasts? I am using a Nokia 225 that I actually like quite a bit. Just wish it would do group texts. I am enjoying not having any of the other stuff and just waiting to get home to use the computer as needed. BUT having the ability in a pinch to get a basic map, or check on business locations etc. would be acceptable because I don't see myself getting sucked into it. Tried a Nokia 2780 and Kios and multiple other thing about it's operation were so frustrating it wasn't worth it just to get group text. would not recommend that phone.
@JoseBriones
10 ай бұрын
It works with T-mobile and Verizon without issues. Podcasts can be done if you sideload apk, but it requires you follow a guide to unlock this capability on the device.
@ry2456
10 ай бұрын
@@JoseBriones Thank you so much. I appreciate what you do. I use att mvnos as T mobile historically has poorer coverage in the pnw. Might be worth a try though. I admire those with the knowledge or patience to learn to "hack" and modify this stuff. (Side load, root etc) For myself I don't know how much hassle its worth.
@user-dr7kb9yf1n
Жыл бұрын
Hey I been watching your videos because I wanna switch to a dumb phone to reduced social media. But I don’t know which one to get. Nokia 225 nokia 6300 nokia 2780. I’m just looking for one that it works because I heard Kaios freeze and isn’t good. I’m just looking for calls and Messenge. I live I’m the USA🇺🇸(CA) my carrier is T-Mobile
@ry2456
10 ай бұрын
I know this is way late but, I recomend the 225. It's main downfall is not group texting. I tried the 2780 and it froze/bogged. Also when scrolling contacts it only showed the first letter of the contact's name. how do you know what "A" stands for?
@samanthajenkins2036
11 ай бұрын
Can you download KZitem on that phone
@JoseBriones
11 ай бұрын
Not really
@danteharris3259
2 ай бұрын
Can you use q link with that phone
@samanthajenkins2036
11 ай бұрын
I have that phone. I bought the phone yesterday
@AskIveSolar
Жыл бұрын
Greetings Sir, Couple things I wanted to know. Charge Port and Sim card size? Any ball park on the unlock fee?
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
USB-C, Nano SIM, 60 days on the $15 plan. Then you call and can get it unlocked.
@AskIveSolar
Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones nice!! Thanks Sir
@torobche79
6 ай бұрын
Does it have a persian or an arabic keyboard?
@JoseBriones
6 ай бұрын
It doesn't.
@namdinh1540
4 ай бұрын
it had a web browser, why does your dumbphone finder website say that it doesn't have a web browser?
@JoseBriones
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for catching that mistake. I'll fix that!
@XGirlS-w9q
Жыл бұрын
are there phone cases available for this phone? I'm trying to bedazzle it
@IM-eq9gx
Жыл бұрын
I bought mines last year, and at that time there weren't any. I don't think they make cases for the feature-phone flip phones.
@amermaidwithinternetaccess1627
Жыл бұрын
I looked and didn't see any that were bedazzled at all. I did see a pink case but it was very textured and probably would be hard to put gemstones on.
@AbrahamGuerra-pc3dw
Жыл бұрын
Yes in amazon
@crollinsphoto
Жыл бұрын
Huge fail that the balance of your minutes are no longer on the phone when you turn it on. My mother in law is 87 years old, has no wifi of course and does not text, yet she is supposed to "send a text" with the word balance to get the balances? What was wrong with showing the balances when you turn on your phone? That was great for seniors
@askfordrodriguez3452
Жыл бұрын
Well it's actually the phones manufacturer decision to take that feature off from basic phones.
@LeSiZmOr
Жыл бұрын
Does "hey Google" work with this phone?
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
No
@hedayetcox
Жыл бұрын
Is this international version?
@btkocc
Жыл бұрын
Can this phone be unlocked and used overseas, outside the US? In the UK, or Turkey for example. If you know it'd help a lot!
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Yes. It should work outside of the US once unlocked.
@CraigSheppard
Жыл бұрын
Did Jose say "tethering"?! For 20 bucks?!
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Yep. The plan allows it and you can use hotspot if you purchase their monthly plan.
@shivachittiprolu635
11 ай бұрын
I wish this available in India.
@beardedentity
Жыл бұрын
Can it use WhatsApp?
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Not by default, but with the guides on Apps4flip it can install it.
@sargera1
Жыл бұрын
@@JoseBriones is it on kaoos 3 or above
@TLM860
Жыл бұрын
@@sargera1 no
@johnm5335
10 ай бұрын
How many times do we have to hear "Again for 20 dollars"
@JoseBriones
10 ай бұрын
Idk. Make it a drinking game :)
@CHEEZEY8091
7 ай бұрын
Would you recommend this over the cat s22 flip?
@JoseBriones
7 ай бұрын
If you need it for only the basics, yes
@buttercup5470
6 ай бұрын
Does this phone have voice to text an can KZitem be deleted?
@JoseBriones
6 ай бұрын
No. It doesn't have KZitem
@ctsfiddler
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic review
@sergiosomma7465
5 ай бұрын
Is the phone compatible with headphones?
@JoseBriones
5 ай бұрын
Yes
@BrianBull
Жыл бұрын
Light phone update as of yesterday, do you plan on doing a review video? I wish this update had a solution to displaying full podcast names and alphabetizing the "subscribed podcast" menu list. Any interview with Joe coming up? Thanks for all you do!
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
No video for the small update on the LP2. I’ll be making a larger video by the end of the month or early days of march when they release the calendar feature :) Interview with Joe will be around the same time as well.
@shmendy
Жыл бұрын
What does it take to get this phone unlocked for GSM Carrier?
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Buy it, use it on a Tracfone plan for 60 days, request unlock code.
@younggavi3738
Жыл бұрын
I purchased an unlocked flip 2 after watching this video. Multiple people from multiple sources at AT&T told me it is not compatible. I now have a TCL paperweight
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Try the SIM card. It varies by region, but it works for a lot of people. There are other AT&T carriers that may be more lenient on their requirements like Red Pocket as well. Finally, you can sell them for the same price since everyone looks for unlocked.
@younggavi3738
Жыл бұрын
I’ll most likely be selling it. I’ve already tried my AT&T SIM and it won’t work. I’ve been back and forth with tons of reps all day. They all say “it’s not a 4g device”. I’ve given up lol
@medleysa
Жыл бұрын
How much is it? He never mentioned the price. 😉
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
$20
@Subastand
Жыл бұрын
The tcl flip has finally come to my local region in Canada. I’m really considering it but just bought a new iPhone a few months ago. Should I get one as a second phone?
@JoseBriones
Жыл бұрын
Yeah. It’s never a bad idea to try it out :)
@NOTSUSPICIOUS
8 ай бұрын
I just bought one, typing on it now. As a backup it works well. Wifi calling i cant find tho, so a number is your route
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