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Recently Virgo Lady made a comment or posed a question ? not really sure. But I felt the question was valid and deserved a response.it was " Well the website will take some time as the intent is not to duplicate anything here as I think that this site serves its purpose. But the other site is to provide real-time information from authoritative sources. Such as covid news, power disruption, and relevant news that directly affects everyday life. Plus contain articles from professionals about things we can use on a day to day basis. Such as information on data roaming and how to avoid large roaming charges. To clarify, this information will be provided by professionals in that field, not people giving opinions. Because information here seems to be fragmented amongst various site such as multiple governmental departments, we are trying to integrate API"s that will leverage IBM's Watsons AI/Machine Learning to gather and disseminate the information into a simplified display. Alone with this and other openAI projects, I am hoping that the website will be able to provide relevant information to each user based on their location and preferences. Because of the complexity of the tech used it will take several months to develop and test the API"s. So dont expect anything soon. As far as I am concern and my relevant experience. I have been trained in Satellite and data communications including cryptography and internet security. I have received training and worked with both foreign and domestic governments in those areas. Along with this, I have worked integrating those technologies in other industries, such as Green Energy sector, and global telecommunication. Unfortunately with the rapidly development of AI and machine learning, most of my training is now redundant and currently engaged in research and development into new markets, which is why I am currently in Mexico. Currently just finished up on a project to develop new tools using 3D printing and awaiting for the covid situation to improve so I can move it into the marketing stage in the US. So that is where I am and now that I have responded as I felt I should, I am going back to utilizing my skillset where its probably best served like finding a good solution to everyday problems like data roaming and data collection. As far as Vigo Lady is concerned, I am sure you are a very nice person and look forward to seeing you forwarding the conversation.

Sounds like some one is upset because they were called out on their own BS. I already said the site was not up and running. But its nice to see the lengths some people will go just to discredit another user. So instead of just trying to attack me personally, why dont you just try and add to the conversation. You never know, you might like it. Just saying. Otherwise, just take a seat back and let the people with pertinent knowledge time to answer the questions, As that's what I am planning from now on. Yes I know that I probably should just let it slide, but it was a blatant attack, not even an attempt to vail it as constructive.

Fair enough, if in fact the CFE is underbilling me, then I have no problem with paying it, which I have already said. But I also think that its fair enough when I said that I was not aware of any issues other than someone trying to sell me a meter. Plus I am also new to the region, so I have no idea of what the normal rates are. So its not unrealistic to rely on my wife to know since she has lived here all her life. Its also makes more sense to take her advice over a strangers. I am not sure why everyone here insists on being experts on the issue and know better than actual Mexican citizens. You have issued a warning and I heeded it. Anything after that is really my problem. So lets move on. Because its becoming clear the main issue here is its pointless to discuss issues in a reasonable fashion with out everyone taking offence to something. "There is no point in arguing with some people as you cant change their mind and they refuse to change the subject" seems to be the main plot here. If it isn't, it certainly over shadows any of the real concerns.

Thanks Angus for the definition. But I am not really certain I understand at whom this is directed? Is it just an open statement? As I am under the impression that if I am billed for a service, I am required to pay for the service as it shows on the bill. To which I do. But it seems as though people here believe that its up to consumer to investigate any bill to determine if the company properly billed them. If over billed, I can completely understand. But if I under bill a customer for a service, I certainly don't fault the customer. I look at it as my error, not theirs. So are the laws here different? Just asking people, so try not to get all riled up, as even when I make an effort to apologize, it seems to piss some one off.

That was not the intent. So to those who are offering help, yes, thank you, I do appreciate it. I maybe confusing questioning the logic and push back. So to the ones that feel as though I am intentionally hurting their feelings, it wasn’t intended. So I apologize for that. As for me, I don’t take things personally, so I sometimes forget others do.

Case in point. Thank you Vigo Lady as you are proving the point very nicely. I never question the credibility of the person, just the view point. Neither have I claimed to be an expert in this area. But you have chosen not only to attack my spelling but also my character. This only showcases the mind set here. As far as Elon goes, I am pretty sure his accomplishments far exceed yours. So who are you to diminish his?

lol, I have no problem with the answers if they have good intent. In fact I rather enjoy having my views challenged. Because any belief that can not withstand criticism is not much of a belief. But what seems to be happening here is that everyone seems to be looking to detract from one another. So how do you find help or offer help in an environment where useful people are drowned out by others that just want to hurt some one else. I have nothing to gain or lose other than my time. But my intent was to try and learn and understand, so granted that I maybe too controversial for a site like this, which is understandable. But I am not sure I have anything to offer either. As these conversation don't seem to engage any problems with any thing other than spiteful comments. Knowing the failings of man has no benefits.

Obviously I took the warning seriously enough to investigate, which I have stated numerus time. The fact that its still and issue, show that there is a lot of selective reading which just diminishes the credibility.

I will try and respond to questions asked as I think that is the polite thing to do, But I think I will try and avoid the decent into madness that most here seem hell bent on doing.

Yes I understand that I am responsible, I also do realize that I don't understand the way things work here, so I rely on my wife probably more than I should. But I have been watching the meter to see if it is registering and talking to others. Seeing as this site is known for people attacking each other for no reason, you will understand if I don't give a lot of confidence to the remarks. So sorry but creditability is a little questionable. Which is sad, because that's what people need when they come to a site like this. Also yes, I have probably given more time to this site than I should. As crazy as this might sound, but I was trying to be optimistic about this site, I was hoping for more than just people looking for a reason to attack one another. But its starting to look like that hope was naïve, as people seem to take anything with promise and descend it into nothing more a reflection of the worst in man. For all those that are wondering, I am here to develop a new start up, but its nothing of any value to anyone on the site. As we are trying to set up a research and development company here that will bring good employment. But the test project is already completed and because of the covid issues in Canada, I have decided to wait it out here until it gets better. So it has left me with a little time on my hands. So I have been looking for other projects to keep myself busy while I wait. The other website was a good idea but because its using advanced tech like AI, a lot is outside of my skill set, so its being worked on by a company in the Ukraine. So again I am in the waiting stage. But, worry not, as much as I would like to have my views challenged here, because I think its important to try and learn from each other, I do have another project that I might focus on instead. As I hate to say it, but I am questioning my reasoning for making the other site, as it seems people here are hell bent on destroying anything of any benefit. I will finish the site because the tech is valuable and AI is the future but wither I make it available is up for debate.

Lol, yes I was hopeful when Starchoice first arrived, but was brief on the problems it had. StarLink wont have the same issues with weather and beta testing has shown good result in the worst of conditions.

Never said they were trying to rip you off. I think it’s just business. Whatever the market will bare as they say. Fact is I live very modestly. Truth is, we have a completely different idea of fair market value, so my wife does most of the work, because I would unknowingly over pay for everything. What I consider reasonable she considers outrageous. So I would completely understand if they did have a gringo tax, because I wouldn’t know anyway. I pay what I consider a fair price, which is what we all do. But that is by Canadian standards. Unfortunately as a Canadian I have been conditioned to over pay for everything.

Thank you. As I never said it read as zero, another poster stated that. Unfortunately the bill is in Spanish and I can’t find where the usage amount is. but I am not sure why it’s a big deal, I am looking into it and if there is a problem, I will get the CFE to correct. I get it, people don’t like change or someone challenging the status quo. So to those who are offended by previous posts, well, that’s unfortunate, people may not always agree with what I say, as I don’t always agree what others say, but it is just my view point. I won’t apologize for having one and wouldn’t expect anyone else to apologize for theirs. but in any case, if the attempt was to hurt my feelings, well you will need to try harder. I have faced criticism in a national level newspaper. So I doubt a conversation here will change that.

Ok, that probably is hitting closer to home. As I am wondering if there is a gringo tax here. Because the only time we get lower than average bills is when its in my wife name as she is a local. But if I try and do anything in my name the cost is a minimum 4 times higher. Plus when I went to look at buying a house, the prices were way off the prices she was getting. Plus there is some program for Mexican like a social credit that makes the cost of the house cheaper. No idea what that is but not going to argue. When I try and talk to my wife, she just says Mexico is corrupt and that's just the way it is. Then I smile and say yes, Mexico is corrupt but at least they are honest about it.

Lol, thanks. I am sure if my bill was overly high, this would make more sense. But as it stands, we are just renting until we can have a house built. When we do, solar or wind will be playing a vital roll. Until then, the landlord says it good, the wife who is Mexican, says its good, and the neighbors say its good. In fact everyone I have spoken with other than on this site said not to worry about it. So, like I said, I will look into it, but until I hear from the CFE, I am going to continue to assume its all good. As far a alt energy goes, I am glad its working out for you. Because once we build, I am hoping to be completely self sufficient and off grid. Currently we are looking at some systems, but I will also be building some of my own, as current solutions don't cover everything I am hoping to do. I am also very excited for Starlink to get here. Big fan of Elon.

I am starting to wonder if people here are just looking for something to argue about? because I am not sure why a CFE bill would cause such a stir. So relax people, I will figure it out and when I do. that will be that. As I was just curious about why people were trying to convince other people in the area to change a meter that is only a couple years old.

well to quote or paraphrase Scotty from Star Trek " Dammit Jim I am a Satellite/Communications specialist, not a appliance repair man" So no, I generally don't do a home energy audit, especially if I am told that the bill is perfectly normal by people living here.

Thankfully my conscience is absolutely clear. I pay the bill as its sent to me. If the meter or something was altered or changed without my knowledge and has been that way long before I got here, which it would have been, since billing history shows it has been the same amount every month over the last year. Then I am not sure how this would in any way mean that I am robbing the electrical company. I am looking into it, but at the same time I am doing what every consumer is expected to do, I pay the bill with the amount shown.

I think that is an aggressive statement suggesting that I am "robbing the electric company" . I moved here in October and looked at the billing history for the last year, so far it has been consistent. But if I owe for electricity I use, then I have no problem paying for it. As for now, they send me a bill and I pay it. No robbing is going on. If there is a mistake, which at this point I have no indication that there is other than they are sending me cheaper than expected bills. Then I will work to get it resolved. I do find it more concerning that you stated " I was not the owner of the house, so he was stuck with a massive amount to pay. I moved". So I think that maybe you are projecting on to me the fact that you feel guilty of letting your landlord get stuck with the bill for the electricity you used.

No expectations of an explanation of government actions, as most cant be explained, but all good. I will leave it at that as we have gone so far of topic, I will need a map and a compass to get back. lol But I do deal with Scotia Bank and have been watching my account for the $5 charges. I was surprised to find out that Scotia here is not the same as in Canada, as that was the main reason I bank there. Every country I have been too, I could always find the familiar Scotia logo. Seeing as I travel a lot, there was a certain comfort in knowing that no matter where I was, I could always find a branch.

Sorry it took me a couple of days to get my head around the idea of hiring an electrician to find out why I don't pay enough. As that to me sounds like hiring a mortgage broker to find out why my landlord doesn't charge me more for rent. But I appreciate everyone's concern, as the more I look into this, the more it seems as though this is more an issue of incompetence than anything else. As I first though it was weird that a company was going around telling people they need to change their meters at a cost of $2k peso. I thought it might be like a scam we had back in Canada a while back where a company was convincing people to change from Ontario hydro to a private provider, promising lower rates. Then after a couple months jacking up the rates to double. What it looks like what has happened is the meters here that the CFE installed are under reporting the usage and the CFE has no way of knowing what the usage is. So they are quietly trying to convince people to change them at their own expense. When they do, the meter start reporting the proper usage and they are getting higher bills. But I will keep looking into it and let you know.

But also this is not a hill I want to die on as the measures already violate the constitution and are being challenged in court. https://www.jccf.ca/understanding-your-rights-and-freedoms-in-a-world-filled-with-fear/ https://www.jccf.ca/justice-centre-sues-federal-government-for-forcible-confinement-of-travellers/ https://science.sciencemag.org/content/367/6485/1436.2

I am not sue it does, as the old isolation measures we already in effect, plus the only flights cancelled are from Mexico and the Caribbean. All other flights from areas that have uncontrollable variants are still operating. So if we are concerned about travelers returning, then why not all flights?

As they should be. Cancelling flights hurts the Mexican tourism industry for no reason other than to punish those that want to escape the winter in Canada. There is no evidence that shows what they are doing will curtail the spread. This is a knee jerk reaction because Canadian politicians we caught vacationing while telling people to stay home.

That's good to know, the area we are in is new and its being developed in an area that is mostly fields with old buildings being torn down to be replace with new condos. But it is clean and very secure. Its caters to what I would consider the middle class. It has pools and very big parks that cater to every need. In fact its about as close to Canadian living standards that I have seen anywhere in Mexico. Houses are modern in design and very comfortable. Low in energy consumption and is making me question my original plan of building a home here.