Briefly Explaining on Instagram: "#The X post features a DIY hack gluing a blue flip-flop to a US-style plug adapter, extending it to allow access to a European wall switch without unplugging devices. Posted by South African user @pmcafrica on December 11, 2025, it highlights resourceful improvisation for common outlet frustrations, amassing 1.4 million views and mixed replies including laughs and spam ads. This low-cost fix echoes global trends in household hacks, though safety concerns like fi
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Briefly Explaining on Instagram: "#The X post features a DIY hack gluing a blue flip-flop to a US-style plug adapter, extending it to allow access to a European wall switch
When traveling to Europe, it can be frustrating to constantly unplug devices to access wall switches. However, a resourceful South African user has shared a brilliant DIY hack to extend your US plug adapter, allowing for a hassle-free connection to European outlets. By gluing a blue flip-flop to a standard plug adapter, you can create a ...
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