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  1. Comment on Ableton Push 3 in ~music

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    PS: If you're in the US, you could check out Thomann too. They're a big retailer in Europe that ships stuff over to the US, and most things are way cheaper!

    PS: If you're in the US, you could check out Thomann too. They're a big retailer in Europe that ships stuff over to the US, and most things are way cheaper!

    2 votes

  2. Comment on Ableton Push 3 in ~music

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    MusicRadar Review: https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/ableton-push-3 Summary: The new MPE pads are responsive, versatile and easy to use, adding multidimensional polyphonic expression. Push 3 can...

    MusicRadar Review: https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/ableton-push-3
    Summary:

    • The new MPE pads are responsive, versatile and easy to use, adding multidimensional polyphonic expression.

    • Push 3 can now run Ableton Live within the hardware itself in standalone mode, without needing a computer.

    • The jog wheel and navigational controls allow Push to trigger clips and scenes without using the pad grid, giving more flexibility.

    • The MPE pads turn Push into an expressive playing surface, allowing even non-musicians to create musical passages.

    • The drum capabilities with MPE can be both realistic for acoustic kits and creative by using the X and Y axis for effects.

    • In standalone mode, Push offers the full Ableton Live experience without third-party plugins.

    • Projects can be transferred seamlessly between standalone and desktop modes using WiFi.

    • The new audio interface capabilities give Push expanded I/O options.

    • The bundled Live Intro feels a bit limited given the high price of the standalone version.

    • Overall, Push 3 finally lives up to being called an "instrument" thanks to the MPE pads and standalone mode.

    2 votes

  4. Comment on Neeva.com is shutting down in ~tech

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    Thanks for elaborating. Wouldn't having to scrape from multiple search engines + having a vps setup in a specific region add to the latency? If it's not too bad, I'd be interested in exploring...

    Thanks for elaborating. Wouldn't having to scrape from multiple search engines + having a vps setup in a specific region add to the latency? If it's not too bad, I'd be interested in exploring that option!

    1 vote

  5. Comment on Neeva.com is shutting down in ~tech

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    Curious how you have your self-hosted searxng set up. Is it on a vps? And can it also pull from kagi? I'm wondering if there's a way to refine results further if you can pull from multiple search...

    Curious how you have your self-hosted searxng set up. Is it on a vps? And can it also pull from kagi? I'm wondering if there's a way to refine results further if you can pull from multiple search engines...

    2 votes

  6. Comment on Neeva.com is shutting down in ~tech

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    No wonder it didn't bode well for them :)

    No wonder it didn't bode well for them :)

    3 votes

  7. Comment on Another update to Kagi plans - More searches and unlimited AI interactions for subscribers in ~tech

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    You beat me to posting the link ;) If you've used Kagi previously, and were grandfathered into their early adopter plan, you get more searches. I think 1500 searches a month for $10 is quite...

    You beat me to posting the link ;)
    If you've used Kagi previously, and were grandfathered into their early adopter plan, you get more searches. I think 1500 searches a month for $10 is quite reasonable! Glad to see them capitalize on the Neeva exodus. I'm thinking unlimited Universal Summarizer usage is pretty generous!

    3 votes

  8. Comment on Neeva.com is shutting down in ~tech

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    I'm curious if you've noticed any improvements to Kagi's search after their recent updates addressing that. I just might return to Kagi!

    I'm curious if you've noticed any improvements to Kagi's search after their recent updates addressing that. I just might return to Kagi!

    3 votes

  9. Comment on Neeva.com is shutting down in ~tech

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    I've been using Neeva for a couple months now after Kagi's recent pricing update and their metered tiers. This announcement came out of the blue, but I guess the writing was on the wall when they...

    I've been using Neeva for a couple months now after Kagi's recent pricing update and their metered tiers. This announcement came out of the blue, but I guess the writing was on the wall when they removed existing features (spaces, personalized searches, etc.) earlier this year in an effort to pivot to LLMs to make it sustainable.

    3 votes

  11. Comment on Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025 in ~tech

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    Will Microsoft be providing security patches after 2025 like how Apple does with macOS Rapid Security updates?

    Will Microsoft be providing security patches after 2025 like how Apple does with macOS Rapid Security updates?

    1 vote

  12. Comment on Tiny, cheap smart speakers unlocked the rise of digital payments in India in ~finance

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    That's a very valid point, I hadn't considered that. I guess it makes sense to have a system where credit cards co-exist with the UPI system. It does seem worth it for reducing the friction for...

    That's a very valid point, I hadn't considered that. I guess it makes sense to have a system where credit cards co-exist with the UPI system. It does seem worth it for reducing the friction for transactions between friends & family as you mentioned! I'd love to dig deeper at some point and grok how the system works...

    1 vote

  13. Comment on Tiny, cheap smart speakers unlocked the rise of digital payments in India in ~finance

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    It is indeed specific to just India, unfortunately.

    It is indeed specific to just India, unfortunately.

    2 votes

  14. Comment on Nebula opens up lifetime subscriptions - $250US in ~tech

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    I'm sold! Just got myself a lifetime :) Thanks for your comment!

    a very well curated version of YouTube with extra content.

    I'm sold! Just got myself a lifetime :) Thanks for your comment!

    4 votes

  15. Comment on Nebula opens up lifetime subscriptions - $250US in ~tech

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    Has anyone had any experience with Nebula? I've been eyeing some courses, but haven't pulled the trigger yet.

    Has anyone had any experience with Nebula? I've been eyeing some courses, but haven't pulled the trigger yet.

    6 votes

  16. Comment on Tiny, cheap smart speakers unlocked the rise of digital payments in India in ~finance

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    I love this! I had a chance to take a trip to the Himalayas recently, and it was EVERYWHERE! From tiny shops to big retailers, I just can't believe the rest of the world hasn't caught up yet....

    I love this! I had a chance to take a trip to the Himalayas recently, and it was EVERYWHERE! From tiny shops to big retailers, I just can't believe the rest of the world hasn't caught up yet. Imagine cutting out the middle-man (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc) and the mom-and-pop stores don't have to pay a 3% fee to accept cashless payments :)

    3 votes

  17. Comment on GPT-4 announced in ~tech

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    Gosh, I don't know why but I just have this sinking feeling of dread...O_o

    Gosh, I don't know why but I just have this sinking feeling of dread...O_o

    5 votes

  18. Comment on Flight deal services? in ~tech

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    Looks like they've rebranded to 'Going' which is an unusual term from an SEO perspective. I'll check out Mighty Travels too, thanks!

    Scott's Cheap Flights

    Looks like they've rebranded to 'Going' which is an unusual term from an SEO perspective. I'll check out Mighty Travels too, thanks!

    1 vote

  19. Comment on Flight deal services? in ~tech

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    Thanks for sharing your experience! +1 on not having to monitor the prices constantly :)

    Thanks for sharing your experience! +1 on not having to monitor the prices constantly :)

    1 vote

  20. Comment on Update to Kagi Search pricing in ~tech

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    I've used Hyperweb on my iPad to change my search engine to a custom one. I think it should support any search engine since it uses a query string and replaces part of it with your input!

    I've used Hyperweb on my iPad to change my search engine to a custom one. I think it should support any search engine since it uses a query string and replaces part of it with your input!

    2 votes