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Comment on Would you rather lose all your money or all your data? in ~talk
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Comment on Sources: Nintendo targets 2024 with next-gen console in ~games
jaxoff Link ParentIn addition to what @stu2b50 said about the hardware, Nintendo also has an edge in software (the games). If you want to play Nintendo games, Nintendo consoles are the only way to do it (besides...In addition to what @stu2b50 said about the hardware, Nintendo also has an edge in software (the games). If you want to play Nintendo games, Nintendo consoles are the only way to do it (besides emulation). The vast majority of current Switch owners have not and will not consider the Steam Deck as an alternative cause you can't (easily) play Mario, Zelda, or Animal Crossing on it.
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Comment on What webhost and software do you use for your personal website? in ~tech
jaxoff LinkI'm definitely not as technical as everyone else here, but I use WordPress. It's easy enough for me to use, flexible enough for my use case, and cheaper than Squarespace. My site is a static...I'm definitely not as technical as everyone else here, but I use WordPress. It's easy enough for me to use, flexible enough for my use case, and cheaper than Squarespace. My site is a static portfolio. I host on Namecheap's shared hosting plan for $45/year and it works for me because I don't get much traffic.
If you're not a fan of WordPress I still recommend Namecheap as a host cause it's so cheap.
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Comment on <deleted topic> in ~talk
jaxoff Link ParentOn OnlyFans there is no way to discover new creators, and that is by design. No recommendation algorithm. There is a search box but it is only for finding creators whose names you already know (I...On OnlyFans there is no way to discover new creators, and that is by design. No recommendation algorithm. There is a search box but it is only for finding creators whose names you already know (I assume this is for privacy reasons). So OF models post on places like Reddit or Twitter to promote themselves and try to redirect viewers to their OF profile.
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Comment on <deleted topic> in ~games
jaxoff Link ParentJust to clarify, your comment has a misunderstanding of how AI image generators work. Yes, they need a dataset of images to train off of, but they are not "reassembling" those images into a...Just to clarify, your comment has a misunderstanding of how AI image generators work. Yes, they need a dataset of images to train off of, but they are not "reassembling" those images into a collage. The exact tech is not something I can properly explain but it's more like the AI is using the dataset as parameters to inform its outputs.
They are "original works" technically speaking. But I wouldn't say the AI has true originality like a human artist does. AI can only synthesize art from previous human works. It's up for debate in the courts whether or not this process is copyright infringement or if it's fair use.
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Comment on So what's the VR scene like for the people who have invested into it? in ~games
jaxoff Link ParentIt's a fun experience for an hour or two but I wouldn't play through the entire game in VR, just cause it's a little too disorienting at times. It's a really impressive mod though. Flying with...It's a fun experience for an hour or two but I wouldn't play through the entire game in VR, just cause it's a little too disorienting at times. It's a really impressive mod though. Flying with your jetpack is fun. Using the signalscope and scout launcher handheld feels good. It's the one of the most native-feeling VR mods I've played.
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Comment on On being a "doomer" about climate change in ~enviro
jaxoff Link ParentI'm pretty much a doomer in regards to reversing climate change, because obviously there's no way to fix the emissions that have already been caused. But I'd still argue for improving our...I'm pretty much a doomer in regards to reversing climate change, because obviously there's no way to fix the emissions that have already been caused. But I'd still argue for improving our situation. I'd rather our planet go to 80% or 90% shit instead of 100% shit. That 10-20% less shit is millions of lives that can be saved/improved.
I agree with you in that it's extremely hard to push for change. But I try not to slip into full blown apathy.
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Comment on What, in your opinion, are the best true wireless earbuds for the price? in ~tech
jaxoff Link ParentJust to clarify, not the base model Airpods, but the Airpods Pros. I have the Pros and they're great. I wouldn't recommend the base model Airpods to anyone though. There are better options at that...Just to clarify, not the base model Airpods, but the Airpods Pros. I have the Pros and they're great. I wouldn't recommend the base model Airpods to anyone though. There are better options at that price point that others have mentioned here.
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Comment on Calling all analog photographers and cinematographers of Tildes in ~creative
jaxoff Link ParentThanks! Yes, that is my dad. He's quite photogenic :)Thanks! Yes, that is my dad. He's quite photogenic :)
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Comment on Calling all analog photographers and cinematographers of Tildes in ~creative
jaxoff (edited )Link ParentI get what you mean, there's something to be said about just going out and shooting spontaneously that can be fun. For me it's like what @oxyacetalyne said, my favorite part of shooting film is...I get what you mean, there's something to be said about just going out and shooting spontaneously that can be fun. For me it's like what @oxyacetalyne said, my favorite part of shooting film is the memories that it creates! I've got some memories on my Instagram if anyone's curious. My most recent 3 posts are video projects but the rest is my film photography.
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Comment on Calling all analog photographers and cinematographers of Tildes in ~creative
jaxoff LinkI’m a cinematographer working with digital cinema cameras (I own a Kinefinity Terra 4K) but I do 35mm photography casually. I shoot on a Pentax SF10 because I got it for free from a neighbor many...I’m a cinematographer working with digital cinema cameras (I own a Kinefinity Terra 4K) but I do 35mm photography casually. I shoot on a Pentax SF10 because I got it for free from a neighbor many years ago and it works well enough for me to not spend money on something else.
I stopped during the pandemic (cause I wasn’t traveling and spending time with friends, which are my main inspirations for photography) and haven’t gotten back into it. But your post reminded me I should!
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Comment on Recommend lesser known YouTube channels that make well designed videos in ~tech
jaxoff Linkmeeptop - 40.8K subscribers. Film/TV analysis and essays. Well-thought out and well-argued opinions and a solid backlog of videos to go through. Recommended videos (spoilers for all media...meeptop - 40.8K subscribers. Film/TV analysis and essays. Well-thought out and well-argued opinions and a solid backlog of videos to go through. Recommended videos (spoilers for all media mentioned): Was HBO's The Last of Us Really Necessary?, The Fatal Flaw of Glass Onion, Chicken Little is Neoliberal Propaganda
Leon Talks a Lot - 45.5K subscribers. Gaming video essays. Used to make mostly COD Zombies videos (which are still good) but has recently branched outside of that, which makes me curious to see where he goes next. Recommended videos: This Character Has Made People Religious, The Most Accurate Depiction of an Addict in Video Games, The Subtle Horror of Kino der Toten
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Comment on Good, quality YouTube channels? in ~tech
jaxoff (edited )LinkThis list should last you a year of content binging. It's long so if you can only check out a few, I'd watch Jacob Geller, People Make Games, LEMMiNO, EmpLemon, and Solar Sands. Gaming Jacob...This list should last you a year of content binging. It's long so if you can only check out a few, I'd watch Jacob Geller, People Make Games, LEMMiNO, EmpLemon, and Solar Sands.
Gaming
- Jacob Geller - Mostly gaming but with a heavy philosophical approach and dives into existential topics as well. Highly recommend.
- NakeyJakey
- Leon Talks a Lot - A newer creator but makes great analysis. His newest video is a good watch.
- Razbuten
- People Make Games - Fantastic gaming journalism/documentaries.
Gaming Honorable Mentions
- FUNKe - On the shorter side but his animation is top-notch.
- tomatoanus - Very detailed speedrun explained videos.
- Game Maker's Toolkit - Game analysis from a game design perspective. Diving into the mechanics of games and how they work/don't work.
- Boulder Punch - Focused on horror games.
- Jack Sather
- Burback
General Essays/Documentaries
- Defunctland - Documentaries about extinct theme parks and related entertainment experiences. His video on the Disney Channel Theme is his best, at the very least you should watch that one.
- LEMMiNO - Fantastic editing and presentation, and the topics he covers are really interesting. Every video is a must watch.
- EmpLemon - My description for LEMMiNO applies to EmpLemon as well. I recommend his "New Coke" video or either of his NASCAR videos.
- Solar Sands - Same vein as EmpLemon but with a focus on art.
General Honorable Mentions
Niche/Educational
- Philosophy Tube
- Some More News - Funny but educational deep dives into current events and what's wrong with our world in general.
- Climate Town - Entertaining video essays on climate change.
- JCS Criminal Psychology - Examinations into the psychology of criminals via analysis of interrogation tapes. This guy's videos are so good he created a whole new genre of YouTube content.
- Coffezilla - Investigating and exposing scams and fraudsters.
- Not Just Bikes - Videos about good urban planning and European city design, and how North America can take inspiration from Europe to better design its cities.
- Modern MBA - Examines the business strategies of modern companies. Very educational and good background content while you do other things.
- Technology Connections - Educational videos on technology (new and old). Explaining how they work, how they may have affected future technological developments, and ways in which they can be improved.
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Comment on Why Nintendo games never go down in price, according to Satoru Iwata in ~games
jaxoff Link ParentFor the Costco deal, if you don't have a membership they'll charge you a 5% fee, which amounts to $4.50.For the Costco deal, if you don't have a membership they'll charge you a 5% fee, which amounts to $4.50.
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Comment on Bags and backpacks! What do you look for, what do you use? in ~life.style
jaxoff LinkI use a Rains Backpack Mini. It's sleek looking, made of high quality waterproof material, and has just enough space for my 13in laptop, 40oz water bottle, and a couple other cables/tech things. I...I use a Rains Backpack Mini. It's sleek looking, made of high quality waterproof material, and has just enough space for my 13in laptop, 40oz water bottle, and a couple other cables/tech things. I don't need much space. It also helps that my work gave me it for free.
If you like that sort of look but need more space/pockets they have plenty of other options.
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Comment on A "low-risk" AMA thread for everyone in ~talk
jaxoff Link ParentDo you have a good resource for learning music theory (for lack of a better word)? I'm messing around in Ableton and have a good grasp of the software and can make music with drums and melodic...Do you have a good resource for learning music theory (for lack of a better word)? I'm messing around in Ableton and have a good grasp of the software and can make music with drums and melodic samples. But I am completely stuck when it comes to making my own melodies.
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Comment on Looking for beta testers for my Tildes.net iOS app! in ~tildes
jaxoff Link ParentTesting out a reply from the app now that special characters are fixed. Thanks!Testing out a reply from the app now that special characters are fixed. Thanks!
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Comment on Looking for sustainably designed anti-fast fashion brands in ~life.style
jaxoff Link ParentThis is opening up a different can of worms, but I'd argue that $1.2 billion would be better spent by the government on climate policy, social programs, etc. instead of letting billionaires like...This is opening up a different can of worms, but I'd argue that $1.2 billion would be better spent by the government on climate policy, social programs, etc. instead of letting billionaires like Chouinard be the ones who decide our future, despite any altruistic intentions they may have. I'd recommend watching the video I linked, Adam Conover does a better job arguing this than I can.
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Comment on Looking for sustainably designed anti-fast fashion brands in ~life.style
jaxoff Link ParentTo be fair, while Patagonia is one of the better companies to buy clothes from, Yvon Chouinard's ownership change isn't quite as altruistic a move as it seems. TL;DR: By changing ownership this...To be fair, while Patagonia is one of the better companies to buy clothes from, Yvon Chouinard's ownership change isn't quite as altruistic a move as it seems.
TL;DR: By changing ownership this way instead of giving the company to his kids, Yvon Chouinard avoids paying $1.2 billion in taxes. And while 98% of Patagonia's shares were donated to the HoldFast Foundation (which Chouinard himself founded), the remaining 2% (which are voting shares that control the company) were given to the Patagonia Purpose Trust, which is controlled solely by Chouinard and his family. So they will still retain control of Patagonia. The company might still be good but the ownership change is mostly a marketing move.
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Comment on Cozy games in ~games
jaxoff Link ParentAs someone who got into FromSoft through Elden Ring, FromSoft games feel like a breath of fresh air compared to other action games, especially AAA ones. I can see how once you’ve experienced...As someone who got into FromSoft through Elden Ring, FromSoft games feel like a breath of fresh air compared to other action games, especially AAA ones. I can see how once you’ve experienced FromSoft, everything else pales in comparison and you may have a hard time enjoying other action games.
Good points. I forgot that data includes passwords, so losing my vault of random passwords would be worse than losing the $2000 in my bank account. I can always make that back.