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Comment on Twitter blocks links to rival Threads, while CEO downplays reports of traffic decline in ~tech
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Comment on The Password Game in ~tech
msnws LinkI accidentally killed Paul! What a bummer... Thanks for posting this! It was a fun distraction from my normal workday for a bit lol. I'll have to get back and try again soon. Anyone know how if...I accidentally killed Paul! What a bummer... Thanks for posting this! It was a fun distraction from my normal workday for a bit lol. I'll have to get back and try again soon.
Anyone know how if there's a way to search YouTube videos by length?
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Comment on I wanna hear your music! in ~creative
msnws Link ParentThanks so much! You're more than welcome to sample anything you like if it strikes your fancy, lol. If you're referring to that final section in LALB, it's just a lot of layering of my voice and...Thanks so much! You're more than welcome to sample anything you like if it strikes your fancy, lol.
If you're referring to that final section in LALB, it's just a lot of layering of my voice and other synths basically lol. My poor laptop struggled with that one.
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Comment on I wanna hear your music! in ~creative
msnws Link ParentThanks! Wondering if you're referring to the little lead line in Myopia Mirror here? It's actually a synth! I sort of challenged myself on this project by sticking mostly to synth sounds, so...Thanks! Wondering if you're referring to the little lead line in Myopia Mirror here? It's actually a synth! I sort of challenged myself on this project by sticking mostly to synth sounds, so everything that's not a voice/drum sample/other obvious sample are all synths actually.
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Comment on I wanna hear your music! in ~creative
msnws Link ParentThanks for the kind words! I've actually never heard of either lol. I'll definitely check the both of them out though. Any starting points you'd recommend?Thanks for the kind words! I've actually never heard of either lol. I'll definitely check the both of them out though. Any starting points you'd recommend?
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Comment on I wanna hear your music! in ~creative
msnws LinkI just released my first EP a couple of months ago! It's kind of a blend of synth-pop, and psychedelia, with some house influence. I'd say it's somewhat reminiscent of the "chillwave" stuff from...I just released my first EP a couple of months ago! It's kind of a blend of synth-pop, and psychedelia, with some house influence. I'd say it's somewhat reminiscent of the "chillwave" stuff from the 2010s. I'll drop a couple links.
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3hQGVH0BNa0eT1Uc6BUrL8?si=hK9vLGLoTwOPFpKhyMDR9A
https://violetnoisemusic.bandcamp.comLooking forward to checking out everyone else's music once I get the chance!
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Comment on Andrew Tate charged with rape and human trafficking in Romania in ~news
msnws Link ParentAgreed. As someone who has had a former friend get into him, and who also has to deal with his "fans" on occasion (not by choice, they're not exactly family but akin to family), I find it so...Agreed. As someone who has had a former friend get into him, and who also has to deal with his "fans" on occasion (not by choice, they're not exactly family but akin to family), I find it so frustrating to watch people endlessly praise this guy. I don't understand it in the slightest and it sucks to think about the ideas these people likely condone because they support him.
It's hard to say whether it's hatred or ignorance that draws people to him, but if I had to guess, it's some combination of the two. I've given up on trying to change minds a long time ago, but the irritation still lingers.
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Comment on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom discussion in ~games
msnws Link ParentFor what it's worth, I'm about 40-45 hours in and have largely felt that Ascend is one of my least used powers. Climbing still factors very heavily into the way I approach the game, but it's now...For what it's worth, I'm about 40-45 hours in and have largely felt that Ascend is one of my least used powers. Climbing still factors very heavily into the way I approach the game, but it's now only one particular method of getting somewhere. It feels as though the developers had a big interest in giving the player a huge variety of ways to move vertically very quickly (something you'll likely find as you progress further and experiment with various Zonai devices).
While it's definitely unfortunate that the section of the game you mentioned limits you in that manner, I feel as though your pinecone technique seems far more true to the experience I've had with the game since progressing a little further. See a great height? Here's a ton of different ways you can approach it, have fun.
On a separate note, I do think that I'm also underutilizing Ascend just a bit. I think that the less linear approach to solving things with Ascend (the same approach that makes the other powers feel satisfying to use) almost requires me to stretch my brain in a way I'm not used to when it comes to other games, but maybe that's just me.
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Comment on Redditors of Tildes, which subreddits are you missing the most during the blackout? in ~tech
msnws LinkA big one for me is /r/ADHD. As someone with a relatively new diagnosis, it was a godsend. A lot of good information on medication, supportive posts, etc. Overall, it was a nice corner of the...A big one for me is /r/ADHD. As someone with a relatively new diagnosis, it was a godsend. A lot of good information on medication, supportive posts, etc. Overall, it was a nice corner of the internet that helped me feel a little less alone as I figure everything out.
The sub actually isn't blacked out from what I can tell, but I'm refusing to go on Reddit and likely will be indefinitely, so it's been difficult to walk away lol
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Comment on What do you use for note taking/writing? in ~creative
msnws Link ParentApple Notes is my preferred solution as well. In fact, I use it for mostly everything. For me, it's a highly intentional choice. I spent way too much time a few years ago bouncing between...Apple Notes is my preferred solution as well. In fact, I use it for mostly everything. For me, it's a highly intentional choice. I spent way too much time a few years ago bouncing between different tools and seeking a "perfect" productivity system. After some time (as well as an ADHD diagnosis, medication, and therapy) though, I realized that these tools and over-complicated systems were aiding in my procrastination.
I moved to Apple Notes in an effort to simplify my approach to being organized. I keep notes, checklists, and more in there and usually stick to searching for things rather than organizing via tags or folders. The urge to procrastinate via perfectionism creeps in every once in a while, but I try to push through when it does.
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Comment on What RSS feeds do you use for tech news? in ~tech
msnws Link ParentI’ve been using Reeder 5 lately and enjoying it. Doesn’t seem quite as feature rich as NetNewsWire, but it’s really polished and pleasant to read on. I suppose the other downside is that it’s not...I’ve been using Reeder 5 lately and enjoying it. Doesn’t seem quite as feature rich as NetNewsWire, but it’s really polished and pleasant to read on.
I suppose the other downside is that it’s not free, but I’ve still enjoyed my time with it.
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Comment on What is the most recent game to really impress you? in ~games
msnws Link ParentYes! I played the Mile Morales sequel not that long ago and really enjoyed it. It was a little strange at first because I was just coming off of the 2018 God of War, so the combat was a huge...Yes! I played the Mile Morales sequel not that long ago and really enjoyed it. It was a little strange at first because I was just coming off of the 2018 God of War, so the combat was a huge adjustment, but once everything clicked for me it really clicked. Fantastic game. Can't wait for the sequel this fall.
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Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music
msnws LinkBeen listening to a lot of electronic music lately to become more acquainted with some of the various genres under the greater "electronic" umbrella. I most recently really enjoyed The Prodigy's...Been listening to a lot of electronic music lately to become more acquainted with some of the various genres under the greater "electronic" umbrella. I most recently really enjoyed The Prodigy's Music for The Jilted Generation.
Very cool album with an interesting blend of electronic/rave music with metal riffs and punk ethos.
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Comment on Introductions | June 2023, part 1 in ~talk
msnws Link ParentAlways glad to another Chicagoan too! I have to say you're missing some peak Chicago summer weather right now! I'm not originally from here myself. I actually grew up downstate, but fell in love...Always glad to another Chicagoan too! I have to say you're missing some peak Chicago summer weather right now!
I'm not originally from here myself. I actually grew up downstate, but fell in love with the city after visiting so many times. Eventually moved here after college and haven't looked back. For all of the annoyances (worsening public transportation, harsh winters, etc.) I love the city to death.
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Comment on Introductions | June 2023, part 1 in ~talk
msnws LinkHello everyone! I’m a graphic designer living in Chicago. Aside from design, some of the things I enjoy include making/producing music, video games, reading (I seem to be in a perpetual state of...Hello everyone! I’m a graphic designer living in Chicago. Aside from design, some of the things I enjoy include making/producing music, video games, reading (I seem to be in a perpetual state of falling off of reading and picking it back up again) and running. I have many more interests than that, but I don’t want to make this post too long lol.
2023 has been an interesting year for me in regards to social media. I’ve become more and more aware of how destructive it can be to my mental health at times, so I’ve been trying to find slower, more thoughtful means of online communication. Between Mastodon and now Tildes, I feel like I’ve potentially regained some level of sanity when it comes to online platforms.
Looking forward to participating in some real discussion here. Nice to meet you all!
Not a surprise at all. If I recall, Twitter previously blocked links to Mastodon as well. Just one more temper tantrum in the face of a threat to their business, I suppose. Though this threat actually seems real unlike whatever thread Mastodon may have posed some months ago.
I find Yaccarino's claims of booming traffic pretty funny though. It's certainly a strategy...