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Comment on Philips Hue will force users to upload their data to Hue cloud in ~tech
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Comment on So what team do you support? in ~sports.football
the_wind_effect LinkAston Villa here. Been a long few years since we've seen real consistent performance in the Premier League but hopefully Emery can keep us well inside the top 10 this season.Aston Villa here. Been a long few years since we've seen real consistent performance in the Premier League but hopefully Emery can keep us well inside the top 10 this season.
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Comment on Any Tildes android app? in ~tildes
the_wind_effect Link ParentI suspect some of it is people worrying that any app created wouldn't necessarily adhere to the design philosophy of the site. E.g. The comment box being after all of the other comments is a...I suspect some of it is people worrying that any app created wouldn't necessarily adhere to the design philosophy of the site. E.g. The comment box being after all of the other comments is a deliberate design decision to promote people reading the other comments first and I have already seen a couple of examples of third party "apps" with it above the existing comments.
As the developer of RiF is a prominent figure here I expect that app will follow the philosophy so don't think the "no app" crowd has too much to worry about.
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Comment on Formula 1 race weekend (Austrian GP) thread in ~sports.motorsports
the_wind_effect Link ParentCheco had enough pace to ensure he was in track limits. If you know track limits are tight at least set a bit of a banker lap. IMO this qualy performance is worse than any he has lost out on due...Checo had enough pace to ensure he was in track limits. If you know track limits are tight at least set a bit of a banker lap.
IMO this qualy performance is worse than any he has lost out on due to pace.
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Comment on Can we cross the UK's 2nd largest city without using a single road? in ~hobbies
the_wind_effect Link ParentHe's done well to stick to his formula and not increase the pacing or become too sensationalist. He's also very down to earth and happy to show the failures and challenges. Most of the time on...He's done well to stick to his formula and not increase the pacing or become too sensationalist.
He's also very down to earth and happy to show the failures and challenges. Most of the time on YouTube you see people doing these crazy things and make it look easy / normal.
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Comment on Why Britain's curry houses are in decline in ~food
the_wind_effect Link ParentI think the variety and quality of food has improved. My parents, in their 60s, can still recall going to "the first Indian restaurant in the town" or "the first Chinese takeaway". At that time it...I think the variety and quality of food has improved.
My parents, in their 60s, can still recall going to "the first Indian restaurant in the town" or "the first Chinese takeaway". At that time it was traditional British food only. I think a lost of people grew up with those two as the only non-british food available.
Now, as you say, you can easily get more authentic Indian and Chinese food along with Thai, Vietnamese, Mexican, etc.
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Comment on Ripples through Reddit as advertisers weather moderators strike in ~tech
the_wind_effect Link ParentI think when the 3rd party apps shutdown it might be a larger impact. I know when I'm bored I almost automatically open up Reddit Is Fun and scroll. I can't see myself getting the official app and...I think when the 3rd party apps shutdown it might be a larger impact.
I know when I'm bored I almost automatically open up Reddit Is Fun and scroll. I can't see myself getting the official app and having to actually browse will probably be enough of a hurdle for me to stop / drastically reduce my usage.
When RiF, Apollo, etc stop then it will be interesting to see what the numbers look like.
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Comment on F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix discussion in ~sports.motorsports
the_wind_effect Link ParentDefinitely not. Not to that level anyway. I wonder if it was just the track suiting them and Alonso having a bad weekend or are they the second best car now?Definitely not. Not to that level anyway. I wonder if it was just the track suiting them and Alonso having a bad weekend or are they the second best car now?
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Comment on Taskmaster | Series 16 lineup announcement in ~tv
the_wind_effect Link ParentThanks for that! Still finding my way round here!Thanks for that! Still finding my way round here!
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Comment on Taskmaster | Series 16 lineup announcement in ~tv
the_wind_effect (edited )LinkTaskmaster is great! I enjoyed the most recent series, wasn't my favourite but definitely some great moments. I really liked seeing another side to Frankie Boyle. Spoiler I thought Mae was...Taskmaster is great!
I enjoyed the most recent series, wasn't my favourite but definitely some great moments. I really liked seeing another side to Frankie Boyle.
Spoiler
I thought Mae was hilarious too and a worthy winner.
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Comment on F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix discussion in ~sports.motorsports
the_wind_effect Link ParentGood to see there is a bit of interest! I agree with pretty much everything. Tsunoda was harshly done to. Shame the rain never materialised but some good midfield battles. Hopefully this is the...Good to see there is a bit of interest!
I agree with pretty much everything. Tsunoda was harshly done to.
Shame the rain never materialised but some good midfield battles. Hopefully this is the start of a Mercedes resurgence and they can challenge for a win or 2 by the end of the year.
Even on a bad day for Alonso he could've belated Stroll if he'd wanted to.
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Comment on F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix discussion in ~sports.motorsports
the_wind_effect Link ParentYep, we've started taking bets what lap Verstappen/red bull are going to come up with an issue over the radio!Yep, we've started taking bets what lap Verstappen/red bull are going to come up with an issue over the radio!
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Comment on F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix discussion in ~sports.motorsports
the_wind_effect Link ParentThere are lots of cars out of position, hopefully it make the race exciting!There are lots of cars out of position, hopefully it make the race exciting!
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Comment on Reiza release AMS2 v1.4.8 RC in ~games
the_wind_effect LinkReiza have release the latest RC for AMS2. The significant physics changes (applied to a limited list of cars in this update) really do improve the feeling of this sim. The cars behave much more...Reiza have release the latest RC for AMS2.
The significant physics changes (applied to a limited list of cars in this update) really do improve the feeling of this sim. The cars behave much more progressively on grip loss due to braking or throttle application.
Also, the Catalunya GP circuit has been added in time for this weekend's Spanish GP. It is a great combo with the updated F-Ultimate Gen2.
The updates will be applied to all cars in the next update, scheduled for 4-5 weeks.
Cars updated in this release:
CLASSES WITH COMPLETE V1.5 PHYSICS REVISIONS:
-Formula Retro Gen1 (all models)
-Formula Retro Gen2 (all models)
-Formula Retro Gen3 (all models)
-Formula Classic Gen1 (all models)
-Formula Classic Gen2 (all models)
-Formula Classic Gen3 (all models)
-Formula Classic Gen4 (all models)
-Formula Inter
-Formula USA 2023
-Formula Ultimate Gen2
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Reiza release AMS2 v1.4.8 RC
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Comment on F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix discussion in ~sports.motorsports
the_wind_effect LinkMy podium prediction: 1: Verstappen 2: Alonso 3: Perez I can't see anyone touching Verstappen this weekend, and I think Alonso has the beating of Perez. The Haas has looked quick in practice, so...My podium prediction:
1: Verstappen
2: Alonso
3: PerezI can't see anyone touching Verstappen this weekend, and I think Alonso has the beating of Perez.
The Haas has looked quick in practice, so maybe an outside chance of a double points finish for them.
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Comment on F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix discussion in ~sports.motorsports
the_wind_effect (edited )LinkF1 heads to Spain, minus chicane, to continue the 2023 season! Can anyone beat Verstappen? Will Alonso win in front of his home crowd? Will there be any other surprises? Weekend schedule: Practice... -
F1 2023 Spanish Grand Prix discussion
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Comment on What have you been eating, drinking, and cooking? in ~food
the_wind_effect Link ParentI'll check it out, thanks. That is the great thing about making your own dough and cooking from home, I just make an extra one or two to experiment with. If it doesn't work, just throw another one...I'll check it out, thanks.
That is the great thing about making your own dough and cooking from home, I just make an extra one or two to experiment with. If it doesn't work, just throw another one in with something you know you like!
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Comment on What have you been eating, drinking, and cooking? in ~food
the_wind_effect Link ParentI have a Roccbox and totally agree. I haven't got a mixer yet, but I made dough for 10 pizzas at the weekend and my arms were knackered by the end! What are some good toppings you've discovered? I...I have a Roccbox and totally agree. I haven't got a mixer yet, but I made dough for 10 pizzas at the weekend and my arms were knackered by the end!
What are some good toppings you've discovered?
I stumbled upon a recipe for blue cheese, mozzarella, pancetta, and caremalised onions (no sauce base). It was really good!
Another "not hue" but other smart bulb user. One great feature that is just easier than the manual alternatives is setting timers for lights to come on / off at specific times while you're out or on holiday.
It's easy to do, and you can check when you're away that the lights did actually come on at the time you wanted etc.