And I would cladly take 4:3 ration over any 16:9/16:10 ration screens. As I LOVE to use device in vertical direction instead just in horizontal and I want to see more from webpages without scrolling.
The 4:3 is great for pads.... give me a iPad with 12-15" screen and I would be very happy with it as drawing board.
You can orient the 16:9/10 screens vertically or horizontally just fine. In fact, I use my tablet vertically 90+% of the time and would lose out on that benefit with an iPad. 4:3 just doesn't make sense to me when most devices (and a lot of content) in the world has switched over to something closer to 16:9.
Their point doesn't become invalid just because you don't use the functionality. There are plenty of things that get used by plenty of other people, but I just don't care about personally... like video chat as a whole. That doesn't invalidate its use, by any means.
I actually developed an app for Android using the x86 version to get it going, bought an Archos tablet, and realized it was impossible to make the damn thing not laggy and unnatural feeling... okay, shitty tablet/android combo I think... so I just went shopping for tablets at local stores... if you can show me an android tablet that doesn't feel laggier than WoW over a 2400 baud modem I'll consider what you're saying, but the reality of it is, Android fucking sucks for user interfaces on every table I've seen.
So what did I do? Put a PC running Windows in my boat, cost was about the same as a decent tablet and my setup is... far more robust.
Android tablets suck, sorry to break the hearts of fanboys everywhere, but your suggestion is a non-starter for anyone who isn't just 'OMGZ IT RUNZ LINUX' and actually cares about how it works.
I'll agree that you'll get more bang for your buck from a computer, over a tablet. That is, assuming your use case doesn't preclude an actual computer. As for the performance, you're either greatly exaggerating or you have no clue what you're talking about. I cannot speak for every model, but in general the honeycomb tablets run smoothly. I can't say I've never had a hiccup with the UI, but definitely not what I'd call sluggish.
The problem is that the new zero value is still an estimate. Maybe the battery dies when it says 3 miles remaining. While I agree that a person should be smart enough to know it cannot be trusted, people put too much faith in those numbers. "I think I can make it to . The computer says I have X miles remaining." I admit I've done it a handful of times with the on-board computer for my old gas guzzler. Then, there is also the fact that 5mi up-hill != 5mi down-hill.
I'm sorry, is the consumer the only person that matters?
The creators of something have the right to determine how it's distributed. If they, for some odd reason, want to restrict reading of a book to happen only if you're impaled in the ass on a giant purple dildo, that's their right.
Why should the consumer of a product be more respected than the creator?
You're correct in that they get a choice as well. However, as the customer, we're paying them for it. If they want to receive money for their work, there have to be some mutually agreeable conditions. If they sign an exclusive, fine. They're choosing to potentially alienate every other customer.
I couldn't care less about the deal, but in principle I prefer to see more choice than less.
I can say something similar about Gnome/KDE. Which category did it just shove this app into? Maybe it put it in the wrong category. I can see at least one app right now in my Gnome that isn't correct. Both can be adjusted for user preference. Me personally, I prefer the Windows approach. Put it in an alphabetical list. Makes it easier to find and subsequently place it where I actually want it.
Steve Jobs lost me as a supporter when he started following the Microsoft playbook. Although he is much more important to the computer world than Bill Gates ever will be (Steve Jobs actually had some original ideas) he's still one of the most overhyped individuals over the past 30 years.
I wish him well as a person, but I can't say I support any of the directions he's taken technology since he's made to move to close everything off.
Good or bad, think what you want about Bill Gates and how things were ran. I may not even disagree. However, his importance shouldn't be ignored. With him at the head, MS became what it is. Not all of it bad, but definitely not all good. But, there are a lot of things that would of been different without him around.
It might have something to do with the fact that a 1 dvd at a time (+streaming) subscription costs $15.98/mo for Netflix. If they don't care about the streaming, Blockbuster's subscription is cheaper.
I understand the issue, and I don't agree with the screening. However, I also feel you should be responsible for your choices. Fix it, avoid it, or live with it. Don't get all the way up to the screening and then bitch about it. You knew before hand it was coming.
There are always choices.. There are these things that float on water, I forget what they're called. It'll come to me.
As it is right now.. choosing to fly = choosing to get screened. Don't like it? Fix the law.
AS someone who refuses to be radiated without a medical reason, and then, ONLY by trained medical staff who have a license to operate a device that produces ionizing radiation, I don't think you understand how opting out works.
It is impossible to do so without making a scene.
Actually, in this case it would of been simple. Choose an alternative method of travel. Done. The law is what it is. Do I agree with it? No. Am I going to comply with it, if I decide to fly on a plane? Yes. It is part of the "cost" of plane travel in the U.S.
Just like any other law, you don't break all the ones you don't agree with and consider it ok. You either avoid the situation, deal with the law, or fight the law. You don't assume you and yours can be an exception because you disagree.
I think it comes down to the fact that the if you're going to board a plane, the groping is a potentially required process. You're free to take a bus, train, car, or whatever else. You, or your parent(s) in this case, decided to fly on a plane. That decision requires a screening, whether or not you agree.
While the scenario makes perfect sense, and was what I thought might be a possible reason, this isn't the right solution. The correct solution would be to not allow the old versions to connect. The end result is similar, you need the new version to continue using Skype. The execution is different because you're not forcing the new version down their throat without a warning.
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How do you dispute a ticket for that, without constant in-car video surveillance proving that you weren't on the phone?
I'm pretty sure cell carriers keep detailed call logs.
And I would cladly take 4:3 ration over any 16:9/16:10 ration screens. As I LOVE to use device in vertical direction instead just in horizontal and I want to see more from webpages without scrolling.
The 4:3 is great for pads.... give me a iPad with 12-15" screen and I would be very happy with it as drawing board.
You can orient the 16:9/10 screens vertically or horizontally just fine. In fact, I use my tablet vertically 90+% of the time and would lose out on that benefit with an iPad. 4:3 just doesn't make sense to me when most devices (and a lot of content) in the world has switched over to something closer to 16:9.
But, opinion is just that. Enjoy your 4:3.
The issue with this is that in the US, most of the big carriers don't have separate pricing for non-subsidized phones.
Their point doesn't become invalid just because you don't use the functionality. There are plenty of things that get used by plenty of other people, but I just don't care about personally... like video chat as a whole. That doesn't invalidate its use, by any means.
Because you want fluid controls?
I actually developed an app for Android using the x86 version to get it going, bought an Archos tablet, and realized it was impossible to make the damn thing not laggy and unnatural feeling ... okay, shitty tablet/android combo I think ... so I just went shopping for tablets at local stores ... if you can show me an android tablet that doesn't feel laggier than WoW over a 2400 baud modem I'll consider what you're saying, but the reality of it is, Android fucking sucks for user interfaces on every table I've seen.
So what did I do? Put a PC running Windows in my boat, cost was about the same as a decent tablet and my setup is ... far more robust.
Android tablets suck, sorry to break the hearts of fanboys everywhere, but your suggestion is a non-starter for anyone who isn't just 'OMGZ IT RUNZ LINUX' and actually cares about how it works.
I'll agree that you'll get more bang for your buck from a computer, over a tablet. That is, assuming your use case doesn't preclude an actual computer. As for the performance, you're either greatly exaggerating or you have no clue what you're talking about. I cannot speak for every model, but in general the honeycomb tablets run smoothly. I can't say I've never had a hiccup with the UI, but definitely not what I'd call sluggish.
The problem is that the new zero value is still an estimate. Maybe the battery dies when it says 3 miles remaining. While I agree that a person should be smart enough to know it cannot be trusted, people put too much faith in those numbers. "I think I can make it to . The computer says I have X miles remaining." I admit I've done it a handful of times with the on-board computer for my old gas guzzler. Then, there is also the fact that 5mi up-hill != 5mi down-hill.
I'm sorry, is the consumer the only person that matters? The creators of something have the right to determine how it's distributed. If they, for some odd reason, want to restrict reading of a book to happen only if you're impaled in the ass on a giant purple dildo, that's their right. Why should the consumer of a product be more respected than the creator?
You're correct in that they get a choice as well. However, as the customer, we're paying them for it. If they want to receive money for their work, there have to be some mutually agreeable conditions. If they sign an exclusive, fine. They're choosing to potentially alienate every other customer.
I couldn't care less about the deal, but in principle I prefer to see more choice than less.
I can say something similar about Gnome/KDE. Which category did it just shove this app into? Maybe it put it in the wrong category. I can see at least one app right now in my Gnome that isn't correct. Both can be adjusted for user preference. Me personally, I prefer the Windows approach. Put it in an alphabetical list. Makes it easier to find and subsequently place it where I actually want it.
Only 4g hotspot is limited to 5gb.
where the sun rises at 11 PM and sets at 12 AM.
What kind of freakishly short day is that?
Steve Jobs lost me as a supporter when he started following the Microsoft playbook. Although he is much more important to the computer world than Bill Gates ever will be (Steve Jobs actually had some original ideas) he's still one of the most overhyped individuals over the past 30 years.
I wish him well as a person, but I can't say I support any of the directions he's taken technology since he's made to move to close everything off.
Good or bad, think what you want about Bill Gates and how things were ran. I may not even disagree. However, his importance shouldn't be ignored. With him at the head, MS became what it is. Not all of it bad, but definitely not all good. But, there are a lot of things that would of been different without him around.
Actually, if you're in public.. you do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy. If you're in-doors on private property, sure.. expect away.
Because the THEORY of God is merely a man-made attempt to explain what we don't understand and control society.
Everyone has their own choice to make on the matter.
I can only speak for what I see. I have two options for my Netflix membership. Streaming for $7.99 or Streaming + DVD for $15.98.
It might have something to do with the fact that a 1 dvd at a time (+streaming) subscription costs $15.98/mo for Netflix. If they don't care about the streaming, Blockbuster's subscription is cheaper.
You own the physical media, and you are given the right to install it. However, you don't own WoW.
I believe the intent was, scientist = nerd. A subtle difference, that wouldn't exist mathematically.
*golf clap*
I understand the issue, and I don't agree with the screening. However, I also feel you should be responsible for your choices. Fix it, avoid it, or live with it. Don't get all the way up to the screening and then bitch about it. You knew before hand it was coming.
There are always choices.. There are these things that float on water, I forget what they're called. It'll come to me. As it is right now.. choosing to fly = choosing to get screened. Don't like it? Fix the law.
AS someone who refuses to be radiated without a medical reason, and then, ONLY by trained medical staff who have a license to operate a device that produces ionizing radiation, I don't think you understand how opting out works.
It is impossible to do so without making a scene.
Actually, in this case it would of been simple. Choose an alternative method of travel. Done. The law is what it is. Do I agree with it? No. Am I going to comply with it, if I decide to fly on a plane? Yes. It is part of the "cost" of plane travel in the U.S.
Just like any other law, you don't break all the ones you don't agree with and consider it ok. You either avoid the situation, deal with the law, or fight the law. You don't assume you and yours can be an exception because you disagree.
She wasn't arrested for a refusing a patdown. She was arrested for being belligerent.
And in an unrelated Slashdot story, it's the 40th Anniversary of the Stanford Experiment.
Funny me, I thought the anniversary was next month..
I think it comes down to the fact that the if you're going to board a plane, the groping is a potentially required process. You're free to take a bus, train, car, or whatever else. You, or your parent(s) in this case, decided to fly on a plane. That decision requires a screening, whether or not you agree.
As a kid, the punishment would of definitely hurt. Especially so, if my parents had to shell out for a fine.
While the scenario makes perfect sense, and was what I thought might be a possible reason, this isn't the right solution. The correct solution would be to not allow the old versions to connect. The end result is similar, you need the new version to continue using Skype. The execution is different because you're not forcing the new version down their throat without a warning.