Yes, I really just link to goo.gl. Why? Because it's an Economist article, which sits behind a paywall. So I instead funnelled the article through Pocket service -- a common way to break paywall -- so that most readers see an unpaywalled version of the story. Now, getpocket [dot] com wouldn't make much sense to others, but goo [dot] gl will make it clear to people that the link has been shortened.
If you have chanced upon a better story, and you would like us to run it here, please submit it or tip us here or on Twitter? We largely rely on the submissions readers make. At present, I see a story about EPA, and another story about Zuckerberg hiring Clinton's pollster in the firehose.
How do you expect us to run the stories you would like to see on the front page when you don't alert us about it?
Not all of those leaks. Around this time of the year, Apple picks WSJ, or Bloomberg, or NYTimes to share about the upcoming iPhone. The idea is to see people's reaction, it's Apple's way to test the water. If the reaction is mostly positive, they go ahead with the features described in the report.
Hi,
We don't run all the ask slashdot requests, certainly not those that seem offtopic. But every once in a while, it's good to check with people what they are watching, and reading. Fair enough you could ask these questions on Reddit. But then, this reader wants to know what other Slashdot readers have to recommend.
That said, thanks for the feedback, we will keep it in mind.
Cheers,
Hey,
WSJ has been doing some exceptional reporting (I'm only talking about tech) lately. We still try to avoid paywalled sources -- WSJ, NYTimes, FT, AFR -- and sites that have policy against ad-blocking -- Wired, for one. But when these websites have exclusive coverage of something (or best reportage/analysis), we can't ignore them. Think of NYTimes' exclusive on Uber's greyballing, WSJ's Theranos coverage. In such cases, we see if any syndicated partner has the same story, but more often than not, they don't post thing for two-three days (and they don't post all the stories). We still scan through other outlets that have rewrote the story and see which one makes the best case. Should we do something differently? We're always listening.
You guys are the best. Seriously, reading the comments on Slashdot has been one of the things I have deeply enjoyed and cherished for years. Everyday, I learn something new. Everyday, someone shares anecdotes that often changes -- and always broadens -- my perspective on things. You guys are really smart, passionate, funny, and empathetic.
It's actually a week-old story, but I only spotted it today. (It wasn't pitched by any reader.) Apologies for running what seems like an old story, but we found it important enough to run it. Thanks.
True. From the hardware standpoint, every component works like nothing else on the market. The trackpad is a great example. Over the past two years, some Windows OEMs have gotten better, but trackpad was always a cesspool on their laptops.
Also, apologies for all the typos and incomplete thoughts, I wrote that thing really quickly and posted it from phone.
That's pretty much why I like and use Apple products. I have used three laptops in the past 14 years: a high-end HP laptop, a mid-range from Lenovo, and the MacBook Air. HP's laptop worked fine for two years, but things started to get messy after that. Opening more than half a dozen tabs on Chrome would turn the laptop into a room-heater. Ubuntu never really worked with issues on that laptop. Lenovo's laptop worked fine for four years, but it started to run into same issues after a point. I have been using the MacBook Air (2013) for last three and a half years and I have had zero issues with it. It just works every single time. I would like to give something else a try as soon as this device dies. Windows 10 and Ubuntu run better on Paralles (a VM) on the MacBook Air than any laptop I have tried them on.
It took me less than three days to feel home on OS X (now macOS). Coming from Ubuntu and Windows, things were a lot different, but my impression OS X is just a dumbed down version of Windows in terms of complications. Everything is in right front of you. While I see no use of Siri that they introduced last year, and all the bells and whistles around PiP, and things like having two windows placed side-by-side, working on OS X has never made me feel frustrated. Again, for the things I need a laptop for, the MacBook Air has continued to deliver, so I have no reason to look elsewhere.
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LOL
Thanks for bringing this to our attention. We have fixed your modding points. Also, thanks again for pointing out errors in the story.
Thanks, appreciate it.
We're aware of the story. But we need credible sources to corroborate the claims before we run it here.
Could you please recommend some?
Yes, I really just link to goo.gl. Why? Because it's an Economist article, which sits behind a paywall. So I instead funnelled the article through Pocket service -- a common way to break paywall -- so that most readers see an unpaywalled version of the story. Now, getpocket [dot] com wouldn't make much sense to others, but goo [dot] gl will make it clear to people that the link has been shortened.
Fixed it, thank you so much. Sincere apologies for the error.
Fair point -- edited the headline. Thanks.
If you have chanced upon a better story, and you would like us to run it here, please submit it or tip us here or on Twitter? We largely rely on the submissions readers make. At present, I see a story about EPA, and another story about Zuckerberg hiring Clinton's pollster in the firehose. How do you expect us to run the stories you would like to see on the front page when you don't alert us about it?
I used one of mine :)
Damn, does Snape die? He seemed like a nice person.
Meh
speaking of which, https://medium.com/@timanglade...
I agree. The same story is also published in The Guardian. I think that gives it more credibility.
Not all of those leaks. Around this time of the year, Apple picks WSJ, or Bloomberg, or NYTimes to share about the upcoming iPhone. The idea is to see people's reaction, it's Apple's way to test the water. If the reaction is mostly positive, they go ahead with the features described in the report.
Hi, We don't run all the ask slashdot requests, certainly not those that seem offtopic. But every once in a while, it's good to check with people what they are watching, and reading. Fair enough you could ask these questions on Reddit. But then, this reader wants to know what other Slashdot readers have to recommend. That said, thanks for the feedback, we will keep it in mind. Cheers,
Hey, WSJ has been doing some exceptional reporting (I'm only talking about tech) lately. We still try to avoid paywalled sources -- WSJ, NYTimes, FT, AFR -- and sites that have policy against ad-blocking -- Wired, for one. But when these websites have exclusive coverage of something (or best reportage/analysis), we can't ignore them. Think of NYTimes' exclusive on Uber's greyballing, WSJ's Theranos coverage. In such cases, we see if any syndicated partner has the same story, but more often than not, they don't post thing for two-three days (and they don't post all the stories). We still scan through other outlets that have rewrote the story and see which one makes the best case. Should we do something differently? We're always listening.
You guys are the best. Seriously, reading the comments on Slashdot has been one of the things I have deeply enjoyed and cherished for years. Everyday, I learn something new. Everyday, someone shares anecdotes that often changes -- and always broadens -- my perspective on things. You guys are really smart, passionate, funny, and empathetic.
It's actually a week-old story, but I only spotted it today. (It wasn't pitched by any reader.) Apologies for running what seems like an old story, but we found it important enough to run it. Thanks.
Bwahahahahaha, no.
Thanks for pointing it out. I have fixed the summary and headline. Apologies for the error.
I could have never thought of it. Insightful perspective. Thanks for sharing.
True. From the hardware standpoint, every component works like nothing else on the market. The trackpad is a great example. Over the past two years, some Windows OEMs have gotten better, but trackpad was always a cesspool on their laptops.
Also, apologies for all the typos and incomplete thoughts, I wrote that thing really quickly and posted it from phone.
That's pretty much why I like and use Apple products. I have used three laptops in the past 14 years: a high-end HP laptop, a mid-range from Lenovo, and the MacBook Air. HP's laptop worked fine for two years, but things started to get messy after that. Opening more than half a dozen tabs on Chrome would turn the laptop into a room-heater. Ubuntu never really worked with issues on that laptop. Lenovo's laptop worked fine for four years, but it started to run into same issues after a point. I have been using the MacBook Air (2013) for last three and a half years and I have had zero issues with it. It just works every single time. I would like to give something else a try as soon as this device dies. Windows 10 and Ubuntu run better on Paralles (a VM) on the MacBook Air than any laptop I have tried them on.
It took me less than three days to feel home on OS X (now macOS). Coming from Ubuntu and Windows, things were a lot different, but my impression OS X is just a dumbed down version of Windows in terms of complications. Everything is in right front of you. While I see no use of Siri that they introduced last year, and all the bells and whistles around PiP, and things like having two windows placed side-by-side, working on OS X has never made me feel frustrated. Again, for the things I need a laptop for, the MacBook Air has continued to deliver, so I have no reason to look elsewhere.
You're welcome.