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  1. While, I wish they would have disclosed the practice, I'm not even mad...

  2. Quite simple: Stop replacing good with unused on Your Love of Your Old Smartphone Is a Problem for Apple and Samsung (wsj.com) · · Score: 1
    As the title suggests, Stop replacing features people use with features people don't care about.
    • You got rid of my IR port, traveling or using devices is great with that. One of the main reasons I have not upgraded my Note 4.
    • You got rid of my built-in RF modulator. Great for traveling, just tune radio to what your phone is set... even talk over radio. N900
    • Find a way to support replaceable batteries while being waterproof
    • Stop changing the form factor, let our cases, screen protectors, charging cables, otg, hdmi, etc all work with new gen models
    • Have drastic changes if you want us to buy more
    • Don't expect existing customers to fill your bottom line unless the updated device is spectacular
    • Fix your bugs before deploy, S8+ has a static sound while in motion, and other bugs that should have never passed Q/A
  3. Re:Hardware slogging. on Chrome OS Could Be Getting Containers for Running Linux VMs (zdnet.com) · · Score: 1

    I would be surprised if this was virtualization for containers. Think more of lxc, docker, etc.

  4. I got my hat today. on Elon Musk's Boring Company Delivers $600 Flamethrower (theverge.com) · · Score: 1

    I got my hat today. I feel like they waited for the flame thrower numbers before they sent out the hats. I'll probably invest in that and wear it around as I believe in the mission.

  5. Article didn't mention any control groups on Sleep Deprivation Disrupts Brain-Cell Communication, Study Finds (npr.org) · · Score: 1

    I didn't read the pay-walled study, but the article and /. post didn't mention a control group.
    Maybe the repeated same activity was slowed down over those channels because the exercise had already been done, new paths were created and the brain didn't need to follow the old route anymore. I would want to know the difference from repeating an activity the next day, vs doing it the next day with sleep.

  6. While I love SoftEther and the VPNGate project... if all traffic from x-node is going to the same route, it likely is a VPN.  The next phase of VPNGate is to make bouncing nodes and fake traffic with a huge number of servers or cloud providers.  Have real, popular, sites hosted on the same https paths, etc.  Have those sites implement a push notification system on them, so there is always a constant need for open sockets, etc.  I'm just throwing out ideas, but SoftEther, alone in it's current state would not be enough.

  7. Re:I canceled my acct, rated app low, and sent a m on Netflix Says No To Unlocked Android Smartphones (androidpolice.com) · · Score: 1

    I should have cancelled them when they blocked me from using them from a VPN. They care more about geo-fencing content than user privacy. Especially in today's world where we learn that our fears of spying are true.

  8. Only if you trust the APK source. I foresee the APK sources being flooded with modified APKs to steal credentials or install malware.

  9. I canceled my acct, rated app low, and sent a msg on Netflix Says No To Unlocked Android Smartphones (androidpolice.com) · · Score: 1

    I canceled my account, lowered my review and description, and sent a detailed message up the chain through their support about how it's a ad idea.

    Why can I use Netflix on a privileged PC but not a rooted phone?

    Not having updates on rooted devices through the play store will force users to download Netflix updates through untrusted sources which could be modified to steal credentials.

    DRM has a history of not stopping piracy, just annoying users and reducing battery life.

    I root my androids to do advanced mounting and linking of apps beyond what standard app2sd can do.

    They lost me as a customer, but also they have not cared about a functional app on non-touch devices. I've been messaging them for a while about supporting play/pause with the space bar or multimedia keys on wireless USB keyboards and not forcing mouse use. There is a hack you can use, press left or right to move navigation forward and back, then pressing ok while the ui is up. It still is not user friendly, but allows quicker pausing.

    I felt bad for Netflix after the leak and extortion with Orange is the New Black as they were one of the good guys. Now they are SCUM.

  10. Re:This needs to be fundamentally fixed soon on Google Steps Up Pressure on Partners Tardy in Updating Android (bloomberg.com) · · Score: 1

    What's stopping you from using third party Android builds. Many older phones have some advocate who has an alpha 6.x release. Sure it's probably not stable, but it is an option you have on many Android devices that you don't have with Apple devices.

  11. With this using Netflix's servers and their VPN blocking, I get the following error when testing via various VPNs.

    * Could not reach our servers to perform the test. You may not be connected to the internet

  12. Samsung has failed us on the Note 5 on Backwards S-Pen Can Permanently Damage Note 5 · · Score: 1

    Samsung has failed us on the Note 5.
    I have been a Note user since the Note 2.
    Every note has improved it's predecessor, although Note 3 and 4 seem very similar... but it's still an upgrade in hardware and features.

    The Note 5 had so much taken out and only a few things added with design flaws. The only advantage I see is slightly better 64bit octo cpu, slightly more memory, wireless charging, and better front and rear cameras.

    1. 1) This issue with the S-Pen enclosure.
    2. 2) Sealed non-replaceable battery, I have to use a minimum 8000mah battery to get a about 20 hrs worth of usage the way I like to use my phone and data services. The limited internal battery will not last me too long. If you're going to do a sealed battery, at least make the phone water proof. We can already wireless charge with the right battery cover.
    3. 3) Limited Non-Expandable Storage, I add a 128gb UHC Class 10 Micro SDXC to my Notes... You left off the option to expand storage... seriously? To add insult to injury you only offer a 32 and 64gb model... wtf. You want me to use cloud storage? I already use 50-85gb/month on my data plan. My carrier doesn't really want me using more. I mean with the quality of videos these things can take, you can fill up your storage fairly quickly. I guess the limited battery tries to counter this. Using more uploads for cloud storage, reduced battery.
    4. 4) IR Blaster, I travel a lot and use my IR Blaster a lot. In order to use HDMI at hotels, or to present at work or lunch meetings... the ability to have a universal remote in your pocket is a must have. Not only that, I use my phone to control my fans, portable AC, etc. If anything, they could have improved on this technology so we had an IR record and learn function.

    Overall the Note 5 is a downgrade to me, and I probably will not upgrade to it. Yes they upgraded some things, but the removal of vital functionality outweighs any benefit.

  13. Re:Old extensions on Big Changes From Mozilla Mean Firefox Will Get Chrome Extensions · · Score: 3

    I agree, as an extension developer there are many things the Firefox API provides that Chrome's doesn't. In order to do some things in Chrome, you have to do ugly work-arounds, if it's even possible. While I use many different browsers, Firefox is still my goto browser. Opera used to be, before they conformed to Webkit and Chrome-style things. The FF API is the only thing that's really kept me using it.

  14. Re:Conspiracy Theory (Probably the real truth) on Lawsuit Over Two-Word Tweet Moves Forward · · Score: 1

    I think it is probably the truth.
    Do you have proof otherwise?
    I have personally been part of and the victim of one of these cover-ups. I regret being forced to cave because the school used scare tactics to get my parents to get me to say just say it happened the way they say to make it go away, because it seemed like the easier way out. Then the school continues to push for more, because that one admission opened a door that they had to make me an example of. It's complete BS.
    Have you ever remotely come close to one? This stuff happens all the time. I have been in support groups of other's this has happened to.
    I am not denying my responsibility. This story has many tells that hint to a similar situation. I fully stand by what I stated. I don't think either side is telling the full truth.

  15. Re:Conspiracy Theory (Probably the real truth) on Lawsuit Over Two-Word Tweet Moves Forward · · Score: 1

    The point of a theory is it is not proven. It sounds like I hit a nerve with you. I was reading the situation and things don't add up. I decided to propose a theory that crosses the T's and sounds like something that could actually have happened in this day and age. I know how schools like to bully things out of students to save face. I also know how people over-react when such a save-face occurs and demand stuff out of the innocent who was made to seem guilty. The next time you post, try not to do it anonymously... it will give you more credit.

  16. Video is still available on Google Plus on Motorola Quickly Shows Next Moto 360 Smartwatch, 'Flat Tire' Display Lives On · · Score: 1

    The video is still available on Google Plus

  17. Re:Conspiracy Theory (Probably the real truth) on Lawsuit Over Two-Word Tweet Moves Forward · · Score: 1

    ~typo correction~
    the buy who = the boy who

  18. Conspiracy Theory (Probably the real truth) on Lawsuit Over Two-Word Tweet Moves Forward · · Score: 1, Offtopic

    The teacher actually did kiss the boy. The school wanted to cover up a teacher misconduct issue and manipulated the student to admitting it was a joke. The school then tries to cover their ass more by suspending him and manipulating the parents to get him to go to a different school. The police chief was just ignorant to everything. The buy who actually kissed the teacher realized what BS this was and got nothing but problems from the situation had enough and is suing. I'm not saying the teacher took advantage of the student when they kissed. It could have been mutual. He could have had a hand in making it happen. It could have just been a kiss on the cheek or hand. I just don't believe for one minute either side of the story is completely true.

  19. Keep Using EncFS on Ask Slashdot: Keeping Cloud Data Encrypted Without Cross-Platform Pain? · · Score: 3, Interesting

    I recently went through this same issue.

    I tried lots of alternatives, but EncFS is still the best solution out there.

    The best and most reliable windows port of EncFS is Safe.
    http://www.getsafe.org/

    It does have some limitations, but in general it's the best solution out there.

    They strive to be binary compatible with Linux EncFS and have versions for Windows and Mac.

    Plus it's free and open source. (GPLv3)

  20. I would pay $1 a month on How Spotify Can Become Profitable · · Score: 2

    I would pay $1 a month to upgrade my account. The $11 is too much. I would prefer just keep Netflix streaming and listen to background music and dialog. I did the 3 month thing or 99 cents the time before last that it was offered, but they only allow you to do that once. My option was to create another account and pay the 99 cents or just continue as a free user. I choose to stay a free user, as it doesn't really bother me. To me, it just says they pushed away a potential paying member, who is not willing to pay the price they are asking, but would be willing to pay another price. If spotify gets rid of the free tier, I would leave it. Even if I were a premium paying member.

  21. EDM on Musician Releases Album of Music To Code By · · Score: 1

    I just put on EDM and code to that.
    I do the same when working out.

    What if I told you pirated copies of this are already out there? I wouldn't know, but i do believe it's probably not worth the bandwidth. Also why not offer FLAC?

  22. Windows Users - Performance Tweak on Inkscape Version 0.91 Released · · Score: 5, Informative

    For Windows, the UI will seem to lag or not redraw in real-time while drawing or using it.
    Disable Rulers (ctrl + r, or Menu: View -> Show/Hide -> Rulers) will fix it.
    I spoke with the very helpful people on Inkscape's IRC Channel for this tip.

    https://bugs.launchpad.net/ink...

    This may also apply to some versions of The G.I.M.P.

  23. Bista MP on Bitstamp Bitcoin Exchange Suspended Due To "Compromised Wallet" · · Score: 1

    Watch out for the Bista MP...

  24. April Fools!!! wait, what? on Netropolitan Is a Facebook For the Affluent, and It's Only $9000 To Join · · Score: 1

    I had to look at the date... It's not April 1st, why is this even here?
    This is really not /. news and I doubt most of us would be their target audience.

  25. PhoneGap on Google Launches Cordova Powered Chrome Apps For Android and iOS · · Score: 1

    So this is just PhoneGap with Chromes limited API added.