They didn’t say that. They just said it’s better, but didn’t mention their rationale. But IMHO opinion, it being FOSS makes it about a million times better than HEVC alone
Last week, I turned on my PC, installed a Windows update, and rebooted to find Microsoft Edge automatically open with the Chrome tabs I was working on before the update. I don’t use Microsoft Edge regularly, and I have Google Chrome set as my default browser. Bleary-eyed at 9AM, it took me a moment to realize that Microsoft...
On Tal Mitnick’s first morning inside an Israeli military prison last month, he was ordered into a small classroom. Pinned to its walls were various famous quotes. One caught his attention: “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” The name beneath it: Nelson Mandela....
My ex’s family were (see: probably still are) Russian Jews who fled to Israel to avoid persecution. They then fled Israel when their eldest (my ex) was 2 years out from manual conscription
Don’t get me wrong, they’re still hardcore zionists, but morality got the better of them.
Halo actor Pablo Schreiber has doubled-down on the Master Chief helmet off / helmet on debate, insisting it’s impossible to like the show if you don’t like the fact the super soldier takes his helmet off.
Studios don’t really care about reviews, just popularity. And Halo was (at the time of release) Paramount+ most watched program. Maybe it’s just because of brand recognition that so many people watched the first series, but these people at least seem to think they’ve done, and are doing, the right thing.
I love not being bombarded by ads thanks to pihole and adblockers. I don’t have cable TV either. But without browsing netlifx/Hulu/etc. how do you actually find stuff to watch and discover worthwhile shows and movies to rent from my library?
I started using JustWatch as a means to find which streaming service had the thing I wanted to watch. Then I started using it to track what I had watched. And now that I’m completely moved over to stremio+torrentio I use it to find what’s popular and new.
I’m going to imagine it’s because that cultural abstracted good is then put behind a pay wall, which OP will theb also pirate, thus fulfilling the prophesy.
A marketing team within media giant Cox Media Group (CMG) claims it has the capability to listen to ambient conversations of consumers through embedded microphones in smartphones, smart TVs, and other devices to gather data and use it to target ads, according to a review of CMG marketing materials by 404 Media and details from a...
so then your argument is companies are wasting money because you and your circle aren't affected by advertising? how big is your circle that companies should fear not appealling to it?
Adobe said it could face significant costs or penalties tied to a Federal Trade Commission probe into its disclosure and subscription cancellation practices.
you mean breaking my project files everytime premiere updates? Or the fact that the suite of design apps barely work in tandem? I just want to be able to easily design something in illustrator, do my typesetting in indesign and edit photos in photoshop for one document without trying to figure out how to save everything just for those files to break or display improperly.
I run my freelance business using non-adobe products. Video editting in davinci resolve studio, and then the affinity suite for design.
But every job I've had in the industry is stuck in CC. I could start using affinity products, but then I wouldn't be able to share my work with colleagues or print suppliers etc. I'd love to say fuck you to adobe tho.
“Systematic reviews of controlled clinical studies of treatments used by chiropractors have found no evidence that chiropractic manipulation is effective, with the possible exception of treatment for back pain.[8] A 2011 critical evaluation of 45 systematic reviews concluded that the data included in the study “fail[ed] to...
in my country a PT is a personal trainer, so I understand where you’re coming from if that’s what you mean. But I think in this instance PT means physiotherapist
I'll stick to shows that aired for the first time in 2023
From Best to least Best:
Poker Face; IMHO it's a Masterpiece from front to back. Incredible soundtrack, beautifully shot, funny and suspenseful. It elevated the story of the week episodic format to high art. Rian and natasha just knock it out of the park 10/10
Beef; a unique look at obsessions and stress and the toll they take on relationships. The snowballing effect of every event will leave your jaw on the floor, but the characters are balanced and nuanced and their actions never felt out of place. 9/10
The Last Of Us; I love the games and have played both thru multiple times. This added some absolutely incredible character development to people that weren't overly fleshed out in the game and I love the twist on how the sickness spreads. Truly tho, there just were not enough zombies in this zombie show, which as the show progressed made it stranger and stranger. Still, the direction, cinematography and above all, the acting make it one of the greats. 8.5/10
Shrinking; It helps that I'm a Bill Lawrence fanboy, and no surprises christa miller is along for the ride, but jason segal is the perfect actor for Bill's direction and the story of grief is a refreshingly mature take for his style of comedy. 7.5/19
The Crowded Room; Wow, I could not believe how much sticking with this show paid off. I think the big reveal takes 4 or 5 episodes to happen so it felt like just an odd story about why this psychologist was taking such an interest in tom holland's case. but holy shit, once it gets going it doesn't stop, and holland's range was on show in a big way. If you've got 10 hours to spare, give it a crack. 7/10
Jury Duty; pleasant surprise. The side characters steal the show, but they feel like real people, and marsden just didn't hold punches in a hilarious way. heartwarming end, and will definitely watch a season 2. 7/10
Hello Tomorrow!; okay, hear me out. If you look at this show through the lens of a character study of a deadbeat dad trying to reconnect with his son and ignore all the retrofuturistic space stuff, then you might actually enjoy it. You never stop feeling stressed for jack, and he becomes more and more of a sympathetic character as time goes on. It's a solid 7/10 for me and I'm very eager to see what happens season 2.
From Most Disappointing to least disappointing:
Krapopolis; Dan Harmon being attached I guess doesn't guarantee a hit like I thought it did. The characters grew on me, so I'm more hopeful for season 2 than I am for Strange planet, but it definitely takes pole position for most disappointing, despite having a higher rating (because I had much higher hopes for it). 6/10
Strange Planet; same as above, Harmon's presence is felt but it's beyond lacklustre. It's fine, but I doubt I'll watch season 2. 5/10
I'm usually about 12-24 months behind everyone else when it comes to new releases, but there's a tonne of 2023 shows I still want to watch. There's other shows I watched that aired this year, but they fall in the obscure middle lol. Also, Silo will make it on my list towards the top, but I haven't finished it yet so didn't think it fair to rate/rank.
They could have easily crammed the Steam Deck full of stuff to make it hard to use for piracy - locking down everything, making it usable only to play games you legitimately own, force you to go through who knows what hoops in order to play games on it. That’s what Nintendo or Apple or most other companies do....
Microsoft revives aggressive Windows 11 upgrade campaign with intrusive popups for Windows 10 users (www.techspot.com)
Even in this poorly made comparison shot I made you can tell the difference between streaming and "self hosting" (lemmy.world)
Jack Ryan S3 E3
Microsoft stole my Chrome tabs, and it wants yours, too (www.theverge.com)
Last week, I turned on my PC, installed a Windows update, and rebooted to find Microsoft Edge automatically open with the Chrome tabs I was working on before the update. I don’t use Microsoft Edge regularly, and I have Google Chrome set as my default browser. Bleary-eyed at 9AM, it took me a moment to realize that Microsoft...
Turning a crappy plastic helmet into a respectable prop progress. (lemmy.world)
Widened the eye slits with a rotary tool and the initial sanding and priming are done....
Storage solutions
For someone who wants to maintain a library of movies, I see the first two links in movies megathread total to 34TB worth of content....
‘More killing won’t bring back lost lives’: Tal Mitnick, 18, on going to prison instead of joining Israel's military (www.theguardian.com)
On Tal Mitnick’s first morning inside an Israeli military prison last month, he was ordered into a small classroom. Pinned to its walls were various famous quotes. One caught his attention: “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” The name beneath it: Nelson Mandela....
Halo Actor Pablo Schreiber: ‘If You Don’t Agree With the Helmet Coming Off in the Show, You Don’t Like Our Show’ (www.ign.com)
Halo actor Pablo Schreiber has doubled-down on the Master Chief helmet off / helmet on debate, insisting it’s impossible to like the show if you don’t like the fact the super soldier takes his helmet off.
Feeling the lack of moderation now Reddit? (lemm.ee)
Shocked Pikachu face meme.
Would the sound of the headphones be better if I put an additional speaker in each cup? (i.imgflip.com)
I have some closed-back headphones that have poor sound. Is it possible to improve the sound of the headphones by installing additional speakers?...
How do you discover new content?
I love not being bombarded by ads thanks to pihole and adblockers. I don’t have cable TV either. But without browsing netlifx/Hulu/etc. how do you actually find stuff to watch and discover worthwhile shows and movies to rent from my library?
Meta Admits Use of 'Pirated' Book Dataset to Train AI (torrentfreak.com)
How much of your nose can you see? This is my POV (lemmy.ml)
I wonder if there’s anyone out there who can’t see their nose at all?
What We Do in the Shadows’ Sixth Season Will Be Its Last (www.vulture.com)
The sun is coming up on television’s darkest, weirdest comedy.
Gary Oldman Says ‘Thank God’ for ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Dark Knight’ Movies Because ‘They Saved Me’ (variety.com)
Marketing Company Claims That It Actually Is Listening to Your Phone and Smart Speakers to Target Ads (www.404media.co)
A marketing team within media giant Cox Media Group (CMG) claims it has the capability to listen to ambient conversations of consumers through embedded microphones in smartphones, smart TVs, and other devices to gather data and use it to target ads, according to a review of CMG marketing materials by 404 Media and details from a...
Adobe Says Significant Costs, Penalties May Arise Out of FTC Investigation (www.marketwatch.com)
Adobe said it could face significant costs or penalties tied to a Federal Trade Commission probe into its disclosure and subscription cancellation practices.
YouTube Premium's price is going up in yet another country (www.androidauthority.com)
‘Oppenheimer’ Confirmed For Theatrical Release In Japan (deadline.com)
The production quality has increased dramatically but they are algorithmically being punished! (lemmy.ml)
The best LTT video i have seen in a while; It has everything...
YSK that chiropractors are not medical doctors and "Systematic reviews... have found no evidence that chiropractic manipulation is effective" (en.wikipedia.org)
“Systematic reviews of controlled clinical studies of treatments used by chiropractors have found no evidence that chiropractic manipulation is effective, with the possible exception of treatment for back pain.[8] A 2011 critical evaluation of 45 systematic reviews concluded that the data included in the study “fail[ed] to...
What are some of the best new TV shows of 2023 that you've watched, and what are some of the most disappointing?
See title.
I feel like the Steam Deck is the best proof of Gabe Newell's quote that "piracy is a service issue."
They could have easily crammed the Steam Deck full of stuff to make it hard to use for piracy - locking down everything, making it usable only to play games you legitimately own, force you to go through who knows what hoops in order to play games on it. That’s what Nintendo or Apple or most other companies do....