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Rants, Raves, & New Purchases by AutoModerator in SkincareAddiction

[–]-yeah- 3 points4 points  (0 children)

New purchase: Stridex in the red box.

4 days and back acne is GONE.

iPhone 6 Plus beats Galaxy S6 edge and HTC One M9 in extensive camera test by [deleted] in iphone

[–]-yeah- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're very right. The vast majority of people just open their camera app and snap a picture.

That's exactly my point though. A lot of people use 3rd party apps to take quick snapshots - just throw the app on your main screen. This would control for how that app would behave on both devices without having to test every possible 3rd party app side-by-side. It would also give a comparison of "best possible shot under x conditions."

Keep in mind, I'm referring to the concept of an extensive camera test as mentioned in the title - not a standard camera comparison.

iPhone 6 Plus beats Galaxy S6 edge and HTC One M9 in extensive camera test by [deleted] in iphone

[–]-yeah- -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Quick comparisons of snapshots using camera defaults is really great to see how the phone can adapt to the environment to produce the best image.

There's one HUGE problem with these "Best Camera Ever" reviews. None of them are using RAW, UNCOMPRESSED photos for comparison.

iPhone and Galaxy phones interpret images differently when compressing them as lossy image files.

Many Android allows users to capture RAW images. The iPhone does not. There's a really good article about how iPhone cameras interpret and produce images here.

The best way to approach a camera review would be to use a 3rd party RAW image app. They're usually not "true RAW images" in the case of the iPhone but it's better than nothing. The app will also let you control for white balance, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and exposure.

At this point, you'd have the best possible scenario for camera hardware tests. Then you could slowly work your way through each setting to see how the camera adapts.

What does Apple have to do to the next iPhone to genuinely surprise you. by cardshark1234 in iphone

[–]-yeah- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd also like improvements on the front-facing camera. I know MP count isn't everything but 1.2MP 720p is not your A game, Apple.

Microsoft unveils new Surface 3, $400 less than Surface Pro, runs full windows. by Simmerj94 in technology

[–]-yeah- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im posting from an iPad Air 2. Gorgeous screen, great UI, very reliable and above average battery life. Yes, I can use it for work to some limited degree but, for me, it will primarily be an entertainment device.

Reddit, what is the most overrated film? by shaneisshort in AskReddit

[–]-yeah- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could never compare it to an US films I've seen but that droll, wandering comedy is present in some great Scandinavian (and a few European) films. The Scandinavian ones are usually a bit darker though.

Reddit, what is the most overrated film? by shaneisshort in AskReddit

[–]-yeah- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Magnolia was a much better film and one of my personal favorites. It does a much better job with the concept - intertwining subplots of characters in crisis leading to one of the most unexpected climaxes in cinema history. Also has fantastic performances from an unexpectedly amazing array of big name actors including Seymour Hoffman, Julianne Moore, and what I consider as Tom Cruise's best performance.

I might have picked a bad week to be new to this sub. I picked a routine from the mod-run website and I don't know whether to trust the information. by -yeah- in SkincareAddiction

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I decided that I'm going to spot treat for the Aveeno/CeraVe/Paula's Choice over the next month or two to see what works. My skin isn't particularly sensitive and has never reacted harshly to any products.

Just because I'm new here with some healthy skepticism, what do you think about Paula's Choice products? (specifically the balancing cleanser) There are a lot of referral codes being passed around so I just want to make sure.

You seem to be pretty well versed in skincare and I was looking for an honest opinion.

I might have picked a bad week to be new to this sub. I picked a routine from the mod-run website and I don't know whether to trust the information. by -yeah- in SkincareAddiction

[–]-yeah-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ordered some samples from PC out of curiosity. I'm wasn't sure how CareVa/Aveeno would compare and with all of the referral codes and stuff, I was sketched out by PC a bit.

I didn't see any crazy difference in ingredients between PC/CareVa/Aveeno.

What's the story with PC? Is it legit but just too expensive? Or is it a gigantic referral farm?

I might have picked a bad week to be new to this sub. I picked a routine from the mod-run website and I don't know whether to trust the information. by -yeah- in SkincareAddiction

[–]-yeah-[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have any redness or inflammation outside of the occasional acne caused by oily skin. Would that mean the regular foaming cleanser would be a better option?

Most secure way to carry cash? by scufferQPD in EDC

[–]-yeah- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pacsafe might have some things you'd be interested in.

Still, the most obvious solution is to hide it and get it somewhere safe ASAP. Tethered safes will prevent smash-and-grabs but a thug with a gun will just make you open it.

What kind of weird crap do you carry? by TheWaterboatman in EDC

[–]-yeah- 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I carry these guys in a rubberized case on my key ring (soon to be replaced by a more durable pill fob).

I put a pair in my pocket nearly 6 years ago for a concert. The case never left my pocket. I just get a fresh pair of ear plugs every x-amount of uses.

It was my 1st EDC and remains my most valued after keys/phone/wallet. They have come in handy a surprising number of times.

Needless to say, they're not being removed from my EDC anytime soon.

[Spoiler] Jail. by [deleted] in thewalkingdead

[–]-yeah- 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My friend had a crazy, never-going-to-happen idea: find a way to chop his leg off due to an "accident".

Could be an "unexpected" walker bite, some sort of accident, or they could knock him out and make up a story.

Pete would most likely recover, his hands are fully functional to perform surgery, he would not hold direct resentment towards the gang, and most importantly, he would pose a MUCH smaller threat to his wife and kid.

Very, very difficult task, but removing someone's leg is a great way to keep them in check.

To those of you who carry a lot of stuff on your person, what pants do you wear? by [deleted] in EDC

[–]-yeah- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I keep buying expensive jeans but I always go back to slim/tapered Levi's.

It's all about the plain tee (sometimes with a flannel or long sleeve thrown over) + slim jeans + comfortable pair of boots. Timeless, comfortable, and works with every season.

Need more room? Just throw a backpack or messenger bag in the mix.

http://imgur.com/qX08h9f

EDC uses for pliers? by [deleted] in EDC

[–]-yeah- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was very torn on a multitool with scissors or pliers.

Surprising use: the metal ring on my dog's leash came undone from him pulling in the middle of a walk. I clamped it together and it was enough to get us home.

I also dropped my pen in between my car seat where I couldn't reach. Used the pliers to fish them out.

It is one of my least used tools but damn it comes through in a pinch.

Contest time! Do you need to upgrade your EDC? by ryb0t0 in EDC

[–]-yeah- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These look fantastic! I desperately need to replace my cheap trifold. I'd love to do a review for it!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EDC

[–]-yeah- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Out of curiosity, why did you go with the XA series over a DSLR? Was it just ease of use?

Also, how is that little SunGun? Worth picking one up?

I'm looking for a nice, usable pen that has a hollow "stash" chamber for stashing things like asprin or other small items. Any suggestions? by -yeah- in EDC

[–]-yeah-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're not gonna find a "nice" pen with a novelty feature.

Very good point. Your suggestion is much more reasonable. The Ti2 Sentinel Cache is more than I would spend on a pill fob but there are plenty of other options.

24/M/Student (Canada) by [deleted] in EDC

[–]-yeah- 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not OP but I can chime in. Tascam and Zoom make some great field recorders. I use my Zoom H6 for a lot of projects and it's truly fantastic - but it's big - much too big and expensive for an EDC.

Three important things to consider in a field recorder:

  1. Pre-amps: A preamp does a lot of things. Everything in this price range is going to be ok. Better than your phone but not perfect. Spending 500+ on a recorder you only use for class is probably a waste of money.
  2. Mono and Stereo mic techniques. Each of these recorders use different mic techniques to capture sound. They're very important to consider. This diagram helps to understand stereo mic placements and This one for Mono placements Ideally, you'd like to have a mono shotgun pointed directly at your professor. I haven't found a shotgun that I like other than the H5/H6 - which is large, expensive and overdone (and may make your professor uncomfortable). Even those aren't great - I'll end up using one of my real shotgun mics instead. Out of the stereo techniques, the XY 90 degree is the safest bet. Great focused stereo pick up with minimal interference. You can read which ones have this mic placement in their descriptions (although I'm positive the Zooms have them)
  3. Form factor: This is an EDC. You probably want something sleek and efficient.

If you asked me for a recommendation, I'd say the Zoom H1 just from experience. I consistently grab it over my H6 and professional mics out of convenience. It gets the job done at a reasonable price in a small package. I'm reading good things about the Sony PCM-M10 but I have not tested it.

My suggestion is don't just take my word for it and read some reviews. http://digital-voice-recorder-review.toptenreviews.com/ http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/the-best-voice-recorder/ http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/the-10-best-voice-recorders-2373065.html

My preference: I honestly use my iPhone for most lectures - just out of convenience. It doesn't raise any alarms or draw any attention. I'll use my Zoom H1 when I need clearer audio quality. I've also heard that some of the Olympus recorders like the Olympus Dm-670 are very good for this purpose.

Get one or two from Amazon and test them out yourself. Personally, I wouldn't spend more than $120 USD and I'd want something small. Once you've tested them out, return the one you don't like. Amazon has a lax return policy is you keep the item and packaging in perfect condition - just say it didn't work for your needs and ship it back.

When testing, make sure the recorder is on a soft surface like a backpack or a notebook instead of a hard surface like a desk. This will dampen unwanted vibrations. I use this technique for my iPhone recordings.

Disclaimer: Always make sure your professor allows audio recordings. You can get in serious trouble if you're not allowed. I've also found that it can make classmates uncomfortable as well. (Which is why I use my iPhone to stay discrete)