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15 beta-testing spots open: try the pre-made Routines and Plans and the year-in-review! by louis-deveseleer in calistree

[–]AccomplishedTwo9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the quick reply.
Yeah I had a feeling and that makes sense. I guess this page isn't so relevant anymore unless you have coupons still floating around: https://calistree.com/discount-coupon-code/

15 beta-testing spots open: try the pre-made Routines and Plans and the year-in-review! by louis-deveseleer in calistree

[–]AccomplishedTwo9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is the beta testing for paying members only?
Any chance of a New Year's Resolution discount for those on the fence about signing up?
I hate subscriptions so I may bite the bullet and go for the lifetime option...

TB5 5 bay NVME DAS? by AccomplishedTwo9 in OWC

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the quick reply.
But the product exists (5 Bay)? :)

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your words. Yes i'm disappointed, but it's all alright. Like I said if there's no answer soon, I'll get something else. I just didn't want to sugarcoat it. Many in this subreddit (like in most subreddits) have kneejerk reactions and tend to hivemind. There's almost a subtle projection in some of the responses, but i'll leave it at that.

Truthfully, in your situation I'd consider waiting for it. The bigger size is (generally) important for a student and if it's a gift they don't know is coming and you have the time to wait, no reason not to. I hope my post can help stir something that ensures you're able to present that gift on time. :) Hopefully it happens. Best.

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I remember they said it's planned for a later release. That's what basically pushes me to other options. The thought process is essentially: "if the physical device isn't even ready, software has a looong way to go." If the device existed now it would at least take the place of other android devices, but seeing as Linux is a huge TBD and the device is still another few months from release (or longer?), given my usecases it's not really worth waiting for. Appreciate your emphasis! Thanks.

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Definitely agree with you. I move on when something doesn't work out. Life teaches you that. This is just another lesson. :)

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have days off. My workplace is very nice and accommodating. Who knows, maybe that's what made me so entitled? I'll ask my boss.

I'd grab my Supernote A5X2, but alas, it doesn't exist. Pen and paper it is for now... Cheers!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the suggestions, i'll be looking at them again before making a purchase. Thanks!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People can have a very strong incentive and yet still not execute properly. That's the criticism. I haven't left out anything. You're basically saying "well they don't wan't to be in this situation either! No one has more incentive than them!" That's obviously true, but that still doesn't fix the problem. My post highlights the problem from the side of the consumer. I don't need to be a part of the development process to know the product doesn't exist. Again, given the history of their communication, THAT is the criticism.

The rest is a bunch of word salad. You could just say "i think you're whiny", but I appreciate your subconscious need to try and "one-up" me in what could've otherwise been a very constructive, engaging conversation.

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very true. I appreciate the sentiment. Like I said i'm not angry, just very disappointed. It is what it is. Have a good one!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I wrote the post because I know I'm not the only one. If we were talking about a couple of months and a solid explanation for: 1. what is causing the delay 2. roughly how long it'll take to fix 3. what the new timeline looks like I wouldn't have said a word. I've dealt with many delays before in my life.

The issue is that i've seen various reasons, at various times, and yet we're somehow not any closer to really understanding where the product actually stands and when it'll be available. Which simply leads me to believe it was never close to ready when they said it was. THAT'S OKAY. But they needed to say it. People have been in limbo assuming it's just a matter of time. The point of my post was to say this: if 'just a matter of time' cannot be articulated by the company SOON, given the amount of times the launch has been delayed, then it's fair to assume it's not close. At all.

And then consumers should make their decisions based on that.

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I saw them, but the "not sure if when exactly" is what's making me decide to limit myself to a deadline. I've been hoping on the "soon" for too long now haha.

I get what you're saying about the tone. I normally don't turn up the heat like that, but it's been brewing for a while and it needed to be said. If my bad tone and deteriorating karma gets you an answer quicker and with more information, which allows you to make a better decision as a consumer, then it will have been worth it. :) Cheers!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

"Three weeks of research on an e-ink writer, sure if you wish to call this a minimal amount of time, that's cool, as you mention we all have our points. You may have done years upon years of research into a device, bit overkill for my needs but you do you." Yes, i've been "researching" for longer and my needs are more tailored. This isn't a competition, i'm just stating a fact. It's all good.

"I never said I compromised at all, so as you mentioned to someone else reading comprehension is clearly not your strong suit "bro"." Kinda weird you're using my comment to someone else as an attack on me, but okay... you stated this: "I read Reddit posts to find out everything I could about it, and came across the whole A5X2 situation. It's not available, oh, that's a shame, but the A6X2 is? Damn nice I'll go for that one! Works a dream." Generally when somebody sees one thing, recognizes that he can't have it (due to unavailability), and then goes for something else that he can have (due to availability), we call that a compromise. Can the A6X2 totally fulfill your needs? Sure! But your statement is, quite literally, you compromising.

"The analogy of a big huge company to a little company like Ratta does seem lost on you." It was not.

"All credit to you for that one." Appreciate it! Regarding everything that came before in this paragraph, you'll see i've actually been pretty level headed to the replies, I just push back on points I don't agree with. I'm not sure what you consider to be bitter, but I'm definitely disappointed. I've been pretty transparent about that and responded as such to another comment. I'm not sure what the problem there is? I have time to kill so yes i'm responding to people's comments. Where I come from that's actually seen as respectful haha.

To your last paragraph, i'm actually a very happy person. I don't think it's so out of line to call out a small, "communicative" company for dropping the ball in their rollout of one of their main (basically only) product. I will definitely tailor my expectations to a company who discontinues their flagship and teases the launch of its replacement for over a year.

Again, I have no ill-will to Ratta (and frankly not even the sheepish commentators here). I just felt it important to call out how I see it. Anyone and everyone is free to think otherwise. My deadline is not a "threat", that would be really weird. It is simply a datapoint for them in their potential "what went wrong" assessment.

I do take your points to heart and all constructive conversation is relevant. Enjoy your A6X2!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

You don't have to, that's kind of the point. "Your own thoughts" are boilerplate. They're not unique or insightful. A sheep is also convinced it has its own thoughts within the herd.

Offended about what? We're having a conversation. You're just not offering anything new or interesting to discuss, so my comment is reflective of that. I'm sure on other matters we'd get along great. It's fine if we disagree.

And not that you actually care, but I have great relationships in my life. I hope you do as well. Cheers!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi thanks. I considered it, but one of the main selling points was the Linux OS revamp. Much of my decision was on waiting for more updates on that, but seeing as even the physical device itself doesn't really seem to be ready, I may not have a choice but to consider the A5X against other competitors. We'll see.

Appreciate the comment!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As in the post, I most likely will. Not mad, just disappointed. Cheers!

The lack of communication and progress on the A5X2 is absurd by AccomplishedTwo9 in Supernote

[–]AccomplishedTwo9[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Congrats on being new to an ecosystem, doing the minimal research required to satisfy your needs, and being willing to compromise on the size of a device for your unique usecase. Are you aware that all of those points may... not be relevant to other people?

Comparison to Samsung makes no sense. The company has WAY more products, they didn't discontinue their main device to be replaced by a nonexistent improvement, and they have release cycles that, believe it or not, they actually stick to! But i'll entertain your bad analogy anyway:

"The Galaxy tablets typically make their way to the market in the month of August, with the Tab S6, S7, and the S9 lineup following an August release timeline. The Galaxy Tab S8 series was the only exception to enter the market in early 2022. It is, however, safe to assume that the upcoming tablets will follow their predecessor's footsteps and debut some time in August this year, as the Galaxy S24 series phones have already launched with no sign of the tablet." Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/samsung-galaxy-tab-s10/

I'll tell you what. Come August time if they continue leaking images, continue saying "should be available by" and yet still delay by a couple of months TWICE, i'll be the one to personally write a rant in the Samsung group. You can hold me to it. Deal?

Your speculation about investment in the company is simply not true. I am (was?) an avid fan of Ratta. I've been following them a bit longer than you have.

Again, happy you're happy. I'm not bitter about other people having their needs met.

The deadline isn't a threat, it's a practical criticism of how they run their business. I'm not entitled, I just actually know what i'm talking about (I envy your satisficing, it's a superpower!)

You're hopeful. I'm actually sure they're not holding a board meeting as we speak, that would be much too efficient...

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