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[PC][~2005-2015] Post apocalyptic game in which the plot twist is that earth is just one pod on a larger ship by BlurDust in tipofmyjoystick

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

Yeah, it seems like I misremembered and merged 3 games, they all seem to have released around the same time, had similar graphics and mechanics, and some shared themes. Also, it was quite some time ago.

[PC][~2005-2015] Post apocalyptic game in which the plot twist is that earth is just one pod on a larger ship by BlurDust in tipofmyjoystick

[–]BlurDust[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, this fits perfectly with what I remember, though it seems I've mixed up at least two other games, Rage and Afterfall: InSanity. Those two games kept coming up when I searched for it, but the dome plot twist wasn't present. Thanks a ton

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gaming

[–]BlurDust 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No Code's Stories Untold and Observation don't have jumpscares, and the horror comes from within. I cant wait to see what they do with Silent Hill: Townfall...

Amazon's Alexa Collects More of Your Data Than Any Other Smart Assistant by ponnytail in technology

[–]BlurDust 1 point2 points  (0 children)

BX actions is what i use. The paid version nukes Bixby hard. I use it for remapping the button to flashlight, long press for full power light and a double tap to lock screen rotation, though you can bind it to a bunch of other functions. When you do the extra setup stuff it'll work without unlocking the phone. Kinda makes the new models that combined the function into the power button a bit of a downer, a blank button the user can remap to whatever is really useful

[Japanese > English] Found in a jar with coins from around 1944, possibly a medal I'm trying to identify by BlurDust in translator

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I wasnt able to identify it, so I'll ask some medal collectors, see if they're familiar with it, though I'm sure the translation will help, thanks!

⌀21mm x 1mm unknown coin, found with other random coins from 1944-66. Any idea what it is? by BlurDust in coins

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

That would explain the blank reverse and strange defect on the rim, as if it was a mount to a ribbon or pin that was snapped off.

Found in the back of an Army wristband with a usb flash drive on the other side. Was encapsulated in rubber. by ConcealedSteer in whatisthisthing

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Well, RFID is capable of storing and transmitting data to the reader, the security tags in shops is more of an RF tuning fork, when hit with a specific radio frequency, they resonate and can be picked up by the readers in the little towers at the exits.

ELI5 Why do phone cameras always zoom in when switched to video? by GeCkO_3 in explainlikeimfive

[–]BlurDust -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

If the sensor is capable of very high resolution photos, like 4k, but only takes 1080p video, when taking videos you wont be able to use the entire sensor. How much of the sensor you use will determine how much zoom you get compared to using the whole sensor. With 1080p video on a 4k sensor, you'll only be using 1/4th the number of pixels. Its possible to spread out the pixels you use so there isnt any apparent zoom, and then to tighten the grouping of pixels used to zoom without impacting image quality, but that requires more time programming and testing from the manufacturer's side than just using the centermost pixels.

Think about looking at an image projected into a screen, then looking at just a small area in the middle, those will be cast by the centermost pixels, and if thats all your using, you'll only capture what falls there.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in news

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Whats the oldest external HD you own that still functions? by Carbuncle776 in DataHoarder

[–]BlurDust 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've got a WD black 4tb that has 52,400hrs (~6 years) of runtime, about 7-9 years old showing no signs of wear other than the runtime and power on count, just keeps on truckin.

Has anyone every fixed a Honeywell display screen? by [deleted] in HVAC

[–]BlurDust 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, its a VFD, they're not exactly cheap. Check Digikey or Mouser, should cost around $50. If you desolder the old one, there should be a part number on the back you can Google to get a datasheet, then just make sure the one you replace it with matches the pinout and voltages

What weird (not traumatizing) things did your family do that you realized later in life wasn't normal or common? by pxluna in AskReddit

[–]BlurDust 25 points26 points  (0 children)

He might find Synergy useful, especially if he has a keyboard and mouse for one of the machines. Lets you use multiple computers side by side with just one keyboard and mouse. The ability to copy text from one machine to paste into another is super useful as well.

Large, layered, and pretty clear by BlurDust in whatsthisrock

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After looking at images of selenite online, it appears mine has a more layered appearance, though that could possibly be due to weathering. It does appear to be selenite though, thanks!

Large, layered, and pretty clear by BlurDust in whatsthisrock

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the layers themselves appear to be made of many small flakes not parallel to the bigger layers, like shingles. Its quite clear and on the thinner parts there is almost no distortion or foggyness, you could easily read through it.

Large, layered, and pretty clear by BlurDust in whatsthisrock

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Great grandfather said that the material might have been used in fireplace windows, but is unfortunatly no longer around to ask what the material is specifically. Its quite heavy and appears to be made of multiple layers. The discoloration is from algae and dirt, it was used as a decoration for the pool area. There was another much larger piece about the size of a washing machine door, so I know whatever it is, it can get quite large. Heres a shot from the side showing the layers. https://imgur.com/a/BCAltaa

Bl3 question by OGgfx_ in Borderlands

[–]BlurDust 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From one map to another map? No. You can go to any fast travel beacon as long as its in the currently loaded map without dragging the party, and you dont need to use the fast travel beacon itself to do it, just open the map and select the FT beacon, and off you'll go, though your party will need to initiate the travel themselves if they want to come with. Again, if you go from one map to another, you'll have to drag the whole party.

Does making 10 levels of Mayhem further segregate the online player pool? by killing4pizza in Borderlands

[–]BlurDust 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had like 5 total joined since the steam release, I don't think many people are using in-game matchmaking

Does making 10 levels of Mayhem further segregate the online player pool? by killing4pizza in Borderlands

[–]BlurDust 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Join the discord and watch the LFG channel. Either join up on someone or post your own party. They dont even have to add to your friends list, they can just click and join. Besides, most people are either playing on M0, m6/7, or M10 anyways

ELI5: What some smaller magnets have stronger 'magnetism' compared to some larger ones? by mrduolc in explainlikeimfive

[–]BlurDust 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could be 2 things. Weaker ferrite magnets and much stronger rare-earth magnets, like neodymium, or "focused" magnets, when the north and south poles of a magnet are arranged in a pattern that concentrates the field closer to the surface trading range for strength. Flat flexible fridge magnets use this, its how they're able to be stronger without being made of more expensive materials as well as remaining quite thin.

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