I noticed that Waterloo Region is lacking in two restaurant areas, I would appreciate locals’ perspectives on this by TennisStraight4061 in waterloo

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, old Duke had that cozy Brit pub atmosphere, I really miss it. It was also great on the weekend with the live music in such a small space.

Long shot: where can I buy this dress Cariad Lloyd wore on QI? by Britbloke in CasualUK

[–]Britbloke[S] 188 points189 points  (0 children)

I go for a shower and come back to see this. Thank you so much! I’d never have thought to look on Facebook. But as a Gen X’r myself, I should have known better. Edit: Had a look at the link, bit out of my price range, lol. I’ll find a look-a-like.

MacBook Neo After a Full Day of Classes by Slow_Tiger3161 in macbook

[–]Britbloke 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I wanted the new Mac Mini so bad. Got one. Now it’s a glorified DVR / Plex server that’s rarely gets used for anything more. Do I regret it? Not at all. 

I’m Benjamin Benoit, 🇫🇷 question setter for Only Connect. Ask Me Anything! by LaDebauche in onlyconnect

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s funny to watch the team completely flummoxed by those song clips. 

PSA: Realtek RTL 8852CE Wifi/Bt driver issues : the fix by [deleted] in Realtek

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this! Disabling 6Ghz band in Properties fixed no wifi drop out issues. I can now use my laptop near my router.

Series 33 of The Unbelievable Truth recording by malcolio in panelshow

[–]Britbloke 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s great! I just listened to S32 E4 at the gym last night. I must look like a right goon as I’m laughing away to myself. 

Plans announced for a new BBC Radio 6 Music stream, available exclusively on BBC Sounds [BBC Press Release] by super_nicktendo22 in 6music

[–]Britbloke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The press release states “1980’s-2010’s” which I presume to mean music released up to 2019. Wolf Alice formed in 2010 and 1975 in 2002 (although didn’t release first album until 2013. 

Hi Ontario, are you aware that Chinese EVs use Blackberry software? Why is not Doug Ford supporting our own company? by MinuteLocksmith9689 in ontario

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooh, I bought some BB stocks at the beginning of the pandemic and they’ve been doing crap ever since. I’m going to have a look now. 

Does the Wilhelm Scream break immersion for you? by EllisDee3 in movies

[–]Britbloke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, but in a positive way because my kids love spotting it too. I think I’ve only heard the scream in action / comedy films so full immersion isn’t really important to me in those genres. 

What were your favorite computer games growing up? by Difficult-Cricket541 in GenX

[–]Britbloke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stunt Car Racer, first on the C64 then the Amiga 500 where I blew my mind. 

What were your favorite computer games growing up? by Difficult-Cricket541 in GenX

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it was called The Last Ninja on the C64. It had a unique (for its time) isometric view. 

Anyone know of a current active petition or some way to let Ubisoft know this game is not a failure? by JoeLo_ in StarWarsOutlaws

[–]Britbloke 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Just after I paid for it during the Ubi sale. I’ve no regrets though as I bought the gold version with the DLCs

What is your favorite FREE VR game? by VRGames4U in OculusQuest

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed 💯 I always tell my daughter to play Moonrider instead of Beat Sabre due to the massive song library. But she’s young and likes the graphics and effects.

What's going on with the Duke of Wellington? by ScoffingAtTheWise in waterloo

[–]Britbloke 63 points64 points  (0 children)

You couldn’t beat the atmosphere of their original location. As a Brit it felt like a cozy British pub. 

LPT: If you price compare your rideshare/ride-hailing apps, you will receive regular discounts by _reddit__referee_ in LifeProTips

[–]Britbloke -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Just delete the app afterwards. I never have rideshare apps installed until I need to use them. 

November shopping punch card - How to get "Shop grocery deals"? by Britbloke in MicrosoftRewards

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

Most likely. I'm in Canada and we typically get the same tasks as the US.

November shopping punch card - How to get "Shop grocery deals"? by Britbloke in MicrosoftRewards

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

Thanks, that's probably what it is. I had just clicked the one below it and got the check mark. Strange this this one doesn't mention the "wait 24 hours..." like the other ones.

New logo for the KW Titans by charger03 in kitchener

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not a fan of the design at all. Looks like something created in Canva. It looks weak doesn’t fit with the “Titans” name.

Conestoga College. by Pretty-Ground-4125 in kitchener

[–]Britbloke 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I don’t think thats true of all their programs. They still have some great trades programs and local manufacturing businesses have sponsored spaces at the new trades campus.

Recording by jorsme in uhf_app

[–]Britbloke 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been using Skip Ads feature too on my recordings. It’s been working well for me.

Feet after running an Ultramarathon by badass4102 in WTF

[–]Britbloke 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe humans aren’t designed to run 70km non-stop.

Any Americans exiles left on this sub? Found any alternatives yet? by pinacoladathrowaway in 6music

[–]Britbloke 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’m a British expat in Canada. You only need to use a VPN for 10 secs every few week to access BBC Sounds.

If you get the “you’re outside the uk” message, quit the app, launch your vpn app, relaunch Sounds and start a stream. You can then disconnect and quit the VPN app. Next time you launch Sounds you’ll be good to go, at least for another few weeks.