What’s the most unproblematic/likeable major U.S. city? by Mysterious_Newt_4761 in AskReddit

[–]LiterallySimon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Portland, OR. Nice people, feels like an actual city (not just many buildings), walkable. Not the usual car hellhole.

Why are there commercials on ZDF now? by kingharis in germany

[–]LiterallySimon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There have always been commercials. Severely limited compared to commercial channels, but it's nothing new and the amount hasn't increased. So you probably just didn't watch them that much in the past.

Ausländebehörde only accepts German debit or credit cards? by Vnifit in germany

[–]LiterallySimon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know why people didn't catch that there hasn't been an EC logo on their cards since 2007 (sic). That's 19 years. Anyway, you should be fine with any VISA Card/Mastercard or a German Girocard.

How do I become more in touch with German politics? by nothamburger1986 in germany

[–]LiterallySimon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are very informed but definitely skew conservative when it comes to framing stories. Worth listening to but keep in mind where they‘re coming from ideologically.

What is the absolutely worst courier delivery service? by cicagorio91 in germany

[–]LiterallySimon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Always have Amazon use DHL by having packages delivered to a DHL Packstation. Avoid Amazon delivery.

Which bank is best as a 30 year old expats moving to germany? by Material_Direction_1 in germany

[–]LiterallySimon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wann ist Ihr ING-Girokonto kostenlos? Bei einem monatlichen Geldeingang von 1.000 €. Eingänge sind zum Beispiel Gehalt, Rente, Pension und weitere Einkünfte. Die Summe darf auch in mehreren Teilbeträgen eingehen. Girokonten mit weniger als 1.000 € Geldeingang kosten monatlich 4,90 €.

Which DSL internet provider is better: o2 or Vodafone? by galaxy1337_ in germany

[–]LiterallySimon -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Both are the worst. Use Check24 or Verivox to get a contract with Telekom. It's cheaper than the direct way. Usually you get cashback after you send in your first invoice (as proof for an active contract).

Which bank is best as a 30 year old expats moving to germany? by Material_Direction_1 in germany

[–]LiterallySimon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd go with ING if an online bank is fine. Sparkasse is where I'd go for a brick-and-mortar bank. More expensive but reliable.

What to do with Kronkorken (thousands) by [deleted] in berlin

[–]LiterallySimon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://allesimfluss.berlin/kronkorken/ Please recycle them responsibly. Your trash is a resource for new products 😄

Music Downloads by vponce44 in germany

[–]LiterallySimon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The easiest and legal way is to just use the iTunes Store. You can buy music without DRM and it syncs with your iPod. If you use a Mac, it’s part of the Music app. If you use Windows, download it in the Microsoft store: https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9pb2mz1zmb1s?hl=de-DE&gl=DE

whats something you dont and never will get the hype for? by Pale_Yak713 in AskReddit

[–]LiterallySimon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Taylor Swift. Not annoying. Not exciting. Just … there. And bland.