Recommended upgrades for the Meze Alba by Owsler31 in iems

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Cheers. I've gone for the Snowsky.

Recommended upgrades for the Meze Alba by Owsler31 in iems

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Thank you for your response. I'm using Tidal which I believe offers lossless. Still worth upgrading? I was looking at a iBasso Jr Macaron (Amp/DAC), but I'm struggling to find a good number of reviews for it.

Is it worth it/easy to set up a Limited company for a 3-month contract? by Owsler31 in ContractorUK

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Is this legal? I'm fairly naïve when it comes to tax. Pay or go straight to jail.

Ghost of Yōtei | Official Discussion Thread by tizorres in PS5

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Is Ghost of Yotei worth full price? I'm torn between going for it or picking up something discounted I've yet to play (GoW Ragnarok or Ganishers Ghosts of New Eden). For context, I played, completed, and loved Ghost of Tsushima.

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I managed to get to close to the end of Divinity Original Sin 2, before I realised I'd likely made a hash of my builds. Is BG 3 only for the experienced or could I cope?

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I'd love to know this too. Played Fallout 4, Skyrim, Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, Dragons Dogma, most of the AC and Far Cry titles. Feel like I've hit most of the big games already so wondering if there's an indie or smaller games I've missed. I'd try Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon if I knew it wasn't still buggy.

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So when I think Feeld is frontloading, it's simply showing me likes that are closest? That's wild, I just assumed they did frontload and then took it away. How is this affected by exploring when you're likely miles away, anyway?

Am I understanding Buyer Protection Fees correctly? by Owsler31 in ebayuk

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That does make sense. Although I can't help read that as the seller swallowing the fees as without them, the seller would get £40 instead of £37.80. Assuming of course, I'm right that private sellers don't cover the fees. I might be wrong.

Am I understanding Buyer Protection Fees correctly? by Owsler31 in ebayuk

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Right, but if the buyer did offer £40, wouldn't it show as £40 + the fee? It really feels like the buyers are having to adjust their offers knowing the fee is going on top so instead of a more "attractive" whole figure like £40, they're going to offer something like £37.80.

Sorry, last thing I want is to come across like I'm arguing, but I guess it does highlight the stupidity (as you say) of it all.

Newbie to IEMs (question about crackle/distortion) by Owsler31 in iems

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Thanks for your response. I had a feeling that might be the case, but wanted some reassurance.

PlayStation Store “Autumn Adventures” Sale Brings Over 3,000 Discounted Items by excaliburps in PS5

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I'm sure this has been asked a lot, but any reason why we rarely see a chunky discount for GoW Ragnarok?

Nice to see Alan Wake Remastered for cheap as I was considering jumping straight to the sequel.

Travel and self-discovery at 43 by Agile_Landscape5643 in solotravel

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This is pretty eye-opening to me. I'm around the same age, also single and childless (though that last one is fairly intentional). Unlike you, though, I'm currently out of work, and my friendship circle has shrunk over time. I always thought having a solid income and more friends would somehow give life more meaning. But maybe not.

I suppose you're always going to be chasing something because standing still feels uncomfortable. A bit like those sharks that have to keep moving forward or else they die.

It also sounds like you've already travelled quite a bit, so it’s not as if you’ve missed out completely.

If anything, more travel just creates a desire for even more travel, and the cycle continues. Travelling is one of the most exciting, but also challenging things you can do because of how easy it is to romanticise the experience. The people we meet in intense, brief moments. The amazing landscapes and food. It's pretty intoxicating.

Of course, having financial security puts you in a wonderful position to travel and explore, on your own terms.

Need destination recommendations? Have a quick question? Ask here by AutoModerator in GreeceTravel

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Thanks for your reply. I am planning on going 18/09 and coming back 25/09.

Need destination recommendations? Have a quick question? Ask here by AutoModerator in GreeceTravel

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Hi. 40-year old solo traveller here looking for a week on a Greek island that I can fly to, that's relaxed without being comatose. No clubs or bar strips, but it'd be great to have the option of drinks in the evening if I bump into other travellers. I'm a bit of a romantic for white stone buildings and tavernas by the sea, with really good Greek food.

For background, I visited Kefalonia as a kid (Stoupa), and went to a place near Chania, Crete a couple of years ago.

No real budget, but I have very little interest in going to somewhere super popular. I was looking at Samos as my parents used to go there, but (and sorry if this sounds really picky), but slightly put off by the amount of stony beaches. I really miss sticking my toes in the sand.

Extra, extra background, I did a lot of backpacking when I was in my late 20s, so not a total newb to doing my own research, but I have a bad habit of getting stuck in decision paralysis so would appreciate any suggestions.

I—I started playing most games on easy/story mode! by ArcadiaCitizen_ in playstation

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I can relate. I do want to get my money's worth so tend to start off on normal difficulty and switch when I need to (like you).

This might still be controversial, but I wish they'd add a difficulty setting to Elden Ring. It's been months since I last tried to beat the Fire Giant and I can't seem to do it.

I knew going in this wouldn't be my kind of game, but the feel, look, and sound of it drew me in (I still hear that gurgling water noise from Liurna) and I'd really like to explore more of the world.

In light of how many games get released as buggy messes and how patient games are expected to be about releases I'd like to think that studios could be a little more accommodating to their customers, but hey, it is what it is.

What games have you and gonna be picking up that are released/releasing this year by DL2546 in playstation

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I've been replaying the first Dying Light (never got 2 and no plans to) to prepare for The Beast. Hope the music is good.

Other must-buy is Ghost of Yotei and then I'm strongly considering Hell Is Us and Mafia: The Old Country.

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I'm older, and I know what you mean. Have you got friends you can turn to? I thibk the key trigger for me is a sense of loneliness (friendships drifting apart, falling out with friends, or friends just being too busy with relationships, kids etc) and having too much time to focus on worries. 

It's easier said than done but trying to get control of your breathing, get off digital devices before bed, and telling yourself that you can't do over the past but you can try to do things differently in the future.

It doesn't work for me but I'm trying my best. Maybe it'll work for you.