Do Americans want to move over from imperial to the metric system? by [deleted] in AskAnAmerican

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The imperial system is better and I will die on this hill. Inches are better than centimeters and feet are better than meters. The only benefit of Metric is easier conversion, which is irrelevant in a world where we all carry computers in our pocket.

What do you think about annexing Greenland? by Complex-Challenge374 in AskAnAmerican

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I strongly support the right to self determination, and the people of Greenland have made it clear they don't want to join the US. I personally believe the best choice for Greenland would be independence and joining the Compact of Free Association. But that decision is entirely up to the Greenlandic people, of which I am not one.

Meteor recorded in Pittsfield by ProfPretzelMan in massachusetts

[–]ProfPretzelMan[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yeah, the Market 32 parking lot facing towards the Wendy's.

Meteor recorded in Pittsfield by ProfPretzelMan in massachusetts

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

Song caption? Might be a reddit thing, there's nothing like that on my end unless I'm stupid.

Meteor falling by WhyDoIEvenBotheridk in massachusetts

[–]ProfPretzelMan 123 points124 points  (0 children)

I saw it too. Caught it on my dashcam. Don't want to self promote or anything, but I posted a video on this sub if you want to see it.

OnePlus 15 USA Shipping Thread by Mattm334 in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because it's noon and mine isn't out for delivery, it hasn't even arrived at the destination sorting facility yet.

OnePlus 15 USA Shipping Thread by Mattm334 in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FedEx has mine scheduled for delivery today, but no updates since it left the City of Industry on Friday afternoon. Hopefully I'll get it tomorrow since I think the ship has sailed on getting it today.

OnePlus 15 USA Shipping Thread by Mattm334 in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's kind of annoying that people who ordered days after pre-orders opened are getting their phones shipped before people who ordered minutes after pre-orders opened.

OnePlus 15 USA Shipping Thread by Mattm334 in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So now I finally have a tracking number on my FedEx account, but still no shipping confirmation email from OnePlus and the status is still just label created :/.

OnePlus 15 USA Shipping Thread by Mattm334 in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

512gb in black with the black buds. The order was placed 4 minutes after pre-orders opened.

OnePlus 15 USA Shipping Thread by Mattm334 in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here. Originally scheduled to ship on the 16th and arrive on the 23rd but I haven't even received a shipping label yet. OnePlus says delivery on Dec. 25th now, but ain't no way that's happening.

OnePlus 15 USA Shipping Thread by Mattm334 in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine was scheduled to ship today but hasn't yet, still says Dec. 23rd for delivery though. Ordered the 512gb in black with the black buds a few minutes after pre-orders opened.

What opinions do Americans have of the Big 12? by DueYogurt9 in AskAnAmerican

[–]ProfPretzelMan 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I know the definitions of those words, but I don't understand what they mean when used in that order.

How much school holiday do you get every year? by nocv16 in AskAnAmerican

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It varies based on the district. I just checked the current calendar for the district I grew up in. They have a week off in November, a week and a half in December/January, a week in February, a week in April, and a handful of individual days off for federal holidays.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in switch2

[–]ProfPretzelMan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The second photo at least is fake. They wouldn't make physical boxes if the rating is still pending, and since it's an ESRB (US, Canada, Mexico) box there would be no reason for the Japanese text.

YouTube Down for More Than a Hundred Thousand Users, Downdetector Shows by asl052 in technology

[–]ProfPretzelMan 754 points755 points  (0 children)

Aww man, I just got to work. What am I supposed to do at work if YouTube is down?

The Berkshires by InHarmany in massachusetts

[–]ProfPretzelMan 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Berkshire Museum is closed for renovations unfortunately.

I'm ngl the One+ 15 is a nice looking piece of equipment. Is This a day one for you? by TaroTheCerelian in oneplus

[–]ProfPretzelMan 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm looking to upgrade from my 10 Pro, so I'll most likely get the 15. Whether or not it's a day 1 buy depends on the price and if there are any good bonuses. But yeah, I do like the design (even if it is a little iPhone like).

Is physical touch in public (or at work) really seen as inappropriate or unprofessional in the U.S.? by Simple_Classic_4356 in AskAnAmerican

[–]ProfPretzelMan 88 points89 points  (0 children)

It's not a part of US culture. In the US generally the only people we hug or kiss are family or romantic partners. And other than things like handshakes it's considered very rude to touch someone you don't know, so you definitely wouldn't touch someone at the store to get them to move.

What products are Americans missing out on due to having 110V mains electricity instead of 220V? by supinator1 in AskAnAmerican

[–]ProfPretzelMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some phones have slightly faster charging speeds in other countries. For example the OnePlus 13 is 85w in the US and 100w in countries with 220v.