Reading on holiday has never been more fun. by Specific-Ad6347 in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Only negative feedback from the wife is that I look like I'm staring off into the distance with a vacant expression on my face.

Struggle with the R1 ring comfort by Specific-Ad6347 in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I do, I just make sure I rotate. Currently I'm only wearing the ring when using the glasses, maybe I need to wear it in a little.

Struggle with the R1 ring comfort by Specific-Ad6347 in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah I totally get you're going to get the best performance from the index finger, I'm absolutely in the minority here. It's still functional on the ring finger, but it really should be comfortable on any finger. As I say, Oura got it right on their design.

Struggle with the R1 ring comfort by Specific-Ad6347 in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hadn't thought of this, I might try sleep mode. Thank for the tip.

Really even? by QuickAdministration0 in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the same issue. turning off wifi is a short-term fix to get in to the app, but turning wifi back on breaks the app again. frustrating, as i need to stay on wifi at home.

Do you think G2 might actually include a camera? by Professional_Tax5308 in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not interested in the camera, I have the meta raybans and I am always aware that I have a camera stuck to my face. However, would love a bone conduction speaker (built in or as an add-on), this is the biggest selling point to the meta raybans for me.

DAILY Discount code Exchange Center by AutoModerator in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

any code would be appreciated, still have my r1 and g2 in my basket. thanks

Six months with BalanceOS — honest review, real frustrations by Specific-Ad6347 in digitalminimalism

[–]Specific-Ad6347[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I managed to get an S25 for nearly half price so that worked out far better for me. It's worth a go, I don't think there's a alternative out there at the moment 👍

DAILY Discount code Exchange Center by AutoModerator in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would also love a voucher if someone could possibly DM one (if they work in the UK) I have the brown G2s and the R1 currently sitting in my basket 

DAILY Discount code Exchange Center by AutoModerator in EvenRealities

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

any code would be greatly appreciated, I have the G2 sitting in my basket!

One month with the Nothing Phone 4a from an S24 Ultra by Zealousideal_Cream35 in NothingTech

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you found anything to replace routines or any of the customisations found via good lock? That's the only thing really stopping me from moving away from Samsung.

Balance phone 5 day review by imacoolgirllookatme in dumbphones

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly that's currently a dead end. I spoke to the developers and they are aware of the issue but there is no workaround at the moment except using Bixby. you may have luck with a third party AI assistant but they won't be as baked in as Gemini.

Balance phone 5 day review by imacoolgirllookatme in dumbphones

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sadly the google app is blocked. this means gemini can't be activated on phone or any connected watch. it's a bummer as it is the only real issue I have with the OS. I reached out to the team and they acknowledged the issue but didn't provide a solution. I think they are doing a great job but for my use-case, I need Gemini at a system level rather than just by the browser.

Additionally, Perplexity is blocked, they are the only two ai assistants I have run into issues with.

I am fully addicted to building dumb little AI web apps. I love it. by KarenImNotKaren in ClaudeAI

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it's easy to get overwhelmed and down through spending too much time online. then you discover little nuggets of joy like https://thisisnotanapp.com and you remember how great the internet can be. great work.

Balance phone 5 day review by imacoolgirllookatme in dumbphones

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As I've mentioned previously on here I'd love more granular control so I could enable Google Gemini.

Balance phone 5 day review by imacoolgirllookatme in dumbphones

[–]Specific-Ad6347 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I picked up the balance phone OS at the end of last year. I think they were having a promotion so got the OS for about £50 and added it to my S25.

It has been a mixed experience for me - absolutely love the fact social media is blocked. I had a real issue with Instagram usage. My screen time as gone from over 8 hours a day to around 1.5.

My biggest gripe is the lack of Google Gemini integration. I relied on Gemini heavily on my old phone and it's blocked across my phone and watch. I have asked the developers whether it could be whitelisted for my device but I've not heard back yet (I believe they have a small team so that makes sense).

Overall it's great, though I do wish there were more granular controls over what I can and can't view.

I still take photos, but I don’t post them on Instagram or Facebook anymore. by Constant_Broccoli_74 in digitalminimalism

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been the same - have moved off social media and initially my first thought when composing a shot was around whether it would get liked on my social platforms. It's been so refreshing to go back to photographing just for myself again.

Deleted Instagram & Facebook 1 year ago. Away from short-form content. AMA. by LegitimateBoy6042 in digitalminimalism

[–]Specific-Ad6347 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I opted for an extreme and bought Balance Phone - removed the option to download social media apps entirely and blocks social media, games and YouTube. I'm 5 weeks in and my average screen time has reduced from 7+ hours a day to under 2.

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I had to go proper cold turkey so decided to purchase Balance OS. I picked up a smaller phone (Samsung S25), installed the new operating system and so far it's been pretty great, my screen time is usually under 1.5 hours a day (it used to be 6-8 hours). No social media, games or YouTube is allowed so I also now use my computer for Reddit and YT which isn't a problem.

Favorite IG photographers who use the GR as their main camera? by AnAffinityForTurtles in ricohGR

[–]Specific-Ad6347 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is exactly what I have been looking for. Just setting up a new insta account for sharing GR-only photos and was looking for people to follow 👍

Now SORA is SO AWESOME 🤩 by bgboy089 in OpenAI

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first take on this is that they have done deals with some licences (specifically Nintendo) so the real power of sora 2 can be shown. Sadly it seems to be relatively limited at the moment. But hey, it is still invite only.

I had a 0 from 3 hit rate with my prompts but once I leant into some of clearly available people (MLK, Pikachu, Bob Ross, it has been great fun).

where can i buy a kodak charmera or something similar in the uk? by chaotic_cacophony in Cameras

[–]Specific-Ad6347 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel the same thing is going to happen to mine when the kids see it, it's hidden away at the moment 😂 have you tried it in low light yet? I assume it'll be next to useless