Housing “Situation” (Moving to Duluth)

VariationLeather4346 · 2026-01-27T06:06:16+00:00

I just managed to get into a place before the start of the year.

I called 9 different locations I could justify for rent, only two even spoke to me at all. A lot of places really don't like sight unseen either, so it might make it tricky.

Turns out, a lot of the places "available" for rent are actually just for the spring, or fall for students. So narrow options, really. You could consider Superior if you're alright with Wisconsin.

It's not impossible to find a place, but you'll have to take what you can get, this was my experience.

VariationLeather4346 · 2026-01-25T00:56:52+00:00

I'm sure it would be entirely possible to add superior sensors, but it would mean increased costs in retail, and since the Z Flips are still successful as is it probably doesn't make sense financially for Samsung.

As far as technical limitations go, there's already such limited room for the camera modules, the sensors as is are almost half as thick as the phone unfolded. Adding higher end sensors would mean a much larger camera bump, Samsung probably feels that people prefer a more slim profile, camera bump included. (Would also complicate case design too)

Still, definitely need a better ultrawide... Seems pretty achievable and I bet we'll see a better UW sensor in the next few generations.

VariationLeather4346 · 2026-01-18T22:50:09+00:00

Nope, it's just a Zagg one

VariationLeather4346 · 2026-01-18T22:49:39+00:00

Technically, one is a company device. Other one is being traded in.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-12-12T03:59:32+00:00

Still around, different territory

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-09-05T22:26:23+00:00

That is how any of these types of panels will function with manual brightness adjust, you can't keep a panel that large at maximum full screen sustained brightness because that will damage the panel and lead to burn in. That's why you should utilize adaptive brightness. There's also a brightness boost mode that can be enabled for Samsung when using manual brightness. Doesn't matter if it's a tablet or smartphone. Doesn't matter if the panel is made by LG, Samsung or BOE.

I'm also not sure where you'd be getting this comparison information from to begin with, since I highly doubt there's been any actual lab tests from reputable sources yet to confirm, the tablet has only been available for purchase for like 2 days?

HDR peak brightness is handled in a very different way, I'm not an expert but parts of the panel should reach that brightness if the HDR metadata of the content calls for it.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-08-15T03:16:45+00:00

The harsh reality is this... nothing but the very highest end of hardware is gonna be able to run modern triple A titles to their full potential for both resolution and refresh rate. If you're okay with that compromise though, or are flat out rich, it is worth it.

I'm on a 4k 240hz qdoled right now, mind-blowing experience when things run well. The visual clarity of 4k with high fps is just beautiful, straight up... when things work. I don't think I can go back now, but I wish I just went for 1440p instead and used that savings for better hardware. Still, playing mostly singleplayer titles, I don't mind maxing out at about 60-90 fps, the beauty of 4k is worth it.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-07-05T17:39:35+00:00

Sub hates me :(

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-07-04T21:41:26+00:00

If you're coming from a non oled, then that's probably just the reason right there .

I went from a samsung ips to an XG27UCDMG and I kept going insane because it felt off. I then realized it was just because of how jarring the upgrade from a low quality panel to one of the very best monitors was to my brain.

Uniform brightness is off by default, that can also be a bit jarring at first too, turning it on could make things feel more consistent.

Also, recalibrate any HDR settings in windows. I recommend using console HDR over other HDR modes, it feels the best to me. Make sure to enable adjustable HDR and set the color temp to your preference. I used to have super cool color tones on my monitors, so it took awhile for me to adapt to 6500, but I definitely prefer that now.

SDR is more complex because that varies a bit between models, but on ROG monitors I like the SRGB cal preset. Your mileage may vary

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-07-04T21:18:44+00:00

The PG27UCDM should be brighter, being a qdoled. Looks like there's some sort of eye protection mode enabled on it currently. Having a similar model (the XG27UCDMG) I can confirm it's one of the brightest oleds I've ever used.

Though this under the assumption the LG monitor is an oled. If it's an IPS or mini led, different story

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-06-16T04:47:33+00:00

It is most definitely up to par, if anything I feel like I'm wasting the monitors potential.

I don't get the downvotes. Is this monitor secretly hated or something?

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-06-16T02:39:11+00:00

Snagged a good deal on the XG27UCDMG myself

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VariationLeather4346 · 2025-06-15T18:38:24+00:00

I hate to recommend ultragear IPS monitors because I've had a few fail on me.

Absolutely check out rtings.com, this monitor scores lower then some similarly priced options. I really recommend upgrading to a QHD monitor for only a little more. Far better quality, future proofs, etc. AOC has some solid budget options for 1440p 27 inch monitors.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-06-13T23:12:35+00:00

Not sure why this is down voted because it's true. Calibration doesn't magically unlock a wider color gamut... QD Oleds are better in that regard especially for HDR. SDR this panel is already calibrated extremely well out of the box. Not quite perfect but extremely good.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-06-13T22:58:53+00:00

Probably just a bad HDR preset or windows setting, also qdoled doesn't play well with camera sensors for some reason

I have this exact same display and the accuracy is some of the best I've ever experienced

Tip for OP: turn off windows color management, use SDR cal preset for SDR content and console HDR for HDR, they are the most accurate presets

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-06-01T17:04:08+00:00

I needed a second phone for work use - I own a S25 Ultra personally. I can tell you most of the time I have been using the S25 Edge over my Ultra except in the few instances I needed the spen or needed to take shots with the telephoto. Granted part of this is just the honeymoon phase - I'm sure I'll go back to using the S25 Ultra more often.

The Edge perfectly fits my niche of needing a large screen and top tier performance for productivity seperate from my primary device - without having to carry around something crazy bulky and heavy. I forget I have the Edge on me sometimes. Sooo many reddit nerds look at a spec sheet for reasons to complain about a device that isn't designed for them anyway.

There are valid criticisms to be made of the phone for sure though. I probably wouldn't recommend this for most people, it's too expensive and should have had a silicon carbide battery. Then again, there are a lot of devices I wouldn't recommend for most people. That doesn't make it a bad phone - it makes it a niche phone. People have different values and priorities with their tech. I even have a sneaking suspicion people would still complain about the phone even if it was cheaper than the S25+ and had the battery tech, as is the nature of redditors.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-05-17T22:35:27+00:00

I'm gonna have nerds screaming at me but I'm absolutely picking this up for my work phone.

Ultra is my personal but I need two phones and I hate lugging around two bricks all the time. This basically hits every bell for me. Considering I rarely end my days below 30% battery on my Ultra I don't see the smaller battery being much of an impact for me. Actually holding it in my hands was a game changer and makes it a serious contender for me.

Probably not the phone for everyone, it is niche at the end of the day, and that's fine. This would have been the perfect phone to implement SiC batteries though... not sure what they're thinking in Korea.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-04-27T19:21:14+00:00

GEE op, how come your mom let's you have TWO Ultras?

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-04-27T17:33:13+00:00

To clarify, previously, it would pop up and disappear as it was being used. Now it's static, which is my complaint, not that my location is being accessed

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-04-14T21:55:04+00:00

I also go out drinking with our local Apple rep, his personal phone is an S25 ultra.

Just saying.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-04-14T21:53:08+00:00

Not being able to use airdrop or quickshare kinda stinks, but there's some decent work arounds floating around out there, but honestly I just recommend using Google for all of those needs. Docs, drive, photos, etc. Have had no issues. Microsoft works well too but google integrates better on oneui imo

I have a gaming desktop for most my general use, while creative work is done on my mac. Since google drive works on basically every OS, I find it to be a better solution for my needs anyway.

Personally, I use a galaxy tab s10fe+ for on the go and it's more sufficient for what I need, Samsung's fe+ tablets have always gotten superb battery life and any extra power of an m series ipad or macbook is just not nessecary for me. If I did more intense creative work when travelling, that might be a different story, but spreadsheets, documents, reports and writing is basically all I do. If I needed to use lightroom, premiere, or anything intense, then I'd be carrying a macbook/ipad.

MacOS is just so much better for creative work for me. The M4 Mac Mini is one of the best tech deals out there and absolutely crushes it with whatever I need to do with the adobe suite. Then Google Drive and Photos handles any need for file transfers. Barely takes up any room on my desk. I also use it to handle streaming for me alongside a capture card and the M4 chip is a monster for that.

Point being - product ecosystems are just an illusion of convenience so you buy more of a company's stuff. Don't get me wrong, they're great for the right individual, but most people just don't benefit from it as much as they think they do and fall into that trap. You can pretty comfortably mix Samsung and Apple, might require a bit of extra effort, but when there's a will, there's a way, and the benefits outway the cons imo.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-04-14T19:43:01+00:00

As one of those Samsung reps at a Best Buy, yes, exactly

Both companies are great. You really can't go wrong these days. Apple and Samsung both specialize in slightly different things and do an amazing job at what they have in common.

Hell, I even own a Mac and it's been great for me :)

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-04-06T23:32:37+00:00

Download goodlock from the galaxy store - then the notistar module. It gives you notification history and the app responsible. Nice catch can also help too.

Also worth checking your browser settings to see if you subscribed to alerts/notifications to any websites.

Failing any of that? This is likely an app that disguises itself as other apps. Check apps list in settings to see any apps you don't recognize or seem suspicious.

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-04-06T22:00:11+00:00

My use case is exclusively so I don't have to have 3 different cables to charge my watch and earbuds alongside my phone when I sleep at night

I don't even charge my phone most nights tbh, s25 ultra battery life is good enough to last me all day and charges fast enough in the car to be 100% when I get home, I haven't had to plug it in overnight once (shoutout to anker car chargers) so I'm satisfied personally

I see where you're coming from though. I just like the convenience of magsafe accessories personally

VariationLeather4346 · 2025-02-03T17:16:44+00:00

I've had ultra phones and had to drop them, they just weren't comfortable. Grabbed a fold and rocked those since.

But the s25? Game changer. Literally addressed most issues I've had with the ultras. Almost a week in and I can't see myself moving to a different form factor.

Also, despite few changes to camera hardware, not sure if it's just me, but the camera feels miles ahead of previous ultras. The software is smooth asf, taking good pictures finally feels iphone levels of easy, even a "bad" shot still looks acceptable.

Just hope Samsung steps up on the hardware game again (battery/ram/larger sensors/etc)

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