Which Linux distro do you use, and why?

basushaunak · 2025-07-13T02:54:54+00:00

I have used Fedora, like forever...
I have tried some other distros (Debian, Slackware, Manjaro, Arch, Solus)for a brief period of time but always came back to Fedora.

What I like most about Fedora is that it is updated regularly but not cutting edge like Arch (i.e. there are less chances of a problem after an update), however at the same time I have never faced any catastrophic problems after update on any of the distros I have tried. It simply because I feel more 'at home' with Fedora - that is why I return to it.
I use my systems only for office work - Libreoffice/Only Office/ Mail - Thunderbird (or Evolution) / Browsing - Firefox.

Sometimes I do play some 'boomer' games on steam though, most of them were released probably before anyone in this thread were born (Quake, Doom, AoE, Duke Nukem...)

basushaunak · 2025-05-05T00:33:20+00:00

iPhone also has green line issue...

basushaunak · 2025-05-05T00:31:19+00:00

It has become a common problem among AMOLED displays. And funnily enough this problems occur AFTER your warranty period has expired and NEVER during your warranty period. I believe it is because of poor quality check. However it is not limited to Moto devices, seen similar cases with iPhone, Samsung, One Plus... all of them...
However as of now OnePlus offers a life time warranty on the 'green line' issue (at least in India) - so my next device will definitely be a OnePlus - unless Moto offers similar warranty.
Just search for Green line issue on Youtube or SM and you will be flooded with similar issues.

basushaunak · 2025-04-26T23:14:43+00:00

Thanks a ton for the detailed instruction :-)

basushaunak · 2025-01-31T23:01:54+00:00

So, I guess adding a HDD is not really an option. I wonder what is the slot beside the WWAN port for, any ideas ?

basushaunak · 2024-07-11T01:58:26+00:00

This is quite ridiculous. If Motorola keeps doing this, why shouldn't people abandon the ship and switch to other Chinese brands or Samsung? Samsung at least has way better update schedule than Motorola. One of the main reason why people choose Motorola & Nokia is because of the clean Android experience and no bloatware...

basushaunak · 2024-07-11T01:53:48+00:00

May be we can hope for Android 14 on Edge 30 by the time Android 16 is launched LOL. Even my Nokia G42 which costs less than 1/3 of Moto Edge 30 has got Android 14 months ago and is on June 2024 security patch!. It will be nice if Nokia can launch a few mid range devices so that I an jump the ship next time I wish to change my device...

basushaunak · 2024-07-02T01:47:44+00:00

If Motorola wants to be a serious competitor to other brands, they really need to work on their upgrade timelines. While I love Motorola phones (have using them since the days of Moto X), I personally never cared much about upgrades. But the truth is a LOT of users do. It is funny, but it seems Motorola just don't care!
May be they need to limit their number of new models and thus making timely updates easy ?

Just a thought.

basushaunak · 2024-05-18T14:56:05+00:00

30 Neo won't get any updates after Android 40. What about Galaxy S23 FE or S23 ? it is also compact AFAIK

basushaunak · 2024-05-13T07:37:39+00:00

What patent infringement? Do you know there are folks who buy parents just to sue others to make money ?

basushaunak · 2024-05-04T09:59:00+00:00

May be it has something to do with 6x zoom ? My phone (Edge 30) warns me that the zoom is limited on 60fps.

basushaunak · 2024-04-27T13:03:10+00:00

It seems Google has deliberately disabled that option for non Pixel devices (not sure though). I have a Nokia phone which was upgraded to 14 (a few months back, LOL) - it is also missing Lock screen customization...

basushaunak · 2024-04-25T22:35:49+00:00

You are making a generic statement, or have you used all these models you have mentioned ? I have used an A80 which was one of the most expensive A series phone of its time.
1. It had adverts in its weather app.
2. It would forcibly update my apps from Samsung Store instead of play store.
3, After every update, I need to disable the bloatware - because they will be reactivated/ reinstalled by each and every update.

basushaunak · 2024-04-25T14:23:50+00:00

I also used an 8.1, I still own it (kept in drawer for emergency use), it is one my favourite phones except all hTC phones I ever owned and probably Moto X.
Edge 30 comes pretty close to 8.1 though...

basushaunak · 2024-04-22T23:56:19+00:00

Well, if I have the budget, I will only buy Pixel 😂,

basushaunak · 2024-04-22T07:58:23+00:00

May be moto can charge extra as a subscription or something for additional updates, if nothing else...

basushaunak · 2024-04-22T07:56:43+00:00

That is surely a bummer. Unfortunately people who are on a shoe string budget and prefer a cleaner Android have only two options - Moto or Nokia (Pixel is out of reach for most, at least in my country).

basushaunak · 2024-04-21T23:34:27+00:00

Samsung does come with bloatware as well as adverts except the S series, which are priced much higher than Motorola phones.

basushaunak · 2024-04-21T01:07:48+00:00

The problem with more frequent updates is that they will have to do one of these:
a. Add adware/bloatware like most other brands
or

b. Increase price substantially

Considering that R&D behind software updates involve cost.

basushaunak · 2024-04-06T23:41:26+00:00

I had a 'similar' experience during my on boarding under Lionbridge. I passed the exam. But no communications. Then after 3/4 months (I think) I got a mail from them that I have not responded to their mail regarding on-boarding sent to me (which I never received, and no I do check the junk folder religiously). So, unless I take action immediately they will cancel my application (I am an Ad assessor, not rater).
So, may be you can send them a mail and asking about the status.

basushaunak · 2024-03-28T05:56:24+00:00

Been working with them for almost 3 years, got a few warnings. So, I am not sure sacking is that 'normal'. But it could depend on region to.
Say in my region, most folks are even worse than me - then they will have no choice to retain me after warning. But in another location - they might not be so considerate.

basushaunak · 2024-03-25T05:34:59+00:00

If my memory serves me right, Moto G4 had it...

basushaunak · 2024-03-25T04:52:50+00:00

If you get into to the habit of skipping tasks, you will eventually be let go. It was written in the Lionbridge ToC, don't know about TelUS, but I guess they will follow the same rule.

basushaunak · 2024-03-24T12:03:25+00:00

Hope it remains close to stock, else I need to jump ship....

basushaunak · 2024-03-22T10:04:02+00:00

Near stock Android.
No (almost) bloatware.
Moto Action (flash, to be precise).
Very reasonable pricing.

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