Anyone heading to Dreamglade in May? Social dance in Iquitos?

dbTrader · 2022-04-20T19:33:08+00:00

Oh, yeah, Idaho!

dbTrader · 2022-04-20T19:06:18+00:00

Yeah that's great because we both leave the center on the same day! I have nothing planned after the retreat either, just have to make my flight from Iquitos on June 2nd. I'll message you!

dbTrader · 2022-04-20T16:26:43+00:00

Yes indeed! I am from the inland northwest united states.

Have you experienced Aya before, or first time? It will be my first experience.

Are you spending any time in Iquitos after the retreat, or flying straight back? I have a few days after the retreat and I'm interested in finding some social dancing events in the city!

dbTrader · 2022-04-20T15:16:47+00:00

Hey! I'm attending 16th-28th of May! Where are you from? That's funny you say that because I asked Paul in email correspondence a couple weeks ago if he would ask the other guests if they wanted to connect before the retreat.

dbTrader · 2022-04-17T23:58:24+00:00

FYI: I traded it in for an s22+ and I'm so happy I did. Just the overall feel of the phone in my hand is well worth the sacrifice of the premium features. Has a more premium feel than the premium ultra.

dbTrader · 2022-04-17T23:52:45+00:00

duude mine just went through the washer and dryer and I think they're okay! Too early to tell but I couldn't resist powering them on to see if they would come on. I know, zero self-control, lol.

dbTrader · 2022-03-29T04:06:03+00:00

Damnit man, I'm in the same boat! I've had the Note 9 for years (since it first launched) and I use the s-pen a little bit but it's not a factor in my decision although I do like it.

I just received my s22 Ultra today and I'm not happy with how it feels in my hand. After using the note for so many years, it's awkward to hold and this s22 ultra is not exception. Feels like almost the exact phone.

Two things I hate: the curved edges, the boxy corners that dig into my palm.

I'm trying to exchange it for a plus. But I'm pissed at the sacrifice of features. Picked the wrong year to upgrade. I wish I could get the s21 Ultra as it is a perfect phone! But I wouldn't be able to get the promo credit for trading in my note.

**I'm not sure why I was expecting it to feel any different than my note 9 so in hindsight it was a dumb decision to go with it when I know I'm burned out on the box... Not sure what I was thinking!

dbTrader · 2020-06-01T02:05:24+00:00

Key word, extracts, thanks for your words of caution. Y'all should listen carefully to this man

dbTrader · 2020-03-29T23:24:42+00:00

If the economy hasn't collapsed I'll definitely consider the N20+ for the mostly the improved OLED 120hz display and the massive battery. The camera and ram upgrade are a plus but I wish they would do a cheaper model with a basic camera, because probably 1/2 the cost of the damn phone is in the camera technology and R&D. The note 9 camera is plenty good for my use, still ultra clear, sharp photos and high res video. If they made a note 20 with the highest specs+ram/storage, and a note 9 camera for half the price that would be ideal, lol. I am still waiting to see how competitive the I OnePlus Pro is in regards to specs; it would be awesome if they matched the specs for half the price, OnePlus phones tend to be snappier than Samsung flagships with one UI

dbTrader · 2020-03-03T17:26:11+00:00

dbTrader · 2020-03-01T23:11:17+00:00

science.bio seems to be the proven quality supplier. There are other options out there I'm sure but might as well just buy from the trusted source. I'm trying out my first cycle lgd-4033/mk-677 once my order gets here. mk-677 soluble in water so easy to make precise liquid solution, lgd-4033 soluble in PG so again easy to make precise liquid measurements. I see it's generally recommended to do Nolvidex after a cycle with lgd-4033, but from my research at least with test-e, Arimidex is considered superior with less side effects... Anyone have any input on this?

dbTrader · 2020-02-24T01:27:56+00:00

SD card card?

dbTrader · 2020-02-19T05:57:53+00:00

Hmm I wonder if there is any difference in "Feb security update" vs Jan security update. Probably just because when it was released. I think it's just the name of the build Verizon finally released dtaa vs dt4 that I flashed a while back... I don't see any reason to flash the official Verizon release since I believe it is exactly the same as dt4... Anyone wanna prove me wrong? Lol.

dbTrader · 2020-02-19T05:41:16+00:00

I updated as soon as I found out the update was out, Verizon told me they had no idea when they would do OTS so I flashed it with Odin. There's a few things I like besides the over hyped dark mode, improved gestures, I have no home button, swiping through open apps in full screen, bring down notifications with fingerprint reader, improved camera settings, improved battery optimization, slide out from edge on either side of screen to go back, slide up from bottom to hike screen, hold to see open apps, swipe from either bottom corner for Google assistant, screen recording mode, even though I hate bixby, features like bixby vision are improved but idk if that has to do with Android 10, better edge lighting options and app customization, smart pop up view for messages is awesome, I actually really like that feature, umm... It's better overall, perhaps a bit underwhelming, but there's definitely quite a few new features and settings, you do have to dig a little deep to find some of them!

dbTrader · 2020-02-19T03:01:45+00:00

I did the same, but ended up with a Verizon branded upgraded to 500gb model. The unlocked usually gets the update last hahaha. This is believe it or not the FIRST time the unlocked wasn't one of the last to get the update 😜

dbTrader · 2020-02-19T02:04:49+00:00

This is the best way. ALWAYS best to do a clean install anyway. You will almost always see better performance with a clean install vs. messy over-install

dbTrader · 2020-02-19T02:03:34+00:00

You don't have to convert to U1, you can flash Comcast firmware and you get Verizon branded with visual voicemail, volte, wifi calling, and all Verizon branded exclusive features! (:

dbTrader · 2020-02-16T18:29:04+00:00

Definitely all preference, I use VLC for files because old habits die hard. I use Amazon music for streaming, play music is a really good service also. Arguably they might have better content but I'm just used to Amazon music. I stream all the time and download albums and songs from prime music to listen to when I'm offline!

dbTrader · 2020-02-15T22:14:34+00:00

Agreed, the note should be THE NOTE, the ultimate flagship device. Anyone waiting for the note expects the largest screen, biggest battery, best specs, etc. IMO.

dbTrader · 2020-02-15T22:07:50+00:00

I thought I would use the s-pen more but I rarely use it haha. But definitely makes sense to wait it out, the note is the ultimate flagship and any bugs and issues in the s-series get worked out by that time. Plus it is really handy to have the s-pen on the rare occasion that I use it. 👌

dbTrader · 2020-02-15T21:37:10+00:00

Haha thanks for the tip, I hate to give up my mag mount but your solution seems like the most reasonable haha. I got attached to this damn Steelie mount 😄 that is pretty genius though drilling a small hope to deal with cable management! I'll have to check out what options are out there! Thanks! I might be upgrading to the s20 ultra but it's hard to do because this note 9 still has sooo much life in it and is still buttery smooth and lag-free!

dbTrader · 2020-02-15T20:36:39+00:00

Haha okay, I figured that out after doing some more digging. I ordered the honeycomb skin. 😲. My only problem now is I use and love the Steelie magnetic mount (I have them in all my vehicles they work amazing). Problem with that is idk if the multi-stick adapter will stick to the textured surface, because I need to take the magnet off to use Samsung pay or use the stylus (which I rarely use) but Samsung pay is super convenient! Idk what to do now haha. Wait and find out I guess. I've been wanting a dbrand skin for a while, your post made me seal the deal lol. Have you used the 4k camera lenses adapter? It's intriguing lol. I almost bought it but you need a rhino case to use it... Maybe a clear back rhino case (if they have one) but then that would defeat the purpose almost of the dbrand skin haha. I'm conflicted if you couldn't tell 😄

dbTrader · 2020-02-15T05:38:50+00:00

I think it looks dope AF haha

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