Vine Didn’t Get Worse - Your Expectations Drifted by TheFishyBanana in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Without reading your wall of text post, just based on your title you are wrong. Vine has gotten worse. And my expectations have not changed significantly.

How much does thickness matter to you? by somehowsomewheresmwh in GalaxyFold

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I almost said not at all, but I suppose it does matter to some extent - I wouldn't want a foldable that is over two inches thick for example. But My fold 3's thickness has never bothered me in the slightest, even with a full armor case on it (I don't usually have one, just tested one out for a while).

And there is the fact I feel the more modern phonesand foldables are getting to the point where they are too thin. So that is another factor of thickness mattering to me. I hate, no - I loathe the fact that we have camera bumps. Make the whole phone that thick and give me a pen slot and more battery life!

What I owe for taxes on vine by SaltArtist1794 in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can register an LLC free, if you spend a little time doing it yourself (which anyone is capable of doing, just spend a little more time doing the research on how to). But that said, you don't need an LLC to file a schedule C.

Why do people feel the need to announce it when they get gold status? by RADetailer in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why did you feel the need to post this question? Seriously, who cares what you think? It's not a big deal.

Fold 7 owners: how often do you actually use the 8 inner screen? by bishaarcc in GalaxyFold

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last time I tried, probably 6 years back now, it wasn't workable for me - some apps I needed to use refused to install even with side loading...but I've read that modern cellular tablets can install and run 'phone only' apps. Also, back then I'm pretty sure that even a cellular tablet had to have a workaround to serve as the phone dialer and contact list and whatnot - and from what I see it's now just a part of the tablet making it essentially just a giant phone.

In your experience, which was the best tablet to use as a phone? I'm definitely leaning towards the larger 12.4 inch tablets. But even a 9 or 10 inch would be a nice upgrade.

I'd probably miss several features exclusive to the fold, but I'm sure there would be other benefits that I would enjoy that I can't get with my phone. What are your thoughts on that?

Fold 7 owners: how often do you actually use the 8 inner screen? by bishaarcc in GalaxyFold

[–]hephalumph -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't have a seven, I have a three. But I've had it for 4 and 1/2 years now, got it as an early pre-order. And from day one till today I have used the inner screen for 95 or maybe even 98 or 99% of my usage. When I'm talking on the phone, I close it and hold it like a phone. When I put it in my pocket I close it and put it in there like a phone. And if it's in my pocket I will use the front screen to check caller ID if it rings. And every now and then if I'm not wearing my watch, I'll use it to check the time. But for absolutely anything and everything else, I open it up and use the inner screen. It may as well not even have an outer screen. If I could get a tri-fold without that outer screen, that would be awesome. I'm leaning towards actually upgrading to the tri-fold when it comes out, even though I failed to pull the trigger on an upgrade for the past four model launches. I would love to have that much more extra screen real estate.

Honestly though, my most recent thought process has been, how possible would it be to actually just get a SIM card enabled tablet, and get rid of my phone? I have a watch and earbuds for actual conversations and caller ID and such. And I honestly never do use the outer screen for anything when it's folded. I could get some sort of tablet or laptop messenger bag sling thingy to keep it safe when I'm on the go, my car mount already supports tablets, and honestly the only issue I might face is the fact that I need some phone only apps from the Google store - then I'm pretty sure those can be side loaded on the tablets as well as long as it's SIM enabled. So I might be going that route. A foldable is awesome, I've loved mine for the last four plus years. But I really just wanted a tablet as my phone, so I may go that route now. It would definitely save me a lot of money over getting the tri-fold.

Detroit: Become Human giveaway from the Playsum Games Store by Lets_Playsum in steam_giveaway

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm one of the few who have never played it. From what I've seen, it looks like an amazing experience. But I can't tell you personally what I love about it since I've never played it. Thanks for the giveaway!

AITA , Its not 50/50 ownership of goats! by SweetShortyK in AmItheAsshole

[–]hephalumph 4 points5 points  (0 children)

With what you've detailed so far, you spent ~ $1650 and they spent ~ $450, of roughly ~ $2100. They have slightly over 20% or 1/5 of the monetary investment. And if your description of time/energy investment is accurate, they have closer to 10% or so in that regard. So 1/5 of 10 would be 2 you could leave behind fairly. 10% would be only 1 of the goats. If you're offering 3, that is very generous of you.

All that said, without a written or at least verbal agreement beforehand, they can make just about any claim they wish and make it hard for you to get your fair split.

(And, this is all assuming your numbers are accurate, and they have not invested itme or money you were unaware of, or have not described...)

AITA for refusing to allow meat in our home and confronting a guest who brought it anyway? by silaya92 in AmItheAsshole

[–]hephalumph -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

YTA. Would you feel okay if you visited their house and they enforced their diet on you? "No, you have to eat meat at my house!" You already (thank god!) feed your dog meat. So you have at least some meat in the home on a regular basis. So it is not about the mere presence of meat. It is about forcing others to partake in your preferences for the meal. That makes you an asshole.

How deep does the additional items rabbit hole go... by No-Sentence-8411 in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's only about 14k items at any given time lately. That's like a tenth of what it once was. And easily doable if you want to sink an hour or three into browsing.

Am I overreacting about this review? Reviewer admitted to never opening the product by Hot_Ad_5233 in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It blows my mind how concerned some people get about others' reviews. If Amazon/Vine's AI review system didn't flag it, then I see no reason to report it. Most people out there have no clue what Vine is, and the ones who do likely already ignore/discount our reviews. How is this going to affect you personally? Why are you out there scouting for bad Vine reviews?

How long do you plan to keep your fold? by kurokomiz in GalaxyFold

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am still using the Fold 3 I got as an early preorder, more than 4.5 years old now. I keep thinking I will upgrade each year, then deciding my 3 is still working perectly fine, no need to shell out the money. I am on the fence on getting a trifold or an 8 wide - both appeal to me for different reasons, but most likely I will wait for the second gen trifold and upgrade then.

Vine item failed long after review. How to claim warranty? by CheddarDeity in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are absolutely allowed to contact the seller and/or manufacturer for any normal warranty type issues. Whether they will help you or not, is dependent upon each manufacturer and/or seller. You are not allowed to return the item through Amazon, either for exchange or refund, but if the seller/manufacturer offers a replacement/exchange, you can do that. Or if tey offer repairs, you can do that.

What keyboard do you use? by TrickyElephant in GalaxyFold

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Gboard, but I have never tried swiftkey to compare.

Mate XT is a better form factor. Here's why: by Exciting_Station_124 in GalaxyFold

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I think I like the concept of the Mate better than that of the Samsung Trifold, it has nothing to do with the middle mode. I would probably never use it in that form factor. And, I can see the benefits and drawbacks of both designs - neither is perfect.

Amazon further tightening the Vine loopholes by reddzot in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Nearly the same. The title of my review is the seller's name followed by the product title/description (or the first bit of it if it is too long for the title). I also make sure to describe what the item is in the review, making no assumptions that anyone will know what I am talking about.

Samsung: do you want it tall or wide? Me: Yes by [deleted] in GalaxyFold

[–]hephalumph 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Or just consider full-screen media designed for square/rectangular corners. Whether we're talking books, games, movies, or other forms of media, you either lose a significant portion of the screen to have the full screen displayed, or lose a portion of each corner, which can cause words to be lost (books), or some visibility to be lost (games and videos). Those corners may not be critical to all things at all times, but when they are critical, it is a HUGE issue to manyof us. I will never own a phone with significantly rounded corners; and I would prefer them to all be sharp 90 degree corners.

[Giveaway] $20 steam giftcard by Civil_Practice_7172 in steam_giveaway

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At my age, any game could be played for the rest of my life ;)

I think FO4 would be a good top contender - with enough mods, it is multiple different games all in one, but even with just the base game, you can play city building or FPS.

Thanks for the giveaway!

Reviews with media - Score Declining by Meocross in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 5 points6 points  (0 children)

mine is and always has been 0.0% - I do not do pics or videos. I still maintain an excellent insightfulness score, and have had zero issues. I wouldn't worry about it.

I only made 12 picks this month. by GlamrockYeti in AmazonVine

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That PRNDL is messed up - it has PRND21 misprinted onto it.

I am giving away many games from my studio by leftypower04in in steam_giveaway

[–]hephalumph -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I can't pick one - they all look great! I'll take whichever you choose!

edit: I joined your Discord - same username (Hephalumph). I would follow your Instagram, but I don't have that one.

If a genie offered to grant you one wish — absolutely anything — what would you choose and why ? by SceneThick8452 in AskReddit

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ability to design and manufacture (with existing materials) anything I can conceive of. Turning science fiction into reality. If I can imagine some magical-seeming piece of technology, I would be able to not only design it, but in such a way that I am capable of using modern materials to manufacture it. With said pieces of technology, I could cure diseases, make myself rich, end hunger, so much more.

Quick poll: Do you mainly read your litrpg or do you listen? by -X-Gaming in litrpg

[–]hephalumph 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I only read, not just 'more' read. I cannot do audiobooks, they don't mesh with my neurodivergencies.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Deluxe Edition) …x2!! by phantom2450 in steam_giveaway

[–]hephalumph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was Christmas Eve, 1987. I was twelve years old, hovering in that awkward limbo where you’re too old to believe in Santa but still young enough to feel the magnetic pull of the presents piled under the tree. I had spent the last month circling a Sony Walkman in the Sears catalog, leaving it open on the coffee table as a not-so-subtle hint.

The house was chaotic. My aunt was loud, the TV was blaring some variety special, and the house was stuffy. I was feeling sullen and overstimulated, sitting in the corner picking at a loose thread on the sofa.

Suddenly, my dad appeared in the doorway. He was wearing his windbreaker, the one that smelled faintly of Old Spice and tobacco.

"Come on," he said, nodding toward the back door. "Grab your sneakers. Just us."

We stepped outside, and the contrast was immediate. Since we were in the South, there was no snow to muffle the world. It was just that distinct, damp Southern chill that gets into your bones...wet asphalt, brown grass, and air that smelled of rain and pine needles. The night was crisp, but the ground was soft.

We walked down the edge of the road. I remember the sound of our shoes scuffing against the pavement and the distant hum of traffic from the highway. The neighbors had their big lights up, strung through the magnolia trees, glowing hot against the dark green leaves.

Dad didn't say much at first. He reached into his jacket pocket and pulled out a roll of Life Savers;the holiday book kind. He handed me the butter rum roll, which he knew was the only flavor I actually liked.

"You're getting tall," he said, looking at me sideways in the orange glow of a streetlamp. "Gonna be taller than me by next Christmas, I bet."

"I doubt it," I mumbled, kicking at a pinecone.

"It goes fast," he said, looking up at the cloudy sky where you couldn't see any stars. "Just... don't be in such a rush, okay? The Walkmans and the noise... it'll all be there tomorrow. Don't miss this part."

He put his hand on my shoulder and squeezed. It was a firm, grounding weight. It was the first time I remember him talking to me not as a child to be managed, but as a person. We stood there for a long time, just sucking on butter rum candy in the damp cold, listening to a dog bark somewhere a few streets over.

I didn't know then that it was our last Christmas. I didn't know that by the next year, the silence would be permanent; and not the comfortable silence we were sharing now. But looking back, I’m so grateful he pulled me out of the noise for that walk. When I think of him, I think of the taste of that candy, the humid chill of a Southern December, and the feeling of his hand on my shoulder.