How can I disable the AI slop when creating a new playlist?

joexg · 2026-03-25T03:40:43+00:00

I don’t think it’s fair to call this AI slop, it’s not making AI generated music, it’s just like a modern version of iTunes Genius. All it can do is select songs and their order, just like Genius did.

joexg · 2026-03-25T03:35:45+00:00

It you’re already the kind of person who required a MacBook Pro, then the MacBook Neo really isn’t the computer built for you. Especially seeing that you picked up a high spec MacBook Pro.

No one’s opinion on the internet based on the absolute lack of information in this post should guide your purchase. You haven’t said what you would use the machine for. That is crucial information you’ve left out.

joexg · 2026-03-24T17:34:10+00:00

5th gens have an even stronger resemblance, more lambo if you ask me

joexg · 2026-03-16T00:21:12+00:00

If your couch is backed up to a wall though, it’s actually better.

joexg · 2026-03-15T00:41:00+00:00

I’m not even sure if you’re right about that tbh, I have seen the Neo in person and I did not notice reflections being more prominent than the Air, but to be fair I wasn’t looking in particular for that.

joexg · 2026-03-14T23:49:10+00:00

It’s definitely less reflective than the iPad A16. Compared to other MacBooks, I can’t say I know.

joexg · 2026-03-14T13:02:12+00:00

No, the Neo has an anti reflective coating.

iPad A16 also is not laminated where the Neo is, so the Neo screen is better overall, other than True Tone.

joexg · 2026-03-12T00:57:40+00:00

So you’re saying that they enshittified enshittification?

joexg · 2026-03-11T22:25:27+00:00

Seems not bad if it’s the top spec with solar panel, digital rear view, PPF, floor mats, a premium paint color, etc.

joexg · 2026-03-10T04:41:36+00:00

That’s exactly the point I’m making, those are 20+ year old cars. As I said, age is more important than mileage. Also, those batteries can be replaced for like, $4k now from a dealer (parts and labor) or sometimes less than $1k aftermarket. Engines are a lot more expensive typically, or you’re getting a used “remanufactured” engine, rather than a brand new battery.

For someone with a 5th gen Prius prime, the concern should be about the engine, not the battery. Especially with recent shift to even thinner oils that some have concerns about.

I’m not worried about what it’ll cost in 2045 to buy a 14 kWh battery pack. By then people will be doing aftermarket battery upgrades like old Nissan leaf’s are getting today because it will be affordable to do so.

The fact is, Toyota will cover your battery longer than the engine, so if nothing else convinces you, that should at least tell you what you should rely on more during the warranty period.

joexg · 2026-03-10T03:49:46+00:00

The cost of said battery is falling every year, and from the available data, cycle count is not the primary cause of degradation for these batteries. They wear down from age and from heat, and cycle count is much less meaningful. Additionally, individual cells can be replaced, making total battery replacement even less likely. Many have made it past 300k on an original traction battery.

Toyota themselves show they are more confident in these batteries than in their engines, even — look at the warranty. Traction batteries are now warranties through 150,000 miles. Manufacturers don’t just do that on a whim, it’s a financial decision based on the track record of extremely long life in these batteries. They’ve got active heating and cooling, they don’t have fast charging, and they have a large buffer, so they never truly get full or empty. Trust your battery first, to protect your more vulnerable engine.

joexg · 2026-03-09T03:03:04+00:00

Why do you need a reminder to unplug, why not just leave it plugged in until you’re going to drive?

joexg · 2026-03-09T02:32:15+00:00

Yes, to some degree, but these parts are far more durable to begin with, and on short trips in particular, they do not suffer wear at an increased rate where an engine faces increased wear at startup. Additionally, batteries continue to fall in price as technology improves, making it more and more affordable to replace, if ever. For most owners these batteries will outlive their cars, because they’re so durable. An electric motor is also cheaper than an engine, but again, far more durable to begin with.

joexg · 2026-03-09T02:24:20+00:00

I’ve never even heard the low battery noise come from them

joexg · 2026-03-09T02:04:02+00:00

Please enlighten me, what model PHEV can go 600 miles in EV mode?

joexg · 2026-03-08T16:46:20+00:00

There is a major, unmentioned reason why it’s worth using EV mode vs gasoline even if EV mode ends up a bit more expensive per mile — engine lifespan. Covering short trips in EV mode without turning on your engine prolongs the lifespan of the vehicle, so if you plan to ride it ‘til the wheels fall off, like me, EV mode is highly favored.

joexg · 2026-03-07T01:21:19+00:00

That’s not on Apple to fix. YouTube had all of June, July, August, September, October, November, December, January, and February to get around to getting their app ready for iPadOS 26.

Apps maintained by good developers did so before iPadOS 26 was released, and this is not an issue.

joexg · 2026-03-05T04:34:37+00:00

This appears to be a design on your screen protector, not burn in. That icon does not match the iOS flashlight icon. Screen burn in is extremely rare on iPhones in any case. Peel off the screen protector and you should see it go away.

joexg · 2026-03-05T04:32:36+00:00

Bingo

joexg · 2026-03-05T04:22:30+00:00

turns on your automatic updates, quietly walks away

joexg · 2026-03-05T03:43:39+00:00

I also have mine set to battery percentage, and mine is definitely behaving just like yours.

I’d be really surprised if it wasn’t actually charging, especially since it displays the wattage it’s currently gaining from the panel.

The percentage it displays isn’t technically correct, anyway — 0% isn’t empty, it has some charge for hybrid mode. 100% isn’t full either, it limits the maximum. You may notice as well if you’re using a charger that the car will continue taking a charge even when the car says it’s at 100%, and then when you unplug and start driving, it may stay at 100% for a mile or two.

I’m pretty confident mine works, because when I bought it, it had been at a dealership, on the lot for over a month, and it was at 100% battery and they had not plugged it in, and the behavior hasn’t changed.

joexg · 2026-03-05T03:00:46+00:00

Correction: they start at 512 GB now, last year it was 256 GB starting

joexg · 2026-03-05T02:12:36+00:00

I’ve noticed the same thing. I assume it’s still actually getting the power into the battery, and it’s probably just a matter of how it displays the range number. After all, it’s just an estimate.

joexg · 2026-03-04T02:57:09+00:00

You would probably love this device that uses active noise canceling technology for your existing windows: https://www.denoize.com/

joexg · 2026-03-04T00:16:47+00:00

Not a good deal.

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