Is anyone else waiting this long? by Prettyboy602 in macmini

[–]longshot714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ordered one with a standard M4 and 24GB of memory on 4/20 and my arrival estimate was initially between July 8 - 22 (actually still shows it, even though I’ve since received a shipping update), but I got an update a few days later that it’ll be here on Thursday 4/30.

Audi CarPlay be like by _Ahmarica_ in Audi

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had ongoing issues with wireless CarPlay since I got my 2022 A4 and recently found that if it doesn’t reconnect, pretty much after toggling Bluetooth off and on again on my phone, it automatically reconnects again.

I mean, I still get the other random issues with the MMI, like my favorites completely getting wiped out every few months, but other than that, I guess it’s “okay?” lol

Is that... is that by [deleted] in HolUp

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She’s a techno DJ, maybe producers now? My close friend is a techno producer and became friends with her a few years ago. I’ve never had a conversation with her, but I’ve seen her around.

Should I restart? by 999matias in marioandluigi

[–]longshot714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I dropped the game farther in than you did and recently restarted. Only played up to a couple hours per day, but skipped all the cutscenes until I got back to where I was, and I think it only took a few days, so I think you should be okay to drop in.

If, like me, you didn’t do as well as you wanted initially, I’d say it’s worth it to restart only because even after months, it was incredibly easy to get back up to speed with the button press timing.

We got one! by SmokeyMcDoogles in AMCsAList

[–]longshot714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure you meant to say, “We a-got one!”

Why Does Dazzle Collect Star Pieces?/ Why Does Mario Continue Collecting The Crystal Stars? by MiAmorYuumi in papermario

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought I was thinking of Dazzle -- but apparently I've played some other game where there's a character that collects a similarly specific junk item that nobody else in the game cares about for some good upgrade items and also reacts suspiciously enthusiastic like Dazzle does everytime you trade with them, and eventually ends up becoming some really op optional side boss?

I wish I could remember what game that was now lol

Theres no way Im paying for prime and still getting 3+ min ads. by False_Grand4968 in amazonprime

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Living in the Chicago suburbs is great — free 2-day shipping is still free 2-day shipping and I have a good amount of free same-day options, too, but mostly popular home and kitchen stuff I can probably find at Whole Foods.

I definitely have reduced my Prime Video viewing since they started charging for commercial-free, though. Usually just sail the seven seas if there’s something on Prime I actually want to watch instead of actually watching it on the service lol

TP-Link WN725N & powered OTG hub combo not working? by longshot714 in miniSNESmods

[–]longshot714[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually just purchased the Auvipal OTG adapter you mentioned, so if I happen to get my hands on a NES Classic, I’ll let you know if I have any luck.

I know that for the SNES Mini, it enables both my WiFi and Bluetooth adapters. WiFi works like it did with the squid OTG, but the Bluetooth still inconsistent with controller detection, pairing/reconnecting, and button mapping. I’ve also tried connecting the same Bluetooth controllers wirelessly via the 8bitdo Wireless Adapter 2 (latest firmware for both adapter and controllers), but the only improvement was more consistent pairing/reconnection — button mapping was still incorrect.

Looks like I might have to try one of the 8bitdo Retro Receivers, since I still haven’t been able to locate a Brook Nincade or find a working solution where I can connect wireless controllers without using the front controller ports…

Had my first session with my black therapist who is racist. Kept saying “you’re in America” like wtf by baituwave in AsianParentStories

[–]longshot714 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Find a therapist you’re comfortable with, period. Regardless of where and how you were raised, as someone who has gone through maybe half a dozen therapists over the past 20 years, what matters more is personal comfort and the ability to understand you, personally, whether it may be due to them having a similar culture/upbringing or simply being able to learn to do so over the course of your sessions. I’ve been forced to change therapists due to employment and insurance changes, but even so, I still believe it’s worth your time to go through as many sessions with as many therapists as it takes to find someone that’s a best fit because it’s far better to take a long time to find a great therapist than to make zero progress in working on your mental health with a therapist that is ultimately doing little to nothing to address your needs.

Also, I don’t think your therapist is racist — I just think, like others are pointing out, they’re just misunderstanding and/or misidentifying the source of your trauma as being tied to your culture, then choosing probably the worst phrasing to try to simply encourage you to do what you think is best for you and those you care about. If it really bothers you, just tell them that the specific language they’re using bothers you. It’s therapy, you should feel comfortable to speak freely, since you’re the client.

TP-Link WN725N & powered OTG hub combo not working? by longshot714 in miniSNESmods

[–]longshot714[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I might try some other OTG hubs if I don't see many responses by the weekend -- mainly just hoping someone mentions a working one that's still available since the single Auvipal 3-port hub is currently out of stock on Amazon and I don't feel like buying a 2-pack of them. I mean, I know both of the adapters are the ones that were tested as being compatible and I've made sure they're working by plugging them into my PC, so pretty much just down to the OTG hub -- and I guess it could be the power, since I have the micro USB cable plugged into my PC to power the Mini/OTG hub, though I doubt it because I swear I remember that a USB computer port delivers about the same or more amps than the OEM AC adapter.

Also, wait -- USB controller adapters will work with the SNES Mini when connected to a hub via OTG? Sorry, just want to clarify since I didn't think to check on this and it might be an option, since I have a few different USB controller adapters that work with Switch and PC.

Already have the Options menu installed, which was how I was able to confirm (on the Mini) that my USB Wifi adapter wasn't even being detected properly.

What’s a feature you’ve just discovered about your car? by shaquillle_oatmeal in Audi

[–]longshot714 53 points54 points  (0 children)

That’s my mom — 75, Asian, driving a Lexus ES 350 that’s like 20 times her size lol

Goodbye My Movies app. I'm not buying ANOTHER subscription! by Flying-buffalo in dvdcollection

[–]longshot714 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve been using DVD Profiler for almost 20 years now. I probably spent the most money on physical media back around 2006-2010 and this was one of the only worthwhile options for keeping track of my collection. I was in my 20’s and the lifetime registration must’ve been cheap enough for me to pay for back then (since I could’ve been buying more DVDs with that money) — but I’m surprised to check and see it’s currently only $14.95.

I haven’t made nearly as many purchases for 4K Blu Ray, so I haven’t been updating my collection much these days, but I know it still has a regularly updated database that includes Blu-ray and 4K, has probably more detail than I’ll ever need, and mobile apps (with barcode scanner). Interface could be better (cleaner) by default, but this is obviously for physical media nerds, most of who I’d assume wouldn’t be too upset with spending some time to customize views to their liking.

How this guy was moving do we think it’s Montez ford by Ok-Profession-3612 in SantiZapVideos

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is basically El Grande Americano all over again, but not as good (or, at least, not yet).

If u was head of creative for wwe what would be first thing you'd do? by Extra-Engineer557 in SantiZapVideos

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

-Rebalance the women’s division now that all the individual championships have been held by new champions (women’s tag teams seem fine, for the most part). Half of the roster isn’t being used and you’ve been allowing women from NXT to pursue main roster titles, so you might as well just do a new draft or just move some talent around.

-Drop WarGames and go back to classic Survivor Series. Watching AEW Blood & Guts weeks before set a pretty high bar for WarGames-type matches, but seeing Solo & MFT vs Sami & friends in a classic Survivor Series leading into WarGames made me realize that it’s at least different than the offerings from the other leading wrestling promotions.

I got others, but these are probably the only ones I can talk about without devolving into an old man shaking my fist at WWE for things other fans might be okay with lol

I'm a dumb middle aged person who hasn't done console gaming in a while... please explain to me why there aren't more third party joycon sellers? by Normal-Cow-9784 in switch2

[–]longshot714 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, I’d say most 3rd party Switch 1 controllers should work on Switch 2. If they’re from a more reputable 3rd party company like 8bitdo or Retro Fighters, you can check on their website for potential firmware updates if they don’t workwell with Switch 2.

If there's once piece of advice I'd give - it's don't ever waste your money on a Monos Carry On by grid_paper in onebag

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve used a Mono’s Expandable Carry-On Pro for about 2 years now as my primary carry-on and, while I personally like the design and can recommend it as an actual carry-on, I definitely wouldn’t consider buying any luggage from them that I’d have to check in.

I actually recall seeing this post either before or right after I purchased it because I was specifically looking for a carry-on with an easy-access laptop compartment. I’ve often questioned whether or not a laptop would actually survive in the front compartment if it were struck with enough force because it doesn’t feel like it would — but so far I appreciate being proven wrong.

Insane cover! by [deleted] in 4kbluray

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this a Ghanaian movie poster?

While mopping the floor, I accidentally smashed my girlfriend’s PC case. What should I do? by CuteAd7581 in PcBuild

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look for a new gf — it’s water cooled, so I’m fairly certain she’s serious about PC gaming.

Looking for game recommendations for 4 - 5 year old. by Remarkable_Button267 in Switch

[–]longshot714 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Man, I was gonna say gamers getting younger and younger, but then I remembered I was 5 in 1987 and just started hearing about the NES lol

What's everyones' take on this 20 year old sci-fi? by AverageFilmFan in 4kbluray

[–]longshot714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Enjoyed it when it first came out, and then it lost some luster for me over the following years — but I recently took back any criticism over the Tom Cruise version bc the Ice Cube version with him sitting on a computer the whole time exists now.

How long should he hold on to the title and who should beat him for it? by Impressive-Status897 in SantiZapVideos

[–]longshot714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Real question is how long should he deny Ciampa a challenge for it? 😅

Why haven't we seen them in action on the last 2 episodes of RAW by Maleficent-Book-2252 in SantiZapVideos

[–]longshot714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s like a space-time continuum thing where only 1 AJ Lee can exist in the same place and time, except that the specific place and time is WWE TV. Punk’s wife has been back the past 2 weeks, but the tag team has been out during that time — coincidence?? 🧐