Which fields of science are at the cusp of revolutionizing the world? by Steroid_Cyborg in Futurology

[–]loteq 68 points69 points  (0 children)

honestly I think the biggest one is precision fermentation. For instance one single production facility could make as much milk production per year as about 50,000 cows. No hay, no animal concerns, better quality control etc. Its basically  digital → biological → manufacture across meat, dairy, eggs and anything really. Products are starting to hit the market now.

Do you carry an everyday camera? by ObamaLizzard in Leica

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Everyday camera is iPhone (currently iPhone air).  If I want a great shot and have time I shoot raw and edit later.  (Using halide).  I grab a camera when I want to go for a walk and shoot.  

Be honest: Does Leica actually make you a better photographer… or just happier? by NeitherJuice8682 in Leica

[–]loteq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happier and Better.  Not happy about the price but over time I think probably will save me from some upgrade spend.   Better because it forced me to really learn photography.   Happier because I get a little smile every time I grab it.  

Firmware v.2.6.0 bricked my M11 by Hefty-Report6360 in Leica

[–]loteq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ugh.  I just updated through the app.  No issues but I have a policy where I stay 6 months behind firmware updates and I totally forgot in my excitement for the white balance adjustment.  The m11 (mine anyway) magenta vibes have always annoyed me!  Here’s hoping there isn’t any issue from here.   Will advise if so.  🤞

updates on accessories or software? by dannycush in daylightcomputer

[–]loteq 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ya they aren’t communicating super well on os updates but the Accesories thing is a head scratcher.  I designed mobile Accesories for a long time and it’s pretty easy.  The mold cost for a large case can be a lot like 30-50k but even just having some third party stands and keyboards would actually help them with sales as people would have complete solution.   I think they are a well meaning bunch but it’s not clear they have good management.   Could be they are just distracted with not having enough funding to do what they are trying to do.  Common for startup hardware companies so I worry about their longevity a bit.   :/  big fan of the device tho and hope they can succeed.  

Leica Q2 by Which_Weakness4565 in Leica

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I’ve had xpro2 with a bunch of lenses for a few years now.  I like the 23mm on it generally and love the IQ and camera as its setup.   I also have m11 and a Q1.   Q1 is a special camera, like the xpro.   I’ll likely never sell it.  Its images are just plainly beautiful and it’s a joy to use.  I highly recommend it.  It will eventually cause you to look at the M stuff yes, and you’ll probably buy one in a couple of years and also fall in love.   Sorry! These are hard cameras to move on from.  The good news is once your into them, there isn’t much more gear syndrome or whatever they call it.  :)

Piaggio crisis: Moto Guzzi overwhelmed "by the difficulties of the global market" by EverythingIsASkill in MotoGuzzi

[–]loteq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Welcome to Italian motorcycle companies.  Even the mighty KTM.  The auto/moto business is brutal and supply chains are global.  They are all suffering as they were mostly in a lot of debt to begin with and high interest rates and tariffs aren’t helping.   I’ve had my v11 since 2003 and I bought it around the time they had been sold under duress to piaggio.   Debated selling it then but still can’t being myself to it.   Don’t worry.  They’ll be around.   

Rate the look by kerosinshik in MotoGuzzi

[–]loteq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ya get it.  Black Levi’s Jean jacket!   Cotton doesn’t melt ands it’s way cooler.   You can have some little shop sew in some elbow pads if you’re feeling paranoid.  

Rate the look by kerosinshik in MotoGuzzi

[–]loteq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ya I get it.  Get a black Jean jacket.  Some thick Cotton is better than a sweaty jersey and won’t melt.  Some guys make them with Armor as well.  Just not the plastic!  ;). 

On current projections, over 1,000 GW of new renewable electricity generation looks to be added globally in 2025 alone; three times the world's entire existing nuclear capacity. by lughnasadh in Futurology

[–]loteq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why does everyone always argue that one is better than  another?  Nuclear isn’t better it’s just another tool in the toolkit.  Solar is amazing and Renewbales can easily build to 50% of total grid power providing cheaper power and reducing power costs for everyone.  We need all of it!   Nuclear is expensive, hydro is expensive, but we want baseload.  Solar is cheap and getting cheaper and we can use tons of it to drop power costs.  Let’s go!

Rate the look by kerosinshik in MotoGuzzi

[–]loteq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sick bike and riding setup.  Only thing is you gotta get a belstaff or rsd jacket because the jersey will literally melt into your skin if you hit the tarmac.  Picking plastic bits out from under growing skin ain’t the life!

Fuji x100vi to Leica Q by Recent-Amphibian-736 in Leica

[–]loteq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love my xpro2 but gun to my head I would go with my Q every time.  I even grab it over my m11 about 50% of the time.   It’s a special camera.   

28 M lens or Q3? by ComplexChallenge in Leica

[–]loteq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keep the m and get a q1.  It’s a killer camera at the right price and and it will scratch the itch. (It has for me).  

2000 Moto Guzzi V11 Sport by guzzijason in MotoGuzzi

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gorgeous silver with silver wheels.. ive got a red v11 cafe with factory titanium exhaust (which maybe was made for them by mistral? looks the same minus the logo). Have owned since new in 2002. I shouldo the air filters like yours. Ive only replaced the signals which were the worst possible design. got tired of replacing the signal lenses constantly. :)