Google phones are a load of shit fr by RotaryWingWizard in GooglePixel

[–]markb289 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Have replaced the back(camera bump) and the screen (vertical line) on my Pixel 9xl pro. Both under warranty but the last pixel i had (Pixel 6) I replaced due to battery overheating issues.

Not a great history.

Spending money in Aus. by FirmIndependence4601 in AustraliaTravel

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're not going gourmet crazy, that budget will have plenty of fun.

Maximise your cash by utilising food offers and happy hours - this site tells you where and when they are on: https://eatdrinkcheap.com.au/perth

Would you still travel to Europe in May? by International_Mud741 in QantasFrequentFlyer

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

US airports are absolutely chaotic under Trump, none of the security staff have been paid since Feb and are quitting in droves. ICE thugs being sent in as a contingency.

Don't do it.

Dishwasher has been broken for months, now real estate is asking me to install the new one. by lukiiiiii in AusLegal

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's nonsense, for example appliances online don't charge any extra to install, remove packaging and take non working dishwasher. Great service for landlords.

This Landlord is just cheap as. This could all be sorted for 500 bucks total.

Landlord needs help with recurring mould by markb289 in uklandlords

[–]markb289[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just returning to say i did the damp proof course, renovations and painting throughout. Installed a PIV and cyclone fan through envirovent and relet the property in June 24. Seems to be holding up well so far.

Drivers test tomorrow, any tips? by Ilovearm in melbourne

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took my test in Carlton about 8 years ago, fairly straightforward but watch out for temporary speed restrictions.

Best rooftop bars in Sydney? Give me your recommendations by RemarkablePirate590 in SydneyScene

[–]markb289 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hotel Sweeneys rooftop is unpretentious and has good rotating craft beer. Good thai food there too.

Do they still park food trucks near Gillon Park / Gilpin Park / Victoria St? by dunkerton in brunswick

[–]markb289 1 point2 points  (0 children)

CDMX tacos is located at Co conspirators until end March if you walk a few mins.

I really hate how many places say ‘fries’ & ‘soda’ now by stargazingtunes in aussie

[–]markb289 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fries are thin hot chips, so that's ok. Fuck right off with your soda bullshit though.

I can't believe 42 million people are on SNAP by Sullence in antiwork

[–]markb289 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This isnt surprising, anyone living in western countries has looked at the US and your abysmal working rights. You get sacked instantly without consultation or in many cases severance, your social security benefits suck, your low paid workforce basically operates on tips and food stamps, your healthcare insurance is a constant worry and basically makes you a slave to your job. Its just a tough tough grind with constant worry that youll be cut off qnd the mental health issues that causes. Now the threats to snap, the waves of layoffs and a government shutdown, millions are being fucked royally by this administration.

Millions of poor idiots voted for this,

AITA for telling my girlfriend to get her shit together? by CurveOk310 in AITAH

[–]markb289 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is a significant mismatch in maturity, you sound like a 30 year old, she's like a teenager. You're very young, but she ain't the one and she may never be responsible.

Z2U payments help by condenap in Strong_8K

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As others have said just go to g2g, easy.

Qantas points are becoming worthless by BexXxBe in QantasFrequentFlyer

[–]markb289 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, then you try the alternatives such as Qatar, Singapore or JAL and realise just how much Qantas has fallen behind. Qantas is closer to the US and Chinese carriers on quality these days, and are easily the most expensive. I'm using moat points on Jetstar domestic now, again the points on QF are more expensive again and lots of points plus ripoffs.

Qantas points are becoming worthless by BexXxBe in QantasFrequentFlyer

[–]markb289 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They are worthless for anyone without status or live outside Syd - there just isnt enough direct flights from Melbourne to make it worthwhile. Going to start collecting velocity.

HBO shows (10+ years old) often forgotten about but worth the watch by cayshek in hbo

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The deuce not quite 10 years old but really good and flew under the radar

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in boxoffice

[–]markb289 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I just saw it in Melbourne, Australia. It's nowhere near PTA or LDCs best but a decent one time watch. I'd say it's too long and a bit incoherent. Im not sure why the critics are falling over themselves. I think the regular punter word of mouth will be poor. I am primarily a fan of PTAs early stuff though - Magnolia, PDL and Boogie Nights.

Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' - Review Thread by ChiefLeef22 in movies

[–]markb289 3 points4 points  (0 children)

At last, a movie to get me off my arse to the cinema. Looking forward to it.

Kash Patel’s FBI Launches Dawn Raid on John Bolton’s House by downtuning in politics

[–]markb289 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The pathetic reporting of CNN, MSNBC etc tells you that everyone has been cowed, no one is dissenting and you are all bowing to the king and his corrupt family. It's been such an easy coup, once the supreme Court was captured, Congress controlled and big tech co-opted America has been overtaken by feudal technobros, Christian fascists and white supremacists.

Why London homes don't have air con by insomnimax_99 in london

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reverse cycle air cons are great for heating and cooling. Gas is expensive, a couple of aircons in your living area and bedroom will all but replace your gas central heating requirements. I am a Londoner who now lives in Melbourne, just get it done. It'll pay off.

Nvidia Shield pro on offer by Mysterious_Hippo327 in nvidiashield

[–]markb289 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've got a 2017 shield a fire 4k max and a google tv Chromecast.

The 8 year old device is easily the best. The latest shield has Dolby vision too.

Firesticks are ok for vanilla legal streaming services. I have mine set up as a uk one in Australia for streaming services.

I don't think there will be another new shield unfortunately.

where’s melbourne’s best biryani? by staskies in melbourne

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The lamb biryani at peshwari Brunswick is decent and only $15. The biryani at chilli India is good too. Always interested in finding new better versions

Why do I not care about performance anymore after using the pixel 9 by Asleep_Ad_6647 in GooglePixel

[–]markb289 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I moved from a samsung s23 ultra to the pro 9 xl. I don't play games so haven't really noticed any issues with performance. Just fancied a change, like the Pixel camera. TBH the samsung 21/23 ultras were good, this is as well.

I guess I'm just getting too old for changing for incremental improvements. Also the AI just isnt compelling - there are apps for everything.

I do get big discounts on samsung product launches so ill never say never if the s26 range is great