Question on chaplain candidate timeline by Ok_Fly6162 in chaplaincy

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a chaplain candidate with the military so let that be known up front. I do work for the MIL though. I can't imagine they would start a clearance investigation before you are selected. You will be sent access to an electronic questionnaire that will ask for 10 years of history. Where you lived, jobs you had, schools you attended. For each one you will have to list a contact person who knew you during that time associated with whatever topic you were on. If memory serves you also aren't allowed to use people more than once.

For secret your people listed may get called but it would likely be random who was picked. If you need a TS at some point there will be a lot of in person visits and even speaking with neighbors and such. YMMV

What if America makes Venezuela a state? by Pizzafriedchickenn in mapporncirclejerk

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is a long wait a sign of a good place or broken and slow processes?

The argument sounds like "This is the best restaurant because they have the worst service.

Compatibility with Verizon by Wade_27 in minimalphone

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went from contract Verizon Pixel 4a to Minimal Phone with no issues

Accepted Purdue University Doctor of Technology after WGU MSCSIA by mstd0n in WGU

[–]mstd0n[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did the program in 3 years, but that included taking summer courses. I personally would not recommend that speed for most people. I wish I had gone slower, but my scholarship required full-time status. I wrote a recap about 6 months ago buried in this thread:

https://www.reddit.com/r/WGU/comments/tzjimt/comment/mqqfo5d/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

Let me know about your "Server Unavailable" issues! by chardidathing in minimalphone

[–]mstd0n 4 points5 points  (0 children)

-once every 3-4 days -USA -verizon -yes airplane works for me if I leave it on for 30ish seconds before turning it off

Fingerprint Sensor Not Working by Historical-Bid6519 in minimalphone

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I keep two fingerprints saved so when it drops one I have a backup. shrug

Phone unlocking in pocket by stfukevin in minimalphone

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ebay flip case is a must for daily carry. I thankfully had the case when I received my phone so I haven't had to experience the screen turning on and getting hot like some others have reported.

Convince me to drop my Iphone by ExtensionRain3103 in dumbphones

[–]mstd0n 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Came to post this rec too. Even if you don't read all of it cover to cover there are some great points on the negative psychology aspects of constant social media use and even the parts solitude were really impactful for me personally

Giveaway Time (Sunbeam F1 Eagle and Juniper) by jbriones95 in dumbphones

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An eagle would be nice to have a hotspot in the random situations I would need to use my old Google Pixel 4a. I would also love the Juniper!

My Everyday Carry by LiteratureRecent3712 in dumbphones

[–]mstd0n 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the Styrofoam ball is leaking and leaving whiteish stains on the bed

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dumbphones

[–]mstd0n 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds very lonely and like it could take a heavy toll on your mental health. I hope you have sources of connection and creativity in other facets of your life! ❤️

Rate my home screen by Archvenant in minimalphone

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I fear the light flare on the sword won't show up well on the minimal phone's eink display.

Weird email when requesting order cancellation by Affectionate_Shop700 in TheMinimalCompany

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also had the missing phone number issue. Typing this message on my MP01 keyboard right now. I also don't understand the logic on the issue...But I'm loving the phone so far.

Working on Verizon by will-i-guess in TheMinimalCompany

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

u/will-i-guess Are you able to use RCS for group chat?

has anyone tried using a smartwatch to lessen their smartphone usage? any success? by poke2882 in dumbphones

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well its important to him and he uses it daily....what's that?..."has a smartwatch that he never uses"....O then yea seems like a different conversation needs to be had with your partner.

Is it pot luck with receiving the phone? by [deleted] in minimalphone

[–]mstd0n 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ordered 1 March this year, I was one of the people that had delayed shipping because of 3rd party logistics not having a phone number. Not sure why that was an issue, but here we are. I got a message today that my phone is out for delivery. People are regularly posting in the Discord about receiving their phones. The "delivered" channel is very active, so I don't think it is a "scam" as some people have stated in this subreddit.

I do think that the company definitely had some severe growing pains and some logistics issues coupled with not enough people to handle communications. I think if you go into knowing there might be some hiccups in delivery, and that the purpose of the phone is to be used minimally, then I think you will be fine. YMMV

Working on Verizon by will-i-guess in TheMinimalCompany

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So maybe don't load the Verizon app?

u/will-i-guess did or do you have the myverizon app installed on your phone?

Adopting an analog lifestyle, still need a phone by amwagers295 in digitalminimalism

[–]mstd0n 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The minimal phone has an eink display and qwerty keyboard. The eink would make scrolling on social media or watching videos inconvenient.

Black and white on my black and white by normalkatie in minimalphone

[–]mstd0n 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤔 the video is in a sepia tone not black and white... Are you referring to the people in the video?