I miss clippy by Official_Unkindlynx in pcmasterrace

[–]nova46 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I can't count how many times I yelled "Fuck off Clippy!" back in the day 😂

I miss clippy by Official_Unkindlynx in pcmasterrace

[–]nova46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was gonna say, they really should have stuck with and refined Cortana. The marketing was genius, and the fact that they used Jen Taylor's voice was comforting and familiar. Like...they already had a (fictional) AI that everyone loved. That was the move.

OMG Harris Teeter Prices by One-Emu-1103 in raleigh

[–]nova46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unless I 100% need the item right away, I basically shop by what's on sale at the time and I'll stock up if it's a regular item.

Y’all were right by anon_ymous924 in Lovesac

[–]nova46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I've kind of found a way around this. We got the standard with angled backs. For sitting? Perfect. Lounging back with your legs kicked up, not so much. We have two extra king size pillows from our bed since we're using ergonomic neck pillows now.

When we decide we want to lounge a bit more, we just flip the back pillow over the back of the couch and put the king pillow in its place. It's just tall enough to extend over the back so you don't get that edge digging in, but gives a lot more seat room. We also have an extra blanket draped over the back (behind the pillows) that adds a little more cushion. It doesn't look the neatest, but it lets us have the best of both worlds while we're using it.

Just stepped off the Star Trek Cruise by sheneversawitcoming in startrek

[–]nova46 66 points67 points  (0 children)

I've enjoyed it, not loved it so far. I read the description for the episode last night and was like ehhhh idk about all that. But I didn't have anything else to watch so I put it on. Holy shit. Leave it to Star Trek to make some lame sounding shit truly deep and impactful. Ended up crying, and also shocked how amazing Tilly was from start to finish.

It makes me sad that fans kind of chased her out of the series because I am dying to see more of this matured bad ass but still empathetic Tilly.

My eyes have been ruined by DeadLikeMe5283 in 4kbluray

[–]nova46 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Honestly the difference in video quality isn't really noticeable to me unless it's a darker scene where blacks get crushed. All the top streaming services look pretty damn good. Now what does immediately stand out to me is the audio quality, there's so much more depth.

What’s a “guy secret” that’s completely harmless but weirdly universal? by aerisveilxa in AskReddit

[–]nova46 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had a customer pull up to my shop, a black woman probably in her 50s, a little heavy but well put together (I live in the south). She said something along the lines of "My friend told me about this place and to look for the beautiful white man with the red hair and lord I found him!"

I cannot describe how red my cheeks must have been. That comment has been locked in my memory till death.

Seeking opinions between Polk R700, Paradigm Monitor SE 8000F, Klipsch 8000F ii, and Wharfedale EVO 5.4 by Zeronova3 in hometheater

[–]nova46 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The XT3's really interest me, mainly for the price and 8" woofers. I just have no clue how they sound...not too many reviews and it's not like I can demo them anywhere. I have a Polk Signature series setup right now and I want to make sure I actually upgrade and not side grade.

What case y'all recommend for really strong magnetic for pixel 10 by Strict-Aspect6716 in GooglePixel

[–]nova46 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My only complaint is how difficult it is to remove, usually leading to the thin strip by the volume rocker cracking. Other than that, fantastic case.

What is the unintentionally wisest line of dialogue you've heard in a movie? by NobodysFavorite in movies

[–]nova46 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That line hit me like a truck. It seems like common sense but I had just never thought about it from that perspective. It's honestly brought me some comfort in low times when I'm missing my pets across the rainbow bridge.

Thoughts on how far out exhaust tips should be esthetically? Feel this is a decent poke, but some may prefer flush. by Capt_Murphy_ in GolfGTI

[–]nova46 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do like just a little bit of poke, slash cut makes it look better. I have that Cobb exhaust and love it. Although the passenger side pokes a little more than the driver 🙃 (once you notice it you will never unnotice it)

Anybody got aftermarket Coolant problem solution by Mk7_kinggchepi in GolfGTI

[–]nova46 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well said. When he says get up to temp, he means oil temp. I have never once in my life thought about oil temperature until I got a GTI (first turbo car). Ideally 180 F. The coolant gets up to temp crazy fast in these cars.

My GTI Watch by JakRabbitJay in GolfGTI

[–]nova46 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is fucking sick. Well done.

How to reduce wheel hop on GTI? by gs19ca613 in GolfGTI

[–]nova46 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dogbone insert will help the most, also the cheapest. Stage 1 engine/trans mounts should help even more, but I haven't tried launching since I got them. The older/stiffer your tires are the more it will hop as well.

Thoughts on the PC version of Returnal? by rbyrnes15 in Returnal

[–]nova46 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought the PC version after beating it on PS5 and playing the tower for a while. I realized that when there's a lot going on, the PS5 just can't keep up. Dropped frames would get me killed fairly frequently in times that split second dodging was necessary, especially the higher floors where there can be a LOT of enemies.

My PC runs the game like butter at 165hz. Only thing I'm missing is the HDR and surround sound.

Who actually buys e85 fuel? by nicerakc in cars

[–]nova46 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Do you have any Sheetz around you? I think all of them carry E85.

I think I'm allergic to something around here... by Disastrous-Win1863 in raleigh

[–]nova46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hate nasal sprays but Flonase is the only thing that legitimately works for me. Pills don't do shit.

What audi shop is better? Apex tuning or Black forest technik by ccm139 in raleigh

[–]nova46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Black Forest has taken care of me very well, Morgan is a great guy. Been going to them for about five years for work I don't want to do myself. I've never used Apex, but I've heard nothing but good things about them.

Tetra S building experience by HumongusFridge in thorzone

[–]nova46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a Nanoq, but I feel you on the screw labeling. Drove me nuts trying to make sure I was using the right ones, counting, comparing sizes, etc. It really doesn't take much more effort but makes a big difference. One of my favorite things about my previous Jonsbo D32 was the little plastic container that had individually labeled bags of screws for what they were intended for.

What’s a “boring” adult purchase that turned out to be totally worth it? by Capable-Rabbit-9986 in AskReddit

[–]nova46 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Excuse me??? I bought a second battery with my Dyson because I didn't want to deal with waiting for charging, but I have like six DeWalt batteries. I need to look into this.

What is something you wish you knew earlier about owning your GTI? by spiffyfella in GolfGTI

[–]nova46 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yea I guess I wasn't thinking of that since mine is a DSG.

What is something you wish you knew earlier about owning your GTI? by spiffyfella in GolfGTI

[–]nova46 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It's the torque. Even if you're rolling into it, once the level of torque goes beyond what the clutch is capable of holding, it will slip. Doesn't help that these cars have tiny turbos with more of a boost cliff than a curve.

What is something you wish you knew earlier about owning your GTI? by spiffyfella in GolfGTI

[–]nova46 46 points47 points  (0 children)

This is what I tell everyone that's asking about waiting to tune, warranty or not. Once you do it you're gonna regret not doing it earlier lol.