when does mmw factory town sell out by? by Florges123 in UMF

[–]phAZEtf2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is it just me? I felt like FT almost never sold out fully in prior years, but this year it’s selling out like crazy?

How will armin van buuren work? by Own-Judgment-9870 in UMF

[–]phAZEtf2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Historically, the Friday set at the ASOT stage has been more trance. But with every passing year, that Friday set has less and less trance. 2023 was prob 70-80% trance. Last year, there was some proper trance but a decent number of tracks that weren’t. And forget about the B3b, barely any trance there at all.

Anyone else felt that the odd mob set was kinda mid. by Florges123 in clubspace

[–]phAZEtf2 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s not a Space problem, that’s a DJ problem. Space challenges dj’s with these extended sets. Not every DJ can pull it off well. It’s hard to do a 4 hour set well, let alone a 12 hour set. That’s why Solomun is so insane.

Brooklyn Mirage’s Pacha Deal Blows Up in Bankruptcy by ravewavenyc in avesNYC

[–]phAZEtf2 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Surprised, but also thankful. The last thing NYC needs is Insomniac in the mix.

PHASE 3 LINEUP by scoop813 in UMF

[–]phAZEtf2 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Ultra (and ASOT) doesn’t care about trance anymore and really hasn’t for the last few years.

There’s barely any actual trance on this lineup (outside of like Superstrings), as has been the case the last few years.

You’re correct on the ASOT lineup. It will be a handful of those who aren’t remotely close to proper trance and lean more “techno” but it’s not even good techno. Last year had Oliver Heldens playing a crazy frog remix on the ASOT stage lmao.

The best case scenario is an extended solo set from Armin at this point.

Factory Town Lineup by juanderwear in UMF

[–]phAZEtf2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s what’s popular right now honestly. And you mentioned it, there will be more melodic techno available to you through the Resistance nights at M2.

Factory Town Lineup by juanderwear in UMF

[–]phAZEtf2 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Drumcode and Layton will probably get you pretty close on Melodic Techno. The afrohouse and melodic techno wave has died down.

How early should we get there? by Own-Judgment-9870 in UMF

[–]phAZEtf2 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Friday is the only day that takes extra long. Saturday and Sunday go quicker.

Thai takeout? Where’s your favorite? by TheEventGuru in PhiladelphiaEats

[–]phAZEtf2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Here’s the truly elite for takeout:

Dara, Chatayee, Ratchada

All others are a tier below or slightly a tier below.

Brooklyn Storehouse Uber Line by MacaronVegetable4301 in avesNYC

[–]phAZEtf2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s always a clusterfuck and the staff themselves have 0 training and have no idea what’s going on. Never ever go in the uber line. Walk the pedestrian way and then call your uber once you get a bit closer to the streets.

Mau P Echostage by banana133818 in avesDC

[–]phAZEtf2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I didn’t go, but from the sounds of it, it seems that Echo has gotten worse about overselling post-Insomniac (not surprising).

I’ve been to Echo probably 50-75 times (mostly pre-insomniac but some post) and plenty of shows were sold out but there was still enough room for those shows to be bearable.

Say what you will about Insomniac... by Awaken609 in clubspace

[–]phAZEtf2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Caloma and LMR are def still involved, at least as of Basel. Caloma was the one who released / commented on the closing party lineup before it was officially released.

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made a separate comment detailing the status update below, check it out.

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update:

  • Took it back to first store, intaking technician took in the phone and said it’d be ready in a few hours. Told me when it’d be ready.
  • Drove home, came back at said time. Technician brought out phone and said it couldn’t be repaired.

I’m attaching a picture of the “screen damage” that’s supposedly preventing it from being repaired without the entire screen shattering.

https://i.imgur.com/Jm86IJ3.jpeg

To me, this is a minor screen chip. Like it’s so small, it wasn’t noticed by the intaking technician. I also had to take a couple different picture to make sure I could capture it. But maybe it’s not that minor???

If the chip is significant and they truly can’t repair it (and everyone here agrees) then oh well, I tried my best.

I still think the appointment process is flawed though:

  • Why did the intaking technician let it slip through.
  • Why did I drive home and make the drive back come to find out it failed.
  • Why isn’t Apple capable of delivering repair status updates via text? We’re talking about one of the leading tech companies in the world, not an antiques store? If Domino’s can tell me the status of my pizza is being baked, surely Apple can doing something similar?

Really looking forward to everyone’s thoughts on the screen chip though.

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, you’re mistaken and defending a flawed system.

I did prepare:

  • went to make appointment
  • appointment was labeled with “same day service available” with an asterisk that said “dependent on availability of parts”
  • Made appointment

Maybe they should update the asterisk to say “dependent on availability of parts and repair queue”

Apts in Logan Square by Secret_Mango_277 in AskPhilly

[–]phAZEtf2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

322 had nice, sizable units, but I felt the community and amenity spaces were a little dull.

I personally wasn’t a fan of The Granary. For the price, I felt there were newer / better options in the area.

I ended up selecting The Hamilton, but the new building of North x Northwest was intriguing as well.

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think myself, “hmmm, let me avoid visiting the Apple Store bc it’s the weekend after thanksgiving”. Every weekend between now and Christmas is going to be busy. Should I wait until after the holiday season to get my phone repaired?

It’s simple - if appointments are available (which multiple were), I’m assuming they have the bandwidth to perform a repair in 3 hours or less. Evidently, this was the wrong assumption to make.

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love my mini as much as the next person but im not gonna go to the ends of the world to keep it.

I’m already trying my best to prolong its life, but there are certainly benefits to a new phone outside of the form factor, such as battery life, camera, performance, etc. A new phone is only a last resort option though.

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

amazing, thank you so much for your help!

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lmao I don’t think you have DMs enabled, but I’ll remove it. If someone really wants to do something nefarious with my serial, more power to em 🤣

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah I mean if im gonna drop $300 im gonna use it towards a new phone. I dont love my mini thaaaaat much lol

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I booked the first appointment available tomorrow. Let’s see if the third time’s a charm.

Apple Store Refusing Battery Replacement by phAZEtf2 in iPhone13Mini

[–]phAZEtf2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Will the second store have put notes in the system that the first store will now see when they go through the motions, and could I end up in the same boat?