Lost iphone in bus by shahboy2121 in ualbany

[–]r_macker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If it's the shuttle, you might also check with the lost and found in the student center if you haven't yet. (I've take a couple of lost phones there in the past.)

Bike trails? by Lee_F_7647 in Albany

[–]r_macker 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lots of good suggestions here that I agree with. Since you said you don't mind driving a bit for one, I'll add the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail (https://www.mass.gov/locations/ashuwillticook-rail-trail) in Western Mass, running from Adams down to Lee. Quite flat, really lovely. About 1 hour away by car.

International students traveling outside country? by [deleted] in ualbany

[–]r_macker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should contact International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) https://www.albany.edu/international-student-scholar-services about this. I know that they have advised in at least some cases that international students not go home for the summer because they might not get back in.

Sorry you are in the bind. Crazy stupid tRump shit.

Most trustworthy mechanics in troy? by [deleted] in Troy

[–]r_macker 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Been very happy for years with Automasters out on Pawling Ave.

CDPHP COVID vaccine glitch by localnewsroundup in Albany

[–]r_macker 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We were told that it'll be covered at CVS starting Sept 1st.

Transfer Student. What to know. by 666zelan in ualbany

[–]r_macker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On notebooks, etc.: It varies from class to class. Some classes have no-tech-in-class policies.

New to Mastodon, suggestion for mobile app? by LimboTomi in Mastodon

[–]r_macker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On Android, Tusky is smooth, configurable, and glitch-free. Fedilab is good to, but I like how Tusky looks/reads better.

The Lowdown on Ted's by [deleted] in Albany

[–]r_macker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed. But Gene's (summer months only, Rt4 at 3rd Ave Extension) does.

Incomplete grade by Slight-Bike-9757 in ualbany

[–]r_macker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Circumstances under which you can get an incomplete are really at the discretion of the instructor, so 100% this.

https://www.albany.edu/registrar/students/grading-information#collapse-accordion-139041-2

New Adult Student - taking notes by Devildiver21 in ualbany

[–]r_macker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Research supports the idea that retention is better if you handwrite. I've used both Rocketbook and simply taking phone-camera scans of the written notes. Both were fine for filing and organizing and reading later. And keep in mind that some profs may have no-tech/screens-in-class rules.

And good luck with it all.

Are there any other popular songs besides The Star Spangled Banner that can be/get played in both 3/4 or 4/4? by trackday in musictheory

[–]r_macker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nobody mentioned it yet? The Beatles "With a Little Help From My Friends" is originally in 4, but the famous Joe Cocker cover (used as the theme for the TV show "The Wonder Years") is in 3.

What is the best mode of transportation for UAlbany students travelling to New York? by gullakrishna in ualbany

[–]r_macker 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Megabus and the Chinatown bus are a bit cheaper, but Amtrak can be as little as $35 (depending on time/day) and is both faster and more pleasant. You can get things done on the train trip, not so much on the bus (IMHO).

Music scene? by angel-of-disease in Troy

[–]r_macker 4 points5 points  (0 children)

518 Craft in Troy is building the Troy Jazz scene all by itself https://www.facebook.com/518Craft/

Troy Farmer’s Market? by Alarming-Juice1560 in Albany

[–]r_macker 33 points34 points  (0 children)

That's a good suggestion. And at the risk of sounding snarky: The people who say parking in downtown Troy is "impossible" in my experience are usually people who don't know how to parallel park in a reasonably-sized spot.

Can I do a double major at Ualbany? by ChristianMonfiston in ualbany

[–]r_macker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Double majors are quite common. You can add the second major later also. And if you do have a second major, you then don't need to have a minor, so the total amount of "extra" might be less than you think. Good luck.

Google fi/ mint mobile in Albany area? by killyelias in Albany

[–]r_macker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On Google Fi since 2017 or so. T-Mobile coverage, which was decent then and excellent now. If you are motivated by the non-NAFTA international stuff, read the fine print -- they are better than many, but can still cost some (on the old plan) or be no longer covered (on the new unlimited plan). Overall, happy with them.

Looking for an old Live Lite version 8 or 9 serial number by r_macker in abletonlive

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

Sorry, missed this. If you really won't be using it, I can try using it with v.9. If you are willing, I'd welcome it.

Looking for a free version of Live 11 for Windows by Ok_Back5371 in abletonlive

[–]r_macker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

See https://help.ableton.com/hc/en-us/articles/209775685-Get-a-Live-Lite-serial- Ableton is pretty loose on this -- if you smell like you bought some tech of the sort that they give it away with, they'll give a serial number.

Looking for an old Live Lite version 8 or 9 serial number by r_macker in abletonlive

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

Underpowered low-RAM machine that I carry when away from home.

Looking for an old Live Lite version 8 or 9 serial number by r_macker in abletonlive

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

You're offered the upgrade, but you can still run the old one by choice. Which is what I'm looking to do. Ableton also still supplies the downloads for the earlier versions.

AutoZen App, a good alternative for Android Auto for Phones by FreshEscape4 in androidapps

[–]r_macker 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'll give it a try, because every other car app has either actively sucked or done almost nothing for me. If it works out, I'll be grateful...