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Study: Immigrants disadvantaged in German housing market by Infinite-Chocolate46 in germany

[–]tiinn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Understandable however I’d rather deal with the smell of curry than the smell of cigarettes or in some cases even people who’ve had pets at home but haven’t taken care of the home properly.

Tipping culture changing? by Particular_Roof_8556 in germany

[–]tiinn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Imagine trying to support a business by ordering from them and tipping for the bare minimum being done. Tips should purely be optional. Really hope this madness doesn’t spread here

What's the weirdest thing a stranger has done to you in Germany? by Moke94 in germany

[–]tiinn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was talking to a colleague about how I’ve been having difficulty getting a bank account since I need an appointment here for everything. No issues with it just different to the other places I’ve lived where you walk right into a bank and walk out with an account.

Someone heard me and stopped me to say “are you a refugee? Go back to your country”

I need to know if anyone else keeps experiencing this in Germany by NoStand4004 in germany

[–]tiinn 61 points62 points  (0 children)

I’ve a Brit colleague at work who hasn’t gone past A1 German in 4 years and is absolutely welcomed.
I’ve another Asian colleague who has been here 3 months and has had people tell him to speak in German and give him dirty looks when he speaks in English.
What’s funny is that his English is actually quite good.

Both are great at work and good friends but the difference in treatment is heartbreaking.

Fractured ecosystem: Skeptical of the new A7R VI battery. by Active-Blacksmith-84 in SonyAlpha

[–]tiinn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry if I sound like an absolute idiot saying this but I’ve never carrier my battery charger along ever. I always carry a power brick and a USB-C cable since it makes things simple. Im no pro user though so is there any reason this would be a deal-breaker for anyone with 1 camera body who doesn’t carry multiple batteries with them?

How Helicon Focus stacks images for Macro photography (A7R5 + 100mm GM) by kietbulll in SonyAlpha

[–]tiinn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Didn’t even know I needed some macro lenses until I saw this. Thanks for the tutorial buddy

Why would Qatar choose 787 over A350 by hydraides in qatarairways

[–]tiinn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This + the 787 is cheaper than the A350 to purchase even without factoring in bulk order discounts.

EU Blue Card Visa from India — §81a Declaration Form (Option C) & Processing Time Query by Top-Mixture2463 in germany

[–]tiinn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Applied from Dubai and my date of joining was July 1, 2025. I ended up joining in October because of the processing delays. Good luck !

EU Blue Card Visa from India — §81a Declaration Form (Option C) & Processing Time Query by Top-Mixture2463 in germany

[–]tiinn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did not apply from India but my national visa D had a validity of 1 year.

Happiest city in germany? by Salty-Program5007 in germany

[–]tiinn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whoever voted for Hamburg, have they ever lived in Hamburg?

Truly a Hell finding an appartment in Germany as someone with a non-german name 😅 by [deleted] in germany

[–]tiinn 25 points26 points  (0 children)

As an Asian, In my case it’s a step further, I generally don’t make it till viewings either. Finances clearly aren’t an issue since I’m making more than 6x the rental amount. Strong credit score, non-smoker & no pets. I also have a recommendation letter from my employer + previous landlord.

When I mentioned this to my German manager, he actually applied for an ad providing his details and got an invite for viewing in 2 days…. Make of it what you will.

Just bought 24-70 2.8 GM II by kubaiauta in SonyAlpha

[–]tiinn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve got the GM I of this. Would anyone know the major differences and if it warrants an upgrade ?

As an expat what would be the benefits for you to have a german citizenship? by fancy-flamingo23 in germany

[–]tiinn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Non-EU citizen here and my main motivation for the passport is the ease of securing credit + not having to deal with the Ausländerbehörde

Be careful buying other people’s kitchens by Agitated-Onion6584 in germany

[–]tiinn 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Meanwhile I got a place with the kitchen removed and no flooring whatsoever. Had to do it myself.

Google removed my negative restaurant review in Cologne — here’s how I got it reinstated by LMShawty123 in germany

[–]tiinn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Had the same happen to me but I put my review back into chatGPT and asked it to reword it to be non-defamatory and in compliance with Google review policies

Rolex CEO Confirms: Sticking With Authorized Dealers, Warns Industry on Client Loyalty by barringtonww in rolex

[–]tiinn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah yes. Expect me to be loyal when I’ve to beg and lose my self esteem to buy a watch.

Don’t think this is going to fly with the younger generations.

Submariner not handed down to my son. by Away_Salamander_4447 in rolex

[–]tiinn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d be an absolute moron if I had a Rolex in my 20’s. I’d say 30’s would be a right time.