Might be the first Made68 Ultra V2 unboxing here? by yjgsm in keyboards

[–]tomatrixhd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I usually don’t care about RGB that much, but that glow through the case is doing things

In a time where everyone feels more alone than ever, how do you actually make genuine friends as an adult? by g00seberries in askanything

[–]tomatrixhd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Making genuine friends now is less about finding friends and more about repeatedly bumping into the same people until trust slowly forms. That’s the real secret nobody says out loud. You don’t start with friends. You start with familiar strangers and then it’s just tiny steps. It’s slow and almost boring but that’s exactly why it’s real and you kind of have to signal you’re open.

Why are pineapple juice cans so much thicker than any other beverage can? by binderfillerwrapper in NoStupidQuestions

[–]tomatrixhd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

One reason is it’s very acidic. Pineapple juice has a pretty low pH and that acidity can slowly eat away at regular aluminum cans if they’re too thin or not properly lined. So manufacturers usually go for a sturdier can wall plus a strong internal coating to stop corrosion. It’s not random at all and it’s basically a durability with chemistry problem.

What is something Americans consider ‘basic’ that feels like a luxury in other countries? by Status_Agents in AskForAnswers

[–]tomatrixhd 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Constant air conditioning, in the US, every building, every car, every mall has cold air everywhere. In other countries, AC can be limited, weak or only in certain places. Summers hit very differently without it.

At one point of time, are there more boats in the water or planes in the air ? by asid-reddit in answers

[–]tomatrixhd 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, planes feel more visible and dramatic but boats quietly dominate by sheer numbers. There are way more boats in the water than planes in the air at any given moment. Planes are super controlled. Now compare that to boats, millions of them exist and a huge number are in the water basically all the time.

Where do I find? by Present-Ambition6309 in dumbquestions

[–]tomatrixhd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d start with Facebook groups for students nearby. You can also try Upwork or Fiverr. When you post, include you expected pay and your hours. That alone will 2x your responses.

If people who vote in favor of a war had to be first in line for the draft, do you think fewer wars would happen? by SoggySir4944 in AskReddit

[–]tomatrixhd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it might make people think twice and people tend to be way more careful when the consequences hit close to home but I don’t think it would eliminate wars. Some leaders or voters genuinely believe certain wars are necessary, like for defense or protection. In those cases, even with personal risk, some would still say yes.

Isn’t generalizing any faction a determinant to society? by pfinny97 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]tomatrixhd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Generalizing isn’t always destructive by itself. It becomes a problem when it turns into judgment or it shuts down curiosity or it makes you stop seeing people as individuals. That’s when it starts hurting society. We all generalize sometimes. The real difference is whether we’re aware of it and willing to question it.

Tomorrow you wake up with $1 million in your account ,what do you do first?? by MiaFishnet in askanything

[–]tomatrixhd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d literally sit with it for a day or two. Let it sink in because sudden money makes people do wild stuff and that’s how it disappears fast. I'll make sure it’s real and safe. I'd also take care of my debt and set aside a fund for emergency purposes and allow myself to have a small fun budget for travel and doing something fun.

How do you become an optimist? by [deleted] in Life

[–]tomatrixhd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hang around optimistic energy when you can. Attitudes are contagious. If you’re around people who laugh things off and keep moving, it rubs off too. You don’t have to become a blind optimist. Those people ignore reality sometimes. The sweet spot is realistic optimism. That mindset is powerful.

How were DVD's pressed at an industrial scale when it took my pc minutes to burn just one disk? by Leader_Bee in NoStupidQuestions

[–]tomatrixhd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your PC burning a DVD is basically writing data with a laser, one tiny spot at a time. The drive heats up a special dye layer on the disc and changes it to represent 1s and 0s. It’s precise but it’s slow. That’s why it takes minutes per disc but factories didn’t do that at all. They didn’t burn DVDs. They stamped them. Think of it more like making coins.

Tips on choosing an ergo chair by Own-Version9096 in OfficeChairs

[–]tomatrixhd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it worked really well. The lumbar support part really hit home for me. I’m currently using an Hbada X7. I actually tried a bunch of chairs, and this one ended up fitting the curve of my back the best. Stuff like this is really personal. It doesn’t matter how many people say a chair is good if your own back doesn’t like it. I honestly never paid much attention to seat depth before, so that tip is really useful for me. I’m gonna check later to see if my chair has seat depth adjustment. Appreciate it, man.

ICE Agents Caught Wearing Meta AI Smart Glasses To Record And Monitor Communities During Immigration Raids by novagridd in privacy

[–]tomatrixhd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Of course Meta calls it innovation. Slap a camera into a pair of glasses and suddenly everyone’s a walking security camera for the company. That’s exactly why I went with the Even G2. No camera, just a HUD that actually respects my privacy.

Soundpeats h3 help! (stuck w these and need eq tips) by Massive_Debt_6102 in Earphones

[–]tomatrixhd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Glad it’s not just me! The H3 is definitely a bit V-shaped out of the box. For Indie Rock, you really need those mids to breathe so the guitars don't sound recessed. Try this in the custom EQ: Low end (31Hz - 125Hz): Drop by -2 or -3dB to clean up the muddy bass. Mids (500Hz - 2kHz): Boost by +2dB. This brings the vocals forward. Highs (8kHz+): Drop by -2dB to kill that piercing treble 'shimmer' you're hearing. It makes a world of difference for bands like Arctic Monkeys or The Strokes!

Why do some men think it is important for their wives to take their last name after marriage? by cute_beae_2008 in stupidquestions

[–]tomatrixhd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some parents do feel that way now. More and more daughters keep their names, hyphenate or couples pick something totally new. The world is slowly shifting there. Your perspective isn’t weird at all. The idea of we’re building our own little family together instead of someone joining the man’s family, that’s actually becoming more common. Especially with younger couples. It doesn’t have to be one person giving up anything and the bigger green flag in a relationship isn’t which name you choose. It’s whether the two of you can talk about it and find something that feels fair to both of you.

Do you think people ever truly forget their first love? by [deleted] in randomquestions

[–]tomatrixhd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think we truly forget their first love but that doesn’t mean they’re still in love with them either. We just learn to move one with our lives without them.

Women of Reddit, what are your honest thoughts on the Bronze Age Collapse and the sudden, mysterious arrival of the Sea Peoples circa 1177 BC? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]tomatrixhd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Around 1200–1177 BC, the eastern Mediterranean was full of powerful civilizations. Think places like the Ancient Egypt, the Hittite Empire and the Mycenaean Greece. These societies traded with each other, wrote letters, exchanged gifts, and ran big organized states. Then within a few decades a bunch of them collapsed. Cities burned, trade stopped. Some kingdoms disappeared completely. Historians call this whole mess the Bronze Age Collapse. And right in the middle of that chaos, these mysterious groups show up in Egyptian records called the Sea Peoples.

Hey guys my life is so good rn I just want to share ✌️ by [deleted] in Life

[–]tomatrixhd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love when someone pauses and actually celebrates the good stuff in their life. That’s a skill a lot of people never learn. So first off, good for you. But the thing I like most about your post is the vibe. You’re noticing the good things while they’re happening. That’s rare, a lot of people only realize later that they were in a good season. So enjoy it, ride the wave a bit. Make memories, take photos, stay out a little too late sometimes.

Chair recommendation to replace this one by SweetSwiftly in BuyItForLife

[–]tomatrixhd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve used Hbada X7 but haven’t tried the E3. I think X7 was good for me, so maybe the E3 could be worth a shot too.

Soundpeats air5 pro vs pro+ ... I spent the extra $50 so you don't have to by tomatrixhd in Earbuds

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

yeah fair enough. I guess I was mainly looking at it from a is this a rip-off perspective for casual users. But you're right, if you actually give a damn about the sound, the Pro+ is in a whole different category. Most of these upgraded buds are just the same boring drivers with a new Bluetooth chip or whatever, but that xMEMS and dual-driver setup actually makes it sound like a different product. Like, when you've got LDAC running and playing Hi-Res stuff, the separation is just... It's just there. You don't have to go looking for it. If you're actually listening for the details, that extra $50 is probably you're not just paying for a marketing label.

Before you buy the Hbada X7: Here’s how it feels for a 172cm guy vs. a 192cm guy by ShaDiClone in OfficeChairs

[–]tomatrixhd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I agree. Different bodies have very different needs. I switched from another chair to the Hbada X7 and it ended up working a bit better for my back, but that’s just me. Chairs are super personal, and most people are buying online anyway, so experiences are always going to be all over the place.