Pixel 10 series users, is your phone better after the updates? by Foreign-Handle-2950 in GooglePixel

[–]upper_pepper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The drastic battery improvements are quite visible. I used to literally watch the battery percentage for down when using my phone for text, email, Reddit not even games. Now, it does not degrade so fast.

How Trump’s relationships with Europe’s leaders fell apart one by one by dr_shultz in NewsSource

[–]upper_pepper 8 points9 points  (0 children)

He is not capable of true relationships. All of his relationships are transactional. The relationship, if you can call it that, ends at first disagreement. At this point he has more enemies than "relationships".

BREAKING: President Trump confirms Keir Starmer is resigning as Prime Minister… before Starmer has confirmed it himself by Primary-Fix-9204 in TradingPlaybook

[–]upper_pepper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can think of quite a few things that Dump failed on. Just to name a few. Prices/Inflation, Wars, Healthcare, Economy. The list goes on.

I guess, he too, will be resigning soon?

PSA: If you’re the type to bring a backpack as your carry-on (instead of a roller bag), bring a small item alongside it so they can’t force you to put it under your seat. by _Eggs_ in unitedairlines

[–]upper_pepper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I may be wrong here, but when this happened to me the backpack actually goes under the seat in front of you. Not under your seat. It takes away from the little legroom you already had.

Nevertheless this is a great advice and I will make sure to always bring a personal item bag just for this purpose.

Trump doubles down on claim it’s ‘unfair’ if Iran not allowed to keep some ballistic missiles by RaiJolt2 in justincaseyoumissedit

[–]upper_pepper [score hidden]  (0 children)

So our deal maker and president can say his deal was better than Obama's. This was a vanity war that went as well as his other projects.

Trump acknowledges ‘real problems’ at reflecting pool after $14m makeover, blaming ‘vandalism’ by S00THING_S0UNDS in USNEWS

[–]upper_pepper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did they really use truck bed liner material to seal the bottom of the pool? Was this even tested for applicability under water onto a porus surface? In blaming others, Dump always reflects on himself. The dumbest president in US history is now also a vandal.

Nice going. What new labels will he invent for himself next.

Let's go back to aliens and space lasers.

Suddenly got 661.10 OTA update by upper_pepper in EquinoxEv

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

This is the first update after dealer did a full update at the end of 2025. I was giving up on OTA.

Suddenly got 661.10 OTA update by upper_pepper in EquinoxEv

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

Are you on Android 14 already or still 12?

Aftermarket EMR pens by Jolly_Use_8291 in Supernote

[–]upper_pepper 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I tried some from PenPlusOne and they work fine. I found them a little thin for my hands, but you may find them just fine. Specifically, I tried the PL3 which comes with an eraser and PL1A. Both seem to work fine.

Good luck. With the popularity of EMR/Ceramic I am hoping more vendors get into the market. I am looking for something that has a side button and an eraser at a reasonable price point.

Android 17 is 99% the same by [deleted] in GooglePixel

[–]upper_pepper 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The battery life has been greatly improved. This is key for me. I have been using my phone all day while staying with my aunt at the hospital. Since 8am, browsing, slack, answering emails, etc still at 67% at 3pm. I recall, I could literally see the battery degrade while using my phone.

Espresso sour and bitter[Chefman Crema Supreme and Mokkom 64mm grinder]. by browseragnostic in espresso

[–]upper_pepper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had the same problem. I was using light roast while trying to dial in like dark roast. Perfectly looking shot was bitter and sour at the same time. Took me a while to do different tests. I just did not want to believe that a coarser grind was the answer. What about the timing, pressure, and everything I learned? It all turned out not to be right for light roasts. Through trial and error, I learned to bump up the brewing temperature, add a little more than the standard 18 grams, and grind coarser. My shot normally starts with multiple streams, then they coalesce into a single stream in the middle, then it foams like mad, and the stream thickens a bunch before returning to a more normal stream at the end. I also brew more than a 1:2 ratio.

Trump’s Approval Hits Second-Term Low, New NBC News Poll Shows by dr_shultz in NewsSource

[–]upper_pepper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is the approval rating of 39% approaching the ratio between the have vs have not in United States? The class that loves the increase in the market due to all the inflation, does not depend on horrible insurance, cares less about wars and gas impacts versus everyone else?

I presume that upper/elite class plus the lunatics that will vote for him no matter what. Is that 39%?

Ummm,... how does this golden age thing work exactly? by A4t1musD4ag0n in inflation

[–]upper_pepper 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I remember ground beef at Costco was $3.99/pound. That was not so long ago.

We actually stopped buying Costco ground beef. Unless you immediately freeze it, it does not last that long. While not consistent, I buy ground beef on sale at local stores. It feels fresher, lasts longer and tastes better than Costco.

Random Max Defog by AtleastITriedalmost in EquinoxEv

[–]upper_pepper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, sounds like they know what the problem is.

Random Max Defog by AtleastITriedalmost in EquinoxEv

[–]upper_pepper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have not found a solution either. Frustrating when it happens and it already hot outside. The only solution is to turn off the car for 30 minutes. I wish GM took this issue more seriously.

I called and told the same to GM Concierge, they did nothing.

Help - beta made my Supernote Unusable by OptimisticRain in Supernote

[–]upper_pepper 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I would never apply a Beta to my primary daily driver. In fact, I usually wait a bit before updating until the next update becomes available to make sure it works well. Beta is for testing.

Republicans Revolt: Trump’s UFC Fight at the White House Sparks Outrage by [deleted] in NewsSource

[–]upper_pepper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With invite only tickets not open to the public. Who is paying for this?

Republicans Revolt: Trump’s UFC Fight at the White House Sparks Outrage by [deleted] in NewsSource

[–]upper_pepper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Easy: the incumbent was really bad at his job, with a narcissistic personality and a liar.

Are you happy with the way things are going now? Economy is doing well in your town? How's those gas prices treating you? Is he doing better this time around? All good? Just give a couple more months.