Game Pass. They want games to be subscription based. If they switch to multi-platform, it allows their service to be accessed by more people. It's no longer about the console market. The consoles were generally sold at a loss anyway.

I concur. The Pixel 2 was my favorite. I preferred the smaller screen size as well.

The battery crapping out is the biggest reason I replace my phone. For several years now, T-Mobile has been offering the latest Pixel phone for free (taxes excluded of course) if you trade in an older phone. Because of this, it's cheaper for me to upgrade my phone than it is to professionally replace the battery. Prior to that, I would replace the battery myself (ruining the waterproof ratings).

Yes, but if dad's name and billing information is attached to the iCloud account, this gets very sticky. If there are any ongoing payments/charges that occur after the divorce, I believe it's assumed that he still retains control/ownership. Especially if the lawyers never discussed it during settlement.

If dad bought the iPads, some of the apps, made the accounts, and he still has any form of custody, then Apple doesn't have a right to take it away from him. "Kate" can do the same thing many other people do in this situation: have their own set of toys for each household.

Sounds like they're targeting Bitcoin again.

I've never had stick drift either on any of my consoles. I think there are other factors that we don't take into account beyond "cheap" thumbsticks. Perhaps some people use a death grip? My hands are always dry when I game, but one of my best friends used to sweat profusely from his palms whenever he gamed.

Honestly, I think this is part of the marketing. Starbucks is considered to be pretty hip and stylish amongst some people, so they're probably banking on the possibility that Starbucks will make this type of building structure look cool.

This argument about textbooks hits close to the problem with common core math. Many of the complaints I heard from parents was that they were no longer able to assist their children with homework because they didn't understand the new methods. They had to relearn how to do math, which unfortunately was not something many parents did.

It has a 30% success rate for the hack, and the github states that it can take up to 20 minutes to boot the console. Nice proof of concept, but obviously inferior to the hardwire methods. What I can see it useful for is dumping/flashing the NAND without having to hardwire a programmer to the motherboard. Previously, you needed to solder in a custom programmer and a glitch-chip. I believe modern hacks, such as the RGH3, has removed the requirement to need a special glitch-chip. So this USB dongle removes the need for a special programmer, which means you can complete the hardware hack using only parts from Radio Shack (or whatever is the equivalent these days).

I mean, yeah, 6c/mile sounds nice, but I just did the math on my 2008 Honda Fit, and I get 9c/mile. That's with the cost of gas/oil changes. I haven't had to do any of crazy expensive maintenance that you suggest one needs every 3 months, and my oil changes are $50-60. The car has been paid off for about 8 years now. Sure, I've had to change the brakes and the tires once in a while, but those are expenses that even EVs have to deal with. So my Fit costs me roughly $2700 to get 28000. Sure, not as impressive as the Tesla, but not really the money dump of your Lexus. I think the break down for those who argue for EVs is that they typically compare luxury cars to EVs because EVs are priced similar to luxury vehicles, when in reality, most people want a car that's reliable and affordable. EVs struggle with both of these.

Two stage heat pump. Outdoor unit is vertical (sucks air in from the sides and blows it up) as they are supposedly less likely to clog in snow.

I would also prefer a console only version. I don't use mine in handheld mode, so the bigger screen/magnetic controllers aren't that interesting to me.

I have a 2008 Honda Fit that has about 270,000 miles. Other than replacing the clutch during Covid (mom-and-pop shop did it for $1400) I haven't had any major repairs beyond the regular maintenance items. It has literally been the best car I've ever owned. (I also bought it used for $10k). I suspect your Fit will last you longer than you expect.

Crohn's disease can be treated with the carnivore diet. Same with ulcerative colitis. I've read many testimonies from others about it curing these issues and have personally resolved the chronic stomach issues that I had by following the diet for 6 months. I think you should look into it.