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Sunday, September 29, 2024

Panels#daringfireball.net

So there’s that, and it is what it is. To some extent that freeloading cheapskate perspective can be ignored. If one’s argument is that all wallpapers ought to be free, that’s not a valid starting point for criticism of a paid wallpaper app/service.

MKBHD is a taste maker and this is a huge miss. Some brutal feedback.

iA Writer Android#ia.net

This battle to give our customers access to their Google Drive is only the latest in a series of clashes we’ve had with the empire. Developing on Android is a daily worsening struggle with red tape, inconsistent device performance, app store search performance gaming, and rampant piracy.

Developing on Android does not sound fun.

Grand Final Weekend 2024

Was awesome to spend some time with my little family. Added bonus was that we got some nice beach days.

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Untitled Goose Game

I played through Untitled Goose Game over the last few weeks.

I did something a bit different. I bought the game on Steam and played on my MacBook like a true gamer. I used the Switch Pro controller.

It's a great and unique gaming experience and it deserves all the credit it received when the game was released. I also like the fact that I'm supporting an Aussie developer.

The game is damn short though. Like really really short. The length feels more tech demo than fully polished game which is fine but it would have been nice for a little more. I think it took me 2-3 hours to finish.

Overall I'm happy I played it. The stealth and puzzle solving mechanics are fantastic.

Earpods#wavelengths.online

I sold a pair of Earpods a few months ago. I kind of regret it now.

Friday, September 27, 2024

Tips For Grand Final 2024

Here we go. Saturday afternoon 2.30PM. The weather gods have blessed the AFL. Sun will be out. 23 degrees. Will have a couple of beers. Life is good.

Sydney vs Brisbane

Sydney should be the favourites. They've had the better year and at their best they will win this. The fact that it's nice dry conditions should suit Brisbane's chaotic ball movement. The ruck battle will be fascinating. If Brisbane is not be blown out and are within 20 points at 3 quarter time look out. They're really running out games well.

Prediction: Brisbane by 8

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Fire Hydrant Fish Pond#youtube.com

NYC is one weird place. Also Casey Neistat still knows exactly how to make engaging content for YouTube.

Balatro#store.steampowered.com

There's a lot of hype around this game. It's potentially one to try.