I've wished for a BlackBerry Bold 9900 form factor Bluetooth messaging device. Cheap and efficient messaging, though one extra thing to lug around.
I love my Bluetooth keyboard
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#102I originally got a Nuphy Air 75 slim mechanical kb to lug around to school, since the iMacs we had there had horrible cheap kbs. It has since surpassed a full sized mechanical as my primary kb. Occasionally on weekend trips, when I wanted to get some stuff done, I've opted to only take the Air 75 instead of a laptop and worked on the phone, either in notes, cloud or termux. Sometimes I've thought about getting a neck holder for the phone to improve ergonomics, but so far the wacky image of using one in public has deterred me from it.
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#103Earlier quoted context omitted.
You can do that with iPhone, too, using the (poorly named) "USB Camera Adapter", which splits out a USB type-A jack. (I assume you need a similar adapter on most Android phones, too, since I've never seen one with a type-A jack built in.)
reminds me the time i had an iPhone SE (1° gen) and i could play 1-3 minutes of garageband with my Korg keyboard using it and then it stopped saying my (adapter) wasn't offcial :) the official gadget in Brazil was > 10 times more expensive than the cheap copies
That message appears when the microprocessor in the cable crashes or hangs.
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#104I suppose that perfect posture of the photo will disappear after a few minutes of use. Maybe there exists some kind of selfie stick / tripod that allows you to place the phone at eye height? This is actually a setup I might prefer over using a laptop.
It doesn't even look perfect - rounded shoulders, forward head, not much lumbar curve. Probably all inevitable when you have a tiny keyboard and screen is way too low.
Also, good posture in a chair is nearly impossible to have, let alone maintain. I've started working from the floor and sitting with my feet/legs in a variety of positions - immediate and immense improvement in my posture, overall mobility and reduction in pain.
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#105I don't understand the various Mac references... Is he comparing a phone to someone with a laptop or even desktop (and Apple in particular)?
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#106I don't understand the various Mac references... Is he comparing a phone to someone with a laptop or even desktop (and Apple in particular)?
Yes. He's noting that people with Macs can engage in message exchanges on their Macs. Like I get a message from someone on my phone and if it merits a more considered response I wake my Mac and reply from there.
Obviously other platforms have various integrations with messaging as well, but he obviously is referring to people he knows who happen to have Macs.
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#107I don't understand the various Mac references... Is he comparing a phone to someone with a laptop or even desktop (and Apple in particular)?
Yes. He's noting that people with Macs can engage in message exchanges on their Macs. Like I get a message from someone on my phone and if it merits a more considered response I wake my Mac and reply from there. Obviously other platforms have various integrations with messaging as well, but he obviously is referring to people he knows who happen to have Macs.
Yes was going to say on android I've been using SMS and WhatsApp messages from my computer for years too. Mac, Linux, Windows, Chromebooks all integrate seamlessly and nicely so not sure what the issue is?
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#108At least with android devices, you can plug in any usb keyboard, and have it work. Those are free, in the garbage all over the place
You can do that with iPhone, too, using the (poorly named) "USB Camera Adapter", which splits out a USB type-A jack. (I assume you need a similar adapter on most Android phones, too, since I've never seen one with a type-A jack built in.)
I can plug in the same USB-C dock I use for my Mac and everything just works on the android phone.
You even see the phone screen mirrored on the monitor, complete with mouse cursor etc.
The sad thing is it is just literal copy of the phone screen. It does not have a "desktop mode".
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#109Still waiting for the day when I can get rid of my work laptop and replace it with a phone entirely. Technically it's already possible, but it's just not practical until I can easily run docker containers on my phone. Also the samsung desktop mode is a bit underwhelming right now. If this is not the default in the next decade I'm gonna riot. Hotels could replace the TV with a big computer screen and the corner chair…
I can't understand what exactly is in this dream you want to become true. It sounds like you want a portable device with physical keyboard, and reasonable screen size. Which is laptop.
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Logitech! Love-hate relationship with their products. I have M570 trackball and it's perfect for me and i love it. Only problem -- the switch on it fails in one year and starts doubleclicking like crazy. (I am aware of DIY fixes to replace the switch that needs desoldering and soldering) Accumulated six useless M570 trackballs in past six years. I hate that. They are waiting for me to find enough time and motivation…
I'm stuck in the same relationship with them: MX Master 3s/4 is my perfect productivity mouse. Problem? The rubber coating gradually disintegrates and accumulates dirt. ERGO K860 is my perfect keyboard. Problem? The plastic ABS surface of the keys wears and smooths in just a few months. The first set of AAA batteries have a far longer life! If only they didn't cheap out on the materials and plastic quality.
Same here, seems like everyone has forgotten how to make rubber products; my 10yr thinkpad is a mix of brittle and going-gooey on different parts. I'm on my second MX Anywhere
I use 5-min epoxy and a toothpick to rebuild the nubs when they wear off. Keyboards don't last long if you have calluses