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Re: Obama Center work starts this summer. What does the plan mean for transportation?

djmiller — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 18:00:46 -0000

23 stories? What are you smoking dude?

Re: New concept imagines multi-colored Braided Solo Loop bands for Apple Watch

djmiller — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:36:25 -0000

I'd spend another $100 on a pride edition!

Re: New concept imagines multi-colored Braided Solo Loop bands for Apple Watch

djmiller — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:35:08 -0000

Honestly after wearing so many different bands for my Apple Watch from cheap Amazon silicone knock-offs all the way up to the Apple Stainless Steel Link Bracelet, the Braided Solo Loop is by far the most comfortable and convenient to wear. It looks pretty damn nice too. I'd pay $100 for it again in a heartbeat.

Re: Apple opens iPhone Upgrade Program preapproval ahead of iPhone 11 launch

djmiller — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 18:44:53 -0000

"AppleCare+ for iPhone includes up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage every 24 months. Each incident is subject to a service fee, plus applicable tax. In addition, you’ll get Express Replacement Service and 24/7 priority access to Apple experts by chat or phone."

Re: Opinion: Apple’s new retail head needs to fix the biggest problem with Apple Stores

djmiller — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 21:43:01 -0000

If you need help at Apple retail you should open the Apple Store app. A lot of cool whiz-bang features surface when you're actually inside a store. Including getting the prompt attention of a specialist.

Re: The Broadway/Lawrence Streetscape Has Turned Asphalt Into Public Space

djmiller — Tue, 29 May 2018 13:20:32 -0000

Now let's see some action at the Uptown Theatre!

Re: iOS 11.4 coming today, HomePod gains multiroom audio and stereo pairing with AirPlay 2

djmiller — Tue, 29 May 2018 10:59:51 -0000

Can anyone confirm if we shared Up Next playlists in Apple Music with Airplay 2?

Re: Apple says it is ‘looking into’ viral video that shows an iPhone 7 Plus catching fire

djmiller — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 12:30:36 -0000

Point taken.

Re: Apple says it is ‘looking into’ viral video that shows an iPhone 7 Plus catching fire

djmiller — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 01:48:41 -0000

3rd party charger

Re: Some Apple Stores receiving mid-day AirPods inventory after selling out at opening

djmiller — Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:09:15 -0000

Shipped...and still on sale as of this posting.

Re: Some Apple Stores receiving mid-day AirPods inventory after selling out at opening

djmiller — Mon, 19 Dec 2016 22:03:56 -0000

Just ordered a pair on verizon delivered from 12/22 for free, 12/20 for $12.99

https://www.verizonwireless...

Still awaiting shipping confirmation.

Re: Apple’s new stunning flagship waterfront retail store in Chicago begins to take shape [Gallery]

djmiller — Sun, 04 Dec 2016 20:29:17 -0000

They're closing the original NMA location once this opens

Re: Apple shares new ‘Frankie’s Holiday’ ad featuring iPhone-toting Frankenstein

djmiller — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 14:18:44 -0000

Actor playing The Monster is Brad Garrett. Nice homage to Peter Boyle (who played The Monster in Young Frankenstein and was Garrett's costar on Everybody Loves Raymond). Also fitting considering Gene Wilder's death this year.

Re: Genius announces iOS 10 iMessage extension for quickly sending customizable ’Lyric Messages’

djmiller — Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:09:43 -0000

Thanks for that, ben.

Re: Apple warns new glossy Jet Black iPhone 7 finish will scratch easily, recommends using case

djmiller — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 22:19:40 -0000

gay, offended.

Re: Latest Spaceship Campus drone footage shows landscaping underway; emphasizes scale

djmiller — Sat, 06 Aug 2016 16:05:28 -0000

The mountain of dirt was previously excavated from the site and is now being used for landscaping across its 176 acres.

Geofoam is used for landscaping on top of building structures because it is 100x lighter than soil. Here's an infographic that explains it was used in the construction of Maggie Daley Park in Chicago. The application is similar at AC2.

http://blog.geofoam.com/wp-...

Re: Latest Spaceship Campus drone footage shows landscaping underway; emphasizes scale

djmiller — Sat, 06 Aug 2016 16:03:53 -0000

Geofoam has no adverse effects on soil and groundwater quality. It is only used here because it is a light-weight way to landscape on top of structures like the tunnels and the auditorium. That landscaping will need to be dug up eventually anyway because it is on top of buildings that require maintenance.

Re: Latest Apple Campus 2 drone flyover captures solar panels and fuel cells, underground theater, and R&D buildings progress

djmiller — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 00:27:41 -0000

"Apple Theater ... preparing the land surrounding the entrance for some type of outdoor plaza of sorts"

Plaza? Nope...just landscaping. It's called Geofoam.

Re: Apple Campus 2 drone flyover update shows progress on Theatre, solar panels, & more [Video]

djmiller — Tue, 31 May 2016 13:00:05 -0000

Looks like they're installing Geofoam near the theatre — a lightweight fill used for landscaping. It was similarly used to build Maggie Daley Park on top of a parking garage in Chicago.

Re: The Belmont Flyover Has Federal Approval But Still Faces Other Hurdles

djmiller — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 21:31:50 -0000

I'm sure the CTA would love to do something about the Tower 18 Junction bottleneck in the loop. Hmmm...which building should they tear down first?

Re: The Belmont Flyover Has Federal Approval But Still Faces Other Hurdles

djmiller — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 21:28:58 -0000

I appreciate all commenters who cite anecdotal evidence that "trains don't back up at Belmont." /s

Re: Apple Music's Worst Feature? You Can't Delete It

djmiller — Sun, 26 Jul 2015 16:17:51 -0000

The largest incentive Apple has for "bloating" iOS is to create an ecosystem that is both simple and delightful to the vast majority of its users. People who never once open up the app store should still be able to enjoy the basic functionality of their device.

Most of these "bloatware" Apps under scrutiny have been installed on most phones before apple made them, before phones had touchscreen, and before phones were "smart." For instance:

>Phone—making calls—and by extension FaceTime
>Contacts—a bit redundant, but not for many (less sophisticated) users who find it intuitive to use.
>Messages—MMS, SMS, iMessage.
>Mail
>Safari—Web Browser
>Camera, Photos, Videos
>Notes, Clock
>Music (formerly iPod)—has been on our iPhones since day one. It's the de facto app for playing locally stored audio files. The addition of "Apple Music" within the app is an entirely optional service you can simply ignore.

These apps that are all deeply integrated with the system—positioned just below springboard, the app switcher, siri, settings, notification center, and control center in the architecture.

>Find My iPhone
>The App Store

There is simply no reason why you would want to get rid of these apps.

>Maps

It has also been installed on iPhones since day one, and mapping is basic device functionality these days.

>Passbook/Wallet
>Health

These apps the only means of accessing and/or managing tightly controlled device-level functionality like motion co-processing and RFID payments.

>Calculator
>Reminders
>Stocks
>Weather
>Compass
>Tips

These apps provide very basic functionality and take up a negligible amount of space. Put them in a folder and forget them. Get over it.

>Watch

>iBooks
>iTunes
>Podcasts

To me, these are the only ecosystem "bloatware" apps. And frankly watch is the only one I think doesn't belong (it should probably be integrated into Settings).

Re: Eyes on the Street: Seeing Spots at the Lincoln Hub

djmiller — Thu, 21 May 2015 15:42:38 -0000

A bit further a long now...

Re: Nintendo Turns a Profit, Banks on Smartphone Revenue

djmiller — Thu, 07 May 2015 23:49:03 -0000

Rainbow. Road.

Re: True Blood finds its dark humor again in “Death Is Not The End”

djmiller — Mon, 14 Jul 2014 02:03:59 -0000

I really don't understand what all of these True Blood stories have anything to do with Apple news...