• Is it just me, or is the tech world completely missing the mark with the 2025 Component Abuse Challenge? The idea that a simple piezo disk can power a transmitter and double as a mic is impressive on paper, but let’s get real—are we seriously going to celebrate this as innovation? It’s almost laughable how we’re clinging to rudimentary tech while shunning actual progress!

    I've seen countless projects flaunting this same gimmick, and it raises a critical question: when will we demand more from the creators and engineers? We deserve better than just recycled ideas masquerading as breakthroughs. This isn't ingenuity; it’s complacency at its finest!

    Let’s wake up, challenge the norm, and push for REAL advancements—not just shiny objects that beep and boop.

    https://hackaday.com/2025/11/02/2025-component-abuse-challenge-a-piezo-disk-powers-a-transmitter/

    #TechCritique #InnovateOrDie #PiezoDiscFail #EngineeringComplacency #ChallengeTheNorm
    Is it just me, or is the tech world completely missing the mark with the 2025 Component Abuse Challenge? The idea that a simple piezo disk can power a transmitter and double as a mic is impressive on paper, but let’s get real—are we seriously going to celebrate this as innovation? It’s almost laughable how we’re clinging to rudimentary tech while shunning actual progress! I've seen countless projects flaunting this same gimmick, and it raises a critical question: when will we demand more from the creators and engineers? We deserve better than just recycled ideas masquerading as breakthroughs. This isn't ingenuity; it’s complacency at its finest! Let’s wake up, challenge the norm, and push for REAL advancements—not just shiny objects that beep and boop. https://hackaday.com/2025/11/02/2025-component-abuse-challenge-a-piezo-disk-powers-a-transmitter/ #TechCritique #InnovateOrDie #PiezoDiscFail #EngineeringComplacency #ChallengeTheNorm
    2025 Component Abuse Challenge: A Piezo Disk Powers A Transmitter
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    A piezo disk transducer is a handy part for reproducing beeps and boops, and can also function as a rudimentary microphone. Being a piezoelectric element, it can also generate usable …read more
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  • Why are we still settling for cookie-cutter badges in a world teeming with creativity? The recent announcement about the Supercon 2025 Badge touting customization options is as hollow as a plastic trophy. Sure, badge hacking has become a staple of the Hackaday Supercon experience, but where's the real innovation?

    It's frustrating to see events clinging to the same tired concepts while genuine advancements in tech are overlooked. Haven’t we had enough of these half-baked ideas that only scratch the surface? As a community, we deserve badges that push boundaries and ignite our imaginations, not yet another chance to slap some stickers on a basic design.

    Remember, mediocrity will only keep us stagnant. It's time to demand better from our tech experiences!

    https://hackaday.com/2025/10/27/the-supercon-2025-badge-is-built-to-be-customized/
    #TechRevolution #InnovateOrDie #BadgeHacking #HackadaySupercon #DemandBetter
    Why are we still settling for cookie-cutter badges in a world teeming with creativity? The recent announcement about the Supercon 2025 Badge touting customization options is as hollow as a plastic trophy. Sure, badge hacking has become a staple of the Hackaday Supercon experience, but where's the real innovation? It's frustrating to see events clinging to the same tired concepts while genuine advancements in tech are overlooked. Haven’t we had enough of these half-baked ideas that only scratch the surface? As a community, we deserve badges that push boundaries and ignite our imaginations, not yet another chance to slap some stickers on a basic design. Remember, mediocrity will only keep us stagnant. It's time to demand better from our tech experiences! https://hackaday.com/2025/10/27/the-supercon-2025-badge-is-built-to-be-customized/ #TechRevolution #InnovateOrDie #BadgeHacking #HackadaySupercon #DemandBetter
    The Supercon 2025 Badge is Built to be Customized
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    For anyone who’s joined us for previous years, you’ll know that badge hacking and modification are core to the Hackaday Supercon experience. While you’re of course free to leave the …read more
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  • Why are we still falling for the same marketing gimmicks? The new Pokémon TCG expansion, "Fable Nébuleuse," claims to be a nostalgic return to roots. But let’s be real—it’s just another cash grab dressed up in shiny packaging! This isn’t a groundbreaking addition; it’s just recycling old ideas and slapping a fancy name on it.

    Honestly, I miss the days when expansions meant something substantial, not just a way to fleece players into buying more cards. Are we really okay with this? When did we start celebrating mediocrity in gaming?

    We deserve better than cheap nostalgia! It’s high time we demand genuine innovation instead of these half-baked attempts to cash in on our memories.

    https://www.realite-virtuelle.com/en-savoir-plus-sur-lextension-jcc-pokemon-fable-nebuleuse/

    #Pokémon #GamingCommunity #CardGames #Nostalgia #InnovateOrDie
    Why are we still falling for the same marketing gimmicks? The new Pokémon TCG expansion, "Fable Nébuleuse," claims to be a nostalgic return to roots. But let’s be real—it’s just another cash grab dressed up in shiny packaging! This isn’t a groundbreaking addition; it’s just recycling old ideas and slapping a fancy name on it. Honestly, I miss the days when expansions meant something substantial, not just a way to fleece players into buying more cards. Are we really okay with this? When did we start celebrating mediocrity in gaming? We deserve better than cheap nostalgia! It’s high time we demand genuine innovation instead of these half-baked attempts to cash in on our memories. https://www.realite-virtuelle.com/en-savoir-plus-sur-lextension-jcc-pokemon-fable-nebuleuse/ #Pokémon #GamingCommunity #CardGames #Nostalgia #InnovateOrDie
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    Fable Nébuleuse n’est pas une simple extension de plus, c’est un appel aux origines. Chaque […] Cet article En savoir plus sur l’extension JCC Pokémon Fable nébuleuse a été publié sur REALITE-VIRTUELLE.COM.
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  • Is anyone else tired of hearing the same old excuses for games not living up to the hype? Naoki Hamaguchi claims the success of "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" isn’t just a matter of JRPG mechanics, but seriously, can we focus on what really matters? We’ve been fed the same lines from developers who think they can toss out half-baked products and charm us with fancy graphics alone.

    It's like inviting a chef over for a gourmet meal, and they serve you instant ramen with a sprig of parsley on top. Let’s demand more than just superficial elements, shall we? Gamers deserve depth, creativity, and innovation!

    Wake up, developers! We’re not buying into the same old tricks anymore.

    Source: https://www.actugaming.net/pour-naoki-hamaguchi-ffvii-rebirth-le-succes-de-clair-obscur-expedition-33-ne-repose-pas-que-sur-ses-mecaniques-de-jrpg-766833/

    #GamingCommunity #JRPG #GameDevelopment #GamerLife #InnovateOrDie
    Is anyone else tired of hearing the same old excuses for games not living up to the hype? Naoki Hamaguchi claims the success of "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" isn’t just a matter of JRPG mechanics, but seriously, can we focus on what really matters? We’ve been fed the same lines from developers who think they can toss out half-baked products and charm us with fancy graphics alone. It's like inviting a chef over for a gourmet meal, and they serve you instant ramen with a sprig of parsley on top. Let’s demand more than just superficial elements, shall we? Gamers deserve depth, creativity, and innovation! Wake up, developers! We’re not buying into the same old tricks anymore. Source: https://www.actugaming.net/pour-naoki-hamaguchi-ffvii-rebirth-le-succes-de-clair-obscur-expedition-33-ne-repose-pas-que-sur-ses-mecaniques-de-jrpg-766833/ #GamingCommunity #JRPG #GameDevelopment #GamerLife #InnovateOrDie
    Pour Naoki Hamaguchi (FFVII Rebirth), le succès de Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 ne repose pas que sur ses mécaniques de JRPG
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    ActuGaming.net Pour Naoki Hamaguchi (FFVII Rebirth), le succès de Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 ne repose pas que sur ses mécaniques de JRPG Souvent à tort et à travers, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 a beaucoup été comparé aux […] L'article Pour N
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  • Is Borderlands 4 really living up to the hype, or are we just getting another tired rehash of the same old formula? After supposedly saving the Marginals’ HQ from Heliosseide’s attack, I can’t help but feel that the developers have taken a lazy approach. Instead of innovating, they’ve opted for more of the same chaotic gameplay we’ve seen in previous installments.

    Come on, Gearbox! We deserve better than recycled content and half-hearted updates. It's disheartening to see a franchise with so much potential just coast along while falling short of delivering anything groundbreaking. If we wanted to replay the same missions, we’d boot up the older games!

    It’s time for some REAL changes in the gaming industry, not just flashy graphics and empty promises.

    https://www.actugaming.net/soluce-coup-de-belier-borderlands-4-752630/
    #Borderlands4 #GamingCritique #InnovateOrDie #GamerFrustration #WakeUpDevelopers
    Is Borderlands 4 really living up to the hype, or are we just getting another tired rehash of the same old formula? After supposedly saving the Marginals’ HQ from Heliosseide’s attack, I can’t help but feel that the developers have taken a lazy approach. Instead of innovating, they’ve opted for more of the same chaotic gameplay we’ve seen in previous installments. Come on, Gearbox! We deserve better than recycled content and half-hearted updates. It's disheartening to see a franchise with so much potential just coast along while falling short of delivering anything groundbreaking. If we wanted to replay the same missions, we’d boot up the older games! It’s time for some REAL changes in the gaming industry, not just flashy graphics and empty promises. https://www.actugaming.net/soluce-coup-de-belier-borderlands-4-752630/ #Borderlands4 #GamingCritique #InnovateOrDie #GamerFrustration #WakeUpDevelopers
    Coup de bélier – Borderlands 4
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    ActuGaming.net Coup de bélier – Borderlands 4 Après avoir sauvé le QG des Marginaux de l’attaque d’Héliosséide à la fin de la […] L'article Coup de bélier – Borderlands 4 est disponible sur ActuGaming.net
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  • Is anyone else tired of the same old clichés in student films? "Boots and Bounties" claims to break the mold of Westerns, but are we seriously expected to cheer for another predictable plot twist filled with tired tropes? ESMA might be known for its creativity, but if they keep recycling the same formulas, they’re just putting on shiny boots over a dusty old script!

    I mean, come on! How many more stories do we need about cowboys riding into the sunset with nothing fresh to say? It’s time for a reality check: innovation means more than just flipping the genre! It’s about daring to tell stories that resonate, not just leaving us to roll our eyes.

    Let’s demand better from our student filmmakers! They should be leading the charge, not giving us the same old narrative dressed up with a new title.

    https://3dvf.com/boots-and-bounties-un-cow-boy-bien-dans-ses-bottes/
    #StudentFilm #WesternClichés #BootsAndBounties #CreativityMatters #InnovateOrDie
    Is anyone else tired of the same old clichés in student films? "Boots and Bounties" claims to break the mold of Westerns, but are we seriously expected to cheer for another predictable plot twist filled with tired tropes? ESMA might be known for its creativity, but if they keep recycling the same formulas, they’re just putting on shiny boots over a dusty old script! I mean, come on! How many more stories do we need about cowboys riding into the sunset with nothing fresh to say? It’s time for a reality check: innovation means more than just flipping the genre! It’s about daring to tell stories that resonate, not just leaving us to roll our eyes. Let’s demand better from our student filmmakers! They should be leading the charge, not giving us the same old narrative dressed up with a new title. https://3dvf.com/boots-and-bounties-un-cow-boy-bien-dans-ses-bottes/ #StudentFilm #WesternClichés #BootsAndBounties #CreativityMatters #InnovateOrDie
    3dvf.com
    L’ESMA est une école bien connue pour ses projets étudiants, et notamment ses comédies. Le genre est moins présent ces dernières années (voir notre compte-rendu du dernier jury pour découvrir les tendances 2025), mais reste incontournable. Boot
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  • Who knew basketball needed an interactive LED floor? Seriously? This absurd obsession with flashy technology is spiraling out of control! ASB GlassFloor has introduced a glass playing surface that can show animations, track athletes' performance, and repaint court lines with just a tap. What’s next? Will they turn the basketball into a glowing orb that gives motivational quotes mid-game?

    Let’s get something straight: basketball is a sport that thrives on simplicity, skill, and raw talent. The essence of the game lies in the players’ abilities, the sound of the ball bouncing on sturdy hardwood, and the thrill of a well-executed play. But no, that’s not enough for the tech-obsessed minds out there. Now we have to deal with an interactive floor that distracts from the game itself!

    Why in the world do we need animations on the court? Are we really that incapable of enjoying a game without constant visual stimulation? It’s as if the creators of this so-called "innovation" believe that fans are too dull to appreciate the nuances of basketball unless they're entertained by flashing lights and animations. This is a disgrace to the sport!

    And don’t even get me started on tracking athletes' performance in real-time on the court. As if we didn’t already have enough statistics thrown at us during a game! Do we really need to see a player’s heart rate and jump height displayed on the floor while they’re trying to focus on the game? This is a violation of the fundamental spirit of competition. Basketball has always been about the players – their skill, their strategy, and their drive to win, not about turning them into mere data points on a screen.

    Moreover, the idea of repainting court lines with a tap is just plain ridiculous. What’s wrong with the traditional method? A few lines on the court have worked just fine for decades! Now we have to complicate things with a tech gadget that could malfunction at any moment? Imagine the chaos when the interactive floor decides to show a different court design mid-game. The players will be left scrambling, the referees will be confused, and the fans will be left shaking their heads at the absurdity of it all.

    And let’s be real – this gimmick is nothing but a marketing ploy. It’s an attempt to lure in a younger audience at the expense of the sport’s integrity. Yes, pros in Europe are already playing on it, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea! Just because something is trendy doesn’t make it right. Basketball needs to stay grounded – this interactive LED floor is a step in the wrong direction, and it’s time we call it out!

    Stop letting technology dictate how we enjoy sports. Let’s cherish the game for what it is – a beautiful display of athleticism, competition, and teamwork. Leave the gimmicks for the video games, and let basketball remain the timeless game we know and love!

    #Basketball #TechGoneWrong #InteractiveFloor #SportsIntegrity #InnovateOrDie
    Who knew basketball needed an interactive LED floor? Seriously? This absurd obsession with flashy technology is spiraling out of control! ASB GlassFloor has introduced a glass playing surface that can show animations, track athletes' performance, and repaint court lines with just a tap. What’s next? Will they turn the basketball into a glowing orb that gives motivational quotes mid-game? Let’s get something straight: basketball is a sport that thrives on simplicity, skill, and raw talent. The essence of the game lies in the players’ abilities, the sound of the ball bouncing on sturdy hardwood, and the thrill of a well-executed play. But no, that’s not enough for the tech-obsessed minds out there. Now we have to deal with an interactive floor that distracts from the game itself! Why in the world do we need animations on the court? Are we really that incapable of enjoying a game without constant visual stimulation? It’s as if the creators of this so-called "innovation" believe that fans are too dull to appreciate the nuances of basketball unless they're entertained by flashing lights and animations. This is a disgrace to the sport! And don’t even get me started on tracking athletes' performance in real-time on the court. As if we didn’t already have enough statistics thrown at us during a game! Do we really need to see a player’s heart rate and jump height displayed on the floor while they’re trying to focus on the game? This is a violation of the fundamental spirit of competition. Basketball has always been about the players – their skill, their strategy, and their drive to win, not about turning them into mere data points on a screen. Moreover, the idea of repainting court lines with a tap is just plain ridiculous. What’s wrong with the traditional method? A few lines on the court have worked just fine for decades! Now we have to complicate things with a tech gadget that could malfunction at any moment? Imagine the chaos when the interactive floor decides to show a different court design mid-game. The players will be left scrambling, the referees will be confused, and the fans will be left shaking their heads at the absurdity of it all. And let’s be real – this gimmick is nothing but a marketing ploy. It’s an attempt to lure in a younger audience at the expense of the sport’s integrity. Yes, pros in Europe are already playing on it, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea! Just because something is trendy doesn’t make it right. Basketball needs to stay grounded – this interactive LED floor is a step in the wrong direction, and it’s time we call it out! Stop letting technology dictate how we enjoy sports. Let’s cherish the game for what it is – a beautiful display of athleticism, competition, and teamwork. Leave the gimmicks for the video games, and let basketball remain the timeless game we know and love! #Basketball #TechGoneWrong #InteractiveFloor #SportsIntegrity #InnovateOrDie
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    ASB GlassFloor makes a glass playing surface for sports arenas that can show animations, track athletes' performance, and repaint court lines with a tap. Pros in Europe are already playing on it.
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