• Introducing ESticky: because who needs the tactile pleasure of a sticky note when you can have the thrill of a paperless post-it? With e-paper screens revolutionizing our lives, we can finally say goodbye to those pesky little squares that used to brighten our workspaces. Why scribble on a piece of paper when you can squint at a battery-draining screen that promises "innovation"?

    Forget the nostalgia of peeling off a sticky note; now you can enjoy the joy of erasing your thoughts with a swipe. Truly groundbreaking! What's next, a pen that writes in the air?

    #ESticky #PaperlessRevolution #InnovationOrNot #EpaperMagic #TechSkepticism
    Introducing ESticky: because who needs the tactile pleasure of a sticky note when you can have the thrill of a paperless post-it? With e-paper screens revolutionizing our lives, we can finally say goodbye to those pesky little squares that used to brighten our workspaces. Why scribble on a piece of paper when you can squint at a battery-draining screen that promises "innovation"? Forget the nostalgia of peeling off a sticky note; now you can enjoy the joy of erasing your thoughts with a swipe. Truly groundbreaking! What's next, a pen that writes in the air? #ESticky #PaperlessRevolution #InnovationOrNot #EpaperMagic #TechSkepticism
    ESticky is a Paperless Post-It
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    E-paper screens have opened up a wide variety of novel use cases that just wouldn’t work with the higher power draw of an LCD. [gokux] thought it would be perfect …read more
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  • So, the latest buzz is all about the Xencelabs PD24+ tablet, which apparently is a game-changer in the world of color accuracy and tactile drawing experiences. I mean, who wouldn’t be wowed by a device that promises to turn their doodles into masterpieces? It’s like saying, “Hey, I can finally draw a stick figure that looks exactly like a stick figure!” As if our artistic talents were just waiting for the right tablet to be unleashed.

    And let’s not forget the “pro” label—because nothing screams professional like spending a fortune to replicate your kindergarten art skills. But hey, if you want to impress your cat with your “accurate colour” and “feel,” this might just be the
    So, the latest buzz is all about the Xencelabs PD24+ tablet, which apparently is a game-changer in the world of color accuracy and tactile drawing experiences. I mean, who wouldn’t be wowed by a device that promises to turn their doodles into masterpieces? It’s like saying, “Hey, I can finally draw a stick figure that looks exactly like a stick figure!” As if our artistic talents were just waiting for the right tablet to be unleashed. And let’s not forget the “pro” label—because nothing screams professional like spending a fortune to replicate your kindergarten art skills. But hey, if you want to impress your cat with your “accurate colour” and “feel,” this might just be the
    Xencelabs PD24+ review: I'm wowed by its colour, accuracy, and feel
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    A pro tablet that delivers accurate colour and a tactile drawing experience.
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  • Ah, the DIY MP3 player inspired by the iPod—a true testament to nostalgia in a world dominated by smartphones. Because who wouldn’t want to build their own music device when they can effortlessly swipe through thousands of songs on their pocket-sized supercomputer? Justinas Petkauskas has clearly identified a gap in the market for those who miss the tactile joy of clicking a wheel instead of tapping a screen. After all, nothing screams “I’m living in the future” quite like cramming your favorite tracks into a DIY contraption that could double as a paperweight. Here’s to the brave souls who dare to go back in time, one homemade MP3 player at a time!

    #DIYMP3Player #Nostalgia #i
    Ah, the DIY MP3 player inspired by the iPod—a true testament to nostalgia in a world dominated by smartphones. Because who wouldn’t want to build their own music device when they can effortlessly swipe through thousands of songs on their pocket-sized supercomputer? Justinas Petkauskas has clearly identified a gap in the market for those who miss the tactile joy of clicking a wheel instead of tapping a screen. After all, nothing screams “I’m living in the future” quite like cramming your favorite tracks into a DIY contraption that could double as a paperweight. Here’s to the brave souls who dare to go back in time, one homemade MP3 player at a time! #DIYMP3Player #Nostalgia #i
    DIY MP3 Player Inspired By The iPod
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    These days, the personal MP3 player has been largely replaced by the the smartphone. However, [Justinas Petkauskas] still appreciates the iPod for its tactility and portability, and wanted to bring …read more
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  • What in the world was Deep Tronix thinking when he decided to build a color teaching toy for tots that pairs colors with sounds? Seriously, this half-baked idea is not just misguided; it's downright infuriating! Instead of creating a simple, engaging toy that kids can enjoy, he concocted something that misses the mark entirely. Children need interactive, tactile experiences, not a loud, obnoxious soundboard! This so-called “educational” toy is just another example of how technology is being misused to replace genuine learning experiences. Let’s be real—if you can't even get the fundamentals of teaching colors right, maybe it's time to step back and rethink your approach. This is not innovation; it’s a recipe for confusion!

    #
    What in the world was Deep Tronix thinking when he decided to build a color teaching toy for tots that pairs colors with sounds? Seriously, this half-baked idea is not just misguided; it's downright infuriating! Instead of creating a simple, engaging toy that kids can enjoy, he concocted something that misses the mark entirely. Children need interactive, tactile experiences, not a loud, obnoxious soundboard! This so-called “educational” toy is just another example of how technology is being misused to replace genuine learning experiences. Let’s be real—if you can't even get the fundamentals of teaching colors right, maybe it's time to step back and rethink your approach. This is not innovation; it’s a recipe for confusion! #
    Building a Color Teaching Toy For Tots
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    Last year, [Deep Tronix] wished to teach colors to his nephew. Thus, he built a toy to help educate a child about colors by pairing them with sounds, and Color …read more
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  • Spotify and Apple are killing the album cover, and it’s time we raised our voices against this travesty! It’s infuriating that in this age of digital consumption, these tech giants have the audacity to strip away one of the most vital elements of music: the album cover. The art that used to be a visceral representation of the music itself is now reduced to a mere thumbnail on a screen, easily lost in the sea of endless playlists and streaming algorithms.

    What happened to the days when we could hold a physical album in our hands? The tactile experience of flipping through a gatefold cover, admiring the artwork, and reading the liner notes is now an afterthought. Instead, we’re left with animated visuals that can’t even be framed on a wall! How can a moving image evoke the same emotional connection as a beautifully designed cover that captures the essence of an artist's vision? It’s a tragedy that these platforms are prioritizing convenience over artistic expression.

    The music industry needs to wake up! Spotify and Apple are essentially telling artists that their hard work, creativity, and passion can be boiled down to a pixelated image that disappears into the digital ether. This is an outright assault on the artistry of music! Why should we stand by while these companies prioritize algorithmic efficiency over the cultural significance of album art? It’s infuriating that the very thing that made music a visual and auditory experience is being obliterated right in front of our eyes.

    Let’s be clear: the album cover is not just decoration; it’s an integral part of the storytelling process in music. It sets the tone, evokes emotions, and can even influence how we perceive the music itself. When an album cover is designed with care and intention, it becomes an extension of the artist’s voice. Yet here we are, scrolling through Spotify and Apple Music, bombarded with generic visuals that do nothing to honor the artists or their work.

    Spotify and Apple need to be held accountable for this degradation of music culture. This isn’t just about nostalgia; it’s about preserving the integrity of artistic expression. We need to demand that these platforms acknowledge the importance of album covers and find ways to integrate them into our digital experiences. Otherwise, we’re on a dangerous path where music becomes nothing more than a disposable commodity.

    If we allow Spotify and Apple to continue on this trajectory, we risk losing an entire culture of artistic expression. It’s time for us as consumers to take a stand and remind these companies that music is not just about the sound; it’s about the entire experience.

    Let’s unite and fight back against this digital degradation of music artistry. We deserve better than a world where the album cover is dying a slow death. Let’s reclaim the beauty of music and its visual representation before it’s too late!

    #AlbumArt #MusicCulture #Spotify #AppleMusic #ProtectArtistry
    Spotify and Apple are killing the album cover, and it’s time we raised our voices against this travesty! It’s infuriating that in this age of digital consumption, these tech giants have the audacity to strip away one of the most vital elements of music: the album cover. The art that used to be a visceral representation of the music itself is now reduced to a mere thumbnail on a screen, easily lost in the sea of endless playlists and streaming algorithms. What happened to the days when we could hold a physical album in our hands? The tactile experience of flipping through a gatefold cover, admiring the artwork, and reading the liner notes is now an afterthought. Instead, we’re left with animated visuals that can’t even be framed on a wall! How can a moving image evoke the same emotional connection as a beautifully designed cover that captures the essence of an artist's vision? It’s a tragedy that these platforms are prioritizing convenience over artistic expression. The music industry needs to wake up! Spotify and Apple are essentially telling artists that their hard work, creativity, and passion can be boiled down to a pixelated image that disappears into the digital ether. This is an outright assault on the artistry of music! Why should we stand by while these companies prioritize algorithmic efficiency over the cultural significance of album art? It’s infuriating that the very thing that made music a visual and auditory experience is being obliterated right in front of our eyes. Let’s be clear: the album cover is not just decoration; it’s an integral part of the storytelling process in music. It sets the tone, evokes emotions, and can even influence how we perceive the music itself. When an album cover is designed with care and intention, it becomes an extension of the artist’s voice. Yet here we are, scrolling through Spotify and Apple Music, bombarded with generic visuals that do nothing to honor the artists or their work. Spotify and Apple need to be held accountable for this degradation of music culture. This isn’t just about nostalgia; it’s about preserving the integrity of artistic expression. We need to demand that these platforms acknowledge the importance of album covers and find ways to integrate them into our digital experiences. Otherwise, we’re on a dangerous path where music becomes nothing more than a disposable commodity. If we allow Spotify and Apple to continue on this trajectory, we risk losing an entire culture of artistic expression. It’s time for us as consumers to take a stand and remind these companies that music is not just about the sound; it’s about the entire experience. Let’s unite and fight back against this digital degradation of music artistry. We deserve better than a world where the album cover is dying a slow death. Let’s reclaim the beauty of music and its visual representation before it’s too late! #AlbumArt #MusicCulture #Spotify #AppleMusic #ProtectArtistry
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    I can’t hang an animation on my wall.
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