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[N_LaRUE]

So I'm thinking of getting a new case for my phone but having difficulty deciding...

As much as TPU cases I dislike the fact they always cover the buttons.

Unfortunately it's hard to find a good case...

 

[MSFTisMIA]

This is almost too actuate to be funny...

http://eveningharold.com/2020/03/06...-coronavirus-vaccine-they-can-refuse-to-take/

When the privileged have nothing better to do in times of crisis...

...shall I do you one better?

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/05/...&module=trending&pgtype=Article&region=Footer

 

[MSFTisMIA]

So I'm thinking of getting a new case for my phone but having difficulty deciding...

As much as TPU cases I dislike the fact they always cover the buttons.

Unfortunately it's hard to find a good case...

https://www.amazon.com/Xperia-Arkou...ag=hawk-future-20&ascsubtag=UUwpUvbUpU3807706

 

[N_LaRUE]

When the privileged have nothing better to do in times of crisis...

...shall I do you one better?

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/05/...&module=trending&pgtype=Article&region=Footer

This is hardly surprising...

 

[N_LaRUE]

https://www.amazon.com/Xperia-Arkou...ag=hawk-future-20&ascsubtag=UUwpUvbUpU3807708

Yeah I saw that one just wasn't sure.

My wife's car for her X5 has a weird feeling to it I don't like.

I'm assuming this is better.

I'd like to keep the case thin but I have thought about bamboo. Not sure I've seen any though.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

Yeah I saw that one just wasn't sure.

My wife's car for her X5 has a weird feeling to it I don't like.

I'm assuming this is better.

I'd like to keep the case thin but I have thought about bamboo. Not sure I've seen any though.

I've used these and they've worked for me. I prefer the ones with a bit more grip.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

So I can be all Sahib esque and do a ton of posts here today, but I'm not sure if I'm in the mood to do all that yet.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

So I like this new agnostic set up I have on the V35. Chrome is still way better in terms of search results, yet Bing is still serviceable enough for me. Edge has been OK as a browser and I disabled the features where it looks like the Google now feed - I can get that elsewhere. Added the Blackberry hub subscription for the privacy shade and the calendar app. It's a nice mix...not too MSFT, not too Google centric.

Overall, I'm mostly satisfied. As always I wish LG hadn't used a smaller sensor in the V35, and wished there was a bigger battery, but this will do as the current daily driver. While the hardware is always subject to change, I think this style software set up will do for the next stretch.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

Also, as much as I like the odd aspect ratios, the now old school 6" 18:9 is the sweet spot for me. Will always love how LG, Xiaomi and Huawei did this screen size. Big enough tsee what I need, small enough to be pocket friendly.

Plus, it's nice to know for an event where I want to really take a camera along, I can swap off to a 9 Pureview or a Mate 20 Pro. Not bad, really.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

Sigh.

https://www.nydailynews.com/new-yor...0200305-7w3olaoujfe4fmb6npccdq2t2i-story.html

 

[MSFTisMIA]

So I like this new agnostic set up I have on the V35. Chrome is still way better in terms of search results, yet Bing is still serviceable enough for me. Edge has been OK as a browser and I disabled the features where it looks like the Google now feed - I can get that elsewhere. Added the Blackberry hub subscription for the privacy shade and the calendar app. It's a nice mix...not too MSFT, not too Google centric.

Overall, I'm mostly satisfied. As always I wish LG hadn't used a smaller sensor in the V35, and wished there was a bigger battery, but this will do as the current daily driver. While the hardware is always subject to change, I think this style software set up will do for the next stretch.

I think ultimately that's where I plan to stay. I'm too much an enthusiast to fully narrow down to one set device. There are a few if given the right opportunity I'd like to add to have, but if I don't, that's OK. I certainly wouldn't mind adding a Pixel, Mi Mix 3 5G, Xperia, Key2, etc. Am I racing out there to get any of these? Nope.

This is where I was stating that my itch is over. I'm not going to pigeonhole myself really anymore. Most of my phone data is cloud tied and I actively back up pictures. Sometimes platform agnostics work.

 

[libra89]

Sigh.

https://www.nydailynews.com/new-yor...0200305-7w3olaoujfe4fmb6npccdq2t2i-story.html

Ugh. This is so wrong and racist. I feel for the guy who had to deal with this happening to him.

 

[libra89]

I think ultimately that's where I plan to stay. I'm too much an enthusiast to fully narrow down to one set device. There are a few if given the right opportunity I'd like to add to have, but if I don't, that's OK. I certainly wouldn't mind adding a Pixel, Mi Mix 3 5G, Xperia, Key2, etc. Am I racing out there to get any of these? Nope.

This is where I was stating that my itch is over. I'm not going to pigeonhole myself really anymore. Most of my phone data is cloud tied and I actively back up pictures. Sometimes platform agnostics work.

It sounds like you have an ideal setup that works for you, and I'm glad to hear this.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

It sounds like you have an ideal setup that works for you, and I'm glad to hear this.

This doesn't work for everyone. It works for me whereby it takes away that restrictive feeling. I understand that these things are depreciating assets. That's why 99 is so non loyal to ANY device and that makes a TON of sense.

It's also why something like a V50 is appealing to me. I don't mind LG software and the V40 experience reinforced my feeling about the versatility but just wishing the internals were a little bit better. I don't want the Sprint model, plus the Verizon and Korean ones are so expensive. I don't need the dual screen accessory either.

Going from a V35 to a V50 the upgrades are there for cameras and battery size. From a V40 to a V50 it's a bit murkier. Will I still get one? Sure - if the price is right. Otherwise I can with the V35 or grab a G8.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

Really enjoying the day off so far. Rest was much needed.

 

[libra89]

Really enjoying the day off so far. Rest was much needed.

Glad to hear this for you. I hope that you'll continue to enjoy it.

 

[libra89]

So for the first time ever in my life, I owe my state. Yay. At least it isn't much.

 

[worldspy99]

Well folks trip next week is canceled. Division President stopped by and informed me in person

 

[worldspy99]

Looks like the QSuites trip will have to wait a bit.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

Glad to hear this for you. I hope that you'll continue to enjoy it.

That's because I haven't thought about work outside of setting up the out of office greeting on the work cell phone where most people can reach me at.