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Do not underestimate the power of Playstation

For years I've lived a double life. In the day I do my job, I ride the bus, Roll up my sleeves with the hoi polloi. But at night I live a life of exhilaration, Of missed heartbeats and adrenaline, And, if the truth be known, A life of dubious virtue. I won't deny I've been engaged in violence, Even indulged in it. I have maimed and killed adversaries, And not merely in self defence. I have exhibited disregard for life, Limb, And property, And savoured every moment. You may not think it to look at me, But I have commanded armies, And conquered worlds. And though in achieving these things I have set morality aside, I have no regrets. For though I've led a double life At least I can say, I have lived. By James Sinclair

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List of Electric Bikes Made In USA 2022

Day-by-day, people are really annoyed with the increasing pollution caused by fuel vehicles. Also the prices of these fuels are increasing each day! Switch to Eco-friendly and less expensive electric bikes made in USA and electric scooters!

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6 Simple Settings That Will Make Your Smart TV Run Faster – Here's How

Is your Smart TV getting slow or laggy? You're not alone — many users experience delays, buffering, or slow menu responses. The good news? A few quick settings can help your TV run like new again!

Modern TVs are packed with features and apps that can seriously impact performance over time. Here are 6 easy ways to speed things up:

1. Restart and Power Reset

Sometimes the simplest fix is the best. Go to your TV's settings and select Restart. Then unplug it from the power outlet for at least 30 seconds before plugging it back in. This clears temporary memory and fixes minor glitches.

2. Clear Cache and Delete Unused Apps

When your TV’s cache fills up, everything slows down. Clear the cache from the system settings, especially if you notice issues with apps like Netflix or YouTube. Also, uninstall any apps you don't use and remove unnecessary media files.

3. Check for Software Updates

Firmware updates often fix bugs and improve speed. Open your TV's settings and look for Software Update — it's usually just a few clicks away.

4. Improve Your Internet Connection

A strong Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection is crucial. If you’re experiencing buffering or app crashes, try optimizing your Wi-Fi, moving the router closer, or using a Wi-Fi extender.

5. Install Optimization Apps

Some TVs support apps like THX Tune-Up or Fast Optimizer, which can clean memory and adjust picture and sound settings for better performance. Check if they’re compatible with your TV model!

6. Factory Reset (as a Last Resort)

If nothing else works, perform a factory reset. This will erase all your settings and apps, returning the TV to its original state. It’s a fresh start — but remember to back up anything important first.

Looking for more smart tips to boost your devices? Visit e-howto.gr for simple tech guides and solutions!

📚 Sources for more optimization tips:

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5 ways to apply social networks are becoming too "bulging"

5 ways to apply social networks are becoming too “bulging” Do you still remember the time when social networking applications only do well one or two things? At that time, over, and the excessive diversification made many applications become “enlarged”. Most applications today are too confusing; Here are some examples. Instagram notes (Instagram notes) (Artwork: Lucas Gouveia / Makeuseof |…

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CartasVivas, ForumScout, Digital Voices, More: Sunday ResearchBuzz, March 2, 2025

NEW RESOURCES University of Exeter: Oral history project recovering voices of Spanish and Latin American women celebrated at Spanish Embassy. “An oral history project that is creating powerful video postcards to recover and preserve the legacies of prominent Spanish and Latin American women of the 20th century has been honoured at a special celebration in London.” USEFUL STUFF MakeUseOf: If…

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Week 3: Is Tumblr a public sphere?

A popular microblogging and social media platform, such as Tumblr, may not seem like the most obvious example of a "public sphere." But hear me out: this platform demonstrates many of the characteristics of a space for public deliberation and discussion, as described by German philosopher Jürgen Habermas. According to Habermas (1990), the public sphere is a space where private individuals gather to discuss and use reason to generate critical knowledge, resulting in political change, and Tumblr fits this description in its own unique way.

Unlike platforms like Instagram or Facebook, which prioritize curated personal lives and algorithm-driven content, Tumblr thrives on anonymity and community-driven interactions. Every user can engage in discussions without the pressure of real-world identities, allowing for more honest and diverse perspectives. 

Furthermore, Tumblr has long been defined by many of its users and the media as the “social justice” platform and “social justice warrior” (McCracken et al., 2020) because of its role in empowering vulnerable groups like feminists, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals. For example, Tumblr had a huge impact on the LGBTQ+ community, particularly for young people to explore their gender and sexuality via shared experiences from others. A 2016 study, "Scrolling Beyond Binaries," found that 64% of LGBTQ+ respondents had used Tumblr to connect with "people who are like me" (Menz, 2022). And it is not only about identity, the growing presence of the LGBTQ+ community on Tumblr also attracts creative communities, such as artists, musicians, and writers, who create art with LGBTQ+ themes because they can’t find much visibility for lesbians in traditional media like TV shows, movies, or art (Ables, 2019). Therefore, Tumblr has proudly called itself "The Queerest Place on the Internet" (Garcia, 2021), presenting an obvious contrast to platforms like Instagram that have faced criticism for censoring LGBTQ+ content (Levesque, 2020).

Tumblr - An Imperfect Public Sphere

On the other hand, this platform's algorithm and tagging system can lead to echo chambers, in which users only see content that supports their beliefs (Kathleen et al, 2008). While niche communities can be empowering, they can also isolate users with opposing viewpoints, reducing opportunities for meaningful cross-community interactions. Then there's the issue of moderation (or lack thereof). Tumblr's anonymity promotes free expression, but it additionally promotes cyberbullying and harassment in some ways.

Worst of all, Tumblr has struggled with harmful and illegal content, including child pornography. This got so bad that Apple removed the Tumblr app from the App Store in 2018 (Silverstein, 2018). In response, Tumblr implemented a controversial NSFW ban, alienating many users and further harming the platform's reputation.

So, yes, Tumblr is a public sphere, albeit a flawed one. It's a place where voices from underrepresented groups can thrive, but it can also be hindered by echo chambers, harassment, and ineffective moderation.

REFERENCES

Ables, K. (2019, June 25). Tumblr Helped a Generation of LGBTQ+ Artists Come of Age. Artsy. https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-tumblr-helped-generation-lgbtq-artists-age

Garcia, J. (2021, May 7). Tumblr Dubs Itself the “Queerest Place on the Internet.” MUO; MakeUseOf. https://www.makeuseof.com/tumblr-queerest-place-on-internet/

Kathleen Hall Jamieson and Cappella, J.N. (2008). Echo Chamber. Oxford University Press.

Levesque, B. (2020, December 30). Instagram’s anti-LGBTQ trolls use algorithms & zap gay influencers. Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News. https://www.washingtonblade.com/2020/12/30/instagrams-anti-lgbtq-trolls-use-algorithms-zap-gay-influencers/

McCracken, A., Cho, A., Stein, L., & Hoch, I. (2020). A Tumblr Book : platform and cultures. University of Michigan Press.https://doi.org/10.3998/mpub.11537055

Menz, A. (2022, May 2). How Tumblr Acts as a Crucial Resource for Online Queer Communities - Debating Communities and Networks XIII. Debating Communities and Networks XIII - This Is the Official Conference Site for the Debating Communities and Networks 13 Conference 2022. https://networkconference.netstudies.org/2022/csm/1191/how-tumblr-acts-as-a-crucial-resource-for-online-queer-communities/

Silverstein, J. (2018, November 20). Tumblr app disappears from Apple’s App Store because of child porn. Cbsnews.com; CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/tumblr-app-disappears-from-apple-app-store-because-of-child-porn/

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MakeUseOf - Android Writer

This position will operate on a remote, freelance basis. is looking for a Feature Writer to cover Android Hardware… the reader with something valuable to take away. Below are some examples of articles an Android writer would cover… Apply Now

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Monosnap

Monosnap is a screenshot program for Mac OS X and Windows. The program allows users to create screenshots, annotate them and upload them to the cloud. It was released for Mac OS X on 11 July 2012.[1] Several days after it was positively reviewed by sites like Addictive Tips,[2] freetech4teachers,[3] OneDayOneApp[4] and MakeUseOf,[5] an update was released on 5 August 2012, providing authorization with email.[6] On 10 August there was a release for Windows, providing similar functionality.read more

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MUO - MakeUseOf: Why Dumb TVs Deserve a Comeback

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ChatGPTに4人家族のスケジュール管理を丸投げしたら｢自分の時間｣が増えた話 Lifehacker 2024年11月11日掲載の記事より転載 4人家族のスケジュールを管理するのは、目隠しをしてジャグリングをしているように感じることがあります。 仕事の予定や個人の用事、子どもたちの習い事まで、常に多くのことが重なっており、バランスを取るのが本当に難しい！ ＼ブラックフライデー開催中／　PR ワザありケーブル3選 CIO スパイラルシリコンケーブル CIO スパイラルシリコンケーブル ￥2,180 ￥1,780 Anker USB-C＆USB-C L字 Anker USB-C＆USB-C L字 ￥1,490 ￥1,090 UGREEN USB Type C 2in1 UGREEN USB Type C 2in1 ￥2,699 ￥2,239 最近試してみて本当に役立ったもの？ それは、ChatGPTです！ AIをスケジューリングに取り入れることで、カレンダーの混乱を少し減らし、私たちの生活に合わせた週ごとの計画を作れるようになりました。 ChatGPTで日々の計画を作成する まずは、週ごとのタスクリストを作成しました。起床時間、子どもを学校に送り出す時間、ミーティング、プロジェクトの締め切りなど、すべてをこのリストに手当たり次第加えます。 誰が何をする必要があるかをしっかりと記入して、AIが物事やイベントを適切にグループ化できるように配慮。 特に、複数のタスクが重なっているときは、優先順位をつけたりもしました。 価格も置き場所もコンパクト。10万円を切る全部入りロボット掃除機 価格も置き場所もコンパクト。10万円を切る全部入りロボット掃除機 Sponsored by エコバックスジャパン株式会社 その後、すべての情報を直接ChatGPTに入力すると、日ごと・週ごとの詳細なスケジュールを出力してくれました。結果は驚くほどわかりやすかったものの、実際に手を加えながら調整し、うまくいったこととうまくいかなかったことをメモしていきました。 1_chatgpt_sch4 条件をつけていくと、回答の精度が上がる この過程で気づいたのは、良い結果を得るためにはChatGPTにかなりのサポートが必要だということでした。何を優先すべきかを｢教え｣、物事をより簡単にする方法を考えるように促す必要があります。 Advertisement ｢家族の時間を優先する｣や｢時間をもっと効率的に管理する方法を考える｣と伝えると、良い結果が得られました。 ChatGPTは実際に試してみるべき活動や、仕事を効率的に進める方法を提案してくれ、それが週を通して大いに役立ちました。 2_chatgpt_sch4 ChatGPTスケジュールの利点 さて、ChatGPTの利点はかなり明白です。まず、毎時間を自分で計画する必要がなく、代わりにAIがそれを行ない、わかりやすい形でリストアップしてくれました。また、週を通してスケジュールに従うだけでかなりの時間を節約できたことにも気づきました。 Advertisement 実は、私は時間管理が得意ではありません。 掃除の代わりにゲームに余分な1時間を費やしたり、1つのプロジェクトに没頭してほかのプロジェクトに悪影響を与えることもあります。 また、夕食の準備をする時間だと気づくのが遅くなることもあります。 しかし、毎日の予定がリスト化されていることで、自分の時間やエネルギーがどのように配分されているのかを把握でき、その構造に従うことで実際に物事が進んでいると感じました。 出先での「電源探しの旅」はおしまい。そう、このUGREENのモバ充があればね 出先での「電源探しの旅」はおしまい。そう、このUGREENのモバ充があればね Sponsored by UGREEN さらに、家族全員がもっと時間を持てるようになり、より計画的に過ごせています。 また、特定の日に食事の下ごしらえをするなど、提案に従うことで、時間をより効果的に使えるようになりました。 うまくいかなかった課題と教訓 課題もなかったわけではありません。 ChatGPTは当初、複数人や重複したスケジュールの仕分けに苦労していました。 最初から私が何を必要としているかを直感的に理解してくれるわけではありません。調整を加え、明確な指示を与える必要があり、AIの精度を徐々に高めていきました。 3_chatgpt_sch4 結局のところ、ChatGPTが完璧だとは言えませんが、AIを活用したスケジュール管理は時間の無駄ではなかったと言えます。 Advertisement 現実的に言うと、もしあなたが私のように、毎日詳細に計画を立てたり、誰かの助けなしにみんなのスケジュールを調整するのが難しい人であれば、これは大いに役立ちます。 君は「デキるヤツ」と街で一目置かれるワイヤレスイヤホンを知っているか 君は「デキるヤツ」と街で一目置かれるワイヤレスイヤホンを知っているか Sponsored by Bowers & Wilkins 私のアドバイス？ ChatGPTは、スケジュールを効率化する便利なツールです。しかし、すでにスケジュール管理が得意で、確立された良いシステムがある人にとっては置き換える価値はな��かもしれません。 無料で使える｢ChatGPT Mac用アプリ｣がかなり優秀だった。ウェブ版にはない機能も | ライフハッカー・ジャパン MacアプリでChatGPTを無料で使えるようになったので、機能をいくつか紹介します。 https://www.lifehacker.jp/article/2407-chatgpt-on-mac-is-actually-pretty-cool/ ChatGPTの新機能｢Canvas｣は仕事に活用できるのか？ | ライフハッカー・ジャパン ChatGPTは新機能｢Canvas｣を搭載。｢Canvas｣では何をすることができるのか？ ご紹介します。 https://www.lifehacker.jp/article/2410-chatgpt-new-canvas-feature/ Original Article: Here's How I Used ChatGPT to Help Plan My Weekly Schedule by MakeUseOf

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Funcția pe care nu o știu mulți utilizatori Google Maps: Poate preveni spargerile de locuințe

Sursa foto: MakeUseOf Poate fi folosită pentru a analiza intrările în case În era digitală în care trăim, tehnologia ne oferă numeroase avantaje. Totodată, poate deveni și un aliat pentru hoți, un exemplu elocvent fiind funcția Street View. Una dintre cele mai apreciate opțiuni ale Google Maps, aceasta oferă imagini panoramice la nivel stradal pentru numeroase zone din întreaga lume, dar și…

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Πώς βρίσκουμε φίλτρα στο Instagram

makeuseof Μπορείτε να χρησιμοποιήσετε τα φίλτρα Instagram για να προσθέσετε ειδικά εφέ στις φωτογραφίες σας για χρήση σε ιστορίες και αναρτήσεις Instagram. Είτε θέλετε να αλλάξετε εντελώς την εμφάνιση της φωτογραφίας σας είτε να την  πειράξετε λίγο, τα φίλτρα είναι ένας πολύ καλός τρόπος για να το κάνετε. Αυτά τα φίλτρα είναι ενσωματωμένα στην εφαρμογή Instagram, αλλά μερικά είναι πιο εύκολα να…

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Best Websites for Teens to Earn Money Online - MUO - MakeUseOf

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Spotify has revolutionized the way we listen to music . With access to millions of songs, it's easy to create playlists for every occasion. But what if you want to stand out and create unique playlists that reflect your ... bitrise.co.in