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AT&T to lose 1.1 million TV subscribers as DirecTV continues nosedive
We subscribed to DirecTV for over 15 years, but cut the cord months after AT&T acquired DirecTV. There were some minor issues with the DirecTV Genie randomly skipping to the end/front of a recording, and it’s annoying when the service … Continue reading
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Why do I hate DirecTV Now, let me count the ways
I got an e-mail from AT&T/DirecTV asking me to complete a survey on why I unsubscribed from DirecTV Now. I spent quite a bit of time crafting a comprehensive answer, only to receive the notice below. Part of my issue … Continue reading
"A safe propane torch for applications around the home"
I get a feed from “Cool Tools” and this caught my eye. I’m thinking of using it to remove snow or scare the shit out of my neighbors. Looking for a backpack to hold the propane tank next. Harbor Freight … Continue reading
Windows 10–favorite new feature
I’ve been using Windows 10 through the Windows Insider program, but I’m still discovering new features. This morning I was using Sysinternals to test something and realized it wasn’t on my Path. I decided to edit my system settings (clean … Continue reading
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No such thing as a miracle anti-wrinkle cream say scientists Which? Conversation
Anti-wrinkle cream miracles debunked by scientists via No such thing as a miracle anti-wrinkle cream say scientists Which? Conversation. Living in a house with four women, and being over 50, I have researched moisturizers, sunscreens, and other other the counter skin … Continue reading
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