u/CockroachLatte

First of all, let me say what a nightmare the HomePod was. HomePods sound great, but the glitches are terrible: constant connectivity losses and eARC disconnects every week. Every update Apple makes makes it worse, and I just lost my HomePod to the ghost touch issue that affects millions of users worldwide because Apple used a faulty panel in a $400 device.

Since I was so used to the HomePod, I bought two or three soundbars and used them for a week, but that punch the HomePod had wasn't there. I didn't enjoy watching TV anymore, so I ended up returning them.
While casually browsing the Sonos site, I saw the Beam Ultra pre-order. I looked at the specs and ordered it.

Let me tell you, this thing is a beast. Movies and music pack so much punch, the dialogue is clean, and it sounds pretty much identical to the HomePod, though the HomePod still sounded different somehow. The Sonos app is great, but the user experience could be better. The unboxing experience is Apple-level. Overall, I am keeping this, and screw Apple for ruining a $400 speaker.

And what is the height-level setting should be ? Currently at 2

I was trying to open my 2nd-gen HomePod to disconnect the touch panel using a T6 screwdriver, but I stripped one of the inner screws from applying too much pressure.

Since I couldn't get it open, as a last resort I decided to update to HomePodOS 27. To my surprise, the ghost touch issue was completely resolved!

The random playback and volume changes haven't happened once since updating, even overnight.

Sony’s anti-consumer decision to move away from disc-based games, while cherry-picking data and pretending most people prefer digital, is nothing but pure corporate greed. They think they can get away with anything because Xbox is basically dead, PC gaming is too expensive for a lot of people, and there’s barely any real competition left. That’s exactly why Sony feels like it can do whatever it wants.
Here are some ways you can protest this abomination:

• Cancel your PS Plus subscription.

• Cancel any pre-orders.

• Cancel your ticket for the new Spider-Man movie. (This one hurts, but I just canceled 5 tickets.)

• Play through your backlog and only buy physical games from now on.

• Reply middle fingers to their social media whenever you can.

Don’t forget what they did. Sony has basically gone silent on social media. They used to post every day, but now they’re waiting for the storm to pass so people forget. Don’t let them get away with it.

Don’t give these greedy morons a single penny, or they’ll turn into Microsoft and Nintendo. Totally ignoring their fan base and pure evil.

100% support the cause and the movement.
When the party started growing, I was excited and hopeful. It felt like a real chance to challenge the system and bring change. But over time, I have become disappointed with the leadership.

When people slapped the leader, his response made it seem like it was not a big deal. A leader does not need to react with anger, but they should show strength and make it clear that such behavior is unacceptable. Ignoring it sends the wrong message.

To be honest, He is also not a very strong speaker. A revolution needs someone who can inspire people and communicate the message clearly. He should improve his public speaking, or the movement should consider making someone else the face of the revolution.

India has reached a point where peaceful protests alone are often ignored by those in power. Many leaders no longer seem concerned about what ordinary people think, even when large numbers come out to protest.
I believe protests should always stay peaceful. Violence only hurts the cause. But peaceful does not mean weak, passive, or endlessly patient. Real change comes from strong public pressure, determination, organization, and refusing to be ignored.

People are frustrated because corruption continues, promises are broken, and ordinary citizens keep struggling while those in power face little accountability.
The cause is important. The people are ready. What the movement needs now is stronger leadership, better communication, and a tougher strategy.

I 100% support the cause and the movement.
When the party started growing, I was excited and hopeful. It felt like a real chance to challenge the system and bring change. But over time, I have become disappointed with the leadership.

When people slapped the leader, his response made it seem like it was not a big deal. A leader does not need to react with anger, but they should show strength and make it clear that such behavior is unacceptable. Ignoring it sends the wrong message.

To be honest, He is also not a very strong speaker. A revolution needs someone who can inspire people and communicate the message clearly. He should improve his public speaking, or the movement should consider making someone else the face of the revolution.

India has reached a point where peaceful protests alone are often ignored by those in power. Many leaders no longer seem concerned about what ordinary people think, even when large numbers come out to protest.
I believe protests should always stay peaceful. Violence only hurts the cause. But peaceful does not mean weak, passive, or endlessly patient. Real change comes from strong public pressure, determination, organization, and refusing to be ignored.

People are frustrated because corruption continues, promises are broken, and ordinary citizens keep struggling while those in power face little accountability.
The cause is important. The people are ready. What the movement needs now is stronger leadership, better communication, and a tougher strategy.

I don’t like supernatural ghost horror which has jump scares, Smile 2 was 99% jump scares and I didn’t like that movie to the core. Is obsession same ? does it have ghost or supernatural element to it ? I want to watch it so bad but want to make this clear.

Update. - I watched movie. Loved it so much. have few really good jump scares, I was expecting it, they are really well placed and executed. Guy next to me almost fell from the seat. The actress really nailed the character and I think we will be watching more of her. it’s not supernatural ghost type of horror as most of you said. I’d say it’s psychological thriller type of horror. A must watch.