u/autonoma_2042

Work requires MS Authenticator use on a smartphone for 2FA. I'm looking for a device that can run off the laptop's USB port or USB Hub and won't swell over time (i.e., stays plugged in 24/7). Internet is via WiFi.

Some considerations:

• Pixel 7a (used)
• Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
• Pixel 8
• Samsung Galaxy S25
• Asus Zenfone 10
• Galaxy XCover7 Pro

Are there any other phones or possibilities that would work for around $200 CAD?

Hi there!

https://shufflenblues.com

This July 24th to 26th, the non-profit BConnected Arts Society is hosting three of Vancouver's finest Blues bands, three incredible Blues deejays, and two world-renown Blues partner dance instructors.

If you enjoy the sounds of Blue Moon Marquee, Jontavious Willis, Otis Spann, Sonny Boy Williamson, or Big Walter Horton you'll love our event.

Friday night opens with an intro partner dance lesson followed by two days of workshops and evening dances. Tickets are à la carte. Our funding goals are at:

https://shufflenblues.com/expenses

The regular attendees are kind, friendly, of all ages, and courteous to newcomers. Join us and make some new friends!

http://autonoma.ca/calculators/rocket/antimatter/

Given a distance, an allowable time to reach that distance, a payload to send, and an expected exhaust velocity, how would you calculate the time required to convert energy into antimatter fuel and how much antimatter needed to arrive at the destination (starting from the Moon)?

There are a few side calculations, such as the size of the radiator, estimated footprint of the fusion reactor itself, and how much metamaterial is needed. This is to help figure out timelines for a sci-fi novel, so ballpark answers are completely fine.

The calculations yield what appear to be values around the correct order of magnitude. Would be delighted to have insights, comments, and corrections.

Hey Nice People!

https://shufflenblues.com

The July 24th, 2026 weekend, a non-profit society is hosting a triple-header of live, local Blues bands. Friday night opens with an intro partner dance lesson before the band begins. Then two days of workshops with evening dances to extraordinarily talented local Vancouver Blues musicians. Tickets are à la carte. Ride sharing will be posted soon. See our previous events at:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558260095218&sk=reels_tab

The regular attendees are kind, friendly, of all ages, and courteous to beginner dancers.

Hi all!

I'm an organizer for a non-profit event, Shuffle 'n' Blues. This subreddit often has posts about meeting people, making friends, building social networks, where to go, what to do, finding hobbies, etc.

On the July 24th weekend, two renown instructors will be teaching Blues partner dancing near the PNE in Vancouver. See showcase at:

https://shufflenblues.com/

I've been offered floor space near Howe and Helmcken to teach and host Blues dances on the 3rd Monday of every month. Fits about 20. If at least five leads and five follows will commit to May 18, June 15, and July 20, I'll help get you up to speed on Blues dancing fundamentals in advance of the weekend workshop.

The second Saturday of each month, Some Blues Thing has beginner lessons and a night of social dancing:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1265687362317207

The workshop weekend will have two days of instructions plus three nights of dancing to live Blues music and some of Vancouver's finest Blues deejays. Various event passes for three evenings are à la carte:

https://shufflenblues.com/tickets/

DM me directly, SVP, if interested, on or before May the 4th (be with you).