The "end game" is not a device but realizing you're fine with the ones you already have

So I read some people talking about "end game" devices all the time but in my experience it only comes when you stop buying devices (or any other stuff) to fill emotional emptiness and realize some of the ones you bought perfectly fill your needs already.

In my experience I bought (way too) many devices but honestly I could survive just with just 3 of them:

  • RP5: for 3D games (PSP, and 16:9 widescreen hacks for N64, PSX, DC, PS2, GC & Wii)
  • RG406V: for 2D games (mostly 4:3 or 1:1 content)
  • RG34XXSP: as a portable device (RG35XXH or any other small Linux handheld could work here)

Not regretting a few others like the TSP or the CubeXX, but honestly they don't bring anything else the other ones do already. Are there newer or more powerful devices than the RP5 or the RG406V? Obviously. Do I need to purchase them or doing so will change anything? Definitely not.

Not pretending to convince anyone or anything, but filling my time with productive stuff and appreciating my devices I like the most is what eventually stopped making me purchase new ones. Right now I'd just buy a white RG DS Plus (if there was a white variant) as the ones I have don't cover NDS, but that's it.

Cheers

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u/koken_halliwell — 10 days ago

My Lab Tamagotchi screen size is ridiculous

To make it worse they added a huge crowded wallpaper around the screen in a lame attempt to fool the eye.

Right pic is how it should be done.

EDIT: here with the logo https://ibb.co/jkQV4T5N (I can't edit the post picture anymore).

u/koken_halliwell — 12 days ago
▲ 340 r/Windows11+1 crossposts

What to expect from Windows 11 in 2027?

So 2026 was a good year for Windows 11 (finally). What do you think/know that will arrive on 2027?

I hope they keep debloating the OS and adding new features (features the community wants, not Microsoft wants......). And it would be about time to fully move the OS to WinUI 3 too.

u/Wild_Carpenter_1951 — 10 days ago
▲ 208 r/Windows11

Windows 11 isn't perfect but never had any issues with it

No crashes, freezings or whatsoever. Also updates everytime take less time to install (finally). Those who complain are probably those who use ancient hardware, haven't formatted since 1995 and/or install unnoficial community patches, scripts etc.

Just use a modern PC, do a fresh install, install only paid and opensource software (especially from the Microsoft Store when available) and you won't have any issues. And don't use mods, debloat patches/scripts, cracks, etc. Personally the only "tweak" I use is manually disabling the telemetry service. Also moved from MS Office Jack Sparrow Edition to LibreOffice and couldn't be any happier (stopped using untrusted apps in general).

What I still would like for Windows:

  • Keep reducing unused/useless services. Especially the Home edition should be as lighter as possible and not bloated with stuff the home user will never use
  • Drastically reduce the size of the whole install and fix apps leaving trash on the OS/registry when you unistall them (these 2 are mandatory)
  • Finish to blend the old UI with the new one (I don't get why it's taking them SO many years)
  • Another purge on the Microsoft Store to remove useless apps (they did a huge one years ago but it still needs another one IMO)
  • Improve Windows Defender because in my experience it's very useless compared to most antivirus (I switched to another one actually)
  • Improve it's baseline security (it gives too many permissions by default unless you change that)
  • DON'T go back on forcing users on buying the 365 crap, paid Copilot, etc.
  • The taskbar feels way too cluttered and uneven when using centered layout IMO. Personally I'd like the taskbar clock/date to be on the left followed by the widgets button when using the centered layout.
  • Cooler animations would be great

And again, for those who complain:

  1. Don't expect Windows to magically work perfect on a relic PC
  2. Do a fresh install (especially if you installed untrusted apps).
  3. Do NOT use community patches, github scripts, pirated apps, etc
  4. Stop blaming the OS for the other 3.
u/koken_halliwell — 16 days ago

Is the Paradise repetitive or it is just me?

So I was loving it but after you get to level 10 it kinda feels the same all the time: raise a new Tama, make it have descendance (or get a new egg) and start all over again 😅

Am I missing something or is that just it? what would be the least repetitive from all the Tamagotchis you've tried?

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u/koken_halliwell — 25 days ago

Are you excited about the Tamagotchi ring?

Personally I would've preferred a new "real" full size Tamagotchi rather than this. What would you prefer?

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u/koken_halliwell — 2 months ago

What's your opinion on Googlebooks launch price?

I read minimum launch price is 700€ which is a lot. Not sure what makes Google think people would pay 700€ for a Googlebook instead of going for a Macbook Neo for the same price.

What's your opinion about this? Not sure if I'm missing something :S

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u/koken_halliwell — 2 months ago

How to delete Nexomon account?

Hi,

I have an account that I registered ages ago and I want to delete it but I can't find the way to do so from the 2 games I just downloaded right now to delete it.

What's the process to delete your cloud account?

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u/koken_halliwell — 2 months ago

Are you experiencing any error when updating your Chromebook?

Since a few months ago when I try to update it I get error messages.

If I keep repeating it ends up updating but not sure if it's something going on on the Google servers or it's just my Chromebook (I'm considering reinstalling from USB).

Is your Chromebook updating with no issues?

EDIT: I fully flashed from USB this afternoon. Not a big deal as everything gets reinstalled by itself once you log with your account. It failed once when upgrading to 151 but it did it with no issues in the next intent.

Device: Acer Spin 513 Snapdragon 7c 8GB

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u/koken_halliwell — 2 months ago
▲ 8 r/8bitdo

Is the 8bitdo Pro 3 more comfy than the Ultimate2?

So I bought an Ultimate 2 which will probably end up returning as it even hurts my hands. I'm looking for a comfy controller with a charging dock and I'm considering the Pro 3.

- How comfy is it?

- Is the loud face buttons issue THAD bad?

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u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago

Your Chromebook won't migrate to AluminiumOS. What would/will you do?

A) Keep using my Chromebook

B) Buying a Googlebook

C) Getting a MacBook

D) Getting a Windows laptop

E) Install Linux on a laptop/your Chromebook

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u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago

Harry Potter 1-4 or 5-7?

Which one do you prefer and why?

BTW once you finish the main story in 5-7, does Hogwarts get back to normal state or it stays destroyed like in the last episodes?

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u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago

Symmetrical controllers with charging dock?

Hey guys!

The offer of symmetrical controllers that include a charging dock/base is practically null right? Anything else besides the 8bitdo Pro 3?

I recently bought an Ultimate 2 which I'll probably return because the ergonomics aren't good (and I hate that because I love everyhing else).

I'm looking for a controller that has/is:

  • Symmetrical
  • Wireless
  • PC compatible with Xinput (A/X on left, B/Y on right)
  • Triggers stop switch (I never play racing games)
  • Silent buttons
  • Charging dock (I could sacrifice that if I find a good controller)
  • Price = up to 50 or 60€

I was considering:

  • 8Bitdo Pro 3 (I read it has very noisy front buttons, not sure about the comfort)
  • Gulikit TT Pro (not sure if ABXY go into Xbox mode when connected to a PC or they stay on Switch mode, could anyone confirm please?)
  • Gulikit TT Max (ABXY can be swapped via shortcut, more expensive than Pro and I prefer the Pro grey color variant)
  • Leadjoy Saber Plus (seems perfect except no charging dock and some people complain about the dpad)

Any advice? Thanks!

EDIT: I just received my Gulikit Elves 2 and I love it. It would be the perfect 3D controller to me if it had the dpad on top on this case haha as sticks are in a lower position that would be in a dualshock but I love this tiny device. I'll still purchase a bigger controller though so glad to see your recommendations.

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u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago

We use to talk about the main characters a lot but random characters on these series were hilarious

Teachers, school directors, judges, friends, employees, mothers, sisters, relatives, they were all so funny. What are your fav ones?

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u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago
▲ 0 r/Thief

These sagas would sell so much better if they would allow third person camera

Lots of us hate first person view and even get dizzy with. Also personally it makes stealth so much harder. Not talking about removing first person camera (personally I'd just remove it but I understand some may like it) but allowing third camera view too.

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u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago

[Windows]: Do you use the installer or Microsoft Store version?

The MS one isn't free but personally I like installing apps using the store as they get updated automatically and they're usually sandboxed so safer. Updates take more time to arrive though.

Which one do you use?

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u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago
▲ 3 r/WACUP

Wacup 100% safe?

So I loved Winamp, and just noticed the Wacup installer triggers Windows 11 SmartScreen warning screen + virustotal says about the installer: Trapmine Malicious.moderate.ml.score ZillyaDownloader.Minix.Win32.2605

I guess that's normal? I'm very paranoid with security and I want to make sure it's 100% safe (downloaded from https://getwacup.com/)

BTW I know about this https://getwacup.com/false_positives.html just wanted to know about people's experiences.

u/koken_halliwell — 3 months ago