#Smartphone constantly restarting

[somethingimworkingon]

How to save your brain from being eaten by AI (maybe): keep a sketchbook

At the beginning of May I started bookmarking photographers who are using AI in interesting ways, to add to my Instagram collection of digital art references (#artdirectionneversleeps). Later that month I did my own first experiments using NightCafe to visualise ideas for a client. It was entertaining and frustrating, partly because of my lack of prompt skills, and partly because the "styles" you could apply to your "artwork" looked exactly like bad fantasy art from the 1980s.

However, by June, photographers I was working with were using Midjourney to conceptualise setups – still with a bit of that tacky SciFi book cover feel, but it was proving genuinely useful to talk about how sets might be designed, for instance. By July, I was seeing film directors use AI for pitching storyboards, and my lovely students at Condé Nast College of Fashion and Design using it for presentation mock-ups.

That's just three months. From AI being a "what?" to becoming a completely logical, natural part of the image-making process, for at least some parts of the creative industries. The speed of change is head-spinning. And this is just the beginning.

Meanwhile, also in May, I was teaching at CNC on a really fun module about Brand Identity Design. Part of this involved the students keeping a sketchbook, to explore and develop their ideas. One of my lectures was about WHY people keep sketchbooks, and I illustrated several points with quotes from designers, architects and artists, and pages from my own sketchbooks from waaaaay back in the day.

Because WBITD, when I was an art student, I kept sketchbooks constantly. Not only was it a course requirement, for me it was also a way to stave off boredom and depression: it's hard to think negative thoughts when your brain is absorbed in analysing the curves of a hand or a coffee cup or a flower. When my best friend and I used to Interrail around Italy, I would draw our cafe tables and the local streets, and we'd get rewarded with extra drinks and desserts by kindly waiters.

Somewhere around the mid 90s I gave up sketching, partly because life got more hectic, and partly because smartphones got invented. When Emma and I started the BID course this summer, it had been a very long time indeed since I cracked open a sketchbook. And, erm, even though I did buy one – a lovely, spiral-bound, hard covered book with wonderful heavyweight paper, from Seawhite of Brighton – it took me another few months to start using it.

Two things pushed me into finally starting: firstly, it's #drawugst and I thought I should try a drawing a day, every day, during August. I started on Tuesday, August 1st, with a graphite pencil sketch of my aloe plant. I did it in semi-darkness, around 9pm, and my hand-eye coordination felt a but rusty, but following the heavy curves of the plant was satisfying.

On Wednesday I drew fallen agapanthus blossoms, playing with coloured marker pens (of which I have a ridiculously huge collection, almost never used). This was a reminder of the importance of not trying to control the end result while you're sketching. Because you just can't.

Yesterday evening I scribbled our messy after-dinner table. I used the graphite pencil, a Koh-I-Noor Hardtmuth charcoal pencil, and an Edding 1225 calligraphy pen – and blackberries. The fruit, not the redundant communication device. Blackberry juice is a fabulous art material – it gives this beautiful purple inky result, and it's such a pleasure to smear all over the paper. I'd picked the berries earlier this evening on Wormwood Scrubs, just to add to the satisfaction of the whole experience. (And this morning I made almond milk smoothies with the rest of them.)

The other thing which made me finally restart a sketchbook after all this time is AI. I can see that it is just going to get bigger, more powerful, and more indispensable in my industry. I'm not going to worry about losing my job to a bot (I don't have "a job", anyhow), but I am concerned about what it will do to our creativity.

When you use one tool extensively it starts to train your brain, you develop habits and shortcuts. It's one thing to have tricks for making the most of Photoshop, or to have routines when you set up an InDesign document. But when you're trying to generate ideas you need to keep an open mind. To look at things from different angles. To look again, look harder. Try wacky ideas. Draw with your food. Stick things onto the pages. Doodle. Take a line for a walk. Write notes to self. Be creative. Be messy. Be human.

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To add context to how little these electronics stand that heat, I left my smartphone in a tent last summer and it completely ruined the phone. Like it's completely gone because the heat did such extensive damage that it can't read it's own battery levels or power on anymore. It was not very hot out that day, but inside the tent it was very hot.

This is similar to a car. Cars also get much hotter inside than outside. It can be a nice, mildly warm day outside and the inside of your car can be oven hot. Any phone-like components inside of the car could also be damaged beyond repair, where they will slowly degrade from a literal nothing nuisance to being completely destroyed. Designing a car with a touch screen like this is inevitably going to end up being phone-like, and not very heat resistant. A hot enough day not in the shade will literally be enough to cut your car's lifespan to the next 2 months before it's computers literally will not work anymore, and up until that point it's just progressively getting harder and harder to use.

With my phone, it started with clicks down on the volume buttons every once or twice in a day which turned into aggressively always turning down the volume all the way, which then turned into repeatedly getting stuck in Safe Mode (because my charger would initiate restarts so it would get opportunities to put itself back into safe mode) and not leaving safe mode for anywhere between 5 minutes and a week, to not being able to read it's own battery percentage or power on, to finally just being completely gone now.

Imagine what heat could do to your CAR. Imagine your gas gauge going out like my volume button, or your speedometer. And that's just the systems you can technically be okay without - you can use google maps as a speedometer after all - imagine a car where the steering wheel was connected to a computer, the same computer the touch screen is connected to, and now your steering wheel isn't registering inputs (or giving false ones!) Imagine that with your pedals! And because of how this heat damage works - which is, slowly - you're gonna be on the road when it goes from your steering wheel taking you slightly off center from your lane to making sudden turns and not responding to your inputs to try to correct these veers. If you couldn't start your car because you overheated the computer and that was it, then touch screens would still be a bad idea but it wouldn't be half as bad as the slow death, where you'll be in danger whenever you drive that car because it's just degrading constantly as the damage from the heat keeps getting worse, all the while people who have never been through an overheat saga with a phone or anything else before will tell everyone that the damage wasn't that bad. Yeah this thing is annoying but it'll go back to normal eventually and it's hardly an issue as it stands. They'll drive with false assurance that it wasn't that bad but it was.

Touch screens on your cars are such a bad idea. Overheating is not what most people think it is when it comes to electronics like this. It's such a slow process, that just suddenly gets so much worse, that if these screens are connected to anything that controls the car at all, then they're going to get somebody killed. And they're thinking about putting that risk into the most famously hot place in the modern world.

Touchscreens do not belong in cars

[sakhshimandal]

Top Benefits of Using Inverter Technology in Your Air Conditioning System

With rising temperatures and increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions, more homeowners and businesses are turning to inverter air conditioning systems. Traditional air conditioners, while effective, often consume more electricity and deliver uneven cooling. In contrast, air conditioning inverter technology is transforming the way we cool our homes and offices—offering smarter, quieter, and more sustainable climate control.

But what exactly is inverter technology, and why is it gaining popularity across the globe? In this article, we explore the top benefits of using inverter technology in your air conditioning system and why making the switch could be one of the smartest decisions for your comfort and wallet.

1. Greater Energy Efficiency

The most significant advantage of inverter technology is its ability to reduce energy consumption. Unlike conventional ACs that operate at a fixed speed—constantly switching on and off—inverter ACs adjust compressor speed based on the room’s cooling needs. When the desired temperature is reached, the inverter AC slows down instead of shutting off.

This means less power usage, more consistent cooling, and fewer spikes in electricity bills. Over time, the savings on energy costs can easily offset the higher upfront investment in an inverter model.

2. Faster Cooling Performance

Inverter air conditioners are capable of reaching the desired room temperature much faster than traditional units. When first powered on, the compressor runs at higher speeds to quickly cool the space. Once the temperature is stabilized, it then reduces its speed to maintain the set level efficiently.

This rapid response is especially useful during extremely hot weather when you want to cool your home or office quickly without waiting for the system to catch up.

3. Quieter Operation

One of the often-overlooked benefits of an air conditioning inverter is how quietly it operates. Traditional systems frequently cycle on and off, creating noticeable noise each time the compressor restarts. Inverter models, however, run at a consistent low speed once the set temperature is reached, significantly reducing noise levels.

This makes inverter ACs ideal for bedrooms, study areas, offices, or any other space where silence is golden.

4. Longer Lifespan and Durability

Because inverter air conditioners avoid constant stop-start cycles and operate more smoothly, they experience less wear and tear on internal components, particularly the compressor. This enhances the overall lifespan of the unit, resulting in fewer breakdowns and reduced maintenance costs over time.

With proper care and timely servicing, an inverter AC can outlast its non-inverter counterparts while maintaining peak performance.

5. Consistent and Precise Temperature Control

Inverter technology ensures that the indoor temperature remains steady and comfortable without the frequent temperature fluctuations often experienced with traditional systems. The AC adapts its output based on room conditions, providing precise and even cooling.

This not only increases comfort but also helps avoid overcooling or overheating, which is especially beneficial for environments where sensitive equipment or health conditions require stable temperatures.

6. Environmentally Friendly Choice

With a growing focus on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints, inverter air conditioners stand out as a greener option. Their lower energy consumption directly translates to reduced greenhouse gas emissions, especially when paired with eco-friendly refrigerants like R32 or R410A.

For environmentally conscious consumers and businesses, investing in an inverter AC supports long-term energy conservation goals.

7. Smart Technology Integration

Many modern inverter ACs are compatible with smart home systems, allowing users to control settings remotely via smartphone apps or voice assistants. This convenience not only enhances user experience but also supports better energy management through programmable schedules and remote diagnostics.

Conclusion

Switching to an air conditioning inverter system offers a wealth of benefits—from substantial energy savings and faster cooling to quieter operation and environmental friendliness. While the initial investment may be slightly higher than a traditional AC, the long-term value is undeniable.

As energy costs continue to rise and sustainability becomes a top priority, inverter technology is no longer a luxury—it’s the future of cooling. Whether you're upgrading your home or designing a new workspace, choosing an inverter air conditioner is a step toward smarter, more efficient living.

[rj17indemy]

Battery Draining Fast? 5 Expert Fixes to Try Before Replacing It

Your smartphone is your daily companion—used for communication, entertainment, payments, and everything in between. But nothing is more frustrating than a phone that can’t keep up, especially when the battery starts draining faster than usual. You plug it in at 100%, and a few hours later, you’re searching for a charger again.

Before you rush to replace your phone battery or consider buying a new device altogether, here are 5 expert fixes you should try. These practical tips can often improve battery life significantly—no tools required.

1. Spot and Manage Battery-Hungry Apps

The first step to fixing battery drain is understanding what’s causing it. Most smartphones allow you to view detailed battery usage statistics. Head to your settings and check the “Battery” or “Power Usage” section. You’ll often see social media apps (like Instagram or Facebook), games, or even system apps consuming more battery than they should.

If an app is using too much power, try these steps:

Limit its background activity.

Turn off notifications and background refresh.

Uninstall and reinstall it, or switch to a lighter alternative.

Even popular apps can be poorly optimized and hog battery without you realizing it.

2. Control Background Activity and Auto Sync

One of the most common yet overlooked causes of rapid battery drain is background app activity. Apps are constantly syncing, refreshing feeds, checking for emails, or downloading updates. While convenient, it takes a toll on your battery.

Here’s what you can do:

Disable background refresh for non-essential apps.

Turn off auto-sync for email accounts, Google Drive, or cloud backups.

Use the “Battery Saver” or “Low Power Mode” to automatically manage background apps.

This will dramatically reduce unnecessary processes and help your phone last longer throughout the day.

3. Optimize Display Settings

Your phone’s display is one of the biggest battery consumers. High brightness, long screen-on time, and vibrant visuals may look great—but they eat up power fast.

Try these display tweaks:

Reduce brightness manually or enable auto-brightness.

Shorten the screen timeout setting to 30 seconds or 1 minute.

Enable Dark Mode, especially on OLED screens, to reduce battery usage.

Use static wallpapers instead of live or animated ones.

These small adjustments go a long way in extending your battery life daily.

4. Disable Unused Connectivity Features

Smartphones come packed with features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, mobile data, and NFC. But when left on unnecessarily, these features constantly search for signals, draining your battery quietly in the background.

Here’s how to manage them:

Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not in use.

Disable location services for apps that don’t need them.

Turn on Airplane Mode in low signal areas to prevent your phone from constantly searching for a network.

Avoid leaving multiple SIMs active unless required.

Proactively managing connectivity settings can help you squeeze extra hours from your battery.

5. Update Software and Reboot Regularly

Sometimes, the issue lies not in hardware but in software bugs. App glitches, memory leaks, or system bugs can cause excessive power consumption. Always make sure your device’s software and apps are up to date.

Also, remember to:

Restart your phone at least once a week.

Clear cache from heavy apps like Chrome or Facebook.

Reset app preferences if something seems off.

A fresh restart can help kill background processes and refresh system resources—improving performance and reducing battery strain.

Conclusion: Don’t Rush to Replace—Try These Fixes First

While battery problems can be frustrating, replacing your battery isn’t always the first or only solution. These expert-backed tips can fix most common causes of battery drain and breathe new life into your smartphone. From reducing background activity to optimizing your screen and disabling unused features, a few smart habits can go a long way.

But if you’ve tried all these steps and your battery is still performing poorly, it may be time for a replacement.

Visit GoFix – your trusted mobile repair shop offering professional battery replacements, screen repairs, and all types of smartphone servicing. We use only genuine parts and provide quick, affordable solutions to get your phone working like new again.

[edisonjohn]

Ticketmaster Error Code U226: Causes, Fixes, and Preventive Tips

Ticketmaster is the go-to platform for millions of people purchasing event tickets—from concerts and festivals to sports and theater shows. However, encountering issues during checkout can be frustrating, especially when you're trying to secure high-demand tickets. One common and often confusing problem users report is Ticketmaster Error Code U226. If you've seen error code: U226 flash across your screen, you're not alone. In this guide, we'll break down everything you need to know about this error—why it appears, how to fix it, and how to avoid it in the future.

What Is Ticketmaster Error Code U226?

Error Code U226 is a security-related error on Ticketmaster that typically occurs when the system suspects that your activity may be automated or suspicious. It’s essentially a protective response from Ticketmaster’s fraud detection algorithms. If you encounter error code U226, it means your access to purchasing tickets has been temporarily restricted.

Why Does Error Code: U226 Occur?

The main causes of this error include:

Rapid clicking or refreshing the page

Using browser extensions or VPNs

Multiple tabs open on Ticketmaster simultaneously

Automated scripts or bot-like activity

Excessive failed login or payment attempts

Ticketmaster's system is designed to protect fans from scalpers and bots, which unfortunately means that even regular users can sometimes trigger this error.

Common Scenarios Where You Might See Error Code U226

Understanding the context in which the Ticketmaster error code U226 occurs can help you avoid it. Here are some scenarios:

1. Trying to Purchase High-Demand Tickets

When a popular event goes on sale, thousands of users flood the Ticketmaster website. In such high-traffic moments, even legitimate fans may appear suspicious to Ticketmaster’s algorithms, especially if they’re refreshing constantly.

2. Logging In From Multiple Devices

If you’re logged into Ticketmaster on your phone, laptop, and tablet all at once, you increase the risk of getting flagged for suspicious behavior.

3. Using Automation Tools

Some users attempt to use browser automation tools or bots to improve their chances of getting tickets. Ticketmaster is particularly sensitive to this and will issue error code U226 to block the activity.

4. Use of VPNs or Proxies

VPNs mask your IP address, but they can also trigger fraud protection systems. If you’re on a VPN, Ticketmaster may see it as an attempt to bypass regional or security restrictions.

How to Fix Ticketmaster Error Code U226

Fortunately, there are several ways to fix error code: U226 and get back to purchasing your tickets.

1. Stop All Activity Immediately

Once the error appears, stop refreshing, clicking, or navigating. Take a break for about 10–30 minutes to avoid prolonging the temporary block.

2. Clear Browser Cookies and Cache

Cached files and cookies can store data that triggers the same error again. Here’s how to fix it:

Go to your browser settings

Clear browsing data (cookies, cache, and history)

Close and reopen your browser

Try accessing Ticketmaster again

3. Disable Extensions and VPNs

Ad blockers, script blockers, or VPN tools can interfere with how Ticketmaster interprets your behavior. Disable all extensions and VPNs, then refresh the page.

4. Use a Different Browser or Device

Switching to a new browser (e.g., from Chrome to Firefox) or using a different device (like your smartphone instead of your laptop) may bypass the error.

5. Reset Your Network

Restart your router or use a different internet connection. Sometimes your IP address is temporarily flagged—changing it can help.

Preventing Future Error Code U226 Incidents

Avoiding the Ticketmaster error code U226 in the future requires understanding best practices for using the platform.

1. Avoid Over-Refreshing

While it’s tempting to refresh repeatedly when tickets are about to go on sale, limit your refreshes. Let the page load fully before trying again.

2. Stick to One Tab and One Device

Only use one tab and one device when trying to buy tickets. Multiple sessions from the same account are likely to be flagged.

3. Don’t Use Bots or Scripts

Ticketmaster actively fights automated ticket-buying tools. If you’re using browser automation, you will almost certainly trigger U226.

4. Stay Logged In Before the Sale

Log into your Ticketmaster account 10–15 minutes before the sale and keep your information ready (billing, payment, etc.) to speed up checkout without erratic behavior.

5. Avoid Public Wi-Fi

Public networks can make your activity look suspicious. Stick to trusted home or mobile networks.

When to Contact Ticketmaster Support

If none of the above solutions work, and you keep getting error code: U226, you may need to reach out to Ticketmaster’s customer support.

Steps to Contact Support:

Go to Ticketmaster Help

Click on "Contact Us"

Use the live chat option or request email assistance

Provide the full error message, browser used, and what you were trying to do when it occurred

Ticketmaster can sometimes manually lift a restriction, especially if it’s affecting your ability to access a time-sensitive ticket sale.

FAQs About Ticketmaster Error Code U226

Q: How long does Ticketmaster Error U226 last? A: It can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours depending on the activity that triggered it.

Q: Can I get banned permanently because of U226? A: No. This is typically a temporary restriction. However, repeated violations could result in longer blocks.

Q: Is there a way to know if I’ve been flagged before trying to buy tickets? A: Unfortunately, Ticketmaster does not notify you beforehand. You’ll only know if an error like U226 appears during activity.

Final Thoughts: Stay Smart to Avoid U226

Getting hit with Ticketmaster error code U226 during a hot-ticket sale is frustrating, but understanding what causes it and how to avoid it can make a big difference. The key lies in being patient, using the platform responsibly, and avoiding behavior that mimics bots or scalpers. Whether you're chasing concert tickets or seats at the next big game, keeping your Ticketmaster activity clean and human-like is the best way to stay on the right side of their security systems.

[techaipost]

7 Common Mistakes People Make With Their Android & iOS Devices (And how to avoid them)

Our smartphones are packed with advanced technology, but that doesn’t make them invincible. In fact, the way you use your device every day could be quietly shortening its lifespan, reducing performance, and exposing your data to serious risks.

From bad charging habits to ignoring updates, these mistakes are more common than you think — but the good news is they’re easy to fix.

Let’s explore seven smartphone habits that could be doing more harm than good — and how to protect your device like a pro.

Ignoring Software and Security Updates

Skipping system and app updates may save a few minutes, but it puts your phone at risk. Updates don’t just add new features — they patch security vulnerabilities and fix bugs that could slow your device down or expose your data.

Enable automatic updates for your operating system and apps.

Manually check once a month for missed updates.

Always restart your phone after installing updates to ensure everything works properly.

Before major OS updates, back up your phone using Google Drive, iCloud, or a computer to prevent data loss if anything goes wrong.

Letting the Battery Drain to 0% (or Charging to 100% All the Time)

Constantly draining your battery to 0% or charging to 100% can reduce your battery’s health over time. Lithium-ion batteries degrade faster when pushed to extremes.

Try to keep your battery level between 20% and 80%.

Enable features like “Optimized Battery Charging” to slow charging near 100%.

Avoid overnight charging if your phone doesn’t manage battery health automatically.

Use slow or standard-speed charging when you’re not in a hurry — fast charging is convenient but can slightly raise heat levels, which wears down the battery.

Downloading Apps from Untrusted Sources

Installing apps from shady websites or unofficial app stores can expose your phone to malware, spyware, and ransomware — all of which can steal your data or damage your system.

Only install apps from the Google Play Store (Android) or Apple App Store (iOS).

Avoid sideloading apps unless you’re 100% sure they’re safe.

Check app permissions — apps asking for unnecessary access could be a red flag.

Use mobile antivirus tools or enable Google Play Protect to automatically scan apps for malicious behavior.

Using Your Phone Without a Case or Screen Protector

One accidental drop is all it takes to crack your screen or damage the camera lens — and repairs can be expensive. Going “naked” with your phone is a risky move.

Get a shock-absorbing case with raised edges to protect your phone from drops.

Apply a tempered glass screen protector to guard against scratches and cracks.

If you’re outdoors often, use a waterproof case or pouch for extra protection.

Make it a habit to clean under your case occasionally — trapped dust and debris can scratch your phone’s surface over time.

Using Public Wi-Fi Without Protection

Connecting to unsecured public Wi-Fi (like in cafés, airports, or hotels) without proper precautions can expose your sensitive data to hackers and snoopers.

Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) when accessing public Wi-Fi.

Avoid logging into banking apps or entering passwords on untrusted networks.

Disable auto-connect to public Wi-Fi in your settings.

Set your phone to ask before joining new Wi-Fi networks. This gives you control and avoids automatically connecting to unsafe hotspots.

Filling Your Phone with Unnecessary Apps and Files

When your phone is cluttered with too many apps, photos, and downloads, it can slow down performance, reduce available storage, and even cause apps to crash.

Regularly delete apps you don’t use.

Transfer photos and videos to cloud services like Google Photos, OneDrive, or iCloud.

Clean up download folders and browser caches monthly.

Enable storage optimization settings — on Android, look for “Smart Storage,” and on iOS, enable “Offload Unused Apps.”

Using the Wrong Charger

Using cheap or incompatible chargers can damage your phone’s battery or even cause short circuits. Not all cables and chargers are created equal.

Stick with your phone’s original charger or a certified third-party brand (like Anker, Belkin, or Aukey).

Avoid using random charging ports or unknown charging stations in public places.

If you use wireless chargers, make sure they meet your phone manufacturer’s standards to avoid slow or unsafe charging.

Source: https://www.techaipost.com/common-smartphone-mistakes/

[navemporiumblogs]

How to Maximize Battery Life on Your Smartphone: Top Tips for All-Day Power

Your smartphone is your constant companion—whether you're working, gaming, browsing, or staying connected with loved ones. But nothing kills the convenience faster than a dying battery at the worst possible moment. Fortunately, with a few smart habits and tweaks, you can extend your phone's battery life and make it through the day without reaching for a charger.

In this guide, we’ll explore simple, effective ways to maximize battery life on your smartphone, no matter what device you use. Whether you're on Android or iOS, these tips will help you conserve power, improve performance, and make your phone last longer.

Looking for reliable accessories to boost your phone’s battery and charging speed? Check out Nav Emporium, where tech meets convenience and affordability.

Why Battery Life Matters More Than Ever

Smartphones have evolved dramatically—with better displays, faster processors, and more powerful apps. But all that innovation comes at a cost: battery drain. A phone with poor battery life is frustrating and can leave you disconnected when it matters most.

By understanding how your phone uses power and making a few strategic adjustments, you can keep it running strong all day—and protect your battery’s long-term health.

1. Adjust Screen Brightness and Timeout Settings

The display is one of the biggest battery hogs on any smartphone. Keeping it at maximum brightness all the time drains power fast.

Quick Fixes:

Lower the brightness manually or enable auto-brightness to adjust based on lighting conditions.

Shorten screen timeout to turn off the display quickly when inactive.

Use dark mode if your phone has an OLED screen—it saves power by turning off black pixels.

🌓 Bonus Tip: Switch to minimal or static wallpapers instead of animated ones.

2. Turn Off Unused Features

Features like Bluetooth, GPS, and Wi-Fi are great—but only when you need them. If they’re constantly on in the background, they can waste energy.

Save Battery By:

Turning off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when not in use.

Disabling location services for apps that don’t need GPS.

Using Airplane Mode in low-signal areas where your phone works harder to stay connected.

📶 Tip: You can customize location permissions for each app in your settings to reduce background drain.

3. Manage Background App Activity

Many apps continue running in the background, updating content, sending notifications, or syncing data. This not only eats up battery life but can slow down your phone.

What You Can Do:

Limit background activity for non-essential apps.

Use Battery Saver Mode to restrict background processes automatically.

Close unused apps or restart your phone to clear RAM.

⚙️ On Android: Go to Settings > Battery > App usage. ⚙️ On iPhone: Go to Settings > Battery > Battery usage by app.

4. Keep Your Software Updated

Software updates don’t just bring new features—they often include battery optimizations and performance fixes.

Always keep your OS and apps updated to the latest versions.

Manufacturers regularly improve power management through system updates.

📲 Pro Tip: Enable automatic updates or check manually every few weeks.

5. Use Power-Saving Modes

Modern smartphones come with built-in battery saver or low power modes that adjust performance and background tasks to extend life when you’re running low.

Activate Battery Saver Mode at 20% or sooner if you know you’ll be away from a charger.

Some phones even offer extreme power-saving features that disable everything except calls and texts.

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6. Optimize Charging Habits

How and when you charge your phone can significantly impact battery health over time.

Best Practices:

Avoid full discharges—try to keep your battery between 20% and 80%.

Don’t leave your phone plugged in overnight regularly.

Use certified chargers and cables to avoid overheating or power spikes.

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7. Reduce Push Notifications and Vibration

Every notification your phone receives lights up the screen and vibrates—two major drains on battery.

Conserve Energy By:

Disabling push notifications for non-essential apps.

Switching from vibrate to silent mode when possible.

Using Do Not Disturb or Focus Mode to limit alerts during work or sleep.

🔕 You’ll also enjoy fewer distractions and improved focus!

8. Remove or Replace Battery-Hungry Apps

Not all apps are optimized for power efficiency. Some social media, games, or weather apps can drain your battery faster than you think.

Action Steps:

Monitor battery usage in settings and uninstall or replace power-hungry apps.

Use lite versions of popular apps—they use less data, storage, and power.

Try accessing services through your browser instead of downloading the app.

🔍 On Android or iOS, go to Settings > Battery > Usage by App to see what's draining your phone.

9. Use Battery Health Features

Some smartphones include battery health management tools that protect your phone's longevity.

Features Include:

Optimized Charging to slow charge once 80% is reached (available on iPhones and select Androids).

Adaptive battery usage based on your app behavior.

Battery usage history and health score for monitoring degradation.

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10. Carry a Portable Charger or Power Bank

Even with all these optimizations, sometimes you just need more power. A portable charger or power bank is a must-have for travel, work, or long days on the go.

Choose one with fast-charging and enough capacity (10,000mAh or more).

Consider compact or solar-powered options for outdoor use.

Look for models with multiple ports to charge multiple devices at once.

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Final Thoughts

Your smartphone is an essential part of your daily life—but it’s only useful if it stays powered. By following these battery-saving tips, optimizing your usage, and equipping yourself with smart charging accessories, you can extend battery life, reduce frustration, and get more out of your device every day.

Remember, keeping your battery healthy isn’t just about today’s charge—it’s about ensuring long-term performance and reliability.

✅ For high-quality phone accessories, chargers, and smart tech tools, explore Nav Emporium—where performance meets affordability.

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[shivlabs]

Benefits of Using React Native for Mobile Development

The increasing number of developers using the React Native technology has set the stage for the mobile app development business to see massive growth. More than 34,000 applications have been downloaded 42 billion times and used the framework components, according to data from Appbrain, indicating that the mobile app development market is flourishing. In terms of building mobile apps, the React Native framework has reached an impressive milestone.

Based on the results of the study, this cross-platform programming tool has the potential to replace more conventional approaches to creating apps. React Native is a great option to think about for future projects if you want to take advantage of the expanding market for react native app development.

Advantages of Building Mobile Apps using React Native

React Native is a framework that brings together the greatest parts of native and JavaScript programming.

1. The GitHub platform hosts React Native

The developer is free to use the React Native framework and library since it is open-source. Under the MIT license, you may get React Native from GitHub. 

Because it is open source, anybody may look at the code for React Native and contribute modifications or improvements. Because of this, developers may use pre-existing compatibility with the React Native framework when working with third-party components and technologies.

2. Alternative for speedy reloading

Developers may see real-time code modifications on the simulator or device with the help of React Native's integrated hot reloading functionality. It works by editing the code in place, keeping the program and its state intact without erasing or restarting it.

You may change the look and feel of the user interface and its components with hot reloading instead of constantly recompiling the program. Developers may launch apps directly from their code editor using React Native. You won't lose any data if you change the user interface, however.

3. Increased contentment for users

You can build code that controls execution using the framework since it relies on declarative language. An easy-to-understand and -use interface is provided by the pre-built declarative components of the frontend UI framework. Big brands in IT like Instagram, Facebook, and Microsoft Office use React Native to provide clients personalized solutions.

4. Coding objects

Experts of React Native app development services may save effort and prevent platform-specific code duplication by using the React Native framework. All systems are compatible with it since it utilizes JavaScript. Reduced development times and increased efficiency are possible thanks to this innovative code reuse feature. 

As an extra bonus, you can save money. It may also make app development easier with its user interface and open-source libraries. If you already have a React web project going, you may use its source to create a whole new mobile app.

5. Allows for more variety

Developers may easily pick up where they left off working on one another's code thanks to React Native's collaborative nature. This boosts the team's efficiency since it makes it easier for developers to update and modify smartphone applications.

6. Less workforce needed

The React Native framework has made it possible for a single project to run across several platforms. With this function, companies may be able to save resources (time and money) by not having to staff different teams for different platforms. The backend development of an application may be handled by a single team.

Some platform-specific improvements, nevertheless, may need a separate group. Overall, however, React Native is more effective at minimizing the need for human work. Managing a smaller team is a delight, and the app's extensible features are quite identical to their original form.

7. Assistance from non-library groups to libraries

With the help of the React Native framework, JavaScript developers can easily build mobile applications. Customers may need to be prepared to invest a lot of time and money into building their app from the ground up. Because there are so many third-party libraries for React Native, developers can easily add new features and functionality to their projects, which may speed up the development process.

While some libraries are created using JavaScript, others are device-specific native modules. These libraries aid programmers in avoiding web view components, which diminish the program's utility and slow it down.

Conclusion 

Since its release, React Native has seen substantial adoption and has swiftly become a favorite among developers of mobile apps. Everyone wins: developers get a well-structured framework, companies get profitable technology, and end users get a good solution. If you want your mobile app to be cross-platform compatible, React Native is your best option. Related Post:

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Flutter App Development: Unleashing the Power of Convenience and Compatibility

In the ever-evolving landscape of mobile app development, developers are constantly seeking tools that not only streamline the development process but also ensure maximum compatibility across diverse platforms. Flutter, a UI toolkit from Google, has emerged as a game-changer, offering unprecedented convenience and compatibility for app developers.

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1. Single Codebase, Multiple Platforms:

One of the standout features of Flutter is its ability to use a single codebase to create applications for both iOS and Android platforms. This means developers can write code once and deploy it across various devices, saving time and effort compared to maintaining separate codebases for different platforms.

2. Hot Reload:

Flutter's Hot Reload feature allows developers to see the effects of code changes in real-time, instantly reflecting modifications without restarting the entire application. This significantly accelerates the development process, fostering a more iterative and efficient workflow.

3. Rich Widget Library:

Flutter's extensive widget library simplifies the creation of complex UIs. With a wide array of pre-designed and customizable widgets, developers can build visually appealing and feature-rich applications without the need for third-party libraries.

4. Open Source Community:

The Flutter community is vibrant and ever-growing. The open-source nature of Flutter encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the creation of a myriad of plugins and packages, making it easier for developers to find solutions to common challenges.

The Compatibility Advantage

1. Consistent UI Across Platforms:

Flutter's unique rendering engine ensures a consistent and native-like user interface across different platforms. This helps in maintaining a unified brand identity and user experience, regardless of the device being used.

2. Access to Native Features:

Flutter enables developers to access native features of the device, ensuring that applications can take full advantage of platform-specific capabilities. This includes camera access, location services, and more, providing a seamless user experience.

3. Adaptability to Screen Sizes:

Flutter's responsive design philosophy allows applications to adapt effortlessly to various screen sizes and resolutions. Whether it's a smartphone, tablet, or desktop, Flutter apps maintain their visual appeal and functionality.

4. Platform-specific Customization:

While maintaining a single codebase, Flutter allows developers to customize the UI/UX for each platform. This ensures that the app feels native to each environment, adhering to platform-specific design guidelines and user expectations.

In conclusion, the convenience and compatibility offered by Flutter make it a preferred choice for developers looking to create high-quality, cross-platform applications. With its robust features, efficient development process, and commitment to delivering a native-like experience, Flutter is undeniably at the forefront of modern app development. Embrace the power of Flutter and unlock a world of possibilities for your next application project. Happy coding!

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Understanding the eSIM Revolution: A Digital Leap in Connectivity

In the rapidly evolving world of technology, innovations are constantly reshaping the way we interact with our devices and the digital landscape around us. One such revolutionary development is the eSIM, or embedded SIM card. The eSIM represents a paradigm shift in how we manage our mobile connectivity, offering a host of advantages over traditional physical SIM cards. In this article, we'll delve into the intricacies of eSIM technology, how it works, how to activate it, and its numerous benefits.

What is an eSIM?

An eSIM, short for embedded SIM, is a digital SIM card seamlessly integrated into the hardware of a device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch. Unlike the traditional physical SIM card, which requires physical insertion and removal, an eSIM is pre-programmed with your mobile operator's information and is permanently integrated into your device's architecture.

How Does eSIM Work?

The operation of an eSIM is a testament to its simplicity and efficiency. Instead of swapping physical SIM cards when changing operators or traveling internationally, users can activate an eSIM profile effortlessly. This is usually done by scanning a QR code or entering a code provided by their mobile operator.

Advantages of eSIMs

The adoption of eSIM technology has ushered in several notable advantages:

Flexibility: eSIMs allow users to switch between carriers and plans seamlessly, without the need to swap physical SIM cards. Multiple carrier profiles can be stored simultaneously, providing unparalleled flexibility.

Convenience: With eSIMs, there's no more fumbling with tiny SIM cards or worrying about losing them. New plans and carrier profiles can be activated remotely, eliminating the need for store visits or waiting for SIM cards in the mail.

Cost-effectiveness: For frequent travelers or those who switch between carriers, eSIMs are a cost-effective solution. Travelers can purchase local carrier plans on the fly, avoiding the hassles of swapping SIM cards or incurring hefty international roaming charges.

Security: eSIMs are inherently more secure than physical SIM cards. Their embedded nature makes them difficult to remove or duplicate, enhancing protection against fraudulent activities and unauthorized use.

Space-saving: Manufacturers can benefit from eSIMs by saving valuable space within their devices, allowing for sleeker, more compact designs without the need for a SIM card slot.

Activating Your eSIM

Activating an eSIM may vary slightly depending on your device and mobile operator. However, here are the general steps to guide you:

Check Compatibility: Ensure that your device and mobile operator support eSIM technology. Not all devices and carriers offer eSIM services.

Get an Activation Code: Your mobile carrier will provide you with an eSIM activation code, typically in the form of a QR code or numerical code.

Scan or Enter the Code: Depending on your device, you'll either scan the QR code or manually input the numerical code into your device's settings.

Follow On-screen Instructions: Your device will guide you through the activation process, including selecting an operator profile, confirming your plan details, and entering any necessary information.

Activate the eSIM: Once the activation process is complete, your eSIM will be ready for use. A device restart may be required for the changes to take effect.

eSIM-Supported Phones

While eSIM technology is gaining momentum, not all smartphones support it. Here's a list of popular eSIM-supported phones:

Apple iPhone 12, iPhone 11, iPhone SE, and later models

Google Pixel 3, Pixel 4, Pixel 5, and later models

Samsung Galaxy S21, Samsung Galaxy Fold, and others

Vivo X60 Pro Plus, Vivo V21 5G, and select models

Oppo Find X3 Pro, Oppo Reno5 Pro+ 5G, and more

Motorola Razr 2019, Razr 2020, and newer models

Microsoft Surface Duo

LG Wing, LG G7, and select models

Xiaomi Mi 11, Mi 10, and later models

Remember that eSIM availability can vary by carrier and location, so it's crucial to verify compatibility with your carrier and device manufacturer before making a purchase.

Embrace the Future with eSIMs

As we continue to embrace the digital age, eSIMs are poised to become the new standard in mobile connectivity. Their flexibility, convenience, and security benefits make them a game-changer in the way we manage our devices and stay connected. With eSIMs, the world is at your fingertips, and the future of mobile connectivity has never been brighter. Explore the possibilities and experience the digital revolution with eSIM technology.

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heated, m | jjk

pairing(s): jungkook x reader

summary: An (innocent?) conversation about D/s dynamics accidentally leads to you confessing that you think about your childhood best friend while getting off. To your childhood best friend, Jeon Jungkook. Erm. This is after he told you that you would be “an awful sub”, btw.

warnings: rated M (18+) for language, discussions about adult topics; reader is bisexual; smut (fem reader, dry humping, fingering, [tiny bit] m-receiving oral, penetrative sex); fluffy af; non-idol!AU; F2L; softdom!Jungkook x softbrat!reader; you kind of have a forearm kink and you never let Jungkook have his lovey-dovey moment, whoops

MMA 2020 ‘ON’ Jungkook? Yeah. That one.

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“I could never be a sub.”

You clicked rapidly as you spoke, mashing the right button on your mouse. It was quite loud, paired with your mechanical keyboard.

“Why not?”

The music coming from Jeon Jungkook’s smartphone was a rhythm game, nearly as loud as you, since he was grunting angrily at it. It was very obvious when he missed a beat.

“I can’t imagine that being me, you know?”

You, on the other hand, were on your computer, playing with the new items in League of Legends from the latest patch. Using the practice tool, you had loaded up your favorite champion, Jhin, the Virtuoso, and messed with various builds, trying to find the best combination. So far, Lethality was feeling pretty good.

“Like why would I ever let my pleasure be handled by someone else?” you mused, reading the high damage numbers of each shot. Oh, the fourth shot felt nice. “That sounds stupid.”

Jungkook rolled over on your bed, growling in his throat as the level ended. He restarted it, trying to get a better score. “Maybe people like to let go sometimes. You know, not always be in control.”

You snorted. “I could never trust someone else with my body.”

“You got an alien body or something?”

“Shut up, Jungkook.”

“No.”

“Fine.”

“Anyway,” Jungkook continued, ignoring your outburst. “I didn’t ask if you could be a sub, I just asked what you thought of domination and submission as a dynamic in general.”

You shrugged, trying to see if you could do Baron alone. Welp, you needed lifesteal, of course. “I mean, I’ve tried it in various situations. I was never the sub.”

“Kinky.”

“Shut up, Jungkook.”

“No.” Jungkook suddenly sat up, excited that he achieved a higher score. “Look, look. I got ninety-eight.”

You craned your head to look at his phone screen. “Why isn’t it one hundred? You’re a disgrace to this family.”

He bopped you on the nose with his phone. “If I was part of your family, your family would be even more dysfunctional than it is now.”

You rubbed your nose and looked up at him. “How much gel did you use in your hair? You look like a wet dog.”

Jungkook’s eyebrows went up and he touched his long black hair. “It’s not crunchy though.” He grabbed your hand and lowered his head, placing your palm on his slicked back hair. “See?”

You pulled your hand back, staring at your palm. “Still feels weird though. I call sorcery.”

He shrugged, creaking the black leather jacket he was wearing. He wore a black t-shirt under it. The black jeans he had been wearing were on your bed, swapped for the black joggers he kept at your place. You weren’t really sure why he left the jacket on. Maybe he was cold or something. It was pretty cold in your apartment. You were wearing fleece green pajamas with Pikachu all over them.

“You want me to turn the heat up?” you said, gesturing to his jacket.

Jungkook looked down at his chest. “Eh. It’s fine. Saves you money.”

You shrugged, getting up from your chair, leaving the League client open. “You’re only staying a little while, right? Party to go to and all that?”

Jungkook followed you as you left your room. “Told you it was cancelled, so I was just going to sleep over. No reason to go back home.”

You turned around, walking backwards. “When did you say it was cancelled?”

Jungkook raised his dark eyebrows. “Literally when I walked in your apartment.”

“Hah.”

You turned back around and went to your fridge, grabbing an aloe juice. Jungkook went to your water kettle, hunting for hot chocolate among your tea packets.

“You’d make an awful sub anyway,” Jungkook said, returning to the original subject as he filled the kettle with water from your filtered sink faucet. “Like, probably the fucking worst.”

You took a large swig and glared at him. “Alright, first of all, you wouldn’t even–”

“You’re terrible with authority.”

You paused. “Okay, true.”

“You’re angry, twenty-four, seven.”

You walked up to him and slapped him in his very hard pecs. He gestured at his chest, as if to indicate, exhibit A.

“And you’re super uptight.”

“I am not uptight.”

“Control freak.”

“That’s–”

Jungkook turned around and placed the kettle on its stand. You swooped in with a Pikachu-themed kitchen towel and wiped the excess water away, scowling. Jungkook raised his eyebrows at you, brown eyes laughing.

“That’s literally a safety hazard!” you exclaimed, waving the towel at him.

Jungkook rolled his eyes and pressed the button to start heating the water. “Haven’t you ever just… not freaked out over every little thing? Done something spontaneous and stupid?”

You placed the kitchen towel back in its proper place. “No, because that would be spontaneous and stupid, Jeon Jungkook.”

He leaned against the counter, watching you perfectly fold the towel into three parts and hang it on the rail. He scratched his nose, shaking his head. “You should be more like me.”

“Having the police called on you because you were standing on a lawn chair tooting a party horn at four in the morning?”

“That was one time! Stop bringing it up,” Jungkook groaned.

You raised your hands in innocence. “Well, I was the one called to pick you up because you literally couldn’t remember any other number and I was very disturbed on New Year’s Eve, where I should have been peacefully sleeping and not hauling your drunk ass across town.”

Jungkook sighed exaggeratedly. “I’m sorry, okay? I won’t drink that much again. Jimin made me do shots–”

“You always blame Park Jimin,” you interjected, smiling. “Jimin’s the kind of guy who only wears clothes to take them off.”

“Well, it gets him laid, so I guess it’s working.”

The kettle whistled noisily, cutting through the conversation. You took a sip from your aloe juice as Jungkook grabbed a mug from your cupboard and poured the hot chocolate powder into it.

“You want some milk?”

He looked up. “You have milk?”

You went to the fridge and took out a small carton. “Because you said you were coming.”

“Aw, what a sweetie.”

“Shut up, Jungkook.”

“No.”

That’s how it was with you two. Growing up together was the same conversation over and over of you constantly saying shut up and Jungkook always replying with no. If both your dads hadn’t been such good friends, you probably wouldn’t have been able to tolerate him. Since they were, you were forced to, which turned out to be okay, since it turned out you had similar interests in games and such. It drifted apart a bit when you two entered high school, but you two reconnected once university started.

The dysfunctionality Jungkook was referring to was your two older sisters, who both got pregnant out of wedlock and thus caused a lot of tension between them, your parents, and you, the one who hadn’t actually done that yet. And you were trying to keep it that way.

Jungkook poured half-water and half-milk, stirring it with a silver spoon he found in your drawer. You lived alone, having gotten a full scholarship to be able to pay for tuition, meals, and part of a small apartment. Your parents paid for the rest – another point of strain between you and your sisters. That’s why you kept your grades up and rarely went out.

“When was the last time you fucked a guy?”

You sucked the inside of your cheek. “Dunno. Maybe two years ago.”

Jungkook raised his eyebrows and took a long sip. “So, only girls, huh?”

You tilted your head and sighed. “They don’t get you pregnant.”

“Neither does a condom.”

“That’s a ninety-eight percent chance, not one hundred.”

He licked the excess off his pink lips. He looked like he wanted to say something, but reconsidered, taking another sip before replying. “You don’t miss dick?”

“I mean, a dildo is a dick.”

Jungkook nearly spat out his hot chocolate. You snatched your Pikachu towel again and threatened him with it. He raised a hand, coughing.

“A dildo is not a dick,” he hacked out. “You insult me.”

“Hmph.” You turned back around and placed the Pikachu towel back in its place, making sure the graphic was perfectly centered.

“You tell your parents?”

You narrowed your eyes. ‘Why the fuck would I tell my parents that I fuck girls instead of guys to avoid getting pregnant?”

He shrugged. “Give them peace of mind?”

“You think too highly of the generation before us.”

Jungkook gave you a weird look. “So… you’re just using them?”

“No.” You paused. “Okay, maybe a little, but it’s not because they’re girls. I guess I haven’t found someone who understands me yet.”

He took a long, noisy sip of hot chocolate. You narrowed your eyes at him.

“No one can understand you if you only fuck once and drop them.”

“Wouldn’t you fucking know,” you replied irritably.

“Now, I fuck multiple times before I realize it’s not going to work out,” Jungkook countered.

You shoved your bottle of aloe juice back into your fridge. Suddenly, you weren’t thirsty anymore.

“Is that the only reason?”

You closed the fridge door.

“Reason for what?”

“Is fear of pregnancy the only reason you fuck girls?”

“I don’t know!” you shouted, throwing your hands up. You spun around, blowing hot air. “I don’t fucking know why I do it, Jungkook. I don’t know why I load up dating apps to only hook up with girls, I don’t know why I don’t try to get into relationships with them, I don’t know what is wrong with me and why I can’t give anyone a chance and I don’t know why you pop up in my head every time I try to fucking masturbate! It is annoying and I do not like it, so I try to get off with someone else!”

Your chest was heaving with exertion and annoyance, hand curled onto a fist and planted on your kitchen counter, glaring at the space past Jungkook’s head, muscle twitching in your cheek. Your heart was beating so fast it didn’t feel real.

Silence.

“Fuck you, Jungkook.”

And then you turned around, stalking back to your bedroom.

Or would have, if you didn’t hear the clink of the mug touching the kitchen counter and Jungkook grabbing your upper arm, yanking you back, slamming you against his muscular body. You hissed, staring into his chest.

“Let me go.”

“Hold on a second.” You watched Jungkook take a deep breath, his toned, tan skin rising and falling. The silver necklace on his collarbones flashed as he breathed. “Just hold on a damn second.”

Your eyes were on the low neckline of his black shirt. It felt weird being close to him. Not that you two haven’t been physically close, because you had. But it had never been like this. Since you realized he wouldn’t leave your mind every time you tried to masturbate. Since you started looking to other people to push him out. Since you were sure that it was not just a passing thought, not just your brain playing tricks on you. And being this close to him now, you understood.

And it scared you.

“You cannot dump all that on me and expect me not to react,” Jungkook said quietly.

“Shut up, Jungkook.”

“No,” he snapped. He grabbed both your upper arms and shook you violently, making you jerk your head up to blink at him. Jungkook furrowed his brows, his dark eyes glaring at you, jaw clenched tightly. “I will not shut up. Why should I shut up? I should shut you up.”

And then he kissed you.

Your eyes widened. Jungkook’s pink lips were on you. You. On your lips, pressed firmly against them, gripping you so tight you were losing feeling in your arms. You tore back, stumbling, touching your lips, shoulders shaking, not sure why your heart was beating out of your chest, not sure why your lips tingled and wanted more, not sure why Jungkook slowly opening his eyes and flickering to you made your knees knock together uncomfortably.

“What are you doing?” you sputtered. “You don’t even… what…?”

“I’m kissing you,” he growled, walking up to you and pinning you against the counter. “I’m fucking kissing you because you want me to.”

“I don’t…”

“Just shut up, please.”

And then Jungkook kissed you again, harder this time, pressing you against the kitchen counter, hands coming up and taking you by the waist, pulling you to him and his leather jacket, him and his black shirt, breathing your name into your lips, your hands grabbing his t-shirt and yanking him to you, gasping into his mouth. And you wanted to say, no, no, you weren’t supposed to know, but it was too late because you were shoving his leather jacket off, grasping his shoulders, fingers pressing into his hard muscles, sliding down his biceps.

You yanked your head back and his hand came up to grab it back, kissing you more, more, tongue licking your lips, hissing your name, grinding his hips against yours. Your hand came up in between you two, stopping him, stopping him and his insatiable lips.

“You have to s-say–” You moaned, feeling him harden against your fleece pajamas. “You have to say it.”

“Say what?” Jungkook muttered impatiently, kissing your hand, speaking into your palm.

“Say you’re okay with it,” you gritted out as he rolled his crotch into yours.

“Obviously I’m okay with it,” he grumbled. “Why else am I humping you in your kitchen?”

“You said I’m a c-control freak,” you groaned, throwing your head back as Jungkook slid his hands down to your ass and squeezed it, grinding against you.

“You are,” he grunted. “You can’t let go, you can’t enjoy yourself, you can’t even tell me you like me so I can fucking fuck you already, instead of me cancelling my parties so I can spend time laying on your bed and staring at you playing video games wondering when you’re going to fucking notice that I want to bang you.”

“What?” you replied breathlessly.

Jungkook rolled his eyes. “You’re so busy controlling your own life that you don’t even notice the people around you anymore.”

“What?” you repeated again as Jungkook hoisted you up by your ass and began to walk, forcing you to grab him by the shoulders and stare down his right arm, the fully tattooed one with flowers and script and the tiny circle with angry slits for eyes and a frown on the inside of his elbow, the one Jungkook said was for you and you had slapped him in the chest and told him to shut up.

“Let me take over for once,” he mumbled, placing his chin on your shoulder and nudging you with his head and his non-crispy but still not quite soft dark hair.

“You said I would be an awful sub.”

Jungkook dumped you on the bed, shooing you upwards. You didn’t move, frowning at him. He sighed dramatically.

“You would. You are,” he corrected, planting a hand on your chest and pushing you down, bouncing you against your Pikachu bedsheets. He sandwiched your arms at your sides and straddled your torso. The bed bowed far too low and you almost slid off. Hurriedly, you scooted upwards and Jungkook followed, unbothered.

“You said I’m terrible with authority.”

Jungkook wrestled your arms back down and pinned them with his strong thighs. “You are.”

“You said I’m angry, twenty-four, seven.”

He cocked his head, slowly unbuttoning your pajama shirt. “Still true.”

“And you said I’m uptight,” you added ruefully, pouting.

Jungkook shrugged, reaching in between his legs to unbutton he last few ones. “I’ll fuck it out of you.”

“Jungkook!”

“What?”

He paused, towering above you, eyebrow raised. His black hair curled around his ears, against his silver hoops and base of his neck. His dark eyes pierced down at you, tiny mole under his lips clearly visible from this position. You could see the bottom of his sharp chin, the black t-shirt clinging to his chest, the shape of his tan arms, one tattooed, one not, from below.

“Y-you’re pinching my right arm…”

Jungkook looked down, moving his left leg. “Sorry.”

You winced, pulling out your left arm to rub the other. He tapped your forearm impatiently with his finger.

“You’re ruining the moment,” he scolded.

“You ruined it by bruising me,” you shot back, backing up to your pillows on your elbows, grimacing as you soothed your arm.

“I’m going to bruise you more if you keep being a little brat,” Jungkook growled, following you on hands and knees, the neckline of his t-shirt hanging down, revealing way too much of his skin. Your eyes widened and you slipped, a white plush Poro bonking you in the head. He grabbed it and tossed it aside, the poor guy rolling on the floor.

“That’s very rude,” you muttered, but he was over your body now, breathing hard, staring down your now open shirt and the curve of your breasts into your black bra.

“Why do you get hotter every year?”

You raised an eyebrow. “I… don’t?”

Jungkook shoved the sides of your pajama shirt apart impatiently, reaching under your back and pinching the bra clasp, undoing it with one hand.

“Yes, you do,” he exhaled hotly. “Every year you get prettier and prettier and it pisses me off so much that I have to work out to look half as good as you.”

You felt your ears and cheeks get hot. “Well… you do look very, erm, good.”

“You’re very convincing,” Jungkook chuckled darkly, pushing your bra up and sucking in his lower lip as he revealed your hard, quivering nipples.

Your eyes shifted away from his hungry eyes. “I, uh… am very wet.”

A single, perfectly shaped eyebrow ticked. “Show me.”

“Um…”

He lifted himself off you, pointing down.

“Show me,” Jungkook commanded.

You tried to move your arms and found them tangled in your clothes. You frowned and shrugged out of your pajama shirt, chucking it and your bra aside, before gripping the waistband of your green fleece pants. You hesitated and looked back at Jungkook, who just flapped his hand downwards, giving you a neutral expression.

You puffed your cheeks and raised your hips, yanking your pants and panties down your thighs. You had to bend your legs a bit to fully take them off since Jungkook’s knees were on the outside of your thighs.

Now you were fully naked in front of your childhood best friend. And he was still fully clothed.

“Er, aren’t you going to–”

Jungkook cut you off. “You still haven’t shown me.”

You blinked at him. “What do you want me to do, become a fucking pretzel?”

Jungkook shrugged. “Any way you can prove to me you’re wet.”

You narrowed your eyes. “Fucking…” You bent your right leg and slid it up between his thighs, brushing against his sweatpants and feeling his hard-on for a hot second before you jammed your leg into your chest and lifted it out, pressing your thigh against your torso and raising your calf into the air. You turned your head to the left, letting out an exasperated huff.

“There. You see it?”

Shit, this position was embarrassing for some reason. You could feel cold air on your dripping pussy. Maybe he couldn’t see or something. You lifted your right arm to wrap around your thigh, pressing it down against your breasts since Jungkook wasn’t saying anything.

“That was the sexiest thing I’ve ever seen in my life,” Jungkook breathed.

“Okay, going to put my leg do–”

You gasped, suddenly feeling Jungkook’s fingertips touch your heated core, smearing your juices around the lips, his hot breath against your ear as he touched you. You shuddered as he stroked your folds, your name on his lips, his lips kissing your ear.

“Had to touch you,” he whispered against your neck, tone desperate. “I’m sorry, I just had to touch that beautiful pussy, all wet and slopping for me.”

Your eyelids fluttered as his middle finger found your clit, pressing on it. “J-Jungkook… That’s my…”

He chuckled deep in his throat. “Yeah? That’s your what?”

Slow, lazy circles, pushing it around, moan leaving your lips. “My c-clit…”

“Want me to touch it?” Jungkook purred. “Want me to handle your pleasure?”

But he as already touching it, nursing the sensitive bundle of nerves and rousing your lust, igniting it and setting it on fire.

“Y-yes…”

He kissed down your neck, whispering softly, licking your collarbones. “You trust me? You trust me with this pretty, perfect, hot, sexy, fuckable body?”

You arched your neck, giving him more access as he ran his pink lips all over, rubbing your clit, mouth on your throat. Your whole body shook, hips rolling into his finger.

“Y-yes…”

His breath so electrifying that you could barely focus, barely speak as Jungkook’s other hand came up behind your head, long fingers burying into your hair, holding tight, so tight it almost hurt, teeth nipping at your skin.

“Want to mark you,” he mumbled. “Want to give you a big fat hickey you can’t explain, want to bruise you so bad you’ll be staring at it for weeks, thinking about my lips on you, remembering my teeth gave you that.”

He pressed another finger to your clit, increasing the pace, and all you could do was hiss out a yes, a burning yes, a pleading yes, please, Jungkook, whining as his teeth sank into the spot where your shoulder and neck connected, sucking hard, his tongue licking away the prickling pain. His hips rolled into your thigh, his hard cock pressing against you, straining against his pants.

Jungkook moaned into your skin, so hot, so intense, rubbing your aching clit faster, harder, more urgently. Sucking and humping your leg as the feeling of his teeth and his fingers overwhelmed you, one hand clutching his shirt and one hand curled into your sheets as your thighs shook, trying to close but unable to because Jungkook was so strong, so there, so overpowering that you could only lay there and take it, take it as his name poured out of you in a breathless wail, throwing your head back as you felt your pussy clench around nothing, your juices becoming slicker, thicker, the scent of your orgasm staining the air.

He shoved the two fingers inside you and unlatched his mouth, moaning with you as he felt you squeeze his fingers, pumping you in long, slow strokes, all the way to his knuckles. You whimpered, tightening your core and Jungkook moaned again, eyes closed, his hair in disarray as you fucked his hand, clamping your hands on his right forearm, gasping at the feel of his muscle. Pussy throbbing around his fingers, hips meeting his knuckles over and over.

His eyes opened, watching your fuck yourself with his hand, an almost bored expression on his features, but you didn’t care because you felt him flex his fingers and his arm, telling you to continue, telling you he liked it.

“I thought you were going to let me do it.” Jungkook’s voice was low, trying to stay even despite his shallow breathing. “Have to control everything, don’t you?”

You caught your lower lip in your teeth, eyes moving to his face, his handsome, angular face with his black hair curled around his forehead and his cocked eyebrow, smirk on his lips.

“I’m not in control,” you panted. “Your forearm is…”

Jungkook flexed it under your hand and you moaned pathetically, breath hitching.

His smirk grew wider.

“It’s getting you off touching it.”

You swallowed, close, so close and Jungkook was taunting you and for some reason you couldn’t tell him to shut up, because he kept tensing his arm and it was so fucking hot that you really were going to orgasm.

“Say it,” he purred, breathing your name. “Tell me you like my forearm.”

Your eyes shifted down to his arm in your hands, the tiny angry face tattoo in his inner elbow frowning at you.

“I fucking love it, Jungkook,” you gasped. “Fuck, I love your delicious, sexy-as-fuck forearms.”

He grinned and began to thrust his fingers into you, fast, so fast you couldn’t even fathom how he could be that fast like a fucking vibrator, sending torrents of pleasure through you and his arm was so hard and his skin so soft that your eyes rolled back into your head, moaning his name far too loud. Jungkook placed a hand over your mouth and you screamed into it, liquid gushing down your thighs, but he didn’t stop, he kept going until you felt it again, pussy throbbing, back-to-back, eyelids fluttering, nails digging into his arm as the crescendo slammed into you, taking your breath and senses away, lost only in the feeling of Jungkook’s secure presence above you.

He slowed, breathing hard. Gently, carefully pulling his fingers out of your pulsating pussy, gasping as he removed his hand. You vaguely heard Jungkook place his fingers in his mouth, sighing wantonly at your taste.

“You taste so good,” he whispered around his fingers. “Fuck, so sweet and thick and delicious.”

Your brain could not compute what the fuck was happening. Did Jungkook just give you three mind-blowing orgasms in a row after you exploded at him and admitted to thinking about him while masturbating?

Holy shit.

He pressed his face into your hair, inhaling your scent.

You swallowed thickly.

“Jungkook, do you, ah… want something too?” you asked quietly.

You heard him snicker. “If I take my clothes off, I’m going to want to put my dick in you.”

“… I’m cool with that.”

“I thought a dildo was the same as a dick?”

You cleared your throat. “Ah… Well, I didn’t think you’d want to put a dick in me.”

Jungkook laughed. “If I had five dicks, I’d put them all in you.”

“Erm… mathematically speaking, that doesn’t really work…”

“Shut up.”

Jungkook sat up, looking down at you with a smile. The same smile he always had, but a little different now, because he didn’t have to hide his attraction to you anymore.

“You really let me put it in you?”

You narrowed your eyes. “With a ninety-eight percent chance, only.”

His smile became mischievous. “That’s not one hundred percent.”

You puffed your cheeks.

“I’ll take the two percent chance for you and only you, Jungkook.”

He grinned and turned around, throwing himself to the end of the bed where his jeans were barely holding on. Fishing through the pockets, retrieving the foil packet from the back pocket. You blinked at him.

“How long has that been–”

Jungkook gave you a silencing look. “I bring a new one every time I come over, in hopes you become drunk enough to sit on my dick.”

You blinked at him. “What.” Not a question, just you stating it.

“Because you’re paranoid.”

You frowned. “I’m not–”

He launched himself over the bed and silenced you with a kiss, deep and longing. You leaned into it, breathing softly, tongue against his, pressing back against him. Jungkook drew back slowly, thumb on your cheek. Eyes looking into yours, careful and tender.

“I don’t want you to worry,” he said against your lips. “I’ll do anything you want. I know it’s not easy for you. I know you’re not ready for the million babies I want from you.”

“I can’t have a million babies. It’s not scientifically possible,” you interjected.

Jungkook narrowed his eyes. “Can you just let me have one romantic moment?”

“Erm, sorry.”

“You want me to have a damn vasectomy or something? Because I’ll fucking do it. That shit’s reversible.”

“No, that kind of requires more time and I’m pretty horny for your dick right now. Condom will do.”

He sighed, rolling his eyes. “You are a shitty sub.”

“I will do better after I’ve had the dick.”

Jungkook straightened and yanked his black t-shirt over his head. “No, you won’t.”

Your eyes roamed over his toned chest. Damn, he was ripped. Maybe he was insecure about you being hot or something, but you were certainly benefiting. “You never know?”

Jungkook sent you a pained look and pressed a hand to your chest, shoving you back into your bed. “I’ve known you way too long to believe those words coming out of your mouth.”

You were going to reply, but he ran his hand over your chest, inhaling sharply as he brushed against your nipples. He ran his fingers over them, squeezing a little. You whined, trying to get more, but Jungkook pressed his palm down on your breast, breathing hard.

“Listen, woman, I’m about to explode in my damn underwear. Stop sounding so sexy this instant.”

Your eyes found his, pupils blown wide, lips pursed, and jaw tight. Your lips parted a little, tongue peeking out, a soft moan of his name emitting from your throat. You saw a muscle in his eyebrow twitch. He looked like he wanted to throttle you, at least a little bit.

You grinned.

Jungkook narrowed his eyes.

“You are lucky you’re cute,” he muttered. “And lucky I want to be in this pussy more than I want to be alive.”

“Don’t you ne–”

Jungkook planted his hand on your mouth. “The only words I want to hear out of you are, “Fuck me harder” or my own name, you got that?” he snarled, pressing his hand into your face for emphasis.

You nodded quickly.

He sighed, almost in relief, and yanked his pants and underwear down, wincing. There was a large wet spot on his boxer briefs, strings of pre-cum clinging as he pushed it down his muscular thighs.

“You made me a giant mess,” he muttered, eyes flickering up to you. “What do you have to say?”

You blinked at him and gave him a thumbs up.

He grinned. “You do know how to listen.”

In truth, you couldn’t say anything because you were breathlessly staring at Jungkook’s thick cock, red head glistening with pre-cum, dripping everywhere. You slid down quickly, startling him, and wrapped your lips around the head, moaning as his strong taste invaded your mouth. He hissed, gritting his teeth as your tongue swiped around, licking his length all over, feeling the veins and contours, memorizing them.

“F-fuck,” he gasped. “You wanted to clean me up that bad?”

Your eyes traveled up his abs, his pecs, his neck, to his face, giving him your best imploring look. He smirked, placing a hand on your forehead, and gradually, with great effort, pulled out of your tight mouth. Tight because you sucked in your cheeks, not wanting to let him go, but Jungkook was stronger than you. You frowned, but he shooed you away.

“I allowed it this one time. Now back to your spot.”

You backed up, tsking as you watched him roll down the condom, groaning as it covered him.

“I’m actually glad I have this fucking condom,” Jungkook muttered, glaring at you.

You couldn’t say anything, so you spread your legs. His eyes dropped down and he bit his lower lip, crawling to you, grabbing your thighs. Placing himself right in front of your soaked entrance, staring down at your pussy as he guided himself, sinking into you.

“Holy fuck,” he gasped, squeezing his eyes shut.

You moaned, feeling Jungkook’s cock stretch you out, so different from a silicone dildo or multiple fingers, because it was Jeon Jungkook praying for air as you clenched around his length, his cries of pleasure as he rocked his hips into you. Those long nights with your vibrator and his Instagram open on your phone were incomparable to his cock molding to your walls, his hard hips finally hitting your thighs, all the way in, and it was so good that you throbbed around him, shuddering.

“J-Jungkook…” you pleaded.

“I know,” he panted, hands gripping your knees tight. “I know, but give me a second to appreciate this pussy, holy fuck.”

He jerked his cock inside you and you cried out, definitely crushing your sheets, but Pikachu had seen a lot by now and there was only going to be more.

Jungkook finally began to slide out and push back in, groaning, starting slow and deep because quite frankly he needed to last more than five seconds and your pussy was not letting up. You had too much control over your vaginal muscles and he was too into you to not be hugely turned on by it, shoving your legs up higher so he could go deeper, feel more of you surround him and massage his length.

“H-harder…” you whimpered. “Please, Jungkook, fuck me harder…”

And how could Jungkook say no to that? Begging so perfectly, with just the right amount of desperation, and you didn’t even know it was driving him insane, because he knew normally you were so wound up, always worrying about being perfect, always worrying about doing the right thing, but now you were unraveling on his cock as he bent down and put more force into it, pounded you harder, watching the ecstasy in your eyes, your mouth opening and tongue peeking out, hot breath in his face. Knuckles white as you clutched the sheets, pleasure radiating up his length as you came with a cry, his name, his name on those perfect lips, lips he always watched with envy, wondering who had them, wondering who was so lucky to capture them.

And now it was just him, just him and you, and his hips slapping into your hips, pussy nearly choking his cock, but it felt so good, so fucking euphoric as you fucked him back, raising your hips to meet his, loud, wet, and lewd, probably causing a ruckus next door. But neither of you cared, your names mixing together, your eyes staring to Jungkook’s piercing brown ones, hot pleasure radiating up your stomach, your chest, to your head and there was no one else.

No one else but Jungkook’s name tumbling out of your mouth as the wave soared into you, pussy spasming as you came again, unsure at what number it was, but it was the one Jungkook wasn’t prepared for and he groaned, smacking into you one last time before you felt his cock throb and pulse against your walls, spilling into the condom. You gasped at the feeling, clenching around him, his right hand reaching over to grasp yours and hold it tightly, intertwining your fingers.

“W-wow…” you whispered breathlessly. “Nice cock.”

Jungkook burst out laughing. “You’re unbelievable.” He reached down and gingerly felt around in your dripping folds, finding the end of the condom and pulling out carefully.

“Fuck. It’s so much,” he gulped, brows knitted in worry.

You waved a hand. “It’s fine. I finished my period yesterday. Likelihood of you getting me pregnant is pretty low.”

Jungkook jerked his head towards you.

“Why the fuck didn’t you say that sooner?” he roared, slapping your leg. “I was scared shitless over here!”

You placed your hands over your ears. “So loud. Shut up, Jungkook.”

“No!”

--

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[siryouarebeingmocked]

Me: My phone refuses to display location in Maps. I guess I'll restart it.

Me: Boy, this restart is sure taking a long time.

Google Play Services glitch: Hey, remember all those settings and updates you had?

Me: Yes.

Me: Wait, why did you use the past tense?

All my podcasts? Gone*.

Whatsapp chats? Gone. Even though it was supposed to be backing up regularly. Probably because I had a different number at the time, which I no longer have access to.

Every update of every single stock app? Gone.

Every installed app? Still there, but they act like we never met. Including my reader app, which recognizes all the books on the memory card, but doesn't remember progress.

And to think, just the other day I was feeling smug about the fact that I didn't have to get a new phone, despite minor issues with my current 4 year old phone**. Such as the alarm not working, and constantly running out of space.

And just yesterday, I was feeling smug about some of the frustrated, angry, illogical people I heard during my customer service training at my new job. 

I can empathize a lot more now.

On the plus side, I have a new job, so I can actually afford a new phone.

* I have a backup, but it's 5 months old, which is forever in pod years.

** The model is from 2016, but I got it in 2017, which is forever in smartphone years.

[0000dirt]

192.168.0.1 Hardware IP Address

You possibly know that your pc and your telephone have an IP address. Go to your personal computer or laptop and connect to the router making use of an Ethernet cable. Often a wireless connection is adequate, but don't count on it. Step 2: Go to Network or LAN Setup and adjust the IP address to 192.168.2.1 and save. If you are making use of NetGear Router, then go to Advanced > Setup > LAN Setup an IP address > modify IP and Apply. If the above did not perform, you can try what is identified as a 30-30-30 reset. Get comfy, due to the fact you will need to hold the reset button for 90 seconds. Press and hold the reset button for 30 seconds. Even though continuing to hold the reset button, unplug the router, wait an additional 30 seconds, then plug it back in. Continue to hold the reset button for an additional 30 seconds.

All IP addresses are used to identify devices on a personal computer network, and 192.168.0.1 is no exception. Nonetheless, this IP address is utilized to determine devices connected to a particular type of pc network known as private network. Already tried the reset button, other browsers (IE and firefox, never uncover the 192.168.1.1 web page at all), already tried factory reset button. You do not constantly need to have to know the IP address of your modem or router. You only need to have it when setting up a new modem or wireless router , changing settings or troubleshooting a network problem.

The 192.168..1 IP address falls within this last range of reserved private IP addresses. To modify your router's password, go to the settings menu and appear for an selection titled password.” It really is critical that you pick a password that is sufficiently secure. The router has to be configured. Before beginning to get the crucial, you may have to connect it to the routers or modem by employing an Ethernet wire. You will want a router login IP address, which can be 192.168.1.1 , , 192.168.1. 254, etc. Now, if you don't know about Router Default IP, then check out its shipping box or speak to manufacturer.

This gateway address is the IP address of your router. Step two: Launch internet browser > variety 192.168.0.1 in the address bar > Enter. Router is not located on 192.168.1.1. A message (pasted beneath in portuguese and translated soon after) show in the screen instead of the router page. An IPv4 address consists of a series of 4 numbers, separated by a dot. Each and every number may have 1-3 digits. They're normally expressed in decimal numbers for example, the 192.168..1 IP address.

Discover the pinhole reset button. Typically times this on the back or underside of the router. With the router plugged in, press and hold the reset button for 30 seconds. Following releasing the button, wait for the router to energy on, and try to login to the router again. IANA has reserved some IP addresses for private networks. We described earlier that a private IP address is special inside the network it really is connected to but the same IP address can be assigned to a method on a diverse private network.

Step 1: TP-Hyperlink Router has an IP address 192.168.1.1. Connect Router and Computer with the RJ45 cable. Variety ipconfig & hit enter. Not realizing the correct admin username and password is by far the most frequent situation knowledgeable by users when connecting to the 192.168..254 IP address. As we've currently explained most routers use admin” as each the default username and the default password. Nonetheless, there are also other attainable admin username and password combinations that you must know about.

Attempt to reconnect to Wi-Fi on a personal computer or mobile device. If the connection is productive, your house network has been reset. Maintain in mind that resetting your router to its factory settings will erase all previous configuration, including your Wi-Fi network and its password. Netgear Router has a default IP address with 192.168.0.1. All you need to have to do is connect Router and Computer with a cable. A popup box will appear, exactly where you have to type the username and password offered to you.

In order to access the router's web-based setup web page, you are going to need to have the router IP address. If you forgot that address, you won't be able to access the configuration web page. But do not be concerned, simply because discovering the router IP address is not complicated at all. If you forgot your username and password you can comply with these guidelines to recover them. If you haven't changed the default user and password that comes with the router you can seek advice from our router default usernames and passwords you're in the router's admin panel you are going to be able to modify and change all internet settings.

There may possibly be some people in the planet who wouldn't know what an IP address is? To sum what is an IP address, an IP address, or just an IP,” is a exclusive address that identifies a device on the Web or a neighborhood network. It allows a system to be recognized by other systems connected via the Internet protocol. There are two primary varieties of IP address formats utilized nowadays which are the private IP address or IPv4 and the public IP address or IPv6. So let's jump straight into the variations amongst the two.

If you have changed the default password to something else and you no longer keep in mind what it was, you can restart your router to its default factory settings to reset its password by pressing and holding the Reset button for ten seconds. Make confident that the Power LED of the router is blinking when you press the reset button, which indicates that the router is being reset correctly. The location of the reset button varies from model to model, but it is normally correct next to the power connector.

As you can see, the 192.168.1. IP address belongs to the 16-bit block of private IP address, but what specifically is its goal? In most cases, this IP address is utilised by property broadband routers as their default address. To discover the public IP address for your personal computer, check out and search for my IP”. Google will inform you what your computer's public IP is. You can do this on smartphones and tablets. Enter the login username and password provided by the router company or you can locate it on the label on router.

192.168.1.1 is the widespread IP address that is employed by several modems and routers today. It really is a default IP address exactly where you can access your modem or wireless router to alter settings, adjust the WiFi name or password. 9) Go back into your PC's network settings, and have your Computer receive an IP address automatically. four) Attempt to access your router from your browser now. If you can, attempt resetting to factory defaults from there, and set your Computer to use DHCP again.

[irarelypostanything]

HBO’s Silicon Valley - Why I *might* have issues with the “russfest” episode

We’ve all been there--you’re minutes away from some important demo, hopefully an IRAD or presentation and not something that’s actually live and deployed to actual customers, and it doesn’t work.  By applying some code fix or (more likely) restarting some server or something, you get it to work.  Magically.  At the absolute last minute.  Maybe it’s not the software field, but a coding assignment.  Maybe you’re not even in tech, but you’ve still experienced that brilliant essay insight minutes before the deadline, that math test solutions minutes before the deadline.  That’s how the brain works.  That’s how adrenaline works.

*Spoilers*

Here, there seems to be a bit of Deus Ex Machina at play.  Things just kind of work.  It’s Richard’s compression algorithm, combined with an AI Gilfoyle has characterized as a black box, combined with some changes Dinesh applied that I think are an actual black box because I don’t remember hearing what he did.  And it just works.  It fails catastrophically, and then it becomes an insane success.

But there is a caveat: That apparent Deux Ex Machina can be saved if they pull it off really well in the finale.  And if they don’t, fine.  This isn’t Game of Thrones.  I think the audience will forgive them for being entertaining, even if the plot doesn’t completely make sense.

MAYBE, like some people have pointed out on Reddit, the AI will go out of control.  There are some possible hints of this.  Gilfoyle notes, on two separate occasions, times the AI has done something blatantly wrong completely by accident.  The creepy way he’s described his AI, it seems that the season has been setting us up for this kind of twist...I’d even say it would be more surprising if nothing at all went wrong shortly after the end of this episode.  Or maybe there will be a legal battle.  Or maybe Gavin and Richard will have some final confrontation to close everything out.

Or maybe they’ll just celebrate.  What exactly is my issue?

This is a show that has intentionally placed really significant plots in the backseat to a seemingly less interesting storyline.  A self-driving car kidnapped a live human and nearly killed him.  Scientists discovered an insane new application for biotech.  A robot essentially became sentient.  Overworked Chinese workers took a man hostage.  These sorts of things occur constantly, and they’re not even the main event.  

What is?  The new, free internet.  Not just a compression algorithm.  Not high-quality video streaming.  Not a song-writing app.  A new internet.  The idea is that it would be conceivable if they had this science fictional compression algorithm, and leveraged the power of smartphones.  

People have tried to do this, and will continue to do this.  Like Jared said, it could be the brand new solution we’ve been looking for.  No more spying on people.  No more selling such huge portions of data.  No more treating companies like Google and Amazon (which some say is more powerful because of AWS than its actual, signature service) as the unquestioned kings.  We’d build an entirely new system, a free one, and it would be decentralized.  

Lots of people have been talking this one out, and there are issues.  Scalability is a huge concern.  That they weren’t being attacked but the technology simply revealed itself to be impossible seemed like a cold touch of reality.  It could have worked.  But then they use AI to miraculously succeed and achieve the impossible.

The obvious next question for the final episode and series finale, then, is what are the consequences?