Did I say "do it our way"? No, I said be critical where it is deserved, both parties. These protests target the Democrats.
Both parties are on the wrong side of this issue.
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This is an oversimplification that ignores important context. Pushing the sphere doesn't open the door if the sphere is not in power.
That's a dangerous assumption in an election year where even if they do not vote R, they may not vote at all (this is a position voiced by many, and prevalent in pop culture) which could hand the election to "America's Hitler".
This year, criticism should be levied against both parties, and that's not happening. Republicans in congress literally just applauded the genocide.
Next year, assuming Harris wins, continue to protest their position.
Where were they at the RNC, hmm?
"Whatabout US companies"
US companies have seen similar criticism, antitrust suits, and billions in fines.
It is true that US tech companies have horrendous practices when it comes to data privacy and security, and that the US needs better federal regulation similar to GDPR to protect the consumer. This must be corrected.
It's also true that the location of the parent company of a social media platform does not protect that platform from bad actors and adversarial abuse. See: Facebook in 2016
However, there is a big difference between selling bits of redacted data to ad companies, and providing raw database access to a foreign adversary with malicious intent.
Add to that the fact that kids/teens use tiktok more than any other platform, and their habits are exposed without their knowledge or consent.
The possibilities are endless, but to name a few concerns:
- The CCP is using this app as a social engineering experiment to attempt to influence public opinion in the next generation of Americans.
- Imagine how much easier it will be to influence the next generation of US politicians who have no privacy whatsoever, and whose thought patterns are well documented.
The EU has already fined them for their negligent privacy practices: https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/15/tech/tiktok-fine-europe-children/index.html
It's not enough. I don't think a ban is the right solution, but the problem is clear.
Is it really such a stretch to say a Chinese owned company managing the feeds of the most active social platform would use that platform to sow division and hatred in the US?
Oh yah, you betcha
Well these controllers ship with bluetooth connectivity, so it stands to reason that they should work towards their intended purpose.
I'm able to play most games with noticeable yet acceptable input lag, but not for competitive/online games. It feels like it's close, and efforts toward optimization could get it there.
On the other hand the 2.4ghz dongle doesn't work out of the box so that would be a nice addition.
You're saying a higher res screen would cause issues with battery life and performance in the current deck, but we're talking next gen.
Edit: I misread the post. The screen upgrade can only work in next gen and your point stands.
+1 for new screen. The bezel is really bad. The current resolution just doesn't show enough detail on some games (Rocket League for example looks awful on the deck to the point where you're playing with a handicap)
Controller input latency (using the newer "xbox wireless controller" connected via Bluetooth) needs to be improved
Ergonomics could be improved. After a few hours, the neck starts to feel it. So I find myself compensating by holding it up higher. Not sure how they could improve the neck issues without a detachable screen or something. Hand/wrist discomfort could definitely be improved.
It's ironic that a FOSS self-hosted app would use a platform where you must forfeit your privacy to register and ask a question.
It's insane to me the complete lack of consumer protection in the digital age. Our cars used to be our sanctuary. A symbol of freedom and comfort. Now they're dystopian nightmares that make me very uncomfortable.
Not only that, but you have companies replacing apple/android auto with shit tech they have no business building. Predictably there are leaks all the time.
Genuine question: are there any options out there for someone who wants a simple car and is willing to pay a little more to avoid built in spyware and subscriptions for every tiny feature?