Wade Brandis
@wb8979.bsky.social
Self learning artist, story maker, and computer/electronics hobbyist. Join me as I tell stories, ramble about technology and other stuff!
How about "physical" games that are nothing more than just a code or digital key to download the game off the online shop. (Looking at you Nintendo most of all)
December 1, 2025 at 3:18 AM
How about "physical" games that are nothing more than just a code or digital key to download the game off the online shop. (Looking at you Nintendo most of all)
Ah, I was mistaken. 🙂 That's neat!
November 29, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Ah, I was mistaken. 🙂 That's neat!
What model of tablet do you draw on? By the way the clock looks at the top, it seems to be an Android tablet of some kind? (Samsung?)
November 29, 2025 at 7:38 PM
What model of tablet do you draw on? By the way the clock looks at the top, it seems to be an Android tablet of some kind? (Samsung?)
Honestly though, you're right. I have PBS Passport already and I really need to take advantage of it. That American Revolution docu-series does interest me.
November 28, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Honestly though, you're right. I have PBS Passport already and I really need to take advantage of it. That American Revolution docu-series does interest me.
I'll be honest... I'm almost close to giving in to the two month Paramount+ deal simply because I've become hooked on Criminal Minds (via Ion Mystery) and want to binge watch the series from the start. It was one of my late mom's favorite shows. Yeah.... she was into the CBS crime stuff.
November 28, 2025 at 11:46 PM
I'll be honest... I'm almost close to giving in to the two month Paramount+ deal simply because I've become hooked on Criminal Minds (via Ion Mystery) and want to binge watch the series from the start. It was one of my late mom's favorite shows. Yeah.... she was into the CBS crime stuff.
Morning! 🦊 What is Amber's favorite kind of coffee?
November 28, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Morning! 🦊 What is Amber's favorite kind of coffee?
Looks like Amber has had a long day. 😮
November 26, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Looks like Amber has had a long day. 😮
😮 Hope everything is okay!
November 26, 2025 at 2:27 PM
😮 Hope everything is okay!
This turkey loaf, as ultra-processed as it was, was so much better than regular turkey. Very tender and the loaf took on the gravy flavors. It cooked in about 4.5 hours as well. It's hard to find now as this particular brand was discontinued in 2021.
November 24, 2025 at 1:28 AM
This turkey loaf, as ultra-processed as it was, was so much better than regular turkey. Very tender and the loaf took on the gravy flavors. It cooked in about 4.5 hours as well. It's hard to find now as this particular brand was discontinued in 2021.
How were you able to make those old IIgs and Mac games back in the day? And what were they about? I once tried making a bizarre game on a PC using "Klik & Play" where you save Birdwell island from the Clifford PBS show from alien invaders, in the style of a classic retro shoot 'em up. I was weird...
November 24, 2025 at 1:23 AM
How were you able to make those old IIgs and Mac games back in the day? And what were they about? I once tried making a bizarre game on a PC using "Klik & Play" where you save Birdwell island from the Clifford PBS show from alien invaders, in the style of a classic retro shoot 'em up. I was weird...
What web site builder were you using before, out of curiosity? The day will come when I'll need to build a portfolio site, but I do have that 1000+ page HTML for beginners book I've been wanting to try! 😂 (JK)
November 21, 2025 at 10:58 PM
What web site builder were you using before, out of curiosity? The day will come when I'll need to build a portfolio site, but I do have that 1000+ page HTML for beginners book I've been wanting to try! 😂 (JK)
I've been hearing a bit more about it, but haven't tried it yet. I will say that I've moved my daily driver computers to Xubuntu Linux while only using my Mac for art/video stuff. I'll definitely take a look at LibreWolf though. I currently use Firefox and try to ignore all the AI stuff. 🫤
November 15, 2025 at 3:09 PM
I've been hearing a bit more about it, but haven't tried it yet. I will say that I've moved my daily driver computers to Xubuntu Linux while only using my Mac for art/video stuff. I'll definitely take a look at LibreWolf though. I currently use Firefox and try to ignore all the AI stuff. 🫤
You also have to pray that the machine survives shipping. I once purchased a used but nice stereo system on eBay, but the seller didn't pack it properly and it got smashed up to bits. 😢 Thankfully the seller refunded me after I sent the photos.
November 14, 2025 at 2:03 AM
You also have to pray that the machine survives shipping. I once purchased a used but nice stereo system on eBay, but the seller didn't pack it properly and it got smashed up to bits. 😢 Thankfully the seller refunded me after I sent the photos.
I don't remember if I asked before, but is your PC a self-built system, or a pre-built from a company like Dell, iBuyPower, etc?
November 13, 2025 at 6:29 AM
I don't remember if I asked before, but is your PC a self-built system, or a pre-built from a company like Dell, iBuyPower, etc?
Unfortunately, my old iPhone SE really doesn't do justice with night photos, but I'll try. I am about to upgrade to a newer flagship phone. Hoping it has a good night shot feature. (the model I'm considering is a Google Pixel because of cost and the fact I'm transitioning out of the Mac ecosystem)
November 12, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Unfortunately, my old iPhone SE really doesn't do justice with night photos, but I'll try. I am about to upgrade to a newer flagship phone. Hoping it has a good night shot feature. (the model I'm considering is a Google Pixel because of cost and the fact I'm transitioning out of the Mac ecosystem)
When I last posted about a week ago, I did get some fewer interactions that I'm used to. Sometimes my posts reach more of my followers, while other times, crickets. If I like or comment on too many things at once, my account may get restricted for "suspicious activity".
November 9, 2025 at 11:29 PM
When I last posted about a week ago, I did get some fewer interactions that I'm used to. Sometimes my posts reach more of my followers, while other times, crickets. If I like or comment on too many things at once, my account may get restricted for "suspicious activity".
My own past issues with Linux were mostly having hardware that just didn't work right (such as my previous Wacom Cintiq 22HD), or I got carried away installing stuff outside a distro's preferred software repositories. I doubt I'll learn to compile stuff, but I do know some terminal commands.
November 9, 2025 at 11:26 PM
My own past issues with Linux were mostly having hardware that just didn't work right (such as my previous Wacom Cintiq 22HD), or I got carried away installing stuff outside a distro's preferred software repositories. I doubt I'll learn to compile stuff, but I do know some terminal commands.
The 2014 iMac I put Xubuntu on was a bit of a consolation purchase. I bought a refurbished MacBook from an online reseller, and one of the keyboard keys stopped working. Seller honored the warranty, and I got credit. I used the credit for said iMac. 😁
November 9, 2025 at 11:26 PM
The 2014 iMac I put Xubuntu on was a bit of a consolation purchase. I bought a refurbished MacBook from an online reseller, and one of the keyboard keys stopped working. Seller honored the warranty, and I got credit. I used the credit for said iMac. 😁
And indeed, my current Linux setup even works somewhat with my iPhone! No AirDrop or mirroring, but I can still easily transfer my photos off it with just a USB cable.
November 9, 2025 at 11:22 PM
And indeed, my current Linux setup even works somewhat with my iPhone! No AirDrop or mirroring, but I can still easily transfer my photos off it with just a USB cable.
I used Linux on and off during the 2000s and 2010s, and it's great to see it evolve into an ecosystem that can be both user friendly (Ubuntu, etc), and for the advanced user (Arch, Gentoo, etc). It's going to take a while to learn Krita or GIMP, but I am ready to take the challenge!
November 9, 2025 at 11:22 PM
I used Linux on and off during the 2000s and 2010s, and it's great to see it evolve into an ecosystem that can be both user friendly (Ubuntu, etc), and for the advanced user (Arch, Gentoo, etc). It's going to take a while to learn Krita or GIMP, but I am ready to take the challenge!