{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Micro.blog - Lee Peterson","home_page_url":"https://micro.blog","feed_url":"https://micro.blog/posts/LJPUK","_microblog":{"about":"https://micro.blog/about/api","id":"10972","username":"LJPUK","bio":"Technical Consultant/Freelance Writer/podcaster. Written at Cult of Mac, App Factor and The Loop. I get work done on an iPad.","pronouns":"","is_following":false,"is_you":false,"following_count":66,"discover_count":0},"author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://micro.blog/LJPUK/avatar.jpg"},"items":[{"id":"89130041","content_html":"

Creating a distraction free iPhone: ljpuk.net

","summary":"I’m trying a thing, slowing down and trying to be more intentional. My iPhone has become a distraction device lately as I’m struggling to get through the day but I’m trying to get on top of things and get back on track before I get pulled into the dark. This is my Home Screen, the […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/27/creating-a-distraction-free-iphone/","date_published":"2026-04-27T18:32:44+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"18:32","date_timestamp":1777314764,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89077941","content_html":"

A MacBook Pro on the desk and an iPad on the go \"\"\"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"I’ve been trying to switch up my setup to give me maximum flexibility and help with my ongoing RSI issues for the last few days. It’s been a difficult process and I’m still not settled but my thinking is use my M4 Pro MacBook Pro in a docked desk setup and use the M5 iPad […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/27/a-macbook-pro-on-the-desk-and-an-ipad-on-the-go/","date_published":"2026-04-27T03:49:20+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-27 03:49","date_timestamp":1777261760,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89077940","content_html":"

Using the iPhone 17 Pro without a case \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"For the last couple of weeks I’ve been using the tech woven case on my iPhone 17 Pro but my RSI is fighting back so I took it off and wow does it make a difference. If you want an immediately thinner and lighter phone just take the case off. I know this isn’t rocket […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/27/using-the-iphone-17-pro-without-a-case/","date_published":"2026-04-27T03:25:15+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-27 03:25","date_timestamp":1777260315,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89075017","content_html":"

Architecture and nature \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"Taken with iPhone 17 Pro and edited with Apple Photos using Amber photographic style.","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/27/architecture-and-nature/","date_published":"2026-04-27T03:15:23+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-27 03:15","date_timestamp":1777259723,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89024293","content_html":"

Taming YouTube thumbnails with Dearrow: ljpuk.net

","summary":"I like a lot of people use YouTube for research or just to have in the background but one of the main things that annoys me about the platform is the awful push towards those thumbnails, you know the ones I am talking about. Shocked faces, sad faces, shouting, massive text with things like “perfect”...","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/26/taming-youtube-thumbnails-with-dearrow/","date_published":"2026-04-26T10:40:54+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-26 10:40","date_timestamp":1777200054,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89024291","content_html":"

Reducing ADHD overwhelm by sticking with default apps \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"One of my presentations of neurodiversity is overwhelm, it’s not fun and has an effect on every part of my life. This could be anything from where to live, you know the big stuff that would cause stress in anyone to what to wear. For me I get caught up in decision paralysis in almost […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/26/reducing-adhd-overwhelm-by-sticking-with-default-apps/","date_published":"2026-04-26T04:03:49+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-26 04:03","date_timestamp":1777176229,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89024289","content_html":"

The enshitiffication of Reddit: ljpuk.net

","summary":"I don’t want to use Reddit particularly but I do occasionally dip into the F1 subreddit. On scrolling today I had the above message that stops me using the site completely. The enshitification of the internet continues and given they can track me via the app a lot better that’s where they want their...","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/25/the-enshitification-of-reddit/","date_published":"2026-04-25T11:13:10+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-25 11:13","date_timestamp":1777115590,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"89024285","content_html":"

The iPad isn’t a laptop replacement for me and that’s great \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"I’ve been dealing with a lot of RSI and hand pain recently that triggered me looking into iPad again. Working a 9-5 in IT then using my MacBook Pro as my personal computer has caught up with me. The beauty of the iPad is the ability to use it in many different configurations, it’s why […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/25/the-ipad-isnt-a-laptop-replacement-for-me-and-thats-great/","date_published":"2026-04-25T07:15:09+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-25 07:15","date_timestamp":1777101309,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88757319","content_html":"

My watch needs to be a useful tool before anything else \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"As I’ve been putting my stuff on eBay I’ve been wearing a different watch almost everyday. Going between Casio, G-Shock, Tag Heuer, Seiko and Omega has made me realise they all have different functions and don’t all serve me as a tool that I need. Being a tool to tell the time, have the ability […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/22/my-watch-needs-to-be-a-useful-tool-before-anything-else/","date_published":"2026-04-22T04:36:00+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-22 04:36","date_timestamp":1776832560,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88753889","content_html":"

ADHD scaffolding and moving away from big tech \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"Digital sovereignty is something I’ve been reading a lot about lately and with the US going, well the way it’s going I was on a journey to moving my data away from companies based in the states. That journey often stopped when I got overwhelmed (which is often) or realised I needed to use a […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/22/adhd-scaffolding-and-moving-away-from-big-tech/","date_published":"2026-04-22T04:04:24+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-22 04:04","date_timestamp":1776830664,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88683109","content_html":"

The Nintendo Switch 2 might be my favourite update of recent years \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"It’s been almost a year and now I’m back into mobile gaming as my preference I think the Switch 2 is my favourite version 2 of anything in recent memory. For me Animal Crossing is my jam and it’s primarily used for some calming gaming but it’s also covering the odd Fortnite or Mario Kart […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/21/the-nintendo-switch-2-might-be-my-favourite-update-of-recent-years/","date_published":"2026-04-21T04:34:27+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-21 04:34","date_timestamp":1776746067,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88683108","content_html":"

Reducing what I own \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"As I’ve been slowly clearing out my possessions over the last year I’ve come to realise I had too much of one thing and not used the one nice one I had. This isn’t some sort of minimalist mission (although I do strive to own less) but more about having something I like that isn’t […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/21/reducing-what-i-own/","date_published":"2026-04-21T03:57:50+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-21 03:57","date_timestamp":1776743870,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88617938","content_html":"

How to delete your Vinted account: ljpuk.net

","summary":"I’ve been having a bit of a clear out to reduce some of my items and went back to using Vinted, which I had some success with a couple of years ago but the experience pf using the service has changed and community guidelines are not being kept up or properly managed. The latest was […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/20/how-to-delete-your-vinted-account/","date_published":"2026-04-20T06:14:38+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-20 06:14","date_timestamp":1776665678,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88613602","content_html":"

iOS 27 Home Screen changes \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"As you may know I’m not a fan of iOS 26 but with a phone upgrade I had to use it, I’ve got accessibility settings turned on to reduce Liquid Glass and improve legibility best I can but there are some things I’d like to see that will improve my experience of using the iPhone. […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/20/ios-27-home-screen-changes/","date_published":"2026-04-20T04:25:44+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-20 04:25","date_timestamp":1776659144,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88557490","content_html":"

Why don’t Apple care about layout issues in iOS? \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"It’s been an ongoing thing on this blog for a while, I won’t link back to all of my posts but after trying (and now giving up and stopping) to use Apple Journal I’m again scratching my head as to why they can’t get accessibility right. The positive of the iPhone Air was the increased […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/19/why-dont-apple-care-about-layout-issues-in-ios/","date_published":"2026-04-19T04:50:56+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-19 04:50","date_timestamp":1776574256,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88557489","content_html":"

Unedited astrophotography on the iPhone 17 Pro \"\"\"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"Since the introduction of the iPhone 11 Pro I’ve gotten more into astrophotography. Nothing too fancy and without a tripod most of the time but I took the opportunity to stop whilst driving and take some pics where there wasn’t a lot of light pollution. I haven’t really tested it for a while because...","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/19/unedited-astrophotography-on-the-iphone-17-pro/","date_published":"2026-04-19T04:34:41+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-19 04:34","date_timestamp":1776573281,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88545445","content_html":"

This camera is why I bought the iPhone 17 Pro \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"When I sometimes get frustrated with the weight of the iPhone 17 Pro, being able to take a quick shot on 8x like this one with no editing is a reminder of why I swapped to it.","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/18/this-camera-is-why-i-bought-the-iphone-17-pro/","date_published":"2026-04-18T20:32:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-18 20:32","date_timestamp":1776544362,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88424918","content_html":"

The best NASA strap for the Omega Speedmaster \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"Probably inspired by Artemis II I’ve been wearing my Speedmaster a lot more recently and pretty much moved back to it full time but I wanted to change the strap. I’ve been a fan of the space worn look and from the days of Apollo NASA used a Velcro one that fitted over a spacesuit […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/17/the-best-nasa-strap-for-the-omega-speedmaster/","date_published":"2026-04-17T04:27:38+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-17 04:27","date_timestamp":1776400058,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88424917","content_html":"

Positives of switching to the iPhone 17 Pro \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"As you probably know I recently switched to the iPhone 17 Pro and whilst I’ve been adjusting to the weight a little harder than I thought there are some positives. Overall I’m still adjusting but taking the case off has really helped me, it’s obviously immediately smaller and lighter losing height, ...","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/17/positives-of-switching-to-the-iphone-17-pro/","date_published":"2026-04-17T04:07:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-17 04:07","date_timestamp":1776398845,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88407416","content_html":"

Star Wars celebration 2027 announcement but I won’t be going: ljpuk.net

","summary":"I really enjoyed going to Star Wars celebration Europe a few years ago and was thinking I might go again in 2027 but it’s in Los Angeles and I won’t be going anywhere near that country right now. Such a shame as I’ve got numerous places I’d like to visit in the states but I […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/16/star-wars-celebration-2027-announcement-but-i-wont-be-going/","date_published":"2026-04-16T20:37:20+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-16 20:37","date_timestamp":1776371840,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88371962","content_html":"

Tomodachi Life doesn’t allow you to save your screenshots to the cloud: ljpuk.net

","summary":"TIL that Nintendo Switch games can block their screenshots from being uploaded to your Nintendo account to share. Tomodachi Life came out today and I’m playing but when I went to grab a screenshot I noticed it wasn’t there in the app on my phone. Turns out the developer hasn’t enabled upload so you ...","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/16/tomodachi-life-doesnt-allow-you-to-save-your-screenshots-to-the-cloud/","date_published":"2026-04-16T08:46:34+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-16 08:46","date_timestamp":1776329194,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88283393","content_html":"

Leaving a technology ecosystem takes time and energy \"\" : ljpuk.net

","summary":"I’ve been using an iPhone since the 3G and a Mac since 2007, wow it’s coming on 20 years! By now you can tell I’m pretty locked in. I go through phases of trying to move out to something else then revert back to the simplicity of iCloud and Apple apps. I’m not particularly tied […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/15/leaving-a-technology-ecosystem-takes-time-and-energy/","date_published":"2026-04-15T04:21:14+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-15 04:21","date_timestamp":1776226874,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":true,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88283392","content_html":"

Blogging slowly: ljpuk.net

","summary":"Since taking a break from Nov to Feb this blog isn’t what it used to be. Updates daily and interesting stuff, now it’s a bit of a ghost town. i occasionally post images or wallpapers but not much else. I’m trying not to run here when I have an issue in iOS or with Apple. […]","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/15/blogging-slowly/","date_published":"2026-04-15T03:57:33+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-15 03:57","date_timestamp":1776225453,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88217601","content_html":"

A European alternative to Apple Music: ljpuk.net

","summary":"I’ve been slowly moving my tech stack out of US based companies and I’m going easiest first. This meant cancelling Apple Music and moving to something else. This is a good post that helped and I had already been using and enjoying Deezer previously so was happy to see they are based in France. This ...","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/14/a-european-alternative-to-apple-music/","date_published":"2026-04-14T07:55:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-14 07:55","date_timestamp":1776153342,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"88149872","content_html":"

Don’t waste your time with Google Gemini when it’s as bad as this: ljpuk.net

","summary":"I support Birmingham City FC and there was interesting omission from the team in yesterdays win against Wrexham, so I thought this would be a good time to test Google Gemini – I’m wish I hadn’t bothered. Me: “why didnt Marvin Ducksch play for birmingham yesterday” Gemini: “It looks like there’s a bi...","url":"https://ljpuk.net/2026/04/13/dont-waste-your-time-with-google-gemini-when-its-as-bad-as-this/","date_published":"2026-04-13T07:49:16+00:00","author":{"name":"Lee Peterson","url":"https://ljpuk.net","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Fmicro.blog%2FLJPUK%2Favatar.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"LJPUK"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-04-13 07:49","date_timestamp":1776066556,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":[]}},{"id":"25487049","content_html":"

@garethjones FineWoven ready to return for me. Pretty uncomfortable. I have a silicone on there for that reason, I love the feel with no case but I get so many accidental taps

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@yurkevich 3x is digital zoom on the Max and optical on the Pro

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@petebrown I watched with others who hadn’t watched Rebels and they enjoyed it

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@numericcitizen thanks. Canon 70D.

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@garethjones I miss my 13 Mini every day

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@yurkevich I’m liking the 3x on the Pro. More flexibility than a 5x for me at least

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@jtr I just stick with DDG

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@numericcitizen I wonder if they’ll ever fix it

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@maique I need to spend a little more time tweaking

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@UndamnedOne oh no, I didn’t even think of Safari tabs

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@garethjones at 80% you’ll be able to get a battery replacement with Apple. Might be an option if you want to keep it going.

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@jsalvino it’s strange isn’t it. Sometimes gets in the way and other times useful

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@yurkevich think it’s one way

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@UndamnedOne I haven’t found one yet. To be honest after all of the stuff from the CEO I didn’t even want to support the site by visiting it.

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@maique I’ll give it a try thanks

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@borisyurkevich I think I need to ignore mine

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@AndyNicolaides 👍

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@jack yeah agreed, fun place to write not a nice place to read

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@AlanGMarz 2015 thats a nice machine, yeah the more I step back I realise I love the weight of the 12” does everything I need it to. Tempted by an M1 too but not until it’s in a 12” Macbook I think

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@AlanGMarz I liked when I used it last year but found that no one used it. Good idea.

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@maique I’m back to real watches maybe 50% of the time now. Remembering how much I loved my Casio and Seiko.

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@AlanGMarz they are great, need to use them more though.

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@AlanGMarz I think they must estimate somehow but no idea how. They won’t break down sales numbers either so only they know unfortunately.

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@jack glad it’s been useful. Yeah it’s amazing the apps you forget you’re paying for isn’t it.

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@AlanGMarz if I could manage one day to day I’d be tempted

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