Do you really think no one else was working on such things?

Keep in mind the US had a demonstrated monopoly on atomic weapons for 4 years. They could've easily threatened the entire world to capitulate to them, and shut down the Soviet Union's research.

What do you think would've happened if Japan had gotten it first, or Stalin? I can guarantee Japan would have used their advantage ruthlessly.

Agreed.

Another way to look at it - they're on different schedules.

He did OP a favor by making that clear. That's OK, not everyone is on the same schedule.

Meh, don't think to much about it.

Everyone operates in their own best interest. Some of us aren't too self-aware about it.

Surprisingly low for SF - that's a common price all over the place these days.

Which is why I don't go to such places anymore.

4.99

Same with other super cheap drinks like iced tea, soda, etc.

Fuck em. I refuse to pay those exorbitant prices for your shittily brewed iced tea and coffee.

I didn't mind paying a buck for shitty diner coffee. We had a deal - you serve cheap-ass shitty coffee for a buck, free refills, I make it tolerable with creamer, and that's that.

Now you wanna make a killing on something shitty that I know exactly how much it costs? Fuck you.

I used to love to go to diners, but the way they've raised prices in the last 10 years or so, nope. I'm done.

Having worked in restaurants I have insight into how the costs work. I want you to be successful, but not when you're gouging me.

Last diner breakfast I had was $50 for 2 people. Wtf? That's 10x what I can make it for at home.

So as these places go tits up, they have no one to blame but themselves.

I just say "no"

And so what if he did?

He saved it from the landfill, something that has utility and value.

It's his to do with as he pleases.

OP wasn't forced to buy it from him. OP paid a price he considered reasonable (a value to him) and IT guy felt was fair compensation.

This was all between the two of them. They struck a deal that both felt was fair.

Without IT Guy's effort, this CRT wouldn't exist today.

Does Radio Shack still exist? I haven't seen one in years.

His behaviour tells you all you need to know.

No criticism meant of anyone here - but what we do demonstrates what we really want.

Next.

Lol, not really.

20's maybe.

I'd say the 40's we were seeing a massive uptick in movie volume.

Hahahajaja

Women in ponds distributin' swords is no basis for a system of government!

I do suspect Clicks has a better keyboard, and Minimal is targeting an Apple aesthetic.

A spreadsheet will really help - I've been surprised at what became important when doing this. Weight can be significant, as can brightness. I'd really like to see how bright either is.

Minimal looks like it may use a glass back. Eww. That means heavier and absolutely requires a case, which means more weight (and bulk).

Communicator looks like it has a textured back and a shape that'll be easier to handle.

Minimal's website is all about slick - it doesn't eve have any specs - and that really turns me off. Clicks has been open from the start about their goals, and keeping us informed.

What are your priorities?

I'd lay out a spreadsheet with the different specs/features so you can see them side-by-side. Highlight important features.

Then differences will stand out.

I don't know enough about either, but have been watching them with interest as I miss a real keyboard. Not sure I want to trade screen for it, but I did carry a Palm Treo and well, really, the screen now is smaller and wonky whenever a keyboard is up anyway.

*fewer

Haha omg this looks awesomely bad.

Guess what, ED drugs (really BP drugs because they were developed as vasidilators for blood pressure management) aren't legally available without a prescription.

Hahahahahaja

I would've awarded her a lot more, plus some punitive damages.