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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 20h

I don't recall seeing this message on stock Android, but perhaps I'm mistaken.

Android system notification from GrapheneOS with a reminder that the clocks have changed.

knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 16/10/2026

Fancied listening to some jazz whilst I work, and found an album I don't have on YouTube. Here's the top recommendation in the sidebar. Perhaps YouTube is vibing (in a jazz sense) me.

Screenshot of a YouTube video recommendation with a tooltip showing the title "Oxford Student Throws TANTRUM after Douglas Murray BRUTALLY HUMILIATES Her For Preaching Islam."

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 03/10/2026

Having taken a close look at this, I rather wish I hadn't. Why bother creating this when there's so much proper art to display?

A whisky advert which looks to be generated by an LLM, with various spelling mistakes ("...whic in heartier toats...") and bizarre gibberish characters.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 09/09/2026

Here's an interesting street lamp I saw in Sheffield last night.

Strange lamp made of many metal strips twisted around each other, with a pointy glass globe on top. A second one is visible behind. They're on a stone wall.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 05/09/2026

I tried this test: www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/02… The darkest red area in the results does indeed contain the area from which my family comes.

Map of the UK with a shaded area predominantly from the wash, moving downwards and across to the Welsh/English border.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 04/09/2026

...little that's new. I noticed that the v.7 is still on sale; cheaper to begin with and currently offered at a 46% discount. Worth a try, given that. Useful features, but it turns out that it is rather big. Not too big to be usable, but bigger than I would like […] [Original post on mamot.fr]

A hair arm with a dull green sleeve wearing Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar, which is a huge smartwatch looking just this side of something too "tactical" (YMMV). At least the bezel is a shiny metal colour rather than plastic.
Behind it and out of focus is a Thinkpad (running Linux, of course).

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 31/08/2026

@kerravonsen hope you like it. I've been enjoying mine.

Hairy arm wearing a Pebble Time 2 with a red watch face and leather strap.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 31/08/2026

@kerravonsen I'm using a Forerunner 55 (a cheap Garmin) for sleep tracking. Here's how the results look.

Screenshot of what passes for a reasonable night's sleep, in the Android Garmin app.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 18/08/2026

[Obsolete firearm] Here are some examples where the gun won't go off.

It's on full cock but the pan is open so all the priming powder will have come out, and when the cock springs forward there's no frizzen present for it to strike a spark on.

This is on half cock but the pan's open and the priming will have fallen out. To make it fire it would need to be re-primed (from a small flask most likely) and cocked.

This is how a flintlock pistol would look after having been fired.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 18/08/2026

[Obsolete firearm] A long time ago, on a site I don't use any more, I put up some photos of a flintlock pistol with information about whether it would shoot in the state shown. This was because I kept seeing flintlocks used on screen in a state where they could not […] [Original post on mamot.fr]

This pistol is at half cock. This is how it would be kept when loaded; it won't fire if the trigger is pulled (unless the gun is faulty) and requires that the cock (bit with the flint in - not called a "hammer') be pulled back one click.

This gun is on full cock and will fire when the trigger is pulled.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 17/08/2026

I'm pleased that the developer of this software was able to express their candid opinion of the device's connectivity.

A supermarket self checkout. It's out of action as it's "waiting for POS connection".

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 17/08/2026

Not really what I expected to see on the cover of a magazine on supermarket shelves...

Magazines on a supermarket shelf. In the centre, a computing magazine tells readers that they ought to be using DuckDuckGo.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 05/08/2026

There's a local pub/hotel I drive past on occasion which looks pleasant and also has a small historical connection with an interesting villain: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oswald_Mosley From time to time I try to drop in for lunch but find it closed, fully booked […] [Original post on mamot.fr]

Glass door of a hotel with a curtain up. The curtain is slightly open and shows a small pile of uncollected mail. On the for is a notice apologising for the venue having closed and been put up for sale.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 23/07/2026

My favourite part of using Outlook.

A software dialog box with an "OK" button and the following message:

We're cancelling and declining your meetings.
We'll be done in a few minutes.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 18/07/2026

Went to a 19th-century target shooting session in England today; wearing historical uniform was allowed, even encouraged, but I was the only person to fully do so. Used my 1886M93, made in 1898. J'ai assisté a un séance de tir des armes du 19eme siècle en […] [Original post on mamot.fr]

A shooting event with someone wearing a 1914 Foreign Legion Uniform with the following modifications; missing cap cover, missing regimental numbers (awaiting delivery), epaulettes added. The backpack is worn but not visible.

Une séance de tir; il y a une personne portant un uniforme de la Légion de 1914, avec les modifications suivantes : absence du couvre-képi, absence des numéros de régiment (en attente de livraison) et ajout d'épaulettes. Il porte le sac à dos mais ce n'est pas visible.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 27/06/2026

The roses are starting to look good. Hidden in the bush is a pigeon on a nest, luckily not too near the door this time. Looks nice, but not particularly comfortable inside at up to 31°C and 70% humidity.

A stone built house with a large rose bush over the back door.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 08/06/2026

A ten-year wait, but an upgrade to the Pebble Time has finally come. The main improvements appear to be a larger screen and battery, and a heart rate sensor.

Two smartwatches, alike in dignity, with blue digital faces and "stone" leather straps.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 01/05/2026

For some reason finding this when I return to my work computer in the morning winds me up. I feel it has "why are you hitting yourself?" vibes.

Screenshot of some Microsoft (hawk, spit) software. Text: Single Sign-On. You signed out of your account. it's a good idea to close all browser windows.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 28/02/2026

[Shooting sports.] This morning I tried some clay shooting with a Darne shotgun made c. 1925-36. Very nice indeed; light, but little recoil. It's the one on the left, next to a German rifle converted to a .410 shotgun, and a German shotgun from 1906.

A grass field with an earth bank in the distance, upon which are some orange clay pigeons. In the foreground is a wooden bench upon which are three shotguns. One is broken open in the usual manner, one is a converted bolt-action rifle, and the third has an unusual (outside France) straight-pull breech.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 20/02/2026

I thought that hanging woollen closing in the garage might be safe as the freezing winter temperatures would kill moths. Apparently that is not the case.

A pair of dashing red wool trousers suffering from the depredations of moths.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 16/02/2026

Salted caramel is bad enough, but this is obscene. I like caramel and Marmite yet I'd not touch this horror with a bargepole.

A supermarket shelf showing caramel sauce defiled with Marmite.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 31/01/2026

A good session tonight at The Shed in Charlbury.

A jazz quartet on stage. The pianist and drummer are obscured but the bassist and saxophonist can be seen. The saxophonist is playing with his eyes closed as he concentrates on the music. Above the musicians various white fairy lights illuminate the scene.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 10/01/2026

This guitar just came back from a partial refret, and setup with flatwound 12s. Just the thing for jazz, though I don't look forward to having to argue this at jams.

A Fender Jaguar guitar in "candy apple red" with a white pearloid pickguard. It's resting against a Vox MVX150C1 amplifier which has a blue glow across the front.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 10/01/2026

RE: toot.cafe/@slightlyoff/115867632990… I wonder if Google have prepared this answer beforehand.

Screenshot of the Play Store chatbot:

Why is this app still available when it is in violation of Google's app developer policy?

I'm still learning how to answer this. In the meantime, you can ask one of these suggested questions.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 09/01/2026

Interesting: daringfireball.net/linked/2026/01/0… I had not heard of the Moylan arrow before. One reason is because I have always remembered which side the filler cap is (and check before driving a new car). The other is that I don't recall petrol […] [Original post on mamot.fr]

Photograph of part of the dashboard of a car, humble-bragging that it has achieved 127 MPG. There are also icons showing "petrol pump <- car" with 448 miles alongside, such that someone who didn't know about the "Moylan Arrow" could imagine it meant "You've got 448 miles worth of range before you must drive to the petrol pump."

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 04/01/2026

Last night of the festive display :(

Interior of a stone house, walls painted white, with black roof beams. A single string of festive lights hangs above a small collection of Christmas cards.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 29/12/2025

Which one of these musicians would you think had a reputation for heavy drinking and starting fights in pubs, based on their appearance and demeanour in this photo?

It's Cliff Richard and the Shadows, of course.
From left to right:
Bruce (rhythm guitar), a smile upon his face as if trying to impress upon the ladies how favourably he compares with Elvis. No tie.
Tony (drums), mostly hidden from view.
Cliff (vocals), looking wholesome.
Jet (bass), a sneer upon his lips as is he is asking whether you're looking at his bird and would like to step outside to discuss this further. Collar undone, tie loose (my old maths teacher would not be able to hear him).
Hank (lead guitar), with a pleasant smile as if living in the moment and enjoying it. Tie fastened, top button done up.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 28/12/2025

Found a pub in Peterborough with a decent range of beers! The Ostrich, BTW.

List of craft beers available in a pub. There's a nice tiled floor around the bar and a stage for live music.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 18/12/2025

#AskFedi I've still not had any luck tracking down a replacement for the broken plastic connector shown here. Does anyone recognise it?

Part of a laptop motherboard. A ribbon cable is shown next to a motherboard connector; the ribbon cable slots into the connector and is held in place by a small piece of black plastic. Unfortunately, that piece is broken in two, and rests on the motherboard next to the connector.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 28/11/2025

After a bit of mucking about I finally found the correct UEFI switch which allows secure boot to work.

Screenshot from the settings of a GNOME system on Linux indicating that the "hardware has a strong level of protection" and that secure boot is active.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 14/10/2025

Grâce au Royal Mail, il y avait une livraison des Bleuets de France aujourd'hui. J'en porterai un à côté d'un coquelicot.

Une boîte des bleuets de France, avec deux éditions spéciales centenaires en plus.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 03/10/2025

Is it just me, or does the chap depicted on the wall of this pizzeria look as if he's gloating about how he plans to slit your throat?

Wall painting of a cook with a very large knife whilst grinning with apparently sinister intent. Another cook, gasping in horror, looks on.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 20/09/2025

A modern trend in police uniforms reminds me of this, for some reason.

Three cosplayers dressed as Terran Federation troopers (Blake's 7, 1978-81). Their uniforms are black and have helmets designed specifically to cover their faces. The helmets have a green band around them, presumably to look more SF. They are armed with stocked, short firearms of some sort. The only insignia on the uniform is a Federation patch on the left chest.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 18/09/2025

I was wondering what exciting thing I could do on my day off tomorrow. The answer appears to be "wait in for a plumber".

A water filter and some pipes beneath a sink. Under them is a plastic container catching the few drips that still fall even after turning the taps off at the supply.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 14/09/2025

My favourite watch is working again thanks to the new Pebble app. Unfortunately, over the last 10(?) years circumstances have changed and I need a watch that can track runs. Unfortunate, as I'd like to be using this one; Pebbles were always pleasant to wear.

A Pebble Time Steel showing the activity stripes watch face in blue.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 24/08/2025

Looks like I can't prune the rose bush back just yet.

A young wood pigeon sits in a nest in a rose bush. Behind it is a stone wall containing a white painted wooden beam.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 15/08/2025

When visiting Chastleton House recently I realised how long it must have been since my last visit by recalling that I lit the recesses of the wine cellar via a torch app (which lit up the screen only) on an iPhone 3GS. Now I have a Pixel 8 "pro".

A view up at an open window of a stone house, taken from the courtyard.

A view into the courtyard of an old stone house, taken from an open upper window.

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 15/08/2025

The local museum has a couple of photos of a street party on the 15th Aug. 1945 for #VJDay It just so happens that I was able to get to the same spot today.

A black and white photo showing a street party with everyone posed for the camera in front of some old stone houses. Children in the photo are seated around a table. Some text says "the end of the war Aug 15 1945 Spring Street V. J. tea". The party is to the photographer's right.

The same houses, to the photographer's right, on the 15th of Aug. 2025. One, on the right, has been replaced with a more modern stone building but the others remain much the same other than such things as new doors, windows, and satellite dishes. The street is now empty. Now that the photo is in colour the houses can be seen to be made of yellow stone and have pale green doors (a popular colour in this area).

The same houses, to the photographer's left on the 15th of Aug. 2025. The houses remain much the same other than such things as new doors, windows, and satellite dishes. The sign for an undertakers' business over the house to the left has long gone. The street is now empty. Now that the photo is in colour the houses can be seen to be made of yellow stone and have pale green doors (a popular colour in this area).

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knirirr @knirirr.mamot.fr.ap.brid.gy · 27/07/2025

It was sad to see this in a skip earlier today. It appears that the company who made this piano are so going, but no longer making pianos in the UK. collardandcollard.com #piano