![]() Monday’s news seems to be an admission that Group Nine couldn’t find a company it wanted to buy, or that wanted to be acquired. At the beginning of this year, it had created a blank-check SPAC company - the same mechanism BuzzFeed used to go public and buy Complex. Axios, the newsletter publisher created by veterans from Politico, was in talks with German publisher Axel Springer before that deal fell through.Īnd Group Nine itself wanted to acquire other companies. Wishing doesn’t make it so: The Athletic, the subscription-supported website focused on sports, has been looking for buyers for some time, but can’t find one that will pay the price it wants. And Dotdash, the digital publishing arm owned by Barry Diller’s IAC, just swallowed magazine publisher Meredith and its library of titles, including much of what used to be called Time Inc. Vice Media CEO Nancy Dubuc, who bought Refinery 29 in 2019, has also made it clear that she thinks her industry should consolidate. Two years ago, Vox Media bought New York Magazine, and has been periodically picking up small media companies - last month, for instance, it picked up podcast studio Criminal Productions. The flip side: If we don’t combine, we may not make it.Īnd now the mashups are happening, one way or another.īuzzFeed, for instance, had already acquired HuffPost, the digital publisher Peretti had co-founded before launching his own company he and Group Nine CEO Ben Lerer had previously talked about combining their two companies. ![]() The optimistic version of that pitch: Combining equals more reach, more efficiency, more awesomeness. The new deal shows that you don’t have to be public to buy a media company: Vox is private, and so is Group Nine.īut the mechanics of the deal - we can talk about some of those in a minute - are less important than the big picture: Collectively, the men and women who run digital media companies have been talking about combining with each other for some time. The BuzzFeed-Complex deal came as BuzzFeed went public, a move its CEO Jonah Peretti said he wanted to make because it would help him acquire more media companies. That deal announcement, first reported in the Wall Street Journal and then confirmed via a companywide email shortly after, comes days after BuzzFeed finished up buying Complex Networks, the publisher aimed at dudes who like hip-hop and sneakers. That’s the takeaway from Monday’s news that Vox Media - my employer - is close to acquiring Group Nine, the publisher behind outlets like The Dodo and NowThis. And now four digital media companies are turning into two.
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![]() They evaluated people’s responses and the overall setup against seven privacy-by-design principles, including the principle that apps should use the most secure option be default. They found that “rather than promoting choice” the different options available “have the potential to create confusion for users”. Researchers at University College London asked a small group of people (just 22 in total half had used the app before) to test Telegram’s chat features and then explain how its encryption worked. This mix of different chat types might not be that easy to understand. He added he wouldn’t “cripple” Telegram by making it end-to-end encrypted by default and removing other features such as channels. “The minority which doesn't want any of that and wants to maximise security at the expense of usability is welcome to use Secret Chats on Telegram – or install any of the apps that only have Secret Chats and nothing on top,” he wrote. “If you think you need a separate app for that feature only, installing it might make sense for you.”ĭurov also believes most people want more features rather than the greater levels of privacy end-to-end encryption offers. “Signal represents one feature of Telegram, which is Secret Chats,” Durov wrote on Telegram when questioned about why the app didn’t use end-to-end encryption by default. ![]() So why doesn’t Telegram use end-to-end encryption by default? Durov has argued it’s because Telegram is a “feature-rich” app. The Secret Chat function also stops messages being forwarded and has options for self-destructing messages. In a list of conversations, those that are end-to-end encrypted show a padlock symbol. When starting a message, Secret Chat needs to be selected and the person you are messaging has to be online. To turn on a Secret Chat you need to start a new message (even if you have previously messaged a contact in a non-encrypted way). These only work on one of your devices – if you start a Secret Chat on your phone it is only available there, it’s not stored in the cloud. Telegram does offer some limited end-to-end encryption for chats between two people. This also means that the messages you send are stored on its servers – the company says messages in cloud chats are “theoretically” accessible. Telegram’s cloud setup means that the company is able to show and sync your messages across desktop and smartphone apps in real time. Groups, channels, and one-to-one chats use its ‘cloud’ encryption while only Secret Chats between two individuals use end-to-end encryption. Telegram says it uses two types of encryption for content sent on its platform: cloud-based and end-to-end. So what does Telegram’s encryption look like? But it's only messaging within Secret Chats where end-to-end encryption is available. (Voice calls and video calls are end-to-end encrypted by default, the company says). Chats between individuals are, of course, also possible and the app features video calls and group voice conversations as well. Telegram also has group chats, which can have a maximum of 200,000 members and largely work in the same way as group chats on other messaging platforms. Bloomberg’s official channel (with more than 84,000 subscribers) pushes out the latest news, while an unofficial xkcd channel posts comics straight after they’re published. ![]() ![]() Everyone can see the messages and the channel essentially acts as a feed of posts from administrators (comments can be turned on but they’re largely used for broadcasting messages). In channels, which can be public or private and have an unlimited number of members, administrators send out messages to everyone that has subscribed. These can involve thousands of people at once and are different from the one-to-one chats and group conversations that are primarily used by its rivals.Ī core part of Telegram are its “one-to-many” broadcast channels. Within Telegram there are a few different types of messaging options. To understand why Telegram isn’t end-to-end encrypted by default, you need to look at how the app works. If you recently made the switch to Telegram, here’s what you need to know about its encryption. Facebook is currently in the process of changing its infrastructure so all chats on Instagram and Facebook Messenger use end-to-end encryption and Zoom made it available on video calls following a privacy backlash in October 2020. End-to-end encryption is becoming the norm on messaging services. Since WhatsApp turned on end-to-end encryption by default for more than a billion people in 2016, there’s been an increase in the use of the technology to protect people’s privacy. Additionally, the disc contains a mini-game where the player can form a team of characters from the 3 scenarios and battle against varying enemies. The disc contains videos, music artwork etc. This bonus disc was only available in Japan to customers who has bought all 3 scenarios of Shining Force III. Characters from Scenario One can also be found for use in Scenario Two, although this was obviously only important for the Japanese version of the game. Other familiar elements are also included, such as the class level up system and hidden unlockable characters. Shining Force III Scenario One took the series into a 3D world, but with the same isometric strategic battle system as the older MegaDrive/Genesis games. However, English fan translations do exist. All three games were released in Japan, but only Scenario One was released in the United States and Europe. Their leaders were Max, later a member of the fourth Shining Force, and Anri, later queen of Guardiana. They were formed to defeat the forces of Runefaust which were being controlled by Darksol in order to revive Dark Dragon. Scenario Three - 'Bulzome Rising' was a continuation of the character of Julian the mercenary, and was the definitive ending to the trilogy, rather than simply a different view point. The first incarnation of the Shining Force appeared in the first game of the Shining Force sub-series. Scenario Two - 'Target: Child of God' showed the game from the perspective of Prince Medion and the struggles of the Empire of Destonia. Shining Force III was thus known as 'Scenario One - God Warrior of the Kingdom' and focused on the journey of Synbios and the struggles of the Republic of Aspinia. It was designed as a trilogy, split into three different games, in order to show the different perspectives of major characters. ( See more.Shining Force III is a strategy RPG that was created for the Sega Saturn by Camelot Software Planning. During the events of the game, Astral is already some seventy years old, marked by his gnarled features and flowing white beard. Nothing is revealed of Astral's family or earlier life, although it is said that throughout his life he has traveled throughout the world of Rune and had many adventures and was even a great warrior in his youth. Although he is not a member of the Shining Force, he is their greatest ally. Although a non-playable character, Astral's actions are nevertheless central to the plot of the game. Sir Astral is a non-playable character (or NPC) in Shining Force II: Ancient Sealing. Upload some images on your computer and add it to the wiki!.Add categories to uncategorized articles!.Help out our stubs by adding more information.When creating a new article, make sure it is spelled correctly!.Take a tour to our Manual of Style to learn how to become a fantastic editor!.If an article has yet to be created, use this box to create an article. Looking for a way to help out? Feel free to edit the wiki and make it better and more informative! However, Bermuda is currently trying to make some changes to the wiki until then, this is a one-man operation. New Start - FebruThe wiki has come to an inactive point, meaning there are no active users. 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![]() That is strange as I’ve experienced the opposite, the Ableton plugs are much easier on my cpu but I still go with fab filter stuff I was also interested if others had seen similar results with other 3rd party plugins vs native ableton equivalents. These results will probably mean I stick to what I know (from Cubase days) and use the Fabfilter. I'm not having a dig at Ableton with this, just surprised me, and I was about to go ahead and keep using EQ8 in all my projects. This seems to add a 1% load but does no impact the overall results when you are looking at multiple instances. One instance will always be visible, to emulate the EQ8 which will only be displaying one instance. Not too sure what you mean my 'do your ProQ instances are displayed?". I retested the 128 tracks with the EQ8 spectogram off, and it made no difference, same CPU Oversampling was not on. So, I tried to compare apples with apples.or should that be granny smiths with golden dillicious - EQ8 was set up with 8 bands, a 4x cut in the bottom and adjustment on every band (exactly the same was done for Fabfilter Q2.or as close as I could get) What has been the experience from others in this regards.this surprised me. This has got me rethinking my logic on trying to use only native Fx/instruments to keep cpu usage down. 1st column is cpu with no fx, then with native EQ, then with Fabfilter. Test was with an Audio track with one wav loop playing in the track (from 1-128 tracks duplicated). TracksĚudio onlyĚudio/Native EQ Audio/Fabfilter Q2ğabfilter vs Native EQ My results are below, seem to indicate that Fabfilter Q2 is around 50% more efficient (taking the higher instances as more accurate a measure): I had assumed that the native EQ would be lower cpu usage, with the general assumption that native Ableton fx and instruments will be generally lower (since they were developed only for Ableton). I have recently committed to working only in Live (after being a 24 year veteran of Cubase), to align with my drive to perfecting my live gigs. I swear I don't work for Image Line, haha.I just did a quick test on the cpu load of Ableton EQ vs Fabfilter Q2. This probably comes off as a massive advert for FL Studio, but that's just how I personally feel about the program. ![]() They even blatantly propagate the myth that their mixer "sounds better" than any other DAW in a promotional video for 9.5. I haven't looked at what they've added in Cubase 9.5, but Cubase 9 addressed basically none of the long standing complaints about Cubase 8. Steinberg, on the other hand, really put me off. They are very engaged with their user base overall through their official forums, and they are continuously pumping out improvements to their software, both feature-wise and under-the-hood performance optimizations. But FL has some advantages over Cubase as well, like automation clips.Īudio Quality: The myth that audio quality varies per DAW has been thoroughly debunked.Ĭompany: Image Line is a company that I feel great about supporting. The only areas I can think of where Cubase gets a slight edge is in the ease of sidechaining to VST plugins and adding post-fader insert FX. Mixing & Mastering: FL Studio doesn't have any major limitations here. But it's totally doable, and Image Line are continuously improving this area with updates. Recording Vocals and Live Instruments: Admittedly, FL Studio still doesn't have the greatest audio recording workflow. And, if you're lacking music theory knowledge, and you really need some extra help making chord progressions, you can always grab Cthulhu for forty bucks, which probably destroys Cubase's Chord Tracks anyway. Its Piano Roll is widely acclaimed as one of the best MIDI editors in any DAW. MIDI Composition: FL is great for MIDI composition. If you know of any more, send a mod mail!Īs a former Cubase user, I recommend FL Studio. r/JunkFolder - post unfinished tracks here for others to finish If you're here, chances are you've heard of other similar subreddits, but in case you haven't, check these out. Intro to Mixing in FLStudio by /u/by-any-other-name Want to discuss plugins, VST's, and the like?ġ00+ Awesome Free Online Resources For Music Producers If you violate any of these rules you will either receive a warning or a timed ban Manual! 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This will help you determine what type of fastener is needed to secure it in place when installing it in an RV compartment doorframe. Step 4: Locate any mounting holes on either side of the compartment lock and measure their distance apart using your ruler or measuring tape. Step 3: Measure the width of the compartment lock at its widest point using your ruler or measuring tape. Record this measurement in your notebook. Step 2: Measure the length of the compartment lock from its widest point with your ruler or measuring tape. Step 1: Gather the necessary tools for measuring, including a ruler or measuring tape and a paper or notebook to record measurements. Make sure that all measurements match up before purchasing a new lock so that it fits properly in your RV compartment door! Once you have all these measurements, you can use them to find an exact replacement for your current RV compartment lock online or at a local hardware store. Then, measure across each side of the latch and write down those measurements as well. Measure from the center of one mounting hole to the other using a ruler or measuring tape. Then tighten down the bolt and screw to complete the installation.To measure the RV compartment lock, you will need to first determine the size of your existing latch or lock. Make any adjustments to the latch and adjustment washer as needed. Use the key to test the position and motion of the latch to make sure it locks correctly. Use a screw driver to attach the screw to the end that holds the latch and adjustment washer in place. Be sure to position each in the same orientation as the one you removed. Place the adjusting washer and latch on to the end of the lock. Step 6: Attach the latch and adjusting washer.Thread the new nut on the back of the bolt and finger tighten it to secure the lock. If you ordered a lock cover, then that will need to be installed between the lock and the door as well. If your new lock comes with a rubber washer, be sure to place it between the lock and the door to prevent water from leaking in. Position the new lock in the hole and insert it from the front side of the cabinet door. Slide the lock out from the front of the compartment door. Use an adjustable wrench to unscrew the thin nut on the back holding the lock in place. Take note of the placement of the adjusting washer so you can position the new one correctly. Use a screw driver to remove the latch (cam) and adjusting washer from the back of the lock. After the first lock or two, the rest should only take a few minutes each. Repeat these steps for each CH751 lock you want to replace. Here’s a video that will tell you more about them. In early 2020, I had a chance to drop in to their store in Palmdale to see how the locks were made. I ordered my replacement CH751 locks from them a long time ago and have been very pleased with their product and service. Customized options and quantities are very limited. ![]() ![]() Note: Ordering CH751 replacement locks like these on Amazon is another option, but I don’t recommend it. It doesn’t matter how many locks you order, you’ll have one key that opens them all. Each kit is customized specifically for your RV. They are a small locksmith located in Palmdale, California that also sells CH751 lock replacement kits for RV owners. Industrial Lock and Hardware is your best option. Ordering Online from Industrial Lock and Hardware? Also, the latch part of the lock (cam) can also have different bends and curves in it. The lock depth will vary based on the thickness of the compartment door. You’ll probably notice some variations in each one. Take a look at each of your compartment locks. 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With the V3X, Mathews took that idea a step further and cut a dovetail hole through the center of the riser. Low Profile Fully Rigged Low Profile quiver mount on the V3X. Last year, Hoyt came out with a Picatinny rail attached to the front of its risers to which a bow sight can be attached, which eliminated the need for bolting a sight arm to the side of the riser. And this is where the V3X really takes flight.īesides the rest, the other bow accessories that typically mount to the outside of a compound bow are the sight and quiver. Turns out, the integrated rest mounts Mathews first put on its flagship compound bows a few years ago was the initial step in an effort to streamline bow accessories. These rests clamp onto the dovetails, which eliminates the need for a traditional rest arm and mounting bolt that screws into a Berger hole on the side of the riser. The Mathews V3Xs maintain the dovetails cut into the backs of the risers for mounting integrated arrow rests. The Switchweight mod system is a stroke of genius. There’s no changing limbs to change the peak draw weight, no sliding draw stops to affect letoff, and no rotating modules to change draw length. Then, if I want to change that same bow to a 70-pound max draw weight, with a 30-inch draw length and 80-percent letoff, all I have to do is find the module that meets those specs and swap them for my originals. If I want a bow that shoots 60 pounds max, with a draw length of 29.5 inches and 85 percent letoff, there’s a specific mod that meets all those specs. With this system, draw length, draw weight, and letoff all are controlled by mods attached to the cam. Recognizing their golden goose, Mathews once again utilized its Switchweight module system for the V3X. The risers are long and rigid, which are qualities that target archers look for in a good compound bow. ![]() That helps them to hold like a dream at full draw. The risers are just a tick shorter than the bows’ overall axle-to-axle lengths. That helps the cams perform identically.īoth V3Xs also maintain the long risers employed by the V3s. If there were customers who felt the V3-27 or the V3-31 were too short, now they have the V3X-29 and V3X-33.īoth models use the same cams as the V3 and both employ the V3-introduced, downward-angled cable arm called the “Centerguard” cable containment arm, which puts the cable rollers in the middle of the string so that the load from the cables put on the top cam is equal to the load put on the bottom cam. They did a quick about-face when they insisted on shooting the V3, just to see what all the hype was about, and discovered that was the bow they liked best.įor 2022, Mathews is trying to reel in some customers it missed in 2021 by offering the V3X in lengths of 29 and 33 inches. I distinctly remember two customers who came in saying from the get-go that they would not buy the V3. I watched customer after customer in the Lancaster Archery Supply pro shop shoot the V3 next to a host of other bows, and they almost invariably picked the V3. Available in axle-to-axle lengths of 27 and 31 inches, it was easily one of the nicest shooting bows on the market last year-it drew nice, held nice, and was fast enough. The V3 of 2021 was a smooth-shooting, accurate, dead-in-your-hand bow that Mathews sold by the truckload last year. The 2021 V3 The V3X low profile sight mount. Cam: Crosscentric with Switchweight Technology. |
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