My Default Apps at the End of 2024
As I did in 2023, here's my app defaults at the end of 2024. ⚠️ Spoiler - not much has changed.
Use Of Weapons
The 3rd book in the Ian M Banks' Culture series. I really couldn't get into this one, so abandoned it half way through.
The Cost of Self-Hosting
Since playing around with Android and trying to get some self-hosted services running, I've been thinking about the costs of self-hosting. Ironically, I think the cost to my wallet is the least of them.
It's Good to Talk
I recently had a great email exchange with Herman Martinus of BearBlog fame and wanted to talk about that a little bit more.
I'm Back on iOS
Yes, you read that right, folks. I've decided to flip myself back to team Apple and have ditched my new Pixel 8.
Why I Think Nextcloud Is Shit
I've tried Nextcloud a few times over the years, but every time I do, I end up coming away thinking it's shit. Here's why...
How to Add an RSS Feed to Your Kirby Blog
Here's a quick and simple way of adding an RSS feed to your Kirby based blog without using plugins.
On Substack & Blogging
Manu writes about his opinions on Substack vs blogging and owning your content. I heartily agree!
The Player Of Games
The 2nd book in Banks' culture series. I enjoyed this book, but found it quite predictable.
I'm Switching Back to Android
A few days ago I wrote about how I was thinking about a switch to the Farephone 5. I've now made a decision and ordered a new phone, but it's not the Fairphone.
I’ve Been Thinking About a Switch to the Fairphone 5
I've recently been thinking about a switch to the Fairphone 5, but after some research, I'm not sure it's worth it?
A Royal Fishy Fuck Up
I recently added 5 new fish to my cichlid aquarium, but I managed to make a royal fuck up along the way.
AMA - Do I See a Future for the Federated Web
In this AMA post, Nigel asks me about the about the federated web and whether I think there's a future for it. It's an interesting question as I'm heavily involved in the federated web by running this blog, as well as Fosstodon and 500.Social.
A Nun Answers Questions
I watched this video last night and I was utterly enthralled throughout the entire thing. In this video, a nun answers random questions all about her life, religion and a all kinds of other stuff.
Lonesome Crown
The final book in The Five Warrior Angels trilogy. It's another long book, but I enjoyed it a lot.
Repairing My Sony Ear Buds
A couple days ago I wrote about how my Sony ear buds were dead and how I was on the hunt for a replacement pair. I ended up replacing the batteries instead, but did it work?
My Sony Ear Buds Are Dead
Two and a half years ago, almost to the day, I bought my Sony WF-1000XM4 ear buds, but now they won't hold a charge, so I'm on the hunt for new ones.
AMA - How Do I Cope With Everything
This is the second AMA post I've written. I'm currently sat on a flight to Florida, so I'm wading through these to help quell the boredom.
AMA - Do I Have Faith In Humanity
I recently mentioned on Mastodon that I decided to take part in the AMA challenge that's doing the rounds, this first question comes from Brandon.
Year 2 at the Smallholding
We recently passed 2 years at our 2.5 acre smallholding. It's been another busy year where we got loads done; here's what we've been up to.