Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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What is Git Rebase and How Is it Different than Merging?
Merging and rebasing accomplish similar goals, but go about them in different ways. Both help manage working with branches and collaborating with multiple people, but they’re not interchangeable, and rebasing can be harmful if not done properly. What’s The Deal With Rebasing? Rebasing is very complicated, so it’s important to understand how git works under the…
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How to Buy a TV for Gaming in 2020
Anton27/Shutterstock Display technology has come a long way in a decade. If you want a TV for video games, including a next-gen console and PC titles, your needs are quite different from the average shopper. The Importance of HDMI 2.1 The next generation of consoles and high-end PC graphics cards is here. Sony and Microsoft…
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Is a Smartwatch Worth It?
A smartwatch might seem like a solution in search of a problem, but it’s easy to forget that people had similar attitudes towards iPads, smartphones and just about any new device that quickly becomes indispensable. So is a smartwatch worth it? For most of their history the answer has been “no” for most users, but…
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How To Use Google Maps Incognito Mode On An Android Device
Did you know that Google Maps has an Incognito mode, just like in Google Chrome? And here too, there are legitimate reasons to use the private mode. By default, Google Maps keeps a track of all your movements, and it’s available to Google family members and trusted contacts. But what if you want to hide…
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Der deutsche Einzelhandel bricht ein
Corona verschärft einen Trend, der dem Einzelhandel in den Innenstädten schwer zu schaffen macht: die Abwanderung der Kundschaft zum Internethandel. Im August lag das Minus bei fast 23 Prozent im Vergleich zum Vorjahr. Der Trend begann bereits vor ziemlich genau zwanzig Jahren: Seither verlieren Kaufhäuser und Einzelhändler in den Innenstädten Kundinnen und Kunden, und die…
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Robert Lewandowski gegen Hertha BSC: Wenn nichts mehr geht…
Der polnische Torjäger des FC Bayern München ist ein Phänomen. Immer, wenn es für seinen Verein in der Fußball-Bundesliga brenzlig wird, gelingen Lewandowski die entscheidenden Tore. Diesmal gleich vier gegen Hertha BSC. 241, 167, 103 und vier – das sind die Zahlen des Robert Lewandowski an diesem Bundesliga-Wochenende. Der Torjäger des FC Bayern war einmal…
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Warum Afrika ein neues Finanzsystem braucht
Wegen der Corona-Pandemie hoffen einige afrikanische Länder auf einen erneuten Schuldenerlass. Doch vielleicht müssen sie erst ein afrikanische Finanzsystem aufbauen, um ihre Lage grundsätzlich zu verbessern. Finanzminister in afrikanischen Ländern werden aufmerksam verfolgen, was gerade in Sambia passiert. Ende September gab das südafrikanische Land bekannt, es wolle mit seinen Gläubigern über einen zeitweisen Aufschub bei…
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This Gorgeous LEGO Version of Bilbo’s Hobbit Hole Might Come to Store Shelves
saabfan/LEGO Ideas We’ve covered LEGO Ideas before: It’s a system that lets independent LEGO creators submit their designs to LEGO and fans vote. If a design gets more than 10,000 votes, LEGO will consider making it into a retail set. The latest creation to pass that threshold is Bag End, Bilbo’s idyllic Shire home from…
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Modedesigner Kenzo Takada ist tot
Die Modebranche trauert um den japanischen Designer Kenzo Takada. Der international erfolgreiche Modeschöpfer starb im Alter von 81 Jahren an den Folgen einer Covid-19-Infektion. Kenzo Takada wurde 1939 geboren und wuchs mit sechs Geschwistern in einem Dorf nahe Himeji auf. Bereits als kleiner Junge war der zeichnerisch begabte Kenzo – inspiriert durch die Modezeitschriften, die seine Schwestern…
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Robert Lewandowski: Wenn nichts mehr geht…
Der polnische Torjäger des FC Bayern München ist ein Phänomen. Immer, wenn es für seinen Verein in der Fußball-Bundesliga brenzlig wird, gelingen Lewandowski die entscheidenden Tore. Diesmal gleich vier gegen Hertha BSC. 241, 167, 103 und vier – das sind die Zahlen des Robert Lewandowski an diesem Bundesliga-Wochenende. Der Torjäger des FC Bayern war einmal…
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How to Add World Clock and Time Zone Widgets to Your iPhone
When you work remotely or have friends and family who live in another country, it’s important to know what time it is across time zones. A world clock (or time zone) widget on your iPhone’s Home screen makes this much easier. We prefer the following options: World Clock widget: This built-in widget is analog-only and quite…
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If You’re a U.K. Healthcare Worker, You Can Play ‘Surgeon Simulator 2’ for Free
Bossa Studios Would you like to play a game that’s all about doing your job? I can’t say it appeals to me—lucky there’s no game called Technology Blogger Simulator. (Yet, anyway—the day is young.) But if you work for the United Kingdom’s National Health Service, you can play a few rounds of Surgeon Simulator 2…
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Google Maps’ AR Mode Is Getting a Bunch of New Features
Google Google Maps has a built-in AR mode called Live View that helps you get directions and find specific places by using your phone’s camera and overlaying them in the real world. In a recent post on the Google Blog, the company announced several new (or improved) features for Live View. Soon, it will also…
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How to Listen to Spotify Offline on a Samsung Watch
Smartwatches can be very handy when they allow you to leave your smartphone behind. Samsung Galaxy watches include several features that make this possible, including offline Spotify music playback. We’ll show you how to get it set up on your watch. Downloading music for offline listening is great for running and working out. You can…
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How to Send an Email with a Different “From” Address in Outlook
If you have multiple email accounts in Microsoft Outlook, you can change the “From” address in a new email. This is quicker than swapping to a different inbox, and lets you send emails from different addresses, even if they aren’t your own. Here’s how—with some caveats. Outlook lets you send emails from any account you’ve…
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How to Lock a Note with a Password or Touch ID in iOS
With the release of the latest version of iOS, you can now protect your notes in the Notes app using either a password or Touch ID. For me, this was really great news because I use the Notes app a lot on my iPhone, but hate the fact that I have to use a different…
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Common Smartphone Security Features and How They Work
There are several security functions on the average smartphone intended to protect your data from the outside world. Devices have always had several options for users to employ, but as mobile technology advances, the numbers of ways to unlock a smartphone only increase. Gone are the days when devices has only password, PIN, and pattern…
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Quick Tip: Bookmarklets Offer Bite-Size Functionality in Any Browser
rudall30/Shutterstock.com Sometimes you might want the occasional functionality of an extension without the hassle of downloading one or having it constantly bogging down your browser when you’re not using it. Bookmarklets are a perfect solution, as they are secure, lightweight, and frankly, fun. What Is a Bookmarklet? By definition, a bookmarklet is defined as “a…
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What’s the Difference Between a Carving Pumpkin and a Pie Pumpkin?
Jacqui Martin/Shutterstock You’ve gone to the pumpkin patch to choose the perfect shape and size for your carving extravaganza, but is this the same type of pumpkin you’d use for baking? There is, in fact, a difference between a pumpkin you carve and a pumpkin you can eat. Learn all about what sets these two…
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The Best Services to Cancel Unwanted Subscriptions and Negotiate Bills
Ivan Marc/Shutterstock.com You can find subscriptions for just about anything these days, and they can add up quickly if you lose track of them. Luckily, there are services that can find and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and even help negotiate lower rates for your bills and help you better manage your finances. RELATEDThe Best Chrome…
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How to See What Packages and Mail You Have Coming Before It Arrives
The United States Postal Service, UPS, and FedEx all offer online dashboards where you can see exactly what packages (and letters, in the case of the US Postal Service) are scheduled to arrive at your address. They’ll even email and send you text message notifications so you can stay on top of things. These are…
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Build a Better Apple One Bundle with Apps You Actually Use
evka119/Shutterstock Apple One bundles all the company’s services into one monthly payment, but is it a good deal? Let’s take a look! You can likely save some cash by creating your own bundle and avoiding Apple’s less popular services. What’s in Apple One? Apple One includes services like iCloud, Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade,…
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“Kanzlers Kunst”: Was Helmut und Loki Schmidt sammelten
Für Altbundeskanzler Helmut Schmidt und seine Frau Loki war die Kunst Teil ihres Lebens. Mit “Kanzlers Kunst” gewährt das Hamburger Barlach Haus Einblicke. “Kanzlers Kunst” im Hamburger Ernst Barlach Haus Emil Nolde: “Dahlien” Wie viele andere Expressionisten, so strebte auch Emil Nolde (1867-1956) nach Einheit von Leben und Kunst. Vielleicht war es das, was Loki…
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Corona-Impfstoff aus chilenischem Baum
Die Mapuche in Chile nutzen ihn traditionell als Heilpflanze. Nun werden die Wirkstoffe des Quillay-Baums aus Chile von dem amerikanischen Biotechunternehmen Novavax zur Entwicklung eines Covid 19 Impfstoffes benutzt. Der Quillaybaum wird von den Mapuche in Chile traditionell als Heilpflanze genutzt Beim Rennen um die Entwicklung eines Impfstoffes gegen COVID-19 spielt zurzeit eine chilenische Biotecfirma ganz vorne…
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