What do Grown Ups buy ?

[tp4tissue]

Asking all the adult doods/etts of gekha.

Beyond the basics, which purchases occur?

[udller]

just more expensive versions of daily nessesities. i spent 90 dollars on socks a few weeks ago.

[noisyturtle]

lawyers

[Leslieann]

just more expensive versions of daily nessesities. i spent 90 dollars on socks a few weeks ago.

This..
Nicer clothes, newer/nicer phone, better insurance, etc.

[TomahawkLabs]

As an adult parent spend a lot of money on my kids (activities, etc) but I also am old enough and in a more consistent place in life that I also got a car I think is fun and more than just transport. Otherwise a lot of my money goes into “good” food. Meaning fresh fruit and veg along with the “good” cuts of meat like roasts and such.

[tp4tissue]

Maybe Tp4 just lacks imagination, but having played with so much "stuffs" aka "techno-crap". Tp4 understands the depth of most electronic to the extent that, he perceives the pinnacle cost items as little added value to their more average counterparts.

Are you guys buying expensive (better) items, mostly OUTSIDE of tech ?

[tp4tissue]

lawyers

Pulling an Elon? How many females was it this time NT, how many?

[TomahawkLabs]

Are you guys buying expensive (better) items, mostly OUTSIDE of tech ?

Yes. I have 2 kids in grade school who are both in activities. I don’t have a whole lot of free time on my hands for hobbies between housework, parenting, and spousal duties. My kid plays on my gaming PC more than I do. So the incentive to “invest” further is limited. However, I gotta eat, so I buy quality food. I am fortunate to have the space and resources to buy a share of a cow or a whole lamb from a local farmer. I also am able to get fresh fruits and vegetables. I also have to drive around so I bought a car that was for fun and function despite it having higher operating costs than my last car.

So I spend my hobby money in other areas of my life where I will find value/enjoyment.

[noisyturtle]

Honestly, 3/4 of my money goes to food and housing. About as adult as you can get.

[chyros]

Lately, a lot of it goes to mood lighting, effect lights, blacklights, and fluorescent paint xD .

[tp4tissue]

Lately, a lot of it goes to mood lighting, effect lights, blacklights, and fluorescent paint xD .

Marijuana farming?

[TomahawkLabs]

Lately, a lot of it goes to mood lighting, effect lights, blacklights, and fluorescent paint xD .

I see one's already stocked up on the mind altering substances lol.

[Sniping]

i've mostly moved away from buying tech. i've been looking at/buying clothes a lot lately. absolutely a luxury but really direct influence on how people perceive you/how you wish to be perceived at a surface level. buying good meals is another great way to spend money. shows/concerts, travel.

[mohawk1367]

keyboards

[chyros]

Lately, a lot of it goes to mood lighting, effect lights, blacklights, and fluorescent paint xD .

I see one's already stocked up on the mind altering substances lol.

*_*

[mohawk1367]

Lately, a lot of it goes to mood lighting, effect lights, blacklights, and fluorescent paint xD .

I see one's already stocked up on the mind altering substances lol.

*_*

chyrosran opens his third eye and sees that smith corona leaf spring is the perfect switch

[tp4tissue]

77 inch samsung oled.  It's a m0ar better version of what tp4 already owns.

Thoughts?

Plan B, wait for Elon to say something crazy on twitter, then load up on TSLA.

[mohawk1367]

77 inch samsung oled.  It's a m0ar better version of what tp4 already owns.

Thoughts?

Plan B, wait for Elon to say something crazy on twitter, then load up on TSLA.

idk anything about displays ive only bought a monitor once and i just got what r/buildapc told me to get

[chyros]

Lately, a lot of it goes to mood lighting, effect lights, blacklights, and fluorescent paint xD .

I see one's already stocked up on the mind altering substances lol.

*_*

Yes, I am now Buddha and the leaf springs are the perfect Nirvana... Ommmmm.

chyrosran opens his third eye and sees that smith corona leaf spring is the perfect switch

[tp4tissue]

idk anything about displays ive only bought a monitor once and i just got what r/buildapc told me to get

Perfect, they don't know anything about displays either.  Which one did you get?

[TomahawkLabs]

Perfect, they don't know anything about displays either.  Which one did you get?

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What are your thoughts on Rtings.com? I used them as a reference when looking for a 3440x1440 high refresh monitor. I ended up with a Dell S3422DWQG. I really enjoy it, I haven't done any color correction or calibration. As far as the casual gaming I do, it's more than fine and when playing RDR2 i'm pushing 75-90 fps in most locations so I am using some of the refresh bandwidth I have.

[Rhienfo]

77 inch samsung oled.  It's a m0ar better version of what tp4 already owns.

Thoughts?

Plan B, wait for Elon to say something crazy on twitter, then load up on TSLA.

I don't think you should invest in such an overvalued company like tesla, especially with the cybertruck and other ****ty decisions that are being made by a manchild.

[noisyturtle]

77 inch samsung oled.  It's a m0ar better version of what tp4 already owns.

Thoughts?

Plan B, wait for Elon to say something crazy on twitter, then load up on TSLA.

I don't think you should invest in such an overvalued company like tesla, especially with the cybertruck and other ****ty decisions that are being made by a manchild.

My brother made 7 figures off Tesla stock years ago, but I wouldn't bet on it these days.

[tp4tissue]

Tsla is worth at least 5x its current stock price given the technologies at its command, for the portfolio, it really depends on whether its subsidiaries are spun off into separate companies with their own stock later on.

If you have millions, it's TSLA all the way since there's very little downside.  but if investment cap is less than millions, there are somewhat more attractive gains possible in semi-conductor, because it has more short term volatility.

[TomahawkLabs]

Tsla is worth at least 5x its current stock price given the technologies at its command, for the portfolio, it really depends on whether its subsidiaries are spun off into separate companies with their own stock later on.

If you have millions, it's TSLA all the way since there's very little downside.  but if investment cap is less than millions, there are somewhat more attractive gains possible in semi-conductor, because it has more short term volatility.

I have a buddy who is into Tesla. He maintains they are an energy company fronting as an automotive manufacture. We suspect Tesla will stop making cars and shift to being an OEM supplier for the giants as they already have the contracts with battery manufacturing and materials, plus the RND into EVs that others don't have. Tesla cars are no longer the only EV nor are they the best. I don't see Tesla going anywhere anytime soon.

[mohawk1367]

Tsla is worth at least 5x its current stock price given the technologies at its command, for the portfolio, it really depends on whether its subsidiaries are spun off into separate companies with their own stock later on.

If you have millions, it's TSLA all the way since there's very little downside.  but if investment cap is less than millions, there are somewhat more attractive gains possible in semi-conductor, because it has more short term volatility.

I have a buddy who is into Tesla. He maintains they are an energy company fronting as an automotive manufacture. We suspect Tesla will stop making cars and shift to being an OEM supplier for the giants as they already have the contracts with battery manufacturing and materials, plus the RND into EVs that others don't have. Tesla cars are no longer the only EV nor are they the best. I don't see Tesla going anywhere anytime soon.

fr? i feel like i only see more teslas every year in my area and occasionally an EV6 or something. people still have the idea in their mind that they're THE ev manufacturer and everything else is lower class. the wealthy and elon's millions of meatriders will continue to buy them

[tp4tissue]

They already have very mature utility scale technologies, and what they don't have, they can buy from the germans, whereas most other companies can't just easily acquire components for buildout.

[TomahawkLabs]

fr? i feel like i only see more teslas every year in my area and occasionally an EV6 or something. people still have the idea in their mind that they're THE ev manufacturer and everything else is lower class. the wealthy and elon's millions of meatriders will continue to buy them

You see more and more because you are also seeing used Teslas which are entering the 30k range so people can actually buy them (remember when the Cybertruck was originally supposed to MSRP for 31k for a 2wd and now it's 61k and you can't get it for another year anyways. The only one they are building now is the 100k+ AWD performance model "Beast"). In a not to distant future we will find our first major hurdle with EVs, which is battery replacements. Currently you can spend 5-8k and get a decent ICE car that will get you from point A to point B with little fuss. What does a gadget on wheels that needs a 10k-15k battery replacement (not counting other wear and tear/electronic failures) look like in the second hand market and will anyone want a tesla that only holds 50% battery?

Toyota and Subaru are already making a joint EV effort, V.A.G. is already deep into EV development with the bus and who knows what else, Korea seems to have leaned into the EV market with Ioniq, GM also is investing in EV as well as Ford and Dodge. Going more niche you have the performance division of Volvo (Polestar) going full EV and are set to release their 3rd EV shortly with the Polestar 3. Which will bring more options to the market as well.

I think we missed the Plug in Hybrid step like the Chevy Volt. Give me a 50-80 mile battery pack and a gas/diesel generator for longer trips. I want EV motors but want the range of an ICE car + quick fill ups. My daily commute is like 3 miles there and 3 back so an EV with short range makes sense for me. Living in the midwest I often have to travel hundreds of miles to visit families or get to larger city hubs, etc. I also like to hike so there isn't an option to drive an EV to a state park and plug it in while you hike. Also, mega cold here 5-6 months out of the year so battery performance takes a massive hit.

[Leslieann]

We suspect Tesla will stop making cars and shift to being an OEM supplier for the giants as they already have the contracts with battery manufacturing and materials, plus the RND into EVs that others don't have. Tesla cars are no longer the only EV nor are they the best. I don't see Tesla going anywhere anytime soon.

People have been claiming this for quite a long time.

Tesla is over valued, period.
I do see them exiting cars though, it's too much of a hassle and they have yet to get a good grasp on it (panel gaps anyone?), the cars themselves are junk with a pretty good driveline.

Can they transition to being a supplier, maaaybe.
The big three are TERRIBLE at technology and honestly, they have zero intention of wanting to correct the problem, but they also HAAAAATE having an outsider design or manage their drivelines. I suspect that within the next 20 years, 2 of the big three may be dead along with a few other major manufacturers, Tesla exits the car market and becomes a power company (solar/power walls and superchargers, not drivetrains) and we see several newcomers to the electric car industry that just wipe them out. That and their own dealerships may cause their downfall...

The thing to remember with Tesla as an OEM supplier is that motors are pretty simple and the batteries actually are too. It's literally NOT rocket science. People have been building and rebuilding these types of batteries, motors and charging systems for years. What Tesla really gets right is the software and marketing side.

[tp4tissue]

So looking at the oled. It's pretty good. Is tp4 ruining the planet by buying one though. He has other tvs.

[tp4tissue]

Got back from the bestbuy
 
Have to say the 77 inch isn't actually that big. NEITHER IS THE 83.

[tp4tissue]

Samsung s89c s90c sony a95l a95k. decisions

The x95 sony is actually kinda cool and bigger. Buhhhhh doesn't have the color pop

[iri]

Tesla cars are no longer the only EV

I think I like this

[tp4tissue]

Tp4 has never understood the coveting of cars, 99% of the time, people are driving to work, it's a slave-mobile. The carrier of a wasted life. To diminish one's own aspiration for the inane excess of others and societies. Don't be fooled by marketing.

[Leslieann]

Tp4 has never understood the coveting of cars, 99% of the time, people are driving to work, it's a slave-mobile. The carrier of a wasted life. To diminish one's own aspiration for the inane excess of others and societies. Don't be fooled by marketing.

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You're describing commuter cars, boring.
Don't get me wrong, boring is good for a commuter it always gets you from A to B without any drama but there's a reason certain cars draw a fanbase even if they're not the most reliable.

Some cars almost have a personality and become like an old friend (or enemy), others are just a way to vent frustrations and forget the day as you row through the gears screaming down the on ramp.

[fohat.digs]

never mind

[tp4tissue]

Having trouble deciding between 77 inch Samsung or LG oled.

Sams has way better colors, lg has more mature panels and works better during the day (polarizer layer looks darker).

[mohawk1367]

Tp4 has never understood the coveting of cars, 99% of the time, people are driving to work, it's a slave-mobile. The carrier of a wasted life. To diminish one's own aspiration for the inane excess of others and societies. Don't be fooled by marketing.

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you're describing cheap low end daily drivers lol

[TomahawkLabs]

You're describing commuter cars, boring.
Don't get me wrong, boring is good for a commuter it always gets you from A to B without any drama but there's a reason certain cars draw a fanbase even if they're not the most reliable.

Some cars almost have a personality and become like an old friend (or enemy), others are just a way to vent frustrations and forget the day as you row through the gears screaming down the on ramp.

That is where I am at with my spouse. I drive an 08 Subaru Legacy GT Spec.B. I love this, it's the most fun I've ever had behind the wheel. She sees cars as tools to get from A to B. I see them more as physical manifestation of art/passion. Every car company has their own flair and style which makes them unique. The sounds, vibrations, etc illicit emotions I do not feel elsewhere. Rowing through the gears, hearing the engine spin up faster and faster. Even hearing the "chooooo" sound after I let of the throttle when the pressurized air in the turbo system is released to atmosphere makes me smile like a little kid.

Then I drive her car, which gets better mileage, seats 7 comfortably, technically more power, etc. It's boring and a hate it. Engine is attached to a CVT so engine speeds stay around 2k regardless of speed or acceleration (unless you are hard accelerating). It took all the emotion out of the driving experience in the name of "comfort" or whatever.

[noisyturtle]

Merc E53 AMG Wagon is the ultimate grocery-getter. If I had a family and money, that's probably what I'd get.

[tp4tissue]

Merc E53 AMG Wagon is the ultimate grocery-getter. If I had a family and money, that's probably what I'd get.

These are hard to park.

[mohawk1367]

Merc E53 AMG Wagon is the ultimate grocery-getter. If I had a family and money, that's probably what I'd get.

wagons are baller, id have an RS6 Avant or an AMG wagon

Edit: actually probably the AMG, if i lived alone id have the RS6

[MordeKonno]

Honestly, 3/4 of my money goes to food and housing. About as adult as you can get.

Same crap. Can I go back to childhood? 

[tp4tissue]

Don't think the 77 inch is big enough.

Sat in front of 1 for a long while today. It's honestly no bigger than a 50 inch tv (fullfield crop) when watching 2.3:1 aspect ratio movies, which is most movies.

Even the 83 inch barely makes any difference. Can't afford 97" oled unfortunately.

[ArchDill]

After years of refusing to want one, I got an iPad Pro and Apple pencil. It has changed my work flow professionally and it is fun!

[tp4tissue]

After years of refusing to want one, I got an iPad Pro and Apple pencil. It has changed my work flow professionally and it is fun!

https://www.amazon.com/HUION-Battery-Free-Anti-Glare-Laminated-Multi-Touch/dp/B0CP7TNB8T/ref=sr_1_5?crid=5WYQNCTSKW2Z&keywords=drawing+tablet+27+inch&qid=1706069920&sprefix=drawing+tablet+27+inc%2Caps%2C64&sr=8-5

[Rhienfo]

After years of refusing to want one, I got an iPad Pro and Apple pencil. It has changed my work flow professionally and it is fun!

The ipads are pretty cool, I borrow my sisters for drawing and it's pretty intuitive with procreate.

[mohawk1367]

After years of refusing to want one, I got an iPad Pro and Apple pencil. It has changed my work flow professionally and it is fun!

i remember using my dads to try and learn kanji

that ended up like most of the things i try to learn

[tp4tissue]

After years of refusing to want one, I got an iPad Pro and Apple pencil. It has changed my work flow professionally and it is fun!

i remember using my dads to try and learn kanji

that ended up like most of the things i try to learn

Why does anyone need to know kanji, just marry chinese wife. Then she can part time for the CIA decrypting CCTV 1 news.

[mohawk1367]

After years of refusing to want one, I got an iPad Pro and Apple pencil. It has changed my work flow professionally and it is fun!

i remember using my dads to try and learn kanji

that ended up like most of the things i try to learn

Why does anyone need to know kanji, just marry chinese wife. Then she can part time for the CIA decrypting CCTV 1 news.

my Spanish class at school was giving extra credit if we put effort into learning a language on our own time and i chose japanese because I'm dumb and i should have just done french or something (i didn't learn anything but i still got the grade)