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AI is everywhere now - from thumbnail generation to script writing to voice cloning. Which AI tools have actually improved your workflow, and which ones feel like overhyped solutions looking for problems? Are you embracing AI assistance or worried about oversaturation? Let's have an honest discussion about the practical applications versus the fears.
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There are so many AI tools that can turbo-charge your workflow and content. These tools can help in time saving and in generating new ideas. It also helps in automating video editing too. ChatGPT and image-generation applications are some of the other common AI-driven applications that are mostly used by people. What's your go-to AI tools?
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It's great to see the team at Root has created a new change log page on their website. Will be easier to keep track and up to date on what has been updated for the Root app. Already there is a experimental Linux app for those of the users who are on the OSS. https://www.rootapp.com/changelogs/october-16-2025
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Not sure in what constitutes a frequent friend in order to have them listed within your DM listing. Maybe it's those that you interact with the most through VC or DM's?
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It's been one of those stories we've heard countless times, of how a channel is smacked with a copyright claim or strike that was fraudulent. Many cases it is from a company that doesn't even hold the copyright to the claimed work. These companies hold onto the idea of many creators not having the resources to fully research or fight back, so they simply comply and lose out on money that is being stolen from them. We also have on the other side of the coin of large companies taken advantage of YouTube's copyright system and using it in a way to stifle fair use procedure. Steve from Gamer's Nexus is a just one of the larger YouTube channels that has the resources to fight…
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Early access has become a major part of indie gaming culture, allowing players to experience games as they develop. Do you enjoy being part of a game's journey from alpha to release, or do you prefer waiting for the finished product? Share experiences with early access games that either exceeded expectations or left you disappointed, and discuss the pros and cons of this development model.
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AI is increasingly being used for thumbnails, scripts, editing, and more. How are you incorporating (or avoiding) AI in your creative process? What are the ethical considerations? Where do you draw the line?
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Just as the question states in the title, if you are not using a piece of software for a long period of time. Do you leave it installed on your devices? I've been working on some behind the scenes tasks for the past couple of months which has put my in a position of not using Ecamm for awhile. This is also compounded in that I'll be using Riverside for recording livestreams and podcast episodes. It's probably a good idea in stopping the subscription to Ecamm for the time being as it'll not be used and I feel that it'll just be taking up space. What are your thoughts on leaving or uninstalling software if you are not using it?
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Hey creators! I'm curious about how you handle your email game as independent creators. Privacy, encryption, and reliability are huge for our community, so let's talk shop! Which email service do you use for your creative business or personal brand? • Do you swear by Proton for its end-to-end encryption and Swiss privacy laws? • Are you a Tuta (Tutanota) fan because of its extra-strong encryption, even for subject lines and metadata? • Or do you prefer Fastmail for its speed, compatibility, and classic email protocols, even if it's less privacy-focused? What tipped the scales for you? Was it privacy features, price, usability, or something else? Drop your thoughts, pros/c…
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This is for the podcasters out there in the community, do you tend to lean towards the paid podcast hosting services? Are free hosters on your sidelines? Having a good podcast host could mean the best experience for not only yourself but, for your listeners as well. As they'll be looking for your latest episodes to show up in their players as soon as it's available.
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We all have that one unusual gadget, retro console, or specialized piece of equipment. Share photos and stories about your most unique tech! Bonus points for explaining why you bought it and whether you regret it.
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With handheld gaming experiencing a renaissance, where are you spending most of your gaming time? Are you team Steam Deck for that full PC library portability, sticking with the Switch for its exclusives and ease of use, or finding yourself surprisingly hooked on mobile games? Share your setup, favorite games for each platform, and why one might be winning your attention lately.
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Between the Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Nintendo Switch's continued dominance, portable gaming is having a major moment. What's driving this shift back to handheld devices? Are you finding yourself gaming more on portables than traditional consoles or PC setups? Share your handheld gaming setup and what games work best for on-the-go sessions versus docked experiences.
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We all have those games that feel like a warm hug - titles we return to when stressed, overwhelmed, or just need something familiar. What's your gaming comfort food? Is it a cozy farming sim, a familiar RPG you've completed multiple times, or maybe a puzzle game that helps you unwind? Share what makes these games your go-to stress relievers.
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Microsoft has given up on the selling of media like movies and TV shows. It was a weird mix of this mega corp that is known for enterprise software and selling an operating system throughout the world, for them to get into the market of selling content. At least they can focus on more important stuff like, AI or selling your data via their operating system. Thurrott.comMicrosoft Store Stops Selling Movies and TV ShowsMicrosoft has quietly stopped selling movies and TV shows on its Microsoft Store for Windows PCs and Xbox consoles.
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I've been growing more and more frustrated with the experience of social media over the past few years. The constant barrage of ads or "We think you'll like this post" in the for you feeds have just destroyed any semblance of joy I might have had. It's gotten to a point in which I've been debating in just getting rid of these apps and sites, to possibly make my life that much better. What I'll probably do is remove myself from sites like Facebook, Threads, Instagram and possibly even Bluesky. The fact I'm not going to remove Mastodon is for the fact that it doesn't offer or have a for you feed algorithm. Have you gone through something like this? Maybe getting rid of th…
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We've gone from multiple browser engines (Netscape, Mozilla, Webkit, and more) that powered many different browsers in the past. Then, Chromium came to be and just about everyone is now based off this single engine. All we have available now is Chrome based browsers, Mozilla with the Firefox browser, and then Safari with Webkit. Will we see a resurgence sometime in the future of more browser engines, knowing that the development of something new is going to be very expensive and would require a massive amount of dev hours. What could come out that would offer what we see now but, is something that would move the browser engine sapce further into the future?
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More products and services are shifting from one-time purchases to subscription models. How many subscriptions are you currently managing across all categories? Have you reached a breaking point with any subscription category? Do you have strategies for keeping track of and managing multiple subscriptions?
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Tom Buck is a great resource for learning more about microphones, audio decks and general being a creator on YouTube. He's currently posting up some great videos on the different things you might want to think about for getting started in podcasting.
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These days most of the platforms have monetization opens, you can make money from the content based monetization feature as well as through third party subscription model such as Paetron, or through sponsorship. Where do you make most of your money? I mean as a content creator what is your best platform to make money?
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I know there's probably a million videos about what is the best starter tools for the woodworker out there. From a beginner standpoint the tips provided in this video are probably the better ones to look for.
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Are you a streamer, what is your favorite platform for livestreaming? Do you live stream on multiple platforms or just use one. What kind of content do you live stream? Well, I have never in my life livestreamed content. I am not a good talker and I am a camera shy person. I normally share prerecorded content.
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Costco is not the only retailer that is removing the Xbox hardware from their shelves. Wondering if Microsoft is is content in having the Xbox brand of becoming an online only service? TheGamerTarget And Walmart Are Pulling Their Xbox Stock, Accordin..."The Target I work for has removed all Xbox games, and I'm pretty sure it will be store-wide".
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Creating a personal brand is the most important thing for a creator. It has a lot to do with your personal style, interaction with the audience and more emphasis on your skills. To build a personal brand, ensure that what you are posting portrays your brand in terms of style and tone. Honesty is also a very important key thing.
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I was wondering in how widespread the movement of local libraries adding spaces for people to come in for all sorts of Maker things. I know for us around here we have a woodworking shop, ceramics, and some 3D printing capabilities. One thing that is apparent is that not one location has more than two types of environments for Makers. Not sure if this was due to space constraints or trying to spread out what might be more popular for the area. What kind of Maker spaces do you have around your area within the library system?
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