I am Delphineous. The purpose of my web-site is to provide my perspective on a number of things, including technology, food and products, gaming and so much more. If you were to cross a British Humor with American Sarcasm – there I will be.
Come on in and see what I’ve been talking about…
Product and Place Reviews
- GasBuddy Falsifies Savings on Summary - GasBuddy can be helpful, but they falsify some information in app and email.
- Why I Don’t Buy Yankee Candles - Once upon a time, Yankee Candle was one of the best brands in commercially manufactured candles. At that time, they had a wondrous offering of scents which were not overpowering, and the candle...
- Topaz Video Enhance AI Review - Read what I think of Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI, after using the product over a few weeks in quarantine with various video types.
- Paramount+ (CBS All Access) Review - Paramount+ (formerly CBS All Access) is an on-demand streaming service by ViacomCBS which features live programming streaming and streaming of recorded content. This review of Paramount+ is primarily based on my experience with...
- Commercial Buffalo Wing Sauce - When it comes to spicy foods, I prefer the spiciness to be flavorful spice, not just heat. That is where numerous products fall short. Too much effort is put into making spicy foods,...
Photography
- Event Recommendations for Services - Having worked so many weddings and events over the years as a photographer, I offer the following recommendations for service providers. I highly recommend ACDsee for your photo viewing and editing needs! Music...
- Chopped Redheads - I have been studying and practicing photography for nearly as long as I have been working on computers – about four decades at this writing. In all that time, one of the lessons...
- Improve, not Change - In photography and in life, there is often a fine line being danced – Improve, not Change. I did some testing in a few photography forums which I regularly visit. I posted a...
- Light Curves on KickStarter - Out on KickStarter is a great photography project called Light Curves. Shot in a dark studio, this is an art nude figure study project uses targeted single-source light to highlight the beautiful curves...
- Flaky Models - I have hired models numerous times to work on my portfolio and other projects. It is a common problem that they flake – that is not show up; usually with some bizarre reason...
Technology
- Your New Computer - Getting a new computer is exciting, nearly as exciting as getting a new car. Your computer is an investment in entertainment and productivity. Just like your other cool new things, you want to...
- Topaz Video Enhance AI Review - Read what I think of Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI, after using the product over a few weeks in quarantine with various video types.
- Windows 10 Hotkeys - Here is a quick and simple list of the "Windows key" Hotkey Combinations for Windows 10.
- Telephone Scams are Getting Worse - Telephone Scams are becoming rampant without little hope of relief. Read here how to protect yourself.
- Using Technology to Conserve Energy - In today’s world it is necessary to be Green – that is to conserve energy and reduce your impact on the environment. You can save electricity automatically, by taking advantage of a few...
Gaming
- Silverwing Clan Information and Rules - This article is about the Silverwing Clan (tag#9VGUV0Q9) in the multiplayer, internet based game Clash of Clans. A United States team consisting of a large number of family and friends, with a number...
- Geocache Spoilers - For those that need a little (or a lot of) extra help finding my geocaches, I offer the following spoilers. If you do not want to see this information, please read no further...
- Silverwing Roster on June - As soon as clubs became available, we created Silverwing. I don’t remember the exact date, bu it was sometime in January 2020. Our “meeting time” has changed a couple times, but is currently...
- Clash of Clans – Clashing Strategy - Early Spring 2015, I started playing Clash of Clans. The game reminds me of what Warcraft used to be nearly 20 years ago. Not that that is a bad thing. I am not...
- Silverwing Clan Roster - This clan roster is a member list of the Silverwing Clan as of the current clan war. Our first war was May 12, 2015, with just 10 members; six of those 10 remain...
Other Stuff
- Silverwing Clan Information and Rules - This article is about the Silverwing Clan (tag#9VGUV0Q9) in the multiplayer, internet based game Clash of Clans. A United States team consisting of a large number of family and friends, with a number...
- Call Before You Dig – 811 - Call the National hotline before you dig.
- Running a Successful Music Crowdfunding Campaign - I enjoy music, simply put. From Acoustic Guitar, Country and Jazz, through New Age, Pop and Rock. I’ve been known to include Opera and A Cappella amongst my favorite tunes. As part of...
- To Support or Not Support – The Risks of Crowdfunding - Crowdfunding is a great tool for entrepreneurs to get their product to market, but there are many financial risks to crowdfunding. Indiegogo, Kickstarter and GoFundMe are examples of popular crowd funding websites. Perspective...
- Himalayan Salt Lamps - The effectiveness of Himalayan Salt Lamps varies on a number of factors. Here I describe my experience with them and what I found is needed.
Communication is the key to success. Share knowledge! – Delphineous
What else can I say? Make it a great day!