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Daily Mail
8 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Plane passenger's bold tactic to secure prime seat sparks fierce debate
There are many conniving tactics that flight passengers have used to secure a better seat on airplanes over the years - some that have been hailed as genius and others that have been fiercely frowned upon. Most recently, a United Airlines customer sparked a massive debate after they revealed they had witnessed a family making a bold play to get to sit in a prime row during a flight. The traveler shared their findings on Reddit under the subreddit called Seat shenanigans - advanced tactics. The Reddit user, who was sitting in seat 10C, said when they boarded the flight, they saw the entire row in front of them was 'completely open.' Soon after, they explained that a family-of-four came on and sat down in the empty seats. However, the Reddit user said they then started acting strangely. 'Mom says to kids, "Don't unpack yet,"' the passenger recounted, adding that the mom was 'anxiously' refreshing the seating chart in the app. 'I'm thinking they are waiting for the upgrade to [United's Business Class] Polaris (as am I),' they continued. However, when the traveler checked the app, they said they noticed that row nine on the flight hadn't been booked, so they assumed the family got the upgrade they were hoping for. 'Then it dawns on me: they're not waiting to upgrade,' they wrote. 'They were watching the seating chart like hawks, hoping the seats don't get booked and waiting for the door to close because they wanted to take over an empty row!' they added in amazement. The family's technique worked out, with the plane doors closing soon after. 'The seats are theirs! Well played, mom!' the Reddit user applauded. In a comment, the user theorized that the family knew exactly what they were doing. 'Oh they were all smiles and high fives once we started taxiing,' they shared. 'There was no doubt what they were up to.' The story divided the web, with some users slamming the tactic in the comment section and others praising it and even admitting that they have done the same - or will try it in the future. 'You gotta admire their strategy. Not something I would do but wow!' laughed one. 'I was on a half empty plane once and the FA didn't care where people sit,' another passenger shared. 'I asked if I could move to an empty row and she said feel free to, even to the E+ seats, as long as we don't go near the business rows.' 'I don't see the issue here,' chimed in another. 'They waited until doors were closed to capture the seats. They knew they could be moved. I think it's fine.' Others criticized the parents for potentially displacing another person from their seat. 'Cheap-a** parent and their kids purchase non-adjoining seats and GAs and FAs screw over everyone else to make them happy,' one user raged. 'Often the same for pets and so-called service animals.' 'I've frequently had someone board and sit next to me in exit row near departure time despite app showing seat remaining empty,' complained another. 'Only twice have I seen an FA call them out. Usually, they are just too busy trying to get bags stowed/checked and ready for takeoff. Wish this was checked and enforced more often.' Someone else agreed, writing: 'Mom was hedging on the bet that an FA would see that brood of kids and probably wouldn't say anything. 'Not worth the hassle to enforce it, particularly during the scrum pre-flight prep.'
Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Daily Mail
iPhone glitch leaves baffled users with a 'black dot of death' on their screens - here's what to do if you spot one on your Apple handset
A mysterious iPhone glitch has left some baffled users with a 'black dot of death' on their screens. As the name suggests, the issue sees users left with a small black circle at the top of the screen, just below the Dynamic Island. Reddit user @seseweto first posted a picture showing the black dot on the screen of his iPhone 15 seven days ago. He wrote: 'Black dot of death on my iphone 15 ios 18.5. Suddenly the black dot appeared on the screen. 'If I take a screenshot it doesn't appear, that's why I have to take a picture with another phone.' Since then, several other users have come forward with the same problem. 'Had same issue. Had to get my 16p screen replaced,' one user commented. Another added: 'Same. Mine were in the top right of my screen by the battery.' While the reason for the issue remains unclear, several Reddit users have put forward their theories. 'If it doesn't appear in a screenshot it's probably a hardware issue,' one user suggested. Another wrote: 'OLED screen damage. Impact on that spot. Black circle will continue to grow. Screen will eventually need to be replaced as it grows.' And one said: 'It's the display. If you take it to an Apple Store, if you're under warranty or have AppleCare+, they'll replace the display for you for free.' Others took a more jokey stance on the situation. 'Dynamic archipelago,' one user wrote, in reference to Apple's Dynamic Island feature, which appears at the top of the screen whenever your iPhone is unlocked. 'That's the new punch hole cam,' another joked. And one quipped: 'Black wallpaper and problem solved.' MailOnline has contacted Apple for comment on the issue. If the screen isn't working on your iPhone or iPad, Apple advises a four step process to assess what the issue might be. Firstly, restart your iPhone by pressing and holding either volume button and the side button until the power-off slider apepars. Next, make sure your screen is cleand and free of any debris or water. Apple then advises disconnecting any Lightning or USB-C accessories. 'If your screen works after removing an accessory, try using a different socket, cable or charger,' it said. Finally, remove any cases or screen protectors. If your screen still isn't working, you may need to set up a service for your device here. THE TRILLION DOLLAR RISE OF APPLE 1976: Founders Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne created the company on April 1 1976 as they set about selling computer kits to hobbyists, each of which was built by Wozniak. The first product was the Apple I. 1977: Apple released the Apple II in June, which was the first PC made for the mass market. 1981: Jobs became chairman. 1984: The Macintosh was introduced during an ad break for the Super Bowl and later officially unveiled during a launch event. It was discontinued a year later and Jobs left the firm. 1987: Apple released the Macintosh II, the first colour Mac. 1997: Apple announces it will acquire NeXT software in a $400 million deal that involves Jobs returning to Apple as interim CEO. He officially took the role in 2000. 2001: Apple introduced iTunes, OS X and the first-generation iPod. The first iPod MP3 music player was released on October 23, 2001, at an event in Cupertino and was able to hold up to 1,000 songs. 2007: Apple unveils the iPhone. 2010: The first iPad was unveiled. 2011: Jobs resigned in 2011 due to illness, handing the CEO title to Tim Cook. Jobs died in October from pancreatic cancer. 2014: Apple unveiled the Apple Watch. It also unveiled its first larger iPhones - the 6 and 6 Plus. 2015: After purchasing Beats from Dr Dre, Apple launched Apple Music to compete with Spotify and other music streaming services. 2016: Apple returned to its roots and announced the 4-inch iPhone SE. Meanwhile, the firm is embroiled in a legal battle with the FBI, involving the agency demanding access to the locked phone used by Syed Farook, who died in a shootout after carrying out a deadly December attack in San Bernardino, California with his wife. The court order was dropped on March 28 after the FBI said a third party was able to unlock the device. 2017: Apple introduces the iPhone X, which removes the home button to make way for a futuristic edge-to-edge screen design and a new FaceID system that uses advanced sensors and lasers to unlock phones with just the owner's face. Apple CEO Steve Jobs speaks at an Apple event at Apple headquarters in Cupertino, Calif. 2018: In a first for the company, Apple introduces new features in its latest operating system, iOS 12, that encourage users to manage and spend less time on their devices. The move was spawned by a strongly worded letter from shareholders that urged the firm to address the growing problem of smartphone addiction among kids and teenagers. 2019: In January, Apple reports its first decline in revenues and profits in a decade. CEO Tim Cook partly blamed steep declines in revenue from China. 2020: In March, Apple closes all its bricks and mortar retail stores outside of China in response to coronavirus. 2021: In an online virtual event in April CEO Tim Cook declared Apple's goal of becoming carbon neutral for Earth Day. Later in the year the iPhone 13 was announced. 2022: In September the iPhone 14 was announced. One of the new features included a new sensor to detect if a user had been in a car crash as well as an improved camera system. 2023: Apple brought back its 'Home Pod' after the first generation was discontinued. The 'Home Pod' can be seen as an alternative to Amazon's Alexa or Google Home as it is powered by voice commands. 2024: Apple makes its first steps into artificial intelligence with the release of Apple Intelligence. The features are not all released at once with many delayed until the following year.
Independent Singapore
11 hours ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
Singaporeans swap tips on stretching their SG60 vouchers—from durian to dental treatments
SINGAPORE: With the latest round of vouchers rolled out starting from this week, one local Reddit user asked how others will be using their handout. The vouchers range from S$600 for Singaporeans aged 21 to 59 to S$800 for those aged 60 and above. These SG60 vouchers can be claimed beginning Jul 1 for older citizens and Jul 22 for younger ones. They're valid through Dec 31, 2026, at all businesses accepting Community Development Council (CDC) vouchers. 'Happy July, everybody. Another S$600 cash voucher released from gahmen. Let's not argue about the economy, pricing, inflation, whatnot, for now. Go to another thread for it. My question is: It's the middle of 2025 already. What is the best way to spend it, or how are you looking to spend it?' asked u/Due-Artichoke-1510 in an r/askSingapore post on Tuesday (Jul 1). While the answers ranged from essentials such as new eyeglasses and groceries to non-essentials such as video games, one commenter said that since the voucher will be good through the end of next year, they'll wait a bit. Others, however, warned them not to wait too long, lest they forget all about the vouchers. 'No plan so far, SG60 best before date is 31 Dec 2026, so I'm still using CDC voucher first,' the commenter wrote, adding that next year they'll plan on using the SG60 voucher. 'True. But better to use it before you forget or it expires. This happened once for me, so sad,' the post author warned. One recalled that a few years ago, they realised at the end of the year that they still had S$40 worth of vouchers left, which they spent at Tampopo Ramen at Oasis Terrace, adding 'the panic is also real LOL.' A kind Reddit user chimed in to say, 'I'm giving it all to my elderly grandma.' Meanwhile, another wrote that they plan to 'Trade in my Z Fold 6 at Mister Mobile to get the Z Fold 7,' and when asked if the SG60 is enough, they answered that they still have unspent CDC vouchers they can add. See also New HDB BTO Launches in Singapore — May 2023 'I was planning to change my iPhone battery with it,' one commented, and in a similar vein, another wrote that they're 'Buying a new tablet. Mine is already eight years old, really due for an upgrade.' A more lighthearted commenter wrote, 'I'm going to buy another Switch 2 using the SG60 voucher!' which they can do so at Gamewerkz at Clementi Central or some FairPrice Extra outlets. Others took a more practical turn, saying they'd use them on groceries. 'S$300 at the supermarket and S$300 at the neighbourhood store. Time to stock up more toilet paper, tissue paper, detergent,' one wrote. Another said they would buy durians, while a Reddit user weighed in with 'Probably use it for dental treatments and hawker/cafes.' A commenter sounded really happy when they wrote, 'Nice lah, last month just got ORD S$1000. This month, get S$600, next month also get free money!! I'm unemployed right now, so this is good for me.' /TISG See also Donate your unused 2023 CDC vouchers to charity starting Dec 1 Read also: 'More vouchers?' Singaporeans on what they expect from PM Wong's National Day Rally speech
Independent Singapore
a day ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
‘My cousin's old-school parents won't allow her to go to university since she'll just get married and quit work one day'
SINGAPORE: A local Reddit user asked for advice about their cousin, who'd like to go to university, but her parents don't want her to. In a post on r/askSingapore on Monday (Jun 30), u/reddituser_0124 asked for advice regarding 'how to change an old-school mindset.' The post author explained that their cousin had received numerous offers from universities in Singapore and other countries, and in the past, her parents had always been 'very eager' to see their daughter go to university. However, now that the prospect is getting real, her parents have said that it would be better if their daughter, an A-level holder, does not pursue a degree but becomes a preschool teacher instead. 'Their reasons are so stupid,' they added. These include thinking that three to four years at university is too long, especially since the daughter took a gap year after secondary school, 'so she technically 'wasted one year.' The parents of their cousin also said that getting a degree from university is no guarantee of securing a good job or pay and that if she gets married and quits her job, it will be a waste. 'Her parents said it's better if they invest in her brothers instead since they will have to support their family one day,' the post author added, saying that this reasoning makes them 'mad beyond words.' 'Reason number 3 is the most hilarious, and I can't stop laughing at it. How sure are her parents that she will get married? Even if she gets married, what if the marriage does not go well? Who will support her then? Singapore is getting expensive. What makes her parents think that just her husband working is enough to sustain the family?' the post author wrote, asking also for help with how their cousin can talk to her parents. Many commenters encouraged the post author's cousin to go to university anyway, saying she could take out a loan to cover her expenses. 'There is no logic here, I would just laugh at them. Go search job boards and see what you can do with an A-level cert, short of becoming insurance agents or sth, the prospects are not great. 'If your cousin can, is she ready to apply for loans and scholarships on her own, and work for her own uni fees? Then she can say it's her own money and won't need to listen to her parents,' advised a commenter. 'She doesn't really need their permission. Take a tuition loan. Get a part-time job to keep herself afloat. I've done this, it's doable,' wrote another. 'Is she relying on her parents to pay for the tuition fee? If not, then you don't need to seek their permission or opinion. Get a tuition loan. 'For her own welfare, she needs to have options. Early Childhood is not for everyone, and the pay really isn't great. Why limit her potential? 'So what if she gets married? In their family, don't married daughters need to give their parents an allowance? I've seen many married daughters still giving allowance, so I don't see how this affects them,' a commenter chimed in. /TISG Read also: Poly grad disheartened after being rejected by every university he applied to, now considers taking a gap year
Independent Singapore
a day ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
Man who'll enter workforce at 28 asks if he'll be 'too old to live the Singaporean dream?'
SINGAPORE: A young local Reddit user anxious about his future asked others if he would be 'too old to live the Singaporean dream' if he started working at the age of 27 or 28. In a Monday (Jun 30) post on r/askSingapore, u/GamingAsset explained that he's 23 years old and on national service (NS), which will end next year. He will then head to university at 24 for an IT degree in fintech, which will take another four years. By the time he joins the workforce, he will be 28, and then he will go into cybersecurity, which he originally specialised in. However, if he is able to skip some modules, he may be able to start working at 27. 'The reason why I'm taking a degree is because I feel it is required to climb higher in SG,' he added, but wondered if he started working at 27 or 28, he would be too old to achieve financial stability — his notion of the 'Singapore dream'. He also expressed concern that rising living costs were 'making it even worse' and asked whether he should start working after NS or obtain a degree first. 'Ngl, I'm so lost on what to do,' he added. When commenters asked him to define what he meant by Singapore dream, he wrote, 'Honestly, just have a condo and a nice car.' The post author received a lot of advice from commenters, including one who wrote, 'It would be nicer if your dream isn't solely tied to just a materialistic goal. In the case you own these two, what then? Always have a backup goal, like what is your passion or hobby?' 'Seeing your comments for Singapore dream for you is to have a condo and a nice car… so basically live in debt? Doable if you save and invest well, you can easily achieve it after your degree within five to seven years. You're still young, learn about financial knowledge and invest what you earn in NS,' added another. Other Reddit users sought to reassure him. 'I think you'll be absolutely fine,' wrote a commenter. One added that everybody's timeline is different. 'Some people retire sooner, maybe you'll retire a little bit later. Who knows, maybe after a few years you'll start your own business and make significantly more, and can achieve your condo and nice car dream. Anything is possible here.' Someone who appears to have many more years under their belt wrote, 'You're 23. You don't even realise how young you are. When you hit 30, you will think you're old. You are not. Same with 40. 'You have a long time to go and achieve your dreams and make your money. Don't worry about where you are compared to your peers; we're all on our own journey. You are right where you need to be.' /TISG Read also: 'At the end of the day, it's just a job,' SIA flight attendant gets her life back after quitting dream job due to health issues
