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Why is AI Servo not locking onto my target?

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Why is AI Servo not locking onto my target? Hi all, I think I may not understand how AI Servo AF works on my Canon 5D Mark III. As soon as I’ve focused on something, I am not able to reposition my scene around at all without the camera refocusing. Is there no way to lock the focus? For this reason, I haven’t been able to take wildlife photos where the focus is on anything except for the c…

Ask Photography 700 2025-02-12

The TikTok shutdown is locking out non-US users, too

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The TikTok shutdown is locking out non-US users, too Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty ImagesTikTok’s US shutdown last night appears to be affecting users outside the country as well. People have taken to social media in the hours since, complaining they can’t access the app despite living in non-US countries, and it’s not always clear why. In some cases, the problem appears to be using a VP…

The Verge 712 2025-01-20

Simplistic tri pod locking mechanism?

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Simplistic tri pod locking mechanism? Hello, I found this vivitar tri pod at goodwill and I love its simplicity. However, I am not sure how to “lock” the legs as it doesn’t appear to be a twist or clamp lock. I can’t find any other identifying info on the tri pod to look into it further. Anyone have any insight on how to keep the legs from telescoping when I don’t want them too? …

Ask Photography 453 2024-11-21

Concerned about locking up my money in retirement accounts

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Concerned about locking up my money in retirement accounts I am doing relatively well financially. I max out my 401k and Roth IRA. But that’s it. I don’t have too much extra afterwards. I’m concerned about tying up the money…what if the accounts grow to 2 million when I’m 45 or 50 (a good 20 or so years away). That’s enough for me to retire, but I’m concerned about accessing the money. I do want to grow…

Reddit Personal Finance 741 2024-06-09

Enhancing Privacy with Scheduled Device Locking

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Enhancing Privacy with Scheduled Device Locking As a person who lives in a shared room and values privacy, I don’t want my roommate to exploit my privacy. I understand that many of us opt for the convenience of facial recognition and fingerprint unlocking to access our devices. However, this method poses a security risk when we are unconscious, such as when we are asleep. During such vulnerab…

Reddit Android 175 2023-07-24