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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · 15d

Absolutely, it’s a wonderful and rewarding thing to do! But for many people, or in certain situations, that just isn’t an option. Sometimes your source material is illustrative artwork, or beautifully shot on mobile but looks too clean. That’s when GrainLab offers an authentic looking alternative.

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · 16d

Clean is boring. Add depth, nostalgia, and soul with real analog film grain, crafted by you in GrainLab for iOS. Make your photos and artwork feel alive again!
#filmphotography
#analogphotography #vintagevibes
#filmgrain

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · 26d

Out of control wealth inequality is stealing young people’s future. The rich get richer, public services collapse & poverty grows. Without fair #WealthTax, only billionaires own the future. #Inequality #TaxTheRich
🌱 Economist Gary Stevenson offers solutions.

youtu.be/bXwcqLl_2aY

Waarom groeiende ongelijkheid jongeren berooft van hun toekomst volgens Gary Stevenson | Tegenlicht

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Sep 24

🚨 🔐 Turn off this LinkedIn setting that allows them to use all your data to train their AI after November 3rd:
www.linkedin.com/mypreference...

(Privacy watch dogs are warning about this LinkedIn feature.)

Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Sep 21

✨Big update for #analog #photography lovers, illustrators & AI artists: GrainLab now includes the Kodak Ektar 100-style grain: the ultra-fine, sharp grain, film nerds love! ❤️
🌞 PLUS a limited End of Summer Deal!
Update or download GrainLab for iOS now!
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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Sep 2

Mars ain't the kind of place to raise your kids.

In fact, it's cold as hell.

And there's no one there to raise them if you did

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Rocket Man (I Think It's Going To Be A Long Long Time)

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Sep 2

An elephant wading through a sea of trash looking for food... Many have died from ingesting toxic pieces already 😔
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Image of elephant wading through food waste highly commended in global photography competition

A compelling photo of an elephant wading through a sea of junk has been described as a “call to conscience”.

m.independent.ie

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Aug 25

Apple's 'tabletop robot' companion rumored for 2027 launch
A more basic smart home hub could arrive next year.
www.engadget.com/ai/apples-ta... #apple #robot #AI #applerumors #trending #siri

Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Aug 21

AI Is Failing at an Overwhelming Majority of Companies Using It, MIT Study Finds
futurism.com/ai-agents-fa... #ai #fail #mit

AI Is Failing at an Overwhelming Majority of Companies Using It, MIT Study Finds

Recent figures by MIT found that 95 percent of generative AI pilots are failing, with some drastic implications for the spending bubble.

futurism.com

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Aug 5

Wth is wrong with this orange c*nt!?
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White House Orders NASA to Destroy Important Satellite

The White House has instructed NASA employees to destroy two major, climate change-focused satellite missions.

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jul 28

“𝐄𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧”— 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝗧𝐞𝐜𝐡-𝗣𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝗣𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝗣𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝗜𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐲 𝗪𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞

youtu.be/CgJ6isBJiWI?...

This Dutch documentary (97% in English) explains why monopolistic tech-platforms become worse for their users, on purpose.

#bigtech #socialmedia #tegenlicht #monopolies #enshittification

Waarom tech-platforms opzettelijk steeds slechter werken | VPRO Tegenlicht

YouTube video by VPRO Tegenlicht

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jul 26

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Skydance deal allows Trump’s FCC to “censor speech” and “silence dissent” on CBS

FCC now has “never-before-seen controls” over a newsroom, commissioner warns.

arstechnica.com

Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jul 22

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Lamb - Wise Enough

YouTube video by Anormal Sessions

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jul 17

“Staggering Number of Teens Prefer AI Over Friends, Leaving Parents Struggling Against Giant Tech Corporations!”
futurism.com/teens-ai-fri...

A new nightmare unfolding… 🥺

Your Teen Says Her Best Friend Is AI. What Next?

A new study shows that over half of teens are regular users of AI companions — and some prefer them to their human friends.

futurism.com

Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jun 11

🚨 Highly Recommended! Get GrainLab FREE for LIFE – only TODAY, June 11! Don’t miss out – download now on iOS & iPad! 📸🔥

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‎GrainLab Film Grain Editor

‎For the first time on mobile you can now bring the authentic look and feel of analog film grain to your digital photos. GrainLab gives you nuanced, adjustable film grain controls that blows any image...

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jun 8

The orange lethal toad 🐸🎩 #politicalart #politicalsatire #donaldtrump #trumpcartoon #toad #trumpportrait #political #venomous

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jun 5

Thank you 🙏🏻

Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jun 5

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · Jun 5

Loving being able to control variable film grain size in GrainLab on my iPhone & iPad!! 📷❤️

#Filmgrain #filmlove #grainlove #photography #grainlab #postproduction #photoediting #iphone #ipad

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · May 29

🔥 New to GrainLab or ready to level up? This update introduces:

💥 UNDO & REDO
🎯 SAVE CUSTOM PRESETS

Built for film lovers, creators, and anyone chasing that perfect grainy photo vibe!

🎞️ Tap in now: apps.apple.com/app/grainlab...

#GrainLab #FilmVibesOnly #MobileCreator #iOSapp #mobilephotography

Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · May 22

futurism.com/ai-startup-b...

A Billion Dollar AI Startup Just Collapsed Spectacularly

Facing mounting debts, angry investors and very little revenue, the once billion-dollar Builder.ai has filed for bankruptcy.

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · May 11

“You can’t fact check a fascist”
youtu.be/Xd25P6Q8eIM?... #fascism

Zo houdt showworstelen de politiek in de houdgreep

YouTube video by VPRO Tegenlicht

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · May 11

Microscopic generative mycelium

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · May 10

GOOD MORNING
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This film reminds us to stand united and continue to strive for a better, more connected world where all are respected as equals and act with strength and compassion in all of our daily interactions.—Let us stand together (again!) #war #hate

Good Morning

This film is to remind us to stand united and continue to strive for a better, more connected world where all are respected as equals. We might think or look…

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Davidvb @davidvb.bsky.social · May 5

The history of Gaza and Palestine is deep, complex, and often misunderstood. Here’s a clear, high-level breakdown explaining how the region evolved—from ancient empires to modern conflict.

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Sparks of Curiosity WhatsApp Channel. Smart, curious, creative—posts on science, design, health, and everything in between. 1 follower

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