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May 22 2026 : Synthesizer Night @ NYC Resistor

🇺🇸 · NYC Resistor · Classes

Gathering musicians, enthusiasts, and curious minds to connect, collaborate, and share their passion for synthesis. BYO synth encouraged! Join us at NYC Resistor, a makerspace in Brooklyn for an electrifying Synthesizer Night! Get ready to unleash your creativity, explore sonic landscapes, and connect with fellow synth enthusiasts in an evening dedicated to the mesmerizing world of synthesizers. This is a pay -what -you -wish event (recommended donation $8 ) . Synthesizer Night at NYC Resistor is a celebration of all things synthesizer. Whether you’re a seasoned musician, an avid collector, or simply fascinated by the possibilities of electronic sound, this event offers a unique opportunity to gather with like-minded individuals and revel in the captivating soundscape of synthesizers. At Synthesizer Night, participants are encouraged to bring their own synthesizers, from vintage analog gems to cutting-edge modular wonders. It’s a chance to showcase your personal setup, experiment with new equipment, and dive into the rich sonic tapestry that synthesizers offer. For those looking to enhance the collaborative experience, consider arriving early to connect your synthesizer to a MIDI/CV clock. This allows for synchronized timing among all instruments, creating a seamless musical fusion during impromptu jam sessions. In addition to the collaborative jam sessions, the event provides a unique opportunity for a show and tell/play with anything that attendees bring. Share your favorite gear, experiment with different setups, and engage in hands-on exploration of various synthesizers and electronic music equipment. The event unfolds in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, providing a platform for musicians, enthusiasts, and curious minds to connect, collaborate, and share their passion for synthesis. Whether you’re a beginner seeking guidance or an expert eager to inspire others, Synthesizer Night is the perfect setting to engage in conversations, exchange knowledge, and foster a vibrant community. Throughout the evening, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in impromptu jam sessions, where the collective energy of multiple synthesizers intertwines to create awe-inspiring sounds. Experience the joy of collaborating with fellow musicians, experiment with different genres and styles, and let the unique characteristics of each instrument shape your sonic explorations. Additionally, for those who wish to showcase their skills and perform, there will be dedicated performance slots. Take center stage, captivate the audience, and let your creativity soar as you demonstrate the full potential of your synthesizer setup. To sign up for a performance slot, email classes@nycresistor.com or join our Discord and post to #synth. Whether you’re an ardent synth enthusiast, an aspiring musician, or simply curious about the captivating world of synthesizers, Synthesizer Night at NYC Resistor is an event that will inspire, educate, and leave you in awe of the boundless possibilities that electronic sound offers. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in an evening of music, collaboration, and innovation. Mark your calendars, pack up your favorite synths, and join us at NYC Resistor for a night you won’t soon forget. We can’t wait to see you there! This is a masks optional event. As with all NYC Resistor events, this class is 18+ and governed by our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct, as well as accessibility information, can be found at www.nycresistor.com/participate/ . More info and RSVP

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Siri e l’illusione dell’intelligenza: Apple paga il conto (ma non troppo)

🇮🇹 · /root · Lamberto Tedaldi

Le promesse di marketing sono come il codice scritto senza documentazione: sembrano bellissime finché non provi a far girare qualcosa sul serio. Apple ha appena risolto una questione legale piuttosto scomoda riguardante la sua versione ‘potenziata dall’IA’ di Siri. In pratica, un gruppo di utenti ha fatto notare che le funzionalità promesse nelle campagne pubblicitarie non rispecchiavano affatto la realtà dell’assistente vocale, che continuava a fare lo stesso lavoro mediocre di sempre. La notizia, riportata da Gizmodo, ci dice che Apple ha deciso di transigere e chiudere la causa, evitando così un processo che avrebbe potuto scavare troppo a fondo nelle differenze tra hype e realtà. Per chi di noi è abituato a smanettare con modelli di linguaggio locali, far girare un Llama o un Mistral su un hardware decente, la cosa fa quasi sorridere. Abbiamo visto cosa può fare l’IA quando non è castrata da layer di privacy estremi, filtri moralistici o, peggio, da un’ottimizzazione che sacrifica la logica per risparmiare un grammo di batteria. Apple ha venduto un sogno di intelligenza quasi magica, ma sotto il cofano abbiamo trovato ancora lo stesso vecchio script che fatica a distinguere un comando vocale da un rumore di fondo. C’è qualcosa di profondamente irritante nel vedere i colossi tech che usano il termine ‘AI-powered’ come una sorta di polverina magica per giustificare prezzi gonfiati e nuove release. È il classico caso di ‘fake it till you make it’, solo che qui il ‘make it’ non arriva mai, e gli utenti finiscono per pagare per un’illusione. Cosa significa per noi che amiamo il DIY e l’open source? Significa che la vera innovazione non sta nei comunicati stampa scintillanti della Cupertino, ma nelle community che sviluppano soluzioni reali, trasparenti e, soprattutto, utilizzabili. Mentre Apple cerca di chiudere i buchi legali, noi continuiamo a buildare, a testare modelli che funzionano davvero e a non farci incantare da un’interfaccia pulita che nasconde zero sostanza. Il lesson learned qui è semplice: non fidatevi mai delle specifiche dichiarate da un vendor se non potete verificarle con un debugger o un file di log. Il marketing è fuffa, il codice è verità. E se Siri un giorno diventerà davvero intelligente, spero che lo faccia per un vero salto tecnologico e non per una strategia legale di contenimento danni. Source: Apple Settles Alleged False Advertising Suit Over AI-Powered Siri

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🇺🇸 · Denhac · lucialuziatalia

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🇺🇸 · Noisebridge · Jet

Remove concensus items, because we've concenced ← Older revision Revision as of 19:06, 5 May 2026 Line 13: Line 13: | Body of Motion | Body of Motion | Author of this Record [[User:User|User]] | Author of this Record [[User:User|User]] |- | Date First Discussed 7 April, 2026 | Proposed By [[User:Mcint|Mcint]] | Update principal office address to 272 Capp Street | Resolved, that the bylaws of Noisebridge be amended to update Article 2 to reflect the current principal office address of 272 Capp Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 (since 2020), removing the former 83 C Weise Street address and blank placeholder lines, and adding the mailing address of 2261 Market Street #235-A, San Francisco, CA 94114. https://github.com/mcint/nb-bylaws/pull/1/changes | Author of this Record [[User:Mcint|Mcint]] |- | Date First Discussed 7 April, 2026 | Proposed By [[User:Mcint|Mcint]] | Modernize notice provisions: replace mail with email, physical posting, and chat channels | Resolved, that the bylaws of Noisebridge be amended to modernize notice provisions in Articles 6 and 7, replacing requirements for first-class mail, registered mail, and facsimile with notice by (1) email to members at their address on file, (2) physical posting in the space at a standard notice-board location, and (3) posting in the corporation's standard communication chat channels in widest use; and further that "Affidavit of Mailing Notice" be renamed to "Affidavit of Giving Notice" to reflect these updated methods; all existing timing requirements to remain unchanged. https://github.com/mcint/nb-bylaws/pull/2/changes | Author of this Record [[User:Mcint|Mcint]] } |} |}