Your Upgrades Are Making You Miserable

[@neoshenlong]

Joke's on you, I almost never upgrade unless my phone literally dies, and I'm still miserable

[@bruh-hr1mt]

Broke people like us can't relate to yearly upgrades lol I'm using my iPhone 7 which I only could buy 2 years ago and I'll use it until it's slower than a turtle. Also still using my iPad Air 1st gen lmao

[@cQ2DHPavXTqemm9Vsbgi4TV7x]

Adelite consider jailbreaking your device, it can help speed up older devices a lot

[@Ka_T_ya]

Corey if you don’t care for security that is.... But no need really newer iOS actually speed up the older iPhones , at least is not android that gets no updates nor protection after 2 years.

[@jamarfluent3060]

Thats false Google updates their phones for 3 years and you get security patches after but usually after a year or two those stop as well, I see your point though, but most android users dont care about latest software, my phone is running android 8 the cameras are great, battery life great, water resistance, two cameras, I'll upgrade when it dies 😂

[@mizukihattori9716]

I've learned that i need to buy a new phone when my phone is physically dying. Lost half of my contacts and data in the old phone, and i can't get it back as my phone is beyond repair.

[@fcknzs7640]

It's not only the incredibly high cost that is bad about upgrading all the time. Humanity's excessive consumerism is also terrible for the planet.

[@Rocket33r]

That's why I think planned obsolescence should be illegal. Free markets don't seem to appreciate right to repair enough. We create all these policies about reducing our carbon footprint, yet planned obselessence is still rampant.

[@fcknzs7640]

@@Rocket33r that is very true. The so called free market has so many down sides it's unbelievable so many people are still so protective of it

[@worldhello1234]

The planet doesn't give a shit about what you think is "excessive consumerism". Government regulations are at the core of wasted ressources. :)

[@worldhello1234]

@@fcknzs7640 Except there is no free market but crony capitalism. :)

[@fcknzs7640]

@@worldhello1234 good point added 'so called'

[@alex694fr]

One of the most concise and accurate analysis of the topic in my opinion. And btw, I’m one of the viewers that don’t care about 4k, I think it’s a waste of bandwidth.

[@Grandmaster_Vic]

I’m more into frames than resolution. Watching 1080 60 on KZbin is a more better experience than 4K imo

[@Thiagopinheirog]

4K is just a decision factor on screens larger than 48" (depending of course on distance) and 4K is 4 times the resolution of 1080p, but being honest a well recorded 1080p in a Sony Alpha 7 footage is better than a cheap camera that records on 4K. In photography and video for me what matters the most is the changeable lenses.

[@anires1195]

Everyone doesn't care about 4k its about 1080p. Buying anything above is a waste

[@carlosmarioviloriacastro2323]

I really do think 2k is the sweet spot in which there is a lot pd fine detail that someone can still see in comparison to 1080

[@0FFICERPROBLEM]

1440p gang

[@enamorus1]

I was browsing for an upgrade of my phone that I got a year ago literally 10 minutes ago, then KZbin served me your video. And now I am like "damn, what am I even doing?". Thanks for this, I actually needed to hear this message. Nothing ground-breaking for me but sometimes being reminded of what truly matters is all we need.

[@utterlee]

1080 is just fine, especially for KZbin channels. Start making videos in 4K resolution when you are eventually forced to upgrade camera and laptop for other reasons, don’t buy them just so you can produce in 4K. My iMac has been going 10 years and I’m only now thinking about changing it as it’s no longer getting updates, I bet you can hold up on changing your laptop for a while.

[@clorox1676]

4K video wont make sense for youtubers like Daniel until some years. Almost half of desktop monitors around the world are 1080p or 720p. Phones don't have 4k screens. 4k requires very fast internet connection and a lot of data so people with slower internet or using data plans on phones will not benefit at all. 4K on KZbin is quite hardware demanding. Even dedicated GPUs from 4 years ago may struggle with YT VP9 codec , even when they can play 4K o 8k videos flawlessly from sources using other codecs. It would make sense if your content is documentaries or series that people may want to watch on a tv, tho.

[@ClassicPolly]

Completely agree, One of my cameras shoots fully in 4k and I still upload everything in 1080p as this is more than fine for what I do...which is KZbin videos :)

[@campkira]

why the hell would you do 4k... the file would be too big take forever to upload and most people with 4k is using 4k tv to watch youtube.. rarely a 4k phone or 4k pc...

[@jesuscabral1845]

to post 4k on youtube you need to film at 4k, and edit at 4k, so yeah he would practically need to upgrade everything.

[@MelissaJetzt]

I've had my Macbook Pro for 8 years. I considered upgrading 2 years ago when I got a job promotion but I forgot about it and still haven't upgraded. It is a bit heavy compared to newer models but it's the newest model without soldered parts so as long as the motherboard doesn't die I can just replace parts. And it sits on my desk 90% of the time anyway. Why spend a few grand for a marginally better experience if I don't need to?

[@nicegy0197]

The need for 4K really depends on the content you're presenting, otherwise it's a waste of time and resources. Do people really need to see everything in 4K, or just things that require lots of detail? DIYs, nature footage, and CG animation can benefit from 4K. Podcasts, vlogs, 2D animation, etc. don't need to go beyond 1080p (or even 720p).

[@zebbleganubi723]

​@DBR Liamg what does 1080p look like on a 4k screen when you are across the other side of the room? i would imagine you would only start to notice pixels once you get a bit closer?

[@lothecruel]

@@zebbleganubi723 Exactly... I like 4K just for travel vlogs, but 1080 is also not bad

[@crystanubis]

I feel like arguing that 2D animation benefits from the 4K treatment, but the fact is 1080p animation outshines most 4K live action in terms of brightness and sharpness since the animator is in full control of every single element on screen. The same goes for CG; there are first year GameCube titles that hold up better than some triple-A PS3 games because the developers knew how to squeeze results out of that graphics processor and through the composite video output.

[@Cthulhu412]

nice vid but imo 4k is a bit of a waste of time cus most people watch on phone or don't have a 4k monitor. think a new mic might be a worth it tho

[@MelvinJoosten26]

Speak for yourself. I love 4K and watch all video's available in 4K.

[@Spazza42]

Melvin Joosten There’s definitely a fidelity difference between videos shot in 4K sourced video that’s downsampled to 1080p vs 1080p native sources, but not enough for average consumers to care. Ive never thought “Gee, Im distracted by this low resolution footage because it’s not in 4K”. What you’re trying to do there is justify your financial commitment to 4K content when you can get 90% of the experience for much less. You’re just buying into the 4K marketing BS and no doubt paying extra for the luxury - even though most content is streamed nowadays so it’s heavily compressed compared to the original source anyway. To the CC, You’d be much better off with good, studio quality lighting and a solid backdrop. You’ve got great content and clean B-Roll, the beauty of Minimalism is just giving people something to think about. The entirety of Game of Thrones was recorded on 1080p cameras because it’s a bitch to work with - gives you something to think about.

[@lsamoa]

@@Spazza42 This.

[@rasmuspersson9239]

@@lolliepop3214 youtube does that currently because of covid-19 where more people are using the internet. To save bandwidth accross the world they've set it to automatically start at 480p - some people will change it back to a higher resolution but some will stay in 480p because its really enough to see the video just fine.

[@justingardner7623]

Exactly, I’m watching on the new iPad Pro KZbin app and I haven’t found any 4k videos being played on here

[@hotdoge1393]

I always switch around some settings on my phone so it just feels like new, switch out some cases and put on new screen protector when it breaks

[@ultrxlight]

same here, i clean it throughly, set up new wallpaper, get rid of files and apps i don't use, put on a new case and screen protector and I'm happy having a "new phone"

[@iTsHutchy]

ive started buying a lot of second hand tech and that has been a real cost saver

[@dcny69]

Michael Hutchinson you're dead.

[@MrAgreeandDisagree]

Same. Upgrading my PC with 2nd hand components has been quite fun. Ebay or Gumtree are great for that

[@BRBallin1]

I bought lightly used wireless magic keyboard and trackpad for a total of $100 for both. Otherwise $200 brand new from Apple.

[@NabilSutjipto]

I always made sure to sell my tech once not using, but for some reason rarely consider the other way around :P

[@prplehaze8442]

@@dcny69 Why?

[@cruyffway6973]

1:41 meanwhile PewDiePie posting 720p videos sitting on his floor with a broken tambourine

[@uchetia]

Even less focus 😂

[@taoyunzhi1323]

Totally agree! I'm still using an iPhone 6s from 4 years ago and it still works perfectly (well, apart from the battery, but I have access to power bank all the time so this problem doesn't really annoy me). Every time I want to purchase a new, expensive item, I would ask myself: what are the problems and missing features of my current item? do these problems affect my daily life? do I really need the added features on a daily basis? And I'm now happily using my old phone and old laptop. And you are right! The upgrade will finally happen, but just not now. Thanks for the video!

[@eduardochavacano]

and are you using that Siri voice thing?

[@taoyunzhi1323]

@@eduardochavacano No. Personally I don't really need it. (at least for now)

[@evelynp.5811]

Same! I’m also using my iPhone 6s from 2016 and everything’s fine except for the BATTERY! Had it serviced and hope it’ll lasts for another 3 years 😃 My parents have been asking me which version of iPhone I wanted to buy but, I really dont see the need to upgrade it as it still works perfectly fine!

[@xcyvc]

The easiest way is just to replace the battery yourself especially on an old iPhone because that’s one of the simplest repairs or changes you can do. I did the same with my iPhone 7 Plus after two years for just €20 because I didn’t wanted to pay the €80 from Apple for a battery that’s likely going to cost only a few euros in production.

[@taoyunzhi1323]

@blad90 Yeah! Even my iPhone 4s is functioning perfectly for basic stuff like phone calls and text messages.

[@Valen12valen]

This hits hard. A month ago I bought with my first payment an expensive phone. The first week I was like "This is life". Now I think, "Dude, now I have to work more for have more nice things, because the new phone it's boring". This society is sick. Edit: There is a proverb "You must not buy a thing If you can't buy it twice. if this is the case, it's too expensive for you"

[@digitalspecter]

The sickness is that we have been marketed this idea that whatever is wrong in your life there's a product or service you can buy to alleviate it. If that didn't make you happy, this new or other thing to purchase surely will! We've been steered away from thinking about our lives and the meaning of it, what we actually value.. I would think that for many people it would be basic safety (food, health, lodging), meaningful social relationships, pursuing fulfilling creative endeavours (not just to turn them to "side hustle"), enjoying nature, helping other people, seeking truth and wisdom, learning new skills, etc.. Many of these are being commodified (companies want you to pay for them).

[@076657]

This society is sick? You are sick. What's wrong with using an iPhone 6S like I do?

[@roelvanacker]

your videos here look genuinely really nice in 1080p, I don't see how more pixels would benefit your channel (do people discriminate YT-videos based on pixelcount?) fellow architect here, I work 40h weeks not for luxury but to have a basic income that would allow for normal expenses and a vacation every 3-5years.. yeah, it's not much. I've waited for a long time to upgrade my phone, yet now after 5 months I'm still happy with it, how much faster it is than the last one (4 generations younger) still amazes me at least once a week. It's a genuine effort to resist to impulse-buy, and to think a long time before splurging some amount of money on anything. Mostly I succeed in this effort, because I also noticed buying stuff doesn't actually make you happy for a longer period. I did buy an apartment in Brussels though, it will be like paying monthly rent for the next 25y and then it'll be my own.. sweet, and crazy. -roel

[@gatekeeping8528]

This is what I think, who feels happy for buying an new phone? We just need the speed and batteries, sometimes the camera and it applies to most tech

[@Noah-Lach]

KZbin’s bitrate for 1080p video is awful. Even if he just upscaled the 1080p footage to 4K it would look a lot better without having to change anything in the production pipeline.

[@avexus7756]

doesn't sound like you're watching this on a >1080p monitor or tv then

[@hellhog405]

25 years?! really? how much is the rent? can u tell me please?

[@roelvanacker]

@@hellhog405 paying off my mortgage is LIKE paying rent. And yes, my mortgage is for the next 24years. Unless I find a better paid job or I sell the apartment sooner. Or I marry a wealthy guy or something, who knows what life holds in store right?

[@ducstatiba2]

I live by something called being a broke college student, I pretty much upgrade when is literally unusable

[@sarizonana]

I’m that way too not upgrade until it’s unusable.

[@jaker2843]

Daniel: "Most people with iphones tend to upgrade every 1-2 years." Me: *watching in 480p laughing on my iPhone 6S from 5 years ago...

[@evelynp.5811]

Jake Rispoli same! iPhone 6s still going strong tho // not planning to upgrade it anytime soon 😃

[@IrrationalDelusion]

6s supports 720p btw!

[@catlat3606]

480p squad 😎😎

[@campkira]

i still don't still had iphone x but few years ago i had to change like 1-2 years... since andriod just cheap and new update just made it so slow... and newer app require more power.. next thing i know i got A ROG phone just to play those game...

[@remusb]

Rocking 6s everyday without any issues 🥰

[@ebrahimalbanki1977]

This is one of the most honest and frank videos I've seen lately. It was like a pause for thinking of genuine needs and wants ... Loved the scientific illustration of the phenomenon and your smooth way of convincing your audience to adapt your beliefs. I'm following you, Sir ✌🏽

[@Holdeenio]

I've never felt any pull towards clothing or footwear, but technology for sure. 👍

[@adixar]

Same! I don't get people who spend so much time on clothes, etc.

[@LJohann]

Yep i just wear whatever looks decent, is comfortable and cheap. Done.

[@Terminal_Apotos]

Bruh I have like 2 shirts and 3 pants that fit and that’s it

[@inubrother3524]

same, i just want a new phone but not new clothes nor shoes lol

[@josephmclord]

if i stop getting so many videos about tech and such, I wont be tempted to buy it, bt rarely can you browse youtube or read news without seeing something about latest technology

[@UnknownUser-fg3fs]

5:43 my man living life on the edge with 1% iPhone 7 Plus battery...

[@campkira]

he had more than one phonne.... not real person won't do that...

[@johnwilliamsoniii3936]

I too like to live dangerously.

[@0815michik]

Have you heard of Systems Thinking? It is often called the most essential skill in the 21st century (not only in an economic sense but in a way to see and understand the world) and very important to solve climate change. I think this could be something you could be very interested in. To me, it showed, that humans are even more integrated into and dependent on the world than I thought. If you need a good book to start on, I can recommend you "Thinking in Systems: A Primer" by Donella H. Meadows I also liked the first more general chapters of "Advanced Game Design: A Systems Approach" by Michael Sellers very much. I would love to see a video where you talk about this. Thank you for your good videos :D

[@DanielTitchener]

That's a great suggestion! 😊

[@erroldnazareth]

This makes so much sense. I can clearly relate to the hedonic adaptation theory because I always feel I need an 'upgrade' even if its only been a year since my last upgrade. Thanks Daniel!

[@ayushkumarchandra]

Everytime I watch your video I feel as if someone has curated all my thoughts and made a masterpiece out of it just for me. All of your videos are completely related and totally incredible.

[@krisztinakovacs2604]

And you curated my thoughts about this video! Thanks :)

[@DanielTitchener]

That might be one of the kindest comments I've ever received... Thanks Ayush! 🙏🏼

[@Dinara1up]

Andrew Kirby and You are two people i always look up to on KZbin for finding my way, as in, limiting myself from going overboard with my emotions. Thank you! This is the part of KZbin i respect the most.

[@dfountain74]

So, with your wife not being a minimalist (which I think you've mentioned in a past video), how do you come to a compromise on things like intentional purchasing, etc.? I ask because I would LOVE to adopt a similar state of being, for lack of a better phrase, but my partner is exactly the opposite. I would love to see a video on how you two blends your preferences so wonderfully!

[@wajinshu]

WoW this recommendation hit the spot for me. I've been planning to upgrade my Samsung s9 because of lackluster battery. Maybe I will wait more. Thanks for the video. Edit: Purchased Zero Lemon battery pack today. Much cheaper than buying a new phone. Thanks again for this vid

[@heinzkitzvelvet]

My step daughters iPhone 6 has had a battery AND a screen replaced. It's the difference between an upgrade, and a repair. Repair is always cheaper.

[@traviswebster8302]

Heinzkitz Velvet okay that’s just whack he’s talking about things like upgrading from a iPhone 8 or X, you’re talking a five year old phone with only 1 gig of ram.

[@bman2k4]

I got an Samsung S8 I feel you pain. Gps is starting to act up when driving but it still works.

[@Wuozlinga]

Just upgrade to a Oneplus, google pixel or iPhone next year. That way you will have a longer lasting phone

[@TheDeLeG3nD]

Damn man, you too? I was just thinking these days to upgrade my S9 plus, for no good reason whatsoever! Seriously, battery life might not be on par with newer phones, but it gets me through the day with moderate usage, and if not there's always the fast charging to solve that issue on-the-go. Camera, software, and overall speed is still more than great, and I'm a power user. So, no good reason to do so and yet I've still contemplated buying a new Note 20 when it comes out, even tho it wouldn't really feel like all that much of an upgrade. It would essentially "steal" 1000€ from my wallet.

[@maschafestival]

I find the clarity of the points you make bring me a sense of clarity and calm in my own life even though nothing has changed in my life in the time between the start and end of this video. Thanks for the video, great as always!

[@AwesumBear]

Amen. I love minimalism. I love the idea that I can pack everything I own into two suitcases and just take off whenever I want. It's so refreshing not being bound to a place. Minimalism is freedom.

[@whitegoodman7465]

Your bed, couches, tv all fit into 2 suitcases...yeah ok. Minimalism is another millennial trend.

[@pinkdiscomosh2766]

It’s quite convenient that’s I’ve come across your video in a time such as this when I’m thinking almost daily about upgrading my MacBook Pro and my iPhone this year. I’ve recently come to the decision that I’m going to be putting both of them off until I’ve paid off my debt consolidation loan of over 10k. Which should be accomplished by the fall. I truly believe that by putting a barrier of responsibility in front of it, I’ll feel much better with the purchasing decisions and might even not do it for another year. Great video.

[@alexstewart3308]

Love the simple and effective your channel presents super helpful information! I’ve recently being trying to decrease my phone usage but your videos are a go to when I need advice for living simply!

[@dominiquetheeasyminimalist]

Thanks for sharing that interesting study, I like how you provide a different angle on minimalism. For the past 5-6 years I wanted an iPad, but could not justify the cost for my utilization. I had a cheap Asus laptop at home for personal use (my employer provides a laptop for work), but after 7 years it crashed and it was not possible to fix it. So, I finally got myself a brand new iPad! My cell is an iPhone 10, but I had a 5s up until last fall. I love tools, but I believe that there is a difference between usefulness and desire. It all comes down to « do I really need it », excluding shoes... 😉

[@omarlite]

I balance desire vs need in my life by purchasing laptops every 5 years, phone every other year (mid range) and my iPad it took me around 6y and bought base model ($329).

[@ch41aka]

One of my most favorite videos in KZbin! Learnt a lot , thank you Daniel ♥️✅

[@Bondoz007]

Hedonic adaptation was interesting- I would have started with that as the obsolescence is pretty well known. I recently had my hair dryer repaired at a repair cafe ... after 20 years. I look after cables and wires for all electrical items. It took 5 min to fix at repair cafe - one wire to resolder - great to know I didn't have to chuck it out.

[@pakigangsta5]

wow, i guess they dont make em like they used to. I have to buy a new beard trimmer every 2-3 years cuz they break...

[@del22marcus]

Love this especially the idea about the impact on the environment, we’re really all been taken for a ride. And I really love new stuff but we need to take a step back and look at the bigger picture.

[@castmarco]

The scholar reference about Hedonic Adaptation is ace!! And I don’t mind the 1080P issue, tbh I’d not even noticed as I mostly watch these on my phone and your videos are good and the content very relevant

[@robert99427]

I absolutely love your videos, the minimalistic style, passion, and professionalism is through the roof. Keep it up, you have inspired me.

[@omelettekid5469]

One thing which also escalates consumerism is the Diedrot Effect. Goods have to be in line with the consumer's identity. So ,one costly purchase and you are rushing to change your carpets and curtains.

[@Hyf5]

Wow, i can't remember the last time a video on youtube helped me this much. I just started my career life and like a true capitalist i started looking at stuff i could buy with my first paycheck, i had already reached the realization that upgrading stuff won't necessarily make me happy but i needed to hear your argument in a neater fashion. I'm getting the idea now of why i'm attracted to minimalism so much.

[@vIBEDoUT-Channel]

You should see this kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXKUeIh4id1jaZI

[@swabby429]

When I'm itching to buy something exotic or the next "gotta have it" item, I always postpone it for at least a week. Most often, the rush of buying peters out. If it's something I really need, rather than want, I've had time to more rationally think through the potential purchase.

[@GenAndrei]

J Johnson same here man

[@abdola-g6v]

You just earned yourself a new subscriber. Really love your channel and your discussions. We as humanity really need to reconsider our priorities, only then can we actually be successful and happy. Not saying it will be easy (for me or anyone), but seriously, doing so will make us happy.

[@jwjw24]

watching your video randomly reminded me of this: 11 He has made everything beautiful in its time. He also has planted eternity in men’s hearts and minds [a divinely implanted sense of a purpose working through the ages which nothing under the sun but God alone can satisfy], yet so that men cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end. Ecclesiastes 3:11 | AMP basically you’ll never be satisfied until you get to know your Creator 💭

[@DanielTitchener]

💯🙌🏼

[@Dogsandsewon]

KZbin recommendation - thank you YT, probably best video I’ve watched for months. So worth a watch, such a good reminder

[@ijaen]

1080p is perfectly fine, wait until the economic crisis improves. The aesthetic of your videos is fine.

[@Riley05]

Thanks for taking the time to make a video like this that is really important for people to know.. Everyone should watch this because it will make them realize how happiness doesn't always last with the latest products.

[@yellit1975]

Another interesting and thought-provoking video. When thinking about replacing something, I’m usually successful at thinking about my needs rather than just looking at an upgrade. If your need is a good camera with 4K Video, the Sony A6100 is a great choice for £680 rather than the A7R IV for £3,500. Of course, there could be other needs that only the A7R IV can only meet. Mind you, I’m not convinced that the majority of KZbin viewers are watching on a 4K device.

[@DanielTitchener]

Thanks Christopher! 🙌🏼It's always a pleasure to see your insightful comments!

[@pj8761]

This is a hidden gem of a video. One of the most important and useful videos you can find on KZbin !

[@isabelapiva5096]

pewdiepie would still record in VGA if he had the chance

[@alvareo92]

gamers balk at standard definition 30fps

[@Darkfa1r]

I think he still uses the OG 2016 HTC vive

[@Driziationz]

My motto is before purchasing any non-primary NEED items are 1. Do you really need them? 2. Are the price justified or is it the best bang for buck in value in it's class? 3. Ensure that there are no cheaper options that would give you the quality or quality near the item that you're going to purchase. If there is or are such item, then consider to buy that item instead of the costlier one. 4. If it's not a primary need item, and I don't really need it and just want it. I would ensure that I have the resources to buy 10 of those items first before buying one ( so 1:10) This kind of mindset can be applied for any purchase, to help a minimalist lifestyle, free of clutter and hedonist views

[@giosanpedro]

Hedonic Adaptation - I'm so like that with my video games, now I've a huge backlog :( btw awesome content man!

[@Player_Zhirow]

That backlog will serve you well because the PS5 and XBOX 1 too, can kick rocks with that increased game cost, retention of micro transactions and barely noticeable increased graphical fidelity. Personally I have a backlog on xb1,ps4, switch, steam, and oculus. They'll get money when these systems die, if I haven't completed my games and decided F-it after the last 3 decades. They really need to bring it with some innovation.

[@gavinderulo12]

@@Player_Zhirow imo games have never been as good as they are now.

[@Player_Zhirow]

@@gavinderulo12 Actually games have been alot better then they are now. For starters they were complete, you could play a game and it actually had a beginning, middle, and end. Games didn't nickel and dime you with microtransactions, you weren't besieged by ads at the beginning of games or during load screens. Games started when you loaded them in, most games had no load times, in fact when the Xbox360 and PS3 were announced we were told there would be virtually no load times. I know when I bought Naruto for my PS4 I put it in and I literally went and made lunch before it was playable, now that's the average. The only thing good about the games today is they're prettier to look at, that doesn't make them better. The majority of games are sequels now, how many new properties have you played lately? Most games even all play the same. Every FPS has the same load of 1 handgun, 1 rifle, 1 shotgun, 1 machine gun, grenades and usually a RPG. It's rare to get a new weapon that does something creative. Red Faction: Armageddon had some of the most creative gunplay and that was in 2011. Motorstorm came out in 2006 and had the most intricately detailed car models, where you could see the individual screws and gears in wrecks. Next gen has basically the same controls and the graphics will look better but I have plenty to keep me occupied if they can't come up with something to wow me.

[@gavinderulo12]

@@Player_Zhirow I completely disagree. The witcher 3, arkham knight, god of war, red dead redemption 2, metro exodus, control, star wars jedi fallen order, the last of us, ghost of tsushima, sekiro, horizon zero dawn, MGS 5, SOMA, Nier Automata. These are all amazing games that are much better than similar games that came before. I know that there is a lot of garbage out there, but that has been the case in every era of gaming, we just remember the good ones though. The games that are full of microstransactions are games that don't interest me anyways. The load times are due to games being larger and more graphically demanding than ever, its just a hardware limitation and nothing you can fault the devs for. It's like demanding our airplanes to fly at the speed of light eventhough nothing with mass is able to reach that speed. Its just not possible right now. Also, its funny that you mentioned red faction Armageddon as I recently bought that game on steam, and it is as generic of a shooter as I've ever seen one. Its almost nostalgic in a way as it reminds me of the huge amount of generic 3rd person shooters that released around 2010. If you want a truly unique shooter (at least story wise) then play Spec ops the line. For unique gameplay play Control.

[@Player_Zhirow]

@@gavinderulo12 Spec ops had a good story, but it was a one and done, I've known people they've played it and we all agree it's good, I havent met anyone that's replayed it. That's the sign of a good Hanne, do you want to replay it. I'm not sure how Red Faction was generic, there's a black hole gun with its own gravity field and you must play different games then I do because other then Fortnight, which does it worse, I havent played a shooter with nanotechnology disentegration and rebuilding on the fly. The most innovation I've seen in a shooter is Titan Fall which nailed parkour FPS and the ability to enter mechs on the fly. You don't even need a mech to take out a mech, that's how well balanced the innovation is. Also your list proves my point, of the games you named, I think 4 weren't sequels. No innovation literally at all. I said they were prettier, that doesn't make them better, Arkham Knight was prettier then the other 3 Batman games but it was a slog and the worst in the series. They even managed to make the Bat mobile tedious, how do you even do that?? I can fault the devs plenty, your giving them a pass. I've played a ton of fun and creative indie games that had low to virtually zero load times. No one asked for all these overly long open world games that require so much loading, how about make better games? Or optimize better? Should I believe it's a hardware limitation when you can literal change the graphics in Halo the Masterchief edition on the fly in game from original to modern graphics near instantaneously? Come on man, your letting a lot of flash and dazzle convince you that you don't deserve better, games are $60 (soon to be $70)a pop, and that's just to get the base edition, not the full game usually (aka the ultimate edition) I don't know about you but I don't have money to waste on something that looks nice and doesnt entertain our isn't complete. At least add some clever game mechanics, look at the assassins creed series, you went from a stealth action strategy game where you could blend in to a walking tank that barely has any stealth, what's innovative and new since assassins 3 where they introduced trees you can run in, that hasn't been a staple since or ships in 4 which made a great pirate simulator but a crappy assassins game. What's come out in the last 2 years that's been innovative? Shadow of Mordor literally had broken texture sharers that required a patch. That's how it was shipped?! The textures literally didn't load on surfaces until a patch. Even the last of us 2 is just more of the same, it just looks better. Also Control had ALOT of problems. It's also Hellaunbalanced and the final fight is trash to be completely honest.

[@TechXity]

Trust me I've watched many videos on youtube realeted to your topic but your way of explaining things are much better. Thanks a lot.

[@aliaelborai]

The sound is SO GOOD in this video what is uuup it feels...special

[@keoganlarademusic918]

From a viewer's perspective, as long as a video is higher than 720p, I'm happy. In fact I probably wouldn't even notice. This is the first video of yours I've come across, and it is really well done. What initially made me click was the title, and I kept watching because of the content. 1080p is absolutely okay and I would say you didn't need to upgrade your computer or camera yet, but looks like you did that anyway. Anyway, this is an amazing video I am going to share with my friends!

[@moonykash]

Bought an iPhone 8+ 2nd hand last year Will be buying a galaxy s9 2nd hand soon (need a 2ndary phone) I could say I'm a tech enthusiast and i deeply am amazed by advancement made by smartphones so whenever my favorite YT reviewers post their vids, I really want to try them out, too and imagine myself buying one. Although, my work can afford buying flagships. But there's always that notion of buying items that are too expensive of their own good. That what we buy are just gimmicks (not necessarily useless but not essential, as well) that's why here I am, scavenging 2nd hand phones (which are all pristine, btw) Thanks for this vid! I've been drunk confused about my decisions and options lately. This was a much needed eye opener 👍

[@andreagiannetto3734]

I have a Galaxy S9, the worst experience ever. The battery life is miserable: i have to charge it two times every day (normal use) and I bought it 3 years ago. Also, it is the last Samsung phone with 4 GB of RAM and it's starting to has some lag. I always loved Samsung tho (i had a Galaxy S2 and a Galaxy Note 4 in the past), but after this, I'm thinking to switch to iOS.

[@JayTechZM]

@@andreagiannetto3734meh it depends. Still one of my favorite Galaxy phones over the last half decade 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@Ray03595]

i generally buy things onsale and look for deals as well. But have to admit, it does feel nice to treat yourself and get the newest thing once in a while. I can see why people get addicted to the constant upgrades. I'm only on my 2nd smartphone ever and I've been using them for 6+ years so not bad.

[@sarahslittlechats2493]

As a KZbinr for a different channel I feel the same way. In photography you're expected to keep upgrading cameras and gain more and more lenses & equipment...its a very expensive job. My 2012 macbook I had second hand broke after 5 years and I ended up getting a ipad to replace it. The upgrade cost less than a macbook and has given me much joy. Those are the happy moments, when something costs less when you need to upgrade. With the phones side, I used to upgrade every year because my phones were very cheap and didn't last long at all. Now I'm buying mid range phones they last me longer but aren't hitting some key things that I crave. I'm also a shopaholic which doesn't help things!! I enjoyed your video though :)

[@Pistolero891]

This was a bit of an eye opener, glad you came up on my recommendations!!

[@Carnology]

I do agree with the sentiment here, and I fully understand the feeling of joy when purchasing a new item that quickly fades after a few days, however the initial feeling of joy isn't the reason I upgrade. After that feeling fades, I'm left with a product that has improved my life and doesn't have me wanting more, I look for the right upgrade to make sure that it has everything I actually want so that when I buy it, I won't have the feeling that I need a further upgrade. This leads me to upgrade infrequently, as I already have what I want and I'll keep it until it's broken. For me, that means that the cost when I upgrade is high as I will purchase the product that ticks all the boxes, but it keeps me happy for a very long time so in the long run it works out. If I buy the latest and greatest tech at the time, it will easily last me 4+ years. I'm a PC gamer where some of my components such as Power Supply, Case, Fans, Screen & peripherals are about 10 years old and my CPU & motherboard 7+ years old (X58 6 core). They still do what they are meant to do, so I do not need to upgrade them. The same goes for phones, especially nowadays where most phones are peaking to the point where top tier ticks all the boxes quite easily. I don't buy clothes or any other material things very often as what I have is perfectly fine. This means that because of the items I've chosen to buy, I can easily keep up with today's standards but never do I have to upgrade on a regular basis. The problem I used to have was I would budget more, and buy the product that would save me money in the short term. This would end up meaning that I would need an upgrade sooner as I was never really happy with the item in the first place and I cut corners because of affordability. By buying the item that ticks all the boxes in the first place, I don't ever feel the need to upgrade it as I've truly got what I wanted.

[@aryandevpandey3507]

Where were you hiding daniel . This is so calming . Marking my presence here i see a great new youtuber upcoming. So much potential.

[@RahulAroraStrikeWithStyle]

That's sooo true and in all this shopping process with credit cards and loans, we don't realize that how much burden we have put on ourselves . What a great content 👏. Keep going my friend. And your voice is just amazing.

[@RAMTheWorld]

This is just what I needed to hear right now. Thank you, Daniel!

[@bd1647]

Great message in this video, I see so many people living this way and many don’t see it this way! Keep up the great content, love your videos 👌!

[@iumprincesingh]

your videos are now 4k btw

[@summerslider2487]

Yeah a conscious upgrade is good. He said doing it mindlessly is stupid.

[@vIBEDoUT-Channel]

I used to think like most people... But after realising the truth behind money and all... Well I think 4k is too much... 1080 should be highest

[@icyater]

Yeah, but the new trend is 8k.

[@moreiratc92]

I have a MacBook Pro mid 2012... Upgrated the Ram and SSD. Perfect edit to 4k too. No need of a new laptop

[@Devinfrbs]

@@icyater lol, clearly he should upgrade!

[@emilys8890]

I agree. Upgrade when you need. 6s to the 11 Mac Pro 2011 to the iPad Air 2020 I’ll be running my 2017 civic to the ground You don’t need the newest of the new. Be happy with what you have.

[@Antoine_Collignon]

This video really resonate with me. I'm literally a tech addict. Every new phone that get out, I need to absolutely unbox it myself and use it, it's like the next piece of tech that will help me focus more and be more productive. But now I just feel overwhelmed by all the tech I have around me, I'm literally drowning. I should sell them all and keep one device

Sell them. You can: Travel, eat at a expensive restaurant, buy a bike, buy a motorcycle, enroll in any class, starting a new hobbie, educate yourself, learn a new instrument, learn a new language, save up for a Safari in Africa, donate to charity, etc.

[@heinzkitzvelvet]

"literally"🙄

[@joefunk76]

No, you were figuratively drowning. You win the award for most egregious misuse of the word “literally”, and that is saying a lot.

[@quatro2732]

this is true! that is why im very contented with my stuff it took me 4 years before buying a new phone, 10 years to buy a new pc, 12 years to buy a new car and im still using my 8 year old vape because there is nothing new tech to impress me to buy a new gadget. every new gadget is just trying to hype us to purchase something that only gives you small incremental upgrades. for me when i buy something it should be very important for my needs and not wants, if you fall for the trap for hype for sure you will burn your wallet faster than the speeding locomotive.

[@sakhawatrahman4961]

Wait to buy a device until you really need it and then when you buy it; enjoy it as much as you can.

[@krovarus1911]

I think the trick is knowing where to get your upgrades from. If you only get new graphics cards from eBay auctions then it's fairly affordable to do every few years. Going with new phones that aren't from the flagship brands like Samsung or Apple often have better specs and cost quite a bit less.

[@emmanuelg.7185]

I've thought this way many times though I've kept consuming. Hearing someone who's thinking the same way truly motivates me to make a move and quit this kind of lifestyle that hurts me and my wallet in the long run

[@markyakovenko]

Amazing values, love your approach! Understanding from a minimalist

[@matiasdment6858]

seeing this after apple's event, thank you

[@nezinabel4291]

I finally changed my 10 years old TV & glad I didn't change it every 2 years since it was still working just fine! Thank you for this video

[@mcarlogm]

Watched all your patreon posts! I like how you effectively dissect a topic and discuss it in a very simple manner. This makes someone like me who is new to the concept absorb the information very quick!

[@DanielTitchener]

Hey! What's up Marte! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@FilmsByDan]

This is great. I'm ashamed of my spending habits. Somehow I manage to blow almost everything. Completely unacceptable, considering I could save about 70% of my income if I really wanted... Another thing to think about. The more stuff you own, the more emotional stress it can cause along with additional expenses to support and maintain that thing. Hobbies are great. But buying things without investing your time into those things is wasteful. I have so much to learn...

[@ryanalandt8716]

The algorithm directed me here and this is an amazing video. Definitely subbing for some more content. Keep up the good work.

[@michaelcortez9954]

I like using and having new things. They don't make me miserable. They make me more excited for the future.

[@razerville]

Ah a new "matt d'avella" with a better voice hahaha. Jokes aside , you got yourself a new fan. Plus we camera buddies now cause I too have the OG a7 🤣

[@rahulb6249]

Their thumbnail picture are similar.

[@florin521]

Even their looks are similar

[@anthonywilliams9415]

UK version

[@alvareo92]

anthony williams like The Office, but the other way around!

[@unleashthedog]

Yes! I've find that holding off upgrading for "when I can afford it" (which for me means: buy outright) also functions as a motivator to do better. I would only argue/suggest to realise what upgrades will affect your physical health, ie: if you are a runner you NEED to upgrade (or simply replace) your shoes before you might think. In my case I was like: oh the sole is not even worn on this side... which means I accentuated a bad posture and caused more damage to my joints than what would have been upgrading.

[@kaleidoscopeon]

When it comes to upgrades, its a never ending cycle.

[@rodrigo4379]

Still using ym iphone 6S that i bought in 2015 on release day. This phone still works and had 2 battery replacents over the years, the battery needs to be replaced again but the phone works for me. We should think more about what we really need and if we really need it. Great video as always!

[@theWanderer521]

For me personally, if it's already broken and affecting how I do things, that's when I upgrade or buy new stuff. I am saving for a 3970x workstation for my freelance job (currently using 8700k) - need that cpu power especially for rendering tasks

[@nicksam5518]

Delayed gratification is a real concept. If you notice yo want something, search it out. Research it, google it, see reviews on it. Many times, I found I dislike the info I see. like, reviewers show flaws or negatives I had not considered. I feel so much happier when I don't waste money, or I find I delight more in things I use often and meet needs, not just wants.( 5 yr old Mac, 3 yr old iPad, 1yr old iPhone, 12 year old Cadillac.)

[@lesleyharris525]

This was interesting, I watched it on my brand new tablet, because my old one died,so hubby got me a new one for my birthday,I would have done without, my car is 21years old but still works fine, so she stays,I'm not materialist ,but I'm not sure if you would call me minimalistic,

[@louiswho]

I'm the same way my car and phone are 12 years old because they're not particularly important to me as long as they work! But I also invest a little bit in building a new PC every 4-5 years lol

[@littlemisskate4254]

You’ve just sum me up in this video as when I’m miserable I always go out and buy something to try and make myself feel better and the same thing happened over and over again and then on miserable because I’ve run out of money because of what I’ve done.

[@joshieeeee]

6:12 I think this should be "Less Stuff, More Space"

[@peterring2714]

Watching this video by chance came at just the right time as it stopped me from making another expensive and unnecessary purchase. Thank you, Daniel.

[@peribow]

had me to the end,, "we work 40 hours a week because we upgrade and buy unnecessary things",, we work 40 hours a week because bosses don't care about your well being or happiness.

[@christophermerker1]

40?? What planet do you live on?

[@peribow]

@@christophermerker1 freak

[@xspireddreams]

I only upgrade things before they are broken if I can recoup a decent portion of the value by selling the item I am replacing. I started doing this awhile ago to pay off a loan and an overdraft that I was 'trapped' in, and also to pay off any long-term monthly contracts I had. I'm now down to just one monthly contract of only £16, which is the only expense that leaves my bank (excluding rent/utilities). The amount of money I've saved by not upgrading needlessly and cutting down on material items has definitely improved my mental health.

[@qimatswift4829]

If you put a new battery in your phone it’ll last you another 5 years.

[@campkira]

yeah but it lost ablity of waterproof... i would just not buy iphone... so many new andirod phone all the time..

[@xcyvc]

campkira You don’t need full waterproofing if you’re not going to swim with your phone. I recently changed the battery of my iPhone 7 Plus for like €20 because after two years the device was getting slow and didn’t lasted that long. I added a new adhesive strip so the device is splash proof again but I’m still trying not to Get any type of liquid on the device, so I can use it for another two years without an issue. I also often thought about getting a new iPhone, just because I had the mindset that the newer ones always were a little better even if I don’t need the extra power or features, but this video made it really clear why it is not necessary if the old one still works perfectly and still can handle all the daily tasks that I’m doing with the device. The marketing strategies of corporations these days are really good when it comes to selling you something that you don't actually need. We all always think that we look through the whole thing and don't fall for that, but the whole thing still acts subtly on us and influences us.

[@InconsistentContent]

@@xcyvc heavy rain joins the chat

[@twinkharrylwt226]

campkira it doesn’t.. untill iphone 8 it coststs 60 euros to replce battery and iphone is still waterproofed.. iphone higher up cost 70 euros.. just do it at Apple themselves

[@xcyvc]

Inconsistent Content heavy rain shouldn't be a big problem here either. I myself used my first generation AirPods in the rain and nothing happened, even though the headphones are not even water protected. But no matter how water-protected any electrical devices are, we are still talking about electronics and there you should generally avoid contact with any liquids. Even if an electrical company sells your device as water-protected, in the event of water damage, no free repair will be taken over and the whole thing is not covered by the guarantee, which should give you food for thought.

[@wildreams]

Upgrade when it make sense. If the incremental cost, results in way more productivity. No need to overspend on upgrades. But no need to overthink it either.

[@Akira_nvrsuc]

I've set my dream car as a goal and since then i was able to save more money and stop buying multiple sneakers and random stuff. I think having a something expensive as a goal helps you forcing to not buy useless things.

[@trevor4533]

What is your dream car? A 1st gen NSX like your profile pic?

[@Akira_nvrsuc]

@@trevor4533 yes, finally getting it this September 👍🏻

[@trevor4533]

Akira Rambo congrats! I’m still kicking myself for not buying one when they were 20k 😂

[@Asiavlogs20]

This video is really spot on for me. It helps me decide on what would be my priorities in life. Keep it up man! I've subscribed already. :)

[@Moskito844]

Damn! This guy be changing his shoes every 4 to 6 months, meanwhile I'm here wearing the same ones for the last 8 years lol

[@adelgado8917]

4-6 months is basically what sneakerheads will do when new sneakers drop.

[@mr.stupiddream3562]

I like your point of view, Daniel. In my opinion being more mindful about anything in general makes things better. Applying such approach to the modern consumerism can break this crazy circle of pointless purchases. Keep up the good work!

[@ToadyEN]

If you could leave the Apple ecosystem you could build a pretty beastly PC for video editing for a reasonable price. Ryzen ftw. Also great vid, I subbed I try to keep to a 4 year update cycle with my products whilst keeping my eyes on the market for deals. I do get a little jealous when I see my friends upgrading to the latest products though :P

[@SkyforgerCFW]

No need to leave the ecosystem, Hackintosh is a thing.

[@d11ita]

@@SkyforgerCFW kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2nNppJnZbOefbs

[@alvareo92]

Goran eh, kind of a hassle and headaches later on

[@mostafaa.363]

d11ita I laughed out loud

[@snowfox7739]

If you're going to upgrade at least wait until the Apple Silicon Macs come out. WAY more power from what I've heard various experts say.

[@lettsplays_]

I feel like shoes are actually generally important to change within a good time. Especially if you’re using the shoes for exercise. It’s a safety thing seeing as foam wears out

[@spitfire4460]

“Trainers”

[@gerson9811]

lol

[@alexanderradec]

This is so true! I went from an iPhone 12 mini to a 13 because I was dissatisfied with battery life, poor cell reception due to a smaller attenna, and slower processor. However I usually keep a phone up to 2 years and now it’ll be until apps are no longer supported. I’ve realized this “happiness” from upgrading fading usually after a couple days as well.

[@paulmerced5587]

It's like Matt D'Avella did the Fusion Dance with his wife

[@jamiew4851]

Randomly find your channel and I love your content. I am not a frequent buy, I just upgrade my iphone 7 to iphone 11 pro and my 6 years laptop to a new one, because the old one got some issue like slow / battery low. I basically get them as it feels necessary to upgrade. But you are right even after getting it, happiness only last for a few days. & sometimes I find the old one is better is some ways. I would like to keep things minimal too and spend money on learning or anything makes me feel more solid. Also it saves the environment too!

[@filipmilanovic9535]

jokes on you, I only buy stuff when it becomes unusable and even then waiting for a discount

[@theempowermentnetwork1]

I can feel calmer just by listening to your voice and watching your beard and your biceps.

[@Dailytekk]

Cool video! Keep up the good work.

[@MohammadDaniaalKhan]

Really appreciate your effort in taking the time & guts to put this out there!