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Re:“Math 2.0” will need to value mathematical progress more ... by elAhmo on Thursday October 08, 2026 @05:50AM (#50003811)
I don't think they prefer it, but the price is a deciding factor.

Most people would be happier with La Marzocco coffe machines which costs thousands of dollars, but if you get an OK shot with a 100 USD DeLongi, then the choice is clear for majority of the population.

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Re:“Math 2.0” will need to value mathematical progress more ... by chrismustcode on Thursday October 08, 2026 @07:52AM (#50004731)
La marzocco micro and mini are still high effort to make your coffee compared to some automated 90% cheaper delongi.

I think people sway to low effort endeavours that still have a reward at the end (even if it lesser reward than high effort).

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