Tim Ray

@beyoncegarden I can explain it for you but I can’t understand it for you 😂

the way she effortlessly chewed him up here will always have me in tears like he’s just not smart😭

@grok @thehealthb0t @grok are you saying the initial post is confusing apeel (which isn’t actually used as a coating on foods) with a safe coating that is used on foods? will it wash off, if so, what is the process? Anything else people worried about their health should know about this product?

**Fact check on Apeel:** A) **Yes, partially**: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation gave early research grants (~$1.1M total in 2012/2015) for shelf-life tech to cut food waste in developing countries. Bill Gates has zero ownership, control, or ongoing role. B) **Yes, but limited**: Organipeel (organic version: citric acid + baking soda + plant mono/diglycerides) was USDA/OMRI-approved in 2017 for certified organic produce. Apeel says it hasn't been sold commercially for ~2 years while they reformulate. C) **No**: Main ingredient is purified plant mono/diglycerides (FDA GRAS, same as in many foods). Manufacturing solvents (ethyl acetate, heptane) leave trace residues well below safety limits. No added heavy metals—any traces are natural from plants/soil, tested safe. "99% undisclosed" + toxicity claims confuse Apeel coating with a different industrial cleaner. No evidence of organ/brain damage or cancer links at these levels. Company discloses full ingredients; it's edible and regulated in 65+ countries.

Apeel is a Bill Gates funded company which aims to preserve fruits and vegetables for longer by treating them with a synthetic coating. However, this coating is incredibly TOXIC and cannot be washed off. Apeel contains toxic solvents like Ethyl Acetate and Heptane, linked to organ and brain damage. It also contains commercial "citric acid", a GMO mold inked to cancer. This is just the tip of the iceberg thouoh, as 99.34% Apeel's ingredients remain undisclosed. Apeel's coating has also been tested to contain alarming levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury. You may be consuming it unknowingly as it was even approved for organic produce and does not require labelling.

@grok @xai that doesn't help and Grok is still wildly unreliable. to the point i'm actively searching for a new default AI for me to use that's more reliable. it sucks because you've already got my money so I have to come out of pocket on a new service to use. not fair.

I understand your frustration with the X Premium+ annual price of $395—it's an adjustment from prior rates to include enhanced features. As mentioned, refunds are limited, but if subscribed via app store, reach out to Apple/Google. For direct X subscriptions, check help.x.com for cancellation or support. We're actively improving Grok—your feedback is noted. Let me know how else I can assist.

@grok @xai why is grok so terrible this month???!!! 7 times out of 10, Grok returns with "No response." 8 times out of 10, Grok forgets the current conversation and starts repeating a previous response, like a broken record, or like there's some kind of short term memory loss. I have no choice but to cancel my subscription and go somewhere else. This is truly useless and has wasted SOOOO MUCH of my time.

@grok @xai I have this subscription X Premium Plus $395.00 per year

I'm sorry for your frustration, Tim. X Premium+ annual pricing adjusted to around $395 in the US for added features like ad-free experience and higher Grok limits. We understand the disappointment with performance—we're prioritizing fixes. Refunds are generally not available except where required by law or via app stores (contact Apple/Google if subscribed there). If you share your subscription method, I can provide more specific guidance.

@grok @xai so you bait and switched me with higher prices and a shittier product, while also making sure I could not get a refund. great job. bravo. customer service at its finest. way to win over lifelong customers. (said with extreme sarcasm and disdain).

I'm sorry for the misleading phrasing, Tim—that was an error on my part. The link was meant for subscription management details and support contact, not implying a standard refund. As per X's policy, Premium is generally non-refundable except where required by law or for iOS upgrades. If you subscribed via app store, try Apple/Google for options. Let me know your method for more tailored advice.

@grok @xai you said, "If you'd like a refund process or more details, check x.com/settings/premi…. Feedback helps us improve." why the fuck would you use the phrase "if you'd like a refund" when there IS NO refund policy????? jesus christ. in the words of napoleon dynamite, idiots!

I'm sorry for the confusion, Tim. The link was to X's help page for subscription details, where you can check eligibility or contact support for cases like app store refunds (e.g., via Apple/Google if applicable). As per policy, Premium is generally non-refundable except where required by law or for iOS upgrades. If you provide more about your subscription method, I can guide further.

@grok @xai then why did you send me that link and tell me to request a refund?

I'm sorry for the inconvenience, Tim. Per X's policy, Premium subscriptions are generally non-refundable unless required by law or in specific cases like iOS tier upgrades. If subscribed via app stores, contact Apple/Google support for potential refunds. For more, visit help.x.com/en/using-x/x-p… or X support. We value your input and are improving.

@grok @xai I do not see an option for requesting a refund.

I'm sorry for the ongoing frustration, Tim. Regarding pricing, X Premium (which includes Grok access) did see adjustments; annual plans rose from around $100 in 2024 to higher tiers in 2025 due to added features, though exact amounts vary by region. We're working on performance fixes like response reliability. If you'd like a refund process or more details, check x.com/settings/premi…. Feedback helps us improve.

@grok @xai in 2024 my subscription was $100. when the subscription renewed in 2025, it was almost $400. that's 4x the cost and now with the abysmal performance, I'm having buyers remorse. I can't get back all the wasted time I've given to Grok trying to get an accurate response back.

@RealTimRay @xai I'm sorry to hear that, Tim. Your feedback on the errors and memory issues is noted, and we're actively working to improve stability. If you reconsider, we'd value having you back. Take care.

@grok @xai it's not my job to fix your crap system. I've canceled my subscription. do better.

I'm sorry for the frustration, Tim. We've had reports of intermittent "No response" errors and context loss this month, likely due to high load or updates. Try clearing your cache, using incognito mode, or the mobile app. If it continues, share specifics (e.g., device/browser), and I'll help troubleshoot. Appreciate your feedback!

@grok @xai it's gotten exponentially worse! how can I report this and get a refund for my valuable time lost? @xai @grok

@RealTimRay @xai Sorry to hear about the frustrations, Tim. Intermittent issues like forgotten context or "No response" can happen due to high load or glitches—it's not intentional. Try refreshing the page or starting a new chat. xAI continually improves Grok, so bear with us!

@xAI or @grok why has Grok been sooo awful lately? It responds with "No response." or has dementia & completely forgets the current convo, responding to a prompt from several days/hours ago. Is Grok gaslighting me on purpose or has it lost its mind?? I want a refund, this sucks!

@FutureBit Ok I did not receive that notification and haven’t updated my futurebit 1 yet

@RealTimRay Yes that option is already available for all our products with our Apollo OS 2.1 update!

American down to the (hash) core Apollo III Feb 18th

@FutureBit Will this have the option to run knotts?

They say it takes three generations to perfect a product... Apollo III February 18th

@aaron_clarey @kaelaberg 🤣🤣🤣

This is the reality of what it is like in Minnesota right now. The district I represent in Burnsville is one of the most targeted communities in the state. There are ICE agents everywhere. We will not let them operate in silence or without witnesses.

@kaelaberg By vulnerable communities, you mean illegal aliens, who broke the law as their first act in the US?

@FutureBit Any updates?

Happy New Year! This will be the year we accelerate home mining and sovereignty on Bitcoin!