Marathon gaming sessions that go late into the night inevitably continue to play out after my head hits the pillow. My eyeballs that had been subjected to an onslaught of graphic eye-candy just can’t seem to halt seeing explosions, skateboards, or worse, large non-stationary mushrooms. In a collision of worlds, now it seems, that if […]
Marathon gaming sessions that go late into the night inevitably continue to play out after my head hits the pillow. My eyeballs that had been subjected to an onslaught of graphic eye-candy just can’t seem to cease seeing explosions, skateboards, or worse, massive non-stationary mushrooms. In a collision of worlds, now it seems, that if I wanted to I could further blur my reality by sticking these large graphics right on my walls.
I’m not sure waking up from tormented pixelated fantasies to find physical manifestations of my nightmares is such a good thing. While it is true I’ve thought about how cool it would be to actually be in a video game, I don’t think I want to go there just yet. But hey, now you can.
Just a swift note for you iPhone 2.0 users regarding entering domain names. In the original firmware there was a handy “.com” button when entering URLs, but you had to manually type “.org” and “.net” and “.co.uk” and other domain suffixes. Now, though, you simply hold down the “.com” button and presto, you’re offered the above mentioned options as one-click entries. Why this was a priority on Apple’s iPhone to-do list and cut-and-paste wasn’t is puzzling, but we’re still glad it’s there. [TUAW]
An unearthed piece of personal history has been reconstructed by some long-time die heard preservationists. No other than the first software ever sold by Apple, it is a reconstruction of BASIC, then available on audiotape. So if you have a need to revisit old programming languages, read on. With the information processed through an Apple I […]
An unearthed piece of personal history has been reconstructed by some long-time die heard preservationists. No other than the first software ever sold by Apple, it is a reconstruction of BASIC, then available on audiotape. So if you’ve a need to revisit old programming languages, read on.
With the information processed through an Apple I emulator, an audio file was created. The original cassette interface converted the waves into ones and zeros depending on their frequency. Meanwhile, back in the future, a modern-day sound program was used to visualize the wave pattern. By knowing the final form is supposed to be exactly 4096 bytes, some interesting archeology was employed to disassemble the program back into 6502 code.
This is museum quality stuff here, and certainly important from a historical perspective. There is a certain truth to that whole ‘must-know-the-past-to-move-on-into-the-future’ thing. I advocate you scour the thrift stores and dig up some old personal for your children to play around with while you’re reading this.
If you wanna know what the 70’s sounded like, click here for a small .mp3
Following last week’s announcement by Oregon Senator Ron Wyden, that he wants to end unfair taxes on wireless products and services, Verizon Wireless issued a statement “applauding” the senators work. And sounding like a-know-it-all. Steve Zipperstein, vice president and general counsel at Verizon Wireless, stated in a statement: “Verizon Wireless has always said wireless customers should […]
Following last week’s announcement by Oregon Senator Ron Wyden, that he wants to end unfair taxes on wireless products and services, Verizon Wireless issued a statement “applauding” the senators work. And sounding like a-know-it-all.
Steve Zipperstein, vice president and general counsel at Verizon Wireless, stated in a statement: “Verizon Wireless has always said wireless customers should not be subject to unfair and discriminatory taxes, and this bill addresses that issue directly. On behalf of our more than 67 million customers, we applaud this proposed legislation and commend Senators Wyden and Snowe for this important effort to make wireless services more inexpensive for American consumers.”
You’re right Verizon, you always have said you hated charging people unfair taxes. Thanks for come out.
Kajima’s floor-by-floor slow demolition is one of those rare things in life that leaves you truly speechless, mouth wide-open, and pinching yourself to be sure this is real while you mutter “what the frak.” After all, seeing the video of a 20-floor building submerging into the asphalt as if it was liquid is something that belongs to a sci-fi motion picture. The stunning process—called daruma-otoshi—is not only nearly surrealistic but it helps to reduce the environmental impact. Seriously, I have the ability to watch this for hours:
The Vaio BZ series business notebook from Sony combines the look of a Vaio and the durability of a ThinkPad to make a glitzier business notebook than we usually see. The BZ isn’t Mil-Spec strong like Toughbooks or EliteBooks, but it carries HDD shock protection and a spill resistant keyboard in its magnesium alloy case, which is similar spec-wise to a Lenovo ThinkPad.
The 15.4″ lappie is equipped with an Intel Centrino 2 processor, up to 4GB RAM, 320GB HD, DVD+R, card reader, 3 USBs and FireWire in its fairly hefty 6-pound frame. The only thing missing is the crapware, as Sony lets customers pass on the bloat with their FreshStart option. The BZ starts around $1000 and is available now, press release down below.
NEW SONY PROFESSIONAL NOTEBOOK LINE MEANS BUSINESS
VAIO BZ Series Computers Offers Durability, Mobility and Performance SAN DIEGO, July 15, 2008 ⎯ Sony this day announced a new line of professional PCs— the VAIO® BZ Series notebooks. Built for business, these lightweight Personal computers incorporate the compatibility and productivity features required by IT professionals and business customers. The BZ notebook boasts a spacious 15.4-inch widescreen display and full-size keyboard while weighing less than six pounds. An optional anti-glare screen featuring Sony’s patented XBRITE-ECO™ LCD technology provides a crystal-clear picture. The Personal computer is housed in a durable magnesium alloy casing to last the knocks, bumps and accidents common to frequent travel. It also incorporates G-Sensor™ Shock Protection technology to counteract sudden movements helping to prevent damage and data loss. A spill-resistant keyboard panel has been added to help protect the internal components of the personal against accidental spills. The BZ notebook is powered by new Intel® Centrino® 2 technology, the chipset designed for sizzling performance, unbelievable system responsiveness, and energy efficiency. Select models come with Intel® vPro technology enabling IT managers to mend PC-related problems remotely— without ever leaving their workstation— saving precious time and reducing support-related costs. The PC also features a stripped-down software load so that the notebook can be imaged faster greatly reducing set up time for the IT professional. “ Whether running heavy applications back at the office or closing a deal on the road today’s professional need their Personal computer to perform— wherever, whenever,” said Mike Abary, senior vice president of VAIO product marketing at Sony Electronics. “This notebook delivers the robust performance they require.” With the BZ notebook’s integrated 802.11n LAN technology wirelessly check e-mail and surf the internet with greater range and reliability than ever before when connected to a compatible hotspot. The Computer employs a biometric fingerprint sensor, a Trusted Platform Module compliant chip and proprietary hard disk drive password protection software to help protect data from unauthorized access. It comes pre-installed with Windows Vista® Business operating system. A Windows® XP Pro downgrade is also included for simple integration into existing platforms. The Personal computer is equipped with plenty of slots, ports and jacks, including a Memory Stick® media/SD card slot, three USB ports, i.LINK® IEEE-1394 port, microphone and headphone jack and a Computer Card (type-II) slot making it simple to transfer files from external devices. Sony offers VAIO Care™ (www.sony.com/vaiocare) a total lifecycle management program that supports a business’s needs throughout the life of the product. Components of the program include extended service and accidental damage protection options, 24/7 customer support and a dedicated phone line for business customers. The BZ models are Energy Star 4.0 EPEAT Silvercompliant andincorporate ecoconscious features such as a mercury-free LED backlit LCD minimize the danger of mercury seeping into vulnerable eco-systems at the end of its lifecycle. Sony will also recycle your old PC, donate it for you or grant you to trade it in, for fair market value, towards the purchase of a new PC (www.sony.com/business). The VAIO Professional BZ Series notebook line will be available, later this month, starting at about $1,000, through value-added resellers and direct market resellers. More information about the BZ Series is available on the internet at www.sony.com/pr/bz.
Just a swift note for you iPhone 2.0 users regarding entering domain names. In the original firmware there was a handy “.com” button when entering URLs, but you had to manually type “.org” and “.net” and “.co.uk” and other domain suffixes. Now, though, you simply hold down the “.com” button and presto, you’re offered the above mentioned options as one-click entries. Why this was a priority on Apple’s iPhone to-do list and 
Kajima’s floor-by-floor slow demolition is one of those rare things in life that leaves you truly speechless, mouth wide-open, and pinching yourself to be sure this is real while you mutter “what the frak.” After all, seeing the video of a 20-floor building submerging into the asphalt as if it was liquid is something that belongs to a sci-fi motion picture. The stunning process—called daruma-otoshi—is not only nearly surrealistic but it helps to reduce the environmental impact. Seriously, I have the ability to watch this for hours:
The Vaio BZ series business notebook from Sony combines the look of a Vaio and the durability of a ThinkPad to make a glitzier business notebook than we usually see. The BZ isn’t Mil-Spec strong like 
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