/* Weekly Twisted Recap */
Another week closer to my blog's one year anniversary. I cam across some shtuff that I thought was worth blogging and some time to blog about it myself. Enjoy!
3.30.2007
Cell Phone Stereotypes
What type are you? I am an Audiovoxx PPc-6700 user. I am not on the list, so what does that mean?
Nokia
Family-minded
Middle aged managers
Health conscious
Motorola
Fashion conscious
Under 24
Fun seekers
Sony Ericsson
Ambitious young men
Professionals
Success driven
Samsung
Young women
Career focused
Success drivers
LG
Stay at home parents
Moms
[via Gizmodo]
Freebies II
So almost a year ago I posted Freebies. One of the sites was PC World - 101 Fabulous Freebies (2006.) Well PC World - 101 Fabulous Freebies (2007) is in the wild.
[via DownloadSquad]
3.29.2007
/* Jolly Roger */
- Restart 1.56 [ via LifeHacker]
- ID Pilot Wire Identification Labels [ via LifeHacker]
- The Lazy Guide to Installing Knoppix on a USB Key [ via Digg]
- MySchooLog [ via DownloadSquad]
- OpenFloodgate: Online Publishing with Control [ via TechCrunch]
- Redefining The IMG Tag [ via TechCrunch]
- HanCholo [ via Dethroner]
- ToonDoo [ via DownloadSquad]
- DeepFish Mobile Browser [ via DownloadSquad]
- COOL SHOOTERS ICE SHOT GLASS MAKER [ via Gizmodo]
- Clever Cleavers, chopping board and knife combined [ via Gizmodo]
- Japanese Deep Fryer Has Aquarium Within [ via Digg]
- Google map your way to Stockholm [ via DownloadSqad]
- Star Wars Postal Stamps On The Way [ via CrunchGear]
- Microsoft Codename "Tahiti" Pre-Beta [ via DownloadSquad]
- Vulnerability in Windows Animated Cursor Handling [ via DownloadSquad]
- Veggie Art [ via MAKE Magazine]
- Wallet made from a computer keyboard [ via MAKE Magazine]
- Afternoon Tonic: Sad Kermit Covers Johnny Cash Covering NIN [ via Dethroner]
- Blu-ray vs. HD-DVD: The War of the Formats [ via Digg]
- Top 10 Concept Phones! [ via Digg]
- Comparing Two Versions of a Word Document [ via LifeHacker]
- World Mapper [ via Download Squad]
- New home will have barber shop and two-story closet [ via Digg]
- Great Design - Ineeka Tea [via Dethroner]
3.28.2007
Microsoft WiFi Tips
Microsoft has some decent pointers on improving your Wireless Access Point. I currently use the Linksys WRT54G Wireless-G Broadband Router with the HGA7T High Gain Antenna for R-TNC Connectors and I have had really good results. I have also done what the article recommends as well to improve my wifi just as much as I can. I am a fanboy of the Linksys products, but I have friends who use D-Link, NetGear and Buffalo as well with really good results.
[via Digg]
XBOX 360 Elite
Sometimes it really hurts to be on the bleeding edge of gaming. That's part of the reason I switched from PC to console gaming. It was too expensive to stay updated with the latest and greatest hardware. Well now Microsoft has done it to me again. I buy the latest and greatest console they have to offer and they upped the ante with this XBOX 360 Elite. The main reason I would want to buy it is for the bigger HD and the HDMI connection.
- XBOX.com
[via Major Nelson]>
[via Engadget]>
[via Gizmodo]
3.26.2007
The Man, The Myth, The Legend!
Wired News has a cool article on the unfinished Bruce Lee movie called Finishing the Game that is going to be finished by Justin Lin. The Wired article also has a YouTube link to one of the best fight, which is between Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris. Even if you don't care about the finishing of the last Bruce Lee movie, this fight scene is worth a viewing. Another YouTube video of Bruce Lee and a nunchuck dual.
[via Wired]
A Blogger's Public Rating
Ok, so Popuri.us doesn't exactly give you a public rating, but it does show you how your blog is ranked according to social book marking sites and Google page rankings.
[via TechCrunch]
Marvel Explains Venom Saga
Venom vs. Spiderman is going to be played out in Spiderman 3. Do you know about their history? Well Marvel Comics tells all about how the relationship came to be.
[via Digg]
3.23.2007
/* Bi-Weekly Twisted Recap */
The blog is a few weeks from it's one year anniversary. I am excited and a little burned out. It would help to have at least two more writers. Everyone I ask is excited, but then when it comes to pushing content out...no dice. I think the combo of school and the blog is overwhelming. I do like writing about the cool stuff I come across daily. I usually peruse about 500-700 blog articles per day. It's also fun to post thangs before my favorite blogs do. It shows me that I am on the right track with cool articles. ;-)
3.22.2007
Stop and smell the roses.
The world's only Blue Rose is the product of RNAi technology. "Technology brings beauty to the world" is proven true once again. ;-) So a dozen roses means "I'm Sorry!" A single red rose traditionally means "I Love You!" What does a single blue rose mean?
[via Digg]
TechEBlog and Photoshop HowTo's
TechEBlog is a great blog with all types of topics. One of the categories of topics I really like is the Photoshop Howto's. Here is a list of some of my favorites.
I also found a cool new blog called Interesting Finding Over the Net which has some cool photoshop hybrid animals.
[via TechEBlog]
3.21.2007
New Bungie Face Lift for Halo3
Bungie.net, the makers of Halo series, got a face lift and more.
"Is this just a visual overhaul, or are there more fundamental changes?
This is way more than a visual overhaul. Many fundamental changes have been made to the content system, our new layout control system, the profile pages, stat pages, etc. Pretty much everything about the site has changed. Even the forums got more than new look – we’ve changed how profiles/signatures work, for example."
- Bungie.net
[via Digg]
3.20.2007
/* Cool Tool Whatchamacallits */
- OpenX Dual-Blade Package Opener
- Tipke Fold-it Utility Cart
- Griffin Rocket FM
- Pressure Pump
- GPS & Google Earth Solution
- Bahco Swedish Clearing Axe
- Storm Whistle
- Sigg Aluminum Water Bottles
- Stanley Tripod Flashlight
- Sweater Stone
[via CoolTools]
3.15.2007
300 Workout
The 300 workout is all the rage since the release of the movie, 300. GymJones is the workout facility and philosophy behind the Spartan Warrior statues. Nothing fancy just hard work and a good diet. CrossFit.com is a similar program of combining compound movements, lifting, and throwing as well. Git-er-done!
"Gym Jones is not a cozy place. There’s no AC, no comfortable spot to sit and there are no mirrors. Stressors are intentionally designed to cause discomfort and apprehension. Effort and pain may not be avoided. Physical and psychological breakdowns occur. The support of a like-minded group, dedicated to The Art of Suffering, provides a safety net. An individual will push harder and risk more in the company of trustworthy peers and that’s one reason the gym is not open to the public."
- GymJones
[via Digg]
3.12.2007
EMAIL: Texas Chilli Cook-off
This is from an email I got earlier today. It's very funny! EMAIL: If you can read this whole story without laughing, then there's no hope for you. I was crying by the end. This is an actual account as relayed to paramedics at a chili cook-off in Texas. Note: Judge #3 was an inexperienced Chili taster named Frank, who was visiting from Springfield, IL. Frank: "Recently, I was honored to be selected as a judge at a chili cook-off. The original person called in sick at the last moment and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table,asking for directions to the Coors Light truck, when the call came in. I was assured by the other two judges (Native Texans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy; and, besides, they told me I could have free beer during the tasting, so I accepted and became Judge 3." Here are the scorecard notes from the event: CHILI # 1 - MIKE'S MANIAC MONSTER CHILI CHILI # 2 - AUSTIN'S AFTERBURNER CHILI CHILI # 3 - FRED'S FAMOUS BURN DOWN THE BARN CHILI CHILI # 4 - BUBBA'S BLACK MAGIC CHILI # 5 - LISA'S LEGAL LIP REMOVER CHILI # 6 - VERA'S VERY VEGETARIAN VARIETY CHILI # 7 - SUSAN'S SCREAMING SENSATION CHILI CHILI # 8 - BIG TOM'S TOENAIL CURLING CHILI
Please take time to read this slowly. If you pay attention to the first two judges, the reaction of the third judge is even better. For those of you who have lived in Texas, you know how true this is.They actually have a Chili Cook-off about the time Halloween comes around. It takes up a major portion of a parking lot at the San Antonio City Park.
Judge # 1 -- A little too heavy on the tomato. Amusing kick.
Judge # 2 -- Nice, smooth tomato flavor. Very mild.
Judge # 3 (Frank) -- Holy crap, what the hell is this stuff? You could remove dried paint from your driveway. Took me two beers to put the flames out. I hope that's the worst one. These Texans are crazy.
Judge # 1 -- Smoky, with a hint of pork. Slight jalapeno tang.
Judge # 2 -- Exciting BBQ flavor, needs more peppers to be taken seriously.
Judge # 3 -- Keep this out of the reach of children. I'm not sure what I'm supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave off two people who wanted to give me the Heimlich maneuver. They had to rush in more beer when they saw the look on my face.
Judge # 1 -- Excellent firehouse chili. Great kick.
Judge # 2 -- A bit salty, good use of peppers.
Judge # 3 -- Call the EPA. I've located a uranium spill. My nose feels like I have been snorting Drano. Everyone knows the routine by now. Get me more beer before I ignite. Barmaid pounded me on the back, now my backbone is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting shit-faced from all of the beer.
Judge # 1 -- Black bean chili with almost no spice. Disappointing.
Judge # 2 -- Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish or other mild foods, not much of a chili.
Judge # 3 -- I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable to taste it. Is it possible to burn out taste buds?Sally, the beer maid, was standing behind me with fresh refills. This 300 lb. woman is starting to look HOT ... just like this nuclear waste I'm eating! Is chili an aphrodisiac?
Judge # 1 -- Meaty, strong chili. Cayenne peppers freshly ground, adding considerable kick. Very impressive.
Judge # 2 -- Chili using shredded beef, could use more tomato. Must admit the cayenne peppers make a strong statement.
Judge # 3 -- My ears are ringing, sweat is pouring off my forehead and I can no longer focus my eyes. I farted, and four people behind me needed paramedics. The contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chili had given me brain damage. Sally saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly on it from the pitcher. I wonder if I'm burning my lips off. It really ticks me off that the other judges asked me to stop screaming. Screw them.
Judge # 1 -- Thin yet bold vegetarian variety chili. Good balance of spices and peppers.
Judge # 2 -- The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions, garlic. Superb.
Judge # 3 -- My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous,sulfuric flames. I crapped on myself when I farted, and I'm worried it will eat through the chair. No one seems inclined to stand behind me except that Sally. Can't feel my lips anymore. I need to wipe my butt with a snow cone.
Judge # 1 -- A mediocre chili with too much reliance on canned peppers.
Judge # 2 -- Ho hum, tastes as if the chef literally threw in a can of chili peppers at the last moment. **I should take note that I am worried about Judge # 3. He appears to be in a bit of distress as he is cursing uncontrollably.
Judge # 3 -- You could put a grenade in my mouth,pull the pin, and I wouldn't feel a thing. I've lost sight in one eye,and the world sounds like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with chili, which slid unnoticed out of my mouth. My pants are full of lava to match my shirt. At least during the autopsy, they'll know what killed me. I've decided to stop breathing it's too painful. Screw it; I'm not getting any oxygen anyway. If I need air, I'll just suck it in through the 4-inch hole in my stomach.
Judge # 1 -- The perfect ending, this is a nice blend chili. Not too bold but spicy enough to declare its existence.
Judge # 2 -- This final entry is a good, balanced chili. Neither mild nor hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge #3 farted, passed out,fell over and pulled the chili pot down on top of himself. Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor feller, wonder how he'd have reacted to really hot chili?
Judge # 3 -- No Report
3.09.2007
/* Weekly Twisted Recap */
Spring Break is next week and I am VERY excited to have a week off from homeowrk. I am trying to get a buddy of mine, who is a comic book guru, to do some writing for the site. I think he has a very keen perspective into the comic book world, but we'll see if I am convincing enough.
;-)
3.08.2007
Captain America is Killed Off
Captain America is killed off. This is supposed to be a "sign of the times." Who kills off Captain America?
"The superhero was spawned when a scrawny arts student named Steve Rogers, ineligible for the army because of his poor health but eager to serve his country, agreed to a "Super Soldier Serum" injection. The substance made him a paragon of physical perfection, armed only with his shield, his strength, his smarts and a command of martial arts."
- Times Tribune
[via Digg]
Folger's Goes Golden
I see GOLD people. If Folger's can make you do that or get the GOLD people to help you along with your day, then "The best part of waking up is Folgers in your cup!"
3.07.2007
Typing Better and Faster
I have been told that I look like I type with eleven fingers. What this means is...hold both of your hands as fists in front of you and then extend your index fingers...11 fingers. Get it? Well TypeFaster Typing Tutor and a PEPSI typing game can help me out, hopefully.
OpenSource Typing Tutorial [via LifeHacker]
Typing Game [via DownloadSquad]
3.06.2007
Are You Stupid Test
Another stupid test? Well are you stupid or not is the question being answered by this short quiz. Choose wisely, young Jedi.
Stupidity Score Requirements
Status
Needed Score
???
0 - 9
Pretty Smart
10 - 24
Fairly Smart
25 - 39
Kinda Average
40 - 59
A Little Stupid
60 - 79
Kinda Stupid
80 - 89
???
90 - 94
???
95 - 100
[via Digg]
Matt Foley Collection
Chris Farley as Matt Foley was a great SNL skit. Brohans has compiled some of them for our enjoyment. Enjoy!
[via Digg]
3.05.2007
Oldest Registered Web Sites
Ever wonder what the oldest registered domain names are?
[via Digg]
Create date
Domain name
15-Mar-85
SYMBOLICS.COM
24-Apr-85
BBN.COM
24-May-85
THINK.COM
11-Jul-85
MCC.COM
30-Sep-85
DEC.COM
7-Nov-85
NORTHROP.COM
9-Jan-86
XEROX.COM
17-Jan-86
SRI.COM
3-Mar-86
HP.COM
5-Mar-86
BELLCORE.COM
19-Mar-86
IBM.COM
19-Mar-86
SUN.COM
25-Mar-86
INTEL.COM
25-Mar-86
TI.COM
25-Apr-86
ATT.COM
8-May-86
GMR.COM
8-May-86
TEK.COM
10-Jul-86
FMC.COM
10-Jul-86
UB.COM
5-Aug-86
BELL-ATL.COM
5-Aug-86
GE.COM
5-Aug-86
GREBYN.COM
5-Aug-86
ISC.COM
5-Aug-86
NSC.COM
5-Aug-86
STARGATE.COM
3.02.2007
/* Weekly Twisted Recap */
My weekly recaps have turned into biweekly recaps, but I think I got some good stuff. I am also not really inspired by what I am reading lately. I found some cool stuff this weekend, so I hope to have a few more items this week. I am also starting two new blog entries called /* Jolly Roger */ and /* Cool Tool Whatchamacallits */ I hope you like them.
3.01.2007
Making a Batch of the Good Stuff
I have had to reset my PocketPC to the factory default and then re-install my programs. It wasn't that hard, but it was kind of a annoyance. To be able to create a single installer for all of the apps I use on my PocketPC would be cool. TekSoft provides that functionality through AirWizard.
"With AirWizard, you can take several CAB files, a splash image, a readme text file with instructions and create a compressed, self extracting installer to be runned directly on your Pocket PC or Smartphone. With AirWizard you can create one single installer for all your favorite programs."
- TekSoft
[via DownloadSquad]
2.26.2007
/* Cool Tool Whatchamacallits */
- Klein 10-in-1 Screwdriver
- Gas-O-Haul
- Stainless Steel Can Colander
- Lumber Wizard
- Waterfall Soap Saver
- Yellow-Jacket 5 Outlet Adapter
- PlugGrip Outlet Installation Aid
- Fiskars SewSharp Scissors Sharpener
- Kidz-Med Medicine Dispenser
- Sno-Seal
[via CoolTools]
Rainn Wilson (Dwight) Hosts SNL
SNL does a parody of the Office and it is dead on! Dwight is "dawesome!"
[via Digg]
Samurai Star Wars
Samurai Sith Lord is quite impressive. I know a samurai version of Star Wars would definitely make BIG box office $$$. I also found a link to this picture of a Samurai Storm Trooper. With these new outfits, you would definitely be the hit at the Storm Trooper LAN party.
Samurai Sith Lord and Storm Trooper [via Digg]
2.22.2007
IE7 Extensions
Wired has a cool article on IE7 add-ons. They breakout their top seven IE7 add-ons from the Windows Marketplace.
[via Wired]
2.21.2007
/* Jolly Roger */
- A Statistical Comparison of HD DVD & Blu-Ray Reviews [via SlashDot]
- The Saddest Calvin and Hobbes Strip Ever [via Digg]
- Cyclists: Topeak AirFender Keeps Water and Mud Off Your Back [via Gizmodo]
- Xbox 360 Wireless Receiver Now Available [via Gear.IGN]
- Top 10 Gmail tips and hacks [via DownloadSquad]
- Ditch Your Computer for One Day? Really? [via Gizmodo]
- HowTo: Guide to replacing your laptop LCD [via Digg]
- i-Lighter - the Yellow Highlighter for the Web [via GearDiary]
- Japan Loves It Some Wacky Cellphone Charms [via Gizmodo]
- 13 Places To Watch TV Online for Free [via Digg]
- Wings castle - man & family builds castle [via MAKE Magazine]
- 5 Blogging Methods That Work [via Digg]
- How Understanding these 50 Medical Symptoms Can Keep You Healthy [via Digg]
- Hammacher's Web-based Exercise Machine Keeps You from Looking Like a Spaz [via Gizmodo]
- Download of the Day: CleanUp! (Windows) [via LifeHacker]
- Design Tip Series kick-off: Machine Wash filters bring the worn look to Photoshop [via DownloadSquad]
- a cool idea using Yahoo Pipes, Netflix, and a PVR [via PVRBlog]
- Fon wants you to help steal business from Starbucks and T-Mobile [via Engadget]
2.20.2007
Bluetooth GPS that is Affordable
A buddy of mine purchased and setup the OnCourse Bluetooth GPS Receiver Edition 2(WAAS enabled) this weekend. He also is using Mapopolis.com software for the mapping / logging. I have wanted to get GPS, but never thought it was within my price range. Now I am re-thinking. This also integrates with the PocketPC which is big pimpin'.
FAQs for the Halo3 Beta
Halo3 Beta FAQs are here. Bungie.net is also providing access to the beta with the purchase of Crackdown on Feb. 20th.
[via Digg]
2.16.2007
/* Weekly Twisted Recap */
Well I have starred a lot of articles once again in the Google RSS Reader, but haven't got much out in the way of blogging. I tag articles every day, so if the blog is a little light and you want to see what I have come across, then go to dabombdgd's Google Reader Favorites to see what the cool kid is bookmarking.
;-)
OpenSource VS. Consumer Retail
So I recently posted about Orb - Media Freedom. I chose Orb over MythTV because it was compatible with Windows (which I am more comfortable administrating) and Orb also integrates into Windows Media Center. I didn't go with TiVo3 because it's expensive to buy the hardware and on top of that you have to pay a monthly/yearly fee.
Check out...
[via Digg]
Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
I just upgraded to Microsfot ActiveSync 4.5 for my PocketPC to PC update utility. It works like a charm and also takes care of uninstalling the old 4.1 version.
"So what does this upgrade offer, other than continued Windows XP compatibility?
- DownloadSquad
[via DownloadSquad]
Daylight Savings Time 2007
Daylight Savings Time is changing as of March 11th, 2007 (second Sunday of March .) Are your computers and pocketpcs ready for this year's D.S.T.? Computer.org has all the dtails. Gizmodo and DownloadSquad have the info needed for your gadgets to be up-to-date.
Windows Mobile Fix [via Gizmodo]
Windows PC Fix [via DownloadSquad]
OpenSSH for Windows
So a friend of mine told me about OpenSSH for Windows and WinSCP. I got both installed and running in about 20 minutes. Both have really good documentation. I feel a lot better about my FTP traffic now.
"SSH is a secure way to connect to another computer system. This protocol supports a telnet alternative (usually called SSH itself), a secure file copy program (SCP) and a secure FTP program (SFTP). The SSH protocol also lets you establish secure connections with other programs or protocols through the use of port forwarding. This means that mail protocols, vnc, and other programs can be used with encryption between two machines."
- sshwindows.sourceforge.net
"WinSCP is an open source free SFTP client for Windows using SSH. Legacy SCP protocol is also supported. Its main function is safe copying of files between a local and a remote computer."
- winscp.net
2.13.2007
Houses that Cause Rubber-necking
A gallery of houses from around the world that will cause you to be a rubber-necker.
[via Digg]
2.12.2007
Statues that Cause Rubber-necking
A gallery of statues from around the world that will cause you to be a rubber-necker.
[via Digg]
2.09.2007
/* Weekly Twisted Recap */
So I have been quite the blogging slacker, but I have gotten a few good posts in. Lots-O-Homework, but excuses are like elbows, everyone has 2 of them.
I also bought a dual core AMD chip and motherboard combo today to help out the PVR-Orb project I have pieced together with donated parts. Fry's had a CPU-MB combo on sale for $149 which ain't too bad. I will let ya'll know how it works out for MPEG-2 to DivX encoding.
2.08.2007
Cheddar doesn't age faster, if you watch it!
The Internet has a little something for everyone...and I mean everyone! At CheddarVision.tv, you can watch cheddar cheese age right before your eyes. I can't wait for GrassGrowing.tv to come online.
[via UrbanEola]
2.06.2007
sshhhiK-sshhiK, Is not a good HD sound!
So a buddy of mine had his hard drive crash and he lost 65GB of music and videos saved over the last 4 years. It was pretty devastating. He lost everything. As I was perusing my RSS feeds this morning I came across KeepVault that allows users to backup 25GB free to a remote site.
"KeepVault is changing the way people think about data protection. No more swapping discs or remembering to run a program. Simply set it once and forget it! All you need is an internet connection and your data is automatically protected to a secure online storage location.
How it works
KeepVault continually scans the Windows "Documents and Settings" folder for all user accounts on your PC and looks for new or changed files. When unprotected files are found it copies these files automatically to a remote, secure, internet storage site."
- KeepVault
[via LifeHacker]
DynDNS and a DHCP IP Address
So you want to connect to your home computer behind a router, connected to your DSL/CABLE modem and your ISP is allocating your IP address for the modem via DHCP? Well if that question didn't confuse ya, then you should peruse DynDNS.com to get just that functionality.
4 relatively easy steps.
2.05.2007
ORB - Media Freedom
So a friend of mine turned me onto Orb. I installed a winTV PVR 350 TV Tuner and then installed Orb 2.0 and was up and running with TV anywhere. Orb can be an affordable alternative to SlingBox and it allows you to schedule TV program recording and also watch live TV. The MPEG-2 is about 2GB per hour of recording. You can then run a DivX converter to reformat the video to a smaller file size.
"There are several tools that convert DVR-MS to DivX. I have tried many and found one that i like a lot. This tool is called Dr. DivX. The latest version is free! Download it from this site: http://labs.divx.com/DrDivX. You might have to install the latest DivX codex as well. Download the free version here."
- Steinar Aasheim's Blog
Where does the Super Bowl's loser gear go?
Ever wonder where the Super Bowl's losing team gear goes? World Vision distributes it to a developing nation, usually Africa.
"...the 288 T-shirts and caps made for the team that did not win — will be hidden behind a locked door at Dolphin Stadium. By order of the National Football League, those items are never to appear on television or on eBay. They are never even to be seen on American soil.
They will be shipped Monday morning to a warehouse in Sewickley, Pa., near Pittsburgh, where they will become property of World Vision, a relief organization that will package the clothing in wooden boxes and send it to a developing nation, usually in Africa.
This way, the N.F.L. can help one of its charities and avoid traumatizing one of its teams."
- NYTimes
[via Digg]
