Archive for February, 2007
The WalkPod
Have a bunch of old cassette tapes lying around? Love to listen to digital music? Why not combine the two and start using the new WalkPod? Ok, it’s not real (as if you haven’t figured that out already!), but I thought it was a pretty creative way to make fun of our [...]
Political Blogging in Pittsburgh
I read a great article today from Marty Levine (actually his last as the news director of the Pittsburgh City Paper) that describes the effects of blogging on the local political landscape. Interesting reading for sure if you’re into Pittsburgh politics.
Tech Support Backlash
Every time I talk to someone about their computer, they always complain about how they’ve called tech support for something and spoken to those “damn Indians that I can barely understand”. I personally have never had a problem with any tech support I’ve received for my computer from an India-based customer support rep, but [...]
iPod Wedding
With all of the wedding photographers that are out there, what can you do to separate yourself from the rest of the pack? What can make you different?
How about two iPods (his and hers) loaded with your wedding and reception proofs before you leave for your honeymoon? For an extra $500 (over the [...]
iPod Is The New CD
Very cool article in today’s Wired News. I completely forgot about the “you can’t sell music” clause in the Apple vs Apple Corps contract from 15 years ago. This new contract could lead to some very interesting applications for the iPod. I wonder how Apple will take advantage of this. I guess [...]
Why I Like Country Music
As I sit here listening to “Watching You” by Rodney Atkins, I realize why I like country music so much. If you read the lyrics, you’ll see that the song is all about a father and son and how his son learns everything from his dad. The song sounds great and it’s getting a [...]