September 2010
58 posts
Android Task Killers Explained: What They Do and... →
Some excellent advice with detailed information about the “errors” of using task killers on Android and some good tips on how you can really get better performance.
Trolljegeren (Trollhunter) film looks pretty dang... →
This is a mockumentary about the conspiracy of the Norwegian government’s concealing of the existence of trolls.
Texting bans for drivers not putting a dent in... →
This doesn’t surprise me at all. How exactly do you really enforce this type of ban?
Dropbox BlackBerry Now Available for All, Android... →
I love dropbox for syncing files between computers and devices… works great and I’m glad there’s finally a BB app.
Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates Winning the... →
Some good information about what the plan is and what may be happening with the Arch redesign project in St. Louis, MO.
I’m looking forward to the capping of highway 70… that always sounded like an awesome idea.
The Complete Android Guide →
This is a complete guide to Android written by Lifehacker staffer (and published for purchase if you like). Freely readable from this link.
Internet Explorer 9 Beta Released →
Every time Internet Explorer gets a new release, they get closer to becoming a good browser. The latest release is a beta release for Internet Explorer 9. Engadget’s article does a good job of going…
The Threadless Story: How an Internet T-Shirt... →
Cool behind the scenes video/story about my favorite TShirt shop: Threadless.
Schneier on Security: Not Answering Questions at... →
It is not required to answer certain questions at US customs after showing proper paperwork. Unfortunately, exercising your rights is sometimes more of a hassle than giving them up…. or hadn’t you noticed that yet? Hello TSA security checkpoints….
The illustrated guide to a Ph.D. →
Very useful description of what a Ph.D. really is…
Debunking Myths: Is Hiding Your Wireless SSID... →
Hiding your SSID doesn’t help security and can cause other problems. Just broadcast the SSID and secure your wireless the right way.
Radiolab →
This is my newest favorite podcast. Great “thought show” that presents in a great way.
Updated!! See JUNO Vets Ellen Page And Rainn... →
I’m looking forward to checking this movie out… hopefully it will actually be released in multiple theaters even if IFC buys the rights.
17 bodypaint superhero costumes (definitely NSFW) →
Some better than others … and a couple are actually photoshop rather than bodypaint…
Blooper Reels From The Original Star Trek Series →
Some classic material here…
Google Chrome Side Tabs →
As widescreen monitors become more prevalent, Google has decided to test out a new Chrome Dev option called “Side Tabs”. What this does is move your tabs which are normally along the top to a bar…
Their Best Role: Milla Jovovich →
You get three guesses… and the first 2 don’t count.
VLC Submits iPad App to App Store →
If this goes as advertised there will really be no reason to convert videos anymore….
How to Suck at Facebook by The Oatmeal →
I’m quite certain I’ve shared this little informative graphic before but recent events have prompted me to share it again. Please try not to be “that guy” (or “that girl” as the case may be).
This has been a public service announcement from your friends at Wonderland and is sponsored by the letter M and the numbers 7 and 42.
How to Block Abusive or Unfriendly Email →
This is an excellent guide that helps showcase some useful features in Gmail while also fulfilling a common request I receive. How to stop getting emails from that person you don’t want emails from anymore.
A Syllabus and Book List for Novice Students of... →
Good list of Sci-Fi books to get you into sci-fi or expand your sci-fi reading.
G.I. Joe is America's Cartoony, Highly Adorable... →
Some fun artwork from Tupa about G.I. Joe (Yo Joe!).
The crap we put up with getting on and off an... →
This is especially relevant since I recently endured pretty much all of these.
Damn I hate flying.
Reddit: Religion is like a penis. →
Semi-NSFW.
This is why Reddit is full of win. Just scroll down through the comments for amusement.