Saturday, April 30, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Mars ain't the kind of place to raise your kids. In fact, it's cold as hell, and there's Bo one there to raise them if you did." - Rocket Man by Elton John
Listen to the whole song here.
New iMacs Next Week
"AppleInsider confirms the early reports that iMacs are due to be refreshed this week.
More specifically, people familiar with the matter say Apple plans to introduce the new models on Tuesday, May 3, swapping out the systems'..."
Read the whole article on Mac Rumors: http://www.macrumors.com/2011/04/30/sandy-bridge-imacs-due-next-week/
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Friday, April 29, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking lyric of the Day: "Doctor, my eyes tell me what is wrong. Was I unwise to leave them open for so long?" - Doctor My Eyes by Jackson Brown
Listen to the whole song here.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "I've been roaming around, always looking down at all I see. Painted faces fill the places I can't reach. You know that I could use somebody." - Use Somebody by Kings of Leon
Listen to the whole song here.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "I've been roaming around, always looking down at all I see. Painted faces fill the places I can't reach. You know that I could use somebody." - Use Somebody by Kings of Leon
Listen to the whole song here.
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Oh Mexico! I've never really been, but I'd sure like to go. Oh Mexico! i guess I'll have to go now." - Mexico by James TaylorListen to the whole song here.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Tell the world I'm coming home. Let the rain wash away all the pain of yesterday." - Coming Home by Diddy
Listen to the whole song here.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Oh we'll give 'em the slip, and we'll take a sip of the rare old mountain dew." - Mountain Dew by the Pogues
Listen to the whole song here.
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Apple floats iPhone '4S' with A5 chip to select developers to prepare for next-gen iPhone
It appears that Apple has been sharing some new iPhones with game developers according to 9to5mac.com.
Apple isn’t taking the next iPhone’s A5-power lightly. They already have select developers working on versions of their iPhone applications that take full advantage of the next-generation iPhone’s speedier and much more powerful hardware. These developers, seemingly from high-level gaming outfits, have been given what is essentially an iPhone 4 but with an A5 processor instead of an A4. The device itself is virtually identical to the iPhone 4, and there is no way anyone can tell it’s not an iPhone 4 based on the phone’s exterior.
Be sure to read all about it by clicking the link provided.
Dead Poet's Society
Ever wonder why I'm called Nwanda? Go watch Dead Poet's Society. It's definitely a great movie that is worth your time. What else would you do on Easter?
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Can Cops Search Your Phone???
A debate rages on between the ACLU (who I normally disagree with) and Michigan police. Should cops be allowed to search your phone at a traffic stop?
"One way of looking at it is that phones are just like any other container. Let's say I'm stopped for speeding and the police find cocaine, and then I'm arrested for cocaine possession; the police could search my car. They could also search any duffel bags that were in my car, and let's say that I had a box of notecards--they could search that. If [an officer] can search that container of notecards, the question becomes: Can he also search my iPhone, which also contains note cards of a sort? But the other argument is that it differs completely in kind, since the type of information on the phone is so different." (http://boingboing.net/2011/04/20/aclu-to-michigan-cop.html)
I don't believe cops can search your phone. A separate warrant should be required to search your device.
What do you think?
Can Cops Search Your Phone???
A debate rages on between the ACLU (who I normally disagree with) and Michigan police. Should cops be allowed to search your phone at a traffic stop? "One way of looking at it is that phones are just like any other container. Let's say I'm stopped for speeding and the police find cocaine, and then I'm arrested for cocaine possession; the police could search my car. They could also search any duffel bags that were in my car, and let's say that I had a box of notecards--they could search that. If [an officer] can search that container of notecards, the question becomes: Can he also search my iPhone, which also contains note cards of a sort? But the other argument is that it differs completely in kind, since the type of information on the phone is so different." (http://boingboing.net/2011/04/20/aclu-to-michigan-cop.html) I don't believe cops can search your phone. A separate warrant should be required to search your device. What do you think?
Multitasking is Ruining the World
The world today is all jacked up.
Humanity has created a society that values quantity over quality.
You're probably thinking that I'm an idiot. Of course people still value nice things.
This is definitely true. People do still like nice things, but that's not what I'm talking about. I'm talking about multitasking.
Rather than doing one thing and one thing well, people try to do everything. They spread themselves too thin.
Kids today think that watching TV, listening to music, and texting their BFF all at once is something to be proud of, a badge of honor.
I'm here to tell you that this isn't the case. Rather than doing one thing and doing it well, they are doing three things and half-assing (third-assing) all three of them.
As humans, we can really only concentrate on one thing at a time. When the TV and the radio are on, you can really only focus in on one of them. That's just how humans are.
Chameleons have two eyes that move independently of each other, which allows them to look at two different things at once.
Humans don't have this advantage. Our eyes work together, an our ears work together. Our brain really only allows us to concentrate on one thing at once.
For this reason, you need to stop trying to do everything at the same time.
Take a few extra minutes and finish one thing before you start the next.
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "I had left the city for its dirt and grime, factory walls, to make mountain time." - Mountain Cry by Blues Traveler
Listen to the whole song here.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Cranking (You really need to read this)
Here's the link to an article that really made me think. Go read it now! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/43Folders/~3/sou5gu4qogA/cranking
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Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Save tonight, and fight the break of dawn. Come tomorrow. Tomorrow I'll be gone." - Save Tonight by Eagle Eye Cherry
Listen to the whole song here.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
How Does a Differential Work?
It sounds pretty boring, but the engineering is actually really interesting.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Ultralight Backpacking Checklist
This list is courtesy of REI, but I really liked it. Here it is for you.
Ultralight Backpacking Checklist
Note:This list is intentionally extensive. Not every ultralight hiker will carry every item on every trip.For a printer-friendly version, click Print Checklist (PDF) at right.The Ten Essentials
(for safety, survival and basic comfort)
1. Navigation
- Map (with protective case)
- Compass
- GPS (optional)
2. Sun protection
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- Sunglasses
3. Insulation
- Jacket, vest, pants, gloves, hat (see Clothing)
4. Illumination
- Headlamp or flashlight
- Extra batteries
5. First-aid supplies
- First-aid kit (see our First-aid checklist)
6. Fire
- Matches or lighter
- Waterproof container
- Fire starter (for emergency survival fire)
7. Repair kit and tools
- Knife or multi-tool
- Duct tape strips; repair items as needed
8. Nutrition
- Extra day's supply of food
9. Hydration
- Water bottles or hydration system
- Water filter or other treatment system
10. Emergency shelter
- Tent, tarp, bivy or reflective blanket
Beyond the Ten Essentials
- Backpack
- Tent, tarp or bivy sack (with stakes, guylines)
- Footprint
- Sleeping bag
- Stuff sack or compression sack
- Sleeping pad
- Whistle
- Signaling mirror
- Ice ax
- Trekking poles
- ______________________
- Meals
- Energy food (bars, gels, chews, trail mix)
- Energy beverages or drink mixes
- Stove
- Fuel
- Cook pot
- Utensil(s)
- Measuring cup/mug
- Food-storage sacks or canister
- Length of nylon cord (5 feet+)
- ____________________
Clothing options
(base choices on trip length and possible weather extremes)
- Wicking T-shirt
- Wicking underwear
- Quick-drying shorts or convertible pants
- Long-sleeve shirt (for sun, bugs)
- Bandana or buff
- ____________________
- Insulating fleece jacket (or vest) and pants
- Rain jacket (or soft shell and waterproof hat)
- Rain pants (or soft-shell pants)
- Insulating hat or cap
- Gloves or mittens
- ____________________
Footwear; assorted personal options
- Light-hiking or trail-running shoes
- Socks (synthetic or wool)
- Gaiters
- Sandals (for fording, in camp)
- Insect repellent
- Headnet
- Toilet paper
- Sanitation trowel
- Hand sanitizer
- ____________________
- ____________________
- ____________________
- Toothbrush
- Permits
- Route description
- Camera
- Monocular or binoculars
- Two-way radios
- Cell or satellite phone
- Small amount of cash or credit card
- Trip itinerary left w/friend + under car seat
- ____________________
- ____________________
- ____________________
50 Things I Am Not Allowed To Do At Hogwarts
I found this page via StumbleUpon. Go check it out.
Here are a few of my favorites:
If a classmate falls asleep, I will not take advantage of that fact and draw a Dark Mark on their arm.Starting a betting pool on the fate of this year's Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher is tasteless and tacky, not a clever money-making concept.Seamus Finnegan is not "after me Lucky Charms".I am not to refer to the Potions classroom as "Kitchen Stadium"I am not a Pinball Wizard.I will not greet Professor McGonagall with "What's new, pussycat?"
Read all fifty here.
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Given a chance, I'm gonna be somebody. If for one dance, I'm gonna be somebody." - Be Somebody by Kings of Leon
Listen to the whole song here.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
iMac Update Soon?
According to MacRumors,
"9 to 5 Mac reports that multiple sources, presumably resellers, have noted that supplies of the current-generation iMacs are showing as "constrained", limiting restocking orders. The development is a common one as Apple draws down supplies a..."
Read the whole article here: http://www.macrumors.com/2011/04/19/imac-supplies-becoming-constrained-ahead-of-potential-refresh/
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Supreme Court Ruled That Tomatoes are Vegetables
According to the Amazing Fact Generator at mental_floss, the Supreme Court ruled that tomatoes are indeed vegetables.
Technically, green peppers, zucchini, cucumbers, and tomatoes are all fruits. But don’t try telling that to the U.S. Supreme Court. Per the 1893 case Nix v. Hedden, the court decided tomatoes were veggies and therefore subject to the vegetable tariff. The Supreme Court’s reasoning? Tomatoes have to be vegetables because they’re usually served with dinner, not dessert.
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Think I'll pack it in and buy a pick-up." - Out on the Weekend by Neil Young
Listen to the whole song here.
Backpacking Around the World (without any money)
Once again, StumbleUpon has landed me on a gem of an article, but this time it's about traveling the world without spending hardly any money.
This spring, I’ve gotten a number of emails essentially asking the same question: “I want to wait out the bad economy, do some traveling, but I’m a broke-ass college student… what should I do?”
If you want to spend your year after college traveling – but you have no money saved – here’s what I would do:
If your interested, you can read the rest of the article here.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Water for Elephants
It looks like the Water for Elephants movie hits theaters this week. I've read the book, and I really want to go see the movie. Hopefully I will this weekend.
Apple to Rival Netflix?
Apple is on the cusp of launching a "a new far reaching cloud-based service" focused on video, writes Jefferies analyst Peter Misek in a big report this morning.
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Little rooster crowing, there must be something on his mind. Well, I feel just like that rooster." - Meet Me in the Morning by Bob Dylan
Listen to the whole song here.
(I couldn't find a Bob Dylan version on YouTube, so this is a cover by David Gray.)
Spec Bumped iPhone 5 Set for September Ramp? Revamped iPhone in 1H 2012?
Rumors about iPhone 5 are getting more and more common!
"Specifically, Kuo has heard that the iPhone 5 will include the faster A5 processor already found in the iPad 2, as well as a higher resolution 8 megapixel rear camera. He has also been told that Apple will switch to a Qualcomm baseband for both GSM and CDMA models, along with an improved antenna design."Sent from my iPhone
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Breathing While Running
When I was little, I saw a running book at the library, and I remember wondering what was so complicated about running. Why is there a book about something so easy to do?
As I grew up a little bit and ran some more, I learned that there is actually quite a lot going on when someone puts on foot in front of the other at high speeds.
I've always been intrigued about how to breath when running. Is there a trick to keeping yourself from running out of breath?
Today I found an interesting article with 7 Key Breathing Tips. I particularly like #6.
Aim to take three footsteps for every inhale, and two footsteps for every exhale (3:2 ratio).
To read the other 6 tips, visit the link above.
The 100 Workout
I really like the look of this because it doesn't require any equipment, just you.
I stole this graphic from Black and White {Side by Side}.
Striking Lyric of the Day
After two weeks without striking lyrics, I am finally back.
Striking Lyric of the Day: "I said, "Well hell is so close, and heaven's out of reach, but I ain't giving up quite yet. I've got too much to lose." - Sweet and Low by Augustana
Listen to the whole song here.
Chip Picks
I used to wonder until Chipotle sent me this CD a couple years ago. It has literally sat in my basement until I recently rediscovered it yesterday.
I don't know if Chipotle still makes these, but it's a cool CD with a lot of good stuff on it.
Saturday, April 16, 2011
The Importance of Napping
Like so many great procrastinators, StumbleUpon has become my best friend over the past couple months. Recently, I found a blog called The Art of Manliness, and it is awesome. Anything and everything that you ever need to know is on this blog. It is full of great articles, and you can easily waste an hour or two just reading.
Anyway, yesterday I was going through the blog, and I found this great post on napping that really caught my attention.
You need a boost of creativity. Don’t know how many happy little clouds to add to your painting, and Bob Ross won’t be on until 3? Does writing your essay for English class feel, as Ronald Reagan put it, like crapping a pineapple? Then you need a dose of REM sleep, which increases your creativity. You’ll need a longer nap to get to the REM stage and since potential REM peaks early in the day and declines from there, aim for something like a 90 minute nap before 2 pm.
Read the whole article here.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Top Gear on Netflix
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
White iPhone 4 to Finally Arrive By End of April
MacRumors : Mac News and Rumors
Bloomberg is reporting that Apple will finally deliver the white iPhone 4 by the end of April after a 10 month wait...
Read the rest here: http://www.macrumors.com/2011/04/13/white-iphone-4-to-finally-arrive-by-end-of-april/
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What's Going on in the News
Ever want to find out what's going on in the world, but you only have five minutes? I might be the only one, but if you're in the same boat you need to learn who Philip DeFranco is. I watch his videos all the flippin' time, and you should too.
Here's his latest video.
Also, here is the link to his channel.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
We've Been In Space for 50 Years
It was April 12th, 1961, or fifty years ago today, that Yuri Gagarin became the first human being to leave Earth -- the ground, the atmosphere, the stratosphere -- and to soar into outer space.
(Image credit: GETTY images.)
Read the whole article here.
Father/Daughter Cover
I would much rather have this sort of video go viral than most of what actually does. It's a lot cooler and a lot more fun, and it doesn't sound like Rebecca Black. Unfortunately, it lacks someone doing something really stupid and hurting themselves, but I guess nothing is perfect.
Monday, April 11, 2011
Barber Motorsports Park
Have you ever wondered what there is to do in Birmingham, Alabama? 
To be quite honest, I had never wondered that until I Stumbled onto this great page from UntamedVelocity.com.
These two guys took a trip to the Barber Motorsports Park (which doubles as a museum), and they snapped a whole bunch of awesome pictures of motorcycles that will make you salivate.
Be sure to click the link and go check out all of their pics.
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Famous People's Witty Insults
I just found this page on BuzzFeed, and it is hilarious. Take two minutes and go check it out. It's hilarious and definitely worth your time. 
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Internet Privacy: BE SMART
I just read this article that Ed Dale posted on his wall. It seems like everywhere we go, someone's pointing a camera at us. Anyway, take a couple minutes and read this. Tell me what you think.
http://www.john-carlton.com/2011/04/modern-rules-for-naked-online-living-part-one/A very old, and very excellent piece of advice for living well is: ”Dance like nobody’s watching.”
It’s a metaphor for living life on your terms, not somebody else’s.
It’s just damn hard to pull off when you realize there are fifty cameras aimed your way, ready to immediately upload hilarious evidence to the cloud if you screw up.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Monday, April 4, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "Well I woke up in the lion's mane, kissing silhouettes of mountains dancing in the moonlight." - The Lion's Mane by Trevor Hall
Listen to the whole song here.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Piano Juggling???
Have you ever seen this guy? Apparently he's been on the Tonight Show, FOX, ABC, HBO, and a whole lot of other channels that are labelled with acronyms. Anyway, he's pretty dang good at what he does.
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "They'll fall in love, and here's the bottom line. Our trio's down to two." - Can You Feel the Love Tonight by Elton John
Listen to the whole song here.
Join Empire Avenue
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: ""There must be some kind of way out of here," said the joker to the thief." - All Along the Watchtower by Bob Dylan
Listen to the whole song here.
(the song maybe Bob Dylan's, but Jimi Hendrix did it better, which is why the link points to a JImi Hendrix video.)
Friday, April 1, 2011
Striking Lyric of the Day
Striking Lyric of the Day: "She was a red-hot hooch coacher. She was the roughest, toughest frail, but Minnie had a heart as big as a whale." - Minnie the Moocher by Calloway
Listen to the whole song here.
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