Category Archives: Did You Know?

Jupiter Loses A Stripe

Posted on May 12, 2010 by Joel

Sometimes, you forget that the universe is in a constant state of flux. For example, take Jupiter. This gas giant in our solar system is known for the colorful red bands of clouds encircling the planet. According to New Scientist, … Continue reading →

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It’s been said that the test of a man’s courage is how performs in the face of danger

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Joel

It’s been said that the test of a man’s courage is how performs in the face of danger. Well, in the next half hour, you’re gonna meet a very unique breed of cat. The kind of man who doesn’t know … Continue reading →

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Who killed the music video star — music videos are passé

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Joel

Back in 1983 and early 1984, after moving to our first house, we used to watch television on this old Zenith tv set that sat on a wheeled cart, and displayed a whole thirteen channels. In 1984, there were two … Continue reading →

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The Galactic Empire takes control of Wall Street

Posted on December 22, 2009 by Joel

I know it’s a popular event to get a chance to ring the opening bell the NY Stock Exchange, but this was just weird. Why is Darth Vader allowed to ring the opening bell this morning?  Flanked by Imperial Storm Troopers?  … Continue reading →

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Rare in-utero images glimpse animals inside the womb

Posted on December 22, 2009 by Joel

Pretty neat.  Anyone hear about this National Geographic documentary, Extraordinary Animals In The Womb airing last year in the States?  Maybe it was just in the UK? I would have watched it if I had known about it. More fascinating photos … Continue reading →

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WSJ: How Facebook Is Making Friending Obsolete

Posted on December 18, 2009 by Joel

Uh, hello, fellow Facebook members. Do you remember how Facebook rolled out the new privacy changes earlier this month? Do you know why?  Facebook has completed distribution deals with both Google and Microsoft to distribute your FB data (wall postings, etc.) Don’t … Continue reading →

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Chevy is introducing Autonet Mobile WiFi routers to seven models

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Joel

I read on Engadget today about Autonet Mobile, and how GM will be rolling it out as an option this year on seven Chevy models — the Equinox, Traverse, Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Avalanche and Express.  This is the first time … Continue reading →

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Something about teenage girls really annoys me

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Joel

This is going to bite me in the butt later when my daughter Lily hits her teens, and I’m not looking forward to it. I really don’t understand that whole screaming and swooning.  Case in point — Recently some Canadian teen … Continue reading →

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Apple Genius Bar says iPhones’ 30% call drop is “normal” in New York

Posted on September 30, 2009 by Joel

I don’t have an iPhone, but I know AT&T’s service can be pretty wonky. Gizmodo reported that one of their readers was getting around 22% of his calls dropped in the NYC area, and took it to Apple. The Geniuses said … Continue reading →

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BlackBerry Bold Visual Voicemail now available?

Posted on August 24, 2009 by Joel

What’s this bit of news that I stumbled on? Visual Voicemail for the BlackBerry Bold is now up?  I want to go to there. Has anyone tried this?  Do I need to wait until Tuesday? Will it cost anything? I love … Continue reading →

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