Monthly Archives: October 2011

I fixed my iPhone 4 and it was surprisingly easy

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Joel

Good bye, broken iPhone 4 backplate. You can see it below. The much-needed mini Philips #00 screwdriver came in the mail today, and immediately stared working on replacing the backplate. True to the video online, it was surprisingly easy, and … Continue reading →

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I’m upgrading my home theater to 7.1 surround sound

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Joel

Baby, let me upgrade u. In late Nov/Dec 2003, I bought my first true surround sound system, an Onkyo HTiB (“home theater in a box”) package from Vann’s (it arrived Dec 1st). I used to use an Aiwa stereo for … Continue reading →

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Just got my MS Super Cylist jersey in the mail

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Joel

Finally! It’s been a few months since I participated in the May MS Bike event. I raised $1,050, which earned me a “Super Cyclist” jersey. The mid-NJ chapter had some issues with ordering a new batch, but after a few … Continue reading →

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St. Francis Blessing of the Animals

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Joel

In addition to our regular church service, there was also a special (and short) St. Francis-themed evening service. Parishioners brought their pets for blessings. Well, we like our cats, and we figured why not? We weren’t against it. It didn’t … Continue reading →

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Replacement iPhone 4 backplate and cover

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Joel

Grrrr. As I previously mentioned, I accidentally dropped my iPhone 4 last Saturday afternoon, but all was not lost. I found out that replacing the front and back plates is not impossible, Nd relatively inexpensive. I ordered a replacement backplate … Continue reading →

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I love a good cat centerpiece

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Joel

I love a good cat centerpiece. It can really bring a room together.

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