Monthly Archives: December 2009
Information overload?
An interesting report came out today, titled “How much information?”, by the Global Information Industry of the UCSD. It’s clear from their findings that the average American is taking in a tremendous amount of information each and every day. And … Continue reading
Google Chrome Extensions Gallery is now live
Right after releasing the Google Chrome browser for the OS X platform, Google opened the doors to the Browser’s Extension Gallery. Too bad us Mac users can’t use these extensions yet. For you windows users, have a look and see … Continue reading
Google Chrome for Mac is out (Beta)
Google finally released its (beta) Mac version of the Chrome browser. It’s still lacking some features that can be found in the Windows version, like the extensions. But you should be able to use it without too many problems. But remember, … Continue reading
Google adding new capabilities to mobile search
TechCrunch reports from Google’s News Event, held today in Mountainview, CA. Some interesting new capabilities are added to their mobile search platform. It all combines well with my earlier thought about gadget consolidation. Google will be adding more voice, location … Continue reading
Good analysis of “Climate Gate”
I wish more people would see this.
Some perspective – Shining a light on dark places
This edition of the NYT blog is about shining a light on dark places, places people never hear about. Where wars are waged that most people don’t know of. Steven Alvares is a photographer for National Geographic. But he has … Continue reading
Apple goes streaming? [Update - Apple goes streaming, buys Lala]
Another step towards streaming media anywhere, everywhere; Apple possibly taking over Streaming Music Pay-to-Stream site Lala. Apple Reportedly In Talks To Acquire Lala (TechCrunch) [Update] Seems the rumor was true. Apple has acquired Lala (TechCrunch)
Solar plane makes maiden flight/hop
The first solar powered plane has made it’s maiden flea hop on December 3, 2009. Solar Impulse plans to fly it around the world. It’s an unmanned plane, that will fly autonomously, powered by four engines, 10HP each. It has … Continue reading
MOG launches, more streaming media goodness
Today another Online Music Service is launched, MOG. It’s an integrated social network streaming service with a library of songs from all major labels. I hope to be able to give it a try soon. MOG Launches All Access, Sets … Continue reading
Tire graveyard in Westley, California
Who knew old tires could look so good. A different perspective from photographer Edward Butynsky on recycling rubber in California Pic of the Day: The Retirement Home (Flavorwire)