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Android vs. iPhone: The New Mac vs. PC
Look anywhere on the Internet for an article or blog post that mentions Android phones or the iPhone. Then, scroll down to the comments and duck as venom will begin to spew through your computer screen. The vitriol, name-calling and idiocy that once … Continue reading
The iPhone Problem That Won’t Go Away
One of the iPhone 4′s highly-touted features has become its biggest PR nightmare. The irony is that the now infamous external antenna was supposed to be a breakthrough design that would end the misery of AT&T’s sometimes pitiful network coverage. … Continue reading
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iPhone Video of Seattle’s Fourth of July Fireworks
I tested out the video capabilities of my iPhone 4 while enjoying Seattle’s annual fireworks show over Lake Union. Here is the result.
Posted in Apple, Current events
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A Declaration
IN CONGRESS, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and … Continue reading
Posted in Current events, Politics, Popular culture
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New eBook Coming Soon: The App Store Survival Guide
If you have read this site before then you probably have picked up that I occasionally review iPhone apps. Over the past two years I have become pretty familiar with the strengths and quirks of Apple’s App Store. That is why … Continue reading
Posted in Apple, Mobile phones, iPad, iPhone
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Thoughts on Apple
Monday night’s D8 interview with Steve Jobs was a fascinating piece of dialog. While Jobs has lost none of his hubris, for most of the night he was reflective and nuanced about Apple’s achievements and competitors. It was a welcome change … Continue reading
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The Case Against Niche Blogging
I have a guest post today on the excellent writing blog The Urban Muse. My post argues that while niche blogging has its place there is merits to not pigeonholing your content. The Urban Muse is run by writer Susan … Continue reading
First Post From iPad 3G
This is my first post using the WordPress app from the iPad. I also have attached a screenshot from viewing my site in Safari. There will be more to come as I cover the iPad. Let’s see what this thing … Continue reading
The iPhone has a Compass – Do We?
Gizmodo’s now infamous expose of the next-gen iPhone is one of the hottest and most controversial tech stories to hit in a while. Some even cheered Gizmodo for landing the ultimate scoop – getting their hands on an iPhone prototype … Continue reading
Posted in Apple, Current events, Media, Mobile phones, Popular culture, iPhone
Tagged Apple, Apple App Store, iPhone, Media, Technology
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iPad Update: Waiting, Waiting…
Given my previous posts about the iPad (here and here) one might assume that I would wait a few months before getting one. Wrong. I caved and pre-ordered a 3G model. Despite its limitations, I feel the iPad has tremendous … Continue reading