Category Archives: Media

The iPhone has a Compass – Do We?

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Derek Walter

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 →

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Should I Buy an iPad?

Posted on April 3, 2010 by Derek Walter

It’s the question geeks everywhere are mulling – do I take the iPad leap? There are some compelling arguments both for and against forking over the cash for Apple’s “magical and revolutionary” device. I plan to hit an Apple Store at some … Continue reading →

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What Tiger Didn’t Say

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Derek Walter

Tiger’s scripted mea culpa hasn’t exactly received rave reviews. But most commentators haven’t talked about a glaring omission from Friday’s statement. In no part of the speech did Tiger give any kind of declaration of love for his wife. Given … Continue reading →

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One eReader to rule them all?

Posted on January 19, 2010 by Derek Walter

Apple tablet rumors will finally cease and desist Wednesday when the The Turtle Necked One saunters on stage with Apple’s “latest creation.” When these rumors began (somewhere in the middle of the Bush administration) I thought I would never have … Continue reading →

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Ten Wishes for 2010

Posted on December 29, 2009 by Derek Walter

The year 2010 is almost here and instead of the trite exercise of New Year resolutions, I am instead blogging about a few ways the new year could be better than 2009. In no particular order: 10. People will stop … Continue reading →

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A House Divided

Posted on September 9, 2009 by Derek Walter

We are in a sad state of affairs when the President of the United States announces plans to speak to school children and everyone’s first reaction is to line up into their requisite partisan camps. It didn’t help when one … Continue reading →

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I'm back…online

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Derek Walter

Dear reader(s), I have returned from blogging purgatory. The past month I was swamped with teaching two University classes – one online and one on-site. Needless to say that, combined with the day job, left me time for little else. … Continue reading →

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New Mobile Site

Posted on April 12, 2009 by Derek Walter

If you visit my web site and blog from your mobile device it will now be reformatted. It especially works well on the iPhone. The site has full access to my current articles (forthcoming) and blog posts. Check out the … Continue reading →

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26 Facebook Fans – And Counting

Posted on February 22, 2009 by Derek Walter

A big thanks to everyone who has become a fan of The Pursuit Facebook page. It’s a small start, but I am continuing to get more fans each day. This is a great way for me to connect with readers. … Continue reading →

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CBS Sunday Morning – A Show With Brains

Posted on February 16, 2009 by Derek Walter

One of the most underrated shows on television is CBS Sunday Morning. Celebrating its 30th year of broadcast, it is the anti-news show. There are no talking heads, trite arguments, Glenn Becks, Larry Kings, or Sean Hannitys. The content is … Continue reading →

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