So, we finally decided to go with the Blackberry Storm on Verizon.
I'll let you know how it is once I get it, because it was totally sold out the first day it came out. Friday last week.
We placed our orders on Saturday, and are guaranteed to get it by the 15th. Here's hoping.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Weekly Rant
Okay, so I love DVR, and I love love love my Tivo (which I have not yet gotten rid of since the dawn of my Time Warner Cable DVR because it's so much better), but both of the machines cut off the end of Heroes last night. (DVR also forgot to record Sarah Connor/Terminator, arrgh, iTunes here I come.)
Anyway, the episode of Heroes was a little more action packed this week, but it did shine a rather amusing light on what a bunch of idiots these characters are sometimes. Running around like badasses with their powers, and then when they lose them being a bunch of just-asses. The whole thing with Parkman when he was turning his head, and the guy at the door in Daphne's house kept asking why was actually pretty hilarious.
The whole bit with Hiro, I have to admit was kind of cute this time around, and the joke about the comic store being where great minds gathered made me chuckle.
But, I still don't know why I needed an eclipse cliffhanger. Where is this going?
Actually, that's the question I find myself asking every week?
Where is this going?
Where is this going?
When will Mohinder get killed off already?
Where is this going?
I mean even the little spat between the Petrelli brothers didn't go anywhere!!!
Please... find some direction.
Is Sylar a bad guy again? Was Elle just testing him? Arrgh?
Anyway, the episode of Heroes was a little more action packed this week, but it did shine a rather amusing light on what a bunch of idiots these characters are sometimes. Running around like badasses with their powers, and then when they lose them being a bunch of just-asses. The whole thing with Parkman when he was turning his head, and the guy at the door in Daphne's house kept asking why was actually pretty hilarious.
The whole bit with Hiro, I have to admit was kind of cute this time around, and the joke about the comic store being where great minds gathered made me chuckle.
But, I still don't know why I needed an eclipse cliffhanger. Where is this going?
Actually, that's the question I find myself asking every week?
Where is this going?
Where is this going?
When will Mohinder get killed off already?
Where is this going?
I mean even the little spat between the Petrelli brothers didn't go anywhere!!!
Please... find some direction.
Is Sylar a bad guy again? Was Elle just testing him? Arrgh?
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Trek Indie Film...
Check this out, someone made an indie Star Trek film. Not sanctioned by the owners of the franchise, but I guess they're cool as long as they don't make money. It's free to watch.http://www.startrekofgodsandmen.net/main/
Who's Watching Sanctuary?
Sanctuary seems to be chugging along, as far as I see. I will admit that the first couple of episodes left me somewhat sleepy and underwhelmed, but I think the show is starting to grow into its mythology. I particularly like that a character I found really interesting, John Druitt, appears to be popping up as a recurring character - there's a lot of potential for what this guy can do, so it's good to see that the writers are thinking on that track.
Without providing too many spoilers, Sanctuary is about 'abnormals' and the scientists who find them and bring them to the Sanctuary - mermaids, Celtic witches, a Yeti - it's basically a global search for the creatures we used to learn about on In Search Of (look it up, kiddies), to keep them safe and study them in a humane environment. Yes, on many fronts it is "freak of the week, but the show is finding its voice and moving into larger storylines within the weekly episodes. Give it a shot if you haven't yet; it's on Friday nights at 10 p.m. on Sci-Fi Channel.
Without providing too many spoilers, Sanctuary is about 'abnormals' and the scientists who find them and bring them to the Sanctuary - mermaids, Celtic witches, a Yeti - it's basically a global search for the creatures we used to learn about on In Search Of (look it up, kiddies), to keep them safe and study them in a humane environment. Yes, on many fronts it is "freak of the week, but the show is finding its voice and moving into larger storylines within the weekly episodes. Give it a shot if you haven't yet; it's on Friday nights at 10 p.m. on Sci-Fi Channel.
Lost season 5 Poster clues!
The TV Addict has some interesting questions about this new poster. So far all I have to say is Yay! Desmond is on the poster. I was a little afraid his story was over after reuniting with Penny, and I like Desmond.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Tivo & Dominos... Holy Crap
Okay, so this is extreme laziness, but really cool. You can now order pizza through your Tivo. All you need is a username and password on the Dominos website (which I have), and of course a network connected Tivo unit (which mine is).
Oh boy, oh boy, I can't wait to try this. Domino's pizza isn't even good enough for this kind of excitement, but hey, I think that the tech is pretty cool.
http://www.tivo.com/abouttivo/pressroom/pressreleases/2008/pr2008-11-17.html
Oh boy, oh boy, I can't wait to try this. Domino's pizza isn't even good enough for this kind of excitement, but hey, I think that the tech is pretty cool.
http://www.tivo.com/abouttivo/pressroom/pressreleases/2008/pr2008-11-17.html
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Fringe...
Is anyone watching Fringe?
I am still enjoying it, it's not a show yet that I would be devastated, and writing in to Fox about if they cancelled, but it's a fun hour of entertainment on Tuesdays. There's a lack of good Tuesday television.
Anyway, the character development on the show is getting better every week, they're developing a really nice storyline between the doctor and his son. I don't think that they're taking the storyline of the FBI agent far enough away from the pilot. There's been some throwaway references to her past, and so on, but I think they're going to need to give us more.
It definitely has potential, so if you're not watching, I suggest you get online and start. It's worth a shot, and it takes a couple episodes to get into, but after that I think you'll enjoy. The subtle jokes at the expense of one character named Astrid are almost enough to keep me watching.
I am still enjoying it, it's not a show yet that I would be devastated, and writing in to Fox about if they cancelled, but it's a fun hour of entertainment on Tuesdays. There's a lack of good Tuesday television.
Anyway, the character development on the show is getting better every week, they're developing a really nice storyline between the doctor and his son. I don't think that they're taking the storyline of the FBI agent far enough away from the pilot. There's been some throwaway references to her past, and so on, but I think they're going to need to give us more.
It definitely has potential, so if you're not watching, I suggest you get online and start. It's worth a shot, and it takes a couple episodes to get into, but after that I think you'll enjoy. The subtle jokes at the expense of one character named Astrid are almost enough to keep me watching.
Heroes... slight improvement...
Okay, I'm still not happy with the overall messiness of this season of Heroes, but last night's episode was a tad better than the last few. It actually felt like it was going somewhere.
I'm not sure how I feel yet about the psychopath love story between Sylar and Elle, that feels a little weird to me. But they're both off their nuts, so that could work. It could also go very bad, if they actually take Sylar back to where he should be. Evil.
This week's biggest plus, none of Claire's flame throwing mama. Woo hoo!
I'm glad the writers got the hint that we need more whimsy from Hiro, but I'm not sure that making him think he's age 10 was the way to go. I did enjoy the little bit of comic relief in the bowling alley though.
I still have no idea where things are going, but they at least have taken groupings of characters and pitted them against each other in a couple factions now. Whew, it was about time. Anyway, fingers crossed that they stay on track, and this whole "catalyst" storyline doesn't get annoying.
I'm not sure how I feel yet about the psychopath love story between Sylar and Elle, that feels a little weird to me. But they're both off their nuts, so that could work. It could also go very bad, if they actually take Sylar back to where he should be. Evil.
This week's biggest plus, none of Claire's flame throwing mama. Woo hoo!
I'm glad the writers got the hint that we need more whimsy from Hiro, but I'm not sure that making him think he's age 10 was the way to go. I did enjoy the little bit of comic relief in the bowling alley though.
I still have no idea where things are going, but they at least have taken groupings of characters and pitted them against each other in a couple factions now. Whew, it was about time. Anyway, fingers crossed that they stay on track, and this whole "catalyst" storyline doesn't get annoying.
Monday, November 17, 2008
I am... less angry.
I saw the latest Star Trek trailer online at I Watch Stuff and find myself somewhat mollified. The first minute chafes me a bit, but then we get some interesting Spock action, and Simon Pegg's mere presence on the screen makes me smile 'cuz I'm a big nerd like that. We shall see...
Oh, and feedback from the Hubs? "DAMMIT! What happened to March?" Because now, apparently, the movie is opening in May.
I Watch Stuff also has a pic of the new Enterprise, and I'm okay with it. Thank you, JJ, for not pulling a crazy redesign.
In further Trek-related geekdom, Simon Pegg is back with Nick Frost! They're working on a movie called "Paul" where they play two British slackers (surprise!) who visit ComicCon, go on a road trip to Area 51, and find a small alien named Paul, who they help find the way home for. Pegg and Frost wrote the screenplay, the director of Superbad is at the helm, and the exec producer is Edgar Wright, who directed both Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Epic win?
Oh, and feedback from the Hubs? "DAMMIT! What happened to March?" Because now, apparently, the movie is opening in May.
I Watch Stuff also has a pic of the new Enterprise, and I'm okay with it. Thank you, JJ, for not pulling a crazy redesign.
In further Trek-related geekdom, Simon Pegg is back with Nick Frost! They're working on a movie called "Paul" where they play two British slackers (surprise!) who visit ComicCon, go on a road trip to Area 51, and find a small alien named Paul, who they help find the way home for. Pegg and Frost wrote the screenplay, the director of Superbad is at the helm, and the exec producer is Edgar Wright, who directed both Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Epic win?
Friday, November 14, 2008
Pixar's Up Trailer #2 in HD
New Pixar Movie, though if you don't know the plot, it sounds a little heartbreaking.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Routines.
I am like an infant in that I need routines. And since I was just a victim of the economy a little over a week ago, my routines have been shot to Hades. Crap.
Mail Order Zombie, my fave podcast, is as much a victim as I am. Not to mention the 9,000 other podcasts I listen to. I will be remedying that shortly.
My Bloglines? Totally victimized. I logged in today, saw over 300 entries, and shut the entire Internet off, choosing to cower under my afghan rather than confront the angry little highlighted numbers.
Man. Even nerdgirls need routine.
Mail Order Zombie, my fave podcast, is as much a victim as I am. Not to mention the 9,000 other podcasts I listen to. I will be remedying that shortly.
My Bloglines? Totally victimized. I logged in today, saw over 300 entries, and shut the entire Internet off, choosing to cower under my afghan rather than confront the angry little highlighted numbers.
Man. Even nerdgirls need routine.
Print your own fabric?
Check this site out, I'm so excited to try it that I'm going to work up a little design this weekend. Something tells me it will consist of robots or spaceships.
You upload an image/design, and you can have your own custom fabric printed. It's pricey at $18 a yard, but could be totally worth it, and I can have all the geektastic fabric I can handle.
http://spoonflower.com/welcome
I can't wait!
You upload an image/design, and you can have your own custom fabric printed. It's pricey at $18 a yard, but could be totally worth it, and I can have all the geektastic fabric I can handle.
http://spoonflower.com/welcome
I can't wait!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Heroes Rewinding Again
Yeah, I know you've all been waiting for my rant about Heroes this week. So here goes.
What was this episode? A platform for one funny Jiffy Pop joke, and some extra Robert Forster time. Oh, and to bring back Eric Roberts.
Yep, pretty much a treading water for no good reason episode.
What's that you say? "Stacey, you're being too harsh." "Stacey, stop trashing the flashback episode, I like to know the past."
Nope, not gonna happen.
Look, some of it was interesting, I liked to see the dynamic between the Petrelli family a little more in depth. I also thought they did do a nice job tying everything together neatly, the train bit was a nice touch. For once the show didn't leave a lot of holes.
But, for the most part, this episode didn't move anything forward. How lovely to see that Sylar, and Claire's real mom could have had very different lives. How nice to see what might have been if Linderman didn't suddenly find a little bit of a heart (or not, because he may have just been trying to screw with Papa Petrelli).
But all of these things happened in the past, and don't point us toward any direction that the show is going to take. We have these multiple future histories that are being pushed in our faces most weeks, and I don't know about you, but I really just want to know where those are going.
The fact that Sylar and Elle met previously did nothing for me. I know I sound like a jerk right now, but please. I know heads are already rolling over at the production company, hopefully the next round of people will right this ship, and give us what we want. Which is resolution, our favorites using/keeping their powers, and less of Claire's lame flame throwing mother...
Take a look at what The Sarah Connor Chronicles, and Fringe are doing. Good, and improving writing!
Okay, done...
What was this episode? A platform for one funny Jiffy Pop joke, and some extra Robert Forster time. Oh, and to bring back Eric Roberts.
Yep, pretty much a treading water for no good reason episode.
What's that you say? "Stacey, you're being too harsh." "Stacey, stop trashing the flashback episode, I like to know the past."
Nope, not gonna happen.
Look, some of it was interesting, I liked to see the dynamic between the Petrelli family a little more in depth. I also thought they did do a nice job tying everything together neatly, the train bit was a nice touch. For once the show didn't leave a lot of holes.
But, for the most part, this episode didn't move anything forward. How lovely to see that Sylar, and Claire's real mom could have had very different lives. How nice to see what might have been if Linderman didn't suddenly find a little bit of a heart (or not, because he may have just been trying to screw with Papa Petrelli).
But all of these things happened in the past, and don't point us toward any direction that the show is going to take. We have these multiple future histories that are being pushed in our faces most weeks, and I don't know about you, but I really just want to know where those are going.
The fact that Sylar and Elle met previously did nothing for me. I know I sound like a jerk right now, but please. I know heads are already rolling over at the production company, hopefully the next round of people will right this ship, and give us what we want. Which is resolution, our favorites using/keeping their powers, and less of Claire's lame flame throwing mother...
Take a look at what The Sarah Connor Chronicles, and Fringe are doing. Good, and improving writing!
Okay, done...
Say WHAT?
From IWatchStuff:
Spielberg Remaking 'Oldboy'--with WILL SMITH
Steven Spielberg (Duel) is in talks to remake the Korean film Oldboy with Will Smith (co-rapper, Summertime) in the lead. Not a joke:
Steven Spielberg and Will Smith are in early discussions to collaborate on a remake of Chan Wook-park's "Oldboy." DreamWorks is in the process of securing the remake rights, and the new pic will be distributed by Universal.
In the 2003 Korean original, a man gets kidnapped and held in a shabby cell for 15 years without explanation. Suddenly, he's released and given money, a cell phone and clothes and is set on a path to discover who destroyed his life so he can take revenge.
Spielberg had been looking for an opportunity to make a film with Smith, who would play the kidnapped man if all the pieces fall into place. Spielberg is looking for a writer to begin the development process.
It's official, kiddies - Spielberg has lost his mind. What happened to actually casting a movie, rather than saying, "Hey, let's remake this good movie, but put a bunch of 'bankable' names in it and see where it goes?"
Jeez.
Spielberg Remaking 'Oldboy'--with WILL SMITH
Steven Spielberg (Duel) is in talks to remake the Korean film Oldboy with Will Smith (co-rapper, Summertime) in the lead. Not a joke:
Steven Spielberg and Will Smith are in early discussions to collaborate on a remake of Chan Wook-park's "Oldboy." DreamWorks is in the process of securing the remake rights, and the new pic will be distributed by Universal.
In the 2003 Korean original, a man gets kidnapped and held in a shabby cell for 15 years without explanation. Suddenly, he's released and given money, a cell phone and clothes and is set on a path to discover who destroyed his life so he can take revenge.
Spielberg had been looking for an opportunity to make a film with Smith, who would play the kidnapped man if all the pieces fall into place. Spielberg is looking for a writer to begin the development process.
It's official, kiddies - Spielberg has lost his mind. What happened to actually casting a movie, rather than saying, "Hey, let's remake this good movie, but put a bunch of 'bankable' names in it and see where it goes?"
Jeez.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Wireless Network Nightmare
So, this temporary housing we're living in has a wireless network set up for us to use free of charge. Great! but I don't have a wireless card. I went to Best Buy and picked one out, and yes I checked to see if the box said it was compatible with windows Vista. After a call to customer service I found out it was only compatible with 32 bit Vista, not the 64 bit version I have, and their company (Dynex) does not make any product that is.
A quick Google search seems to suggest that there are very few wireless network adapters that are compatible, and so I call HP who sold me this version of Vista thinking the card that was an option when I ordered my computer must be a good one. The first salesperson assures me that they can't sell me the card separate from the computer, but any Linksys product will work. I don't trust him for a second, and a customer review on Amazon confirms my suspicion. Foolishly, I call back HP to ask the model number of the one they sell, and a second salesperson tells me very condescendingly that I can't trust customer reviews, and they are all compatible.
Another trip to Best Buy, where I ask not one, but two salespeople who both assure me that I will just need to download a driver.
After a wild goose chase in the Linksys website I talk to a customer service rep on live chat (very nice and helpful) who says there is no driver, but there is one product they make that will work. Naturally it's twice as expensive as the one I originally bought, but worth it because I now have internet again, and feel like a whole person once more.
If anyone needs a wireless USB network adapter that's compatible with 64 bit Vista. Linksys WUSB600N is it.
A quick Google search seems to suggest that there are very few wireless network adapters that are compatible, and so I call HP who sold me this version of Vista thinking the card that was an option when I ordered my computer must be a good one. The first salesperson assures me that they can't sell me the card separate from the computer, but any Linksys product will work. I don't trust him for a second, and a customer review on Amazon confirms my suspicion. Foolishly, I call back HP to ask the model number of the one they sell, and a second salesperson tells me very condescendingly that I can't trust customer reviews, and they are all compatible.
Another trip to Best Buy, where I ask not one, but two salespeople who both assure me that I will just need to download a driver.
After a wild goose chase in the Linksys website I talk to a customer service rep on live chat (very nice and helpful) who says there is no driver, but there is one product they make that will work. Naturally it's twice as expensive as the one I originally bought, but worth it because I now have internet again, and feel like a whole person once more.
If anyone needs a wireless USB network adapter that's compatible with 64 bit Vista. Linksys WUSB600N is it.
Friday, November 7, 2008
The MyVu
So, I saw a poster for these odd little personal media viewers in the subway station, and curious person that I am, texted the website to myself.
http://www.myvu.com
Here's a review from Cnet.com:
I just don't think I'll be running out to drop $200+ dollars on one of these until it's 2nd or 3rd generation.
http://www.myvu.com
Here's a review from Cnet.com:
I just don't think I'll be running out to drop $200+ dollars on one of these until it's 2nd or 3rd generation.
Heroes... Why?
Okay, I know they do one every season. It's their little, check-out-so-and-so's backstory episode that the producers, writers and so on think we're so interested in.
You know what! I have no desire to watch another Heroe's backstory flashback episode. Yes, I said it. I keep seeing the previews for Monday, and it's getting me more and more riled up.
I want clarity on the things that are happening now. I don't want to have to worry about the 10 different apocalyptic future scenarios we've got going on, plus whatever happened in the past.
I realize that I'm just venting frustration here, especially given that I have to wait extra time for this flashback episode. But I really find the whole thing unnecessary. I really hope that they've got a clear direction on this series mapped out, or it's going to go nowhere. My Mom, who enjoyed the first two seasons has actually given up on this season already. She said she can't deal with another year of going nowhere.
Do you hear me producers of Heroes? Sort this thing out. I want to keep this interesting show in my viewing lineup.
You know what! I have no desire to watch another Heroe's backstory flashback episode. Yes, I said it. I keep seeing the previews for Monday, and it's getting me more and more riled up.
I want clarity on the things that are happening now. I don't want to have to worry about the 10 different apocalyptic future scenarios we've got going on, plus whatever happened in the past.
I realize that I'm just venting frustration here, especially given that I have to wait extra time for this flashback episode. But I really find the whole thing unnecessary. I really hope that they've got a clear direction on this series mapped out, or it's going to go nowhere. My Mom, who enjoyed the first two seasons has actually given up on this season already. She said she can't deal with another year of going nowhere.
Do you hear me producers of Heroes? Sort this thing out. I want to keep this interesting show in my viewing lineup.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Overuse!!!
Hello people, I'm as obsessed now with all of the cool map applications, and flash elements about the election as anyone, but wow.
Personal fave of the day: http://elections.nytimes.com/2008/results/president/map.html
Zooming in on the counties is super fun! Yes, I said "super fun" and if you have a problem with that... well... (nevermind).
Could the tv networks have gone any more nuts last night with overuse of graphic gadgetry? I couldn't even watch the HD broadcast of Fox News. I settled on the slightly more subdued CNN. If you were watching on a non-widescreen broadcast, you missed the absurd number of extra elements along the sides of the image. Fox had every piece of text glistening with visual effects, and a slew of constantly changing graphics that I never knew what to look at.
On top of that, every time they went to one of their people to show another chart, things were swirling around in the background and foreground. It was headache inducing.
I miss Tim Russert and his whiteboard. It was though, nice to see his son on the NBC broadcast last night.
Regardless, I enjoyed watching history unfold for me on television, and will remember this election forever. Congratulations to Mr. Obama.
Personal fave of the day: http://elections.nytimes.com/2008/results/president/map.html
Zooming in on the counties is super fun! Yes, I said "super fun" and if you have a problem with that... well... (nevermind).
Could the tv networks have gone any more nuts last night with overuse of graphic gadgetry? I couldn't even watch the HD broadcast of Fox News. I settled on the slightly more subdued CNN. If you were watching on a non-widescreen broadcast, you missed the absurd number of extra elements along the sides of the image. Fox had every piece of text glistening with visual effects, and a slew of constantly changing graphics that I never knew what to look at.
On top of that, every time they went to one of their people to show another chart, things were swirling around in the background and foreground. It was headache inducing.
I miss Tim Russert and his whiteboard. It was though, nice to see his son on the NBC broadcast last night.
Regardless, I enjoyed watching history unfold for me on television, and will remember this election forever. Congratulations to Mr. Obama.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008
Nugget of information...
Did you all know that YouTube is now the number two search engine on the web? Isn't that crazy?
For those of you who want the stats:
http://www.comscore.com/press/release.asp?press=2476
Frankly, with the amount of time we all spend on YouTube searching and sharing, it doesn't surprise me at all. I love the fact that hours upon hours of content are uploaded every minute, even though most of it is total crap.
For those of you who want the stats:
http://www.comscore.com/press/release.asp?press=2476
Frankly, with the amount of time we all spend on YouTube searching and sharing, it doesn't surprise me at all. I love the fact that hours upon hours of content are uploaded every minute, even though most of it is total crap.
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