The operating system for the new Palm Pre, WebOS, is supposed to offer some killer apps. Apart from its wireless charging capabilities is some really intuitive functionality. Supposedly, the new device will use the calendar, which will contain the location, time, and attendees of meetings, and couple all that with your GPS location, to calculateContinue reading “Monday News”
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Obama’s Legacy: Cleaning Up After 43
I just read this article over at Salon. I’m a little bummed. I guess, somewhat, because, after the re-election in 2004, I knew this would be the best possible scenario. That after trashing a budget surplus and a supersizing a downsized defense budget, the 43rd POTUS was going to leave my country in such aContinue reading “Obama’s Legacy: Cleaning Up After 43”
Mac Desktop in 3D
Apple has just filed a patent claim on a 3D version of their Aqua GUI. It looks really cool. It’s basically the existing appearance, but with depth. http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/12/11/3d_gui/
Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008
It appears all eyes are on the House right now, waiting to see if HR 3997 (“Financial Markets Bill”) passes. It’s surprisingly close right now, 153 – 146. I’m just thinking about lunch. Now the Nays have taken the lead with 163 for and 167 against. Unbelievable. Whatever the true substance of this legislation, withContinue reading “Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008”
Bullets fly at news crew’s car
From CNN: “A Turkish television network aired video showing reporters ducking for cover as their vehicle came under attack in Georgia.”
