Who would've thought that you could save the planet simply by being lazy? Last Year's Model encourages you to "hang on to a gadget or technology product that you own, instead of just buying a new one."
"We love cool gadgets as much as anybody else. We just want to be thoughtful about the stuff we've bought."
They encourage participants to post this badge on their blogs and websites.
(via. kottke.org)
Apr 23, 2009
Apr 22, 2009
New Desktop Mod
I made a custom desktop background this weekend modeled after a Star Trek computer interface.
It has quite a few interactive elements such as:
-time
-date
-weather (including: temperature, humidity, general condition, and tomorrow's condition)
-ip addresses and wireless network name
-RAM, CUP, and uptime stats
-top system processes
and finally
-an interactive iTunes song display with controls
The flickr page has detailed instructions, so those of you who know your way around a computer should be able to make similar interactive desktops (be creative and use a theme that you like, don't be turned off by my Star Trek geekiness!).
Large image here.
Also, THE NEW STAR TREK MOVIE COMES OUT IN 15 DAYS!
It has quite a few interactive elements such as:
-time
-date
-weather (including: temperature, humidity, general condition, and tomorrow's condition)
-ip addresses and wireless network name
-RAM, CUP, and uptime stats
-top system processes
and finally
-an interactive iTunes song display with controls
The flickr page has detailed instructions, so those of you who know your way around a computer should be able to make similar interactive desktops (be creative and use a theme that you like, don't be turned off by my Star Trek geekiness!).
Large image here.
Also, THE NEW STAR TREK MOVIE COMES OUT IN 15 DAYS!
Urban Bicycling
Danny MacAskill and Ryan Leech blew my mind with these videos of stunts pulled off while on a bicycle. I could not believe what I was seeing. I almost wet myself midway through Danny's video (at 3:04) when he flipped upside down off of a tree.
Danny MacAskill:
Ryan Leech:
(via kottke.org)
Danny MacAskill:
Ryan Leech:
(via kottke.org)
Apr 6, 2009
Augmented Reality and Orson Scott Card
I discovered a presentation about a new wearable technology intended to "give us seamless access to all [the] relevant information about the things that we may come across."
I could go on and on about all of the cool things in this video. About how, on average, my jaw dropped once every 4 seconds, but instead I'm going to make you watch the presentation and experience the childlike giddiness that I felt when I realized the implications of this brilliant invention.
I was introduced to Orson Scott Card, by means of his internationally renowned novel 'Ender's Game.' I was only an eighth grader, but even then I could tell that he was full of valuable insight concerning men, their motives, and their actions.
After having read almost every single piece of literature published by him (whether digital or print), I can safely say that these insights saturate his writings, leaving the reader not only thoroughly entertained, but also intellectually challenged.
He runs two blogs that I frequent. The first, Uncle Orson Review Everything, is just that. He reviews movies, books, foods, plans, ideas, sidewalk placement, everything!
His second blog, World Watch, discussed politics, culture, ethics and the like.
Both of his blogs are only subsets of much larger websites, which are well worth exploring.
(via. hatrack)
I could go on and on about all of the cool things in this video. About how, on average, my jaw dropped once every 4 seconds, but instead I'm going to make you watch the presentation and experience the childlike giddiness that I felt when I realized the implications of this brilliant invention.
- - -
Since I found the link to the aforementioned article on his site, this would be as appropriate a time as any to plug one of my favorite authors, who also happens to excel in journalism, punditry, social commentary, and critique of entertainment.I was introduced to Orson Scott Card, by means of his internationally renowned novel 'Ender's Game.' I was only an eighth grader, but even then I could tell that he was full of valuable insight concerning men, their motives, and their actions.
After having read almost every single piece of literature published by him (whether digital or print), I can safely say that these insights saturate his writings, leaving the reader not only thoroughly entertained, but also intellectually challenged.
He runs two blogs that I frequent. The first, Uncle Orson Review Everything, is just that. He reviews movies, books, foods, plans, ideas, sidewalk placement, everything!
His second blog, World Watch, discussed politics, culture, ethics and the like.
Both of his blogs are only subsets of much larger websites, which are well worth exploring.
(via. hatrack)
Apr 4, 2009
Unusual and Creative Package Designs
Toxel.com has an article featuring twenty packaging designs that caught their eye.
The only one I've actually seen is the Coca-Cola Ornament.
My two favorites are the 360 Paper Bottle and the Juice Skins Packaging.
The only one I've actually seen is the Coca-Cola Ornament.
My two favorites are the 360 Paper Bottle and the Juice Skins Packaging.
Apr 3, 2009
ChristianAudio.com's Free Audiobook of the Month
During the month of April, you can download Leonard Sweet's So Beautiful for FREE!
Apr 1, 2009
Toxel.com
I discovered an interesting website today. In their own words "Toxel.com is a daily design, inspiration and technology blog dedicated to showcasing the best creative products and designs from all over the world."
Or in other words: Toxel.com finds things that are extremely cool and blogs about them.
(via. kottke)
Or in other words: Toxel.com finds things that are extremely cool and blogs about them.
(via. kottke)
Mar 23, 2009
Exercise Time
If you want to get in shape this spring, and avoid spending money while you're at it, check out one hundred pushups. This site walks you through a six week program that will, when completed, enable you to do one hundred consecutive pushups. The program is customizable based on how many pushups you can do in a row, right now.
If you are already in good shape, or are a glutton for pain (or both), you might consider attempting the 3000-12, a program the Bible Department at Emmaus Bible College sponsors . Over a twelve day period, students are challenged to do 3000 pushups and memorize a twelve verse long Bible passage. This averages out to 250 pushups, and one verse per day.
If you are already in good shape, or are a glutton for pain (or both), you might consider attempting the 3000-12, a program the Bible Department at Emmaus Bible College sponsors . Over a twelve day period, students are challenged to do 3000 pushups and memorize a twelve verse long Bible passage. This averages out to 250 pushups, and one verse per day.
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