I recently learned that the Barnes & Noble Nook, including the Nook app, reads eBooks that are in the ePUB format.  ePUB is a very popular format for eBooks and is used by many different providers including the official B&N store, Google Books, free eBook databases and most public libraries. My Android phone, the T-Mobile Vibrant ... See Full Entry »

I usually have my Google search preferences set to 100 results per page.  The default is 10 but I find it much more convenient to be able to see as many results per page as possible.  Starting a couple weeks ago, despite my search preferences, Google was showing me only 10 results per page. This ... See Full Entry »

A couple weeks ago, I bought the SiliconDust HDHomeRun Network-Based Dual Digital HDTV Tuner from Woot. At $84.99, it's one of my most expensive Woots ever but well worth it. The device allows me to watch TV on my PC without installing a PCI tuner card. Instead, the HDHomeRun works over my network. I ... See Full Entry »

After neglecting it for the past 6 months, I started using my pedometer again on Friday. I've been slacking off in the exercise department and needed a bit of motivation. I have the Omron HJ-720 Pocket Pedometer. Whenever I need to push myself to get more active, I take along my pedometer and aim for a ... See Full Entry »

I have a smartphone right now (HTC Dash). Most people with a smartphone have web access through their wireless carrier. I do not because I just don't need it. I can't justify paying an extra $30 a month so I can browse Facebook while on the bus. Yeah, it might be a bit nifty, but ... See Full Entry »

My phone, a T-Mobile branded HTC Dash running Windows Mobile, has been acting up for a couple of months. It would turn off whenever I tried to send a text picture. Sometimes, it would turn off immediately after I took a picture or after I signed on to AIM. Very frustrating! Today, it completely died. Blue ... See Full Entry »

Though I really loved how CommentLuv allowed people to easily share linkbacks, I have switched my comment system to Disqus. In the past few weeks, I've personally experienced the convenience of being able to leave comments on other sites using Facebook Connect.  Since I'm usually already logged into my Facebook account already, one click allows me ... See Full Entry »

A few months ago, while walking the dogs, I noticed the Google Maps van making passes through my neighborhood.  At the time, I wondered if we would be caught on camera.  I forgot about it until tonight and I decided to go see if I could find myself.  Check it out!  Heheheeeee View Larger Map See Full Entry »

The high today for Los Angeles is only 66°F; it's been months since it's been that cold.  I'm not a big fan of the chilly weather and realized that my wardrobe is desperately in need of more long-sleeved items. On the bright side, we're now getting the blossoming of fall flowers.  One of my favorite trees, ... See Full Entry »