2008 November
Google search, now with arrows?
Yesterday I noticed my Google search came up with these little arrows and Xs next to the results. Clicking the up arrow is a vote to “Promote” the search result, and clicking the “X” is a vote to “Remove” it. I’m not sure how I feel about this social option being added to my old, familiar Google search. Somehow, I’ve become comfortable with the ever-...
Ingenious jewelry combines tech and style
These tech-chic pendants are called “Silicon Gallies,” and they’re the brilliant creation of Capitola Girl. She takes used computer keys and turns them into clever jewelry, featuring initials or special key combinations. I love this CTRL-Z (undo) pendant. The only thing that would make it better would be “Apple-Z.” Check these out if you’re looking for a cool gi...
Best musical Star Wars synopsis EVER!
Oh my goodness! This is a lip-sync video of a recording by a very talented a cappella group called moosebutter. They’ve taken several movie themes by composer John Williams (including E.T., Indiana Jones, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Jaws), and added lyrics outlining the Star Wars story. It’s Brilliant! And don’t just dismiss this because you think all a cappella music probably soun...
You know you’re a Geek Parent if…
Here’s a quick list I put together while I was thinking about my own family’s techie-tech lifestyle. In no particular order, and subject to revision… Hope this gives you a grin. You refer to your baby’s due date as “Labor-CON.” You catch yourself humming a song and realize it’s from a video game, not the radio. You speak in Simlish (the language of The Sim...
