Category Archives: Geek

How not to use online video

Okay, here’s my problem with the internet, circa 2008. (I mean, besides the fact that it lost the capital I.) Today while surfing I found a blog post that I wanted to read. It was called “There’s only one reason … Continue reading

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Watchmen trailer and more

The Watchmen hype is heating up. I’ve mentioned in the past that I’m an obsessive fan so this is a time of great hoopla. The trailer was released, the website has launched into something resembling a promotional destination, and it’s … Continue reading

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Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog

Joss Whedon fans, unite! When there’s a strike, our hero writes a supervillain musical starring Neil Patrick Harris and Nathan Fillion, then releases it for free. It will only be online for a limited time — all three parts will … Continue reading

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iPhone fun and games

I threatened promised to share some of my early favorite iPhone apps and games, and so I shall: Texas Hold’Em ($5) A touchy-feely update of the awesome iPod poker game,  this is so worth its asking price. Great AI, stunning … Continue reading

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iPhone: It’s for me!

Yes, I was one of those people who got up early to get an iPhone this week. My contract with Verizon was up, my Razr was starting to die, and I resented having to hack it to do shit it … Continue reading

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D&D

So…yeah, I’m back in it. I liked playing in high school. I didn’t like the esoteric, very nitty-gritty rules that evolved through the 3rd edition, so, like a lot of casual RPGers, I lost interest along the way. But then … Continue reading

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“Whom shall you telegraph?”

Okay, this guy’s outfit is cooler than mine by a Victorian mile.

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Network Solutions: Bunchafuckheads

Kat’s found a domain she likes, but it’s taken. It’s not in use, but it’s taken. She’d like to buy the domain. The Whois info is complete…and completely wrong. The emails bounce; the phone number is disconnected. This, as you … Continue reading

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Spoils of Gears of War

So last year, Cameron and I went on a road trip for OXM with the folks from Nightmare Armor Studios. They create sci-fi armor out of sheer geek love, and they’d built the armor and weapons from Gears of War, … Continue reading

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Alive and kicking ass

One trip to Fry’s, one trip to Central Computers, and one lap around the office to get advice and spare parts put me in good shape for the rebuild. It didn’t take long, but it did take all the time … Continue reading

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