So I tried to leave New Orleans today at 12:30 pm but after 4 hours of driving I had only made it 15 miles. I was alone and tired so I decided the safe play was to return. It’s kind of sad when the ’safe play’ is to go back and wait to be pounded by the gnashing fury of a Category 5 hurricane.
Archive for August, 2005
August 28, 2005
Katrina live feed
August 28, 2005As linked by Dave Winer: Live Video from a webcam in New Orleans.
Katrina
August 28, 2005“Go to a shelter! Get out of there!” I pleaded on an early morning phone call. She said she’d consider it, but I’m doubtful. Likewise, my 72-year-old father, a lifelong Morgan City, La., resident, was also slow to make evacuation plans despite my urging.
Google Talk Command Line Params
August 26, 2005A9, Google Maps
August 26, 2005(as seen on Make) Finally, someone integrated A9 Street-Level Photos and Google Maps. Of course, Google will be adding their own street level photos soon enough.
New iTrip FM Transmitter - With LCD Screen!
August 26, 2005The new iTrip has a built in LCD screen and a knob for tuning to the appropriate broadcast station. Nice.
Adding a USB port to a USB mouse
August 26, 2005(as seen on Make) Jason shows us how to add a usb port to a mouse for plugging in thumb drives.
GE Dual Scroll Mouse
August 24, 2005The GE Dual Scroll Mouse has a horizontal scroll wheel and a vertical one. Not as cool as the MightyMouse, but more ergo. Saw it on Jolene’s desk this morning.
Eccleston Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver ships on September 7!
August 22, 2005Google Desktop Sidebar
August 22, 2005Install Google Desktop Sidebar right away. Very cool.
