Archive for August, 2005

August 28, 2005

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.

Be safe, Ernie.

Katrina live feed

August 28, 2005

Katrina

August 28, 2005

Lucas, on the official “The Weather Channel” blog is worried about his dad and his grandmother, in the path of Katrina.

“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, 2005

A9, 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, 2005

The 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, 2005

The 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.
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Eccleston Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver ships on September 7!

August 22, 2005

Google Desktop Sidebar

August 22, 2005

Install Google Desktop Sidebar right away. Very cool.