I used a very early model of the Bose QuietComfort headphones and found them useful but bulky. If I get another set, I’ll make sure to give this list a good read.
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Google Fi for the iPhone solid for travelers, but still has same carrier customer service nonsense
How messed up is our cellular service here in Canada and the US when someone can describe a plan that offers pricing like $10 per GB as “affordable”?
This hidden AirPods feature helps you hear better
I don’t have AirPods and didn’t know about this feature. Sounds interesting.
Moose Jaw fights back
This affront to our great nation will not go unchallenged.
What’s in this?: Emergen-C
I love these analyses of the foods and products we ingest. This one is even more instructive, showing how useless this “cold medicine” actually is.
The 30th anniversary of the beloved Macintosh SE/30
This Twitter thread is great. The Macintosh SE/30 was my first Mac and I absolutely loved it. I don’t know if it’s the “Best Mac Ever” but it certainly is my favourite if only for the path it put me on.
To save the sound of a Stradivarius, a whole city must keep quiet
What an incredible undertaking. I know nothing about violins or their sound and couldn’t tell the difference between a Stradivarius and a Nova Scotia fiddle but I love that these people are undertaking the effort to capture the sound of these magnificent instruments.
‘Order!’ Why Europeans are turning to John Bercow for light relief in Brexit chaos
Our American readers may not realize this but the role of the Speaker of the House in the British Parliamentary system is significantly different than that of the House of Representatives. They act more as a referee in the chamber than a politician.
The Azulejo in Portugal
Not only are the tiles spectacularly beautiful, the presentation by the Google website is very well done.
How does a “Pull-Back” toy car work?
Not only is this a really good explanation of what’s happening inside these little cars, the animation is really well done.
Apple begins selling iPhone SE again on clearance store, starting at $249 brand new
The iPhone SE is still a beloved “little” phone, suitable for a lot of people. This is the best deal Apple has ever offered on it.
Apple publishes videos showcasing iPad Pro workflows
As the iPad “matures”, its ability to do the things formerly requiring a desktop or laptop becomes greater and greater.
Car dealerships put in a lot of work to not sell you an electric car
There’s plenty of blame to go around as to why EVs are not more popular but with dealerships being some of the frontline troops when it comes to first information and then sales, they take on a good percentage of the responsibility for the lack of sales.
Can drones be good?
Like so much of technology, good or bad depends on how we use it. I had a blast flying my DJI Mavic 2 Pro (until it plummeted out of the sky and into our local harbour, never to be seen again), but there are enough horror stories of improper drone flying to make many of us understandably concerned about their use – not just by hobbyists but also by our governments.
The secret history of Cleatus, Fox Sports’s bizarre football robot
There are few things I find more annoying during my sportsball viewing than this stupid robot.
The Dalrymple Report: Apple Watch, Netflix and Facebook with Dave Mark
Dave and I discuss the Apple Watch and health, more disastrous news for Facebook, and Netflix’s blockbuster numbers.
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Harley-Davidson funded study proves motorcycling provides physical and mental benefits
Even though the study was funded by a motorcycle manufacturer which may throw its conclusions into question, I’d bet everyone who rides agrees with the study’s results. For me, I know that riding relaxes me while, at the same time, increases my focus. While it’s the most dangerous thing I do, it’s also one of the best things I do.
A lunar eclipse and a ‘super blood wolf moon’: how to watch this cosmic event
Ignoring all the silly qualifiers, this will be a pretty incredible event, especially for those of us on the West Coast of North America. Sadly for us here in the Vancouver area, the forecast is for rain Sunday evening.
Facebook’s ’10 Year Challenge’ is just a harmless meme—right?
We’ve mentioned often here how we give up way too much data voluntarily. Some of it, like this “challenge”, while seemingly innocent, may actually be sneaky and insidious.
Supraventricular Tachycardia: Or, a trip to the ER with my Apple Watch
We’ve heard a lot of these stories and we’ll hear a lot more. If nothing else, the Apple Watch is making many more people much more aware of the overall health and well being. I know it’s already helped me lose weight and I’ve only had it for a couple of weeks.
27 free alternatives to Adobe’s expensive app subscriptions
This is a great list for those of you who are looking for and can use alternative apps. There are a couple of apps I’m going to test out for color grading my drone footage.
Millions of customers will now pay more for Netflix—here’s how much
It will likely eventually affect customers in other countries as well. We are a Netflix family but, at what point will these increases stop us from paying for the service?
Feds can’t force you to unlock your iPhone with finger or face, judge rules
This feels like a ruling that might make its way to the US Supreme Court.
Apple buys 50 business class seats from San Francisco to Shanghai every day
I wonder why it wouldn’t be more cost effective to simply buy their own plane(s)? I’m sure they’ve already thought of that though.
The nightmare horror show that is the Apple TV remote
I hate the Apple TV remote as well. Anyone else have strong opinions about it one way or the other?
Meet the short-order cooks so good Waffle House officially calls them “Rockstars”
Even though I lived in the South for several years, I never actually set foot in a Waffle House. But, as a motorcyclist, I am a huge fan of diners and always appreciate the stories of a good short order cook.
VLC is adding AirPlay support and will reach 3 billion downloads
Since Apple has been ignoring QuickTime for years, VLC, along with the new IINA app, have been my go-to media players for all kinds of files.
The Dalrymple Report: Dave’s back from surgery
Dave Mark is a trooper. Just days after having surgery, he’s back on the podcast to discuss cord cutting and what’s going on with the iPhone.
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Chapo’s I.T. guy: working for a kingpin can cause a nervous breakdown
As many are pointing out, this story is why you should be nice to your IT people.
Small car flips between giant rings
I love watching these kinds of videos. I have zero mechanical ability or imagination but I’m always fascinated by those who do.