Jumat, 18 September 2009

Why Verizon's phones aren't more exciting

Why Verizon's phones aren't more exciting
Why does the U.S. carrier known for the best network have the worst smartphones? Verizon gets plaudits for its coverage and call quality, but consistently loses out to AT&T, T-Mobile and even Sprint when it comes to getting the newest high-end handsets.
First-Ever Unmanned Space Ship Docks At ISS

CE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A brand new Japanese space station cargo ship arrived at its destination Thursday, expertly plucked from orbit by an astronaut who toasted the first-ever event with her crewmates.


Not-Just-MP3 Players: Apple and Microsoft Audition For New Roles
We need to retire the term "MP3 player." Not only do the newest media gadgets from Apple and Microsoft play more music formats than MP3 -- in addition to showing photos and videos -- they also fill some roles once reserved for high-end smartphones. They can even replace an old transistor radio.
Videogeist: September 18 2009

THERE were two videos in the race to lead this week’s Videogeist. Thankfully, someone smooshed them together for me.

Kanye v Obama

Last week US President Barack Obama was interrupted while giving a speech to Congress about health care by Republican congressman Joe Wilson, who shouted rather loudly: “You lie!”

The outburst led to a wave of “oooh"s and “aaah"s in Congress, an avalanche of news stories and — of course — spoof videos.

Then came Kanye. The rest is history:

Jackass carousel

Meanwhile, the aftermath of Mr Wilson’s interruption was a merry-go-round of calls for apologies. The Daily Show‘s Jon Stewart follows the “sorry” trail:

The Daily Show With Jon StewartMonThurs 11p / 10c

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