How would you change out the battery in a protected product? The material obviously doesn't conduct electricity. Do they coat over the battery compartment, thus sealing your battery inside? You'd be forced to break the seal every time you swap batteries, or perform a reset on smartphones with the reset button beneath the compartment lid.
Much like me crossing the border to South Carolina on the 3rd of July to buy mortars and sky cakes, I see New Yorkers driving to NJ, CT, VT, MA and others to purchase their Xboxes and Manhunt 3.
I would hope that NASA considered this already. I imagine that the rasp will loosen a sufficient enough quantity so that the ice won't completely sublimate by the time it reaches the testing oven. Sure some will, but hopefully not all of it.
Also, I believe what is important here is not necessarily the H2O ice itself, but what else is contained within it. Even if the ice sublimates, all the minerals, salts, and creepy-crawlies should be left behind.
It was my understanding that Squeenix's decision to go PS3 only was due in part to the limitations of the 360's optical drive. Now the Microsoft is going to be releasing a blu-ray equipped 360, I'm willing to bet that FFXIII will require it. So, playing this on the 360 is going to require the purchase of a new console anyway. My question is, for all the 360 owners, do you buy another 360 or bite the bullet and buy a PS3?
This thing is basically a hardware patch for flakey motion sensing. This should have been included from the get-go. I see this going one of two routes. Option one: it's going to work (improving motion control, but not really ADDING anything). Developers are going to start developing for it. You will NEED to buy it to keep your Wii usable. It will be much like the RAM add on for the N64. Option two: Nintendo releases some shoddy Wii Sports sequel that ships with the add on. It works, but its the only game ever released for it.
I'm 100% this move was calculated by EA. They want to put the product out on time so they can start collecting subscription fees. This is all done at the expense of a more complete product. Let them get their money early, and let their MMORPG tank..
This letter was written to the Kansas City School Board after they tried pulling the same bullshit.
"I am writing you with much concern after having read of your hearing to decide whether the alternative theory of Intelligent Design should be taught along with the theory of Evolution. I think we can all agree that it is important for students to hear multiple viewpoints so they can choose for themselves the theory that makes the most sense to them. I am concerned, however, that students will only hear one theory of Intelligent Design.
Let us remember that there are multiple theories of Intelligent Design. I and many others around the world are of the strong belief that the universe was created by a Flying Spaghetti Monster. It was He who created all that we see and all that we feel. We feel strongly that the overwhelming scientific evidence pointing towards evolutionary processes is nothing but a coincidence, put in place by Him.
It is for this reason that Iâ(TM)m writing you today, to formally request that this alternative theory be taught in your schools, along with the other two theories. In fact, I will go so far as to say, if you do not agree to do this, we will be forced to proceed with legal action. Iâ(TM)m sure you see where we are coming from. If the Intelligent Design theory is not based on faith, but instead another scientific theory, as is claimed, then you must also allow our theory to be taught, as it is also based on science, not on faith.
Some find that hard to believe, so it may be helpful to tell you a little more about our beliefs. We have evidence that a Flying Spaghetti Monster created the universe. None of us, of course, were around to see it, but we have written accounts of it. We have several lengthy volumes explaining all details of His power. Also, you may be surprised to hear that there are over 10 million of us, and growing. We tend to be very secretive, as many people claim our beliefs are not substantiated by observable evidence. What these people donâ(TM)t understand is that He built the world to make us think the earth is older than it really is. For example, a scientist may perform a carbon-dating process on an artifact. He finds that approximately 75% of the Carbon-14 has decayed by electron emission to Nitrogen-14, and infers that this artifact is approximately 10,000 years old, as the half-life of Carbon-14 appears to be 5,730 years. But what our scientist does not realize is that every time he makes a measurement, the Flying Spaghetti Monster is there changing the results with His Noodly Appendage. We have numerous texts that describe in detail how this can be possible and the reasons why He does this. He is of course invisible and can pass through normal matter with ease.
Iâ(TM)m sure you now realize how important it is that your students are taught this alternate theory. It is absolutely imperative that they realize that observable evidence is at the discretion of a Flying Spaghetti Monster. Furthermore, it is disrespectful to teach our beliefs without wearing His chosen outfit, which of course is full pirate regalia. I cannot stress the importance of this enough, and unfortunately cannot describe in detail why this must be done as I fear this letter is already becoming too long. The concise explanation is that He becomes angry if we donâ(TM)t.
You may be interested to know that global warming, earthquakes, hurricanes, and other natural disasters are a direct effect of the shrinking numbers of Pirates since the 1800s. For your interest, I have included a graph of the approximate number of pirates versus the average global temperature over the last 200 years. As you can see, there is a statistically significant inverse relationship between pirates and global temperature.
In conclusion, thank you for taking the time to hear our views and beliefs. I hope I was able to convey the importance of teaching this theory to your students. We will of course be able to train the teachers in this alternate theory. I am eagerly awaiti
If a parent thinks their kid is mature enough to handle a game like this, then I'm okay with them buying it on their behalf. But I'll level with you - I don't think many parents know their kids half as well as they think they do, and some don't even make the effort to 'know' them at all.
Then these kids have far more to worry about than video games.
And you are just another coward afraid of the big, bad gun.
The lifting of the ban does not eliminate (and it shouldn't) the restrictions on licensing, registering and the application process for obtaining a gun.
If the reasoning of the second amendment is and has been wrong, then the US would still be an unrepresented, taxed group of colonies of Britain.
Here's another little fact out of my "hat" look at the rate of gun-related homicides in DC since the 1977 ban was enacted. Funny how when you ban guns, that number climbs. What does this imply? It implies two things: the ban was ineffective, and your second sentence was wrong.
Yes, people kill people with guns. People also kill people with cars, knives, fire, poison and any number of other potentially harmful things. Banning legal firearms only prevents law abiding citizens from obtaining them legally. Anyone intent on mass murder is going to mass murder with or without a gun, legally obtained or not.
Likening carrying a firearm to carrying a nuke shows a complete lack of understanding on your part. One is a tool, one is a weapon of mass destruction. Sure the gun can be used as a weapon, but so can any number of other things I have already mentioned in this post. A nuked is only used to kill thousands indiscriminately.
If the 2nd Amendmend was "bunk" it wouldn't have existed in the first place.
I had to debate between modding you down and replying to your comment.
The 2nd Amendment is in no way, shape, or form wrong. It was put in place as the ultimate check and balance for the people to defend themselves against a tyrannical government.
Guns do not kill people, people kill people. How many murders are committed each year by registered gun owners? How many by illegally obtained guns? The former is way less than the latter. How many of those murdered by illegal weapons would still be alive today if they had a gun of their own to defend themselves with? On another note, how many people are killed each year in traffic accidents? How many children drown in swimming pools? Should cars and pools be outlawed?
The right to bear arms will not have mass-murderous consequences. Mass murderers are going to mass murder with a gun or without a gun. And wouldn't you rather be carrying a.22 when the knife-wielding maniac comes chasing after you?
I believe the moon's presence serves as a sort of shield from meteorites and asteroids. Also, the tidal forces the moon causes on Earth's core must create a lot of friction, keeping the core hotter over a longer period of time. While I do not believe the moon is necessary for life to have formed here on Earth, I believe the Earth would be much more primitive than it is today if we had no moon.
I highly doubt we'd be effective in our seeding. A big problem with Mars is that the planet has cooled to the point where it's core is no longer liquid. The solid, cold core does not generate a magnetic field anywhere near the strength of the earth. Because there is no magnetic field, solar radiation literally cooks the surface of the planet. On Mars, you have two choices: freeze beneath the surface, or fry on it.
Some of this I blame on the current school systems in place. There seems to be a lot more cheating going on and as a result not much character building. The rest I blame on poor roll models for the kids today. What with athletes almost openly using steroids and rappers thinking its cool getting busted the kids today don't have anyone to look up to. You forgot to blame video games!
I always assumed this was the reason for the accelerating expansion of the universe. If anti-matter fell down, then we'd be seeing a deceleration in the expansion.
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Dude, you've already bought an iPhone, and you wonder how people are willing to blow money?
I don't see "iPhone" anywhere in my original post.
How would you change out the battery in a protected product? The material obviously doesn't conduct electricity. Do they coat over the battery compartment, thus sealing your battery inside? You'd be forced to break the seal every time you swap batteries, or perform a reset on smartphones with the reset button beneath the compartment lid.
I didn't RTFA, but from what I read in the summary, why the christ would I spend $1000 to protect my $250 iPod?
Much like me crossing the border to South Carolina on the 3rd of July to buy mortars and sky cakes, I see New Yorkers driving to NJ, CT, VT, MA and others to purchase their Xboxes and Manhunt 3.
...spacecraft fly you.
I would hope that NASA considered this already. I imagine that the rasp will loosen a sufficient enough quantity so that the ice won't completely sublimate by the time it reaches the testing oven. Sure some will, but hopefully not all of it.
Also, I believe what is important here is not necessarily the H2O ice itself, but what else is contained within it. Even if the ice sublimates, all the minerals, salts, and creepy-crawlies should be left behind.
It was my understanding that Squeenix's decision to go PS3 only was due in part to the limitations of the 360's optical drive. Now the Microsoft is going to be releasing a blu-ray equipped 360, I'm willing to bet that FFXIII will require it. So, playing this on the 360 is going to require the purchase of a new console anyway. My question is, for all the 360 owners, do you buy another 360 or bite the bullet and buy a PS3?
This thing is basically a hardware patch for flakey motion sensing. This should have been included from the get-go. I see this going one of two routes. Option one: it's going to work (improving motion control, but not really ADDING anything). Developers are going to start developing for it. You will NEED to buy it to keep your Wii usable. It will be much like the RAM add on for the N64. Option two: Nintendo releases some shoddy Wii Sports sequel that ships with the add on. It works, but its the only game ever released for it.
That was one of the most interesting posts I've read in a while. Thank you!
slap in a NIC and web browser and you have the future PC.
Doh, you're right- my bad. I misread your entire post.
I'm 100% this move was calculated by EA. They want to put the product out on time so they can start collecting subscription fees. This is all done at the expense of a more complete product. Let them get their money early, and let their MMORPG tank..
You forgot Night Elf :D
"I am writing you with much concern after having read of your hearing to decide whether the alternative theory of Intelligent Design should be taught along with the theory of Evolution. I think we can all agree that it is important for students to hear multiple viewpoints so they can choose for themselves the theory that makes the most sense to them. I am concerned, however, that students will only hear one theory of Intelligent Design.
Let us remember that there are multiple theories of Intelligent Design. I and many others around the world are of the strong belief that the universe was created by a Flying Spaghetti Monster. It was He who created all that we see and all that we feel. We feel strongly that the overwhelming scientific evidence pointing towards evolutionary processes is nothing but a coincidence, put in place by Him.
It is for this reason that Iâ(TM)m writing you today, to formally request that this alternative theory be taught in your schools, along with the other two theories. In fact, I will go so far as to say, if you do not agree to do this, we will be forced to proceed with legal action. Iâ(TM)m sure you see where we are coming from. If the Intelligent Design theory is not based on faith, but instead another scientific theory, as is claimed, then you must also allow our theory to be taught, as it is also based on science, not on faith.
Some find that hard to believe, so it may be helpful to tell you a little more about our beliefs. We have evidence that a Flying Spaghetti Monster created the universe. None of us, of course, were around to see it, but we have written accounts of it. We have several lengthy volumes explaining all details of His power. Also, you may be surprised to hear that there are over 10 million of us, and growing. We tend to be very secretive, as many people claim our beliefs are not substantiated by observable evidence. What these people donâ(TM)t understand is that He built the world to make us think the earth is older than it really is. For example, a scientist may perform a carbon-dating process on an artifact. He finds that approximately 75% of the Carbon-14 has decayed by electron emission to Nitrogen-14, and infers that this artifact is approximately 10,000 years old, as the half-life of Carbon-14 appears to be 5,730 years. But what our scientist does not realize is that every time he makes a measurement, the Flying Spaghetti Monster is there changing the results with His Noodly Appendage. We have numerous texts that describe in detail how this can be possible and the reasons why He does this. He is of course invisible and can pass through normal matter with ease.
Iâ(TM)m sure you now realize how important it is that your students are taught this alternate theory. It is absolutely imperative that they realize that observable evidence is at the discretion of a Flying Spaghetti Monster. Furthermore, it is disrespectful to teach our beliefs without wearing His chosen outfit, which of course is full pirate regalia. I cannot stress the importance of this enough, and unfortunately cannot describe in detail why this must be done as I fear this letter is already becoming too long. The concise explanation is that He becomes angry if we donâ(TM)t.
You may be interested to know that global warming, earthquakes, hurricanes, and other natural disasters are a direct effect of the shrinking numbers of Pirates since the 1800s. For your interest, I have included a graph of the approximate number of pirates versus the average global temperature over the last 200 years. As you can see, there is a statistically significant inverse relationship between pirates and global temperature.
In conclusion, thank you for taking the time to hear our views and beliefs. I hope I was able to convey the importance of teaching this theory to your students. We will of course be able to train the teachers in this alternate theory. I am eagerly awaiti
A kilo? I'm keepin that shit.
If a parent thinks their kid is mature enough to handle a game like this, then I'm okay with them buying it on their behalf. But I'll level with you - I don't think many parents know their kids half as well as they think they do, and some don't even make the effort to 'know' them at all.
Then these kids have far more to worry about than video games.
And you are just another coward afraid of the big, bad gun.
The lifting of the ban does not eliminate (and it shouldn't) the restrictions on licensing, registering and the application process for obtaining a gun.
If the reasoning of the second amendment is and has been wrong, then the US would still be an unrepresented, taxed group of colonies of Britain.
Here's another little fact out of my "hat" look at the rate of gun-related homicides in DC since the 1977 ban was enacted. Funny how when you ban guns, that number climbs. What does this imply? It implies two things: the ban was ineffective, and your second sentence was wrong.
Yes, people kill people with guns. People also kill people with cars, knives, fire, poison and any number of other potentially harmful things. Banning legal firearms only prevents law abiding citizens from obtaining them legally. Anyone intent on mass murder is going to mass murder with or without a gun, legally obtained or not.
Likening carrying a firearm to carrying a nuke shows a complete lack of understanding on your part. One is a tool, one is a weapon of mass destruction. Sure the gun can be used as a weapon, but so can any number of other things I have already mentioned in this post. A nuked is only used to kill thousands indiscriminately.
If the 2nd Amendmend was "bunk" it wouldn't have existed in the first place.
I had to debate between modding you down and replying to your comment.
The 2nd Amendment is in no way, shape, or form wrong. It was put in place as the ultimate check and balance for the people to defend themselves against a tyrannical government.
Guns do not kill people, people kill people. How many murders are committed each year by registered gun owners? How many by illegally obtained guns? The former is way less than the latter. How many of those murdered by illegal weapons would still be alive today if they had a gun of their own to defend themselves with? On another note, how many people are killed each year in traffic accidents? How many children drown in swimming pools? Should cars and pools be outlawed?
The right to bear arms will not have mass-murderous consequences. Mass murderers are going to mass murder with a gun or without a gun. And wouldn't you rather be carrying a .22 when the knife-wielding maniac comes chasing after you?
I believe the moon's presence serves as a sort of shield from meteorites and asteroids. Also, the tidal forces the moon causes on Earth's core must create a lot of friction, keeping the core hotter over a longer period of time. While I do not believe the moon is necessary for life to have formed here on Earth, I believe the Earth would be much more primitive than it is today if we had no moon.
sweaty? damn, man, you need to buy her some antiperspirant
I highly doubt we'd be effective in our seeding. A big problem with Mars is that the planet has cooled to the point where it's core is no longer liquid. The solid, cold core does not generate a magnetic field anywhere near the strength of the earth. Because there is no magnetic field, solar radiation literally cooks the surface of the planet. On Mars, you have two choices: freeze beneath the surface, or fry on it.
$500 - $1500 is the price you pay for a PC that actually runs. An additional $20 on top of that is BS.
Send your boss the URL for this Slashdot thread
I always assumed this was the reason for the accelerating expansion of the universe. If anti-matter fell down, then we'd be seeing a deceleration in the expansion.