Now, when you've finally "tapped out this rock", then come back and complain. Until then, blame yourselves for your inability to develop good games that take full advantage of these platforms.
They are switching to standard metal detectors until the furor dies down, then they will ramp up with the scanning and patting.
I expect the switch to resume after Thanksgiving when most travelers will be business travelers who can't afford to spend their time protesting.
Now, if the TSA is right about the necessity of these scanners and enhanced patdowns, this move to temporarily disable the scanners seems like a massive security problem.
Not that I believe in that kind of hokum, but could we please not do science that encourages people like Jack van Impe and his hot, hot wife Rexella? They believe that everyone will be tagged with a scannable code. That it will be the currency just before and during the beginning of the end times. They think that only those who resist it will be saved from God's judgment.
Everytime you put a barcode on a living thing, you stir up that pot of crazy.
This Thanksgiving, let's take a moment to think about all the great stuff science has given us. And try not to forget that just because science is great, it doesn't mean that the Christian retards have any less power.
Here in America, we have politicians that tell us to grin and bear the gloved hand of tyranny up our metaphorical rectums. This past week has been a tumultuous time for our country with millions upon millions angry, demanding the end to the usurpation of our human rights. These calls have fallen on deaf ears.
Canada, the great untamed frontier, still seems to have politicians who put people over policy. What a topsy-turvy world we live in that we Americans finally look northward for leadership!
Take a look at his crimes without the veil of judgment. He did some pretty neato stuff.
He found a way to run his code on a huge number of computers without the owners knowing at all. He learned how to control the PC cameras of those computers and had "eyes" everywhere. He ran this all from his mom's tiny little living room.
He's a modern-day phracker. He's doing stuff that is way out there, taking over peoples' PCs, controlling their systems, and he did it all for the love of technology. If he was alive 30 years ago, he'd have been whistling into the handset receivers of payphones to get free long distance from Ma Bell.
Yes, we need to condemn him because he crossed the line. Genius should be tempered with good sense, and it looks like he got carried away with what he *could* do and didn't contemplate hard enough on what he *shouldn't* do. However, let's not throw the baby out with the bathwater. His heart is in the right place. What he needs is better guidance.
I am, above all, a humanitarian. If a small gesture on my part can have a large impact on someone else, I will willingly and without hesitation give my time and money.
I have received so much in this life. There are so many things I am truly blessed with. How can I not give back freely?
Some repay me with thanks. Others with donations. Others are inspired to pass along this gift of giving to others. And most of all, that is my most favorite repayment. To see a life that I've touched turn and become another brilliant point of light shining down, illuminating humanity.
On the one hand I'm angry that it seems like they are cracking down on filesharers and have left open this "expansion slot" to fill in with whatever they want later. On the other hand, I'm even more angry that they are going to start cracking down on CD bootleggers. These people perform a great service for many poor kids who don't have a computer to download files or $15 bucks to buy from the store. These kids would end up stealing and getting into much worse trouble if it weren't for the ability to buy from bootleggers for pennies on the dollar.
By restricting the free flow of information, these cartels have created an artificial scarcity. They exploit this scarcity and the ones who suffer are the poor kids. I can't believe we are agreeing to such heinous terms.
Back when Bill Clinton was running for President, his campaign advisor James Carville stated in the plainest terms possible the best reason for voting for Bill over Bush, "It's the economy, stupid"
Now we have a choice between the iPad and this Android device. Both have fine featuresets, but what it all comes down to is what you can run on them. It's the apps, stupid. Which one has a richer appstore? Which one has the apps you're looking for? Which one has a large, dedicated application developer community?
I think we all know the answer to those questions. As much as it pains us to say, Apple has done those things very well while the Android market has floundered helplessly. So count my vote for Apple, because at the end of the day I want to get my work done, not just play around with a shiny toy.
You go from one release cycle style to another. Periodic releases to constant releases. And then back.
Each style has its advantages, but in the end you just end up changing for change's sake and no real benefit is gleaned one way or the other. It's a lot like reorganizing resources in a company. You move some people here, you transfer some people there, you change from a horizontal hierarchy to a more vertical one. Then in 18 months you change it back.
In the end, the guys on the ground doing all the nitty gritty work do the same job they've always done and the company keeps chugging along.
That being said, it's usually a case of management losing touch with the guys on the ground that causes this kind of shakeup. I wouldn't be surprised if Shuttleworth is a bit disappointed in how the business is going and is looking to change the sales story for Ubuntu. From the "stable and great" OS it is now to "cutting edge and always up to date" OS it could be with constant drops.
Looking at the photos on the Electrolux Flickr page, I'm going to agree with you that the implementation leaves much to be desired.
They provide apps like "photos" and "orkut" and other things that really don't belong on a refrigerator *in that form* because the refrigerator has a very short use case duration.
However, that doesn't mean the general concept is bad. Connectivity is a good thing, though I think most people get hung up on the concept of "the refrigerator will track my purchases and tell me when stuff goes bad". And that's a pretty lame use case. But there are others that do make sense, such as dynamic energy usage, remote power management, system status self-report, among others that would typically be relatively invisible to the user.
The only time you would use these features is when you need them, such as turning off the refrigerator when on vacation (and having it override you if there is anything likely to spoil).
It can't do this without network connectivity, and if it intends to provide a service outward and to grow in features, a server of some sort is a necessary feature.
The obvious and visible features are what we see first, but the real benefits are in the ones that blend in as natural features.
There are plenty of non-whites, non-westerners and culturally informed people who play video games too, you know?
That also want to use the swastika? No. I do not know. Prove it.
Find a player who uses the swastika in a non-Nazi meaning, who uses it consistently, and who uses it in a way that represents a culture he identifies with and not just for the sake of being contrary.
Now the two machines can communicate and provide useful feedback.
Washing machine: I'm sensing higher than normal levels of nitrates Refrigerator: This may be related to the recent purchase of bacon Scale: User's weight not significantly changed in last 2 weeks Refrigerator: Bacon is most likely culprit Cashier: I'm sorry, sir. Your credit card has disallowed the purchase of bacon, hot dogs, and Spam. It suggests bottled water and cranberry juice.
Automatic update to your medical records could work too.
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Before you start saying that these consoles are essentially tapped out, keep in mind that the PS3 isn't near its full potential yet.
PS3 still not maxed out - Andrew House (SCEE President)
http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=248275
PS3 hard to develop for on purpose - Kazuo Hirai (SCEE Chairman)
http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=248275
Now, when you've finally "tapped out this rock", then come back and complain. Until then, blame yourselves for your inability to develop good games that take full advantage of these platforms.
They are switching to standard metal detectors until the furor dies down, then they will ramp up with the scanning and patting.
I expect the switch to resume after Thanksgiving when most travelers will be business travelers who can't afford to spend their time protesting.
Now, if the TSA is right about the necessity of these scanners and enhanced patdowns, this move to temporarily disable the scanners seems like a massive security problem.
Not that I believe in that kind of hokum, but could we please not do science that encourages people like Jack van Impe and his hot, hot wife Rexella? They believe that everyone will be tagged with a scannable code. That it will be the currency just before and during the beginning of the end times. They think that only those who resist it will be saved from God's judgment.
Everytime you put a barcode on a living thing, you stir up that pot of crazy.
This Thanksgiving, let's take a moment to think about all the great stuff science has given us. And try not to forget that just because science is great, it doesn't mean that the Christian retards have any less power.
If you're still playing games even though you're an adult, at least play an adult's game.
Chess is the way to go.
Yes, of course, you're right. Politicians that listen to the public are weak. We should have politicians rule us like the plebes we are.
Here in America, we have politicians that tell us to grin and bear the gloved hand of tyranny up our metaphorical rectums. This past week has been a tumultuous time for our country with millions upon millions angry, demanding the end to the usurpation of our human rights. These calls have fallen on deaf ears.
Canada, the great untamed frontier, still seems to have politicians who put people over policy. What a topsy-turvy world we live in that we Americans finally look northward for leadership!
Maybe it's time we held our own Boxing Day.
Take a look at his crimes without the veil of judgment. He did some pretty neato stuff.
He found a way to run his code on a huge number of computers without the owners knowing at all.
He learned how to control the PC cameras of those computers and had "eyes" everywhere.
He ran this all from his mom's tiny little living room.
He's a modern-day phracker. He's doing stuff that is way out there, taking over peoples' PCs, controlling their systems, and he did it all for the love of technology. If he was alive 30 years ago, he'd have been whistling into the handset receivers of payphones to get free long distance from Ma Bell.
Yes, we need to condemn him because he crossed the line. Genius should be tempered with good sense, and it looks like he got carried away with what he *could* do and didn't contemplate hard enough on what he *shouldn't* do. However, let's not throw the baby out with the bathwater. His heart is in the right place. What he needs is better guidance.
I am, above all, a humanitarian. If a small gesture on my part can have a large impact on someone else, I will willingly and without hesitation give my time and money.
I have received so much in this life. There are so many things I am truly blessed with. How can I not give back freely?
Some repay me with thanks. Others with donations. Others are inspired to pass along this gift of giving to others. And most of all, that is my most favorite repayment. To see a life that I've touched turn and become another brilliant point of light shining down, illuminating humanity.
On the one hand I'm angry that it seems like they are cracking down on filesharers and have left open this "expansion slot" to fill in with whatever they want later. On the other hand, I'm even more angry that they are going to start cracking down on CD bootleggers. These people perform a great service for many poor kids who don't have a computer to download files or $15 bucks to buy from the store. These kids would end up stealing and getting into much worse trouble if it weren't for the ability to buy from bootleggers for pennies on the dollar.
By restricting the free flow of information, these cartels have created an artificial scarcity. They exploit this scarcity and the ones who suffer are the poor kids. I can't believe we are agreeing to such heinous terms.
Back when Bill Clinton was running for President, his campaign advisor James Carville stated in the plainest terms possible the best reason for voting for Bill over Bush, "It's the economy, stupid"
Now we have a choice between the iPad and this Android device. Both have fine featuresets, but what it all comes down to is what you can run on them. It's the apps, stupid. Which one has a richer appstore? Which one has the apps you're looking for? Which one has a large, dedicated application developer community?
I think we all know the answer to those questions. As much as it pains us to say, Apple has done those things very well while the Android market has floundered helplessly. So count my vote for Apple, because at the end of the day I want to get my work done, not just play around with a shiny toy.
What ever happened to illegal search and seizure?!?!
Hey calm down. We've got it at your nearest airport. No need to get antsy.
LOL! You got me!
It's 81%
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-20023682-503544.html
Fuck you.
Hi John Pistole.
Fuck you too.
And Obama. God it pains me to say it.
Fuck you. What the fuck, man?
And to the 82% of people who think this is good,
Fuck all of you.
At least when I went in the 70s and 80s
ur old. lol
Yeah, it looks like it's a complete non-story.
http://www.globe-democrat.com/news/2010/nov/18/school-pencil-banning-memo-not-official/
That can't possibly be the whole story.
It didn't work when you left it. It didn't work when you came back.
That's pretty much the definition of stable.
You go from one release cycle style to another. Periodic releases to constant releases. And then back.
Each style has its advantages, but in the end you just end up changing for change's sake and no real benefit is gleaned one way or the other. It's a lot like reorganizing resources in a company. You move some people here, you transfer some people there, you change from a horizontal hierarchy to a more vertical one. Then in 18 months you change it back.
In the end, the guys on the ground doing all the nitty gritty work do the same job they've always done and the company keeps chugging along.
That being said, it's usually a case of management losing touch with the guys on the ground that causes this kind of shakeup. I wouldn't be surprised if Shuttleworth is a bit disappointed in how the business is going and is looking to change the sales story for Ubuntu. From the "stable and great" OS it is now to "cutting edge and always up to date" OS it could be with constant drops.
Gyro, not accelerometer.
Does the iPod/iPad have one? I hadn't considered that possibility.
The demo was on the iPod (or iPhone) which is quite a bit less cumbersome.
Why doesn't it work well? Shoddy gyro? I can't believe that. Not at these prices.
Instead of (or in conjunction with) a d-pad, why not use the internal gyro to sense the user's direction?
Snooki?
Actually, I'd be interested to know that too. I don't know.
Looking at the photos on the Electrolux Flickr page, I'm going to agree with you that the implementation leaves much to be desired.
They provide apps like "photos" and "orkut" and other things that really don't belong on a refrigerator *in that form* because the refrigerator has a very short use case duration.
However, that doesn't mean the general concept is bad. Connectivity is a good thing, though I think most people get hung up on the concept of "the refrigerator will track my purchases and tell me when stuff goes bad". And that's a pretty lame use case. But there are others that do make sense, such as dynamic energy usage, remote power management, system status self-report, among others that would typically be relatively invisible to the user.
The only time you would use these features is when you need them, such as turning off the refrigerator when on vacation (and having it override you if there is anything likely to spoil).
It can't do this without network connectivity, and if it intends to provide a service outward and to grow in features, a server of some sort is a necessary feature.
The obvious and visible features are what we see first, but the real benefits are in the ones that blend in as natural features.
There are plenty of non-whites, non-westerners and culturally informed people who play video games too, you know?
That also want to use the swastika? No. I do not know. Prove it.
Find a player who uses the swastika in a non-Nazi meaning, who uses it consistently, and who uses it in a way that represents a culture he identifies with and not just for the sake of being contrary.
Such a player does not exist.
Now the two machines can communicate and provide useful feedback.
Washing machine: I'm sensing higher than normal levels of nitrates
Refrigerator: This may be related to the recent purchase of bacon
Scale: User's weight not significantly changed in last 2 weeks
Refrigerator: Bacon is most likely culprit
Cashier: I'm sorry, sir. Your credit card has disallowed the purchase of bacon, hot dogs, and Spam. It suggests bottled water and cranberry juice.
Automatic update to your medical records could work too.