Dear Apple and the iPhone, Well, it’s been great having you as my mobile phone, camera, email, web browser, texting, and score checking device for more than 6 years now, but alas all good things must come to end. It’s not me, it’s definitely you…. you’ve become more of a luxury item now. Thinking about […]
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GeekDad 2013 Fathers Day Gift Guide | GeekDad
Excellent ideas! GeekDad 2013 Fathers Day Gift Guide | GeekDad.
Thoughts on the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Verdict: it does the job. Image and performance issues aside, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 is a decent camera for “ruggesd” scenarios where you don’t want to risk bringing along you DSLR or your iPhone (most of my memories are captured with it). The GPS tagging feature was surprisingly convenient but the proprietory video format (AVCHD) was a pain […]
In this case, smaller is better
So today, it is with deepest regrets to say that my relationship with Shiva Ratri has ended prematurely. We had fun on our dates, logged many late night hours on the Internet, travelled together to various places in Nepal, etc., BUT it just didn’t work out as I was looking for something different to compliment […]
Damaged Olympus Stylus 1030 SW
The Olympus Stylus 1030 SW, but after a day of hard-core white water rafting and being thrown around in the raft, the cosmetic piece around the camera lens broke off. I decided to risk putting the camera underwater again and it seems to be still waterproof. Dear Olympus: will this affect the waterproof performance?
ShivaRatri – the HP Compaq 6530s Notebook
There goes part of my trekking savings….nonetheless I am happy to welcome the HP Compaq 6530s Notebook to the family. Unfortunately, my old work horse notebook of 3 and of half years (HP Pavilion dv4170ca) had to be put down a couple of weeks ago due to pre-mature aging of the motherboard and related components. […]
Essential Gear
…and other useful items with side notes about obtaining them. Version 1.0 – Dec. 10, 2008 Items are listed in no particular order. Swiss Army pocket knife – a life saver and a given for all travelers (just don’t forget to check it in with your luggage). Electrical Plug Adapters – Targus, Nexxen (the source), […]
SolarFocus Solarsupra Solar Charger
I so want this. Just think about all the possibilities! Gear notes from Mec.ca “This portable solar power solution is designed to power laptops, camp lights, satellite phones, GPS devices, cameras, and almost any other portable electronic device. It makes carrying extra batteries unnecessary and it will charge even under cloudy or rainy skies, making […]