Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Samsung's Not Doing Well in the Tablet Market? You Don't Say ?
Here's something you don't see every day: An executive at a consumer electronics company admitting that one of its businesses isn't doing so well.
Miley Cyrus is classy
Miley Cyrus traded in her denim jumper and coonskin cap for a fancy dress last night to attend the 20th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party.
?I aint neva been toa party this fancee,? Miley said. ?So I don’t really know whut to tawk about, but they is a billboard near [...]
?I aint neva been toa party this fancee,? Miley said. ?So I don’t really know whut to tawk about, but they is a billboard near [...]
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Chris Brown -- Singing with Rihanna in Orlando Nightclub
Chris Brown didn't shy away when the DJ blasted a Rihanna song at an Orlando nightclub this weekend -- instead, he proudly sang along with EVERY lyric ... and TMZ has the footage.It all went down at Club Vain on Sunday night during an NBA All--Star…
Madonna -- I Didn't Change 'Girls Gone Wild' Because of Joe Whatshisname
Madonna did NOT change the name of "Girls Gone Wild" because of threats from "Girls Gone Wild" creator Joe Francis -- this according to her manager, Guy Oseary.Oseary tells TMZ ... he found it laughable that Francis claimed victory after allegedly…
Hands On With One X, HTC?s Newest Flagship Android Phone
HTC ruled the roost in the early days of Android, but has since been losing ground to Samsung. Can the Taiwanese manufacturer bring it all back with the One Series? We examined the One X from every angle to find out.
Microsoft Accuses Google, Motorola Mobility of FRAND Patent Abuse
Allegations of standards-essential patent abuse are piling up against Motorola Mobility.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Platypus Day Is Coming ? Have You Learned the Walk Yet?
So, what are your plans to celebrate Platypus Day? It’s only a week away, so you should really start practicing your Platypus Walk soon. What am I talking about? Well, last year Disney inaugurated Platypus Day, and would seem to have decided it should occur every year on the first Saturday in March. So next [...]
Weekly Standard: Romney Sips Some Tea
GOP Presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum are locked in virtual two tie for the Republican primaries. Stephen F. Hayes of The Weekly Standard argues that policies that many in the Tea Party regard as too cautious, the Romney campaign sees as bold.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Barnes & Noble Delivers New 8GB Tablet, Disappointing Earnings
The new tablet and price drop are aggressive, revenue-boosting moves coming on the same day as B&N's quarterly earnings report.
Foreign Policy: How Hollywood Conquered The World
The Academy Awards will be hosted on Feb. 26. Stephen Galloway of Foreign Policy asserts that if Hollywood can continue to draw the best and brightest from abroad, no matter how far the rest of America declines, Hollywood will remain untouchable.
'Bully' Problems: The MPAA Gives A Scarlet 'R' To A Thoughtful Documentary
The MPAA has smacked an R rating on a much-needed, well-made documentary about bullying that, unlike many goofy ratings decisions, has the potential to actually hurt people.
Proview Loses Bid to Ban iPad in Shanghai
A court rules that Apple can continue to sell the iPad in Shanghai.
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Santorum not letting new strength in GOP race temper his words
Most candidates who emerge from the relative shadows to take the lead in a presidential campaign start to throttle back on the rhetorical thunderbolts and settle into a groove with a winning script full of phrases predigested by pollsters and focus groups.
Sacha Baron Cohen is or is not banned from the Oscars
Sacha Baron Cohen is invited to the Academy Awards on Sunday because he?s one of the stars of ?Hugo?, which is nominated for Best Picture. And apparently that’s terrifying to some people because of his habit of showing up places in character to promote his new movies.
New movies like the one where he [...]
New movies like the one where he [...]
Friday, February 24, 2012
Santorum strikes gold in Pa. contributions
Pennsylvanians gave nearly $260,000 to Rick Santorum's presidential campaign in January, nearly quadrupling his home-state cash haul from the previous month.
The Oscars? Performance-Capture Problem
The industry's biggest awards still won't recognize the amazing work being done by actors and effects people who are changing the face of movies.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Will Microsoft Open a Branch Office in iPad Land?
A sighting "in the wild" of Microsoft Office for the iPad set speculative tongues wagging Tuesday, even as the Redmond crew denied the existence of the app. The software's interface contained elements of Microsoft's only app for the iPad, OneNote, and its Metro interface found in the company's mobile operating system Windows Phone 7 and its upcoming Windows 8 OS, according to the report.
Pilar Sanders Sues Deion for $200 MILLION -- I'm Not a Gold Digger!
Pilar Sanders says her estranged husband Deion and his daughter Deiondra mind-tricked her into believing she really is a "worthless, gold diggin' ho" ... so she's suing them both for $200 MILLION. The suit was clearly triggered by Deiondra's Twitter…
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Rainn Wilson has apologized for his rape joke
Everyone loves a good rape joke, but sometimes people can take it too far. This will not be one of those times, even though E! will act like it is.
Proving that funny people are sometimes capable of very unfunny things, Rainn Wilson (apologized this morning) after a date-rape joke yielded some immediate online [...]
Proving that funny people are sometimes capable of very unfunny things, Rainn Wilson (apologized this morning) after a date-rape joke yielded some immediate online [...]
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Video: Behind the Scenes at Giant Keck Telescopes
A behind-the-scenes look at how one telescope, the W. M. Keck Observatory, produces its superb space images.
Here's the Chinese Court Ruling Backing Apple in iPad Trademark Tiff
"The conduct of all the defendants demonstrate that they have combined together with the common intention of injuring Apple."
Villanova University cancels appearance by gay performance artist
Villanova University has abruptly canceled a weeklong workshop by a gay performance artist whose stage shows are often laced with nudity and simulated sex but who has taught and lectured at numerous colleges, including the nation's largest Catholic university, DePaul, in Chicago.
Monday, February 20, 2012
The Inside Story on Climate Scientists Under Siege
It is almost possible to dismiss Michael Mann?s account of a vast conspiracy by the fossil fuel industry to harrass scientists and befuddle the public. But now comes the unauthorized release of documents showing how a libertarian thinktank, the Heartland Institute, which has in the past been supported by Exxon, spent millions on lavish conferences attacking scientists and concocting projects to counter science teaching for kindergarteners.
Kate Upton > Doutzen Kroes
Apparently if you want to work for Victorias Secret you need to be flat chested and have a spooky accent, because Doutzen Kroes is shooting for them in Miami today, the same week their casting director basically called Kate Upton a tacky whore.
Those two are basically the same model, except that Kate is [...]
Those two are basically the same model, except that Kate is [...]
Obama's fortunes rising as economy improves
For months, Republicans fighting for their party's nomination have dominated the political discussion with a grim narrative of American decline: a sluggish economy worsened by a Democratic president bent on creating a European-style social-welfare state on this side of the Atlantic, with a naive foreign policy and an animus toward traditional values.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
John Glenn, A Hero Well Before Orbiting Earth
Fifty years ago, John Glenn was alone on top of a rocket waiting to blast into space and around Earth. In these times, when people can become suddenly famous for doing so little, Glenn's flight is a timeless reminder that the most amazing and marvelous inventions won't work without human skill and daring.
Red Bulls waive Kassel, Hot
Photo by Howard C. Smith/ISIphotos.com In the end, there just wasn't room on the New York Red Bulls' roster for a pair of young, untested players who happened to come through the team's academy to continue their development. The Red Bulls waived midfielder Matt Kassel and defender Sacir Hot, both Homegrown Players, on Friday. Both played sparingly in their rookie seasons in 2011, with the bevy of experienced and international players ahead of them on the depth chart proving to hamper their development and integration with the first team. "Unfortunately, with the talent on our squad, we cannot guarantee that...
Saturday, February 18, 2012
The GeekMoms Podcast #15 Feed the Monster and NEW GeekMom Book Club!
GeekMom Nicole Wakelin talks to Kristin Fitch, CEO and Co-Founder of ZiggityZoom.com�about how she started this family oriented website with her Mom.� You’ll hear what got her started, some of the challenges of running the site, and about the wonderful things you can find there, including an adorable app for kids called Feed the Monster. [...]
Steve Jobs Honored at Grammys
Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was awarded a posthumous Grammy Trustees Award on Saturday evening.
Apple CEO Cook Reiterates Commitment to Workers' Welfare
Apple CEO Tim Cook made a rare appearance at the Goldman Sachs Technology and Internet Conference Tuesday, and addressed concerns over working conditions among Apple's suppliers.
Friday, February 17, 2012
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Whitney might have been broke
Now that they’ve apologized for ?accidentally? raising the prices on her records immediately after she died, Sony executives will meet this week to figure out what Whitney Houstons music catalog is really worth.
Prepare to be disappointed, Bobby Brown. CBS News says…
Houston’s estate is expected to take in about $10 million this year, but [...]
Prepare to be disappointed, Bobby Brown. CBS News says…
Houston’s estate is expected to take in about $10 million this year, but [...]
Apple: App Access to Contact Data Will Require Explicit User Permission
In the wake of the Path address book flap, Apple says all apps that want access to your data will have to ask nicely.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
For Valentines Day, Some Wandering Eyes
In a time when many people are spending less and less time meeting and connecting in real life, and more and more time connecting online, there’s a new study that basically says men are shallow and women are looking for partners of substance. Yeah, not news. Happy Valentine’s Day. The project,�conducted by Tobii, a eye [...]
was Whitney Houston murdered?
Spolier Alert: no. Actually there?s no evidence of this being anything but a drug overdose and an accident, but Nancy Grace was on CNN last night implying it might have been murder anyway.
“I’d like to know who was around her, who, if anyone gave her drugs, following alcohol and drugs, and who let her [...]
“I’d like to know who was around her, who, if anyone gave her drugs, following alcohol and drugs, and who let her [...]
Google's Political Action Committee Getting Lots of Action These Days
The 2012 election cycle is proving a big one for Google NetPAC, the company's political action committee.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
DOJ Likely to Clear Rockstar Bidco's Nortel Patent Purchase
Looks like the Justice Department plans to approve the $4.5 billion sale of Nortel?s wireless technology patents to a consortium led by Microsoft and Apple. Sources familiar with the matter say the DOJ has addressed concerns that the consortium might use the patents to unfairly hamstring competitors. It's not clear when the DOJ will issue its approval, but when it does some 6,000 wireless patents will be transferred over to Rockstar Bidco, an alliance that also includes Research In Motion, Sony, Ericsson AB and EMC.
Report: Houston, Montreal in advanced talks over Ching trade
Photo by ISIphotos.com The storyline that has been at the forefront of the MLS offseason appears to be on its way to reaching its resolution. According to reports out of Houston, the Houston Dynamo are engaged in advanced talks with the Montreal Impact for a deal that would send former Dynamo captain and forward Brian Ching back to Houston. Exactly what would be going from Houston to Montreal was not divulged, but Ching going to Houston would provide a boost for a club in need of more reliable forward options. The deal, according to Houston's Fox television affiliate, is contingent...
Monday, February 13, 2012
Weekly Standard: Beyond Cynical
The Obama administration has ruled that private insurance plans must provide free coverage of contraception. John McCormack of The Weekly Standard argues that the Catholic Church should pursue more than just its rejection of the administration's birth control mandate.
it?s Beyonce and her new baby
Having a baby and then auctioning off the first pictures of it to a magazine or tabloid is a tawdry and tasteless thing for celebrities to do. And that’s why people like Jennifer Lopez do it.
Jay Z and Beyonce are clearly above that however, and tonight they posted 5 pictures of their [...]
Jay Z and Beyonce are clearly above that however, and tonight they posted 5 pictures of their [...]
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Apple Wins Skirmish With Motorola on the German Front
Apple breaks Motorola Mobility's IP winning streak in Germany.
Lawmakers: Google Dodging Details on Privacy Issues
Google's efforts to assuage concerns in Washington over proposed changes to its privacy policy don't seem to be going well at all.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
They Know You're Reading This
Who's watching you? Commentator Dave Pell says just about everyone ? at least if, by everyone, you mean businesses looking to sell you something. Should you be worried?
Dork Tower Friday
Read all the Dork Towers that have run on GeekDad. Find the Dork Tower webcomic archives, DT printed collections, more cool comics, awesome games and a whole lot more at the Dork Tower Website.
easton corbin white house correspo... beatification of joh...
Friday, February 10, 2012
Are Google?s Wallet Dreams in Danger?
Two recent Google Wallet hacks have brought the long-term viability of the platform into question.
Discovering The Mysteries Of Rice Krispyhenge
A gummy bearskin rug, you say? Graphic designer Brock Davis plays with food, but not like the rest of us.
The detailed rundown on how the LA Galaxy have built a juggernaut
The LA Galaxy just completed one of the best seasons in MLS history, if not the best, and they may be even better in 2012 after enjoying an outstanding off-season that has many scratching their heads at just how they've been able to do it. If you have been wondering just how the Galaxy have constructed what looks like an unstoppable MLS roster, read my Fox Soccer column detailing just how the Galaxy have done it. It will offer you plenty of details into the real breakdown, and no, it's not based on conspiracy theories or preferential MLS treatment. Give...
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Push Comes to Shove: German Injunction Targets Apple's iCloud Email Alerts
Motorola wins an injunction against iCloud in Germany, using what Apple describes as "an old pager patent."
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Villanova hopes more dorms ease community friction
Villanova University has launched a $200-million-plus building project that will transform two parking lots on Lancaster Avenue into a Gothic "gateway" to campus and include two residence halls, a parking garage, and a performing-arts center.
Spectacular High-Res Image of Earth: The Other Side
Last week, NASA released its 2012 version of the famous "Blue Marble" image. By using a planet-pointing satellite, Suomi NPP, the space agency created an extremely high resolution photograph of our watery world.
2011 Fukushima Earthquake Visualization
YouTube user StoryMonoroch has posted a computer-generated video that displays seismic activity near Japan around March 3, 2011– the time-frame of the devastating earthquake and resulting tsunamis. The data rendering once again conveys the scale of this event, though this time from a geologic point of view. The video starts slowly in order to give [...]
Monday, February 6, 2012
The 'Morning After' Pill: How It Works And Who Uses It
Access to emergency contraception has swirled at the center of a recent flurry of debate over insurance coverage. The most popular brand, Plan B, is a pill women can take if their birth control fails or they forget to use it. Today, about 10 percent of sexually active women say they've used Plan B.
How NASA Makes Those Incredible High-Res Images of Earth
In recent weeks, a pair of high-resolution images of the Earth has captivated the Internet. Taken by the Suomi NPP satellite, these pictures portray our planet's incredible beauty with a whopping 8,000 by 8,000 pixel and 11,500 by 11,500 pixel detail.
How Do I Protect My Toys From My Kid?
“It’s a toy.” She repeated her answer three times, each time accentuating the word toy. It’s the same tone and technique she uses on the kid for the words “milk” “bedtime” and “poopies.” “It’s a collector’s item,” I explained. “His ‘Little People? train set is a toy. The television remote is, now, a toy. This [...]
Standing In Defense Of Diet Coke
Living abroad helped me to see just how obsessed we are in the U.S. about giving each other tips about what not to put in our mouths.
GeekDad Puzzle of the Week Answer: Stair Wars
It’s cold enough that rather than arks, people in greater Denver are building imperial snow walkers this weekend — which means another two days next week spent huffing the off-gassing fluorescent bulbs in the stairwell of the University of Colorado Cancer Center. How many people will I meet as I “run?” Well, that was this [...]
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Geeking Out With the Disney Dream, Part 3: The Animator?s Palate Restaurant
Last summer, before my husband and I had booked our cruise, I had received some recent gouge on taking Disney cruises from a couple of Air Force family friends. One of the families’ favorite parts of the cruise was their dinner experience at the Animator’s Palate restaurant. But first, a little background on the Disney [...]
Weekly Standard: Courting Disaster In Afghanistan
Progress in Afghanistan has been mixed. Frederick W. Kagan and Kimberly Kagan of The Weekly Standard argue that decisions about reducing U.S. forces in Afghanistan should not be made until 2013.
white house correspo... beatification of joh... green card lottery
YouTube's Salar Kamangar on Building a Video Channel Ecosystem
The strategy is to deliver and enhance a selection of niche channels.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Lindsays neighbors are glad to be rid of her
Lindsay Lohan was on twitter yesterday, confirming that she’s moved out of her condo on Venice Beach, and doing it with her trademark sense of delusion.
“419 Venice way is on the market!! Anyone looking in Venice should see it ASAP because offers are coming in :)”
God only knows why she’s acting like she’s [...]
“419 Venice way is on the market!! Anyone looking in Venice should see it ASAP because offers are coming in :)”
God only knows why she’s acting like she’s [...]
Setting Up a Virtual Phone System With a Little Help From Some Friends
Twilio's cloud-based communications platform allows anyone with rudimentary Web-development knowledge to build a voice and SMS text application. An API, client, and various XML and other helper code is available that lets you build in PHP, C# and more. Applications can include transcription, conferencing, voice calls confirming orders, appointment reminders, customer support and so on.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Things Fell Apart: Tony Judt's 'Twentieth Century'
The late British-American writer blends personal and political history in this brilliant final take on a century rife with ideological clashes.
Viacom CEO Philippe Dauman on YouTube, SOPA and Breaking the Cable Bundle (Video)
"We're not a cable network, we're a media network, and we're agnostic about where our content appears," says Viacommander Dauman.
Tablet Sales Will Increase Fivefold Over Next Five Years
Worldwide tablet sales will quintuple over the next five years. This according to NPD DisplaySearch, which sees sales of tablets surging from 72.7 million in 2011 to 383.3 million in 2017. A remarkable spike, if it proves true -- even more so because of what's driving it: Emerging markets, which are expected to generate up to 46 percent of worldwide shipments by 2017.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Don Cornelius' Ex-Wife Viktoria Chapman Cornelius Scores Huge Life Insurance Payout
Don Cornelius died with 2 life insurance policies worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, and the ex-wife he hated will get all the money ... TMZ has learned.Don's breakup with Viktoria Chapman Cornelius was brutal. He was convicted of domestic…
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Mark Zuckerberg?s Letter to Investors: ?The Hacker Way?
"Facebook was not originally created to be a company. It was built to accomplish a social mission ? to make the world more open and connected."
Speed Limits on the Evolution of Enormousness
If you've ever wondered whether mammalian evolution has a speed limit, here's a number for you: 24 million generations.
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