Archive for July, 2008

Cuil Can’t Compete With Google

Just published at Forbes.com:
A couple of Google expats think they have what it takes to win over Internet users. But I wouldn’t sell your shares of Google just yet. Their search engine, called “Cuil” (and annoyingly pronounced “cool”), launches today. Its founders include…
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Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Friday Gallimaufry: Webisode Weekend

Just published at Forbes.com:
Guess what? it’s another gallimaufry. • Dr. Horrible • Captain Blasto • Buy a Rex • Earth’s cries in space • Inside the LEGO factory • Awesome Mega Man shirts • A look back at War Games • Why aren’t…
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Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Zune Tattoo Guy "Done" With Zune

Just published at Forbes.com:
You know when Microsoft can’t even keep its most insane fanboys excited about the Zune, the product is in deep trouble. clipped from blog.wired.com Mszunefan, the Microsoft Zune fanatic who had three Zune tattoos emblazoned around his shoulders, has decided…
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Tuesday, July 29th, 2008

Paper Or Plastic?

Just published at Forbes.com:
Our environmental problems are the result of billions of individual decisions, and making the right choice isn’t always obvious.
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Friday, July 25th, 2008

Paper Or Plastic?

Just published at Forbes.com:
Our global environmental problems are the net result of billions of individual decisions, and the right choice isn’t always obvious. Should you use a paper bag or a plastic one? Be buried or cremated? Buy an apartment in the city,…
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Friday, July 25th, 2008

New York State Passes Video Game Label Law

Just published at Forbes.com:
The governor of New York has signed a bill that singles out video games and unfairly restricts both developers’ free speech and consumer’s access to an important form of media. Senate Bill 6401 will require all video games sold in…
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Friday, July 25th, 2008

Super Mario Kart Wedding Cake

Just published at Forbes.com:
Flickr user M.A.L. has posted pictures of a ridiculously awesome Mario-themed wedding cake — click through the picture to see the full set. Then take a look at the Mii table centerpieces. Too cool.
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Friday, July 25th, 2008

No Babel Fish Yet

Just published at Forbes.com:
This photo of a sign in China demonstrates why you should never rely on machine translation for anything important. drno.de via seriouseats
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Monday, July 21st, 2008

Feist Goes To Sesame Street

Just published at Forbes.com:
Musician Feist (perhaps best known for this iPod commercial) appears in a recent episode of Sesame Street to celebrate the number four.
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Monday, July 21st, 2008

Beer Monday: Iron Hill Ring Of Fire Porter

Just published at Forbes.com:
I almost lost an eye sampling this beer. Was it worth permanently impairing my vision? No. But I’d be happy to try Iron Hill Brewery’s Ring of Fire another time — as long as I can wear a hockey mask…
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Tuesday, July 15th, 2008