Five blog-years or so after this tree hug began, amidst an increasingly dark political backdrop, the gush of digital media had become almost paralyzing. And so, while Botox-laced pundits spoke over videos of angry-faces, I made my Wilderness Escape to a place where only Chickadees “tweeted” and where “roaming” means hiking. ” Good to go while the going is still good ” I thought – reminiscing about the dread-filled Cold War years of my childhood…. Read the full story on TreeHugger
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We know you’ve got questions, and if you’re brave enough to ask the world for answers, here’s the outlet to do so. This week’s Ask Engadget question is coming to us from Brandon, who is fairly interested in ditching his cable subscription. If you’re looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com . “Hey Engadget readership. I’ve been paying way too much for channels I never watch for way too long. I’m about ready to seriously consider my options for ditching cable. Problem is, I’ve got too many alternatives. Google TV, Apple TV and Roku stick out, but I’ve also heard of using a new Mac Mini along with Boxee. Given that I have a Netflix subscription to loop in, which of these would be my most satisfying option? Or is there another I’m not considering? Thanks for the assistance.” We feel your pain. Loads of options, and not really one set-top that does it all. ‘Course, you could always whip up an HTPC to really cover your bases, but we’re sure you’ll get some fine input either way in comments below. Ask Engadget: Google TV, Apple TV, Roku, or something else? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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With just days to go before the elections, airwaves across the nation are saturated with campaign ads. But a shocking number of those ads weren’t commissioned by the candidates themselves or the parties they represent. (Oct. 28)
Continue reading …Verizon’s tiered data plans go live, including $30 for a smartphone buffet or $15 for 150MB
October 29, 2010 No CommentIt’s October 28th, and Verizon’s full suite of data plans have changed just as foretold — if you want to save a few bucks, you can revise your megabyte-munching lifestyle right now. There’s no need to fear for unlimited 3G smartphone data, as it’s still available for the usual $29.99, but that plan’s no longer required when buying a new Droid, as you can opt for a new $14.99 plan if you can bare to live with just 150 megabytes. We’ll spare you the full breakdown on mobile broadband plans — as you can find it at our original post right here — rght down to that promotional 3GB MiFi and Fivespot plan for $35 a month. [Thanks, Cody W.] Verizon’s tiered data plans go live, including $30 for a smartphone buffet or $15 for 150MB originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Whistles, catcalls and lewd come-ons from strangers are all too familiar to New York City women, who say they are harassed multiple times a day as they walk down the street. Now lawmakers are examining whether to do something to discourage it. (Oct. 28)
Continue reading …Sunflex Snakebyte Premium Remote XL+ does integrated MotionPlus, third-party style
October 29, 2010 No CommentIt looks as if we’ve located the proverbial “ugly stick”: behold the Snakebyte Premium Remote XL+ Wii controller. It’s not the first third-party Wiimote to have built-in MotionPlus, in fact, Nyko beat Nintendo’s own upcoming Wii Remote Plus to market with the Wand+ . Still, the Sunflex’s Premium Remote XL+ has a certain lack of stylistic direction that may surpass even the drab gray Wand+ for the title of “ugliest Wiimote.” The Snakebyte, which includes USB-rechargeable batteries in addition to its traditional duties, is out now for $35, $5 under Nintendo’s pricetag. Sunflex Snakebyte Premium Remote XL+ does integrated MotionPlus, third-party style originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Oct 2010 21:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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AP Pro Football Writer Barry Wilner previews four top games in the NFL this week, including the meeting of the Jets and Packers. The Steelers take on the Saints. The 49ers and Broncos get together in London, England. (Oct. 28)
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Tests performed before the deadly BP oil well blowout in the Gulf of Mexico should have raised doubts about the cement used to seal the well, investigators with Barack Obama’s oil spill commission have said. It is the first finding from the commission looking into the causes of the April 20 explosion that killed 11 workers and led to the largest offshore oil spill in US history. And it appears to conflict with statements made by cementing contractor Halliburton, which has said its tests showed the cement mix was stable. The company has instead blamed BP’s well design and operations for the disaster. The cement mix’s failure to prevent oil and gas from entering the well has been identified by…
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