Investigators from a narcotics task force were caught playing a Nintendo Wii during a bust.
The officers were caught with a motion-sensitive camera in the home playing the system during a raid on a residence tied with convicted drug dealer Michael DiFalco, who was already in custody at the time.
Sheriff Grady Judd told Associated Press on Tuesday that "the incident is being reviewed and disciplinary action will be taken if neccessary."
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
iPhone 3GS users having battery trouble
iPhone 3GS users who purchased the latest update, version 3.1, have experienced a substantial battery issue.
Apple has started taking measures to fixing this issue by calling individuals who have the problem and asking 11 battery-specific questions. They are also releasing a non-apple branded battery tracker that takes information from the iPhone's and transfers it to iTunes where Apple can take a look at it.
Apple has started taking measures to fixing this issue by calling individuals who have the problem and asking 11 battery-specific questions. They are also releasing a non-apple branded battery tracker that takes information from the iPhone's and transfers it to iTunes where Apple can take a look at it.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Scribblenauts Review: Words can solve anything
A young girl is standing beside her home, crying. You see her and you look up and see a poor, defenseless kitty stuck on the roof of the building. You must find a way to reunite the two. You type in “wings” and a pair of white, feathery wings appear and you equip them, fly up to the roof, grab the cute kitten and bring it to the little girl. Along with praise you obtain a Starite. That is just one out of more than 200 puzzles you must solve in Scribblenauts, 5thCell’s newly released Nintendo DS title.
The game puts you in the role of Maxwell. You help people using a special notepad. The note pad allows anything you input into it, such as “dragon” or “pie” to come to life. This ingenious idea won 5thCell, the developers, an award for most original game out of E3’09.
There are over 200 levels for players to use their vocabulary and imagination to solve puzzles. There are two game modes. One has you finding ways to reveal the magical starites which are in each level of the game. The second mode already has the starite shown, the player just has to find a way to obtain it.
There are many scenarios to choose from that include helping a fireman and police officer find the tools they need to get their jobs done or as simple as helping a man find some nourishment in the hot desert. But creativity is the key to finding solutions to these problems. Instead of just creating a bottle of water for the thirsty man, you can give him a glass of juice, create a “fire
hydrant” and a “hose” and blast him with refreshing boosts of water or you can even create a “sea” and drop it near him for a longer lasting, refreshing place to relax. There are any different ways to help the people in the Scribblenaut’s world, you just have to use the power of words.
The art design is built with adorableness in mind. The characters are built in this sort of makeshift cardboard, paper and nail mixture with bright colors and wonderful music that make it appealing to all ages.
You can buy extras, like skins for Maxwell and extra music for the game, at the Ollar Store. There, you spend the points you receive after completing a puzzle. There are other features such as the level editor. Players can create their own worlds and share them through a Wi-Fi connection with other Scribblenaut players.
Scribblenauts does have the thumbs up for creativity and originality, but the controls are lacking any of that. You use the bottom screen to interact with the world, things you create and move Maxwell all at the same time. It can get very frustrating when you’re trying to move Maxwell to a basket and place a flower in it for a woman while at the same time trying to battle a bee. Sometimes, Maxwell does not want to go where you want him to or do the things the game wants you to do because the controls are so cracked, it can get frustrating at times.
Scribblenauts is a creative skid mark on the road of originality that won’t go away for a while. The game is so packed with hours upon hours of game play that it will be almost impossible to mix every single creation in the game with each other in one life time. The only downside to it is the controls, which are a little clunky, but that still won’t take the fun-factor away from anyone who manages to grab this at their local game store. If you’re looking for a fun, original game that will suck hours of your life away from you, let it be Scribblenauts.
The game puts you in the role of Maxwell. You help people using a special notepad. The note pad allows anything you input into it, such as “dragon” or “pie” to come to life. This ingenious idea won 5thCell, the developers, an award for most original game out of E3’09.
There are over 200 levels for players to use their vocabulary and imagination to solve puzzles. There are two game modes. One has you finding ways to reveal the magical starites which are in each level of the game. The second mode already has the starite shown, the player just has to find a way to obtain it.
There are many scenarios to choose from that include helping a fireman and police officer find the tools they need to get their jobs done or as simple as helping a man find some nourishment in the hot desert. But creativity is the key to finding solutions to these problems. Instead of just creating a bottle of water for the thirsty man, you can give him a glass of juice, create a “fire
hydrant” and a “hose” and blast him with refreshing boosts of water or you can even create a “sea” and drop it near him for a longer lasting, refreshing place to relax. There are any different ways to help the people in the Scribblenaut’s world, you just have to use the power of words.
The art design is built with adorableness in mind. The characters are built in this sort of makeshift cardboard, paper and nail mixture with bright colors and wonderful music that make it appealing to all ages.
You can buy extras, like skins for Maxwell and extra music for the game, at the Ollar Store. There, you spend the points you receive after completing a puzzle. There are other features such as the level editor. Players can create their own worlds and share them through a Wi-Fi connection with other Scribblenaut players.
Scribblenauts does have the thumbs up for creativity and originality, but the controls are lacking any of that. You use the bottom screen to interact with the world, things you create and move Maxwell all at the same time. It can get very frustrating when you’re trying to move Maxwell to a basket and place a flower in it for a woman while at the same time trying to battle a bee. Sometimes, Maxwell does not want to go where you want him to or do the things the game wants you to do because the controls are so cracked, it can get frustrating at times.
Scribblenauts is a creative skid mark on the road of originality that won’t go away for a while. The game is so packed with hours upon hours of game play that it will be almost impossible to mix every single creation in the game with each other in one life time. The only downside to it is the controls, which are a little clunky, but that still won’t take the fun-factor away from anyone who manages to grab this at their local game store. If you’re looking for a fun, original game that will suck hours of your life away from you, let it be Scribblenauts.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Zune HD games will be free, but not commercial free.
Micrsoft has released a handfull of free video games on its Zune HD, but before you get to play them your going to see an ad.
These ads may last for 30 seconds or so. Microsoft will also be releasing silverlight-powered ads on Xbox Live too.
All these ads in the works. Hopefully, they stay before the game starts instead of in-game.
These ads may last for 30 seconds or so. Microsoft will also be releasing silverlight-powered ads on Xbox Live too.
All these ads in the works. Hopefully, they stay before the game starts instead of in-game.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
New Keyboard for iPhone looks like a waste of $30
iTwinge, a new holster for the iPhone uses battery power from the device in order to use the tangible keyboard in order to make typing easier. According to Gizmodo, the keyboard doesn't just fail as a keyboard, it also makes the iPhone a repulsive looking piece of work. Chip Chick and Engadget also took a gander at the accessory and there is one thing good about the device. It may cause errors to decrease substantially.
Would you iPhone users consider buying this for all your typing, error-less needs?
Would you iPhone users consider buying this for all your typing, error-less needs?
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
I'm seeing a new iPod in my future
Apple has released some brand new features in their iPods and I'm just so tempted to grab a new one.
I currently own an iPod Tocuh 1st generation. It has lasted with me for about 2-3 years, but I believe it is time for a change, and Apple has made it very easy for me to make a decisoin.
Apple has recently released their fifth genteration of iPods which include the iPod Touch and Ipod Nano.
The New iPod Touch has some new features like the new Genius menu in the app store, which creates a list of reccomended apps based on what the individual has downloaded previously. There are also some performance and graphic upgrades in the new 32GB and 64 GB versions of the Touch.
The new Nano has some generous features itself which include the addition of a video camera on the back, an FM radio tuner which has a feature that allows users to pause live radio for future listening without missing a song and a slightly larger screen. The addition of a radio tuner and video camera make it a competitor in a brand new market and a better value in the eyes of consumers.
I may just scrounge up the funds for a Nano sometime this month, hopefully.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Skype may still have some apps left in the bag
A few days ago, it was announced that Skype will no longer be supporting apps for the online communications service. But there are still some applicaitons that won't entirly be kicking the bucket.
The applications Pamela, an app that allows users to record conversations over Skype, and PamFax, another application that allows a Skype user to fax another Skype user, will still be up and running. These add-ons will be finding some way to support themselves and still be able to work with Skype some time in the near future.
Skype's apps are going to dissapear, but be sure that there are people out there who are working hard for you to have some of those apps around.
The applications Pamela, an app that allows users to record conversations over Skype, and PamFax, another application that allows a Skype user to fax another Skype user, will still be up and running. These add-ons will be finding some way to support themselves and still be able to work with Skype some time in the near future.
Skype's apps are going to dissapear, but be sure that there are people out there who are working hard for you to have some of those apps around.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Don’t be too weary, Microsoft Word users
Microsoft word is in danger of being taken off the shelves for a couple of months, but not until later in the month.
The Microsoft corp. was able to stall the injunction place on it by i4i, a company built on design and development of future technologies and holder of the XML patent that Microsoft uses.
A district court in Texas placed the injunction on Microsoft, which ordered that it pull Word, a document creating software, off the shelves because it was violating the XML patent.
With the stay placed on the injunction, Microsoft has until Sept. 23 to find a solution to this problem which can damage not only the company, but the consumers who use Microsoft Word on a daily basis.
The Microsoft corp. was able to stall the injunction place on it by i4i, a company built on design and development of future technologies and holder of the XML patent that Microsoft uses.
A district court in Texas placed the injunction on Microsoft, which ordered that it pull Word, a document creating software, off the shelves because it was violating the XML patent.
With the stay placed on the injunction, Microsoft has until Sept. 23 to find a solution to this problem which can damage not only the company, but the consumers who use Microsoft Word on a daily basis.
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Social Networking sites: is it a mindless tool for people to “keep in touch” and comment on pictures or a great resource?
People use different ways to communicate with other people around the world. Some people send letters while others use telephones. The internet, as well, is a growing player in the world of social networking.
There a number of different sites people can use to stay connected with one another such as Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and FriendFeed. These sites have become more than just a way to talk with one’s friend about how their day was and the current gossip, they can also be used for education.
Education does not just have to deal with teachers talking non-stop or text books with 12 point font. Social Networking sites have become more purposeful by creating applications which can help students, from all ages, organize, learn and advance.
Applications have been used for many things, like quizzing others, wasting time and educating while making it fun and interactive. There are applications like Notely, an application on Facebook that allows students to schedule events, create lists for organizing tests, exams and even homework. Another application, Courses, allows users to post schedules for classes. It also allows students to create message boards where they can discuss issues and topics brought up in class, it even includes video chat.
Amanda Trujillo, an archeology major of the 2013 class of Potsdam University, believes that social networking sites are just a great way for her and friends to communicate with each other over the internet. Asia Hancock, an avid user of social networking sites, states that they are just used to “communicate, meet new people” and relieve people like herself from boredom.
People of all ages use social networking sites to keep in touch and stay connected with the world around them, but it is becoming something of a way to educate students, keep them organized and help them succeed. Social networking is not just a communicator, it is also an educator.
There a number of different sites people can use to stay connected with one another such as Facebook, Twitter, MySpace and FriendFeed. These sites have become more than just a way to talk with one’s friend about how their day was and the current gossip, they can also be used for education.
Education does not just have to deal with teachers talking non-stop or text books with 12 point font. Social Networking sites have become more purposeful by creating applications which can help students, from all ages, organize, learn and advance.
Applications have been used for many things, like quizzing others, wasting time and educating while making it fun and interactive. There are applications like Notely, an application on Facebook that allows students to schedule events, create lists for organizing tests, exams and even homework. Another application, Courses, allows users to post schedules for classes. It also allows students to create message boards where they can discuss issues and topics brought up in class, it even includes video chat.
Amanda Trujillo, an archeology major of the 2013 class of Potsdam University, believes that social networking sites are just a great way for her and friends to communicate with each other over the internet. Asia Hancock, an avid user of social networking sites, states that they are just used to “communicate, meet new people” and relieve people like herself from boredom.
People of all ages use social networking sites to keep in touch and stay connected with the world around them, but it is becoming something of a way to educate students, keep them organized and help them succeed. Social networking is not just a communicator, it is also an educator.
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