Buzz was that Microsoft’s last three ads changed the effectiveness of Apple’s “I’m a PC/I’m a Mac” ads. To recap: the first Seinfeld/Gates “Churro” ad left the techies wondering WTF and the general public wondering when Gates and Seinfeld’s new sitcom was going to be airing. The general public got their wish with the second [...]
If You Don’t Vote You’re a Moron & Don’t Listen to the Fearmongers
October 1, 2008 By Leave a Comment
First, a few words from one concerned citizen about how the media is handling the upcoming election: A few weeks ago my oldest sister forwarded a Republican slanted presidential candidate comparison chart to the whole family. I glanced at it and immediately recognized the fearmongering and misrepresentation of the facts geared toward fear. My brother [...]
Microsoft: If You Have To Spend Time & Money Saying, “I’m Cool Too,” Then You Aren’t
September 27, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Leo Laporte predicted that the next Gates/Seinfeld commercial would be about them moving in together…
source: http://www.techcrunch.com/2008/09/12/bill-gatesjerry-seinfeld-commercial-2-i-remain-confused/
Now the Campaign Really Begins
September 9, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Try JibJab Sendables® eCards today! I love political cartoons. I have a book of cartoons from from famed LA Times political cartoonist Paul Conrad. The Jib-Jab team takes it to a new level (I especially like the good-looking voter at the end of the video). Following the Republican convention my brother sent me a COMMENTS [...]
Microsoft Says “Let Them Eat Cake”
September 4, 2008 By 4 Comments
Microsoft proves that even if you spend $300 million, you can’t make viewers think that Microsoft is cool, no matter how much Bill Gates wiggles his butt. It’s one-whole minute of scripted “banter” about Conquistador shoes before the 10-million dollar man, Jerry Sienfeld, asks Gates, “I imagine over the years you’ve mind-melded your magnum Jupiter [...]
And the Last Shall Be First – True Olympic Moments
August 14, 2008 By Leave a Comment
“Watching lady’s volleyball: USA vs. Japan. tied up, 1 match each. Gonna be tough getting anything done the next couple weeks. ack.” jbb via Twitter 10:53 AM August 09, 2008 As impressive as the Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremonies were on Friday and the amazing performances that I got a chance to catch over the weekend, [...]
The Hidden Cost of Two Rooms
July 15, 2008 By Leave a Comment
I’ve lived in studio apartments most of my adult life. And except for one girlfriend who equated such a small place with a “low earning potential,” my studios have served me well. I was very comfortable living in such a utilitarian manner. I’m sure there was some part of this that was a nostalgic throw-back [...]
KTLA Report Owned for Stupid Question During iPhone Coverage
July 14, 2008 By 1 Comment
It’s probably not a good sign when a reporter starts his report on “iPhone Mania” by saying that he doesn’t understand why these people are lining up for a phone. “It’s just a phone,” he whines just before approaching the first “subject.” Credit to the guy in line for calling the KTLA Reporter, Eric Spillman, [...]
X-Box Media Center on Mac Boxes
May 18, 2008 By Leave a Comment
An Unexpected Sunday Watching the Oscars w/ Friends
February 25, 2008 By Leave a Comment
The lesson here, and believe me, I’m not one who tries to reduce everything that happens to a lesson… but the lesson here seems to be that when one opens oneself to a new world of possibilities some very unexpected things tend to happen. So Sunday morning I woke up and set about to finish [...]
