21
Mar
It appears that the Casio CTK-710 keyboards have been recalled. All 12,000 pose a fire danger after 5 reported cases of overheating, and two cases that lead to an all out fire. Frankly the only part of this story that didn’t surprise me was that Wal-Mart and Best Buy were the only two retailers mentioned specifically. But then I was like, who looking for a serious 61-key keyboard would be shopping at Wally World? Maybe they deserved to burn, or maybe it was the intentions of the Chinese Government to manufacture a faulty keyboard.
In related news, approximately 12,000 kids were seen playing outside after disappearing since January. When asked about the calluses seen on their fingers the kids began weeping. At least one case of a child being scared to death of rulers anywhere her hands, she was quoted as muttering “b-flat, from the top again” over and over again.
-Nic
Posted in Misc. | No Comments » Posted by: Nic
21
Mar
I saw this story a few weeks ago and dismissed it as fan boy rumors that would never come true. Well looks like certain cities have already started to get their own R2-D2’s. What’s apparently of more interest is that these boxes are located on the streets, not just tucked inside the post office. Now the reason for this is to “celebrate” the 30th anniversary of the Star Wars franchise. Why the hell the post office feels the need to celebrate every damn thing in this country is beyond me. I’m going out on a limb and going to say that 99.9% of the American public would agree that this move is beyond even them. Fan boys feel free to comment below. I wonder if you can substitute “the force” instead of proper postage?
-Nic
Posted in Government, Gaming, Movies | No Comments » Posted by: Nic
03
Mar
The self proclaimed worlds “first-and best” portable microwave, the WaveBox gives you the ability to zap anything on the run. Rather it be hot pockets or pizza rolls. The microwave plugs into your cig lighter/ a DC battery/ AC power supply whatever pleases you. The real up side to all those options, no bulky inverters to worry about. The box comes with long DC cords so you can tailgate with ease from the umm…tailgate of your car. Of course due to the high demand this bad boy is back ordered until late March/early April. I think the most notable part is the trademark on the phrase “Heat It Up.”
Posted in Gadgets | 1 Comment » Posted by: Nic
02
Mar
Guy - Played by Tinokaltsas.com
TiVo - Played by Sara with Tivo customer service.
ACT I
Guy: Oh TiVo how I love you so
TiVo: I love you too, and it’s only costing you $12.95 a month.
Guy: Yea, about that. Umm, it’s just not worth it anymore. I’m sorry.
TiVo: Umm, well do you have an iPod Video?
Guy: Yes, I do. Why?
TiVo: Well you know you can watch me on your iPod Video while you’re on the go.
Guy: No I can’t because of your shitty DRM. I can’t do anything with those files.
TiVo: Well you could download something to convert the files couldn’t you. *batts eyelashes*
Guy: Ummm *gulp* Wouldn’t that be illegal and a violation of your Service Agreement?
TiVo: Come on baby, do it for me. I want you in my life, its only about the price of a cup of coffee a day.
That’s basically how things went down. Check out tinokaltsas.com for more info. TiVo customer service just trying their best to convince you to screw them over on the DRM so long as you keep paying them for their service. Just shows you how pointless DRM really is. Why the hell shouldn’t you be able to watch stuff off the TV on your iPod. The whole thing just makes you sick! Welcome to CrzyLand.
-Nic
Posted in Piracy, Security, Government, TiVo/DVR | No Comments » Posted by: Nic
