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Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:22:00 -0800 nook shipping early 9 days early http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/nook-shipping-early-9-days-early http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/nook-shipping-early-9-days-early

I just got a email saying that my nook shipped today.  This is 9 days early.  I might have it before the weekend is over.

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Sat, 23 Jan 2010 11:36:35 -0800 Like I thought NBC would solve it's problem with Conan by cutting a big check. http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/like-i-thought-nbc-would-solve-its-problem-wi http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/like-i-thought-nbc-would-solve-its-problem-wi I thought NBC would pay Conan to go away and let Leno take over the Tonight Show again.  I did not think that Conan would let the Tonight Show get pushed back 30 minutes and stay on as if nothing happened. NBC has too much invested in Leno to let him be the one let go.  Now the big question does Leno regain his late night audience or is small shadow of it's former self?  Does Conan go to one of the other networks for a late night show?  I think he might choose to go to a cable network.  Does Letterman and Ferguson at CBS come out the big winners?  Or could ABC create the one two show punch after nightline or move nightline to after Kimmel and Conan?

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Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:27:53 -0800 I just ordered a nook from Barnes & Noble http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/i-just-ordered-a-nook-from-barnes-and-noble http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/i-just-ordered-a-nook-from-barnes-and-noble I just ordered a nook from Barnes and Noble.  It should be here soon.  I now need to pick out a cover for it.  What book should I order first for it?

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Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:23:49 -0800 Got Windows 7 running but trouble with monitor resolution http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/got-windows-7-running-but-trouble-with-monito http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/got-windows-7-running-but-trouble-with-monito I got windows 7 up and running but the monitor resolution won't go to the full 1920 x 1080 without stretching past the sides.  I have set it to 1680 x 1050 and this fits with the taskbar being fully visible.

I will need to find out why the acer monitor which is recognized does not go up to the full resolution.

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Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:49:00 -0800 Bought new computer from Staples http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/bought-new-computer-from-staples http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/bought-new-computer-from-staples

I got the $299 compaq desktop that is on sale at Staples this week.  I now have a windows 7 computer.  It will replace my 4 year old desktop celeron.  I now have a dual core desktop.  I think this will help with video transcoding.  I am thinking about doing some stuff for youtube and a couple of websites I am starting.  Part of my new year's resolutions were to blog more regularly and start a podcast.

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Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:56:00 -0800 Looks like Apple will answer our questions next week http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/looks-like-apple-will-answer-our-questions-ne http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/looks-like-apple-will-answer-our-questions-ne

It looks like whatever Apple has been cooking up will be revealed next week.  Will they call it a tablet or give it a new name?  What will the need be that they say the tablet will answer.
I think we will get a peek at least at iPhone OS 4, if not released because the new device requires it.  I am thinking of getting a new phone I guess I need to wait until next Wednesday.
Latest rumors put the tablet's price at $1000 does this mean the macbook goes away.  I thought it would come in between the top of the line touch and the mackbook which would be $700.

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Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:45:54 -0800 Mic working on HP mini running Jolicloud http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/mic-working-on-hp-mini-running-jolicloud http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/mic-working-on-hp-mini-running-jolicloud I guess the last update for Jolicloud sorta fixed the mic issue I was having.  This is on an HP mini 1000. I just have to set the input source to Line In once I start up.  This is done from volume control ==> options, then properties if it is not shown. I now have to see if a bluetooth headset works.

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Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:46:06 -0800 Iphone upgrade eligible in June http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/iphone-upgrade-eligible-in-june http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/iphone-upgrade-eligible-in-june It looks like I will eligible for an iphone upgrade just in time for the new iphone that comes out every year.  With video coming to the Palm Pre
that is starting to look interesting especially with the everything data plans.  Some of the Android phones look interesting also.  So many choices?

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Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:45:48 -0800 I played with Google Wave today. http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/i-played-with-google-wave-today http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/i-played-with-google-wave-today We tested out Google Wave at Broadway Brewery tonight. It seems like a virtual whiteboard.
Otherwise wondering about the use for it.

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Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:51:49 -0800 Signed up for Tripit and it looks nice http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/signed-up-for-tripit-and-it-looks-nice http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/signed-up-for-tripit-and-it-looks-nice I signed up for tripit.com and it looks like it will be a big help.  It keeps track of all your confirmations in one place for your trip itinerary.

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Thu, 07 Jan 2010 18:36:00 -0800 Next Big Thing on Cnet Live interesting. http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/next-big-thing-on-cnet-live-interesting http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/next-big-thing-on-cnet-live-interesting

IP TV  is great but I think all providers see it as a value add.  They don't want to exchange any current revenue for the iptv replacement revenue, they want to get it on top of your current bill.
The first to be a winner with it will be the one that sees it as a more efficient distribution method of what you receive now.  If they don't broadcast all possible channels but just the ones you are watching, that leaves
extra room in the pipe for faster and bigger ideas in each direction.

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Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:41:46 -0800 Boxee on Jolicloud HP mini http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/boxee-on-jolicloud-hp-mini http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/boxee-on-jolicloud-hp-mini I installed boxee on my HP mini running Jolicloud.  I like its internet streaming ability might have to add it to my full size laptop.  That way I could watch on the big screen tv.  Jolicloud is making the netbook feel zippier.

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Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:02:00 -0800 Installed Jolicloud on Netbook http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/installed-jolicloud-on-netbook http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/installed-jolicloud-on-netbook

I wiped windows xp off my hp mini 1000 and installed Jolicloud as the only operating system.  It seems to be a good fit it is very snappy and responsive.  I like that it was no muss no fuss to setup with everything just working.  It took like 15 minutes to install that was from boot to install to running the operating system.  It takes like 30 seconds to boot from touching the power switch.

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Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:01:10 -0800 Now autoposting Posterous Posts to My Wordpress Blog http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/now-autoposting-posterous-posts-to-my-wordpre http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/now-autoposting-posterous-posts-to-my-wordpre I have decided to have posterous autopost to myblogat.wordpress.com.
I might move this around depending on the subject.  If it is Tiger related I might start sending it to blogspot.

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Sun, 03 Jan 2010 19:01:30 -0800 Trying Jolicloud on netbook http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/trying-jolicloud-on-netbook http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/trying-jolicloud-on-netbook I used Unetbookin to install Jolicloud on my netbook, HP mini 1000.  It seems to be fast and responsive.  The media codecs are installed automatically.  Wireless works out of the box which is good.  I might have to go for a full install.  It seems to be a good match for an on the go machine, easy to keep up to date and runs quick on the hardware.  Have to see about using skydrive as a place to upload files for safekeeping while on the go.

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Sat, 02 Jan 2010 15:13:26 -0800 Downloading Ubuntu Netbook Remix for HP Mini http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/downloading-ubuntu-netbook-remix-for-hp-mini http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/downloading-ubuntu-netbook-remix-for-hp-mini I am downloading Unetbootin and Ubuntu Netbook Remix for the HP Mini.  Hope to get it working with wireless tonight.  It will be the first time I have used linux as the only OS on a computer.  I hope it helps speed up the netbook.  You know keep it light and quick for on the go use.  I needed something to do on a cold day. It is an HP Mini 1116NR with 16gb SSD.

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Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:00:00 -0700 Coley's : Brian serving the public http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/tag-coleys-0 http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/tag-coleys-0

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Brian on the job.

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Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:40:00 -0700 Pics from Winter Vacation 2009 http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/multimedia-message-411 http://topgeardogusa.posterous.com/multimedia-message-411

Bourbon St

New Orleans 2009

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