Infotainment Empire

Gene Therapy/HIV Treatments

2014-12-29T08:34:00.002-06:00

A buddy of mine asked a favor of me to share a couple papers he wrote regarding #genetherapy and #HIV #treatments. They are behind a paywall but here is a brief description of what he is writing about:

The authors believe that gene therapies should be made affordable, that development of gene therapy applications already funded by public funds should be licensed to manufacturers at a reasonable price and that less cost-intensive manufacturing technologies should be developed. Gene therapies should also be accessible to patients in developing nations.

Read more at: http://www.nature.com/nbt/journal/v32/n12/full/nbt.3084.html

During the past decade, successful gene therapies for During the past decade, immunodeficiencies were finally brought to the clinic. This was accomplished through new gene therapy vectors and improved procedures for genetic modification of autologous hematopoietic stem cells. For HIV, autologous hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) gene therapy with ‘anti-HIV genes’ promises a functional cure for the disease. However, to develop such a therapy and translate it into a clinical application is rather challenging. The risks and benefits of such a therapy have to be understood, and regulatory hurdles need to be overcome. In this joint paper by academic researchers and regulators, the authors are, therefore, outlining a high level roadmap for the early stage development of HSC gene therapy as a potential functional cure for HIV.

For more, go to: http://www.cell.com/trends/molecular-medicine/abstract/S1471-4914%2814%2900137-3

Fantasy Football League Rules for 2014

2014-08-08T17:52:00.002-05:00

RULES

1. This is a PPR (points per reception) league with ONE (1) active quarterback slot (i.e. NOT a double QB league)

2. Lineups MUST be updated. Line ups must include active players in active games - no injured or players on a bye week. We don't like easy wins in this league. If for some reason you cannot change your line up due to internet connection, smartphone/tablet is dead or stolen, or any other reason, then contact the commissioner and the commissioner will set your line up for you. This must be done prior to kick off of the first game of that week.

3. You may only have two (2) starting QBs on your roster at any time. Period. If you are trading one away you must wait until the trade is over until you acquire your second off of waivers or another trade.
~~The Brad Smith~~/~~Tim Tebow Exception~~ The converted QB Exception: If you want a player that is listed as a QB and is not a starter but contributes to his team via other means, you may have that player on your team.

4. All potential trades can be reviewed by the league managers. While it is not required to approve or disapprove of a trade, if you feel a trade is unfair (i.e. trade rape), then speak up on the message board with the players names involved in the trade as the subject. Trades will be either approved or canceled depending on what the majority of the posters vote. Not everyone will post or comment, but if 5 people comment on a trade and 3 believe it is fair and 2 believe it is unfair, then the trade will go through.

5. Waiver priority is determined by team performance. The crappier the team, the higher the waiver priority. There is only a 1 day waiting period for waivers. New for 2013-14 season.

6. Shit talking is encouraged, but no personal attacks.

7. Playoffs are weeks 14, 15, and 16 for the top eight (8) teams.

SCORING

Kimber Warrior with Ed Brown, Wilson Combat, Harrison Design, and Nighthawk Custom upgrades

2014-03-12T20:31:00.001-05:00

Kimber Warrior: $1512 MSRP
Streamlight TLR-1s: $129.99
Custom Starburst grips: $80
Ed Brown 1911 Auto Rebuild Kit (stainless): $19.99
Ed Brown Chainlink Mainspring Housing (lanyard): $59.99
Ed Brown Beavertail Grip Safety (stainless): $39.99
Wilson Combat stainless barrel bushing (stainless): $19.95
Wilson Combat recoil plug (stainless): $14.99
Wilson Combat ambi safety (stainless): $59.99
Wilson Combat grip screws (stainless): $8.99
Wilson Combat auto plunger tube (stainless): $18.95
Wilson Combat Bullet Proof slide stop (stainless): $61.95
Nighthawk Custom solid aluminum trigger: $24.95
Harrison Design stainless magazine catch: $22.99

Comes with original grips and original parts that you see here in the packaging. Prices are what I paid, some items have increased in price (Brownells lists the Chainlink MSH as $64.99 now and the rebuild kit as $18.99, so prices have varied a little bit). That is over $560 in extras spent besides the gun itself, not including shipping.

Beretta 92fs

2013-08-27T07:17:00.002-05:00

We had this gun awhile back but recently sold it after finding a good home. I figured I would go ahead and put the pics up I used for the sale to memorialize it... but you can find them anywhere so it's really not that big of a deal. I had swapped the guide rod spring for a metal one from Beretta prior to selling it. Pictured with it are extra grips and two 15 round mags and two 20 round mags. Enjoy.

Fantasy Football League Rules

2013-08-21T16:49:00.001-05:00

RULES

1. This is a PPR (points per reception) league with ONE (1) active quarterback slot (i.e. NOT a double QB league)

2. Lineups MUST be updated. Line ups must include active players in active games - no injured or players on a bye week. We don't like easy wins in this league. If for some reason you cannot change your line up due to internet connection, smartphone/tablet is dead or stolen, or any other reason, then contact the commissioner and the commissioner will set your line up for you. This must be done prior to kick off of the first game of that week.

3. You may only have two (2) starting QBs on your roster at any time. Period. If you are trading one away you must wait until the trade is over until you acquire your second off of waivers or another trade.
The Brad Smith/Tim Tebow Exception: If you want a player that is listed as a QB and is not a starter but contributes to his team via other means, you may have that player on your team.

4. All potential trades can be reviewed by the league managers. While it is not required to approve or disapprove of a trade, if you feel a trade is unfair (i.e. trade rape), then speak up on the message board with the players names involved in the trade as the subject. Trades will be either approved or canceled depending on what the majority of the posters vote. Not everyone will post or comment, but if 5 people comment on a trade and 3 believe it is fair and 2 believe it is unfair, then the trade will go through.

5. Waiver priority is determined by team performance. The crappier the team, the higher the waiver priority. There is only a 1 day waiting period for waivers. New for 2013-14 season.

6. Talking shit is encouraged, but no personal attacks.

7. Playoffs are weeks 15, 16, and 17 for the top eight (8) teams.

SCORING

Passing: 25 yds/1 pt; 250 yds = 1 pt; 400 yds = 1 additional pt; 500+ yds = 2 additional pts; TD = 6 pts; INT = -2 pts
Rushing: 10 yds/1 pt; 100 yds = 1 pt; 150 yds = 1 additional pt; 200+ yds = 3 additional pts; TD = 6 pts;
Receptions: 0.5/reception; 10 yds = 1 pt; 100 yds = 1 pt; 150 yds = 1 additional pt; 200+ yds = 1 additional pt; TD = 6 pts
Other: 2-point conversion = 2 pts; fumbles lost = -2 pts;
Kicking: Field Goals 0-39 yds = 3 pts each; Field Goals 40-49 yds = 4 pts each; Field Goals 50+ yds = 5 pts; PAT = 1 pt
Defense/Special Teams: sack = 1 pt; INT = 2 pts; fumble recovery = 2 pts; TD = 6 pts; safety = 2 pts; blocked kick = 2 pts; 20 return yds/1 pt; 400+ yds = 2 bonus pts; shutout = 12 pts; 1-6 PA = 7 pts; 7-13 PA = 5 pts; 14-20 PA = 3 pts; 21-27 PA = 2 pts; 28-34 PA = 1 pt; 35+ PA = 0 pts; 4th down stop = 0.5 pts

Ruger SR1911 CMD

2013-08-05T14:38:00.000-05:00

Just picked this beauty up the other day and wanted to share a couple of quick pics I snapped with my phone (will take some better photos and update this post in the future whenever I get around to making a few minor changes, which will be a little while) so enjoy! Feel free to leave any questions in the comments section if you have any.

Ruger SR1911

Download GOB's intro The Final Countdown by Europe

2013-05-29T10:21:00.002-05:00

I use this as my phone's ringtone and thought I'd share. If using a phone then long press on the link and select "save as." Caution, it is REALLY loud on my phone.

Europe - The Final Countdown (GOB's Magician Music Theme from Arrested Development)

Eclipse and Warrior

2013-03-16T11:28:00.001-05:00

Just finished doing a detailed strip on both my Eclipse and Warrior. I decided to commemorate the event by taking a photo and posting it on Instagram. And I also decided to share it with y'all here since more random people seem to find posts on my blog than my social network stuff, and I don't update this blog enough.

In the future I'm going to try and post videos on firearms and maybe do some small tutorials. I figured everyone could learn something new, including me, by doing these videos.

Now, without further adieu:

Kimber Warrior

2013-03-03T17:33:00.001-06:00

So I decided to sell my Kimber Ultra Stainless Raptor II and get a new 1911 in its place. Ideally I wanted to buy a 4" commander/pro sized model for carry but still have the same size magazine for current and future 1911s. Unfortunately I was unable to find any to my liking so I decided to just get me a railed 1911, something I have been wanting for ever since I sold my Glock 23 that has a rail.

So without further adieu, here is my new Kimber Warrior in .45 ACP. I definitely want to replace the grips, I'm leaning towards Crimson Trace just because I can use it in conjunction with a light... :-D

Only modification is the guide rod spring plug. I swapped out the plain one for a Wilson Combat grooved stainless plug. Of course it's harder to clean because of the grooves...

Here it is after I made a few stainless modifications: Wilson Combat Bulletproof slide stop and plunger tube; Wilson Combat ambi safety, barrel bushing, and guide rod spring plug; Ed Brown Memory Groove grip safety and Chainlink MSH w/lanyard loop, solid Nighthawk aluminum trigger; Harrison Design stainless magazine catch; and Wilson Starburst style grips from Larry Davidson. Everything was fitted by me except the plunger tube. Lots of money and 5 or 6 hours later:

UPDATED 3/2/2015 light box pic:

Close ups of my Kimber Ultra Stainless Raptor II

2013-02-27T10:30:00.000-06:00

Honeymoon Photos

2012-05-01T12:38:00.001-05:00

Middle of the Gulf of Mexico

Montego Bay, Jamaica

On the beach at Doctor's Cave Beach Club

Doctor's Cave

Jerk Chicken @ The Pork Pit

"Eddie Murphy"

The Jolly Roger in Cayman

Stingray City Sandbar

Eating at Rum Point

Love me some conch fritters!

Royal Caribbean Allure of the Seas

Our ship the Carnival Magic

Cozumel, Mexico

On board the Fury 4 Catamaran in Cozumel

How to steer a boat in Mexico

ISP/Cable operator Rant 2

2012-02-23T07:10:00.003-06:00

Back in October of 2011 I wrote a post about how ridiculous ISP bandwidth caps are. Now that I've actually hit past my cap (I get 3 warnings), I have to bitch more.

First of all, cable companies are only doing this to gouge the customer. They realize that we are not all stupid enough to pay $40 for basic cable on top of our internet service, especially considering the fact that you can get a streaming service for around $10/month for each service. I pay around $21 a month for a subscription to Hulu Plus and Netflix streaming services. This eats away at my 250 GB cap.

Another ridiculous tidbit? They give you 250 GB of bandwidth (both uploads and downloads) if you have a 10-20 mbps connection. OVER 20 mbps and they will give you 350 GB per month. In my area (my ISP's hometown), they offer up to a ridiculous 107 mbps for around $125 for stand alone service (I currently pay $89/month for my 20 mbps which reaches over 40 mbps). They charge $10 for each 50 GB you go over. So I thought, maybe I'll see if they have a 30, 40, or 50 mbps downlink plan. Well they do have a 50 mbps plan, but it's not in my area somehow. I thought it'd be better to pay a little more to get the faster speed and the extra 100 GBs of bandwidth, but no, I would have to pay over $40 more (if you include taxes) a month for the only plan that offers 350 GB of bandwidth, the 107 mbps. I would actually consider this, but they cap the upload speed to a paltry 2 mbps. Yes, you read that right, 2 mbps!!!! I feel for all the HD videographers and photographers out there.

The kicker? The thing that pisses me off the most? I just read an article about uncompressed HD broadcasts. You know, when you turn on ESPN in HD or any other channel in 720p or 1080p, the cable company has to send an uncompressed HD signal to your television. 720p bandwidth is approximately 990 mbps (or around 120 MB/s) while 1080p bandwidth is around 825 MB/s!!! So every 5 seconds of 1080p viewing you are "downloading" or "streaming" about 4 GBs. So in one minute we're talking about 49,500 MB, or almost 50 GB. In ONE HOUR.

Yet these companies are saying they need to limit bandwidth to improve the user experience... you can run out of your 250 GB cap in less than 5.5 hours. But thankfully television bandwidth isn't counted against your internet data bandwidth cap.

My point is, it is no more of a burden to an ISP to stream "unlimited" to their customers since it really doesn't stress out their network.

Can anyone correct me or enlighten me on this subject in the comments if I have anything wrong? Thanks in advance!

Kimber Ultra Stainless Raptor II

2012-02-06T23:26:00.000-06:00

My daily carry, a Kimber Ultra Stainless Raptor II. I will add more pics later. Green grips are from VZ Grips - I believe they are Gatorbacks. I switched back to the grips that came with the Raptor for carry. The Gatorbacks are a bit too rough on my skin. Holding out for Crimson Trace LG-404G grips.

Colt LE6940 AR-15

2012-01-26T19:34:00.000-06:00

This is my gun. There are many like it, but this one is mine. Except there aren't really TOO many like this one, but I'm sure there are a couple of twins, or close to it at least.

Here it is stock:

Swapped out my stock grip for an MFT grip and foregrip:

Swapped out more parts, Magpul ACS buttstock, Magpul MIAD grip, GPS-02 gripod, Nikon m-223 (3-12x42) scope and mount:

Still need to get my Magpul ASAP mount and sling installed, but that castle nut is proving to be staked on VERY well.

Swapped out the ACS stock for a Magpul CTR stock to make it a bit lighter. Also added a Magpul AFG2 Angled Foregrip.

Kimber Eclipse Target II .45 ACP 1911

2012-01-13T15:54:00.003-06:00

UPDATE: 3/2/2015
Took some pics in the light box I built. Check it out! Too lazy to remove the serial number from the other side, so you just get this view. No I'm not paranoid, so why are you asking?!?!?! :-P

After installing a new mainspring housing on my Kimber Eclipse Target II, I figured I would post some photos of the gun on here. The grips were also recently swapped out with my knife as well, so y'all can see what the grips I had on it before look like too. Click on photos for larger photo:

Setlist.fm

2011-12-02T08:26:00.001-06:00

Why is it that I have only been looking at this website recently? I remember coming across it awhile back, but now I figured why not catalog all of the shows I've been to on one post?

The Black Keys/Flaming Lips:
5/3/2013 - Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN

Dave Matthews Band:
7/16/2003 - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion, The Woodlands, TX
8/20/2004 - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion, The Woodlands, TX
9/05/2005 - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion, The Woodlands, TX

Guster:
9/10/2004 - Meridian, Houston, TX
2/04/2011 - The Tabernacle, Atlanta, GA
8/20/2011 - Patriot's Point, Charleston, SC
1/5/2013 - Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas, TX (with Dallas String Orchestra)

Modest Mouse:
02/20/2005 - Verizon Wireless Theater, Houston, TX
11/10/2011 - Palladium Ballroom, Dallas, TX

Weezer/Foo Fighters:
9/13/2005 - Cynthia Mitchell Woodlands Pavillion, The Woodlands, TX

The Killers:
2/04/2009 - Nokia Theater, Grand Prairie, TX

Coldplay:
11/19/2008 - American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX

ISP Bandwidth Caps are Ridiculous

2011-10-18T15:38:00.002-05:00

Currently, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) throughout the country are slowly going from unlimited bandwidth to a bandwidth cap. AT&T's DSL service is already capped at 150 GB while their U-Verse subscribers (think TV) has a cap of 250 GB. This cap includes both uploads and downloads. Comcast has had a 250 GB cap since 2008. Cox has a 250 GB cap. Time Warner has yet to relinquish unlimited bandwidth at the time of this writing, but they have "reserved the right to do so." It's a trend that will continue and not die. I understand mobile providers doing this in order to optimize their networks (then again who knows how much they are exaggerating or not exaggerating when it comes to network strain in relation to bandwidth hogs), but it doesn't make much sense when an ISP utilizes caps when the bandwidth does not cost them as much to supply (i.e. revenues from internet connections greatly DWARFS income spent on maintaining a good broadband network).

SuddenLink is my local ISP/cable provider. They offer excellent speeds at decent prices (the prices aren't the best compared to what other regions have, but it certainly is not the worst). They apparently have test markets in certain parts of the state to determine the feasibility and backlash, if any, of switching from unlimited to a limited cap. I first became suspicious of this when I received a letter talking about my internet usage. I thought it was interesting since I have an unlimited data plan with them. Quickly I realized it was just a matter of time before SuddenLink does what other providers have been, capping their bandwidth. I use up anywhere from 300 to over 400 GB of bandwidth per month. Some months I use just over 200 GB. SuddenLink plans on charging $10 for every 50 GB in overage use. Here is a chart since the end of March showing my bandwidth usage, as you can see I would be really screwed for about 3 months out of that time period (click to enlarge):

What takes up all my bandwidth? Streaming. Yes, streaming. Mostly Netflix and some Hulu, see, I don't have cable because I don't believe I should have to pay $40 for a service I rarely use. Netflix and Hulu combined are less than $20 before taxes for streaming content only. On demand to play whenever you want. Want to record that TV show? That'll be an extra $15 DVR charge and/or $10 for HD content per month. Need more than one DVR for another room? That's another monthly charge. Want basic cable without any DVRs? $40 please. That's way overpriced and the cable companies know it. Companies such as Netflix and Hulu are able to make deals with the same cable networks and bring it to you at a much lower pricing and almost the same amount of content.

ISPs that provide TV programming services realize this. So instead of making cable more competitively priced they decide to impose caps to limit what you watch. And if you're a gamer? Good luck, now all of those online multiplayer sessions are going to eat away at your data. Photographer? Amateur video maker? Have fun paying for the overages because you had to upload those 18 megapixel RAW files and 1080p HD video content. This is totally going to screw people over who have hobbies that revolve around ANYTHING that has to do with being online.

When I first got rid of cable and upped my internet speed I was a bit nervous I'd go through TV withdrawal. It turned out to be one of the best financial (and personal) decisions I've made. No longer do I sit around and waste more time because I'm watching something simply because it's on and everything else is uninspiring or uninteresting. At least when I waste time sitting on my butt watching Netflix or Hulu it's on MY time and I decide when, and what, I watch, with little to no commercials.

Does this piss you off? Does it make you mad? If the cable companies offered something like a $20 fee for unlimited as long as you get a basic cable subscription, I couldn't argue with that as much, so long as the OPTION for unlimited still exists. It's less of an issue to not have unlimited data on a phone than it is for a home's ISP that might be used by several individuals (think college housing). Oh, and forget about constantly streaming Pandora or Spotify too. Sure, they don't take up that much bandwidth, but everyday, a few hours a day, and possibly by a few different individuals... well, you see where this is going.

MLB.com is very... fair

2011-09-12T09:13:00.004-05:00

So the other day I wanted to get MLB.tv since I don't have cable in order to watch the rest of the baseball season and the playoffs. So I go to mlb.com and my stupid ass signs up for the MLB.tv package for phone only. Only problem is, the Droid 3 is not supported for video streaming! So I emailed the nice folks at mlb.com and asked them if I could get a refund and instead I would order the full package for $25 online and presto, they refund my credit card. I asked if Droid 3 support would eventually come but I guess not since they just refunded me without even asking or inquiring anything else.

This definitely makes me not worried to do business directly with mlb.com. Just wanted to give some props where they are due! Thanks mlb.com!

HP Touchpad 32 GB wi-fi Review

2011-09-06T14:37:00.003-05:00

HP Touchpad

Hello there, Touchpad. When you were first announced I was excited. When I finally held you in my hands, I became disappointed. But since then I have at least gained back some admiration for the tablet.

As always, here are a list of specs:

Qualcomm 1.2 Ghz dual-core processor

1 GB RAM

32 GB on-board storage

Beats audio

9.7" screen with 768x1024 resolution

1.3 MP front facing camera

Here's a quick rundown of what I like and dislike after using it sparingly for the last 4 days.

Likes: Rendering Webpages, Notifications, ability to close apps, 50 GB FREE Box storage!!!

Dislikes: App selection (obviously), seems laggy at times (but not always), would prefer more than one button Fingerprint MAGNET both front and back, kinda bulky and slippery - I almost dropped it twice the first day I had it.

I felt so stupid thinking you could not close apps in webOS. My girlfriend (who cares not for gadgets like I do) was able to figure out to flick your finger upwards in order to close out a window/tile/app, which is nice to know you can close windows/programs to improve performance with more available RAM.

Update:

So now that it's been more than two weekends since I've had it, I still use the Xoom more. Text entry into browsers is smoother on the Touchpad but overall I like the Xoom more still. webOS is a beautiful OS but will probably not see anymore changes due to the lack of support since HP decided to kill off webOS and possibly spin off their entire PC manufacturing division (which is a total idiot move).

Not a bad device to have as a bathroom reader though...

Guster 8/20/2011 setlist Patriots Point, Charleston, SC

2011-08-29T09:30:00.010-05:00

1. Barrel of a Gun
2. Architects and Engineers
3. The Captain
4. What You Call Love
5. Demons
6. Center of Attention
7. On the Ocean
8. Manifest Destiny
9. This is How it Feels to Have a Broken Heart
10. Come Downstairs and Say Hello
11. Do You Love Me
12. Airport Song
13. Satellite
14. This Could All Be Yours
15. Ramona
16. Hang On
17. Amsterdam
18. Happier
19. South of the Border Jam (w/Andrew McMahon)
20. Careful (w/Andrew McMahon)
21. Young Folks (w/Andrew McMahon)

Encore information courtesy of setlist.fm.
Photos I took can be found here.

The North Face Summit Series Plasma Thermal Jacket review

2011-02-08T16:51:00.004-06:00

I was in Atlanta, GA last weekend for a Guster concert. I had a little time to kill, so a friend and I decided to go by TNF store. I was expecting to have to find an REI but to my surprise there was an actual TNF location in north Atlanta.

I wasn't going to spend this much money on a new jacket, but after I tried it on, I knew I was going to buy it. Luckily I paid $223 before tax instead of $300 since it was on sale! It literally feels like I have sleeping bags for each of my arms. It's so light and breathes so well. I haven't taken this jacket off in the last 3 hours and I'm sitting at work without sweating (it's usually cold in the office).

They are sold out online but I would HIGHLY recommend this jacket to anyone who is looking for a new awesome, light, VERY WARM, breathable jacket.

This hood fits perfectly, no need to tighten any drawstrings, it actually sits on the head well. The zipper is a little tricky at first, but I think it might be the newness of it. Some people complained about it online but I think they are whining a bit too much, I'm not having that much trouble with it - it just requires a little bit of attention to get it to shut.

Jacket weight is 900 grams (around 2 lbs for non-metric folk) with 100 of those grams being PrimaLoft One artificial insulation. This jacket is extremely lightweight and worn. It also has pit-zips to release heat from your body when you're getting hot inside of the jacket or when worn indoors.

I actually want winter to last longer so I can have an excuse to wear this jacket more!

The North Face - Men's Plasma Thermal Jacket

Guster setlist @ The Tabernacle, Atlanta, GA 2/4/11

2011-02-08T09:50:00.010-06:00

This was a great show. The only thing missing? Playing Do What You Want from the new album Easy Wonderful. Songs from the new album are denoted with an asterisk.

1 Ramona

2 Barrel of a Gun
3 Architects and Engineers*
4 Homecoming King
5 Hercules*
6 Satellite
7 Beginning of the End8 This Could All Be Yours*
9 In the Backyard
10 What You Call Love*

11 Airport Song
12 Two Points for Honesty
13 On the Ocean*
14 Come Downstairs and Say Hello

15 Do You Love Me*

16 Happier
17 Hang On... bridge to Billy Joel's My Life

18 Captain
Encore:
19 I Spy
20 Manifest Destiny

21 This is How it Feels to Have a Broken Heart*
22 Demons

23 Jesus on the Radio (all acoustic)

The crowd:

The crowd... upstairs

AirSync for Android/Mac/Windows

2010-12-03T08:21:00.004-06:00

The makers of the popular music player for Android called doubleTwist have released AirSync, a $1.99 add-on that allows for syncing your Android music, photo, and video library with a playlist or your entire library on your computer over wi-fi. I was able to snag this for 99 cents since they were offering a special on the first 10,000 downloads.

I would still pay $1.99 for this app if that was the price and I knew it worked this well (or if I read a blog like this one to re-assure me I wasn't wasting my money).

First you download the music program (for free) oMac or Windows computer at their website.

Then you download the doublTwist app (for free) on your Android device.

Now launch doubleTwist and click on the AirSync upgrade icon. Full instructions (with images) can be found at the website linked earlier, or by clicking on the image.

It took me very little time to figure out how to sync my media. I just changed the settings to sync only certain playlists. I created a playlist on the computer using doubleTwist and added whatever files I wanted to have on my device. Depending on how much data you transfer, it could take a while depending on your signal strength to your router.

I highly recommend this for Android and music enthusiasts who want an easy way to sync up their phone to media. You can also download media out of your phone to your computer using AirSync over the network.

$1.2 Million "Accordian" Watch

2010-11-29T09:26:00.004-06:00

Yeah it's pretty ridiculous. Full details here (or click either photo).

Oh those Spaniards...

2010-11-11T08:12:00.001-06:00

WD-40 isn't technically a lube, but it's still a funny ad.