Why I Deleted Google Analytics From This Blog
Back in 2007... Just kidding. I won't bore you with 2 paragraphs of non-sense for SEO. The truth is I don't care how many people visit this website. I have iterated this website since 2007 and I'm super happy with...
Removing Google From My Life Part 3
It's been 9 months since I wrote my original removing Google from my life article. So where am I now? I'm still using Google as my main search engine, I'm still using Gmail, and last but not least I have...
Will Google’s Shiny New Things Last
The first day of Google I/O 2016 happened. They announced Google Daydream, two new chat apps Allo and Duo, Android Wear 2.0 and Google home. Oh yeah don't forget Android N. I'm not going to get into what these are...
Removing Google From My Life Part 2
Last November I decided to remove Google from my life. It's been 5 months since I wrote that post. Where am I now? Well... Things aren't going as planned. It took me 5 months to clean up my photo library. I...
Removing Google From My Life
So by the title of this post you must be wondering what Google has done to me. The answer is nothing bad. They've removed services I've used such as Google Reader, which is not really a big deal. So why...
Living in Appleland
A few months ago I was torn between the new Nexii and Appleland. On paper it appeared that Google won. Then the reviews came out and I chose Apple. In order to fully understand my choice let me get a...
Nexi vs. Appleland
Fucking tech. I have a shiny new thing syndrome. Yes my dear readers I'm addicted to gadgets. Now that you've heard my confession I have another confession. The Nexi just one upped the Appleverse. Nexus 6 Big 5.9 something Quad...
Chrome OS is Almost There
I've given up on Ubuntu (Linux). Windows 8 is a no go and I can't stand Mac OSX. While I've written about how my trucks are turning into hybrids but maybe I don't need a truck anymore. Chrome OS has...
Getting Your Feet Wet with Web Development
Over the last few months I've been asked on where to start with web development and what tools do you need. So here's a post that addresses the general landscape and some tools to get you started. The Landscape There...
Why I switched from Android To IOS
I've been a happy T-Mobile customer for over 6 years. While your mileage may vary, I've only had 2 issues with data dead zones in the last 6 years. I'm sure there are plenty of other reviews out there, which...
R.I.P Google Reader
July 1st of 2013 is when Google is getting rid of Google Reader. Since 2005 I've used Google reader daily to get my news fix. While many say that it's no surprise the service is going away, I have...
Where’s my Google Nexus TV
If you're unfamiliar with the Nexus program it's un skinned Android. Google works with a device manufacture to release a device (tablets, phones) that showcase the platform without carrier customizations. Most Android phones that you buy today have some sort of customization....
My Initial Thoughts on Google Currents for Android and IOS
Google release Currents today on Android and IOS only. Google Currents has been long been rumored as the Flipboard, Pulse competitor. I like the idea but there's a few things that are off. While Google Currents is new I'll give them...
Galaxy Nexus. Is it really one of the best phones out there?
Since HTC didn't the release the Titan on T-mobile my last choice for a smartphone has been the Galaxy Nexus. I'm reluctant to get another Android phone. I've been burned by Android updates before and for some reason my...
Galaxy Nexus initial thoughts
Tonight Google and Samsung unveiled their newest creation the Galaxy Nexus. While impressed with the offering there's a few questions that I have regarding the device such as where is the menu button and the battery life. According to This...
Google Music Beta, Fuck Yeah!
It's hard to ignore Apple's Itunes and Microsoft's Zune software but I'm sick and tired of plugging my phone into a computer. I carry a Mytouch 4g & Iphone 4 (provided by work) and tend to use the Mytouch 4g...
The 3 Must Have's in Chrome OS
Google's new Chrome OS is only in the hands of the lucky few to get their hands on the CR-48 (netbook). Unfortunately, I'm not one of those lucky few (yet, hint hint Google). Chrome OS is by all means just...
Please Send me a CR-48 Google
While on Twitter I came accross a Tweet from a guy who built this website and hope that maybe asking directly through a blog post might help. Even though this blog post will not come close to a website, I...
Great Google Documentary
I thought that I should share this documentary of Google. The culture of Google seems like a dream for a developer.
Google, Google, Google Android needs to cut out the middleman
I remember my first search. I was 15 and found Altavista. I remember the magic I felt when I searched for porn on Altavista and I suddenly realized how large the world really was. The year is 2009 and there...
Gmail adds Color to Labels: Why?
It looks like Google has done it again. They added color squares next to labels. Ya know I allways wanted to have colored little squares next to my labels, it looks so perty.If you thought that was it, when you...
Where Google Failed….
The other day my wife asked me if a brother and sister beagle can mate. After calling my wife sick and getting into a big debate over just because it's a dog doesn't mean it's okay for a brother and...