SubscribeMonthly Archives: August 2007
Halo 3 Released to Manufacturing
A couple of days ago the folks over at Bungie Studios sent a little something out the doors. They released the final code for Halo 3 to go to manufacturing and reproduction. Three years in the making by renowned developer Bungie Studios, Halo 3 is now finished and will begin its journey to store shelves around the world in less than four weeks. Halo 3, which has already set new records as the fastest pre-ordered game in history, has… More »
Moving Right Along
In my post here on August 7th, I announced that b5media were looking for a new host for this blog, as I was planning to move along. Subsequently, an ad was placed on the Problogger job board.
There has been an excellent response and although it’s not my decision as to who the next person would be, I’m delighted to know the blog will be in good hands. And I have every expectation that it will flourish.
In that post back on… More »
Should Microsoft Stop Selling and Just Rent Their Software?
An article by Dana Blankenhorn on ZDNet.com has an interesting question she’s posing. At least I think this is a question she’s posing. Her article actually states that Microsoft should be afraid of open-source software, but I’m not sure that’s actually the case. What they may need to be concerned with is a change in the software and computer application industry space and adjust accordingly. Instead of selling Windows for, say, $150, through an OEM, sell one year of… More »
I Missed A Windows Home Server Seminar
This week has just been crazy, and it looked a lot like the 5 weeks before this one and the week to come. The problem this week is that I couldn’t squeeze into my calendar a seminar in my area that was going to be devoted to Microsoft’s new Windows Home Server. Totally bummed I couldn’t fit it in, so now I’m trying to see if I notice any chatter about new details that may be available. Has anyone… More »
Romo, McNabb, Eli Manning, Jason Cambell – Pro Bowl bound?
NFL Football at its best. NFL Football at its craziest.
Tony Romo looks to pass the Cowboys to victoryEveryone is gaga over the NFC East.
The Squibster is not even sure how to spell gaga, let alone get excited over the NFC East.
Let’s break it down and see where they are headed.
The Cowboys led by Tony Romo, who is not dating Jessica Simpson, will be tough as usual, but it is still Tony Romo. Can’t help but feel he is… More »
Houko Kuwashima Continues To Be Kasumi In Dead Or Alive Online, Cheers
In Japan, voice acting or seiyu (声优）work is big business. Many voice actors and actresses are regarded as shining idols in Japan. Houko Kuwashima, capable of doing voice acting for young boys, old men to kawaii girls and feminine women, is the voice role for Kasumi, again, in Dead or Alive Online (A DOA online game by Tecmo Japan and Shanda China). And yap, her singing is nice too. Check out her number in anime, Gundam Seed Destiny, below.
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What Foreign Gaming Companies Have To Do In China, Milking The Chinese Gaming Cow
By 2010, China is set to become a $2.1 billion gaming powerhouse. But what do foreign gaming companies have to do to gain a foothold in China? Creativity or originality? GameSpot has the take.
There are many content regulations including points that are discouraged, such as violence, and those that are encouraged, such as promotion of Chinese culture, patriotism, and national ethics. Also, highly creative games and those that do not encourage addictive tendencies are favorable.
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Byron Leftwich to be Traded or Released
Blogging the National Football League, Blogging the NFL
The Jacksonville Jaguars are parting ways with quarterback Byron Leftwich after four seasons (it seems more like 10 seasons). In a press conference today, Jags Coach Jack Del Rio said the team plans to trade or release Byron and named David Garrard as the team’s starter heading into next week’s season opener against Tennessee. I think this is a good decision on the part of Coach Del Rio. Making these kinds of decisions… More »
More 50 Cent / Kanye West ‘Drama’
It seems that 50 Cent and Kanye West are at the battle of the words again. The two hip hop artists fought each other over the radio waves over their upcoming album releases (which both happen to be on September 11).
50 Cent said this this morning on San Diego’s 93.3 FM
“Its not possible for Kanye to beat me, I don’t know why I said that. Its like the teddy bear vs. the gorilla. Def Jam is going to buy about… More »
Divine Heresy, The Sword and Guitar Hero 80′s
I’m gonna keep this short and sweet cause I’m about to throw back a few cold ones and try to avoid watching VH1 cause every time I do I tend to get pissed off. Anyway, I took the day off from work today so we (the wife and daughter, son was at school) went out today and I picked up a couple CD’s. I picked up Divine Heresy and The Sword.
Lets talk about Divine Heresy Bleed the Fifth for a… More »
Fashion Brands Connect with Users on MySpace
This week, the MySpace Fashion Channel was launched. It’s one more sub-community MySpace has created (similar to MySpace Music and MySpace Movies), which will give users access to targeted information in a unique, interactive way. This time, the target is people who like fashion and everything that goes with it.
In Style magazine, designers, celebrities and advertisers are quickly getting involved in what they expect will be a popular community of fashionistas and buyers. I have to agree with them. I think… More »
Quick Tip: Don’t Promise More than You Can Deliver
In business communications, it’s always tempting to offer resolution to a problem, even if you don’t know whether it’s do-able.
Stop.
Nothing makes people angrier than empty promises that don’t materialize into anything. It destroys trust. It destroys your credibility.
You may have to deliver an unpleasant message. Don’t sugarcoat it with half-measures that aren’t guaranteed.
Be the bad guy. Deliver the message. Take your lumps.
Tags: business, communications, companies, workplace, integrity, trust, promises, messages, corporate
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Hubble Deep Field Video is Approaching One Million Views
On September 6th last year, I uploaded a video I made over the course of a weekend called The Hubble Deep Field: The most important image ever taken.
Since that time, it has been viewed almost one million times (975,557 as of today). I have a post and video blog entry prepared for the one year anniversary that I’ll post next week. I wanted to write about it because making and posting that video to YouTube has dramatically changed… More »
Billingley and Nording Join the Cast
The Hollywood Reporter has announced that The Nine cast member John Billingsley will be joining 24 as Latham. The details surrounding his character have not been revealed. Also joining, Jeffrey Nording as an FBI agent named Larry. Billingsley will be recurring, while Nording will be a regular.
Guys, I’d talk about how great Billingsley was in The Nine, but I loved that show too much to open old wounds. Damn you ABC!
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