Monthly Archives: January 2010

Basic Simplicity Theme version 1.4.1

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Michael Janzen

This past week I finished an update to Basic Simplicity. I also launched a new blog dedicated to the theme to help focus on theme content. I’ll also be writing about my adventures in problogging with an emphasis on avoiding … Continue reading →

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Google positioned to steal the new segment Apple iPad defined

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Michael Janzen

In these days following Apple’s iPad announcement many people have pointed out the flaws in the iPad. Gizmodo and Lifehacker both have good lists of glaring flaws with the device that will definitely impact it’s adoption and usefulness. Announcing all … Continue reading →

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Apple iPad is NOT an Amazon Kindle Killer

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Michael Janzen

Today Apple announced the iPad, which is essentially a cross between a tablet computer and an iPhone. It appears to have a super easy-to-use interface and the expected sexy wrapper. It is most certainly a new class of device and … Continue reading →

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For Sale: American Politics

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Michael Janzen

That’s right my fellow American citizens, our political offices are now officially available to the highest bidder, thanks to  the Supreme Court. No need to hide those illegal campaign contributions. Just pour your money in and buy the political offices you … Continue reading →

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There can be only one… and my bet is on Google

Posted on January 9, 2010 by Michael Janzen

It looks like Google is quickly charging into many realms outside internet technology. The Google Nexus One is well positioned to move the mighty iPhone out of the way and now Google is getting into the Energy game too with the … Continue reading →

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Could Apple Get Lapped?

Posted on January 7, 2010 by Michael Janzen

Apple is rumored to be announcing their new tablet device on January 26, 2010, but have you noticed all the buzz about the tablet market heating up. For example, Google has been rumored to be working with HTC on the … Continue reading →

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