Veteran software developer / sysadmin and holds a PhD in Computer Science. Avid computer enthusiast (geek) who has been dabbling with technology ever since his Dad brought home an 8086 computer.
Emerging Tech Trends
In a world of digital convenience, vinyl endures as a bridge to pure analog sound, preserving the artist's intent with unmatched authenticity and inviting listeners to truly experience music.
Emerging Tech Trends
Why did Sifteo Cubes, a promising interactive tech toy, fail to take off? Explore the innovation, challenges, and market struggles that led to their disappearance.
Homelab and Projects
Curious about electronics but don’t know where to start? With the right tools, a breadboard, and some guided experiments, you can dive into circuits and components—even without an engineering background!
Gaming Experience
Corona SDK promises 10x faster app development, but was it truly a game-changer? Dive into its strengths, weaknesses, and whether it's the right engine for your next mobile game.
Tokyo has one of the most confusing mass transit systems I’ve ever encountered. It’s not surprising considering you have at least 3 distinct subway providers (note I said providers, not lines) and local rails. This means there are at least a combined 20 subway/train lines covering the
Gaming Experience
Akihabara is often describes as an anime lovers’ and gamers’ paradise. Every year, thousands of foreigners will visit this district, in the hopes of finding that cheap/rare find that they can’t find on the Internet. However, to properly explore Akihabara, you must first understand it. The first time
Emerging Tech Trends
Have you ever heard about iPod envy? I’ve heard it’s when you buy a second iPod, the first gets envious. I bought my first iPod about three years ago, a 2GB nano to replace my dying rio player. About a year after, I upgraded to a 80gig iPod
Homelab and Projects
Game Boy Advance development offers a rare look at low-level 2D rendering, manual memory management, and hardware constraints. See how it connects to modern engines and why it’s still a valuable learning experience.
Gaming Experience
Rhythm games once let players live out their rockstar dreams with plastic instruments. Rock Band 2 refined the experience, but where are these games now? Explore their rise, impact, and lasting legacy.
Homelab and Projects
Before streaming ruled the living room, the Mediagate MG-35 bridged PCs and TVs. Discover how this forgotten device shaped home entertainment in the era of torrents and Xvid.
Emerging Tech Trends
The idea came to me after looking at an article on Slashdot. The author of the article discussed a simple page he found on the Internet, discussing his list of top books for any good programmers. Well, Christmas is coming and I decided I would make my top list of
Emerging Tech Trends
The Christmas season is almost upon us, and the holiday spirit is slowly creeping up on us. Its the season to be good and merry. I get a warm fuzzy feeling when I see computer geeks uniting to help others. Today, I want to talk about two such projects. They
Homelab and Projects
If cooling PCs with water is bold, using frozen alcohol is outright insane. Project E.U.N.U.C.H. dares to push boundaries, running Half-Life on a 486 with frosty ingenuity.
Emerging Tech Trends
Meet Nabaztag, the quirky wireless rabbit that wiggles, lights up, and reads your messages. A playful blend of tech and charm, it redefined smart gadgets. Who wouldn’t want a digital pet?
Emerging Tech Trends
The Optimus Maximus Keyboard redefined innovation with OLED screens on every key, paving the way for devices like the Stream Deck. Discover its groundbreaking design, rare legacy, and modern successors.