bloghttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/en-US2010-03-11T00:28:02ZSquarespace Site Server v5.9.2 (http://www.squarespace.com/)3Dhttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2010/2/28/3d.htmlDwayne2010-02-28T16:15:47Z3d technology glasses movies televisionThanks to James Cameron and a slew of other movies 3D technology is back and better than ever! I personally don't mind watching a movie in 2D but do venture to the local IMAX for a blockbuster hit or two that I think is worthy of a more immersive experience. Television makers have taken notice of the THREE DEE MANIA and have promised 3D capable sets within the year. There's just one problem with al this. Many of these TV sets, just like their big screen counterparts require glasses to see the 3D effect, and these snazzy lenses aren't cheap either. I think the cheapest run for about $40 bucks a pop with the average being $60.

Now watching TV has been traditionally a lazy activity, with the participant putting in very little effort other than using the remote. I don't want to add another step to this process and I really don't want to spend extra money. Also I already wear glasses and it will be silly to put on another pair  just to enjoy a novelty. This is also why I don't care too much for 3D movies when I come out. At the moment I don't have contacts and don't plan on getting any for the eventual trip to a 3D movie.

Another problem arises when you have large families. Paying 40-60 bucks person (cause you know each kid has to have one) is asking a lot for a family on a budget. There was one manufacturer (I can't remember which) that said they can create a 3D effect sans glasses, which would be awesome if they could pull it off. I also think another company (maybe even the same one) stated they can make a TV where one person can watch in 3D and another in 2D, which will be just bananas.

]]>Early to Bedhttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2010/2/1/early-to-bed.htmlDwayne2010-02-01T23:55:52Zdreams grand theft auto iPhone kittensThe Only Way To Flyhttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/12/26/the-only-way-to-fly.htmlDwayne2009-12-26T18:10:27ZSo this past week a 23-year-old Nigerian man with ties to Al Queda attempted to ignite an explosive device onboard a US-bound Delta Airlines flight. Apparently he had a pillow stuffed under his shirt and when he was spotted by passengers trying to ignite the device they subdued him until authorities came on the scene.

Eventhough the security check is the least favorite part of flying (that and the pain of decompression) I am grateful that it's there. The increased security after 9/11 was desperately needed, but I now fear with every terrorist attempt to destroy our sense of security, we must increase our efforts to protect ourselves. And this may mean more invasive means of screening.

This terrorist passed through security with explosives under his clothes. This means whatever checks we had in place failed. Now i'm writing this after I've flown down to Florida for Christmas and for as long as I can remember I've yet to be patted down or asked to remove any other article of clothing other than my shoes when going through security.

I'm concerned more invasive means of screening will be come the norm in our future and cause more damage to an already weakened airline industry.

]]>Making Trackshttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/12/24/making-tracks.htmlDwayne2009-12-24T23:50:44Z

Ever since I was a little kid I've always disliked the snow. This is usually when I don't have to deal with it i.e. shovel it, drive in it etc. I think it's the additional chores snow creates that I disklike more. I recall my mother telling stories of how I would get upset when she would take me out in the snow. I saw an old pic of one of these outtings and i think my mood came from the fact that the snow was up to my chest.

This hoilday I won't be making tracks through the snow but enjoying some sun and warm temps in Orlando, FL. This will be my first Christmas in a warm climate and so far I'm enjoying it. Mostly because I don't have to deal with 17 degree weather. The change of scenery is nice but it will never replace a white christmas in New England.

Merry Christmas!

]]>Blindhttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/12/15/blind.htmlDwayne2009-12-15T21:24:10ZYesterday I ran into the misfortune of breaking the frames of my glasses. Luckily I was able to run out to the closest LensCrafters and get a new set, however I had to work a little more than half of the workday without my glasses and proper vision.

The experience wasn't that traumatic, in fact it was kinda interesting. I'm one of those people who have to wear my glasses all the time and roaming the streets of Boston and trying to function normally made me realize just how blind I really am. Everyday things like reading signs, typing on the computer ( typed this w/out my glasses) and even looking people in the eye proved to be a challenge since people's faces are blurry unless they get with a few feet of me. If I were to see a friend on the street I probably won't recognize them unless they called out my name.

The temporary loss of my glasses gave me a new appreciation for my vision and mainly because I'm a geek with videogames and computers being my passion. Also with the addition of photography to that list I can't afford to have interruptions in my sight. I think I should purchase a back up pair of frames just incase.

]]>Picture Testhttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/12/15/picture-test.htmlDwayne2009-12-15T12:55:27Z

I'm currently testing the photo feature of the Squarespace iPhone app, so you're going to see some weird things in the next day or so.

]]>Constant Distractionhttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/11/19/constant-distraction.htmlDwayne2009-11-19T12:53:00ZLast week I went to see "Michael Jackson's This Is It". It was late enough in the movie's release that I could avoid large throngs of rabid Jackson fans. Not to say that I'm not a MJ fan, I just don't want to deal with large crowds...of MJ impersonators.

The movie is great and proved to all the skeptics that he still has "it". Michael sounded almost as good as he did in his golden years, which are the years before the History album, and he wasn't even going at full strength.

The experience left me dreaming of one thing, something that I will own, and that would be a home theater system. Big screen HDTV, surround sound and all! I know this sounds odd but it's not to enjoy MJ CDs and videos but because of the inconsiderate teens sitting next to me during "This Is It." There were about seven or eight and at first it wasn't that bad, low giggles at something on screen that looked awkward to them. About half hour in they broke down into just constant talking, playing on their cell phones, and bouncing in their chairs. They were out of reach to shush them without becoming loud myself and I felt any attempt to quite them would've been futile. They didn't seem like the type to stay quite for very long.

I think I'm gonna jump in now and start researching HD setups so I'm ontop of my game when the time comes.

]]>Squarespace App Thoughtshttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/11/4/squarespace-app.htmlDwayne2009-11-04T02:38:14ZThis app is a content editor for your Squarespace hosted site. Visual modifications can only be done via a desktop/laptop computer for obvious reasons, which isn't a bad thing since the most important (and constantly evolving) part of your site is the content. Best example is Craigs list. The site is probably one of the ugliest on the web but yet it's one of most highly visited due to it's content.

My thoughts. The app is fast, clean and easy to use. You can view stats and edit/delete post across multiple accounts. You can also upload photos from your iPhone, however I have yet to get this feature to work to my needs. With that said, this app isn't without it's bugs. The app has crashed several times and even after trying the patented "restart iPhone" remedy it still crashes. I have read a couple comments from other users experincing the same issue and I'm sure it will be resolved soon.

One thing I would love to see (and I'm sure is coming in a future update) is social network interlgration with Twitter, Facebook etc. Overall I am very satisfied with the app and intend to use it heavily.

]]>iSquarehttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/11/3/isquare.htmlDwayne2009-11-03T22:50:50ZiPhone squarespaceAfter months of waiting the Squarespace app has finally been launched on the App store. Right now I'm writing this post on the subway headed into Boston to test it out. I'll have a longer review later, but for now here's a picture of me in my Halloween costume. -Enjoy

UPDATE: Ok so no pic of the costume since Im still figuring out how to use this thing. Stay tuned.

 

]]>Social Media You Controlhttp://www.dwayneholder.com/blog/2009/10/10/social-media-you-control.htmlDwayne2009-10-10T20:41:03Zsocial media twitterThis week I was taking part in the Destructoid.com Muramasa Wii Party on Twitter and while there I noticed that #mileycomeback was a tending topic. "That's odd, why is this trending?" I asked patrons of the party. I was told in this same week Miley Cyrus, a.k.a. Hanna Montana, had deleted her Twitter account, accusing the MSM (Mainstream Media) of using it as ammunition against her.

Now deleting the account should've been the end of it, but in true Hollywood fashion Miley had to come back with a rap song explaining in further detail why she deleted her twitter. In the song she claims the tabloids used what she tweeted as headline news mocking the young star. I heard this and wondered, "Then why don't you just limit their ammo?" Instead of tweeting about every facet of your life i.e. "I have pimples" or "I'm eating lunch," just tweet about information that would both benefit you and your followers. One example, she could've tweeted about upcoming tour dates, when new episodes of her show are airing etc. Thus giving the fans something they are truly interested in, personally benefiting with the additional eyes looking at your products, and limiting the amount of information the tabliods received.

People feel compelled to post their lives on Facebook, Twitter and other social media sites and fail to realize they don't need to any of it. People believe this is what you are "supposed to do," and this couldn't be farther from the truth. As we move into the "Social Media Age" (I made this term up =P ) More and more eyes are going to be on you and your "personal brand." What you display on your personal pages reflects who you are and where you are going in life. In all things makes sure you're putting your best foot forward.

If you're at all curious about Miley's rap, enjoy the video.

[SOURCE via Mashable.com]

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