My future brother-in-law Chris pointed out that we’re getting so used to well-designed objects (thanks Apple) that, when something isn’t well designed, it sticks out like a sore thumb. While putting the roast in the oven, it became abundantly clear to me that ovens need some fresh thought. The design hasn’t really changed in what [...]
I’ve been doing a small bit of cooking in the last week. Results: Samoa Cookie Bars: OK, but unsatisfying. Too much caramel, and the shortbread came out too cakey. Potato Curry: Fail. I tried re-creating an accidental success from a ski trip many years ago. Not good, not good at all. Anyone remember how we [...]
Twelve South needs to make this for the Macbook Air. (via Uncrate)
My issues with connecting my Apple 30″ Cinema display to my Macbook Air have finally been completely resolved. After a couple of visits to the local Apple Store, and an extended call to a ‘second level” representative at Apple Phone Support, Apple decided to extend my warranty on the monitor — I was 30 days [...]
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