ShadouTech

ShadouTech Discontinued

2011-01-09T00:30:00.000-08:00

Okay! Time for some verrry late announcement.

After some thought and tests, I have decided to ditch my other blogs (ShadouConn, ShadouBiz, and this, ShadouTech) in favor of just one blog that "has them all".
My "parent-with-no-children" blog is now Shadouness, my first real (my very first was in Friendster), and now my only, blog.

(Having other blogs just makes it difficult for me. After all, there are labels and tags. I'm just using them :'p)

Yours in the Force,

Lorgen Shadouness.

'Lie To Me'

2009-08-13T10:10:00.000-07:00

Last night I caught Lie To Me on local TV and that was its first episode that I saw (serendipitously the pilot, I later learned). It sold me on the first scene: A professor (Dr. Cal Lightman, portrayed by Tim Roth) lecturing on human gestures and facial expressions. Later they investigated the murder of a teacher involving a Mormon student who had strictly religious parents and a politician who was accused of being involved with a prostitute.

Lie To Me is an investigative drama series -- proximate to CSI, but more on psychology and sociology.

I was a Psychology graduate and I highly recommend it, if not for the perfect accuracy of kinesics* and such, then at least for the lesson that we should not only listen to what's being said by someone, but also consider the contents and structure of the statement and how it is being said; although it would be difficult to not learn a lot from the series.

Of course the series could make people better liars but, well, we could also get better at perceiving lies. It's a game, really, of who's better at which. And despite the difficulties of telling apart a lie from the truth, we should at least realize that trust really isn't the issue, but trustworthiness.

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*No I'm not referring to the application of kinesics in the series, but to kinesics itself, it being another flawed medium of perception.
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Links (additional and redundancy):
Official website on FOX
Lie To Me on IMDB, the Internet Movie Database
Lie To Me on Wikipedia
Current (August 2009) schedule of Lie To Me on CS9 (Philippines channel 9; +8GMT; Hong Kong, Taiwan Philippines)
"kinesics" on Wikipedia
Human Facial Expressions Aren't Universal article on NewScientist.com
Lie To Me Tim Roth interview on YouTube

Designer, What's In Your Bag?

2009-08-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

Boxed In Design+, a new "Community of Designers for Designers (and other good looking people)" *ehem*, recently posted the article Designers – What’s in your bag? featuring the contents of a few designer'S bags (NOT "designER bags").

If you are a designer, an artist or some-such, drop by the site. They're now accepting entries for the next "What's In Your Bag" post. ='D

Here's Boxed In Design's Twitter post:
"Doing a part 2 of "what's in your bag" - send me your bag contents and I will post them. 500 px x (200 - 400 px) figured I'll make it long."

Click here to contact Boxed In Design.

Oh, Joy! ='D

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+I discovered it through Bryan Brinkman's Twitter post. I first saw him on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, where they did an experiment requesting everyone watching the show to follow him on Twitter. I did, and he's actually the first Twitter-person that I followed. =')

Vewy Funny, Google

2009-06-28T05:01:00.000-07:00

I'm most likely already late at discovering this, but it's good to know that one of the best companies in the world has a good sense of humor.

Today, I suddenly found the language in Google in Filipino (language of the Philippines). While I am a Filipino, I prefer reading in English language since admittedly, spellings in our language is long, hence more tedious to read. So I went to the preferences and looked for English. On the dropdown menu, I pressed "E" for "English" and, much to my delight, I discovered "Elmer Fudd" as an option.

I chose it and now I can find "My Wabits" in my Google and it's got cool "Pwefewences".

Hoo-way! ='D

Apple iTampon?

2009-06-13T06:59:00.001-07:00

Digg-ers discussed about the proximity of iPod Shuffle's design to the tampons. Curious?
Let's see:

From ShadouTech

Cool Digg Comments #cancelled

2009-06-12T20:15:00.000-07:00

Yes, I'm cancelling my "Cool Digg Comments".
There are just way too many for me to handle. Between the reading and the laughter, I barely have time to scratch my butt. It's just taking me way too much time and there are a lot more important things to do than posting what's already been posted. Besides, what's "cool" for me might not be "cool" for you. Besides #2... I can always take comfort in the fact that I have no readers anyway... *sob*... *sniff*.

For more cool Digg comments, you can easily check out Digg anyway.

I admit, it's way cooler that way.

Cool Digg Comments #4

2009-06-12T08:09:00.000-07:00

30 Colorful Shots Of High Speed Bullet Photography

digitalpicturezone.com — "PTCH-OOO!!" Here are 30 excellent high speed photos of bullets passing through various objects, captured using high speed cameras.

COMMENTS:

kfcurley
Well, that's just a waste of good cheap beer. These photographers should be shot!

[reply to kfcurley:]
jkash23686

And then photographed as the bullet passes though them

Cool Digg Comments #3

2009-06-12T07:54:00.000-07:00

Calls for Red Cross symbol to be axed
dailymail.co.uk — A Labour minister has sparked controversy by claiming that an alternative symbol is needed for the Red Cross because of the logo's supposed links to the Crusades. It was never intended to have any religious meaning and is thought to have been intended as a tribute to traditionally neutral Switzerland...

[From: Calls for Red Cross symbol to be axed over links to the Crusades By Michael Lea]

From ShadouTech

COMMENTS:

amabaie
Good grief. Now we'll have to realign all our roads so they don't intersect at a right angle!

[reply to amabaie:]
DrJen
Please don't give these people any suggestions...

Cool Game Comments #1

2009-06-11T09:07:00.000-07:00

From a LatinoReview.com item:

Movies That Would Make Horrible Video Games
By George 'El Guapo' Roush on June 10, 2009

The movie/video game crossover has been happening for years. While it's debatable as to which movie based off of a video game was worse (has to be Mario Bros.) what isn't discussed is what movie would make a really bad video game.

COMMENT:

TheManWithNoName

Street Fighter: The Movie: The Game.

Oh wait they already made that one.

Cool movie Comments #2

2009-06-11T08:30:00.000-07:00

From a FirstShowing.net item:

ShoWest: Sherlock Holmes is a Comedy? Is It That Bad?

The first thing you need to know is that this isn't the Sherlock Holmes you know… It a funky way, it's kind of like if Snatch were about a British detective from the 1800s, which is exactly what it is, thanks to Guy Ritchie writing and directing.

COMMENTS:

Colin Boyd on Mar 31, 2009
Whose signature top hat is Downey wearing? Mr. Peanut's? Holmes wore a deerstalker.

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~ShadouNote: Most of the commenters liked the fun feel of the Sherlock Holmes movie. I... have reservations about that. That's why I think the comment was cool.
Darn.

Cool movie Comments #1

2009-06-11T08:06:00.000-07:00

Rumor: Stephen Sommers Fired Mid-Way Through G.I. Joe?

This sounds like the kind of story we'd usually hear coming from Fox, but this time it's Paramount. A user on the Don Murphy Message Boards (via Latino Review) has posted an unverified story detailing a behind-the-scenes fiasco regarding the upcoming G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra movie.

COMMENTS:
#4
L on Jun 11, 2009
Marlon Wayans is always the red flag for a movie. I figure Hell is kind of like a nonstop Marlon Wayan's reel.

#7
Bahumbug on Jun 11, 2009
I'm quick to remind everyone that he was excellent in Requiem For A Dream…. but then I remember White Chicks.

Trailer: Scorcese's Shutter Island

2009-06-11T07:43:00.000-07:00

Just discovered this item Dugg from a FirstShowing.net item:

Shutter Island, based on an Alfred Hitchcock novel (which I actually only heard about from the film), is already in post-production as listed in IMDB.com.

Shutter Island is directed by Martin Scorsese and stars Leonardo di Caprio who has also starred in Scorsese's The Aviator, The Departed, and Gangs of New York.

Cool Digg Comments #2

2009-06-10T21:55:00.000-07:00

Hole-y Cow! Literally!

ans.iastate.edu — A man sticks his arm inside a cow fistula. Enters different dimension.

COMMENTS:

chrispchiken
You can take a good look at a T-Bone by sticking your head up a butcher's ass but wouldn't you rather take the bull's word for it?

fluidfoundation
The fastest way to a cow's heart is through it's stomach.

Cool Digg (engadget) Comments #1

2009-06-10T07:40:00.000-07:00

From a dugg engadget.com article

"Palm Pre Cheat: upupdowndownleftrightleftrightbastart"

"... from the launcher screen of your Pre, simply type in the phrase "upupdowndownleftrightleftrightbastart"... and up comes a hidden app called "Developer Mode Enabler.""

COMMENT:

amitait
On the iPhone it's:
stevejobsisthekingandwelovehimsomuch

And then you get to pay Apple 500$.

Win With Computerworld Survey (U.S.)

2009-06-10T02:42:00.000-07:00

U.S. survey - win prizes

http://www.computerworld.com/html/research/salarysurvey_interstitial/salary_survey_2009_interstitial.html

What's happened to your paycheck this year? How are other IT professionals with your experience and credentials faring in these tough economic times? With help from you and your IT colleagues across the country, Computerworld will shine a bright light on IT compensation trends with results from our 23rd Annual IT Professionals Salary Survey.

Survey results and feature stories that offer practical career advice will be published this fall in Computerworld magazine and online at Computerworld.com. The issue will offer detailed information on average salaries and bonuses, by title, industry and other factors. You'll be able to compare your organization's compensation plans with those of other organizations and look at the hottest areas of the country for IT pay. Also, our online salary tool will allow Web visitors to compare their salary to results from our 2009 Salary Survey. Look for it this fall at Computerworld.com.

We need your help! This survey takes less than 15 minutes to complete. Your answers will be kept confidential, and the results will be presented in aggregate form only.

Once you have completed the survey, you may enter a drawing to win 1 of 10 iPod shuffle AND iHome iHM77 Stereo Mini Speaker sets (combined value of $128.95), featuring the new 4GB, 1,000 song iPod shuffle AND the iHome portable capsule stereo mini speakers!

The drawing is open to legal U.S. residents, age 18 or older. For complete drawing rules, click here.

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Please click "I ACCEPT" to indicate to us that you have read and understand Computerworld's privacy policy. Thank you.

photos - Pasayahan sa Lucena 2009

2009-05-25T09:31:00.001-07:00

Pasayahan sa Lucena 2009
Originally uploaded by adobo express

Last night, I went to the center of Lucena City to watch my friend Vivien who invited me to a fashion show dubbed "longest ramp" (Yes, it was long -- as long as about 2-3 basketball courts).
I met a good friend Brian there who was taking photos with his nifty dSLR. (We first became friends through music as we were band members, and now he's taking photography as a hobby -- and apparently seriously.)

Yesterday I missed the Flores de Mayo of some beautiful showbiz personalities because I had to help my friend Raymond with his buggy Windows system (Thanks, Microsoft). Good thing I met Brian last night. This shot is of the oh, so pretty Maja Salvador (TV: May Bukas Pa, Kapitan Boom, film: My Kuya's Wedding, First Day High), one of my favorites in his "Flores de Mayo 2009" shots.

So, thanks for sharing, Brian, and keep them coming! ;')

(Haaah... Majaaa...)

Flickr

2009-05-25T09:00:00.001-07:00

This is a test post from , a fancy photo sharing thing.

Film Casting! Apply now!

2009-04-25T08:14:00.000-07:00

So you wanna be a star, huh?

Stephanie Mae Bell* needs applicants!

[location is probably somewhere in the U.S.]:

"
I am needing to fill 75 extra positions for a film.

You will make roughly $100/day and shooting will take aprox. 2 days depending on what happens.

If you have never been an extra make sure you show up on time as doors will be closed on time and you will be turned away if not on time.

You will need to fill out your information and get a portfolio started, it was free but because we are sending this out to so many people and we need to qualify who we work with we will charge a $1.99 fee for the coaching call and for setting up your portfolio on your own site, which we will set up as well.

You will find out more about this shoot and other shoots around town here:
http://sn.im/hollywoodprofiles

Call me if you have any questions.

Stephanie

270-778-7458
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*She's a Facebook contact ~theShadoufang
+I've also published this in my blog Shadouness (my blog on more personal things).

Forget Vista, There's Something Beta

2009-01-08T01:38:00.000-08:00

Here's an exciting news (to me at least, and to all the geeks out there): Windows 7 Beta is officially out!

According to news posted on Softpedia, Microsoft will officially release the new OS tomorrow, 9th of January, to the public. There's a limitation, however, as it's exclusive to TechNet Plus and MSDN subscribers for the moment.

The release was meant for testing and evaluation by IT professionals, according to Celine Allee, Windows Client director.

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If you've read my short mention of Vista in one of my previous posts here (Goodby WinXP... Goodbye World), then you have some idea about my moderate hate towards Vista. My choice, then was to stick to Windows XP or wait for the OS after Vista -- i.e. Windows 7 -- which I think has been around no more than 3 months after the official release of Vista.

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[Discovered this while looking for the DAMN NFO Viewer]

MORE WINDOWS 7:

Windows 7 on Wikipedia

Windows 7 on www.Microsoft.com

Windows 7 News

Windows 7 FAQ on Paul Thurrott's Supersite for Windows - one of my best sources for Windows OS news and information.

Computers for the old -- a poem

2008-12-05T03:19:00.000-08:00

[found on a forum. --Shadou]

A Poem For Those Over 30

A computer was something on TV
From a science fiction show of note
A window was something you hated to clean
And ram was the cousin of a goat.

Meg was the name of your girlfriend
And gig was a job for the nights
Now they all mean different things
And that really mega bites.

An application was for employment
A program was a TV show
A curser used profanity
A keyboard was a piano.

Memory was something that you lost with age
A CD was a bank account
And if you had a 3 inch floppy
You hoped nobody found out.

Compress was something you did to the garbage
Not something you did to a file.
And if you unzipped anything in public
You'd be in jail for awhile.

Log on was adding wood to the fire
Hard drive a long trip on the road
A mouse pad was where a mouse lived
And a back up happened to your commode.

Cut you did with a pocket knife.
Paste you did with glue
A web was a spider's home
And a virus was the flu.

I guess I'll stick to my pad and paper
And the memory in my head
I hear nobody's been killed in a computer crash
But when it happens, they'll wish they were dead.

My Computer is 'She'

2008-12-05T02:13:00.000-08:00

[found posted on a forum. --Shadou]

Five reasons computers must be female...

5.- No one but their creator understands their internal logic.

4.- Even your smallest mistakes are immediately committed to memory for future reference.

3.- The native language used to communicate with other computers is incomprehensible to everyone else.

2.- The message, "Bad command or filename", is about as informative as "if you don't know why I'm mad at you, then I'm certainly not going to tell you".

1.- As soon as you make a commitment to one, you find yourself spending half your paycheck on accessories for it.

ShadouTech created!

2008-11-19T11:33:00.000-08:00

Technological and technical* stuff. See it here.

*By "technical", I mean scientific, computerific, experimentific... things. I'd probably also include art and literature there. I could have named this "ShadouSci", but "ShadouTech" for me just sounded better.
Besides, if I used "ShadouSci" and told you that it's about things of pure and applied science, someone would probably be offended :'p

Don't bother to object. Unless you want to make me smile ='D
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