Category: Technology

Fail: Whirlpool Duet Washing Machine

Wow.. This really has been a week of technology failures. First I get the Red Ring of Death on my XBox 360 now I’m challenged with the well known F11 error on our Whirpool Duet Washing Machine. I’ve always purchased used washers and dryers and have great luck. Usually the used appliance will last 5 years […]

Wednesday August 19th, 2009 in Reviews, Technology | No Comments »

PR: TriCaster to Stream Miss Universe Preliminary Competion

Miss Universe’s First Live Stream will Utilize Ustream’s Broadcast Platform to Deliver High Quality, Premium Content to the Internet Audience via NewTek TriCaster™ Portable Live Production System NEW YORK, NY – August 13, 2009 – The Miss Universe Organization, Ustream and NewTek announced today that the 2009 MISS UNIVERSE® Preliminary Competition (Presentation Show) will be […]

Friday August 14th, 2009 in Entertainment, NewTek, Technology | No Comments »

XBox 360 – 3 Red Lights of DEATH!!

I’ve heard horror stories of XBox 360 owners around the globe who have been hit by the “Red Ring of Death” aka Three red LEDs. Tonight I joined those ranks. After calling Microsoft for a repair, I learned that my XBox was out of warranty and the repair would cost $100!! A $400 game console […]

Wednesday August 12th, 2009 in Entertainment, Technology | 1 Comment »

Early Review of GI Joe – Ain’t it Cool News

As a GI Joe fan since the day I was born, I’ve been eagerly awaiting the release of the GI Joe movie.. Here is an early review of the movie from the legendary film site, Ain’t it Cool News. I was expecting this movie to be far more jokey, tons of cheese and really serious […]

Tuesday August 4th, 2009 in Entertainment, Technology | No Comments »

William Vaughan turns KISS into M&M’s!

LightWave legend, William Vaugh aka Proton recently created an awesome KISS ad for M&M’s. William is also the creator of Tofu the Vegan Zombie! See more of Williams work HERE

Monday August 3rd, 2009 in Entertainment, NewTek, Technology | 3 Comments »

NewTek TriCaster™ at ESPN X Games 2009

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – July 27, 2009 – NewTek Inc., manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation products, today announced that TriCaster™ portable live production and virtual set system will be used by the ESPN X Games® July 30 to August 2, 2009 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. TriCaster will be sending live […]

Saturday August 1st, 2009 in Entertainment, NewTek, Sports, Technology | 1 Comment »

PR: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Chooses NewTek TriCaster to Record and Archive Programming

(July 20, 2009) San Antonio, TX NewTek Inc., manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation  products, today announced that TriCaster portable live production and  virtual set system will be used by the Country Music Hall of Fame and  Museum to record and archive many of its programs for on demand viewing  at www.countrymusichalloffame.com. “Our mission […]

Tuesday July 21st, 2009 in Interview, NewTek, Technology | No Comments »

How To: Linking Twitter to Facebook

I’m a fan of most social media tools and found it to be cumbersome to keep each one individually updated. Here is a quick tutorial on linking your Twitter account with Facebook. 1. Search for Twitter in Facebook 2. At the top of the Search Results box, select “Applications” 3. Click on the “Twitter” application […]

Monday July 13th, 2009 in Technology | 2 Comments »

PR: NewTek TriCaster™ to Live Stream 2009 UFC Fan Expo

NewTek TriCaster™ to Live Stream 2009 UFC Fan Expo SAN ANTONIO, Texas – July 09, 2009 – NewTek Inc., manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation products, today announced that TriCaster™ portable live production and virtual set system will be used to live stream the Ultimate Fighting Championship® (UFC) Fan Expo, July 10 and 11 […]

Thursday July 9th, 2009 in Interview, NewTek, Sports, Technology | No Comments »

Tweeting a Blind Date!

Tech legend, kr8tr aka Rob La Gesse of Building 43 always has interesting stories to tell but I think his “Twittering a Blind Date” post is classic.. Some highlights of the Date.. kr8tr BDU 5 – ok. got caught typing on my phone. Disapproving look from the PHD. Not good. Will be more discreet. ABOUT […]