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Why does this not seem like the same Pizza Hut that I've been to?

One of the new guys (but I didn't say who, Chris, so they won't know it's you...) has apparently not heard of Homestar Runner before. This made me think that there are a few sites out there that I thought everyone knew about, but apparently some people haven't heard yet.

1. A funny site (this is the Homestar Runner)
2. A site with some tech news (for Nar)
3. Some good links
4. #3 seemed to be a mirror, but there's a new site with a hierarchical approach
5. Or you can just search for stuff
6. Another funny site
7. A site with reviews of new electronics (and a sister site about cars)
8. What we all really need, just in case
9. Software listing on the web, no more need for archie
10. Satellite maps of your house
11. Language translations
12. Online shopping
13. Free books

And that's about it. They're always adding new sites to the Internet, so I'll try and post about them when I hear something...

UMPC nee Origami isn't anything new, but Microsoft and Intel want to weigh in. One thing that is new is some interfaces including this swell new touch-screen thumb-pad that Microsoft has licensed for the UMPC:

This, of course, means that I've spent too much, too soon on my PSP and my new phone, but that's the price to pay when you're a gadget freak like me, ne?

The Ultra-Mobile PC is portable, lightweight, and configured to connect on the go. It’s the device that you’ll always want with you.

[ Ultra-Mobile PC - Go Everywhere. Do Everything. ]

Though, perhaps I'm not getting it. It sounds like a tablet PC. Is it better? Cheaper? Or is this a super-big WinCE device that finally has some power, a real OS, full connectivity? Perhaps it's just the time to hit a striking point between the 2. A sort of "life drive" killer...

The big question, of course, is how much money will I be spending to buy one... ;-)

I ♥ GameFly. And now they're giving me deeper discounts, and $20 a year in stuff:

Remember, your GameFly Rewards never stop! When you reach Level 3, you'll get 5 GameFly Dollars every 3 months and 10% off all purchases as long as you remain a member.

[ Video Game Rentals: Rent or Buy PS2, Xbox, Xbox 360, GameCube, GBA, DS, PSP Games ]

And I know that thousands of potential candidates read my blog, so here's the quick description:

At Doceus, our Senior Interactive Designers create dynamic and exciting facades for web applications for small to midsize businesses, associations, and non-profit organizations. Duties include conducting creative workshops, devising information architecture, creating fresh websites, building flash presentations, and helping clients achieve their goals by leveraging solid design techniques.

[ doceus :: accelerate success ]

I'll rush back to my desk now, so I can handle the flood of resumes.

Total Commander is a File Manager, FTP, Registry Editor, LAN browser, all-in-one app for your Windows Mobile device. The price is right (free) and it appears to be happy to run off of a expansion card.

As always, use caution when hacking that registry!

Simply place .mp3, .wma (including DRM WMA!), or .midi files in the root folder of your "Storage Card" and they will be available as a ringtone for your phone!

Check all of the "ringtones sites" you want, I think this is the only way to get a Dengue Fever ringtone!

Everyone is on the "bluetooth handsfree wagon", it seems. Motorola, Logitech, Jabra, Fischer Price... But which one to get. So far this looks the best to me, but how can I be certain?

• No additional phone dongle needed to enjoy 10 meters (30 feet) of range. It also works with your Bluetooth-compatible PC. And Bluetooth v1.2 gives you adaptive frequency hopping, quick connect time, and improved audio quality.
• WindStop technology enables clear conversations in adverse conditions by reducing the disruptive effects of wind noise, including automobile air conditioners.
• Rotating clip conveniently fits either ear, and lightweight soft foam ear pad stays comfortable even after long talk sessions.
• Enjoy up to 7 hours of talk time or up to 250 hours of standby time between charges.
• Call/answer button on the headset lets you conduct calls without having to pick up the phone. The Logitech Mobile Freedom Headset also supports several features built into many handsets, such as voice dialing, three-way calling, and m 

[ Amazon.com: Logitech Mobile Freedom Bluetooth Headset: Cell Phones ]

Anyone have any opinions on the subject?

It's no secret that the Windows Mobile today screen is a bit weak. I've tried 1/2 a dozen things before, but never this one. It looks pretty cool:

Your Today screen just became Tomorrow’s screen! You’ve never been able to manage your life from the Today screen before

[ SBSH Mobile Software - Making smaller bigger ]

The better memory/application handling built into this makes it a no-brainer at $9.99:

WisBar Advance 2 expands upon the successful task management features found in the original WisBar Advance. Now more tightly integrated with the PocketPC operating system, WisBar Advance provides greater responsiveness and a richer user experience.

[ Lakeridge Software ]

And it has a light skinning engine to boot! So my Microsoft device can look like an Apple... (or Red Hat if I can find that skin...)

I'm rather certain I've blogged about this gem before:

Athan and recitation before the Athan even when the device is off. Also, This software contains Prayer table, Prayer schedule , Hijri Calendar and Hijri to Georgian conversion, Qibla according to your location and position of the sun. Furthermore, it contains lunar calendar, moon age and Islamic Holidays Added to your calendar. Finally, it support Today Screen plugging display to display the prayer time and date in Hijri and to control the Azan voice.

[ Pocket Islam Smartphone ]

For any gadget geek Muslim with a Windows Mobile device, this one is a must.

It will be interesting to see how much of CRM this client supports.

Microsoft Business Solutions CRM Mobile is a mobile client for Microsoft CRM v1.2. Microsoft CRM Mobile provides salespeople with up-to-date information about their accounts and contacts, and helps them manage sales opportunities and track sales-related activities.

[ Download details: Microsoft CRM Mobile 1.2 ]

I'm most interested in "cases", which I've heard much about, and we may be using to support a trouble ticket like system.

How is this an add on?

With Microsoft Global Contact Access, you can use Pocket Outlook on your Windows Mobile powered Smartphone or Pocket PC Phone Edition to look up contacts in the Global Address List (GAL) on your corporate Exchange server.

[ Microsoft Global Contact Access for Windows Mobile powered Devices ]

Optional I can see, but it's called Pocket Outlook, not Pocket Mail. I guess I should be happy that it exists at all.

Update: This seems to be a big piece of poo. Perhaps I have to punch more holes in the firewall...

Bye bye Sidekick, hello Windows:

The new T-Mobile MDA is a messaging powerhouse, with a full keyboard that slides away plus GSM, GPRS, EDGE, and the extra speed you need to take advantage of the T-Mobile Total Internet network

[ T-Mobile MDA ]

Personalized plates, in seconds, under $10!

www.dmvnow.com

The all-new Official Nintendo Magazine is your one-stop shop for all things Nintendo. As the only magazine team to work directly with Nintendo we'll always be the first on the street with all the latest news, previews and events, as well as insider info and in-depth features that other magazines can only dream of.

[ myfavouritemagazines - Cross Stitcher ]

Not woth the $100 US that it would take for me to get it, but all my peeps in the UK might want to check this out. (It even seems a bit expensive in Ireland at €73 a year). Any-which-way it is good news for Euro-Ninty-Fan-Boys.

I've been loving my PSP browser (included in OS 2.x) but a DS browser? That means a stylus? Hot.

In Opera's agreement with Nintendo, Nintendo DS users will now be able to surf the full Internet from their systems using the Opera browser. The Opera browser for Nintendo DS will be sold as a DS card. Users simply insert the card into the Wi- Fi enabled Nintendo DS, connect to a network, and begin browsing on two screens.

[ Giving gamers two windows to the Web: The Opera Browser for Nintendo DS™ ]

The question is, does Yaty need a 2nd DS to browse websites for Animal Crossing friend codes?