Chromecast Has Arrived! - When Google announced Chromecast, I immediately pre-ordered one from the Google Play Store.
Later that day, I decided I needed at least two units and tried to add another unit to my order with Google. The Google Play Store, however, showed the unit as out of stock. I ordered a second unit from Amazon.com.
Monday, I received a message from Google indicating that the Chromecast I had on order there would be delivered on Friday, August 9.
Yesterday, I received a message from Amazon.com stating that the Chromecast I had on order was expected to ship in late October!
I was very surprised and very displeased.
Yesterday, I received an email coupon from Google. I redeemed it and was credited with three free months of Netflix. Since I was already a subscriber, Netflix credited my account.
At $35, Chromecast is a bargain. At a net cost of $11, it is an incredible bargain!
Today, the Chromecast I ordered from Google arrived.
I easily cast tabs from the Google Chrome browser on my HP graphic workstation. I cast YouTube videos form my Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone. I cast Netflix from my ASUS Google Nexus 7 2013. All casts took place quickly and without issue. The Chromecast is an amazing device.
I received an email from Amazon.com today stating that their previous email was in error, and the Chromecast I have on order there should arrive late this month. I am eager for it, since the unit I have been using here at my office must follow me home today!
Friday, August 09, 2013
Friday Update: Chromecast Has Arrived!
Monday, July 29, 2013
Nexus 7 2013, Chromecast, Caviar, and Enjoy!
Google Nexus 7 2013 - When the original Nexus 7 was announced, I pre-ordered one. I was eager to add this device to my arsenal of Android wireless handheld devices.
Laura and I have ASUS Transformer Prime 10" Android tablets. These tablets are incredible. They feature detatchable keyboards with integrated trackpads and are very capable replacements for laptop computers. They are, necessarily, relatively large and heavy (albeit only by handheld wireless device standards). The 7" Nexus 7 seemed ideal for general daily use. I had been fully satisfied with the build quality of the Prime, and the Nexus 7 was produced by the same manufacturer, ASUS, so I felt confident it would be a quality product.
I quickly fell under the thrall of the Nexus 7! Within a few days, it became the device without which I would not travel. It accompanied me everywhere.
When it was announced that the Nexus 7 2013 would soon be released, I immediately pre-ordered one. It was being manufactured by ASUS once again and featured higher resolution, a front-facing camera (in addition to the rear-facing camera of the original model), increased memory, faster processor, etc., etc.
I was fortunate enough to have my pre-order processed well ahead of the stated release date of July 30th! I tracked the shipment of my Nexus 7 2013 and determined it is on the Big Brown Truck and is due to be delivered this morning!
I fixed my gaze to the live Web cam feed on my desktop—awaiting the arrival of the Big Brown Truck!
My pulse became rapid and irregular, and soon I swooned!
Fortunately, I was tended to by clients and soon fully regained my composure and am now impatiently awaiting the arrival of my new Nexus 7 2013!
Chromecast - I have a Google Chromecast unit pre-ordered as well. It will be warmly welcomed into our family of Android devices!
Caviar - Saturday, Laura and I enjoyed some of the delightful caviar that she gave me earlier in the week. She had never eaten caviar previously. She thoroughly enjoyed it. It had been some time since I had eaten caviar, so this was a great treat for me. Enjoy! - Relax (I cannot!) and enjoy!
Friday, July 26, 2013
Hot Weather, Nexus 7 2013, and TGIF!
Hot Weather - The hot weather from which we have been suffering for what seems an interminable period is forecast to continue through the weekend! Nexus 7 2013 - I have used a Nexus 7 2012 since its release last year. I have thoroughly enjoyed it and use it throughout the day. I also use an ASUS Transformer Prime Android tablet. It is awesome, but at times the size of the Transformer Prime makes it less comfortable to use than the relatively small size and weight of the Nexus 7.
I enjoy summer, but this heat wave has well outlived its attractiveness! It is time for the temperature to fall below 100°!
During such periods, it is critical that one remains hydrated! One must be cautious to drink water throughout the day!
The weatherpeople predict that next week will see temperatures in the mid-to-high 90s in this area, and that will seem positively frosty compared to the 110°+ we have seen for the last several weeks!
One must be alert and watch for warning signs of heat stroke and what to do if one's pet becomes overheated!
Other than staying indoors, relaxing in air-conditioned comfort, it is difficult finding respite from the heat, and innovative measures must be employed!
I have a Nexus 7 2013 on order (along with a Google Chromecast dongle) and am excitedly awaiting its arrival.
TGIF - Enjoy the weekend, and be cautious of the hot weather!