KitKat - I have been feverishly checking for a system update since reading KitKat was being released. In the News - They walk among us! Enjoy - Relax and enjoy these images and videos!
Finally, yesterday, my efforts were rewarded by this notification:
KitKat is awesome! If you have a Nexus device (4, 7, or 10), by all means check for the availability of a KitKat system update! If you have a Nexus 5, it undoubtedly shipped with KitKat.
To learn more about KitKat, visit the official Google KitKat Web site CLICK HERE!
Friday, November 22, 2013
KitKat, In the News, and Enjoy
Friday, August 09, 2013
Friday Update: Chromecast Has Arrived!
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!
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Operation Wicked Web and Bizarre News
Operation "Wicked Web" - A three-month undercover investigation in Tehama County dubbed "Operation Wicked Web" has culminated with the arrests of 26 people, including one minor. District attorney investigators have been identifying people who use the Internet for criminal activity, specifically narcotics dealers and sexual predators.
Investigators arranged to buy and sell drugs with people they met while chatting online. Authorities also posed as underage children and talked with persons who were interested in having sex with minors. In each case, the persons were identified and subsequently arrested. Bizarre News -
As always, today's news is replete with oddities.
Here are Photographs, Names, and Charges of Suspects in "Operation Wicket Web":
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Cash or Charge?, Crime and Punishment, -and- I Spy
Cash or Charge? - doomsday cult says credit cards satanic
Crime and Punishment - hoax caller jailed for four years
I Spy - CIA enlists Google's help
On this day in history: April 1, 1996 - Wilson Pickett arrested for possession of cocaine, after a screaming, bloodied woman is seen running from his house.
Born on this day in history: April 1, 1932 - Debbie Reynolds (1932-) Born Mary Frances Reynolds in El Paso, TX, actress Debbie Reynolds gained notice in musical "The Daughter of Rosie O'Grady" (1950), and is best known for "Singin' in the Rain" (1952), opposite Gene Kelly. In 1964, she won an Oscar for "The Unsinkable Molly Brown." In later years, Reynolds has split her time among stage, screen and TV appearances.
Scripture of the Day: Answer me when I call to you, O my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; be merciful to me and hear my prayer. - Psalm 4:1
Video of the Day: A Bad Cat Day - submitted by Laura
What a difference the wind makes! My first thought when exiting our home this morning was that it was significantly warmer than yesterday morning. I quickly realized that it merely appeared to be warmer, because there was no wind! The strong wind that has plagued us for many days has abated—hopefully, for a long while! The weather forecasts have changed: Rain had been predicted for Wednesday. Now, the forecast is for sunshine and temperatures in the low 70s. This sounds considerably better!
For dinner last evening, we had penne with Johnsonville hot Italian sausage. I cooked a box of Barilla penne until al dente, drained, and set aside. I sliced white onion, red bell pepper, eight white mushrooms, a head of peeled garlic, and grilled Johnsonville hot Italian sausage. Laura seasoned this with Tony Chachere's More Spice and ground black pepper and sautéed in extra-virgin olive oil. When this was cooked, she added the penne, turned the burner to medium-low, and stirred several times. At the table, we added crushed red peppers and DiGiorno Parmesan cheese. It was delightful. We enjoyed a nice bottle of Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon.