Wednesday, November 26, 2008

FAT List mock format #1

-search warrant to a mainframe hacker-

Court Issued Search Warrant 
Issued November 29, 2008

This is a search warrant granted by the township of Sometown, USA. This search warrant entitles the Officers of the STPD to search and seize all computer and hacking related belongings of the suspect, Mr. John B. Smith of 123 Main Street. The suspect himself is also to be taken into custody. The suspect is suspected of hacking the mainframe of a government website and posting terroristic threats on it.  Consider the suspect armed and dangerous. Use force if necessary.

Criminal Background:

John B. Smith has a history of hacking. He has previously hacked numerous websites including his town of residence's website, also posting threats. He was released on a lack of evidence, as at the time he lived in an apartment complex. Handguns and explosive-making materials have also been found at the scene. The suspect was also brought in by street patrol under the influence of a methamphetamine.

Therefore, I, Judge Carlos, on the behalf of Sometown, USA authorize the forced entry of the residence of Mr. John B. Smith for violating a federal law. Use force if necessary to contain. The suspect may be under the influence of a controlled substance.
Judge Carlos

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

iChat


I don't get it, what's the big deal with iChatting during school? You're supposed to be doing work. That's what school is for, to learn, to do work, not chat online with your friends. It's not going to get you anywhere. Why does everyone want it? You can chat when you get home.  If anyone has a good reason to be able to iChat during school, please leave a comment below.


Thanks for the hatred!

Friday, November 21, 2008

iPhone 2.2 software for iPhone, iPod touch



And around I go again! Apple last night released iPhone Firmware Update 2.2, for the iPhone and the iPod touch. This update includes:
  • Google Street View (only for iPhone, for some disturbed reason)
  • Ability to download Podcasts directly from the iTunes store on your iPhone/iPod touch
  • When the Home button is depressed from any home screen, it will automatically send you to your first home screen.
  • Safari and Mail Inprovements
To download, open iTunes, plug in your device, and click "Check for Updates."

~Justin

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Coincidence.

Coincidence. Do you believe it? Is is random? Is there some sort of force behind it? I think it's just all random. Look at it like it was supposed to happen. For example, I had to call my mom to tell her I would be right out of school when discovering I had two missed calls from her. Why wouldn't she call again? She did. So it was going to happen anyway. Well that's all I kinda have to say here, so have a happy iPhone app PSA free day!


~Justin

Monday, November 17, 2008

RovioDriver for the iPhone, iPod Touch

*Sigh* It seems all I talk about here are iPhone apps, but I can't help it... maybe there will be something new... probably... wait... yeah. Anyhow, ever here of something called Rovio? (See Graphic I) Well it is this home surveillance mobile webcam with its own docking station and other amazing stuff. I don't feel like explaining all of it so CLICK HERE to see it. TRUST ME, you won't be disappointed. 

An iPhone developer recently released his first app called "RovioDriver" (See Graphic II) which allows you to drive your Rovio using the accelerometer and touch screen on your iPhone or iPod Touch, as Rovio is normally controlled by a desktop interface, this is a great jump. CLICK HERE for iTunes Link. "RovioDriver" is available for free.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT "ROVIODRIVER" IS NOT A GAME. IT IS STRICTLY A MOBILE INTERFACE FOR CONTROLLING YOUR ROVIO, SO YOU NEED TO OWN ONE.*



~Justin

Friday, November 14, 2008

Meet The New MacBook Pro


Carved out of a solid brick of aluminum. Pretty, ain't it? Check it out at Apple.com/MacBookPro.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Weather Channel App released for iPhone, iPod Touch

The Weather Channel recently released its "The Weather Channel©" Application in the iTunes App Store. This application will be in competition with Apple's integrated Weather app, Weatherbug's application and more. "The Weather Channel©" is available for free in the App Store. (iTunes Link)


Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Thumbspeak

I thought "Thumbspeak" was a very good article. It really gave some in-depth information of texting and why and how people use it. I'm not a big text-er, so a lot of the information was new to me. The article claims that people are pressured to respond quickly to a text, I'm not. I don't believe in that no quick response=dishonor thing. Also, whatever amount that I do text, it certainly doesn't mess up my regular writing and typing.

I am not pressured to respond quickly, unless it requires a quick response. Jeez people---just keep patient! I'll get to you when I'm ready to hurt my fingers. No quick-response=dishonor? What are people talking about? Give the "rcv3r" some respect, maybe they have to think about what they're about to text.

Alright, I'll admit it, I do use the occasional "u" or "ur," but that doesn't affect my writing. (Just a quick side note, unless a text-er has a full QWERTY keyboard, it's a lot quicker to type "at" instead of "@," because there are far less keystrokes required.) I actually try to use full words, occasionally swapping an "o" for a "0" (zero). So final opinion on texting: If the message isn't that important, I'll text, but if it is, like, "Don't come over now! I have an emergency doctor appointment!" I'll initiate a telephone call. (HA! He said telephone!)


"kthxbye!"

~Justin