Archive for October, 2007

Interview with Ang Lee - CNN.com

Monday, October 8th, 2007

Interview with Ang Lee - CNN.com

Here’s an interesting interview with one of my favorite directors. There’s not a lot of new information in there, but you at least get a sense of his character.

Happy Linux Thoughts: Reasons why I love Microsoft’s Operating sytems

Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007

Happy Linux Thoughts: Reasons why I love Microsoft’s Operating sytems

Brilliant, tasty little satirical morsel for your enjoyment.

I should also file this under jealousy that this is only the fifth entry and it’s already been Dugg to the front page. Bother.

Asians still keep the cool stuff

Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007

A mall in Beijing has installed a technological wonder. It’s basically the ceiling of a covered walkway. The difference is that the walkway is covered with 5 LCD screens working together to provide a video experience unlike anything you’ll ever see. Currently, it’s running animations that simulate an aquarium. In this video, it’s as though you’re a scuba diver caught in a flock of sharks, looking up into the glowing heavens.

This screen apparently cost USD 32 million.

Dammit, why do the Asians keep all the cool stuff for themselves?