Author Archives: Tom Long

RIP GB-PVR

One popular option for those who have Windows XP without the Windows Media Center has been GB-PVR.  It was a nice program once one got past setting up the electronic program guide (EPG).  That little step made it unlikely that … Continue reading

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A Week for Geeks 3

This isn’t everything important that happened this week, but I wanted to highlight some of the stories I found interesting.  Be sure to check the links to the full stories in which we share an interest. Android Now that I’m … Continue reading

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iPhone Lament

Oh, iPhone, iPhone wherefore art thou, my iPhone? “I’ve run off with a scurrilous loser, AT&T that loved to abuse you.” Oh, iPhone, iPhone, who can replace mi amor No Xtreme or Incredible can be found in the stores. Ride … Continue reading

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WWDC 2010

Steve Jobs has completed his keynote address.  It sounds like the iPhone 4 is going to be a solid competitor with the HTC EVO 4G.  The video chat will require a wireless connection for now but Qik and Sprint found … Continue reading

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A Week for Geeks 2

AT&T Data Plan Changes Two days before at&t raised their smart phone early termination fee (ETF), I cancelled my contract with at&t.  There were just too many places where I couldn’t get service.  I have since been suffering terribly from … Continue reading

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