Author Archives: Jim

Launchers, Phones, and Books, oh my!

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Jim

Well, I’m back to using ADW as my tablet’s launcher.  Tons more room per screen and enough options to keep me happy.  I found that even the Android 4 stock launcher has a few issues that drive me nuts.  The … Continue reading →

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A deeper look

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Jim

At the moment I’m trying to tolerate the stock launcher in Android 4.  Here’s a look at my new main home screen.  Kinda sparse, but that’s the best I can do with it.  I do like a lot of other … Continue reading →

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First Impressions of Android 4

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Jim

Android 4, also known as “Ice Cream Sandwich” or “ICS”, has been out for a few months in the Android community, first as just a “raw” version from Android, and most recently as the newest OS for Android phones and … Continue reading →

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Rick takes a tumble

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Jim

Rick (Sandy’s brother) took a fall last night.  He got up when George had to use the restroom, tripped over a pile of clothes, knocked some ceramic figurines onto the floor, then landed on one of them.  He cut a … Continue reading →

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Ready Player One

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Jim

I’ve been reading another great audiobook this week.  It’s “Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline.   It’s read by Wil Wheaton, which is what attracted me to it, since I’m a big fan of his.  And as it turns out, there’s … Continue reading →

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New Years Resolution

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Jim

I’ve been sick all the way through the holidays, and every year I have a cold through winter that lasts pretty much until spring.  I hate winter.  I used to love it.  I’m realizing more each year why older people … Continue reading →

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Christmas Photos

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Jim

Our Christmas photos are now online.  Click the thumbnail to view.  Sandy and I were (and are still) sick with very bad colds, so we didn’t have such a great time.  As they say though, it’s for the kids, and … Continue reading →

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Christmas is approaching fast, ready or not

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Jim

Here it comes.  I’m way beyond sick of Christmas music this season, thanks to WMYX starting it up 24/7 the day after Halloween…sheesh.  I’ve already watched some of my must-see annual holiday classics:  Miracle on 34th Street (the original 1947 … Continue reading →

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Alternate Android Launcher

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Jim

One big advantage Android devices have over Apple is their ability not only to to allow the user to completely customize their  home screens using widgets and icons, but to change the entire “launcher” app itself!  This is the interface … Continue reading →

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10 apps for 10 cents each for 10 days!

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Jim

Google just hit 10 billion downloads in the Android Market, so to celebrate they have worked with their top developers to offer a huge 10-day sale!  Some of the best (and most expensive) paid apps in the market will be … Continue reading →

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