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Google Chrome

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008

Google’s Chrome browser came out today. Things are different now. It’s built on webkit, has a great UI, is super fast, and speaks to the future of the web and humanity. It’s about the open access to information and the Open concept.

We can’t wait for the Mac version and developers to publish plugins! This changes everything and anyone who makes it about marketing or hype just doesn’t get it - and they don’t matter. Sorry, but it’s true.

Suddenly, the “browser wars” seem silly. It’s about the future. Let’s all enjoy this moment.

the waterpik ecoflow, 1.5 g.p.m. low flow shower head. fantastic product, terrible packaging.

Sunday, June 15th, 2008

In the ever present drive to make small yet measure-able changes which, just maybe, might help make things a little bit better, the EcoFlow 5 Mode product was purchased.

It seems to retail for no less than $50, but if one were to purchase it via Bed, Bath, & Beyond, while citing the $5 rebate/discount available from the manufacturer, they’ll match that price; Add that to the 20% coupon going around, and it’s still a pricey purchase, but not quite so.

Installation was quit painless. There was a very slight slow single drip leak from the primary attachment which tightened up on it’s own after a couple weeks. It would be advisable not to tighten too tight initially as the plastic ball valve could easily be damaged.

The product experience is fantastic; The handheld mount works great, though not often used; Several modes of spray, all function well, though not often used; No sensation of lack of water pressure at all; And a great “pause” feature which further reduces water flow (though not completely - the primary shower faucet is still required for that) for those shower moments (while soaping) when running water is actually making the task more difficult.

Round off the experience with a cute 4-minute timer, and there exists the possibility of a 6 gallon shower. This particular installation and usage tends to produce showers in the four to 8 minute range.

The Dirty Secret

The packaging for this product is terrible. It is mind-numbing how something so considerate in purpose could come in such an offensive container. Follow the well-meaning crowd and send them an email requesting that they change to more sensible packaging. And if you care to - notice the lady on the page before.