Category Archives: Apple

Friday Miscellanea (Midsummer’s Edition)

Posted on June 24, 2016 by admin

My favourite (and default) calendar BusyCal has just been updated to version 3. And now there’s an accompanying iOS version as well – BusyMac Early reviews are popping up about the macOS Sierra developer preview – Digg Another macOS Sierra preview … Continue reading →

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Saturday Miscellanea

Posted on June 18, 2016 by admin

If the void after the latest Drag Race finale made you thirsty for more, thankfully season 2 of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars has been announced – NewNowNext Hot off the rumors about a MacBook Pro with an OLED display function key row comes … Continue reading →

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Notes on the 2016 WWDC Keynote

Posted on June 14, 2016 by admin

Tim Cook kicked off the 2016 WWDC with a moment of silence for the victims of the attack in Orlando on Sunday night. It was a powerful moment for both the company and Cook, who came out as gay in 2014. Not … Continue reading →

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Favourite Apple Watch face

Posted on April 8, 2016 by admin

After trying out most of the Apple Watch faces, Modular has become my favourite. It contains everything I need to know (time, date, outside temperature, activity, next in my calendar, and sunrise/sunset); and the multicolour version is just beautiful to look at.

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Thursday Miscellanea

Posted on April 7, 2016 by admin

I could just go “duh”, I could say “but of course”… instead I will just say read this please – Thrillist: Water Gallon Challenge On this day 13 years ago, I unboxed a little wonder that changed the way I … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Miscellanea

Posted on March 29, 2016 by admin

After the initial dark and dreary teaser trailers, not really that surprised that Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice turned out to be a bloated mess. This is very funny though. Speaking of mess: I didn’t laugh out loud once. Wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Good Friday Miscellanea

Posted on March 25, 2016 by admin

Obviously battery life will be a lot better when it’s not all about making a thinner iPhone – Mac Rumors Apple is officially diving into the original TV space – GeekWire Best new TV show this season – The DC bald eagle … Continue reading →

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Upcoming (Week 12)

Posted on March 20, 2016 by admin

Yet another week that’s crippled by a holiday: Easter is coming up, so only one meeting booked. Training, some socializing, some TV, a concert, and setting the clock forward one hour on Sunday. This is happening on Monday and Tuesday … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Miscellanea

Posted on March 15, 2016 by admin

This week: only 1 meeting!, a haircut, a social event, new episodes coming up of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Face Off, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, How To Get Away With Murder… Ars Technica is speculating about what will be unveiled at Apple’s upcoming event. … Continue reading →

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Saturday Miscellanea

Posted on March 13, 2016 by admin

Sibelius’ 5th symphony at the Berwald Hall Friday evening was an intense and compact experience, made even richer because of a tightly controlled orchestra by conductor Daniel Blendulf. I’ve played Go myself on my Mac for quite a few years – … Continue reading →

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More on New York

Posted on February 27, 2016 by admin

Hot topics: The presidential candidates; the upcoming Oscars; Apple vs the FBI; the difficulties of getting a cab when your friend is black; dogs; tattoos; guys with implants. On several occasions I’ve been asked whether my latest tattoo (that is … Continue reading →

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Notes on New York

Posted on February 24, 2016 by admin

After an unusually pleasant flight (obviously I must have looked liked I deserved an upgrade), I’m currently in New York, enjoying naughty chais at Starbucks, some swift changes in the weather (from some nice sunshine and 12 degrees to chilly … Continue reading →

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Saturday Miscellanea

Posted on December 5, 2015 by admin

File under “kinda weird, but interesting” – who does a genetic replica of Van Gogh’s ear belong to? Alto’s Adventures for the Apple TV. Soothing, stunningly beautiful, and lots of fun. NASA has just released the best images of Pluto so far. … Continue reading →

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Upcoming (Week 49)

Posted on November 29, 2015 by admin

Back in Stockholm after spending the last few weeks in Barcelona. 3 meetings this week, 4 scheduled meetings over the phone, as well as 2 concerts, training, a haircut, and physically setting up a new FileMaker Server (both hardware and software) … Continue reading →

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Upcoming (2nd week in BCN)

Posted on November 10, 2015 by admin

Getting work done on the balcony with the trusty Macbook and getting the working out part at the outdoor gym (16 degrees at 6.30 in the morning is the perfect temperature). This week: no special events planned – only work, some socializing with friends, and the … Continue reading →

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Upcoming (Week 39)

Posted on September 20, 2015 by admin

Seems like autumn is here! After a slightly unconventional(?!) weekend it’s time for another week of meetings (phone, on location, Skype), training, another appointment with my tattooist, a concert, and a dance performance (with music by Laurie Anderson). Had the opportunity … Continue reading →

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