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Category Archives: Apple
Assorted (Mid September Edition)
After this week’s announcements, I want a new Apple TV (for the Siri control), an iPhone 6s Plus (12 MP camera and 4K video), the iPad Pro (including the Apple Pencil), and iOS 9. At least I’m getting a shiny new … Continue reading
Assorted (Late August Edition)
I’ve heard more recordings of the Goldberg Variations than I could care to count, but Lars Vogt’s recently released album manages to bring out a rare emotional quality, yet mannerism-free without ever falling into cheap sentimental territory. This just brings a big … Continue reading
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Wednesday Miscellanea
Have nothing but love for iOS 9 on my iPad Air 2. Love the multitasking capabilities. New favourite at Starbucks that’s also fun to order in a loud voice: the naughty chai. I am Cait is an odd mix of part … Continue reading
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Early August Miscellanea
First time I heard PC music was at a Japanese restaurant in New York a couple of years ago, and though you’ll probably have to be in the right mindset for this kind of thing, it can be extremely fun … Continue reading
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Hot vs Not
Hot Apple Music. Cucumber. Really really good. Vice. Pluto. Pesto. Chicken breasts. Turkey. Broccoli. Chocolate flavored whey shakes. Not Political correctness. It’s getting ridiculous. Distance. Indifference. Avicii. Please just stop.
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Friday Miscellanea
TV shows: watched the first 2 episodes of the Wachowskis’ Sense8 last weekend and it’s definitely interesting, that’s for sure. Music: love the weirdness of F**k the Summer Up with Leikeli47. Goings-on: work, training, eating, planning, fiddling with the Watch, … Continue reading
On Beats 1
I’ve been listening a lot to Apple’s brand new always-on radio station Beats 1 since it started Tuesday evening, and I must say I really enjoy it. Here are a few links about what’s looking to be another major success … Continue reading
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“This is a computer for those privileged enough to be able to use it”
Beautifully written and very thorough article on the new MacBook. Couldn’t agree more with what’s being discussed. It really is a dream machine.
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Saturday Miscellanea
The history of homosexuality on film. Worth watching. Apple Watch is finally heading for Sweden. Interesting on Zero UI. …waking up to any song you want. But of course. Funny on iTunes’ new ratings options.
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On Music
While there’s been widespread reports on various problems regarding iCloud Music syncing, disappearing iTunes libraries, and multiple duplicates of songs, I haven’t had any problems whatsoever. My whole library now syncs with iCloud and any changes are more or less … Continue reading
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Upcoming (Week 27)
Apple Music is going live Tuesday. Will definitely keep an eye (and ear!) on it. No meetings this week. Training, working, more in-depth studying of FMP 14, some necessary careful planning for the next couple of weeks regarding logistics, an after … Continue reading
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On Watch
I’ve had the Apple Watch for almost a week now, and here are some notes on this entirely new offering from Apple. I got the Apple Watch 42 mm Sport Space Gray Aluminum with a Black Sport band. The pairing with … Continue reading
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Tuesday Miscellanea
“The four most overrated things in life are champagne, lobsters, anal sex, and picnics.” (Christopher Hitchens). Not to be outdone by the interwebs, my own contribution to this highly interesting topic (subject to change): Politics Top 40 artists Saturdays Facebook “Loyal … Continue reading
Sunday Miscellanea
Attended another concert in the Nielsen/Sibelius festival yesterday, and got to sample some reactions to Walton’s 1st symphony that was performed before the intermission. Obviously people hear different things and have different tastes, but quoting the “too many notes” line from Amadeus?! … Continue reading
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Assorted (Saturday edition)
Last night’s event at the Berwald Hall was a mixed bag – renowned particle physicist Brian Cox did a half-hour talk followed by a newly composed violin concerto by Dario Marianelli, a bland modern sounding work that was so cliched that it couldn’t … Continue reading
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