Wednesday, December 29, 2010
The Association of Stupid People May Make Irish Coffee Disappear
One of the most striking controversies in the world of alcohol today is whether or not Caffeinated Alcohol drinks are safe to consume. In October, 23 students at Central Washington University were hospitalized after drinking Four Loco, one such caffeinated...
LG's Xnote P210 Laptop Wins World's Thinnest Bezel Claim [Laptops]
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Merry Christmas
I wanted to take a quick moment to wish everyone a Merry Christmas! I hope you’re all able to spend time with family and friends as I have during these past couple of days.
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Beta List helps you join private betas ahead of the crowd
I must warn you: never has a single page contained so many hideous top-level domain wanks, and site names ending in the letter 'r'. But, despite the worrying, continuing prevalence of all-lower-case websites, Beta List is rather cool. Of course, for it to actually beat TechCrunch and Mashable to the punch, startup owners will have to actually tell Beta List about their closed beta tests. It has some well-established competition in the shape of The Museum of Modern Betas, too.
You can subscribe to Beta List via RSS, but the newsletter is probably a better option -- that way you can be properly alerted every time a new beta test is listed.
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Why I Ditched iTunes For Amazon MP3s [MP3s]
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Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Apple to ship three models of iPad 2 including CDMA support, anti-reflective screen?
According to unnamed sources in Taiwan there will be 3 different versions of the iPad 2 from Apple when it gets released in 2011, including the current Wi-Fi and UMTS 3G models, as well as a CDMA model for use with carriers like Verizon. From DigiTimes: Apple is expected to release three versions of [...]Apple to ship three models of iPad 2 including CDMA support, anti-reflective screen? is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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Win A New iPad From the Staff At Klick.com
The creative staff at Klick.com is giving away a brand new Apple iPad absolutely free to one lucky winner this holiday season! For your chance to win a new iPad simply pay close attention to the video below, watch it a few times if you have to. While viewing try to spot as many Internet [...]
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Catching a Falling Star
Reminder: We're still running the Scoop the Spectator contest where you can win a $75 gift certificate for guessing their 2010 Wine of the Year. Check it out and lob in your guess now!
The 2007 Merryvale Profile is a red Bordeaux blend that retails for $150 and was rated 93 points by Wine Spectator. I think I've paid $20 a glass for the wine at The Capital Grille in the past. The winery produces a broad range of highly regarded wines including a $35 Syrah that was rated 92 points in 2006 and 90 points in 2007. As a value hunter, this kind of track record establishes Merryvale as a reputable producer I'd be interested in getting to know better.
When I saw an offer from Blanchard's for the 2002 Merryvale Syrah for the unbelievably low price of $4.83 per bottle when purchased by the 12 bottle case I was skeptical. Skeptical about whether the wine was any good in the first place, whether it still had any life, and skeptical about how it had been stored since release. But at $55 a case - how bad could it be? It reminded me of the famous $4/bottle Tiz Red Bin Ends offered up last year that's served me incredibly well as a 3rd bottle to open when friends are over when nobody is interested in active assessment of the wine - but rather just one more glass of wine whatever it might be.
A couple nights ago I had a highly regarded 2002 from Napa - a Switchback Ridge Merlot. 91 Points from Wine Spectator and a release price of $50. I caught it for $30 and thought it was fantastic. I thought this gave me a good framework for comparing this 2002 Merryvale Syrah.
The first thing I noticed when opening the case was that the label looked subtly dated. I thought I just being picky but have a look at the 2007 label vs. the 2002. I think the 2007 is a lot sleeker and more contemporary:
So how did the 2002 taste? You know what - I thought it had a lot of similarities with the 2002 Switchback Ridge and that's a very good thing. The mouth feel of both was round and mature. Neither wine went pruney, raisiny or porty. Tannins had faded substantially so the wines were smooth. They still had a vibrant edge despite their age. These aren't aged wines - only 8 years old. Both might have been better a year or three ago but they're both quite enjoyable right now. Here are my notes on the Merryvale:
2002 Merryvale Syrah
15.0% Alcohol
Est $35 Release Price/$4.83 on closeout at Blanchard's
Dark in color. Nearly opaque. Slightly murky. Aromas of blueberries, blackberries, and violets. Great mouth feel - round and voluptuous. Just a touch of heat on the backend (it's 15.0% alcohol) but the finish is bright enough for me to say this still has a bit of enjoyable life.
On the second night, this wine is even more impressive. Earthy aromas pair beautifully with ripe round fruit. Very impressive.
88/100 WWP: Very Good
This deal sold out in just a couple of hours. I share this tale with you to encourage you to get on Blanchard's E-mail list. It's one of the better lists in Massachusetts.
Further Reading:
The 2007 Merryvale Profile is a red Bordeaux blend that retails for $150 and was rated 93 points by Wine Spectator. I think I've paid $20 a glass for the wine at The Capital Grille in the past. The winery produces a broad range of highly regarded wines including a $35 Syrah that was rated 92 points in 2006 and 90 points in 2007. As a value hunter, this kind of track record establishes Merryvale as a reputable producer I'd be interested in getting to know better.
When I saw an offer from Blanchard's for the 2002 Merryvale Syrah for the unbelievably low price of $4.83 per bottle when purchased by the 12 bottle case I was skeptical. Skeptical about whether the wine was any good in the first place, whether it still had any life, and skeptical about how it had been stored since release. But at $55 a case - how bad could it be? It reminded me of the famous $4/bottle Tiz Red Bin Ends offered up last year that's served me incredibly well as a 3rd bottle to open when friends are over when nobody is interested in active assessment of the wine - but rather just one more glass of wine whatever it might be.
A couple nights ago I had a highly regarded 2002 from Napa - a Switchback Ridge Merlot. 91 Points from Wine Spectator and a release price of $50. I caught it for $30 and thought it was fantastic. I thought this gave me a good framework for comparing this 2002 Merryvale Syrah.
The first thing I noticed when opening the case was that the label looked subtly dated. I thought I just being picky but have a look at the 2007 label vs. the 2002. I think the 2007 is a lot sleeker and more contemporary:
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| 2007 Merryvale Syrah |
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| 2002 Merryvale Syrah |
2002 Merryvale Syrah
15.0% Alcohol
Est $35 Release Price/$4.83 on closeout at Blanchard's
Dark in color. Nearly opaque. Slightly murky. Aromas of blueberries, blackberries, and violets. Great mouth feel - round and voluptuous. Just a touch of heat on the backend (it's 15.0% alcohol) but the finish is bright enough for me to say this still has a bit of enjoyable life.
On the second night, this wine is even more impressive. Earthy aromas pair beautifully with ripe round fruit. Very impressive.
88/100 WWP: Very Good
This deal sold out in just a couple of hours. I share this tale with you to encourage you to get on Blanchard's E-mail list. It's one of the better lists in Massachusetts.
Further Reading:
- It's almost time to roll-up the best wine deals of 2010. Here's my list from 2009 - I think I'll have even more to draw on this year.
- It's also almost time to take stock of the best wines of 2010. I have one in mind that's still haunting me and ironically I had it New Year's Day. Subscribe to the WWP so we can keep in touch.
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When celebrities sell wine [Lloyd Webber]
“Lloyd Webber to auction wine collection to affluent Asians,” read the headline on Reuters. I posted about it over on the Dr. Vino Facebook wall. Reader Richard Henshaw commented there, pointing out that this wasn’t the first time that Lord Lloyd Webber had sold wine at auction and that when he had his first sale, [...]
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The Top 10 Wines of 2010
I’m officially declaring 2010 the year of the ros�. Yes, I know that many wineries have been producing stellar ros�s for years, but I felt that this year was the tipping point where the public started to get behind the pink drink again. It was the year when wineries paid much more attention to the [...]
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Phifer Pavitt ? New Kid on the Block Making Waves with Date Night Cabernet
For those that have the pocketbook and like the idea of finding something different, a little out of the ordinary, Phifer Pavitt is worth a visit and a chance to buy some of this delicious wine to share proudly with your friends. Continue reading
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Popular Science magazine app launches for Android on the Galaxy Tab
Popular Science has just released a special edition Android application for the Samsung Galaxy tablet. The app is called Popular Science+ Top Tech 2010 and is the first Popular Science Android app that has been designed specifically for the Galaxy tab. This full-screen magazine app features the annual Top Tech awards and offers readers an [...]
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Thursday November 18th: One Mission Wine Gala for Pediatric Cancer
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8mm Vintage Camera app will make your vids look older, more retro, and way, way cooler
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The Unwelcome Return of Platform Dependencies
Editor's Note: The following guest post is written by a Silicon Valley CEO. Frank Dupree is a pen name In the late 1990s, the rise of the browser was supposed to usher in an era of unprecedented opportunity for startups. A great part of that increased opportunity came as a result of the significant reduction in platform dependencies. No longer did the users' operating system dictate their access to services or information. Even a behemoth like Microsoft was fighting hand-to-hand combat with small startups for the first time in decades. Fast forward ten years, and it's 1985 all over again. But even as the risks of dependencies become better understood by startups and investors, the ascent of Facebook and Twitter seem to point to an ever increasing number of startups with significant business dependencies. Recent changes to both Facebook and Twitter show that neither startups nor their investors can assume much when it comes to support for a given API in the future. Today, even the OS seems subject to dramatic shifts in record time. One only need look to Apple?s iOS to see how dramatic and unpredictable developments can change the landscape for startups, customers and investors. Today, most startups build with significant external platform dependencies, whether it is Facebook, iOS, Google Apps or Twitter. There are a few types of dependencies. A simple distinction might be to call a dependency on a platform symbiotic or parasitic. Symbiotic dependencies are those for which both sides agree to terms of the dependency and for which both sides seem to derive a benefit. Developers on Facebook?s platform, for example. The most successful here being Zynga, which grew completely and?probably for the team and its investors?nervously within the Facebook ecosystem.
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Monday, December 27, 2010
No iPad Live! tonight!
I hate, hate, hate missing podcasts but what with the holidays this weekend we’re just not going to get it done. But fear not! We’re going to more than make up for it with a monster, combined, iPhone and iPad Live! Year in Review spectacular this Wednesday. Apologies to those who were looking forward to tonight [...]No iPad Live! tonight! is a story by TiPb. This feed is sponsored by The iPhone Blog Store.
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Best Wine Blog Posts for March 31st through April 5th
Best of the wine blogosphere for March 31st through April 5th: Wine 2.0 Tasting @ Crushpad A Second Chance – Casa de Sonoma Cabernet Bottled in 1947 Jumping the shark, or What gives a wine writer staying power? High ABV, Vanilla and Oak: California is the New Focus at LENNDEVOURS Pennsylvania Repeals Prohibition! Somali Pirates [...]
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Kindle 3 Beats Harry Potter Book As Bestselling Product In Amazon?s History
This isn't a big surprise. Amazon has just released a statement reporting that the new, third-generation Kindle has now surpassed ?Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows? as the best-selling product in Amazon?s history. Of course, Amazon doesn't reveal the total number of Kindles sold (Bloomberg recently reported that 8 million Kindles will be sold this year compared to 2.4 million units sold in 2009). On Christmas Day, Amazon says that more people turned on new Kindles for the first time, downloaded more Kindle Buy Once, Read Everywhere apps, and purchased more Kindle books than on any other day in history. And Amazon's worldwide fulfillment network shipped over 9 million units across all product categories.
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Hands-on: Pinboard is a great Delicious alternative
I really hope Delicious is going to make it, and I have every reason to believe it will. It's an incredible service, and one of the cornerstones of the Internet. Still, since I rely so heavily on Delicious, as soon as word got out about Yahoo! trying to kill it, I started looking for alternatives.
One of the most-hyped alternatives is called Pinboard, a paid service with an interesting pricing model: you pay a one-time fee determined by the current number of users * $0.001. This means the more users sign on, the more expensive it becomes. When I signed on a couple of days ago, the price was around $7. Now it's $8.65, and will probably keep rising.
Still, it's not a lot of money to pay for a safe home for all of my bookmarks, away from a big company that may make questionable decisions about a service critical to so many users.
But what did I get for my $7? I made a comprehensive gallery that you can see after the jump, and I'm going to walk you through it. Read on for the details!
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Hands-on: Pinboard is a great Delicious alternative originally appeared on Download Squad on Mon, 20 Dec 2010 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Enjoy Living Out of a Suitcase? [Concepts]
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