My Feelings About Ubuntu for Tablets

  Canonical released more information on Ubuntu powered tablets following the "tablet time" countdown yesterday. I was really excited to see that HTC had almost the exact same countdown clock as Ubuntu did. My thoughts were that maybe they had a full fledged Ubuntu tablet coming down the line already, but sadly the did not. Ubuntu did release Ubuntu FOR tablets though. That for in the midst of the title is what gives me conflicting feelings about this new interface...Read More

The Future of this Blog

  Hey guys, I just wanted to give everybody a little bit of information about the future of this blog. As you have probably noticed, my last few posts have only been via Wire Munch or SFI. This is for good reason. I have slowly been weening myself away from posting to much direct content to this blog. Why is this? Well, because I am taking this blog in a new direction in order to pursue different things in my life.
 
   I have decided that I would like to focus a lot more time into Wire Munch and my designing. Don't get me wrong, I love blogging still, and will be doing that with the majority of my time, just not to this blog directly. I am a graphic designer first and foremost, but also a blogger. I design and write at Wire Munch, and a little bit at SFI two days a week. this blog will not be going anywhere, just the experience will change.

  What do I mean by "change"? What I mean is that the title, purpose, and audience will change. I am turning this site into more of a tech information hub. When I post, I will be sharing that post here, but just a preview like you have seen in my last posts. The title will be changed soon, but that is the main purpose. So don't leave, just get ready for some changes. The YouTube channel will not fall, though. I will be posting more on that come March. Stay tuned!

Android 4.2.2 Initial Impressions

  Yesterday (February 13, 2013) Google began rolling out an Android 4.2.2 to all of the Nexus devices. This update was performed generally OTA (Over The Air), so it reached different places at different times. My initial impression of this process was that it took a while to reach me on my Nexus 7. So long actually, that it was 12:15 EST of today before I got it. I was getting relatively irritated and  anxious for my turn to have a go at the newest version of Android... Read More

Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Update

The update to my Nexus 7 is very very snappy. Be sure to check out my full post on the initial responses to the update tomorrow on WireMunch.com! Stay tuned.

Rumor: Is the Apple Smartwatch on its Way?

   Apple has not released much information regarding its smartwatch, which I will will refer to here forth as the "iWatch". But, in a post earlier this week from Bloomberg they state that the device may in fact be past the initial stages of experimentation...Read More

Nike's Relationship With Google

Nike recently announced that they will not be bringing native support for their Nike+ products to the Android platform. Why is this? It could be due to the already ready to go system support for Apple, or maybe it's due to the fact that Tim Cook is on Nike's board of directors! **conspiracy alert**.... Read More

Ubuntu Phones Coming in October

 Canonical has recently reported that it's 'Ubuntu Phone' is expected to hit the market in October of this year. These Linux-powered devices are expeced to make a huge initial impact on the "superphone" market. With an almost completely gesture based interface, this OS should be very interesting to play around with...Read More

Nexus 7 Setup: February 2013

My home screen setup for February 2013! Decided to go landscape mode for this month.

Nexus 7 Setup: January 2013

This is my Nexus 7 home screen setup for last month. I am currently working on this months setup.

Android: What's Your Flavor?

  Why is Android so complicated? Not necessarily to use, but to find the best variation of it. In the world today there are billions of smartphones being used, and almost all of them have a different skin or set of skins provided by the phones manufacturer. More important than all the tens of thousands of skins, is the multiple versions of Android.... Read More

New Blogging Schedule/Announcments

    Hey there everybody! I haven't posted in a few days as you can see. I was going through some things but it's all good now and I am back! While I was away, I planned out my new blogging schedule. No worries, I will still be posting every Monday-Thursday BUT a little bit differently.

    As I said in a previous post, I am now designing for wiremunch.com, and along with that I am posting on their blog every once and a while. Also, I am writing for my buddy Curtis over at SFI. I will be doing that every Monday and Wednesday. I actually just posted a blog around 20 minutes ago about the many versions of Android. Check that out! Anyways, with me designing pretty frequently now I find myself strapped for time to write on both his blog and my own. That said, I will not be posting directly to this blog on those two days. I will be leaving a snippet of my post on SFI here with a 'read more' link at the end, which will in turn transfer you to the post on his blog. This helps both him and I.

    So just a couple of announcements and changes, not to big of a deal. I'll still be writing and posting, just in a little bit of a different fashion. Stay tuned!

It's here! My Design Portfolio and Services Website

    The time has come! The first edition of the website has officially launched. Why do I say "first edition"? Well the reason is that the domain is not in it's final stages! I am working on purchasing an official domain for the site. Please check it out, and tell me what you think. Among the pages at the top of the screen is a $5 design tab, as this is the service that I am providing. I have a full blog on that service, as well as all of the information you need right on that page! Head on over to jsoperdesign.blogspot.com and take a look! 

Gadgetech: Google Nexus 4 Back on the Market!

   


 At long last! The Google Nexus 4 is back on the market! This phone started shipping last November, and was out of stock almost as quickly as it was made available. This great new device has been craved by many consumers since it's unfortunate disappearance.
   



According to Their Calculations... 
      Google's calculations on the initial sale of this device were WAY off, and not just by a little bit. MILLIONS of consumers are left without this phone because of their poor estimates. The blame for this was initially pointed at LG, who is the manufacturer of this device. Why would they be to blame, if they were just following orders?! Silly internet...

WOW! That's a Steep Ramp!
      While LG was blamed for the shortage of the Nexus 4, they are also the only solution to the problem. LG has announced that they have, and will continue to ramp up production of the device to meet the demands of the consumer. Well isn't that just great! No sarcasm intended, that is some of the best news that I have heard in a while. One of those consumers is me, and I am eagerly awaiting my opportunity to get my hands on this product!

Hallo Aus Deutschland!
      For anybody who didn't hurry to put that into Google Translate, that means "Hello from Germany!". Why is this placed in the middle of my post? Well, Germany is the only place that still had (emphasis on had) the Nexus 4 in stock! Germany still has the device in stock, but it is now available in both the US and Canada. For those of you looking to order this device, check out the links at the end of this post. There will be two links to the Google page to purchase the unlocked model from them (both 8gb and 16gb). In addition to this, there will also be a link to the T-Mobile website where you can purchase this device for a subsidized price with a new 2 yr. Agreement. I'm not sure if that applies to an upgrading two year agreement, you will have to look into that at checkout.
      Thanks for reading, and stay tuned for availability updates for the Nexus 4!

LINKS:
Google Nexus 4 8gb: http://goo.gl/FeRG0

Google Nexus 4 16gb: http://goo.gl/s1HMQ

T-Mobile Nexus 4: http://goo.gl/gy3lM

Monday's Post: Design Page Teaser

      There will be no actual tech news today, but expect it every other day this week! I have a lot planned! Today is just a little bit of a teaser pic. Like I said yesterday, I plan on releasing my dedicated design page on Friday! It is coming along quite nicely, very sleek, and clearly displays my work in a variety of different ways. Not only the format which you see in this teaser, but 5 different layouts for the page, all rolled into one! You get to personally decide how you want my site to look on your own devices! There is also a brand new mobile layout. Here is the teaser pick of just one of the styles that you will be able to choose from.

NOTE- This page is not complete, so it is a bit empty. But that's the joy of a teaser! Watermark front and center!
 

$5 Designing!/ Indiegogo Computer Build & Giveaway!

      Well, here is the announcement. I am officially making this post to kick off my $5 designing service! This is just a way for you guys, my audience, to get a quality design for a cheap price. So it's a great opportunity for you guys, a great way for me to become more experienced in the Photoshop environment, and just a good way for me to make a little bit of extra cash. There will be a gadget added to the left sidebar tomorrow so that you can contact me about this service.
       Also coming this week is the dedicated blog page to display my work. Not to many actual posts on that blog, but lots and lots of logos, banners, headers, etc.! This site will directly coincide with this blog, my main posting source. So whenever you need a little reassurance before trusting in me, or just want to see some nice fresh design, check that out! ETA for that is Friday, Feb. 1 2013.
        My first header with this service was completed earlier this evening, and was for Wire Munch. I will display that at the bottom of this post. The next will be done for Curtis Coburn over at SFI. Check out his blog HERE for great Linux news and more. Speaking of Linux, he has started an indiegogo project for a Linux build and giveaway! He is trying to raise $750 for this project in 60 days, so be sure to give even $5 to that project for a chance to win that build! Check that out HERE to see all the perks you can earn from funding this project. So that's about it, so stay tuned for much more!

Designing at Wire Munch

     Recently (by recently I mean today..) I got accepted for a designing position at Wire Munch. The majority of you reading this have no idea what this is. Wire Munch is a site that will not only post tech news, but also promote crowdfunding projects done trough Indiegogo, Kickstarter, etc. Check out there website, which is currently in alpha, and give them some ideas, feedback, and whatever you feel like really. Instructions on how to do this are implemented into that site as well. I will leave a link at the end of this post.
      So back to the designing job. It is a start-up foundation, so there is no pay yet. From what I have heard, I will be working along side one other designer, who I have yet to find out about. I am very excited for this opportunity. Not only to get my name out there, but to assist somebody else in their venture to start up something great!

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Nexus 7 Wallpaper

I just changed the colors around and changed the size.
The size that worked for me was 1440x1280 and 144ppi. Worked like a charm. The image is also slightly tweaked from my last post. I fixed an uneven gap and aligned the edges better.

QuikBit #13: Designing (JS Design)

      Wow, 2 posts in 10 minutes! Honestly though, I just didn't want to forget to post this.. This is an important topic for me. I have been designing for 'clients' for a while now, and I thought it was time to make a new logo for my service (JS Design). This logo is very simple, but completely custom and unique. I will use this as a watermark for proofs of photos, and photos that I create to post on my blog. Along with this logo, I will soon be creating a dedicated blog or website for my design. This site won't necessarily be for advertising my design services, but more for displaying my work. If your going to make a name for yourself, you have to show people what you can do! Although, there will be a "$5 Design" tab where you can email me and  i'll hook you up with a logo, flyer, etc. for only $5. I won't go into details about that, because I have a dedicated post coming tomorrow for that. But here is the new logo/watermark for JS Design. 

Blog Design Update

      As you notice when you get to my blog page, some things have changed. The first thing you'll notice is the new header. I thought it was time to update that banner since it is a new year. The next difference is the background color. Now this isn't a major change, but it definitely makes things pop out a little bit more. The actual blog post section in the middle has been expanded so that that is the biggest thing that you will notice on the page. The last thing is the gadgets. I used to have a transparent background on them, and that was nice for the burgundy blog theme. They have been updated with a black background, which gives you the ability to easily glance and find the gadget that you are looking for. My purpose in updating my blog was to make it a little bit easier on the eyes. I felt like there was to much going on with all the reds. That is all! 

QuikBit #12: Late Night Project

      It is now 1:00a.m. EST. I've just finished my first logo on Photoshop CS6. Photoshop CS6 is not to much different than CS5, but there are a few more very handy shortcuts. This project didn't take me to long, and it's pretty good for a quick project. Just thought I'd share the outcome. Here it is front and center!

 

QuikBit #11: Adobe Photoshop CS6

      About an hour ago, I finished installing Adobe Photoshop CS6 on my desktop. I have been using CS5 for almost a year now, and I have wielded that weapon well. I had a hard time deciding whether I wanted to make the switch, but I had to do it. There is so much more customizability with CS6. The same effects that come built in as properties of this program take many many steps to complete on CS5, and effects are a pretty big deal for designers. Earlier today I finished up the last logo I will ever make on Photoshop CS5. After seeing how long it took to complete this logo, and then taking a peek at CS6 to find out that half of the effects that I applied manually were built in as features. So I will be up for many hours tonight constructing a logo for HyperMac5 on CS6, my first on this program. You can check out his blog HERE and his YouTube channel HERE. There may be a bit of a learning curve, but I love to take on a challenge! Wish me luck!

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QuikBit #10: Pointless Palooza Post! (Px3)

      Contrary to the title, this post has nothing to do with any sort of palooza, I just had no better title for it, but I think Px3 or Triple P is catchy enough. On the other hand, the title does say pointless, and boy is it right! Or...I'm right... maybe wrong... contradicting.... OH WELL! I'm just posting this as a quick filler for the day! There is a little bit of information that I can give though. Obviously the WBS (Weekly Blogging Schedule) got a little bit altered. That's because last night I announced my 16GB NEXUS 7 GIVEAWAY! Yes, that most definitely deserves to be blown up in big ol' letters! This is a huge giveaway, so don't forget to check that post out HERE and watch the YouTube video embedded in that post for rules, etc, or check it out seperately HERE. This is just a thank you for the support thus far, and a great way to kick off the Gadgetech series. ( The Latest and Greatest Gadget news for You! ) But that's about it! Stay tuned for more!

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Gadgetech Kick-off: Nexus 7 Giveaway!

    To kick off this Gadgetech series, I am giving away a very large gadget... a Google Nexus 7! This is to say thank you for all of the support thus far. I have a long way to go, and hopefully this will expand my reach and expose more people to my content. Rules and everything are in the video!

T-Mobile Gets the Nexus 7

     WARNING: Excessive use of the number '7' in this post.   

 I apologize that this post is behind schedule, but I was unable to blog yesterday. Many of you already know, but I wanted to share my thoughts on this. This post won't be to long, but it might be interesting. T-Mobile recently announced that they would be selling the Google Nexus 7 with a sim slot in it. This means a data connection 24/7, no matter where you are. I received a Nexus 7 not to long ago for Christmas, and I have fallen in love. As an avid user of this tablet, I personally think that it would be absolutely AMAZING to have a data connection everywhere that I go. Even with smartphones ( which I am getting a new one come February 14th) tablets just have an edge. Especially the Nexus 7 with it's 7 inch form factor. With this 'edge' that the tablets seem to have over the smartphones, and the accessibility factor that a 7 inch tablet has, this new option is great.
      My thoughts on this are simple. It's a great way for T-Mobile to get new customers, and a great way to get their existing customers to stick around. Yes, I do have T-Mobile. This is definitely not my network of choice, but I don't have much choice until next month. Although with the Nexus 4 also being offered in a different way through T-Mobile, I may be renewing my contract just once more. Chances are that I will not though, and will be going to the unlocked way of life. It's cheaper, and it gives me freedom! I apologize for the tangent, but those are my thoughts. Simple, and straight to the point.

Two Reasons to Get an Unlocked Phone

      In my opinion, unlocked phones are so much better than being tied down for two years. But there are two main reasons to this opinion. The first is simple. Money. With a two year contract from AT&T you are paying about $2500 for two years. With an unlocked phone, the cost for two years drops to $1800. Why is this? Well, AT&T plans are about $85/month for an unlimited plan. Yeah, I DID use plan twice in the same sentence because it's that important. When you make the wise decision to switch to an unlocked phone, with a $50/month plan, you are free.
      This brings me to my next point. With an unlocked phone, you can pretty much switch phones whenever you want to. Yes, the cost of the phones is greater, but it is well worth it. You can get a phone of any kind. Got T-Mobile? Get an iPhone! (Or wait a few months until they are available) If your a tech reviewer, and want to test the service and 4G speeds of different phones, pop the Sim card in it, and give it a whirl.
       Speaking of T-Mobile, they are removing phone subsidies from their market very very soon. This gives buyers the option to buy their phones out front and have a $50/month plan. OR, they can get their plans, and take a 'value' approach by paying a set price up front for the device, and pay small installments each month. This is a revolutionary idea to come from this phone company.
      So to wrap things up, just get an unlocked phone. It saves money, and there are so many more options. Verizon's plans are outrageous, and two year contracts are inconvenient. Do the smart thing, and put a few bucks in your pocket and a smile on your face.

QuikBit #9: The Blog Schedule

    I could've sworn that I posted this, but it was saved as a draft.  I think I have come to an agreement with myself of a blog schedule. I've decided that on the weekends, there will be no huge posts. This time will be used to gather stories and information for the remaining 4 days of the week (Friday counts as a 'weekend' day). With that said, there will be an actual blog post Monday-Thursday. There will be QuikBits 7 days a week.

QuikBit #8: Blogs for the Week of 1/21/13

Like I said in the blog schedule QuikBit, I will use the weekends to research new and upcoming topics in the technology world. This weekend, I feel that I have done that very successfully. I have all of the blogs for this coming week lined up and ready to go! Here is a little sneak peek:

HMDX Jam Bluetooth Speaker GIVEAWAY! by VvCompHelpvV

Guys, for a great giveaway check out this video!!

QuikBit #7: Why I Post my Twitter Feed

      Somebody asked me today why I post my Twitter feed to my blog. They said "Won't it give out a negative vibe, and turn readers away?" The answer to that question is simple. If I didn't have my twitter feed on my blog, it wouldn't make much of a difference at all. The same goes for having it available on it. My reason for opening my Twitter feed up to my readers is to add a personal touch. I have read countless blogs that seem like they aren't even posted by real people. Like they have an automated system that finds interesting topics and just creates a post about them. Yes, I know that this is impossible. BUT, that is just my impression. While these blogs may be a huge success, they don't feel personal. All of these automated email forms, and no direct way to contact the founders. That's why I post my Twitter feed. To add the personal touch, to let each and every reader know that I do want to let them know me personally. A warm personal welcome is always the best approach to things in life.

(This is my artwork by the way)

QuikBit #6: My First Major Post!

Yesterday evening I posted a fairly extensive blog on the Pebble Smartwatch. This marked the first large, informative post on this blog! I added to the post today, with a video on the 'first glance' of the Pebble. So be sure to check that out! I am glad to say, that while this was a challenge, I will be doing many more posts like it. This will be my 'niche' from now on. As much as I love to post blurbs about nothing majorly important, which I will still be doing a TON of, I feel that I need to give my readers what they came for. A technology blog. Thanks for everybody's support thus far! This is only the beginning!

(CLICK HERE FOR PEBBLE VIDEO)

Pebble Smartwatch: First Glance

   

       E-ink! Wait, E-paper... I always get confused by the two, but the Pebble Smartwatch sure makes the difference stick in my head! The Pebble has a rock solid chance of shooting to the top of the tech charts! See what I did there? This new device has made a huge impression on the tech community. With HUGE support by the tech community and watch enthusiasts everywhere, it was one of the most successful Kickstarter projects I have ever seen.
  Simple Yet Elegant
      The simplicity of this watch amazes me. The simple, yet very elegant design of this device makes for one sexy wrist watch. It's sleek body and comfortable wrist strap seem to be very attracting to the public. The simplicity of this product will also turn some tech enthusiasts away, from a UI standpoint. I have not had a hands on trial ( although very few people have ), but I have seen enough to make my initial statement about this UI. While it is a smartwatch, the interface is very simple. VERY simple. For some, this may be a turn off due to the inability to 'fool around' with different settings, etc. For me, and the many others like me, this is just another factor to love. With an easy to use interface, I will have very little to learn. I don't like learning curves much. So all this did was add to the craving I had for this small piece of hardware.
Features
      There are a few standout initial features of the Pebble Smartwatch. The feature that students ( Such as myself ) will love is the ability to view your text messages and get a little bit of vibration action when you receive one.  You can't reply to them, but you can sure see them on a brilliantly clear E-Paper display. This E-Paper reduces glare drastically, and just looks great to the eye. Another great feature is the ability to integrate incoming calls, email, and for us Android users, Google Voice. A few different faces to this watch are available for user enjoyment. Analog, digital, and even a text based clock face. To get the back light on this bad boy on, all you do is shake and bake it!.. Or just lightly shake it. Many small features will be available on this device, such as a pedometer and golf rangefinder. Just one more feature to this watch, and my personal favorite... You can sync your music with it! You still plug your headphones into your mobile device, but you can change the song, view what your listening to, play/pause, and perform all those necessary playback tasks.  This could come in handy on runs, or even if your just to lazy to take your phone out of your pocket. A developer option is or will soon be available to create Bluetooth compatible applications and additional faces.
When can you pick these Pebbles up?
      Well, the first model of this watch was unveiled at CES 2013. The company will be shipping this version to all the Kickstart backers starting on January 23rd. As for the rest of us, the exact release date is unknown thus far. It was originally set for September, but has changed since then. Although, I believe it is worth the wait. With a 7+ day battery life, and a USB rechargeable battery, I suggest that everybody should try this item out. For more information, photos, pre-orders, and to keep an eye out for the official release date visit getpebble.com .

QuikBit #5: Swamped

No actual blog post today. Just a quick...QuikBit. I was so swamped today, it was just rough.  I will try to post a substantial blog every day. Something that people might actually care about. Maybe I'll do a Sony Xperia Z first glance post tomorrow. We'll see. I will be doing a ton of these 'QuikBits' if you haven't caught onto that already. Plan on an 'Exposed' video for a full explanation of that in the very near future. By that I mean Thursday.

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QuikBit #4: It's My Life

It's my life! And no, not the 50 Cent song. I'm sitting here on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and multiple blogs. But I can't seem to do the one thing I need to do. I have a 5-6 page English research paper due by 11:59pm EST tomorrow. But, instead I'm posting on this blog. Technology is such a distraction, but I could not live without it. I love it. This might be a bad decision, but then again....It's my life!

Gadgetech Video/Blog Series

Hey guys. Most of you know that i am in to technology (obviously), but a lot of you do not know that I am very into gadgets. More so than anything else. By gadgets I mean phones, tablets, cases, accessories, etc. There are a TON of 'gadgets' in just those four categories, and it can be hard to find the best ones for you. Take Bluetooth keyboards for example. I have a Nexus 7 (actually I created this post on there), and I wanted to find the best keyboard for me, but there were just so many choices. I mean literally hundreds of search results on amazon. So, I searched. And searched. Then I took a food break, and I continued to search some more. After what seemed like endless hours of searching, I finally narrowed it down to two keyboards. The Minisuit for the Nexus 7, and the Logitech 920-003390 Tablet Keyboard. I don't want you guys to go through the same trouble. So I am going to start a video and blog series about the best gadgets for your devices called "Gadgetech". I mean hands on reviews, unboxings, and more........ OH and maybe the best part of this series... if I don't own the device that this gadget goes to, I will be giving away that case or whatever it may be FREE OF CHARGE! And if it's not something I can get my hands on (and even if i can) I'll leave the link to the gearpop.com page where you can buy it. Enjoy!
Please comment with your opinions and ideas!

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QuikBit #3: Going for the Gold!

Golden Globes! It always shocks me who wins. I'm almost always wrong. But, Life of Pi is by far the most high tech cinematic film with the best score of the year. Check it out if you haven't seen it! Check out the nominees, winners, photos, and much more at www.goldenglobes.org

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QuikBit #2: The Tech Alphabet

The tech alphabet is actually in reference to all these millions billions, ZILLIONS of abbreviations... There are so many that when I think about them, I go a little bit cross eyed. WINE BIN USB HTML CD DVD RSS CSS.....ETC!! Why did something created to be so simple become so complicated...

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Got Ubuntu? Got Windows?... GOT BOTH?? See my last post below! Or click here

Dual Booting: Ubuntows

Ubuntows: 1. The product of dual booting Windows and Ubuntu Linux on the same PC. (noun)
                    2. The act of dual booting Windows and Ubuntu Linux on the same PC. (verb)


     What do you get when you dual boot Windows 7 and Ubuntu Linux? You get Ubuntows! (This is how I will refer to this from here on out).
      Ubuntows makes for a great machine. The official name for this process is Windows Ubuntu Installer, or WUBI for short. But I prefer Ubuntows, it's catchier. I am an avid Windows user, but I have heard many good things about Ubuntu, so I decided to give it a try. The main reason for this was the announcement of the Ubuntu phones. I didn't want to be completely clueless when it came time to pick up one of these fine products. Anyways, I have had this operating system for less than a day, and I am already falling in love. Many people run Ubuntu as their only operating system, but I am not accustomed enough to it, nor do I want to give up Windows 7.
       With an Ubuntows PC, I can easily switch between Windows 7 and Ubuntu simply by restarting my computer. The accessibility factor is one of the biggest 'turn-ons' of this option. Some of the applications that I have installed on Windows took 4-5 hours to download and I most definitely DO NOT want to go through that again. Yes, I know you can use the WINE process through the terminal in Ubuntu to gain access to some windows applications, but that is a lot of trouble when there is an alternate option available.
        When I want to get a file over here to Ubuntu, all I need to do is restart my computer, plug in my USB, place the files I want to transfer onto that USB, and then just switch over to Ubuntu. If you were only running Ubuntu, this wouldn't be an issue. In my case though, I have my entire life on Windows. And I do mean my ENTIRE life. In deciding to go down the Ubuntows road, I saved myself an immense amount of time. No backup, and no restore or file conversion. Nothing. So moral of the story is: For anybody deciding to make the switch from Windows to Ubuntu, please (for your own sake), make the smart choice. Go Ubuntows.                                                                                          "I'm Jalen, and I approve this message." SOPER 2013(c)

QuikBit #1: Geeks Only

Only tech geeks stay up till the butt crack of dawn (actually 2am) watching a computer build. But hey, that's life. If you love something you will go to great lengths to see or do that thing. I may not be as much into computers as I am other things, but I love technology and the more you get into the more you learn.
Thumbs up of exhaustion to that!

Project Smarti

Hey guys, just thought now is as good of a time as any to reveal this to you. I have been working on an application for android and it is getting ready to be sent into the developing stage. This application is meant to help plan your day. I won't say who is developing it, as I don't know if I am supposed to at the moment. But here is the description (for now) of the project. Enjoy.

This description is tentative, may be different in the end.

DESCRIPTION:

      If you are anything like me, you are a little bit to lazy to sit and plan out your ENTIRE day... Admit it.
With this app, that is made easy!
      You have almost the same schedule every day, with little to no variation. BUT, there are tasks that need to be completed in that day that you don't know how to, or don't want to take the time to work into your schedule. This app will let you input your daily schedule, your tasks that you wish to complete, and it will plan your day for you, times and all!

-Input schedule with time, date, place, etc.
-Input tasks you wish to complete that day. i.e. homework, chores, even free time
-With these tasks, input how much time you think each of them will take, or how much time (tentatively) that you plan to spend on them
-The application will formulate possible time schedules according to your schedule

For example:

My schedule:

-School 7a.m.-2:15p.m.
-ACT Class 2:30-3:30p.m.
-Crossfit 5:30-6:30p.m.
-Bed 10:00p.m.

NOTE: At the time that you want the application to stop planning, input that time into the section labeled 'bed'

May not be much, but it will get the point across. Now input your tasks. if you wish to work on the task more than once, input more than one amount of time.

-AP World homework - 1 hour
-Math homework - 30 minutes
-English paper - 45 minutes
-Chores - 30 minutes
-Free time - 30 minutes; 30 minutes; 1 hour

And now you will get THREE different time schedules that you can choose from!

Here is an example of one using my input data:

-School 7a.m.-2:15p.m.
-ACT class 2:30-3:30p.m.
-Free time 3:30-4p.m.
-AP World homework 4-5p.m.
-Crossfit 5:30-6:30p.m.
-Free time 6:30-7p.m.
-English paper 7-7:45p.m.
-Chores 7:45-8:15p.m.
-Free time 8:15-9:15p.m.
-Math homework 9:15-9:45p.m.
-Bed: 10:00p.m.

These schedules are 100% editable, with easy to understand options and instructions at your disposal.