“Soap” pointing device
Any research into improving our user interface devices is good research. Sharing how to make your own at home, that’s got you some bonus points. I was able to meet the inventor at Siggraph. He was very...
View ArticleEvoluent Verticle Mouse
Last night was the first time in 2 years, where I could bust ass in Maya, with ZERO pain or tingling sensations in my forearm. Been using the Evoluent Verticle Mouse for about 2 weeks now. It took me...
View ArticleTrusting “Trusted Computing”
Simple little short that does a good job of explaining the abuse of the term “Trusted Computing”. We tend to pay more attention when there’s a slick presentation.
View ArticleVestax VCI-300 DJ Controller
Vestax’s new USB DJ controller uses Serato’s “ITCH” for some pretty impressive results. It also looks like an updated VCI-300MKII model has been released. I must get my hands on one… at least to try. A...
View ArticleTaking Video w/ Digital SLR Cameras
I am upgrading my DSLR for video. A pleasant situation occurred that put me in possession of a Nikon D300. I LOVE this camera, but it’s making me a bit of a snob when it comes to image quality. Please...
View ArticleVideo Card for Professional 3D Work
Time to upgrade the video card and it’s been a tough decision. “Professional 3D card” like nVidia’s Quadro versus a consumer grade gaming card like the GeForce cards. Is there a difference? There’s...
View ArticleSeeing/Making Spaces
Having a maker’s space within walking distance, I consider myself very fortunate as I didn’t know it was there till I moved in to my house. Though, I won’t consider myself “lucky”, as we chose this...
View ArticleI Want My Old Flip Phone Back
My phone would never pocket dial. When I ended a call, I was 100% sure it was over. I could dial phone numbers without having to even look at the dialing pad. My battery lasted 4 days, on average. More...
View ArticleRazer DeathAdder
Configuring my mouse on Linux hasn’t been too important as I tend to be using my mouse on a desktop computer. More desk space means more elbowroom to move around, so I don’t do anything fancy with the...
View ArticleRecording w/ Sound Blaster Audigy in Ubuntu 15
These images might help you if you’re trying to get recording to work. The answers are out there, but this puts them together in a nice visual package. Turn up the Mic AND Analog Mix!
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