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    Image of TheWerewolf - Sotto voce TheWerewolf - Sotto voce
    08/12/09

    In reply to Sony eBook Readers' Hot Secret: Homebrew
    Actually, Sony has made a big chunk of the source for the OS available for a long time. Weirdly, they seem to be very open about this device.
    I've been playing with it on and off since I got my 505.
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    Image of Hiphopopotamus Hiphopopotamus
    08/12/09

    In reply to Sony eBook Readers' Hot Secret: Homebrew
    Sony readers still don't let you purchase books wirelessly though, right?

    Having to run home, log in, buy a book, download it, attach your eReader and sync your new book kinda seems like a dealbreaker if you are going to compete with the Kindle.
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    Image of vkewalra vkewalra
    08/13/09

    @Hiphopopotamus: It's a book. It takes hours to read. If it takes 5 minutes to acquire and load it that seems like a relatively small amount of time.
    I've got at least another 5 books loaded on mine that I can choose from after I've finished the current book I'm reading.
    The amazon thing is convenient, but as they've proven recently, maybe having everything in their hands isn't worth the trade-off.
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    Image of The_Bronze The_Bronze
    08/12/09

    In reply to Sony eBook Readers' Hot Secret: Homebrew
    ebook readers = fail.
    Too big and all they do is read books. Not worth the money. I'll stick to reading books on my blackjack ii with mobipocket reader. I can read books AND make phone calls!
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    The Lab promoted this comment The_Bronze was starred The_Bronze was unstarred
    Image of The Lab The Lab
    08/12/09

    @The_Bronze: So the thing that many people don't realize about ebook readers it that the display is way easier to read because the resolution is (in this case) 167 DPI vs your monitor which is like 72 DPI. It makes a big difference in reading comfort.
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    Image of nbolmer nbolmer
    08/12/09

    @The_Bronze: Let's examine this.
    1. They're too big.
    Wrong. They're smaller than any two books I have, and hold hundreds.
    2. All they do is read books.
    Wrong. First, the topic of this article you JUST READ is about just that. Second, it's also all books do! But if you LIKE TO READ, and BUY BOOKS, then that's all it needs to do!
    3. The idea of reading an entire book... on a ... wait... you're just messing with me right? You're SERIOUSLY saying that you READ ENTIRE BOOKS on a ... (5 minutes of uncontrollable laughter) ... TWO POINT FOUR INCH DISPLAY?!? Too stupid to comment further.
    4. It doesn't make calls
    Well, either does my washing machine. For people who enjoy reading, it's a fantastic way to get books without going to the bookstore, not have to carry around big bulky books, and even read the paper.
    Comment fail.
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    Image of nbolmer nbolmer
    08/12/09

    @The Lab: Right, and that's not even mentioning the paper-like refractive properties make it MUCH easier on the eyes. But we're talking about someone who says it's better to read on a 2 inch cell phone display...
     Reply
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    Image of HardFox HardFox
    06/09/09

    In reply to Wii Dev Kit on eBay for $1200
    Sorry wii fans. this is only good if you are a developer or have access to unfinished games. I have 2 in my office. they do not play retail versions. There is also a sticker that says PROPERTY OF NINTENDO Resale Prohibited on the bottom.
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    Image of Project_J187 Project_J187
    06/09/09

    @HardFox: Then I guess it is a good thing they are auctioning this instead of reselling.


    I'll give you a minute to deal with your mind being blown.

     Reply
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    Image of Project_J187 Project_J187
    06/09/09

    @Project_J187: but you are right and Nintendo will get the auction pulled.
     Reply
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    Image of karltpb karltpb
    05/07/09

    In reply to PSP 3000 Homebrew is Here Now
    You can actually run homebrew now. Hell "ChickHEN" has been out for like 2 days now.


    HEN = Homebrew ENabler.

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    Image of Jason Chen Jason Chen
    05/07/09

    @karltpb: Oh nice!
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    Image of Hello Mister Walrus Hello Mister Walrus
    02/04/09

    In reply to WiiGator to Load Gamecube Backups Without Modchips
    If you upgrade the DVD drive cover to carbon fibre, it will go even faster.
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    Image of okenny :) ...building bridges (to hide under) okenny :) ...building bridges (to hide under)
    01/18/09

    In reply to Wii Homebrew Hack Turns Wiimote Into a Casual Carpenter's Level
    Got ahead of myself there:


    ...and the "we did it because we could" parade continues down Too Much Time blvd.

     Reply
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    Image of okenny :) ...building bridges (to hide under) okenny :) ...building bridges (to hide under)
    01/18/09

    In reply to Wii Homebrew Hack Turns Wiimote Into a Casual Carpenter's Level
    ...and the "we did it because we could" continues down Too Much Time blvd.
     Reply
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    Image of OMG! Ponies! OMG! Ponies!
    01/18/09

    In reply to Wii Homebrew Hack Turns Wiimote Into a Casual Carpenter's Level
    Or you can buy a little level from the hardware store and keep it in your toolbox. They come in all sorts of sizes.
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    Image of AkronZip AkronZip
    01/18/09

    In reply to Wii Homebrew Hack Turns Wiimote Into a Casual Carpenter's Level
    This is interesting, especially considering the iPhone has applications that do the same thing. I wonder how long it will be before all of the tools that give us information are digital?
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    Image of OMG! Ponies! OMG! Ponies!
    01/18/09

    @AkronZip: I'll trust a bubble long before I trust the accelerometer on a cell phone with a propensity towards dropping calls.
     Reply
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    Image of switchblade saints switchblade saints
    01/18/09

    In reply to Wii Homebrew Hack Turns Wiimote Into a Casual Carpenter's Level
    what if the tv isn't level.


    blast.

     Reply
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    Image of cptncraig cptncraig
    01/18/09

    @switchblade saints:


    well just use the wii leveling too..oh snap :(


    or the free sprit level for ipod/iphone.


    or or or


    buy a spirit level,level the tv, and then you can use the wii leveling too...oh snap.


    or the free sprit level for ipod/iphone.

     Reply
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    Image of OMG! Ponies! OMG! Ponies!
    01/18/09

    @cptncraig: Or use a measuring cup and water.


    Or use a level.

     Reply
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    Image of Ubik2501 Ubik2501
    12/05/08

    In reply to Homebrew iPhone App Lets You Reward Sparky From Afar
    I was thinking of doing something like this myself - just having a webcam watching my dog, streaming through my website so I could check on him throughout the day. What exactly would I need to be able to do that?
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    Image of Gann Gann
    12/05/08

    @Ubik2501: You would need a webcam
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    Image of balls187 balls187
    11/20/08

    In reply to Newest System Menu 3.4 Wii Update Kills Homebrew Again
    Clearly this is a response to playing "backups" on the wii.
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    Image of YasmineAcastus YasmineAcastus
    11/18/08

    In reply to Newest System Menu 3.4 Wii Update Kills Homebrew Again
    IMHO the following change is illegal on Nintendo's part and won't survive in North America (I'm unfamiliar with laws elsewhere):
    ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
    Wii Network Service Privacy Policy Update

    Nintendo has updated the Wii Network Service Privacy Policy along side the update. The most notable change details how your Wii may download updates without your permission or even without notifying you first.

    Old Policy

    "To ensure that your Wii Console is operating properly and efficiently, we may download updates, patches, upgrades and similar software to your Wii Console. In addition, we may disable unauthorized or illegal software that has been placed on your Wii Console without notifying you where necessary, in order to comply with applicable laws, assist law enforcement, protect us and our customers, and prevent the use and distribution of software obtained through improper channels."

    New Policy

    "WE MAY WITHOUT NOTIFYING YOU, download updates, patches, upgrades and similar software to your Wii Console and may disable unauthorized or illegal software placed on your Wii Console to ensure that your Wii Console is operating properly and efficiently, comply with applicable laws, assist law enforcement, protect us and our customers, or prevent the use and distribution of software obtained through improper channels." (editor's emphasis in upper case)
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    Image of balls187 balls187
    11/20/08

    @YasmineAcastus: one acronym: DMCA
     Reply
    balls187 was starred balls187 was unstarred
    Image of OMG! Ponies! OMG! Ponies!
    11/18/08

    In reply to Newest System Menu 3.4 Wii Update Kills Homebrew Again
    Hey Nintendo - zip up your fly. Your Sony is showing.
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