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Xacti 1000HD… my new gadget!

I just got this for all the video I plan on taking (getting married and got twins on the way).

I’m not a big fan of huge complex electronics so this Sanyo Xacti is the perfect size. The Sony HDR-TG1 is smaller but cost about $300 bucks more. The Xacti also has more options like adding external flash or mic. The lens on the Sanyo are bigger so more light is captured. I’m sure this helps out big time in darker places.

Takes about 3hrs to charge so I’ll post more later on the performance. Here are some test videos I found online:
- Test shots by Colin Cubitt
- Flowers by Colin Cubitt
- Old sailing ship

Check out the reviews on Amazon & Steve’s Digicams.

Tags: xacti 1000hd sanyo gadget camcorder camera
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My First Political Donation!

I’m finally inspired enough to take part in the political process here in the US. Sure I’ve voted before and had many political discussions but never had a strong positive feeling about any politician until now.

Tags: donation, Obama, Politics
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InfoQ Interview about Silverlight

I didn’t realize so many people I know visit the InfoQ website. I was interviewed while out in San Francisco for the QCon conference. For those of you who are about to email me or call… yes… thats me. For anyone else who did not see the interview or have no idea what I’m talking about… Here’s it is

The interview took place in the same hotel as the conference. I look like I really need to sleep or something. It was a long day.

Anyway… if you want to check out the latest MLB.com media player then go to http://www.mlb.com and click on any link under the “Programming” tab.

Tags: interview, media player, mlb.com, qcon, san francisco, Silverlight
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Giants Super Bowl XLII Champs!!!

The Giants beat the giant! No more hype. No more dynasty.

Tags: 42, football, giants, Sports, super bowl, XLII
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Year End Checklist for Bloggers and Web Developers

Just one more week before the end of 2007. Are you ready for 2008? Here’s a list of random things I recommend doing before the new year.

• Check for malicious code in your WordPress themes and plugins.
• Backup your blog database in phpMyAdmin.
• Are you a JavaScripter? Take your skillset to a new level with Pro JavaScript Design Patterns.
• Learn more about virtualization with popular applications like VMWare, Virtual PC and Parallels. These tools are very useful for Web Developers.
• Stay ahead of the browser race by subscribing to these blogs: IE Blog, Mozilla Dev News and Surfin’ Safari.

Enjoy the holidays and have a Happy New Year!!!

–HB

Tags: developers, javascript, list, php, security, Software, themes, vm, wordpress
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