PIE’s Third Class, You Better Keep an Eye on These Companies…

There are a number of new startups that have joined the third PIE Class. However there are a few that have stood out to me. The first startup has to do with the IoT. IoT stands for Internet of Things. I’m a MASSIVE fan of what is being done with IoT. Personally I think it... Continue reading →

Lenovo X1 Carbon Touch

A week ago I received my repaired Lenovo (previously I had written about the first setup of Windows 8 and initial load of Ubuntu Linux). Super stoked, I immediately opened up the box and booted it right there on the spot. I wasn’t sure if Lenovo support had completely wiped and loaded the machine or... Continue reading →

Riak 1.4 – A Few Notes, Notices & Thoughts…

The release notes for Riak 1.4 can be found via github… Two things have worked together that made me want to write up the new Riak 1.4 features. With Riak 1.4 hitting the streets and the work I’ve been doing with CorrugatedIron there are a few features that are going to add icing the cake.... Continue reading →

Banning the Phablet… with the Samsung ATIV with Keyboard.

Ok, in the end, let’s just call these things tablets. I know there is the attempt to call these phablets, but that’s so freakin’ stupid. They’re called tablets Microsoft. Just go with the flow. Here’s an unboxing, initial application viewing & a bit more via video. I’ve broken this review into three sections; A Video... Continue reading →

Lenovo X1 Carbon Touch :: Opening, Setup and Failure

Yesterday I received my X1 Carbon Touch from Amazon. First part of this whole adventure is that I sent it to my old address in one part of town so that led to a little sleuth action to track it down. After a short bike ride up the street I arrived and the office staff... Continue reading →