The Limey Report » iPod

Has MP3 truly changed people’s lives?

thelimey — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:27:12 +0000

Fifty years ago, the idea of carrying high quality, static-free stereo music in your pocket would have seemed like pure science fiction.

Today, MP3 players are among the most popular assets of modern humanity.

Apple’s iPod has gained the biggest profile, of course – especially among those with more cash than brains – but the sheer range of sizes, features and prices is amazing. And if you have one, there’s one thing you can count on – there’s now something better out there.

Browse around and see what you find…

From ENIAC to iPad in just 50 years

thelimey — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:14:36 +0000

In 1948, two bright sparks named J. Presper Eckert and John Mauchly built what is widely regarded as the world’s first real computer – ENIAC. It weighed 50 tons, took up 1800 square feet – and had about half the computing power of your watch.

Today, we can do a bit better.

And of all the modern computing devices, few have changed people’s lives and options more than laptops. They’re quite a lot smaller, few just a few pounds and give you a level of computing ability the ENIAC could not even process.

If you need one for work – or just as a trinket – be warned, they’re addictive. That link is one source, but do a search and have fun.

The Food of Love

thelimey — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:34:18 +0000

When the very first recording technology was invented I’d doubt those who were there as its witness could even have dreamed of the depth and scope of effect their shiny new trinket would go on to cause.

Today, everyone’s wired! People play music 24/7 on iPods and cellphones, and one SD card can hold more songs than your Father’s entire vinyl-encrusted collection. But of course, you need the right gear.

Check out that link and see for yourself if your flavor is there. I’d be willing to bet you’ll find that it is…

Photo by J.Durczak

Your Favorite Memory

thelimey — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:51:58 +0000

Is it my imagination or do all modern teens have weeds in their ears? Everywhere you look there’s some guy [or girl] with tuberous wires hanging out of their head?? Digital music has become one of the few benign addictions in modern society – Everybody’s tuned in! Thomas Eddison would be dumbfounded – and flattered! But whether you’re hooked on MP3′s or JPG’s, the one thing you’re going to need more of is memory cards.

With typical, uncaring avarice the makers have created a vast range of formats – You can easily waste hours looking for yours. Or you can search memorysuppliers.com and find just what you need in a blink. Drop by and stock up – just don’t blame me when you get chased by a whacker!