Today we are hearing that 99 cents is considering a move on prices above 99 cents. The first time in its 26 year history.
This is another sign of the times. 99 cents is one of the few places still left where you can buy items for under a $1.
I have been to 99 cents stores many times over the years and have found many great deals, from computer cables to spices.
This would be a sad move but at the same time if the product offerings improve the store could boost sales.
Friday, August 29, 2008
John McCain Birthday
Happy 77th Birthday to John McCain!
McCain has not selected a running mate, there is speculation that Governer Sarah Palin could be the running mate after a trip she made to meet with McCain yesterday.
McCain has not selected a running mate, there is speculation that Governer Sarah Palin could be the running mate after a trip she made to meet with McCain yesterday.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Details on Twiistup 5 coming soon
Get ready folks. Twiistup 5 details are coming soon. Rumor is that the next one is going to be in Jan 2009. Register early as they all sell out FAST!
Sprint Horrible Customer Service
Sprint Horrible Customer Service
I just got off the phone with what I believe to be one of the worse customer support supervisors I have ever dealt with.
Paul at Sprint who is supposedly a supervisor with badge # PA0666627.
My issue relates to how a device is handling email downloads, in particular a HTC Touch.
The device is sporadically downloading email from the server that has been deleted from the device. I have tried several times to delete and recreate the account to no avail.
I was simply looking for some support to attempt to solve this issue as I am not having this problem on a desktop system running Outlook 2003. The server setting on the account is configured to leave the mail on the server. The HTC Touch doesn't have a setting that I can find to leave or delete mail from the server in the POP type setting.
The first customer rep I spoke with took over 30 minutes to get to him and then he asked me to hold. I was on hold for at least 15 minutes. He came back and told me his computer crashed. Unreal. After that he proceeded to blame my server for this issue, talk about passing the buck.
The supervisor who I asked to speak with basically told me the same thing, It's the server. So I said, why is the computer not having this issue? His answer... he didn't know, but he sure knew how to blame the server for the Touch problem.
Paul at the Sprint customer support center really needs to undergo some serious customer service re-training and Peter Pang his supposed boss needs to make sure that happens. All I asked for was to get some answers to this problem.
There's one thing for sure, Sprint has had some very good support people and some VERY POOR customer support reps. Today was my day to deal with the worse Sprint customer service reps.
This type of experience is the kind of experience that totally sours a customer on their feeling towards a company like Sprint. If they continue this type of behavior unchecked they will go out of business, they are already in so much trouble.
Sprint: Get with the program and fix your customer service.
Most recently it was the website, it took me hours to speak with someone who was finally able to help with my account.
I just got off the phone with what I believe to be one of the worse customer support supervisors I have ever dealt with.
Paul at Sprint who is supposedly a supervisor with badge # PA0666627.
My issue relates to how a device is handling email downloads, in particular a HTC Touch.
The device is sporadically downloading email from the server that has been deleted from the device. I have tried several times to delete and recreate the account to no avail.
I was simply looking for some support to attempt to solve this issue as I am not having this problem on a desktop system running Outlook 2003. The server setting on the account is configured to leave the mail on the server. The HTC Touch doesn't have a setting that I can find to leave or delete mail from the server in the POP type setting.
The first customer rep I spoke with took over 30 minutes to get to him and then he asked me to hold. I was on hold for at least 15 minutes. He came back and told me his computer crashed. Unreal. After that he proceeded to blame my server for this issue, talk about passing the buck.
The supervisor who I asked to speak with basically told me the same thing, It's the server. So I said, why is the computer not having this issue? His answer... he didn't know, but he sure knew how to blame the server for the Touch problem.
Paul at the Sprint customer support center really needs to undergo some serious customer service re-training and Peter Pang his supposed boss needs to make sure that happens. All I asked for was to get some answers to this problem.
There's one thing for sure, Sprint has had some very good support people and some VERY POOR customer support reps. Today was my day to deal with the worse Sprint customer service reps.
This type of experience is the kind of experience that totally sours a customer on their feeling towards a company like Sprint. If they continue this type of behavior unchecked they will go out of business, they are already in so much trouble.
Sprint: Get with the program and fix your customer service.
Most recently it was the website, it took me hours to speak with someone who was finally able to help with my account.
NewTeeVee Pier Screening
NewTeeVee Pier Screening LA, August: Non-Human
Thursday, August 28, 2008 from 07:00 PM - 09:30 PM (PT)
Los Angeles, CA 
Web Video on the Big Screen
Photos from previous San Francisco Pier Screenings by James Yu
What are NewTeeVee Pier Screenings?
The NewTeeVee Pier Screenings, a series of four summer events, bring together content creators and online video aficionados in a casual setting. These events are live tests of how well online video survives the move from the PC to the gigantic screen, accompanied by entertaining commentary from our judges and informative talks by relevant, successful online video entrepreneurs. Past themes included episodic content, parody, product placement and user-generated advertising, and citizen news.
THEME
This month's theme is NON-HUMAN, by which we mean anything that doesn't include human actors on-screen. We welcome animation, puppets, animals, machinima, or whatever other interpretation you have. Submissions will be accepted between August 1 - 21. The top six submissions will be shown at the live screening on August 28.
SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO!
This year the editorial team behind NewTeeVee and NewTeeVee Station will be choosing the finalists to be shown at each Pier Screening. Each event's attendees (both in person and via live streaming) will choose the winner by text message vote. If you'd like to enter, please use this submission form.
PRIZES
G-Technology will be giving 320G external harddrives to the top three winners as voted by the live audience.
The first place winner will also receive a 1 terabyte harddrive and a free laptop engraving provided by Etchstar.
GET YOUR OWN CELL PHONE ETCHED AT THE PIER SCREENING
Etchstar will provide free onsite etching for iPhones and cell phones at the NewTeeVee Pier Screening. Just bring your phone and get it etched during the event. We'll have a bunch of cool designs to choose from.
FOOD & DRINKS
Refreshments will include beer and movie theater fare. (Think popcorn, beer and candy.)
JOIN NEWTEEVEE'S FACEBOOK GROUP & KEEP IN TOUCH
If you are involved in the online video industry, or just love watching the newest web videos, don't forget to join our Facebook group. We'll keep you in the loop regarding cool events and tips from our editors. Click here to join us on Facebook.
SPONSORS
A big thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible
ON2 Technologies, G-Technology, Volomedia, Move Networks and DF SPlash
Additional Sponsors
If you are interested in sponsoring the Pier Screenings, please contact us at sponsors@newteevee.com.
If you have questions please contact screenings@newteevee.com.
Nite on The Town Builder Recommendation Pasadena
Form David Luna from Nite on the Town, recommendation for a builder in Pasadena, CA
Hi Folks:
As I'm writing this in my upstairs home office, workers from Alpha Construction are downstairs working on our most recent home renovation. This most recent phase will have them laying new floors, redoing ceilings, adding new recessed lighting and electrical outlets and of course painting. Amid all the construction, something occured to me. Nite On The Town members are in fact a community whose restaurant buying power has been aggregated, resulting in significant savings at local restaurants. Is it possible to aggregate our buying power in other areas to reap savings - eg home renovations?
Alpha Construction (owner Baldo Coronado) has already done three projects for us over the last five years. He has updated our kitchen; redone our patio; remodeled our master suite and bathroom. We live in Orange Grove Village and were first introduced to Baldo by a neighbor.In doing our initial due dilegence we discovered that Baldo had done work for six different owners (multiple projects for some) in our complex over the previous ten years. We talked to these neighbors and saw his work. Everyone gave him glowing recommendations and the work spoke for itself. Like everyone else, our experience working with Alpha has been wonderful. Price quotes have been very fair and in every case he has done the work at or under budget. In several cases modifications were required to the existing work. Baldo returned, made the modifications to our satisfaction - at no extra charge.
Here's what I'm thinking. If any of you are considering home improvement work over the next year why not consider banding together. I've talked to Baldo Coronado and he is willing to offer very attractive savings on any multiple projects that can be coordinated into his schedules. If you would like to investigate furthur drop us an email. I'd be happy to answer any questions and anyone is welcome to pop in and inspect Alpha's work for themselves.
Best regards,
David Lunan
Hi Folks:
As I'm writing this in my upstairs home office, workers from Alpha Construction are downstairs working on our most recent home renovation. This most recent phase will have them laying new floors, redoing ceilings, adding new recessed lighting and electrical outlets and of course painting. Amid all the construction, something occured to me. Nite On The Town members are in fact a community whose restaurant buying power has been aggregated, resulting in significant savings at local restaurants. Is it possible to aggregate our buying power in other areas to reap savings - eg home renovations?
Alpha Construction (owner Baldo Coronado) has already done three projects for us over the last five years. He has updated our kitchen; redone our patio; remodeled our master suite and bathroom. We live in Orange Grove Village and were first introduced to Baldo by a neighbor.In doing our initial due dilegence we discovered that Baldo had done work for six different owners (multiple projects for some) in our complex over the previous ten years. We talked to these neighbors and saw his work. Everyone gave him glowing recommendations and the work spoke for itself. Like everyone else, our experience working with Alpha has been wonderful. Price quotes have been very fair and in every case he has done the work at or under budget. In several cases modifications were required to the existing work. Baldo returned, made the modifications to our satisfaction - at no extra charge.
Here's what I'm thinking. If any of you are considering home improvement work over the next year why not consider banding together. I've talked to Baldo Coronado and he is willing to offer very attractive savings on any multiple projects that can be coordinated into his schedules. If you would like to investigate furthur drop us an email. I'd be happy to answer any questions and anyone is welcome to pop in and inspect Alpha's work for themselves.
Best regards,
David Lunan
Special Announcment from Eli at Invesco Field
Special Announcment from Eli at Invesco Field from MoveOn.org
As Barack Obama launches the final phase of his campaign, we're launching MoveOn's biggest effort yet to help Obama win: A huge campaign to register half a million young voters in the states we need to win most.
Can you chip in?
https://pol.moveon.org/donate/voterreg.html
As Barack Obama launches the final phase of his campaign, we're launching MoveOn's biggest effort yet to help Obama win: A huge campaign to register half a million young voters in the states we need to win most.
Can you chip in?
https://pol.moveon.org/donate/voterreg.html
Ultra and Sub Notebooks Which one?
I'm in the market for a sub-notebook computer. Rumors are circulating that Apple is coming out with a 12" screen MacBook. I like the HP sub-notebook. Has a beefy hard drive and nice keyboard. Overall nice system for the price.
Me and my wife already have a Mac and 3 Windows systems. My main Dell system a Latitude D610 is getting old, the drive is small and it is starting to slow down.
I am leaning towards the HP. I thought I read that Dell was coming out with a sub-notebook, but on their site there is nothing there, maybe it hasn't come out yet.
After I do some research I will post some updates on my quest.
Me and my wife already have a Mac and 3 Windows systems. My main Dell system a Latitude D610 is getting old, the drive is small and it is starting to slow down.
I am leaning towards the HP. I thought I read that Dell was coming out with a sub-notebook, but on their site there is nothing there, maybe it hasn't come out yet.
After I do some research I will post some updates on my quest.
Auto Parts Site: RockAuto.com
Just saw an ad for RockAuto.com in the Los Angeles Times.
Basically if you "Need Auto & Body Parts At Rockin' Prices?" call Rock Auto.
Visit the site at www.rockauto.com 1-866-ROCKAUTO or 1800-762-5288 they are located in Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
They show an ad for an oxygen sensor for a 2003 Buick Regal at $15 less than the nearest competitor.
AutoZone is nearly $20 more! included are NAPA, Advance, Checker, Schucks, Kragen, O'Reilly.
These are regular prices at RockAuto.
Next time I need a part I am going to give them a try.
Here is their about us:
About RockAuto:
RockAuto is a limited liability company (LLC) founded in 1999 in Wisconsin by brothers Jim and Tom Taylor. The company name was derived from the Rock River near Madison, WI.
Jim Taylor, President, is an electrical engineering graduate of General Motors Institute and a University of Chicago MBA. He has more than fifteen years of engineering, management, computer systems, and marketing experience at General Motors, Deloitte & Touche, NutraSweet and Pfizer. Jim enjoys doing things on the weekend like adding fuel injection to his 1977 Lincoln.
Tom Taylor, Vice President Marketing, is an electrical engineering graduate of the University of Michigan, Wayne State University, and the Chrysler Institute of Engineering. Tom has more than ten years engineering and technical sales experience with Chrysler, Rockwell, US Department of State, and a computer start-up company in Seattle. He drives a 1979 Chrysler 300 which has been in the family since new.
Sandra Taylor, Vice President Customer Service, is an electrical engineering graduate of General Motors Institute. She has more than six years of automotive engineering and computer systems experience at Pontiac assembly plants. Sandra drives a 1992 Dodge van when she needs lots of room to haul her four children. She drives a LeBaron convertible when traveling light.
Basically if you "Need Auto & Body Parts At Rockin' Prices?" call Rock Auto.
Visit the site at www.rockauto.com 1-866-ROCKAUTO or 1800-762-5288 they are located in Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
They show an ad for an oxygen sensor for a 2003 Buick Regal at $15 less than the nearest competitor.
AutoZone is nearly $20 more! included are NAPA, Advance, Checker, Schucks, Kragen, O'Reilly.
These are regular prices at RockAuto.
Next time I need a part I am going to give them a try.
Here is their about us:
About RockAuto:
RockAuto is a limited liability company (LLC) founded in 1999 in Wisconsin by brothers Jim and Tom Taylor. The company name was derived from the Rock River near Madison, WI.
Jim Taylor, President, is an electrical engineering graduate of General Motors Institute and a University of Chicago MBA. He has more than fifteen years of engineering, management, computer systems, and marketing experience at General Motors, Deloitte & Touche, NutraSweet and Pfizer. Jim enjoys doing things on the weekend like adding fuel injection to his 1977 Lincoln.
Tom Taylor, Vice President Marketing, is an electrical engineering graduate of the University of Michigan, Wayne State University, and the Chrysler Institute of Engineering. Tom has more than ten years engineering and technical sales experience with Chrysler, Rockwell, US Department of State, and a computer start-up company in Seattle. He drives a 1979 Chrysler 300 which has been in the family since new.
Sandra Taylor, Vice President Customer Service, is an electrical engineering graduate of General Motors Institute. She has more than six years of automotive engineering and computer systems experience at Pontiac assembly plants. Sandra drives a 1992 Dodge van when she needs lots of room to haul her four children. She drives a LeBaron convertible when traveling light.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die
I was reviewing the Costco September 2008 member magazine and noticed this book in there:
1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die (Paperback)
by Tom Moon (Author)
Looks like a good book to own. It is filled with tidbits about the top artists and music of the last 50+ years. Contemporary music and classic music. Hip hop to opera. 1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die is filled with the best music you should listen to. The albums are listed by artist and include interesting tidbits of info about the recording and artist.
From Amazon:
# Paperback: 992 pages
# Publisher: Workman Publishing Company (August 28, 2008)
# Language: English
# ISBN-10: 076113963X
# ISBN-13: 978-0761139638
# Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.3 x 1.9 inches
1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die (Paperback)
by Tom Moon (Author)
Looks like a good book to own. It is filled with tidbits about the top artists and music of the last 50+ years. Contemporary music and classic music. Hip hop to opera. 1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die is filled with the best music you should listen to. The albums are listed by artist and include interesting tidbits of info about the recording and artist.
From Amazon:
# Paperback: 992 pages
# Publisher: Workman Publishing Company (August 28, 2008)
# Language: English
# ISBN-10: 076113963X
# ISBN-13: 978-0761139638
# Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.3 x 1.9 inches
Daydream on AutoPilot
Daydream on Auto Pilot
The first initial FYE premier in store/mall shows have just been posted
for Daydream On Autopilot.
The giant 850 nationwide store music chain is promoting the band and selling
their new EP "Better Off Alone"
FYE will be posting the bands store tour shortly and promo on their site.
got to--
www.myspace.com/daydreamonautopilot
for show dates and store locations
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Album Sales top 20 August
| 1 | JONAS BROTHERS | LITTLE BIT LONGER |
| 2 | KID ROCK | ROCK N ROLL JESUS |
| 3 | STAIND | ILLUSION OF PROGRESS |
| 4 | MAMMA MIA | SOUNDTRACK |
| 5 | ICE CUBE | RAW FOOTAGE |
| 6 | CYRUS*MILEY | BREAKOUT |
| 7 | LIL WAYNE | THA CARTER III |
| 8 | SUGARLAND | LOVE ON THE INSIDE |
| 9 | CAMP ROCK | SOUNDTRACK |
| 10 | SHWAYZE | SHWAYZE |
| 11 | COLDPLAY | VIVA LA VIDA |
| 12 | RIHANNA | GOOD GIRL GONE BAD |
| 13 | CHEETAH GIRLS: ONE WORLD | SOUNDTRACK |
| 14 | PERRY*KATY | ONE OF THE BOYS |
| 15 | SWIFT*TAYLOR | TAYLOR SWIFT |
| 16 | NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC | VOL. 28-NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL |
| 17 | ACADEMY IS | FAST TIMES AT BARRINGTON HIGH |
| 18 | LEWIS*LEONA | SPIRIT |
| 19 | DISTURBED | INDESTRUCTIBLE |
| 20 | JONAS BROTHERS | JONAS BROTHERS |
Southwest cutting 200 flights Jan 1, 2009
Southwest is cutting 200 flights nationwide. 6% of flights cut.
Vons Grocery Stores to limit coupons
Vons grocery stores is now limits coupons to $1 value.
Following the lead of Ralphs grocery stores of doing the same limit.
Following the lead of Ralphs grocery stores of doing the same limit.
Mervyns Big Sale
Mervyns stores which is in Bankruptcy is going to be closing many stores in California. Has borrowed over $400million to regroup and revamp best performing stores.
Mervyns has been advertising deep discount sales which are starting today. Discounts of 50% or more on many items.
I have a couple stores near my home, one in Monrovia and another in Glendale.
Here's a link to the sale:
http://mervyns.shoplocal.com/mervyns/default.aspx?action=browsepageflash&storeid=2315863&rapid=584476&prvid=Mervyns-080827ROP&promotioncode=Mervyns-080827ROP&fsid=128643223911650935
Mervyns has been advertising deep discount sales which are starting today. Discounts of 50% or more on many items.
I have a couple stores near my home, one in Monrovia and another in Glendale.
Here's a link to the sale:
http://mervyns.shoplocal.com/mervyns/default.aspx?action=browsepageflash&storeid=2315863&rapid=584476&prvid=Mervyns-080827ROP&promotioncode=Mervyns-080827ROP&fsid=128643223911650935
CLEARANCE BLOWOUT
get great deals on thousands of apparel, home & accessories clearance items
ALL ITEMS ORIGINALLY $4-$12
NOW $2
ALL ITEMS ORIGINALLY $13-$21
NOW $4
ALL ITEMS ORIGINALLY $22-$29
NOW $6
NOW $2
ALL ITEMS ORIGINALLY $13-$21
NOW $4
ALL ITEMS ORIGINALLY $22-$29
NOW $6
Valid August 27 - September 1, 2008. Excludes prior purchases, new reductions, shoes, intimates and jewelry. Offers may not apply in select closing stores. Clearance and closeout merchandise selection and prices are not valid in the following Meryvns locations: Newark, CA; Antioch, CA; Irvine, CA; Livermore, CA; Foothill Ranch, CA; Napa, CA; Laguna Niguel, CA; Fairfield, CA; Huntington Center, CA; Canoga Park, CA; Palm Desert, CA; Thousand Oaks, CA; Village Square, AZ; Sparks, NV; Scottsdale, AZ; Carson City, NV; Southwest Las Vegas, NV; Boise, ID; So. Phoenix, AZ; Reno, NV; Ingram Park, TX; South Park Mall, TX; Odessa, TX; Lubbock, TX; Midland, TX; Northstar Mall, TX; Silver Creek Plaza, AZ.
Borders to sell less music
Reports that Borders will be selling less music or cutting it out completely out at many stores.
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