Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Official Gmail Blog: New in Labs: Offline Gmail

Official Gmail Blog: New in Labs: Offline Gmail

Here's the posting on the Google Blog. I still have not seen it on my account.

Wonder how many days it will take to show up.

"""
We're making offline Gmail available to everyone who uses Gmail in US or UK English over the next couple of days, so if you don't see it under the Labs tab yet, it should be there soon. Once you see it, just follow these steps to get started:

1. Click Settings and click the Labs tab.
2. Select Enable next to Offline Gmail.
3. Click Save Changes.
4. After your browser reloads, you'll see a new "Offline0.1" link in the upper righthand corner of your account, next to your username. Click this link to start the offline set up process and download Gears if you don't already have it.
"""

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

NAMM 2009 - Shay Lynn - Maria Riley

NAMM 2009 took place in Anaheim, California. January 15-18, 2009.

The show is packed with over 1500 exhibitor booths. Approx 90,000 are expected to attend.

There's a rumor that the NAMM 2010 show may move to the Los Angeles Convention Center. That would be great news for the City of Los Angeles. I would prefer to see it held in Los Angeles. The LA Convention Center is larger and has been expanded to accomodate large conventions like NAMM.

P1000129 NAMM 2009
http://www.flickr.com/photos/victorcab/sets/72157612663947014/

At the show you will see all the music equipment and related components, basically anything that has to do with music you can find it at NAMM.

The people watching and photo opportunities are great.

Here's DBZ Guitars/Diamond who had some models at their booth taking pictures with those in attendance. That's me in the center.

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Pictured: Mary Riley - Victor Caballero - Shay Lyn

Shay Lyn official site: http://www.shay-lyn.com/

Here's a picture of the stage where bands perform during the convention.
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The LA Times has a great interview with the head of NAMM, Joe Lamond.



http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-namm15-2009jan15,0,6382285,full.story

The story mentions NAMM did a survey and showed that 82% of people who don't play an instrument wish they did. Wow that's a huge market that Guitar Hero and RockBand have targetted.

Twitter Blog: Inauguration Day on Twitter

Twitter Blog: Inauguration Day on Twitter

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

T-Mobile's web2go

Devices connect people and connecting people is our specialty.

You create amazing mobile experiences with your applications.

We deliver access to people (who download lots of stuff)...

Sounds like an ideal start to a relationship. Let's do business together in a brand new way. With the T-Mobile devPartner program there is a clear path to market, which means you don't have to "know someone" to get your application or mobile website on T-Mobile's web2go.

Learn more and register now at http://developer.t-mobile.com

Some key benefits of being a T-Mobile devPartner:

  • Connect with T-Mobile's customers: Potentially reach millions of subscribers who are active adopters of new content and services on their data-enabled handsets.
  • Low Barrier of Entry: Sign the online agreement, access development tools, and use the automated submission tool. Yes, it's that simple.
  • An attractive revenue opportunity: It's quick and easy for your application to start earning up to a 70% revenue share.

We think you'll find this open approach to partnering a great way for developers and T-Mobile to work together. If you are interested, you can register for the program here.

Warm Regards,

The T-Mobile devPartner Community Team

Sunday, November 16, 2008

Elf Yourself

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

Pasadena Marathon Cancelled

Event Organizers Cancel Race Due To Poor Air Quality
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We regret to inform you that we have been compelled to cancel today's Kaiser Permanente Pasadena Marathon as a result of the significant wildfires in the Los Angeles area and resulting unsafe air quality. Pasadena Forward's decision was made in consultation with the Kaiser Permanente Medical Team and the City of Pasadena.

Please know that it was extremely difficult to arrive at this decision, and we know that this is a disappointing outcome for all of us who have worked so hard for this inaugural event. However, the only appropriate response to this emergent situation, given that the safety and well-being of our participants is at the forefront of our concerns, was to cancel.

Over the next several days, we will hold discussions to determine appropriate next steps. Once concrete plans have been developed, updates will be posted at www.pasadenamarathon.org. All registered participants will also be notified via email of all important updates.

Thank you for your support and patience as we work through this challenge. We hope you are safe and well.

Israel Estrada
Executive Director, Pasadena Forward

Friday, November 14, 2008

Sam's Club Black Friday 2008 ad

Lots of buzz on the Black Friday ad from Sam's Club this year. Apparently a major typo on the front page WII package advertised at $224, when it should have been $425.

Here's the link

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Veteran's Day Ceremony

Veteran's Day Ceremony

Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 11:00am, Veterans Day Ceremony. The City of Burbank & The Veterans Commemorative Committee proudly present Veterans Day Ceremony at the McCambridge Park War Memorial (Located at the corner of Amherst Drive and San Fernando Road). There will be a flyover by the Condor Squadron. A free shuttle for seniors and disabled will be available from the Burbank Tennis Center parking lot on Amherst Drive, and the McCambridge Recreation Center parking lots on Andover Drive and Glenoaks Boulevard . Shuttle service will be available from 10:15 – 11:00 a.m. and will continue after the event for 45 minutes. For further information, please call (818) 238–5390.


The City of Burbank & The Veterans Commemorative Committee proudly present a Veterans Day Ceremony, "Honoring All Who Served." The ceremony will take place on Friday, November 10, 2006, at 11:00 a.m., at the McCambridge Park War Memorial (located at the corner of Amherst Drive and San Fernando Road).

A free shuttle for seniors and disabled will be available from the Burbank Tennis Center parking lot on Amherst Drive, and the McCambridge Recreation Center parking lots on Andover Drive and Glenoaks Blvd. Shuttle service will be available from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. and will continue after the event for 45 minutes. For further information, please call (818)238-5390.

Funeral Services Set For Former Motown Records Executive Jheryl Busby

--- On Mon, 11/10/08, Tracey Jordan wrote:
From: Tracey Jordan
Subject: Funeral Services Set For Former Motown Records Executive Jheryl Busby
To:
Date: Monday, November 10, 2008, 12:34 PM

MOTOWN ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (MAA)
Los Angeles Chapter
6305 S. La Brea Avenue, Suite 3
Los Angeles , CA 90056
(323) 533-1036


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FUNERAL SERVICES SET FOR FORMER MOTOWN RECORDS EXECUTIVE
JHERYL BUSBY

( Los Angeles , CA ) - Funeral services for former Motown Records President/CEO Jheryl Busby will
be held: Thursday, November 13, 2008 at 11:00AM
"The Tabernacle" of Faithful Central Bible Church
321 N. Eucalyptus Avenue
Inglewood , CA 90302-2917
(310) 330-8000

A repass will be held following the services at a location and time to be determined at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be sent to:
Jheryl Busby Foundation
c/o New Beginnings
6767 Regal Park Drive
Fontana , CA 92336
(909) 355-3533

Busby passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at the age of 59.

Church location and directions:
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?searchtype=address&country=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=home&address=321+N.Eucalyptus+Avenue&city=Inglewood&state=CA&zipcode

Contact: Ron Brewington
(323) 533-1036
bron215@aol.com

Desi Bradley: Gender, Contingent Labor, and Our Virtual Bodies

Interesting read.

Gender, Contingent Labor, and Our
Virtual Bodies
Desi Bradley

Available in HTML or PDF



Saturday, November 8, 2008

Marty's Corner: Gabriel Iglesias 2005 - Part 1

8 years after his first appearance on Marty's Corner, Gabriel Iglesias came back to say hello.




Michelle Mills and Marty Shields on Marty's Corner

In the Nov 8, Weekend edition of the Pasadena Star News(and sister newspapers) there is a story by Michelle Mills and Marty Shields on Marty's Corner.

Michelle is also the Doo Dah Parade Queen from time to time.

read the story here:

Recently the band Killjoy was interviewed on Marty's Corner:

See the video here on YouTube.

Groove Tubes clearance sale

Today is the last day for the Groove Tubes clearance sale.

The LA Times has a story about the vacuum that the closing of Groove Tubes will leave. Many aficionados will be left with one less place to buy sound equipment, amps, which many claim provides a much warmer sound.

Read the LA Times story here:
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2008/11/groove-tubes-cl.html

The sale started Thursday and ends Saturday, with 50% off all marked prices. A lot isn't marked, and you'll make your deal with Aspen. The factory is at 1543 Truman St., San Fernando, and is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cash, Check, or credit cards accepted.

Friday, November 7, 2008

Holiday Open House : Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf

The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf®
Holiday Open House

Dear Friends, neighbors and fellow merchants,

Come in and cozy up to a complimentary 12oz. holiday drink* to celebrate the season with friends, old and new! We’re serving up our Holiday Blend coffee, the famous Winter Dream Tea® and Tea Lattes, Peppermint Ice Blended® drinks and Lattes, and our Espresso Mint Chip Ice Blended® drink– FREE!

When: Tuesday, Nov. 11th, 2008 --- 5pm to 8pm**

Where: Your neighborhood The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® store
(Visit www.coffeebean.com to find the store nearest you.)

So, join us for sips, smiles and a free drink to ring in the holiday season. And while in the store, don’t forget to check out our wonderful assortment of holiday gifts.

- Your friends at The Bean

iKobo Discontinuing Money Transfer Services

iKobo Money Transfer


Dear Victor Caballero,

We regret to inform you that iKobo is discontinuing its services. Effective immediately, no further money transfers using your iKobo account will be allowed. Recipient cards issued by Palm Desert National Bank will continue to be active until November 13, 2008. Recipient cards will no longer work as of this date. However, card funds are safe and guaranteed, even after the card is deactivated.

We are notifying all recipient cardholders to spend down any card balance between now and November 13. Any remaining balance as of November 13, 2008 will be refunded to you, the sender, as stated in the bank cardholder agreement (https://www.ikobo.com, link at bottom of page to “US Program Terms and Conditions”). You will be receiving further information shortly.

We will assist you in any way possible. If you have any further questions regarding the above notice please contact us at info@ikobo.com.

It has been a pleasure serving you and we appreciate your past business.

We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.

Sincerely,

iKobo



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Oprah leaning on Sam Perry

Everyone was asking who was that man that Oprah was leaning on ... and sobbing over at the Obama acceptance speech.

Apparently Sam Perry is from Silicon Valley, CA near San Jose-San Francisco. Sam has donated thousands to the Obama campaign!

Nov 4, 2008