newVideoPlayer( {"type":"video","player":"http://www.youtube.com/v/0D2o8F2MOuI&hl=en&fs=1&hd=1","customParams":[] ,"width":500,"height":332.5,"ratio":0.615,"flashData":"","embedName":null,"objectId":null,"noEmbed":false,"source":"youtube","wrap":true,"agegate":false} ); It turns out PVC pipes are good for more than just making cannons. You can also turn them into a surprisingly pleasant-to-the-ear musical instrument. More »
Microwaves often cook unevenly and skillets cook hot and fast. Skip the guesswork with your bacon prep and fire up your oven for perfectly cooked and amazingly delicious bacon. More »
Christmas must be coming: the iTunes card bargains are accumulating once more. Australia Post is offering a second card for half-price (so two $20 for $30, two $30 for $45, or two $50 for $75) until November 28. That’s not quite as good a deal as Kmart’s current offer, but it does run for longer and there’s a lot more outlets to choose from. [Australia Post via OzBargain]
Chrome: Wondering what software a site is using to perform its magic? Chrome extension BuiltWith Technology Profile tells you what software are systems used on any given site with a single click. More »
My rail trip from Melbourne to Adelaide yesterday wasn’t just an excuse for even more 3G broadband testing. I’d deliberately scheduled it so I could spend a day largely doing editing work on my NaNoWriMo novel, and I’m really glad I did. More »
Windows Phone 7 looks like reasonable value at first glance, but a big part of the appeal for any smart phone is the range of apps. I’ve mused over whether the app range will be up to scratch, but for Aussie users there’s a more fundamental problem: foreign transaction credit card charges every time you buy an app. More »
