One possible reason for declining TV ratings is the flood of bizarre reality formats across every channel. The Channel 10 Reality Show Generator creates faux-show formats with B-grade hosts and strange challenges (“contestants are electrocuted based on their ability to complete a naked footrace”). Not productive exactly, but an amusing way to deconstruct current TV schedules. [Channel 10 Reality Show Generator via TV Tonight]
Telstra has increased the basic download allowances on its prepaid Next G broadband plans, paralleling recent similar changes for contract 3G broadband. They’re better value, but they’re still not the cheapest plans on the market by a long shot. More »
Trials are continuing for in-flight Wi-Fi in Australia, but it’s already available on some US services. Road Worrier puts it to the speed and value test. More »
The South Australian government backed down pretty quickly on its ludicrous plan to force anyone commenting on a story during an election period to provide a full name and address. However, Tasmania still has an equivalent law, and there’s no suggestion it’s about to be repealed. More »
Love a classic serving tray, whether for delivering drinks or the occasional breakfast in bed? Home design blog Apartment Therapy details how to make your own attractive serving tray by salvaging an old cupboard door. More »
Despite the proliferation of laptops and netbooks, the vast majority of students still use their computers like $500 typewriters. Stop working so hard and start being a better student by leveraging computer-based tools to your advantage. More »
You wanted Google set up just right, you wanted easy iPhone streaming and you wanted to remind Lifehacker’s editor that online apps are often limited by bandwidth caps. Kick off your Lifehacker Monday by making sure you didn’t miss any of the biggest posts from last week: More »
We cover mostly productivity-related iPhone apps around these parts, but if you’ve got a little one who could use some educational — or just distracting — games, MetaFilter founder, blogger and dad Matt Haughey has rounded up 14 kid-tested, parent-approved iPhone games for kids. More »
