Oh Apple, we thought we knew ye.

I just have to rant. I know I’ve had beef about Apple with regards to some of the stuff they do/release. And those points are always wonderful sources for futher debate… especially if you start bringing in the whole fanboy culture into the fray. Make no mistake – there are people out there who are so dense, that they still see Apple as this knight in shining armor even if they’re already taking it in the ass.

This time, I just have to say I’m sorely disappointed with what Apple’s doing the past few weeks. For those who didn’t know, they are trying to claim the whole “pod” name for themselves. What does this entail? Any branding that has “pod” in it is now in danger. And as far as I know, they’ve already succeeded and are now closing in on the “podcast” monicker. While this is probably a brilliant move as far as cutthroat business is concerned, I must say my disillusionment is in full effect. I can say without a doubt that Apple has become (or is well on its way to becoming) one of the big bullies in business. An evil empire, which was previously reserved for the likes of Microsoft.

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In Voluptate Mors

Yesterday was the last time Cris’ family had to visit their dad in Bilibid. Surprisingly, her dad’s cellmate Abel had something to give me.

I only visited them once, so it was odd that he would have anything for me at all. Maybe it was because Abel realized the reality of being parted with a longtime friend/cellmate – he might’ve given everyone something to remember him. I mean let’s face it, I myself would never want to go back to that place given similar circumstances.

Anyways, the gift he gave me was a pencil sketch of Salvador Dali’s In Voluptate Mors, which is pretty impressive, considering he hasn’t had any formal training. See for yourself:

I never got to know what his story was, but I really hope he gets out soon as well – it would be an awful shame to waste such talent behind bars. If anything, may this post serve as a permanent reminder to those of us who met him, and while we may never see him again, may we remember him.

Torn

Katz sent us an email with a YouTube link. I found it particularly funny because we have a member in BP who left an impression on the group by doing something similar during the US tour. His impression was the song “Get Here (If You Can)” as originally sung by Oleta Adams if I’m not mistaken.

My favorite was the “There’s just so many things” part, and “Into something real(reel)”

Mine’s better than yours

Cris surprised me the other day with what she would call “my delayed birthday gift.”

This is so awesome! I’ve always preferred “practical” over “sentimental” when it comes to gifts. This by essence is extremely practical, but the back-story involved is very endearing. So I’d say she hit two birds with one stone. I guess it’s because we think the same way – for the amount of money it would take to buy her, say, perfume… she’d probably prefer I used the money on a book instead.

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Apples! get your apples here!

I’ve been contemplating on selling my Powerbook. Not because I want or need to, but because I’ve been lucky enough to have most of the parts replaced in the past month under warranty. Taking into account the whole factor of depreciation, I figured that regardless of my needs, now is the best time to sell it because of its reconditioned state.

Spread the word.

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