Category: Gadgets

On the Cheap, Part Deux

Several posts ago, I was practically bragging about how I was getting a bunch of stuff for nothing or practically nothing. Well, I thought I’d take a moment to update you on all of this. Lips (MSRP): $49.99 My cost (with Points and tax): $10.83 Savings: $39.16 Bad planning on Microsoft’s part has prevented me … Continue reading On the Cheap, Part Deux →

On the Cheap

You know, your ol' pal Dave considers himself to be pretty frugal, especially now when spending more than $30 for anything seems incredibly irrational. That's why I've been pretty excited to be getting some goodies for practically nothing, and here's how. As a member of Microsoft ExpertZone (membership required), a site designed exclusively for resellers of … Continue reading On the Cheap →

iPod? iPhone? iCaramba!

First of all, let me start this post off by stating that I'm not a techie. Sure, I like all things tech but I'm not into casemods and things of that nature. I just don't have it in me for that but again, I love the stuff. Second, this topic may have already been covered … Continue reading iPod? iPhone? iCaramba! →

XM-Less

XM, there's something I think you should know. I don't think I'll be needing you anymore. It's just one of those things. I'm sure you'll understand.* We decided to pull the plug on both our XM radio subscriptions after much debate. Okay, it was more like a matter of I-don't-have-a-job-and-really-don't-need-to-pay-for-radio-anymore. While that was the first and foremost … Continue reading XM-Less →

Speaking of April Fool’s Day…

Last year's April Fool's Day post had to do with add-ons for Harmonix's Rock Band game. One sentence in particular stands out for a few reasons: Harmonix also plans polka yodeling, allowing previously reluctant individuals languishing for oddball octaves lively, spirited dancing all year-round. It's significant for a few reasons. First, take the first letter … Continue reading Speaking of April Fool’s Day… →