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In completely unrelated random news, tons of geeky stuff to cover. On the movie/TV front, BSG has finally starting up again. I can’t wait for the final episodes! The first episode was a doozy!
I’ve also seen several trailers for the new Star Trek movie. I’m mixed on the latter. The last attempt at jumping backwards [1]Enterprise: The series was the lowest and worst rated in the franchise. didn’t go over so well. However, Silar from Heroes is playing our favorite Vulcan before he embraces his Vulcan side. I’m assuming this means we will see lots of emotion from Spock. heehee
True Blood on HBO has quickly become one of my favorite shows. The storyline is a very nice twist on the vampire genre with decent acting from a whole crew of virtually unknown actors. The homo-erotic imagery is significant to say the least. Sookie’s brother is HOT! You see him in various states of undress all the way down to his butt. I’m bummed the first season is over already. However, I was very happy to see HBO picked up the series for at least 2 more seasons.
Sanctuary on scifi is another good watch. Amanda Tapping from Stargate: SG1 plays the lead role. [2]She is also the director Amanda plays an entirely different character and does a superb job. While the supporting actor roles can be a bit lacking at times, the overall story line and acting is very good. The series offers an interesting twist on a variety of horror characters throughout history and neatly ties them all together.
And speaking of, the Stargate: Atlantis series has ended. I was very sad to see’em go but I think they had beat the plot to death and it was time. The last episode was a bit rushed IMHO but still a good end to a fantastic series. I’ve seen a couple very vague teasers on the website and TV about a new series so I’m all ears on that! Up until BSG, SG1 and Atlantis were the highest rated shows on scifi. They would be stupid to retire their money cow too soon considering BSG was never written to go beyond this last season.
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On the hardware front, I’m still loving my new G1. For a first generation OS, Google gets props for a job well done. And while there are a few annoyances, overall I’m pleased. My original complaint was the lack of stereo bluetooth. It is being rolled out in the next update from what I’ve read. My other big annoyance was the battery life. I would easily churn thru the original battery in about half a day. I bitched and moaned and Tmobile finally sent me a better one. Its on par with my old Wing now so I’m happy. The battery will also charge up to a full charge in about 45 minutes. Oh and Tmo’s new 3g network is pretty damn good. It isn’t quite what I’d call DSL speed but pretty damn close.
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In complete and utter geekiness, I recently purchased Netgear’s HDXB101 Powerline HD Ethernet Kit. I have wifi at home but because of interference, wifi in my room is a bit slow. It gets the job done but I want it to the max. The kit is designed to route your existing internet connection thru your electrical outlets. I was skeptical but figured it was worth a try. So far, I’m pretty happy. Setup was a breeze, virtually plug and play. There were some more advanced setup options available via a CD but I didn’t really see the need. Plug one device into an outlet, plug your router or modem into it. Plug the other device into another outlet (preferably on the same circuit but not required) and then plug your device of choice into that. BAM! Instant connection. It automatically encrypts network traffic to avoid tampering too. My connection is consistently faster than my wifi ever was.
Don't count out the stargate universe yet… I hear another spin off is a possibility.
As a former employee of MGM Studios – Domestic Television Syndication, I can assure you that they will milk the SG series for every last new show they can.
As long as someone will pay them the money they will make and sell anything. Hell they sold the rights to The Wizard of Oz to fucking WB in perpetuity!
I will state, all bitterness aside, that I was proud to be even a small part of SG1 & The Outer Limits. (I was on the Sales Administration end of things).
I saw Richard Hatch at the gym wednesday. he looked prety damn good. he was working quads
Oooh another Fantasy/SciFi Geek!
True Blood: They need to show more buff Vampire fucking. The muscled tattooed bad-boy vampire in the first three episodes was HAAAAAAAAAWT! Sookie's brother IS HOT – total agreement there. But his character is as stupid as a sack of hammers too – which makes him all the more endearing. So I guess Vampire blood is the new Tina?
BSG: I thought the first of the "last episodes" of this show was a let down – you KNOW they're going to drag out the Kera "what am I?" bullshit all the way to the conclusion. And the Fifth Cylon – Oh give me a break – I will give them props for not making an obvious choice though.
Stargate Atlantis: Overall the series has been quite well written, and I did enjoy Mr. Woolsey – (Mr. Über Critic of the Program from Earth)in his role as head of the project. I was, like you, disappointed by the last episode. But then again, how many times can you lower/raise/shield/lower/raise/shield/cloak/shield/fly through the Universe Atlantis in the last season, right? LOL
If I ever move to SF, you and I are doing scifi night. I'll bring the popcorn.
@RG ~ Ok, I prefer Orville. heh heh
Geeky doesn't even begin to cover it! 🙂
Where to begin…True Blood: great infrequent eye-candy bits, but their plot sucks.
BSG: what no backup/resurrection ability for the all important final five? paleeze..the loss of the resurrection hub would be a temporary set back as the old Cylon infrastructure is perfectly intact..I know I would make replacing it a top priority, before even setting out to get the rebel Cylons/Galatica group…time is on their side in this conflict…so far very disappointed…these jokers had an extra year to finish the series and this is what they come up with?! Stargate Atlantis: RIP
Too Harsh? so sue me..lol
@SFBamBam ~ It is clear you have unrefined tastes in second rate scifi. LOL j/k
See my email address, those three letters and one number? That's my amateur radio call sign. We hams HATE data over powerline because it leaks like crazy.
That said, my solution to crappy wireless is long patch cords. I'm using a 50 footer right now. They were $15 each so I couldn't go wrong.