Category: Computing

  • Google Play Store Localization

    Google Play Store Localization

    Twice I’ve encountered Google’s attempts to keep me from accessing some apps for my phone. In both cases, the apps I wanted were restricted to the U.S. market. In both cases, I had to look up how to fix the problem. So, here’s the simplest solution I found: Disable all location services on the device…

  • A Better-Late-than-Never Review…

    A Better-Late-than-Never Review…

    So, I’ve been thinking about getting a new laptop for a couple years, but never did anything about it.  A couple weeks ago I went into MSY to pick up a $10 USB drive and walked out with a “new” Toshiba W100 “Concept PC”. What?  Well, it’s not really new as it’s been on the market since…

  • Nexus S Update

    Nexus S Update

    I recently updated the Nexus S to Android Ice Cream Sandwich (4.0.3).  Vodafone was taking their time rolling out the update, so I just manually updated.  As you can see, the phone is now more blue than green.  See my earlier post if you’d like to know more about the home screen.