Brandon.Fiquett

Dreaming – Our own personal simulator!

Brandon — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:21:05 +0000

I've noticed over the past couple years and especially more recently, that sometimes I will continue to work on some challenge (coding/design project, school work, etc...) even while sleeping.

Quite frequently I awake only to remember bits and pieces.

Rarely can I remember the solution long enough to write it down and implement it the next day. When I have been able to, I was surprised to find out that it actually made sense. After watching this video, it seems to make more sense.

Perhaps their is a way to harness the power of our minds in a creative/productive way while we are in a seemingly useless/unproductive state. Only our loving creator knows for sure what our minds are capable of.

AutoIt Script – Toggle your HTPC sound output (Win7)

Brandon — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:04:47 +0000

Wrote a little script to toggle the sound output for my HTPC and announce the current output. Once the script is compiled (or not), you can assign it to a Windows hot-key and map to your media remote or call it by some other means (use your imagination). Requires AutoIT unless compiled to an exe using the AutoIT compiler.

TraySetState (4) Global $o_speech = ObjCreate("SAPI.SpVoice") ToggleSoundOutput() Func ToggleSoundOutput() Run("control.exe mmsys.cpl") WinWaitActive("Sound") ControlSend("Sound","","","{DOWN}") If ControlCommand("Sound","","&Set Default", "IsEnabled") Then TrayTip("Sound Output: TV"," ",10,1) ControlClick("Sound","","&Set Default") ControlClick("Sound","","OK") $o_speech.Speak("Sound switched to TV") Else TrayTip("Sound Output: AMP"," ",10,1) ControlSend("Sound","","","{DOWN}") ControlClick("Sound","","&Set Default") ControlClick("Sound","","OK") $o_speech.Speak("Sound switched to AMP") EndIf EndFunc Exit

Darth Vader Calls About His iPhone4

Brandon — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:16:30 +0000

Just cough or something if its AT&T... lol.. so true!

Hudson Valley Renegades fireworks mishap, ‘Family Guy’ edition

Brandon — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:54:02 +0000

Found this slight modification, LOL!!

Courtesy Of: Ivan Lajara

186.365 – For Real This Time.

Brandon — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:22:50 +0000

186.365 - For Real This Time.

Originally uploaded by Josh Liba

After Josh's first picture slicing through a Banana with a steak knife, I loaned him the knife my grandfather (Oley) and I made together. (Oley's new hobby..tool/knife making..hehe)

Leave it to Josh to make an awesome picture. Josh's inspiration is Fruit Ninja for iPhone.
(Soon to be available in HD for iPad)

“That just Happened” – Fireworks Gone Wrong!

Brandon — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:53:20 +0000

So Andrea & I were invited to go to this baseball game w/ friends. It was a nice game, and the fireworks show afterwards will be hard to forget.

Fortunately, my friend/co-worker, Greg Goodwin, was able to start filming as soon as the first explosion happened and he was able to capture what is now my personal favorite angle of the incident.

Video Courtesy of: Gregory Goodwin (MrPezMan23)

MrPezMan23 | July 12, 2010

On Friday night, July 9th, 2010, the Hudson Valley Renegades beat the Auburn Doubledays in 11 innings. The home crowd was very excited and were looking forward to the fireworks after each Friday night home game.

The outfield lights were turned off, including all other lights in the park for maximum enjoyment of the display. After perhaps 5 minutes of an amazing display, a very small ground level explosion occurred behind the outfield fence where the fireworks were originating from. A few moments later a green firework appeared to come from under the fence at ground level skipping across the outfield toward second base. The crowd reacted nervously, some screams. That is where the video picks up.

From my seat in section 305, I turned my camera on because I felt like something else might happen. Unfortunately, it did. A few moments later, another explosion occurred, rocketing a red firework toward the home plate grandstand, slamming into the window of the suites. I kept videoing, nobody seemed to be seriously injured, I could not hear any screaming or crying once the lights came on. I then evacuated as directed.

I originally posted this on CNN's iReports. I am also posting it here on YouTube for iPhone users.

Updated - Also Seen On:

More Information:

Apple v. Adobe : Steve Jobs thoughts on the matter

Brandon — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:17:03 +0000

Interesting read. Steve Jobs writes a letter describing Apple's position on Flash. Detailing the many, many reasons why they don't support it.

Gizmodo Article
Original Apple version

New iPhone Leaked

Brandon — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 01:58:14 +0000

Wow... So a prototype of the Next iPhone was lost/stolen?? and sold to Gizmodo for $5000.00. I really feel bad for the poor guy who lost this thing. Is this the final prototype? Who knows.. Apple confirmed the authenticity of this prototype when they called and then sent a formal request letter to Gizmodo's Editorial Director Brian Lam for the return. I'm eager to see if/what legal actions Apple pursues against the finder/thief?? and the buyer, Gizmodo.

A GIZMODO EXCLUSIVE

TCP/IP – Warrior’s of the Net Movie

Brandon — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:06:22 +0000

Old yet amusing video demonstrating what happens when computer communicate via TCP/IP. Great for visually learning TCP/IP.

TCP/IP - the set of communications protocols used for the Internet and other similar networks.

Does 1080p Really matter?

Brandon — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:53:10 +0000

When your selecting a new TV, many wonder "Is there really a difference between 720p and 1080p?".

What does 720p and 1080p really even mean?

720p:
The 720 represents 720 lines of vertical resolution (720 horizontal scan lines), and the letter p stands for progressive scan (not "720i" or interlaced)

1080p: (aka. full HD or full High Definition)
The 1080 represents 1080 lines of vertical resolution (720 horizontal scan lines), and the letter p stands for progressive scan (not "1080i" or interlaced)

So what makes a 1080p better than a 1080i?

Progressive (1080p) vs Interlaced (1080i): Progressive scan processes the images twice as fast as Interlaced. This faster scan rate makes for a picture that is more crisp, clear, and vivid.

Check out these links to see more information and tests that others have conducted:

PCMag Article - Real World Test: Does 1080p Truly Matter?

cnet Article - 720p vs. 1080p HDTVs: 2009 update