I'm not going to beat around the bush--we've all seen that video about the guy using his iPad as a cutting board. Well, I've come up with some unconventional uses for my iPad that are a bit more realistic (and less damaging to its psyche).
1. As a mirror in the bathroom to see the back of my hair (The screen needs wiped prior to use, though)
2. As a place to plug in my headphones so I don't lose them
3. As a handy lyrics looker-upper for after my computer's turned off
4. As an excuse to not check my Facebook (Well, in reality I don't even check Facebook on my computer)
5. As an excuse to type with my index fingers instead of properly
6. Playing Slender when my family decides to watch boring TV and I'm required to be in the room with them
So, if you need a new use for your iPad, go ahead and give these a whirl.
This blog, its author, affiliates, and any advertisers not responsible for damage to your iPad or its psyche.
Monday, March 25
Monday, March 18
Biology
I've been studying like crazy for a Biology test lately, and my best friend for the topic at hand is the Idiot's Guide to Biology (much different from Biology for Dummies). Still, even at its simplified level, there are a few things the book cannot explain to me, such as why they didn't get a better editor before sending it off to printing.
Take note--they're explaining what makes a fish a fish. Their list begins with this:
1. Jaws (except for the jawless fish)
If a fish must have everything on the list to be considered a fish, isn't the very first point kind of pointless? That's like saying "Paper must be flat to be considered paper, except in the case of not-flat-paper." Or, "Socks must go on feet, unless they go on hands." And maybe even, "A blog must be educational, unless it is just plain stupid." (That one describes this pretty well, actually.)
If I've got to remember all these strange paradoxes for the test, I might be out of luck.
Take note--they're explaining what makes a fish a fish. Their list begins with this:
1. Jaws (except for the jawless fish)
If a fish must have everything on the list to be considered a fish, isn't the very first point kind of pointless? That's like saying "Paper must be flat to be considered paper, except in the case of not-flat-paper." Or, "Socks must go on feet, unless they go on hands." And maybe even, "A blog must be educational, unless it is just plain stupid." (That one describes this pretty well, actually.)
If I've got to remember all these strange paradoxes for the test, I might be out of luck.
Monday, March 11
Webcams
While I love my computer, I'll admit the installed webcam above the screen gives me the heebie-jeebies. Simply put, what if it's secretly watching my every move and feeding the video to some remote squid farm in Canada? What if I'm a constant source of mirth for a bunch of Canadians?
Sure, a little light is supposed to come on when the webcam activates, and it always asks me if I want to access the webcam before I use it, but what if that's just a cover for what's actually going on?
All I'm saying is it's pretty scary to think Canadians could be having drinking games on the style of my hair or placing bets on how long I'll go without blinking or laughing whenever I tangle myself in my unnaturally long headphone cord and have to stop to free myself. And maybe they're totally judging me, especially on the online TV I'm watching. We've established this: I'm no girly-girl, so naturally I'm the one watching cartoons/anime on the violent side. And maybe, these Canadians have also tapped my screen, and so are getting to watch these violent shows, too. And maybe they're getting caught up in the escapades of someone-or-other and just begging to see the next episode, but I've lost interest in the show and denied them of this simple joy. Aaaaand, now I'm going to go finish every series I ever started just in case.
On the other hand, what exactly are these Canadians doing with their time? Don't they have squids to manage or something? Ask anyone--watching me is less than gratifying, and if it's better than anything you're supposed to be doing, you might want to get a new job.
Sure, a little light is supposed to come on when the webcam activates, and it always asks me if I want to access the webcam before I use it, but what if that's just a cover for what's actually going on?
All I'm saying is it's pretty scary to think Canadians could be having drinking games on the style of my hair or placing bets on how long I'll go without blinking or laughing whenever I tangle myself in my unnaturally long headphone cord and have to stop to free myself. And maybe they're totally judging me, especially on the online TV I'm watching. We've established this: I'm no girly-girl, so naturally I'm the one watching cartoons/anime on the violent side. And maybe, these Canadians have also tapped my screen, and so are getting to watch these violent shows, too. And maybe they're getting caught up in the escapades of someone-or-other and just begging to see the next episode, but I've lost interest in the show and denied them of this simple joy. Aaaaand, now I'm going to go finish every series I ever started just in case.
On the other hand, what exactly are these Canadians doing with their time? Don't they have squids to manage or something? Ask anyone--watching me is less than gratifying, and if it's better than anything you're supposed to be doing, you might want to get a new job.
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