Things Smackie Thinks You Need to Know...

[Julian, Alleged Computer F**kface]

Originally posted by vansmack:
  These two argued about the specifics of the deal for almost 2 years, and now magicaly they get the deal done today?  Hmmmm...I don't think Russia intended this when they rolled into Georgia.
 
 U.S. and Poland Agree to Missile Defense Deal

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 I laughed so hard until I realized that this could be some latchkey 8 year old in Atlanta who's scared out of her mind. Then I kind felt really sad for a while.

[sweetcell]

Originally posted by vansmack:
 Alright, so what do you need to need to know about Russia to entertain at a cocktail party?

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[Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer]

I've heard from a friend who has lived in Georgia (the nation) that the Georgian president is a "madman". Is this not true?

[godsshoeshine]

starting a war with a country around 30 times bigger than you does not point to an even keel

[vansmack]

I'll get to those important questions in a minute, but first...
 
 Bono blamed for unreleased U2 songs on Internet

[vansmack]

I have yet to test it, but I'm all over it when I get home this evening...
 
 PlayOn
 
 PlayOn enables consumers who own a PLAYSTATION 3, Xbox 360, or HP MediaSmart TV to watch Internet video from sites including Hulu, CBS, YouTube, ESPN and more on their television. We have just released PlayOn Beta. Netflix support is just down the road, and the fully featured release will be coming shortly!
 
 We will also be adding support for Nintendo Wii by the end of 2008. Stay tuned!

[vansmack]

Sure, after I finally ditch the Fairplay DRM model they wisen up?  We'll see.  
 
 Apple finally ready for iTunes subscriptions?

[HoyaSaxa03]

so i'm looking for a break-down of prices and features of leading media extenders ... leaning towards a PS3 or xbox360 because of their gaming capabilities, but am open to pretty much anything
 
 i've been googling for reviews that line up different systems next to each other, but can't find anything up-to-date ... any advice?

[vansmack]

Originally posted by HoyaSaxa03:
  so i'm looking for a break-down of prices and features of leading media extenders ... leaning towards a PS3 or xbox360 because of their gaming capabilities, but am open to pretty much anything
 
 i've been googling for reviews that line up different systems next to each other, but can't find anything up-to-date ... any advice?

If I wasn't a gamer and didn't have a 360, I'd buy a Popcorn Hour A-110.
 
 As far as the two gaming devices, I think Pollard might have both devices so maybe he could shed a light on the major differences between the two (Blu-Ray on Sony notwithstanding). I'm hoping to get a beta release of the new 360 interface before the end of the month, which I think will make great strides in making the 360 a true media center (eg, no longer using the antiquated blades).
 
 If your main storage device is a PC with Media Center, I think the 360 wins out.  If you're using the 360 blades only, I think PS3 might have the slicker interface for now, but perhaps someone who has more PS3 knowledge could help out.
 
 Otherwise, the best source for non-gaming extenders is TheGreenButton.

[ratioci nation]

Since I mainly use my mac mini for all media, I cant really say much about the PS3 vs. 360 as media extender.  But if I had to choose one right now I would go with the 360, I dont think Blu Ray is all that and I just think the 360 is a better experience all around.  But I have never been a Sony fan so take that for what its worth.

[vansmack]

Originally posted by pdx pollard:
  But I have never been a Sony fan so take that for what its worth.

Didn't realize you were a Microsoft fan though...  

[ratioci nation]

Originally posted by vansmack:
  Didn't realize you were a Microsoft fan though...    

NEVER!
   :p  
 
 I actually just feel like the xbox and 360 continue the line of Genesis/Dreamcast which I always preferred to the playstation line. Dreamcast was the bomb! (in more ways than one)

[vansmack]

Assuming you're being told the truth, which in this case I have every reason to believe you are being told the truth, as a male (or a chick I suppose) what's your initial reaction to being rejected by a hot chick with "I'm sorry, I'm a lesbian..." as opposed to "I'm sorry, I have a boyfriend..."

[miss pretentious]

sparks .. now in red .. and with 8 percent alcohol.
 http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=785178
 
 smackie - you can use this in entice the 20 somethings you're after during the age fucking game.

[vansmack]

Originally posted by miss pretentious:
 
 
 smackie - you can use this in entice the 20 somethings you're after during the age fucking game.

When you put it that way, it sounds so trashy....