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Display Name: Matt. M
Member Since: 6/10/08

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growing up in the chicagoland off of lake michigan, I would love to have this in my place!


Win: Great Lakes Quilt by Haptic Lab Holiday Giveaway
11/30/12 8:17 PM

JMOREY - Those promo codes didn't work for me.


The Hunger Games Series eBooks For $1, Blu-rays for $5 Tech Deals of the Week for 03.30.12
3/30/12 5:06 PM

This guy is absurd. I've been on plenty of business trips with people like this and you're not fooling anyone. Not sure what kind of clients he has, but a guy who washes one pair of underwear in the sink every night is not someone I'd want to do business with.

I can easily pack for a 4 day trip with just my Saddleback Briefcase. And that includes taking enough changes of underwear, socks, etc.

Washing your clothes seems a bit excessive for such a short trip. Underwear/socks are small enough they do not take up much space. Bring an extra plastic grocery bag and a dryer sheet to keep dirty clothes in (and keep any potential smell down).

For the camera, is it really necessary to bring multiple lenses? Challenge yourself with one focal length. After traveling with a number of lenses and not using them all I would often travel with just my Canon 5D2 and Sigma 50 f1.4 lens. Now I simply pack my Fuji X100 which is great because it still gives me good image quality at a huge size/weight savings.

Regarding clothes, you simply need to bring versatile items. If I'm trying to pack light for a business trip I'll pack a grey pair of slacks and probably some khakis. Two color shirts (white, blue, or something along those lines), one belt, one pair of shoes, shoe trees, and a blazer that I'd wear on the plane. That results in 4 potential outfits taking up minimal space. Also, roll your clothes, don't fold them. They'll fit in your bag easier, will be more compact, and won't wrinkle as much.

If this guy's getting press for such a poor packing job, it makes me think I should make one of these videos!


Minimal Mac Shows Us: Three Days, One Backpack
12/3/11 4:07 PM

Kennii said exactly what I was going to.

So you're going to keep your computer up and running all day while you're away for a week or two? What a waste. Unless there was something extremely important I needed to access it's not worth it. And if there were, well, I'd probably sack up and actually take my laptop with me!


How to Access Your Home Desktop While You're Away
11/30/11 7:24 PM

I answered yes, but it depends on the situation. I still use a Moleskine notebook to jot down most of my notes, but from time to time I use my iPad with a stylus. Typing on the keyboard may seem unprofessional.


Is It Rude to Take Notes On Your Phone?
11/14/11 5:52 PM

Also helpful to jailbreak/unlock your phone before selling it. I've been using iPhones since the first one and have yet to sell one for less than I paid. Essentially I use the phone for a year, sell it for a profit, and use that money to buy a new one. I also keep the original accessories and my phone is in brand new condition.


Here's Exactly How Much Your Old iPhone is Worth
10/5/11 7:39 PM

Man, I love that desk!


Meticulously Modern and Minimal
DeskTops

8/16/11 11:31 AM

My question is, how can I meet Laura? As a photographer and a guy that lives in Los Angeles, she looks amazing!


Tips for Keeping the Peace Between Roommates
8/15/11 5:18 PM

I've been using the S90 since it was released to replace my old G10. Love it for a carry anywhere camera and even if I do use it for a P&S, image quality is better due to the slightly larger sensor. It's also a nice change if I don't want to carry my 5D2 or x100.

Re VJ: What do you mean by 'basic Rebel'? Are you referring to the original (300D) or XT (350D)? If so, you're talking about a camera that's between 6-8 years old. Sensor tech has come a long way since then. Also, as pointed out above, are you shooting with the kit lens and without a tripod? I'd say that's a given that you're going to get some noise especially seeing as the kit lens only opens up to f3.5. The S95 opens up to f2 allowing more light, resulting in faster shutter speeds, better bokeh, and the potential for lower ISO/noise.


Canon S95 PowerShot: The Perfect Inbetween Camera
8/2/11 11:40 AM

720GB internal on my MBP
1TB external (system backup, back up all files from other drives)
640 external (RAW files)
500 external (movies, shows, videos, etc)


What's the Average Size and How Do You Measure Up?
7/25/11 8:25 PM

Thanks for featuring my desk!


Get The Look: Matt's Black, White & Pop of Yellow Desk
3/28/11 10:19 AM

I swear, posts just keep going downhill. Unplggd, if you want to ramp up articles that's all well and good, but how about keeping the quality up? These new writers are garbage.


Computer Shock: Moving from Mac to PCs for Work
1/14/11 4:33 PM

another quality post from the new staff *sarcasm*

you switched to a MBP just because of the build quality? If you really wanted to, you could find similar build quality in a PC. Like others said, you're comparing a cheap PC to a top of the line Mac laptop.

And why did you switch to OSX? you didn't give a single reason other than 'because the MBP came with OSX'. So really, you bought a mac because you wanted to be trendy.

I've been using mac laptops for 8 years now (although I have PC laptops for work too). This article is ridiculous and pointless.


Why I Switched to OS X
1/12/11 12:30 PM

@kkushkush - what does my comment have to do with talking while driving? It's not like that's the only time you can use a bluetooth headset (although it's the only time I do and do so at a minimum). My comment was directed at the half dozen people saying they don't know what the jawbone is or what it does.


Win This ICON from Jawbone!
Holiday Giveaway 2010

12/1/10 12:24 PM

If you like the Dodo case, check out the Portenzo case. Better build quality and it actually keeps your ipad in the case! Dodo's edges don't do a good job and the ipad can fall out pretty easily (defeating the entire purpose).


Three of Our Favorite iPad Accessory Upgrades
11/30/10 8:11 PM

If people don't know this is a bluetooth headset, I'd argue they wouldn't even know how to use it. Why bother entering?


Win This ICON from Jawbone!
Holiday Giveaway 2010

11/30/10 8:10 PM

I raed in multiple places over the lats week that digital photo frames top the list of least favorite gifts. I have to agree.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/topics/christmas/8147665/Digital-photo-frames-top-list-of-unwanted-Christmas-gifts.html


Win This Kodak Pulse Digital Frame from Kodak!
Holiday Giveaway 2010

11/26/10 7:29 PM

I'd suggest looking at Portenzo cases both for the Kindle and the iPad. As much as the Dodo case seemed to get the 'book case' right, their holding system is terrible as is their quality control. I've since gotten a Portenzo case for the iPad and it is leaps and bounds above what Dodo is offering.


The 6 Best Cases to "Kradle" Your New Kindle
11/23/10 7:25 PM

I'm hoping you can use VLC player via iphone/ipad to push content onto ATV2. That alone will sell me on an ATV. Otherwise, I'm sure jailbreakers will get on it soon enough and open up other formats. All I want is avi and mkv!!


How To Get All Your Videos Airplay Compatible
11/23/10 7:21 PM

Better work on your conversation skills. If people are paying more attention to their phones than to you that might be saying something....


Should Dinner Guests Check their Phones at the Door?
11/22/10 6:42 PM