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Display Name: joel pirela
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Thanks FloMidCentury, appreciate the good comments! The pics were taken by me, and the chairs are never displayed like that, that was just for the photo! :)


Joel's Mid-Century and Modern in Miami
House Tour

2/10/12 7:13 PM

Yes, the camera works without the original lens from the vivicam. There was a lot of calculations to get the distance right. I was pretty close early in the game which was pure luck.


DigiLomo Camera: The Homemade Lomography Camera
11/23/11 9:09 PM

Thanks for the kind words... Some of the pictures where taken while creating the camera. On the first picture with the "model taking a picture" you can see 2 press buttons on the top right part of the aluminum shell. One is for power up the camera and the other is for shutter release.


DigiLomo Camera: The Homemade Lomography Camera
11/22/11 2:52 PM

Gizmoduck81, You are correct! thanks for the info. The post is now revised with the correct handset.
joel


Do Portable Gaming Systems Matter Anymore?
8/31/11 7:21 PM

Hi Reuben!
You are correct! I would never recommend connecting the generator back to the power grid of the house, but rather use a heavy-duty extension cord connected from the generator, to power appliances and small devices separately...


Create Your Own Electricity In Case Of Prolonged Blackouts
8/18/11 5:53 PM

Will love to see that! keep us posted.


Never Ending Task: Your Gadget Wishlist
7/21/11 9:57 AM

Thanks for pointing out the Blackberry issue... I noticed that lots of young adults had iPhones, while younger teens had BB and iPods (at least in Miami)... As a parent, I'm always open to hear reader's suggestions on how to keep kids entertained...


Keep Your Teen Entertained With These Devices
7/7/11 6:03 PM

The Manfrotto seems to be the best overall with even amount of light and not a single hard-spot.


The Affordable Secret to Better Photos: LED Lighting
6/30/11 3:35 PM

Well, it depends on how much mobility do you want from the arm. At one end, I removed the curved shaped attachment and secured the tube with one screw direct to the suction cup. On the other end, I wanted full motion with the ball mount, so I secured a nut inside the tube with some screws and the ball mount just secure at that end like the base of a tripod.
I hope this helps!
joel


Get Your Tablet Anywhere With This DIY Handy Mount
4/18/11 4:00 PM

You can go to your local Home Depot/Lowes and either buy aluminum rod or even the white PVC tubbing. Cut to size and you are done. Be sure to use the quality suction cups (black rubber) instead of the transparent one, as they are not strong enough.


Get Your Tablet Anywhere With This DIY Handy Mount
4/10/11 8:57 PM

Yes, I guess that you could buy a Wallee; but the ipad case is $39 plus each wall anchor point is $10. The Wallee only let you place the iPad flat against the wall and doesn't extend/articulate, plus, it doesn't provide a free standing pedestal style support. Not to mention the anchor points have to be secured to a wall via a screw. Don't get me wrong, I love the Wallee, but for the freedom of movement and placement that I was looking for, this DIY is not only cheaper but a little more versatile. (and you could use any Tablet brand, not just an iPad) :)


Get Your Tablet Anywhere With This DIY Handy Mount
4/7/11 6:03 PM

The price changed but found another one for the $6 I paid. I updated the link for the cheap one. Thanks for the kind words!

joel pirela


Get Your Tablet Anywhere With This DIY Handy Mount
4/7/11 5:29 PM

One thing for sure: people that are not watch enthusiasts, don't notice hi-end watches but they immediately see the black NIXON watch!


LunaTik Multi-Touch Watch Band Review
Unplggd Test Lab

2/23/11 9:11 PM

The big pilot is 46.5 mm for reference in size...


LunaTik Multi-Touch Watch Band Review
Unplggd Test Lab

2/22/11 9:35 PM

First of all, I apologize for the tittle confusion... I was trying to get the best handset available that has more chance against the iPhone/iOS for a full feature comparison on specs of hardware/software. Maybe that wasn't the best option out there, but I'm learning about non-apple devices, so please bear with me. :)
thanks in advance,
joel


10 Reasons We're Considering Switching To An Android Phone
2/22/11 5:48 PM

Name: Design Milk
URL: http://design-milk.com


The Homies: Best Home Design Blog of 2011?
submit your nominations...

1/19/11 9:28 AM

Just for the record, that Joel P. is not me.

signed,

Joel Pirela


Add a Metal Back to Your iPhone 4
10/18/10 4:24 PM

Agreed that weight control is the responsibility of the person, but a constant remainder of how much you weight could be a good source of inspiration to start doing something about it and a great tool once you start dropping pounds. A scale is just that: a tool.


Digital Scales For Precise Weight Control
9/29/10 12:16 PM

Tissue needs to be "alive" in order for biometrics to work...


Your Finger Is Your Key To Your Safe.
9/28/10 10:49 AM

For running I use Nike Vapor Earbuds. Since they have the ear loop, they don't fall from your ears while working out.

http://www.wired.com/reviews/product/pr_vapor_earbuds

joel


Your Ears' Best Buddies: Earbuds
9/27/10 5:08 PM