Journey of One
May 9th, 2012 by Christopher
I have a ton of favorites, actually, but the one that I am most intrigued about is the zoom-text feature as shown here:
Notepad App - Text Zoom
When I first encountered it it took me a second to work it as it is so revolutionary, as are most iOS features. I find it very simple to use now, and very intuitive. After removing your finger you can copy, delete, insert, select all, or even define the selected word – pretty nifty!
May 2nd, 2012 by Christopher
I find certain words and their enunciation to be interesting, especially with British speakers.
Here are some examples of British enunciation…
Aluminum; spoken as alumin-ium (technology shows on Discovery channel)
Negotiations; spoken as nego-see-a-shuns
Privacy; spoken as priv-a-see
Schedule; spoken as shed-jewel
Words I like…
Indubitably; as spoken by a butler 
Definition: that cannot be doubted; patently evident or certain
Splendid
Definition: gorgeous; magnificent; sumptuous
Delectable
Definition: very pleasing, especially to the senses
Words I find somewhat strange…
Nonplussed
Definition: Surprised and confused so much that they are unsure how to react.
Thoughts: I wonder if the opposite would be “Nonminussed”?
Bucolic
Definition: Of or relating to the pleasant aspects of the countryside and country life.
Thoughts: Sounds like illness but is to signify beautiful country surroundings
Wont
Definition: In the habit of doing something; accustomed.
Thoughts: Yes I WILL!
Aficionado
Definition: A person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about an activity, subject, or pastime.
Thoughts: Where do fish come into play here?
Sublime
Definition: Of high spiritual, moral, or intellectual worth.
Thoughts: Sounds like a conniving person
Sober
Definition: Not intoxicated or affected by the use of drugs.
Thoughts: Sounds like a person who is tired and lethargic.
Funny words…
Brough hah hah (as said by a weighty Russian)
(Non) words I find annoying…
“Dunno” (apparently a short form of don’t know – for lazy typists)
There’s a bunch of other words I need to add later…
Apr 18th, 2012 by Christopher
Where do you get it from? I get inspiration for a ton of sources – all types of media – books, movies, music, etc. I will expand on this post at a future date. However, the following talk is very inspirational from both a business and technology sense. It’s a promotion set in the year 2023 for the upcoming Prometheus movie.
The speaker (actor Guy Pearce) is confident, and somewhat arrogant. People do not succeed by being a wallflower.
Apr 18th, 2012 by Christopher
I have a growing passion for great user interface design. I’ve been following Josh Clark at Global Moxie for some time and had the opportunity to hear him speak at SXSW, and spoke with him briefly at the conclusion of his talk.
I read his text called Tapworthy which provides great insight into user interface (UI) design.
The following video is truly inspiring for how our future can be integrated with great UI. I think the best UIs are those that are effortless to use and integrate seamlessly with one’s environment. Since I go running a lot I’ve had the urge to record my thoughts – perhaps through some sort of Head-Up Display (HUD) built into my sunglasses where I could tap the sides of the glasses to record what I am saying. This would make a great iPhone app. However, I think the iPhone could use a “quick record” button which would access the voice recorder and get thoughts recorded quickly.
I have lots more thoughts on UI design and so I will post more about this topic in the future.
P.S. I just noticed this post which provides an awesome overview of various UI.
Dare to reach out your hand into the darkness, to pull another hand into the light.
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