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ADAM WINTLE
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Pause a YouTube. Hold up and left arrow on your keyboard. The loading circle becomes a snake and you can play the snake game!Posted 2 days ago
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Good morning Facebookers, how're you all today?Posted 2 weeks ago
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I wish I was still in Madrid tonight! Some pics http://post.ly/khnC and http://bit.ly/9uYLOPPosted 2 weeks ago
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Finally!! Good work Spain!!Posted 2 weeks ago
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Good luck Spain!Posted 2 weeks ago
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Rooting for Spain in this one! Not much longer now but you never know with Germany...Posted 3 weeks ago
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Heading into Madrid for the last full day, going to look in a few museums and galleries. Tomorrow I fly home :)Posted 3 weeks ago
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Watching the Spain vs Paraguay game, can someone explain the off side rule?Posted 4 weeks ago
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Watching the Spain vs. Chile match here in Madrid, this is intense!Posted 9 weeks ago
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There's a guy pouring chip oil in my garden and generally trashing it! He has no idea I can see him! I'm going to go kick his ass!Posted 11 weeks ago
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@paulrandall I wish there were some sort of A/B testing for this sort of thing!37 hours ago from web
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@paulrandall Well, I've never met you, so the brand and perception I have of you37 hours ago from web
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@paulrandall I wouldn't say less friendly, but maybe less human? But I can pick out your tweets and associate it with you much quicker...37 hours ago from web
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@DavidMeadeLive Sigh? What's up?
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@thefella hahaha, told you ask quick as I could, got worried someone would beat me to it! So what do I win?
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@thefella with the title Force Field! :D41 hours ago from web
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@thefella It's just the Crystal Maze theme by Zack Laurence!41 hours ago from web
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@designbias you should follow me so I can DM you on here! :P
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@designbias want to come down the Belle Isle for a coffee and a bite with @matthewmaber and I?46 hours ago from web
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@matthewmaber I'm just finishing some work... but I could bring my laptop down and finish it there46 hours ago from web
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@matthewmaber You going to be there long? I might come and join you for a pint...46 hours ago from web
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Just been going through some old backups, check out these really old versions of my website! http://cl.ly/1p6b http://cl.ly/1p0646 hours ago from web
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@sydlawrence Is the next Winchester Web this Tuesday coming?2 days ago from web
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Today I will solely be working in InDesign creating a cool user guide - I've not done any desktop publishing in years! This will be fun2 days ago from web
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@sydlawrence Yeah, it's a pretty cool site! Most of the fonts were freebies, some were paid for.2 days ago from web
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@sydlawrence The two fonts are Swis721 and Aachen, I'm not sure what the licences include; doubtful they'll have font-face tho...2 days ago from web
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Sorry about that @Paulseys, don't worry, I've changed it to something more serious now! http://www.paulseys.com2 days ago from web
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oh look, the new @PaulSeys Online is launching this summer! http://www.paulseys.com2 days ago from web
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@theMillsReport Yeah sure thing! I'm in the @BelleIsle_PO5 often, next time I'll come say hi!2 days ago from web
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June 25, 05:30 AM
Four Wintles and a Uriarte
Cousin Patrick joins us last night for food and beers
Me and Pat
Vanessa and Iñaki
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June 13, 02:24 PM
The Portsmouth That Has Passed
A Panorama of a Thousand Years
Yesterday I found this old book tucked away at the back of a shelf; it was passed down to me a few years ago from my dad and I'd completely forgotten about it since.
The book takes a journalistic approach to Portsmouth's history; looking at many of the events that occurred between 491 B.C. up to 1987.
Originally the book started as a project by William G. Gates, and he was still busy working on The Portsmouth That Has Passed when he died at the age of 90, the book was the completed by his colleague F.K.H Young and first published in 1946.
This second edition was updated in 1987 by Nigel Peake and printed by Portsmouth Publishing and Printing Ltd. in conjunction with The News.
Here I've scanned in twenty pages and photos from the book:
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June 06, 06:01 AM
Unanswered Lost Questions
A comprehensive list of questions that the Lost writers/creators left unanswered.
It seems a lot of the ongoing plots in the show were either totally forgotten or just pointless, e.g. Dharma, the Others, why did Tom feel the need to wear a fake beard, four-toed statue, Walt, etc, etc, etc
Profile
Summary
XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, user experience, information architecture, user interface design, design for mobile web, web standards, usability, accessibility, WordPress, WordPress themes, visual design, structure design, branding and identity, semantic HTML, Expression Engine, MODx CMS Development, eCommerce, FoxyCart Development
Specialties: eCommerce, MODx CMS Development, MODx, FoxyCart, FoxyCart Development
Experience
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Mar 2003 - Present
Web Design & Development / Adam Wintle Design
Creating web sites for a variety of businesses
Focusing on key areas such as ecommerce and usability
Developing and enhancing brands
Utilising the latest technologies and industry tools
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Jan 2008 - Nov 2009
IT Consultant / IBM Global Business Services
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Mar 2004 - Dec 2005
Sound and Lighting Engineer / Stage One Services
Stage One Services offer local crew support for music venues - my role involved setting up lighting and sound equipment and aiding the Tour Manager and his crew build the set for many types of concert and stage show.
Education
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2000 - 2003
South Downs College Portsmouth
Focus in Online Communities
Additional information
Websites:
Interests:
FoxyCart eCommerce development, MODx development, photography, typography
Posts
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July 24, 10:11 AM
Good food and drink at the @BelleIsle_PO5, amazing weather and good company :)
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July 21, 03:10 PM
At the @BelleIsle_PO5 for an early evening meeting - gotta say, this pub, with it's free wifi is perfect for meetings
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July 17, 11:16 AM
On set filming a short film with @WyldStallyons
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July 14, 10:36 PM
Five Years Ago
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July 14, 10:36 PM
Having lunch at the @BelleIsle_PO5 with @DesignBias
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July 14, 10:34 PM
Post holiday blues, really missing this place
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July 14, 10:34 PM
Travel: Southsea to Spain
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July 14, 10:34 PM
Been styling a @FoxyCart store all day, now relaxing with a Dutch beer and watching @BearGrylls' Man vs. Wild
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July 14, 10:28 PM
The only statue dedicated to the devil in the world: "El Angel Caido, El Parque Del Buen Retiro"
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July 14, 10:28 PM
Enjoying dinner tonight in Madrid with my cousins
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July 14, 10:28 PM
Now boarding flight EZY7910 from Amsterdam to Madrid!
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July 14, 10:28 PM
Now drinking an 8.4 vol Dutch beer called Tripe Karmeliet, tasty but strong
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July 14, 10:28 PM
Four Wintles and a Uriarte
Cousin Patrick joins us last night for food and beers
Me and Pat
Vanessa and Iñaki
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July 14, 10:27 PM
A great selection of Dutch beers!
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July 14, 10:27 PM
Drinking beer in Madrid with @DCurtis taking about life, money, web design and everything inbetween.
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July 14, 10:27 PM
Unanswered Lost Questions
A comprehensive list of questions that the Lost writers/creators left unanswered.
It seems a lot of the ongoing plots in the show were either totally forgotten or just pointless, e.g. Dharma, the Others, why did Tom feel the need to wear a fake beard, four-toed statue, Walt, etc, etc, etc
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July 14, 10:27 PM
Working here today!
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July 14, 10:27 PM
New fiber optic broadband has been installed!
Old Pipex Internet Speed:
New Virgin Media Speed:
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July 14, 10:27 PM
Working here today!
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July 14, 10:27 PM
This is where I'm sleeeping for the next few nights!
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July 14, 10:27 PM
Now boarding flight EZY8875 to Amsterdam
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July 14, 10:26 PM
The Portsmouth That Has Passed
A Panorama of a Thousand Years
Yesterday I found this old book tucked away at the back of a shelf; it was passed down to me a few years ago from my dad and I’d completely forgotten about it since.
The book takes a journalistic approach to Portsmouth’s history; looking at many of the events that occurred between 491 B.C. up to 1987.
Originally the book started as a project by William G. Gates, and he was still busy working on The Portsmouth That Has Passed when he died at the age of 90, the book was the completed by his colleague F.K.H Young and first published in 1946.
This second edition was updated in 1987 by Nigel Peake and printed by Portsmouth Publishing and Printing Ltd. in conjunction with The News.
Here I’ve scanned in twenty pages and photos from the book:
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July 14, 10:26 PM
Unanswered Lost Questions
A comprehensive list of questions that the Lost writers/creators left unanswered.
It seems a lot of the ongoing plots in the show were either totally forgotten or just pointless, e.g. Dharma, the Others, why did Tom feel the need to wear a fake beard, four-toed statue, Walt, etc, etc, etc
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July 14, 10:26 PM
New fiber optic broadband has been installed!
Old Pipex Internet Speed:
New Virgin Media Speed:
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July 14, 10:26 PM
Working here today!
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July 14, 10:26 PM
Working here today!
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July 14, 10:26 PM
Such a nice warm day I thought it would be nice to sit in my garden.Bad idea considering I've neglected it for years
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July 14, 10:26 PM
Future of Web Design Conference 2010
Another Future of Web Design has passed and I can say it exceeded all of my expectations, this years was the best conference I have ever attended.
Not only were the talks and presentations of a much higher standard and quality, but there were two tracks to choose from; double the choice!
My favourite talks from the two days were Dan Cederholm’s, Simon Colluson’s, Paul Boag’s and the Web Standardistas.
One of the things I personally enjoy and find most value in, maybe a tiny little bit more than the talks themselves, is the networking; and this year the breaks were slightly longer and there were speed networking sessions. There was definitely a focus on networking which gave me the opportunity to chat with many great people.
Overall this FOWD was of a much higher standard and thoroughly enjoyable.
Here’s a selection of photos I took over the two days:
You can view the whole set on Flickr:
Oh, there was another thing. Some of you may have heard me talk about this, some of you may not. But over the years I’ve met Paul Boag a handful of times and each and every time he’s either been rude to me, completely ignored me or totally forgotten who I am.
I chatted with Paul about this and I reminded him of all the times we’ve met and all the things he’s done.
He very kindly apologised and sent out this great tweet, and as a result I think I can safely say he’ll never forget me again.
Also, here’s a photo of Paul from last year’s FOWD when he refused to have his photo taken, but I took one anyway:
Adam Wintle Design also has a new Facebook fan page which you can join here:
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July 14, 10:26 PM
At the #FOWD after party, this is pretty, pretty good :)
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July 14, 10:25 PM
@builtbybuffalo At Pizza East in London with @Grinstead and @wiscombe spotted this and thought of you
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July 14, 10:25 PM
At @thetablecafe with @fuzzybug and @tmcleod3 having a @pagelime breakfast!
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July 14, 10:25 PM
Attending FOWD this week? Make sure you see Tom McLeod speak at 2:45 on Wednesday
Check out this short introduction to Tom’s talk for this weeks Future of Web Design conference:
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July 14, 10:25 PM
Decided to buy the real paper today, I haven't don't this in over 6 months! Maybe I'll keep it
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July 14, 10:25 PM
The Future of Web Design conference, only one week to go!
This time next Tuesday the Future of Web Design conference in London will be underway.
A friend and business associate Tom McLeod is flying over from Washington DC to speak at the event about how to make your web design business even more successful.
This year’s event is spread over two days and has a two track format. Make sure you watch Tom’s presentation in track two on day two during the afternoon slot at 2:45pm. Its going to be unmissable, here’s a little more info:
Tom’s also the president of PageLime, an easy-to-use remote Content Management System; and I’m their UK Rep, so make sure if you’ve got any PageLime questions to come and find us.
And lets not forget I’ll be fully promoting Adam Wintle Design this year, so be sure to ask me for one of my new business cards :)
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July 14, 10:25 PM
Just found some photos from today's MODx conference. Look it's Brett from FoxyCart!
I’m sad that I can’t be at the MODx conference today in Texas. MODx being high in my list of recommended CMSes.
However I have just found some great pics over on AMD Builder.
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Here’s a cool one of my friend Brett Florio the founder of FoxyCart, my choice for an eCommerce solution. He’s the guy with the dreadlocks.
Maybe I’ll be able to attend next year!
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July 14, 10:25 PM
Found a photo of my granddad when he was my age
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July 14, 10:25 PM
Is this new email signature too excessive?
Before:
After:
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July 14, 10:25 PM
At the Pub 19 Pub Crawl in Southsea, come join us!
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July 14, 10:25 PM
Day at the docklands
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July 14, 10:25 PM
Trying out the iPad
On Tuesday I finally had the chance to get my hands on an iPad (@SydLawrence was kind enough to bring his along to Winchester Web). The device was the non-3G version, so there had to be an available wifi connection to be able to get online.
I had about twenty minutes with the iPad, I immediately thought it was smaller and heavier that I’d imagined, but these two physical features were quickly forgotten as soon as I began using the device. The iPad experience is very submerging, because there’s very little besides the screen whatever you’re using the device for pretty much becomes the device.
I tried out a game called Dungeon Hunter, a hack-and-slash like Diablo and Baldur’s Gate, which I already own on the iPhone. On the larger screen the game became ten times better, the iPad felt perfect for that type of casual gaming and I can imagine similar titles would be just as good. I also tried a handful of utility apps which were all great, unfortunately there weren’t any wifi spots available so I didn’t get the chance to fully test out the keyboard.
Overall I was surprised by how much I liked using the iPad, I’ve been quite sceptical as to whether I would find a use for an in-between type of device; but that’s not to say I’m completely sold. If I were to seriously consider buying one I’d want to wait a little longer, at least until there’s some good photo editing apps and maybe a HTML editor; then I’d probably be sold!
Here’s a few more photos of the iPad from Winchester Web.
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July 14, 10:25 PM
At Wagamama with @HelloCloe, an enjoyable evening!
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July 14, 10:24 PM
New glasses, cool or deuche bag?
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July 14, 10:24 PM
WoPC has its first iPad visitor! (Update: and Lord Likely)
Yesterday the World of Playing Cards had its first iPad visitor. Exciting!
It looks like whoever it was lived in Phoenix, Arizona.
Update (09/04/10): Also another client’s website, Lord Likely, has had visitors catching up on the latest content using their iPads!
The two readers were from Crystal Lake and Corona and it looks like they had quite a lengthy visit and surfed around the site a fair bit too.
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July 14, 10:24 PM
A conversation with my dad: Thoughts on news publishing and Rupert Murdoch
I asked my dad’s opinion on this article and the following video:
(In my opinion the video is well worth the 15 minutes.)
My dad replied: “Well is he [Murdoch] a grumpy old git or a wise old man? Old men used to venerated as wise and full of experience, but things seem to be different today. Does he have any students who believe in his model? When the factors which make a situation all change over time, then the situation has to change, and you cannot stick to an old ‘model’ just because it was right in the past… Some people argue that we must “go back to the good old days” but the times have changed. Why hasn’t he got dozens of advisors telling him how to be ‘cool’?”
I replied: “I think sometimes Rupert Murdoch is unbelievably wise and insightful, but the occasions when he is are becoming rare. I imagine Murdoch has a lot of advisors, but like Bill Gates, Steve Jobs or perhaps even Steven Spielburg, his name and face is the brand or product they’ve created and it has to sound like the ideas are coming straight from his mind; yet in reality a lot of the products and ideas would be coming from a whole team of creative people.
I’ve watched a lot of videos and read a lot of articles about Rupert Murdoch and apparently he’s got a red hot temper, slamming his fists on tables and telling employees to fuck off; I think his attitude towards change and telling his advisors that they’re wrong has held him and his newspapers back in this more digital world.
It seems he’s now only starting to realise that his advisors were probably right all along; he’s recently been heavily endorsing the iPad saying it will “save the newspaper industry” - but I don’t believe that this new approach is completely his idea, I think he’s probably just seeing no choice but to move with the times before its far too late.
And the newspaper industry doesn’t need saving, as the Guardian just refer to their website as a “digital newspaper” and have no intentions of ever putting up a paywall for a source of revenue, and instead will support the publication through advertising revenue.
I think Murdoch’s decision to try and force people into buying the content is backwards, and like you said, just trying to make people stick to the old model when its pretty much going to be impossible; just like with CDs and MP3s. People still want to listen to music, so the music industry adapts. People still want news so that also needs to adapt.”
I just thought I’d put that out there - if anybody read through the whole thing feel free to leave a comment with your thoughts on the subject.
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July 14, 10:24 PM
Ugh http://www.adamwintle.com doesn't look too great in the new Opera Mini for iPhone :( anyone else having issues?
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July 14, 10:24 PM
My grandad would have been 81 today.
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July 14, 10:24 PM
Another evening with the Google Nexus One, this phone is awesome! When my iPhone contract is up I might get one...
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July 14, 10:24 PM
Issue 4 of the amazing @UppercaseMag (magazine for the creative and curious) just arrived! Can't wait to read it :-)
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July 14, 10:24 PM
Drinking a very nice Japanese beer and tweaking a website concept! :-)
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July 14, 10:23 PM
The Google Nexus One is an awesome phone! Had a chance to try one out and I really like it!
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