Month: May 2013
Rumors of the Death of iTunes might not be greatly exaggerated
While the death of the CD has been foretold for many years, the death of iTunes has not had as many predictions from the soothsayers. However, unless iTunes can add 24 bit/192kHz playback for high definition sound, offer a “lossless compressed” option in the iTunes store and drop the limitations on sharing purchased music, its […]
May 27, 2013
“Robin Hood” Slapped With Lawsuit in NH Community
The New Hampshire Robin Hooders have proven that parking tickets have more to do with justifying jobs than protecting the public. The residents of Keene, New Hampshire fought back by creating a band of merry men and women modeled after Robin Hood in Sherwood Forest who appear from nowhere to save the day for overtime […]
May 20, 2013
The Truth about Burn in for Audio Components
By Donald Scarinci: Many high end audiophile products such as amplifiers, speakers, headphones and even connection cords and power conditioners are sold with the advice that they will produce better sound when they are used. Many manufacturers recommend burn in for audio components before the full benefit will be realized. For someone who has always […]
May 13, 2013
Boston Marathon and Hurricane Sandy show Lawyer Reputation Undeserved
In a recent poll reflecting how the public views the ethical standards of various professions, lawyers ranked in the 19th percentile. Lawyers came in slightly below business executives in the 21st percentile and well below medical doctors, which rank in the 70th percentile. Unfortunately, it is not only unfair for the public to generalize groups […]
May 6, 2013