Been playing since last year, fun game and a good excuse to walk around the city you live in. Especially if you like finding out random facts and the like as portals are usually of historical significance. I've also met a lot of people (read: other nerds/geeks) as well.

Lastly, RESIST.

I have an HPdv6 as well, over six years it's held up great and I haven't had any problems with it.

I have the Rocket Sport dryer, and it is one of the most amazing pieces of equipment ever. Dry gear in only an hour, especially crucial if you play on back to back nights.

He also does The Man with a Machine Gun!