Odd - not really. I use Amazon reviews for guidance on what specific product to purchase if I'm looking for something. Especially with high end electronics, asking a reviewer about a product can be really helpful in understanding setup issues or compatibility. Case in point, I've recently been chatting with someone…

The things that annoy me most were:

"the mild failure that was Vista,"

That's a nice tip, but can be a bit of a pain. I've found wrapping a strip of Duct Tape (or electrical tape) around the bit at the desired depth works just as well.

I love some Pumpkin Beer - these are my favorites:

As others point out the Nexus is OEM agnostic, however, Samsung is IMO the best hardware manufacturer today which is likely why Google has gone with them for two Nexuses (Nexii?) in a row. You have a point, the HTC build quality feels better than Samsung, but a friend of mine has had the Galaxy S for over a year and…

And this illustrates a key gambit for any negotiation: The first person to say a number generally loses the negotiation.

Totally agree with you and freedomweasel - so long as you can control what you spend on your credit card you're all set. Also, in using only credit/debit cards and combining it with a financial management service like Mint you can fully track what you're spending on, how frequently and the like. It can be very…

Oh dear God - I use Lotus as well and it's terrible. I feel your pain...I really do. I wish Lotus Notes would go the way of Lotus 1-2-3...

I've been using this and I really like it. It functions well for me 95% of the time. I, use another app called "CircleLauncher", which is a app that allows you to include up to 9 apps in a mini-launcher widget. Its a nice look and added functionality.

@FoxCMK: I watch both Dexter and Fringe, and I think they're great. I also really like Entourage, 30 Rock, Psych, Burn Notice, White Collar and Criminal Minds.

@swc oxcart: I use SMSBackup+. It will backup all the phone's SMS/MMS to a folder it creates in Gmail and you can restore from there - and it's free. Just download and follow the instructions.

@Terry: I got my Mom (she's 61) a Kindle last year for Christmas and she loves it. Really simple setup and use to download books. I'd recommend a Kindle.

@CanceRuss: I think that sounds good, minus the Red Wine Vinegar. You'll get enough "savory" flavor from the Kalamata Olives, Feta and Red Pepper Flakes so I'd leave out the vinegar.