Category Archives: Opinion

Spirit Airlines Figures Out How To Screw You Even Harder With Bag Fees

Posted on May 3, 2012 by StevenTorresRamos

Spirit Airlines introduced the ludicrous concept of charging you for carry-on luggage two years. Apparently that wasnt terrible enough because now the airline says it wants to charge more than twice as much if you havent paid for your bag … Continue reading →

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I’m leaving the internet for a year | The Verge

Posted on May 1, 2012 by StevenTorresRamos

At midnight tonight I will leave the internet. I’m abandoning one of my “top 5” technological innovations of all time for a little peace and quiet. If I can survive the separation, I’m going to do this for a year. … Continue reading →

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7 Rules for Recording Police

Posted on April 10, 2012 by StevenTorresRamos

Last week the City of Boston agreed to pay Simon Glik $170,000 in damages and legal fees to settle a civil rights lawsuit stemming from his 2007 felony arrest for videotaping police roughing up a suspect. Prior to the settlement, … Continue reading →

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To Ace an Interview, Forget Being Liked: You Just Need to Love Yourself

Posted on April 3, 2012 by StevenTorresRamos

While self-confidence is definitely a route to job interview success, its often suggested that outright arrogance and narcissism is a real turn-off for employers. But a new study suggests thats not the case: interview performance doesnt depend on how much … Continue reading →

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Teacher’s aide fired for refusing to hand over Facebook password

Posted on April 2, 2012 by StevenTorresRamos

A teacher’s aide at an elementary school was fired last year for refusing to give her Facebook login credentials to her supervisors, ZDNet reported on Sunday. In April 2011, Kimberly Hester signed on to Facebook while she was not at … Continue reading →

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JuiceTank: The first ever iPhone CASE and CHARGER in one by Jesse Pliner + Lloyd Gladstone — Kickstarter

Posted on March 27, 2012 by StevenTorresRamos

The JuiceTank is the first iPhone case to feature an integrated wall charger that folds flat to provide maximum portability. The automated plug deploys easily and allows you to plug your phone directly into any outlet. No cords required. via … Continue reading →

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Why “New iPad” Makes Perfect Sense

Posted on March 8, 2012 by StevenTorresRamos

Before it launched, the new model of the iPad generated a ton of speculation as to whether it would be called the iPad 3 or iPad HD. Turns out, Apple just called it “the new iPad.” Original! via Why “New … Continue reading →

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