Day 9: Apple: You want her for her looks, not her personality.

I currently have the Macbook pro, which I've had for over a year now. It's simple, doesn't lag, doesn't give me viruses, and generally, I've had no problems with it. I got it because I'm a graphic designer and I like the screen vibrancy on Macbooks as opposed to most of the commercially priced PC's. Not to mention, Macbooks look hella sleek and sexy. I hate the ugly bulking look of most PC laptops. And although I may be vain when it comes to technology, I am not really tech bias. Even though I own quite a few Apple things, I refused to buy an iPhone or take any interest in it for a long time. Not to totally sound hipster, but I just thought the iPhone was the most over-hyped product I've ever heard of. Most of my friends have iPhones and I've played with many of them. I was never impressed by one. I've stuck with Android since its inception in 2008 on the Google G1! I love the versatility and customization options on the Android so iPhones don't impress me there. But one thing I envy about iPhone users is a vain one, and that's the many cute cases you can get for your phone. Oh well, at least I won't be tempted to buy a shitload of cases. However, I do think the iPhone 5 is a really nice phone that has a nice camera on it, and that is also important to me. For my upcoming phone upgrade, I'm actually contemplating on the iPhone 5, but most likely will wait it out until the Galaxy S4 gets released.

Honestly, if Apple products were not visually pretty, do you think most people would be so hyped up about it? I think my Macbook is gorgeous, and I also think my previous first edition Macbook with its sleek edged, minimal lines and pure white body was a sight for sore eyes. I definitely have nothing but good things to say about the 'looks' of Apple products. I'm a minimalist whore in terms of design. But I do appreciate techy things in all forms and brands. As long as it does what I want it to do and looks 'decent', I'm happy with it.


I want to end this post with a random gif of Day[9], my favorite SC2 commentator doing an Immortal impression. (because it's "day 9!!" :D)

Day 5: "Star Stuff"

According to the study of cosmology, we are all made of "star stuff". As stars eventually explode into supernovas, the atoms of these stars obliterate all over space. And as gravity and dark matter start to form planets, the glittering stardust becomes a part of the planets. And as that stardust enters the Earth's atmosphere, the atoms of those stars become infused into the make of everything, including humankind. So technically, yeah, we are all made of the same stuff as stars.

It's poetic isn't it? It also sounds really weird when you realize that at the very microscopic level, we are made of all sorts of junk. We all know dust particles are all around us and germs are constantly clinging onto our skins. I'm sure it's gross to see what's floating around in our bodies when you zoom in close enough. *shudder* I really don't even want to know.

I've always been infatuated with 'stars', whether the stars in the night sky or just the geometrical shape. Taking an Astronomy class has made me fall in love with them all over again. And for brownie points, I can actually explain what stars are and how they form in space. I have to say, as much as I hate getting up in the morning to attend this Saturday class, at least the subject is super interesting.

Speaking of the class, I have a huge exam coming up tomorrow which I'll be studying all night for. I was so close to just skipping out on today's photo of the day, but I realize it would take like less than 5mins to do it and I should be consistent with ONE LITTLE THING in my life. So here it is, I done did it.

Day 4: USB

My USB's that I've been carrying around since the beginning of going to Art school. They all have their different purposes and I've lost all of them at least once. I honestly don't know what I'd do if I permanently lost all of them. I would probably cry.

Day 1: The Holographic Universe

I've been on a strong Astronomy kick as of late. It probably has to do with the fact that I've been taking an Astronomy class this quarter--on Saturday mornings no less.

I initially hated the idea of taking a class on Saturday but it's actually not so bad. The Astronomy class is really interesting and even though it's an extensive amount of information jam packed into 11 weeks, I find the subject fascinating. I can't say the same for the actual class though. My professor is pretty easy going and seems knowledgeable enough, but he's not very engaging when it comes to teaching the subject. Honestly, I've learned more just by reading the required textbook, watching youtube videos, and reading articles than I have from sitting in that class. Nonetheless, it's a nice break away from my usual classes.

At the end of our quarter we're doing a project on a topic of our choice. I chose to do mine on different galaxies and their impact in space over time. For example, our closest galaxy, the Andromeda Galaxy will collide with our Milky Way in some odd billion years. We have nothing to worry about it in our lifetime but it's still interesting to know what that would be like.

I picked up a book by well known physicist Michio Kaku that I'll probably reference heavily on my project. I also got this book off Amazon, "The Holographic Universe" as a side read. I've actually heard a lot about this book and came across it several times online but kind of brushed it to the side because it wasn't really in my 'field' of interest. Turns out it has always been in my field of interest! I'm halfway through the book and it's an interesting read so far but it's definitely meant to be read with an open mind. The book delves into things outside of practical sciences and goes into the stuff that most scientists wouldn't dare try to bring up as 'factual' in any way. Everything from psychic powers and parallel universes. But it's not an all bullshit book. It lays the ideas and the foundation of these "paranormal" ideas that we all know and many mock of. Some things come backed up with some scientific explanations that get you thinking. It's a really interesting read for anyone who is remotely into how our seemingly endless universe correlates with the microscopic life we witness day to day.