Hello! My name is Michael. I don't know how you found me, but I'm glad you're here! On this page you can find discussions about design, current events, and technology. I try to post meaningful entries, but will occasionally post my opinion about other topics as well. If you have a suggestion for a post, please contact me. If not, I hope you enjoy your stay.
Subscribe to my Blog RSSSubscribe to my Comments RSSOctober 26th, 2008
Over the last few years Microsoft has been taking a PR hit. After revising their website in December of 2007, Microsoft is now testing a redesigned homepage that is backwards in terms of usability and design.
October 19th, 2008
Now is America’s time to shine and to make a change.
September 4th, 2008
A very funny animation about an octopus and his partner as they try to escape from a stubborn restaurant cook. Adorable and funny.
September 2nd, 2008
In this website review I take a look at the clean, modern looking website of Erskine Design, a creative studio based in the United Kingdom.
September 1st, 2008
Just a brief update on some site maintenance I’ve been doing. You may experience a few bugs, but I’m working to get them resolved quickly.
August 24th, 2008
When I first created my MacBook Pro ad, it was not with the intention of deceiving people into thinking it was real, it was a simple skill demonstration. Little did I know that I would receive the greatest critique imaginable - Digg.
August 11th, 2008
Both Windows Vista and OS X Leopard (and almost any operating system) will differentiate between an active and an inactive task using different user interface elements. Here I compare both window styles and determine which interface performs best.
August 3rd, 2008
When most people buy a computer, the first thing they do is install applications and connect to the internet. Nevertheless an important step, particularly for designers, often gets overlooked: monitor color calibration.
June 13th, 2008
With all the hype surrounding the iPhone 3G, and with all the major technology blogs reporting on pricing and availability, I decided to do my own fact hunting and was able to gather a multitude of information from an informed and precise AT&T representative. Here is what I found out.
May 26th, 2008
A brief look at my desktop environment for Windows Vista and XP that offers numerous improvements over the dated Windows explorer.