Tuesday, May 31, 2005

Amazing Messages

I came home tonight to a message on my answering machine. It went something like this:
 
We are sorry for the inconvenience, this message was intended only for answering machines. Thank you.

Tuesday, May 17, 2005

I love my electric windows

I love my electric windows. Everytime I use them I smile.
  • The lights in the buttons for the rear windows turn off if I lock out the back windows.
  • The car will let me shut the windows after i've turned off the ignition, until I open and shut the drivers door (ie, get out of the car)
  • If i've still forgotten, I can hold the key in the lock for 3 seconds and it will shut all the windows.
  • Every window works on auto if you hold the button down for 2 seconds
  • The windows detect obstructions and return to their original position, so you can't get your fingers caught in them
Also, I can double-deadlock my doors, so that if I do leave my windows open enough for someone to reach in and unlock the door, then still can't open it.

How many people sat in how many meetings to decide to include all of that functionality?

A conversation

Person 1: So, what did you do today?
Person 2: I spent the day ranking all of the contestants on The Apprentice, over all 4 seasons including the UK version, to decide who I liked the most.
Me: ...