Mr_Brightside_@
Sep 8, 11:15 AM
Brick.
Watch this movie!
Watch this movie!
revelated
Jan 18, 11:57 PM
Part of that is due to engine choices in the US: because many of the engines used by foreign car companies are not federalized, and because US carmakers largley ignore the small car market, we don't get the most efficient engines for small cars.
Case in point: look at small cars sold in both Europe and the US, like the Mini Cooper, Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus (different version, but same-ish size) or event the Smart. All of these cars come with smaller, more efficient engines in Europe, either as the base engine or as options. The US versions, however, all use larger, less efficient engines and omit the diesel options entirely. Thus, much of potential efficiency of these cars is wasted.
Therefore, it's not that the Altima is much more efficient than the Versa. Rather, the most efficient engine option in the Altima is as efficient as the rather inefficient engine that the Versa is saddled with here in the states. And it's our own fault, because Americans are stereotyped as demanding more powerful engines without regard to fuel economy.
The new Jetta and Passat are no exceptions - they get more engine choices outside the US.
I simply don't agree with this at all. You're basically saying that the Altima's 4 banger is inefficient which couldn't be further from the truth. I can drive to Phoenix, AZ from San Diego, CA - a distance of ~500 miles - on half a tank. I don't call that inefficient at all, especially since I know for a fact that a Prius can't do that. Also the Versa's engine is a 2.0 which should be less powerful but in theory more efficient than the Altima, except for aerodynamics. It's just not. The only advantage the Versa has over the Altima is the interior roof trim - it really does cut wind noise better than the Altima. Beyond that, the Versa is an overpriced piece of crap, quite frankly.
But it's not all small cars in the US that suck. Honda and Acura have been making efficient small cars for years. I don't agree that the small car market is ignored - rather, it's not focused on. Diesel, in my opinion, is a failed market out here. Great concept, but there just isn't enough steam behind it. I applaud Volkswagen for trying. But the reality is that everyone has it wrong. The answer isn't petrol because it's limited, it isn't electric because capacity is at a premium, and it isn't hybrid because the cost is prohibitive. The answer lies in the very thing that surrounds us constantly. I'm afraid I just won't be alive to see people realize it.
Case in point: look at small cars sold in both Europe and the US, like the Mini Cooper, Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus (different version, but same-ish size) or event the Smart. All of these cars come with smaller, more efficient engines in Europe, either as the base engine or as options. The US versions, however, all use larger, less efficient engines and omit the diesel options entirely. Thus, much of potential efficiency of these cars is wasted.
Therefore, it's not that the Altima is much more efficient than the Versa. Rather, the most efficient engine option in the Altima is as efficient as the rather inefficient engine that the Versa is saddled with here in the states. And it's our own fault, because Americans are stereotyped as demanding more powerful engines without regard to fuel economy.
The new Jetta and Passat are no exceptions - they get more engine choices outside the US.
I simply don't agree with this at all. You're basically saying that the Altima's 4 banger is inefficient which couldn't be further from the truth. I can drive to Phoenix, AZ from San Diego, CA - a distance of ~500 miles - on half a tank. I don't call that inefficient at all, especially since I know for a fact that a Prius can't do that. Also the Versa's engine is a 2.0 which should be less powerful but in theory more efficient than the Altima, except for aerodynamics. It's just not. The only advantage the Versa has over the Altima is the interior roof trim - it really does cut wind noise better than the Altima. Beyond that, the Versa is an overpriced piece of crap, quite frankly.
But it's not all small cars in the US that suck. Honda and Acura have been making efficient small cars for years. I don't agree that the small car market is ignored - rather, it's not focused on. Diesel, in my opinion, is a failed market out here. Great concept, but there just isn't enough steam behind it. I applaud Volkswagen for trying. But the reality is that everyone has it wrong. The answer isn't petrol because it's limited, it isn't electric because capacity is at a premium, and it isn't hybrid because the cost is prohibitive. The answer lies in the very thing that surrounds us constantly. I'm afraid I just won't be alive to see people realize it.
thedarkhalf
Mar 31, 10:05 AM
It may be fun for play, but I cant see anything real being done on that. Most high end photo editors wont even use a trackpad/laptop...
Now if they can make it double as a wacom for a desktop and mirror the image form the computer.. now youre talking :)
And from a user standpoint, having all menus buried and no keyboard shortcuts, you're expanding the time to edit drastically.
Now if they can make it double as a wacom for a desktop and mirror the image form the computer.. now youre talking :)
And from a user standpoint, having all menus buried and no keyboard shortcuts, you're expanding the time to edit drastically.
*LTD*
Mar 25, 11:05 AM
Apple should just roll their own.
They have the power, the talent, the size, and certainly the scale, to go their own way with an excellent chance of success.
The more things they do in-house, the better. It'll only enhance the Apple ecosystem and grow it.
This is folks. Apple is now in charge of their own destiny.
They have the power, the talent, the size, and certainly the scale, to go their own way with an excellent chance of success.
The more things they do in-house, the better. It'll only enhance the Apple ecosystem and grow it.
This is folks. Apple is now in charge of their own destiny.
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UpDownAeroplane
Aug 1, 06:36 PM
What OS are you running and version and how did you get it to look that good?
the wallpaper says it all, it's linux ubuntu.:D
the wallpaper says it all, it's linux ubuntu.:D
Kaiser Phoenix
Dec 2, 04:34 PM
http://i668.photobucket.com/albums/vv42/BornToMac_2009/Screenshot2010-12-01at90418AM.png
Link please??
Link please??
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Kawaraxa
Apr 14, 03:32 PM
Up ! Someone?
Doctor Q
Apr 19, 11:23 PM
It should be gone now.
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TuffLuffJimmy
May 4, 09:20 AM
It is seeming more and more likely that enhanced interrogation techniques (a.k.a. torture), provided information that allowed the U.S. to kill O.B.L.
I recall many on this forum criticizing these techniques claiming they never provided useful information.
What say you now??
And how exactly did murdering Bin Laden help us any? All he is now is a trophy for Obama's next campaign.
I recall many on this forum criticizing these techniques claiming they never provided useful information.
What say you now??
And how exactly did murdering Bin Laden help us any? All he is now is a trophy for Obama's next campaign.
hcho3
Apr 20, 02:56 PM
Good apple. Good....!
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swindmill
Mar 25, 08:29 PM
yes, it is 1.5. I'm fairly new to Mac's so I don't have much insight into why this is happening, but basically the 3 apps affected are menu bar items that aren't on the menu bar by default, so I imagine that's the root of the issue
SuperCachetes
Apr 17, 08:44 AM
Ponzi schemes FTW. Europe will need 20 million immigrants by 2030 and way more by 2050 in order to maintain their lifestyle, or we could be monsters and kill old people.
Or we could all be straight? :rolleyes:
Or we could all be straight? :rolleyes:
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AdrianK
Mar 27, 10:45 AM
They only reason the seller wouldn't clearly state is was a picture from the outset was to deceive potential buyers. 'Nuff said. Hopefully they'll get booted from eBay and paypal for wasting everyone's time.
Of course, whoever bids is a total moron, but no one deserves to profit off that.
I've seen worse though. Like an iPad auction with the selling waffling on about how great the device is in broken English, then saying it included accessories, and ending with "the iPad is here with me".
Of course, whoever bids is a total moron, but no one deserves to profit off that.
I've seen worse though. Like an iPad auction with the selling waffling on about how great the device is in broken English, then saying it included accessories, and ending with "the iPad is here with me".
notwelby
Dec 24, 10:34 PM
http://www.onecupcoffeetitan.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/tassimo-coffee-maker.jpg
This is all I know for sure..
Well my grandparents got me cool wine glasses with no stems + a $50 Visa Giftcard
This is all I know for sure..
Well my grandparents got me cool wine glasses with no stems + a $50 Visa Giftcard
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2 Owls
Aug 2, 11:18 AM
Any larger versions out there? It is a lovely image but too small a resolution for my monitor.
Here is a zip containing the picture in a range of sizes from John Carey the artists website:
fiftyfootshadows.net (http://files.fiftyfootshadows.net/going_home.zip)
Here is a zip containing the picture in a range of sizes from John Carey the artists website:
fiftyfootshadows.net (http://files.fiftyfootshadows.net/going_home.zip)
jessica.
Mar 27, 03:48 PM
Edit: As an "armchair lawyer," I would probably just sue for restitution. For the other armchair lawyers: Yes, restitution is a cause of action.
On what grounds would the buyer be eligible for restitution if the buyer receives a full refund? You tell me how the buyer, after receiving said refund, is damaged past the initial and temporary loss of funds from being slightly unaware.
On what grounds would the buyer be eligible for restitution if the buyer receives a full refund? You tell me how the buyer, after receiving said refund, is damaged past the initial and temporary loss of funds from being slightly unaware.
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Mr. Retrofire
Mar 25, 11:17 AM
iPhone GPS works great for me, even when I visit New York City.
Where is NYC?
;-)
Where is NYC?
;-)
Truffy
Nov 22, 03:00 PM
+ 1. The guy who sent this email undoubtedly sniffs his own farts.
HEY! WHAT'S WRONG WITH SNIFF...:o
HEY! WHAT'S WRONG WITH SNIFF...:o
Garand
Apr 30, 12:03 PM
I am running Parallel's 6 on MBP running Windows 7 for a RPG campaign. Is there a way to cut/copy text while in Windows 7 and paste to Word or Excel running on Mac.
Running 10.6.6 on MBP.
Running 10.6.6 on MBP.
lanthom
Apr 28, 09:28 AM
Not the right reason...
This is. People who are or were with Verizon are now:
This is. People who are or were with Verizon are now:
PsstGreek
Dec 22, 11:03 AM
So like most people I tried to jailbreak my ipodtouch, but got it stuck on recovery mode, now I cant use my ipod touch, I dont know if I can recover it on itunes (but would rather not) so Im kind of desperate, HELP? :(
What OS was your iPod on?
What OS was your iPod on?
Cynicalone
Apr 4, 10:30 AM
So what is the early upgrade price on Verizon?
xraytech
Apr 1, 01:56 AM
Get this guy an HDMI Adaptor XD
floridaoj1
Dec 28, 01:08 AM
I thought I might post a video I made... It's a mix of 4 video's actually, and some other editing...
It would be cool to have a video category here, but I understand how the bandwidth suffers from it..... :)
Here's my vid, watch it..... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNps4NarNHE)
It would be cool to have a video category here, but I understand how the bandwidth suffers from it..... :)
Here's my vid, watch it..... (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNps4NarNHE)
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