Monday, February 12, 2007
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Monday, February 05, 2007
Inside the Artwork
Somehow I ended up inside the greenhouse installation at the old bus station last night. Kristian had promised to care for it during this week. Surreal feeling to be inside a brightly lit, jungle environment looking out at people walking by in the cold and dark.
Saturday, February 03, 2007
Cross Propaganda Movie
The new Cross clothing stotre was giving out catalogues with a decent lenght freeride DVD included.
I know I shouldn't complain, as it was free, but is it really necessary to display the Cross logo throughout the film as seen in the picture. Somehow I got the feeling they are not confident about their brand, and need to shout about it. Especially embarassing when they were zooming in on the Cross logo's on the rider's clothes.
I know I shouldn't complain, as it was free, but is it really necessary to display the Cross logo throughout the film as seen in the picture. Somehow I got the feeling they are not confident about their brand, and need to shout about it. Especially embarassing when they were zooming in on the Cross logo's on the rider's clothes.
Thursday, February 01, 2007
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Up Next
Segafredo's Casa was ok, but the journey continues with Cellini. At least for the duration of this pack.
Sunday, January 28, 2007
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Vista Is Blocking My Way
A bloody big tent pavillion has appeared outside Kamppi for the Windows Vista launch, blocking the way of me and everyone else. Not a good start on my Vista relationship.
Sunday, January 21, 2007
I'm a Lumberjack!
Two old birches had been taken down at Sjötorp, and the pieces needed to be moved and be made into firewood. A technologically advanced logging camp was set up for the day.
Saturday, January 20, 2007
Friday, January 19, 2007
Players
Talking mp3 over a beer with Kim.
No "Mine's bigger than yours" comments necessary, as they are both 4Gb.
No "Mine's bigger than yours" comments necessary, as they are both 4Gb.
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Coolest Office in Town
Noticed there was someone sitting by the window above the entrance to Kamppi, next to the big screen. That's almost as good a vantage point for watching people move by as the Starbucks in Shibuya.
Sunday, January 14, 2007
Drop
Just an excellent detail on my new Zen. Making the logo into a subtle 3D element.
Otherwise I'm not too excited about the glossy finish of the surface, since it probably is one of the most fingerprint prone out there. Also on the physical side, the small overall size makes operating it in a mobile phone fashion with one hand a bit hard. I need to use both, or then have it against a surface like a table or in a pocket. Luckily you don't need to fiddle around at all once you've created some good playlists.
Otherwise I'm not too excited about the glossy finish of the surface, since it probably is one of the most fingerprint prone out there. Also on the physical side, the small overall size makes operating it in a mobile phone fashion with one hand a bit hard. I need to use both, or then have it against a surface like a table or in a pocket. Luckily you don't need to fiddle around at all once you've created some good playlists.
Saturday, January 13, 2007
Background Noise Generator
This Creative Zen V Plus will from now on provide me with a soundtrack while on the move. The package promised "an intuitive user interface", and it actually held quite true. A few trials and errors and I was in control. It even passed the "change track without taking it out of the pocket" test (CTWTIOOTP for short) without difficulty. Good stuff.
Who Made That?
The Wii box. Obviously done by someone without any sense of how perspective works. Surprising such stuff can get through to public spaces.
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Cool Hair
Gogo has started to appear around town in a very odd outfit. Could this be the reason for me to visit the opera for the first time?
Cool Gear
Lot's of funky stuff like artificial joints and paramedic gear. Just hope I don't have to encounter these things for real.
Custom
Personal heart monitors with changeable covers and graphics. Saw them at the Medical Fair here in Helsinki today. Nice approach to make this kind of equipment more approachable.
Sunday, January 07, 2007
Friday, January 05, 2007
Saturday, December 30, 2006
Fly Inn Cafe
Waiting for Lisa to land. The espresso is kind of lame, but then it came out of a vending machine. The view is exellent, though saturday afternoons seem quiet at Helsinki-Vantaa.
Thursday, December 28, 2006
Satsuki's Hair Has Grown!
Satsuki's Hair Has Grown!
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
Finally got face to face with one of the posters for Tonari no Totoro which are around town, and confirmed a hunch I've had for some time now: They've redrawn Satsuki's hair for this new version! Is this some evil Disney plot or what? totally unnecessary if you ask me, and makes me wonder what else they've changed in this great film?
Here's an example of the original hairstyle from IMDB. Too boyish for the re-release?
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
Home Improvement, Part 2
Home Improvement, Part 2
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
The reason my National Geographic's were on the floor: Paneling up the back of my bookshelf, and rearranging it a bit to keep busy on my day off.
Evening Reading
Evening Reading
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
My National Geographic family photo. Complete collection from 1977 to 1987, plus lot's of back issues.
Saturday, December 23, 2006
Why Eat Out?
Why Eat Out?
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
...When I can do a chiken wok with tomato and honey sauce at home.
The only downside is I have to wash up afterwards.
Thursday, December 21, 2006
Temptation
Temptation
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
Stopped by Lasipalatsi for an espresso and a quick bite after work. It took serious willpower not to start nibbling at this candy studded gingerbread house I was sitting next to.
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Orange Tree
Orange Tree
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
I noticed this sign in a small park on my way home. Closer inspection revealed that it's a test site for a genetically modified orange tree (inside a protective shroud at right). If this one succeeds orange trees will be planted in Helsinki parks starting 2010.
Welcome to the tropics.
Sunday, December 17, 2006
Saturday, December 16, 2006
Pirunkirkko
Pirunkirkko
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
The place we'll invade later tonight. Our task was to set out all tables, benches and chairs.
Teemu is lying down on the job.
Pocket Parking
Pocket Parking
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
On the way to Suomenlinna to set up the space for Tua's and Otto's wedding dinner. Got to the ferry a bit early, and got to see the big Sweden boats arrive in port.
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Taverne Des Neiges
Taverne Des Neiges
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
All I remember about this espresso is that my legs burned after skiing knee deep powder, that the sun was warm, and that I really didn't want to leave for the airport.
Tignes rocked last Sunday!
Ben
Ben
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
Our host at Le Chalet du Rassel showing how it's done in Tignes.
Waiting for a ride
Waiting for a ride
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
My Teles and some fresh French snow. Good combination.
Wednesday, December 06, 2006
France Next
France Next
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
Checking, rechecking and double checking.
The web tells me skiing will be possible, and that means a lot of gear. I was regarding the packing a success, until I realized I need to fit the laptop in there as well. brute force next.
Monday, December 04, 2006
Bar Dynamo, Turku
Bar Dynamo, Turku
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
Dynamo hadn't changed much in the five years since I last visited it. A novelty was that they cut the electricity for a few minutes at one point during the night, though. No big deal, as they warned about it before.
Milk on the Train
Milk on the Train
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk.
Took a brief trip to Turku in the weekend. First time for me to see these fun milk packs that come with the coffee on the train. (Teemu got it, I drink my coffee black).
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
