Author Archives: Narendra
Beverage Discoveries
I enjoy spiru-tein shakes in the morning and was considering using them for the WHW but figured it would be better to have them ready-made. I ordered two cases of the pre-fab canned version from the company and tried one
Beverage Discoveries
I enjoy spiru-tein shakes in the morning and was considering using them for the WHW but figured it would be better to have them ready-made. I ordered two cases of the pre-fab canned version from the company and tried one
Under 30 Days!
I did a 20 miler on Saturday and then hiked up to see the mountain play on Sunday. Now, it is time to tackle a lot of logistics and a ridiculous packing list all for a long run.
Under 30 Days!
I did a 20 miler on Saturday and then hiked up to see the mountain play on Sunday. Now, it is time to tackle a lot of logistics and a ridiculous packing list all for a long run.
Content 2.0 is the “SmallSpace”
Over the next few years the enthusiasm around Web2.0 will trickle down to the original 1.0 content owner/providers and you can bet on a series of website overhauls often couched as new launches. The first that has caught my eye
Content 2.0 is the “SmallSpace”
Over the next few years the enthusiasm around Web2.0 will trickle down to the original 1.0 content owner/providers and you can bet on a series of website overhauls often couched as new launches. The first that has caught my eye
Chez Panisse Cafe
I waited far to long to try this place in Berkeley out! I have also been keeping track of restaurant stuff on Yelp.
Chez Panisse Cafe
I waited far to long to try this place in Berkeley out! I have also been keeping track of restaurant stuff on Yelp.
Invert Your Mac Screen – CTRL-OPTION-APPLE-8
Who knew? My friend Jon has a 10-month old boy who spends his free time hammering on any laptop computer he can get in front of. Jon claims the tot is “working on a compiler.” It turns out that an
Invert Your Mac Screen – CTRL-OPTION-APPLE-8
Who knew? My friend Jon has a 10-month old boy who spends his free time hammering on any laptop computer he can get in front of. Jon claims the tot is “working on a compiler.” It turns out that an
Wildflower Recap
Well, the good news is that I managed a personal best by 3 minutes. And now to the litany of excuses, what ifs, I shouldas, and general commentary. Although I did not bring many expectations to this event other than
Wildflower Recap
Well, the good news is that I managed a personal best by 3 minutes. And now to the litany of excuses, what ifs, I shouldas, and general commentary. Although I did not bring many expectations to this event other than
Ready?
Is anyone ever ready for Wildflower Long Course? I am woefully underprepared for the bike and haven’t done much swimming. Right now the only thing I am excited about is that I am so organized I managed to pack everything
Ready?
Is anyone ever ready for Wildflower Long Course? I am woefully underprepared for the bike and haven’t done much swimming. Right now the only thing I am excited about is that I am so organized I managed to pack everything
30Boxes To Do Lists
Just a quick note that we launched to do lists on 30 Boxes and I personally love them. They are taggable, sortable, and can easily be added to your calendar. Screenshot here.
30Boxes To Do Lists
Just a quick note that we launched to do lists on 30 Boxes and I personally love them. They are taggable, sortable, and can easily be added to your calendar. Screenshot here.
And The Rains Came
It has essentially rained for one month–every day except for maybe one. This has put a damper on my biking where there are already motivational issues. I was able to coax myself into grinding out the Alpine Dam loop in
And The Rains Came
It has essentially rained for one month–every day except for maybe one. This has put a damper on my biking where there are already motivational issues. I was able to coax myself into grinding out the Alpine Dam loop in
Legalese
I stumbled across this gem that I shared before I started posting online. It is an actual excerpt from a lease that we had: Two Fold Photos acknowledges and understands that the term “Prime Lease� referred to in the Master
Legalese
I stumbled across this gem that I shared before I started posting online. It is an actual excerpt from a lease that we had: Two Fold Photos acknowledges and understands that the term “Prime Lease� referred to in the Master
30 Boxes – DNS Update
Anyone having issues trying to access 30boxes.com – we made some DNS changes and all should be resolved shortly. Thanks for your patience. Update – things should be back to normal 🙂
30 Boxes – DNS Update
Anyone having issues trying to access 30boxes.com – we made some DNS changes and all should be resolved shortly. Thanks for your patience. Update – things should be back to normal 🙂
25k/50k ~Approximately
It is an adrenaline fueled Monday, and only that adrenaline is keeping from finding some nice sofa to recline upon. I completed another epic back-to-back: shuffling 14-15 or so on Saturday evening and then backing that up with a 31
25k/50k ~Approximately
It is an adrenaline fueled Monday, and only that adrenaline is keeping from finding some nice sofa to recline upon. I completed another epic back-to-back: shuffling 14-15 or so on Saturday evening and then backing that up with a 31
Cingular’s New Rebate – WTF!
I recently picked up a styling new Cingular 2125 phone and officially switched from ATT service to Cingular even though they are the same company. After discounts and a “rebate” it was very reasonably priced. Rebates in general give me
Cingular’s New Rebate – WTF!
I recently picked up a styling new Cingular 2125 phone and officially switched from ATT service to Cingular even though they are the same company. After discounts and a “rebate” it was very reasonably priced. Rebates in general give me
SXSW
First of all, Julie and I made it official about two weeks ago! Upon returning, I made it to Austin for the first time for the interactive portion of SXSW and it was by far the funnest/coolest conference I’ve ever
SXSW
First of all, Julie and I made it official about two weeks ago! Upon returning, I made it to Austin for the first time for the interactive portion of SXSW and it was by far the funnest/coolest conference I’ve ever
Back on the Bike
With Wildflower starting to loom like the beginning of Spring, I dusted off the bike and suffered for more than 3 hours today. I have a recurring fantasy that I will actually feel good on a ride one day but
Back on the Bike
With Wildflower starting to loom like the beginning of Spring, I dusted off the bike and suffered for more than 3 hours today. I have a recurring fantasy that I will actually feel good on a ride one day but
It’s Official
I was accepted into the West Highland Way Race. Entry number 100 (I hope that is a good sign!) Hmmm, I guess that means this is for real [gasp].
It’s Official
I was accepted into the West Highland Way Race. Entry number 100 (I hope that is a good sign!) Hmmm, I guess that means this is for real [gasp].
Back to Back #2
First of all, I sent my application in to the West Highland Way. It is old school, by mail, so I guess it will be real when I see my name on the website. Now, the last two days were
Back to Back #2
First of all, I sent my application in to the West Highland Way. It is old school, by mail, so I guess it will be real when I see my name on the website. Now, the last two days were
30 Boxes API
Just a small announcement. We have opened up the API for 30 Boxes. My hunch is that it will start slowly and gather a lot of momentum. Very exciting. Any and all developers, start creating!
30 Boxes API
Just a small announcement. We have opened up the API for 30 Boxes. My hunch is that it will start slowly and gather a lot of momentum. Very exciting. Any and all developers, start creating!
Domain Name Games
I guess it is some sign of success that there is already squatting going on for domain names similar to 30boxes. Some company going by 86 Systems has gobbled up the numbers 28,29 and 31. Have a look at the
Domain Name Games
I guess it is some sign of success that there is already squatting going on for domain names similar to 30boxes. Some company going by 86 Systems has gobbled up the numbers 28,29 and 31. Have a look at the
Of Techcrunch, Bubbles, and Web2.0
Techcrunch #5 was even bigger than #3 — nearly 400 people on about as miserable a day as you can find in Northern California. Lots of recap on the event from the big bloghonchos in attendance: Arrington, Scoble, Clavier, Winer,
Of Techcrunch, Bubbles, and Web2.0
Techcrunch #5 was even bigger than #3 — nearly 400 people on about as miserable a day as you can find in Northern California. Lots of recap on the event from the big bloghonchos in attendance: Arrington, Scoble, Clavier, Winer,
Joel Spolsky and Cursory Journalism
Joel on Software recently lumped and panned a lot of the new calendar apps. He’s entitled to his own opinion. I just take issue with the lack of thoroughness with which some people approach writing articles. Joel, if you had
Joel Spolsky and Cursory Journalism
Joel on Software recently lumped and panned a lot of the new calendar apps. He’s entitled to his own opinion. I just take issue with the lack of thoroughness with which some people approach writing articles. Joel, if you had
30 Boxes Launch – Vlogged!
After far too much hype we turned 30 Boxes live today. This little clip about sums it up. Requires Quicktime with the H264 codec, so if you get an error or can’t see anything. Go download it. Play Video. With
30 Boxes Launch – Vlogged!
After far too much hype we turned 30 Boxes live today. This little clip about sums it up. Requires Quicktime with the H264 codec, so if you get an error or can’t see anything. Go download it. Play Video. With
30 Boxes – “Saving the Date” Seminar
We had an informal session on calendaring yesterday. Tom Hawk has a lengthy (and flattering) write-up. Digg it!
30 Boxes – “Saving the Date” Seminar
We had an informal session on calendaring yesterday. Tom Hawk has a lengthy (and flattering) write-up. Digg it!
30 Boxes Countdown
If all goes well, we plan to launch a beta on February 5. This will be an old school beta meaning the product will perform and look mostly primetime but we hope to get your feedback and will be adding
30 Boxes Countdown
If all goes well, we plan to launch a beta on February 5. This will be an old school beta meaning the product will perform and look mostly primetime but we hope to get your feedback and will be adding
Back to Back
I logged my first decent back-to-back workout. On Wednesday I clicked off 9-10 miles and then 24 hours later I took the early ferry from Tiburon to downtown SF and ran all the way back (20+ miles). The highlight was
Back to Back
I logged my first decent back-to-back workout. On Wednesday I clicked off 9-10 miles and then 24 hours later I took the early ferry from Tiburon to downtown SF and ran all the way back (20+ miles). The highlight was
Where Do I Start?
After a good long break (mental and physical), I am gearing up for 2006. Right now, there are two items on the docket: Wildflower Long Course and the big one, the West Highland Way Race (nearly 100 miles across Scotland!)
Where Do I Start?
After a good long break (mental and physical), I am gearing up for 2006. Right now, there are two items on the docket: Wildflower Long Course and the big one, the West Highland Way Race (nearly 100 miles across Scotland!)
Aggressive Bulk Mail Filters
I found this amusing. My Yahoo! Mail account put a Yahoo! Events email into bulk mail. Doh!
Aggressive Bulk Mail Filters
I found this amusing. My Yahoo! Mail account put a Yahoo! Events email into bulk mail. Doh!
30 Boxes – Aw Shucks
I am happy that our demo was able win praise from Om. We have done some other well-received previews as well. But, in general, hype makes me nervous. Having spent many years building a large web business, it is long
30 Boxes – Aw Shucks
I am happy that our demo was able win praise from Om. We have done some other well-received previews as well. But, in general, hype makes me nervous. Having spent many years building a large web business, it is long
Rocketboom Covers CES
Further evidence that Amanda and Andrew are breaking new ground in the field of news meets entertainment. 5 days a week. CES Dueling Banjos Amplify this post: related | bookmark it! | digg it!
Rocketboom Covers CES
Further evidence that Amanda and Andrew are breaking new ground in the field of news meets entertainment. 5 days a week. CES Dueling Banjos Amplify this post: related | bookmark it! | digg it!
FOX Pulls Reunion
After investing 9 episodes of time into the FOX series Reunion they have pulled it because of mediocre ratings. I liked the show, it was like 24 as a murder mystery soap opera and it had a very good hook
FOX Pulls Reunion
After investing 9 episodes of time into the FOX series Reunion they have pulled it because of mediocre ratings. I liked the show, it was like 24 as a murder mystery soap opera and it had a very good hook
Wayfaring – Vlog Maps!
I mentioned the slick Google map creator Wayfaring when they launched. Now the community is starting to build some funky stuff. Check out this annotation of vlogs to a map in NYC. That is pretty cool and opens the door
Wayfaring – Vlog Maps!
I mentioned the slick Google map creator Wayfaring when they launched. Now the community is starting to build some funky stuff. Check out this annotation of vlogs to a map in NYC. That is pretty cool and opens the door
Yahoo! Mail Beta – needs work!
I have been playing with the beta for Yahoo! Mail and it sure does look nice. The responsiveness, however, to put it nicely, sucks. It takes 10-15 seconds everytime it loads which is pretty much a show stopper right there.
Yahoo! Mail Beta – needs work!
I have been playing with the beta for Yahoo! Mail and it sure does look nice. The responsiveness, however, to put it nicely, sucks. It takes 10-15 seconds everytime it loads which is pretty much a show stopper right there.
More About 30 Boxes
It would seem that our little project is generating a fair amount of interest (we’ve had more than 200 people sign up to beta test an entirely vague product!) despite a paucity of details. We are decidedly not in “stealth
More About 30 Boxes
It would seem that our little project is generating a fair amount of interest (we’ve had more than 200 people sign up to beta test an entirely vague product!) despite a paucity of details. We are decidedly not in “stealth
Santa Clara County – 2005
I got a parking ticket on the Stanford campus yesterday. It is the end of 2005 and the geographical epicenter of Silicon Valley, Santa Clara County, does not yet have a setup where you can pay your ticket online! WTF.
Santa Clara County – 2005
I got a parking ticket on the Stanford campus yesterday. It is the end of 2005 and the geographical epicenter of Silicon Valley, Santa Clara County, does not yet have a setup where you can pay your ticket online! WTF.
Om’s Bloganomics
Om Malik has posted some speculative valuations in extending his argument that unique users are worth $38 a piece based on recent acquisitions. First of all, companies are generally bought for revenue potential. Someone produce the document that shows Weblogs,
Om’s Bloganomics
Om Malik has posted some speculative valuations in extending his argument that unique users are worth $38 a piece based on recent acquisitions. First of all, companies are generally bought for revenue potential. Someone produce the document that shows Weblogs,
Weights and Measures: Flickr vs. Photobucket
[Full disclosure: I was a founder of Webshots, and actively engaged in building the core product until the beginning of 2005 when I finished up my tenure with CNET experimenting with things like the shoebox. Since August, I have been
Weights and Measures: Flickr vs. Photobucket
[Full disclosure: I was a founder of Webshots, and actively engaged in building the core product until the beginning of 2005 when I finished up my tenure with CNET experimenting with things like the shoebox. Since August, I have been
Prudential: She’s Worth $43,461
Per year. In this month’s Fortune Magazine which features “The 50 Most Powerful Women in Business”, Prudential is running an ad that is a marvel of insensitivity, the least of which is feeding one’s fears of losing a loved one!
Prudential: She’s Worth $43,461
Per year. In this month’s Fortune Magazine which features “The 50 Most Powerful Women in Business”, Prudential is running an ad that is a marvel of insensitivity, the least of which is feeding one’s fears of losing a loved one!
Aches and Pains
I have been taking it easy since the adventure race, figuring that this has already been an activity filled year. Rest is actually quite perilous! After a couple of weeks in Europe, I have discovered that I now weigh a
Aches and Pains
I have been taking it easy since the adventure race, figuring that this has already been an activity filled year. Rest is actually quite perilous! After a couple of weeks in Europe, I have discovered that I now weigh a
No Soap, Radio! 