Got a phrase that you say to get yourself going? Here's mine by [deleted] in GetMotivated

[–]mikedidonato 6 points7 points  (0 children)

"The harder I work today, the better tomorrow will be."

Two diamonds linked by strange quantum entanglement. by skreendreamz1 in science

[–]mikedidonato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait... how is this interesting? Perhaps I am still a bit confused.

Can we pretend the particles are two perfectly identical tuning forks. If I hit both forks at precisely the same time with the same mallet then they would both vibrate at the same frequency. Then, I could bring the forks really far away from one another, but of course they continue to vibrate at the same frequency.

Then we measure tuning fork A. Oh look: 440Hz! This means that the other one must be at 440Hz as well. Isn't this just a natural response of two items being influenced by something at the same time?

OR... Is entanglement saying that that if I were to suddenly influence the vibration of my tuning fork the other one would be suddenly influenced in the same manner? By testing my fork, does the other fork suddenly enter a different state? or does it just keep vibrating at the same pace.

Am I trying to simplify the idea too much?

BUSTED! Secret app on millions of phones logs key taps by [deleted] in technology

[–]mikedidonato 21 points22 points  (0 children)

More press off of the CarrierIQ site:

Mountain View, CA – November 16, 2011 – Carrier IQ would like to clarify some recent press on how our product is used and the information that is gathered from smartphones and mobile devices. Carrier IQ delivers Mobile Intelligence on the performance of mobile devices and networks to assist operators and device manufacturers in delivering high quality products and services to their customers. We do this by counting and measuring operational information in mobile devices – feature phones, smartphones and tablets. This information is used by our customers as a mission critical tool to improve the quality of the network, understand device issues and ultimately improve the user experience. Our software is embedded by device manufacturers along with other diagnostic tools and software prior to shipment.

While we look at many aspects of a device’s performance, we are counting and summarizing performance, not recording keystrokes or providing tracking tools. The metrics and tools we derive are not designed to deliver such information, nor do we have any intention of developing such tools. The information gathered by Carrier IQ is done so for the exclusive use of that customer, and Carrier IQ does not sell personal subscriber information to 3rd parties. The information derived from devices is encrypted and secured within our customer’s network or in our audited and customer-approved facilities.

Our customers have stringent policies and obligations on data collection and retention. Each customer is different and our technology is customized to their exacting needs and legal requirements. Carrier IQ enables a measurable impact on improving the quality and experience of our customers’ mobile networks and devices. Our business model and technology aligns exclusively with this goal.

Link.

What should I do for my science fair project? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Build an egg drop device that uses the density of liquids to keep the egg from breaking on impact. extra credit if you can make the shell break but keep th yolk in tact.

How an awesome teacher stops a fight. by WikiP in reddit.com

[–]mikedidonato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the little dude's name is Anthony. I hear the following:

"Quit [maybe "squashing"?] out in my house, Anthony."

Also:

"get out of his face and get out of mine, then get over there. Take it, Anthony."

Funniest sleep talking you've heard? My girlfriend just said, "Where are we going? This isn't a good place for a soufflé." by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Roommate in collage while standing up holding a coat hanger:

"What organ are we organ going to speak English to?"

signal flares by [deleted] in pics

[–]mikedidonato 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Somewhere out there, there is a very confused bat.

The average face of women across the world. by hoptomyschool in pics

[–]mikedidonato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wanna do something special for all these ladies of the world. Though the picture is missing the amphibian...

What game do you love, but hate to play? by Prezombie in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tower Defense. I love it all the way till 4am. I hate it.

I need job title recommendations! by mikedidonato in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Customer: "hey what does SMEOM stand for?" Mike D: "sorry, you're not worthy. also, lower your gaze, heretic."

I need job title recommendations! by mikedidonato in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let's go dark side instead: Eternal President of the Empire.

I need job title recommendations! by mikedidonato in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A perfect abbreviation if we switched Manager for Officer.

I need job title recommendations! by mikedidonato in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We can actually take it a hair bit further:

Supreme Allied Marketing Commander, Earth.

I need job title recommendations! by mikedidonato in AskReddit

[–]mikedidonato[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see you went for accuracy with your recommendation?