What’s On My Mind: Unique, Spontaneous, and Original blog posts by C5

As For Me And My House, We Will Save On Lights

by Cecile Cinco

Does the portion of the title ring a bell? For some, it might. It originally said, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord,” which is quoted by Joshua before his death. Continue reading »

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Memory….Like The Shadow Of My Mind…

by Cecile Cinco

…or it can be better especially when we are ageing towards committing more senior moments! Besides, even if we have photographic memories, we have no way or printing them to share to others, nor can it be proof to any court.
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The Good And The Bad Of XBox 360

by Cecile Cinco

From the ages of Atari, xbox 360 is what dominates the gaming world in the homes of every computer game addict today. Just like any other man-made stuff, human nature dictates what he likes or dislikes. More often than not, the will is great to get hold of it and when he’s gotten hold of it, makes use of it to the maximum as if there is no more tomorrow.

Below are some of the good and bad aspects of owning an xbox 360. Let me start with the bad. Note that the list are just some and they just popped in my mind at the moment of writing. Continue reading »

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I So Much Love Coffee I Can Drink Just Before Bedtime

by Cecile Cinco

Many of you who do know me are also aware of my love for coffee. I used to take about ten mugs a day and I know that is a little too much especially on the budget. I have lessened my intake to about 6 mugs but it will give me some headache…so I’ll drink another mug and my headache will disappear. Continue reading »

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What Made You Buy Your Home Theater?

by Cecile Cinco

Back when I was tinkering with electronic stuff to build my own FM stereo from designing to etching to soldering and finally, testing, 70 watts per channel was considered boombastic…and that was in ‘85.  Baffles would be a meter high and the sound was just great…at least for the current standard then. Continue reading »

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Radios Can Be Eco-Friendly

by Cecile Cinco

I recall the first time I assembled an AM radio back in 1985. It was exciting because I got to understand the schematic diagram and design my own plastic circuit board (PCB). As long as it meets the demands of the schematic diagram and parts do not criss-cross, then you’re ok. Continue reading »

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Capturing The Bus Passengers

by Cecile Cinco

Here where I live, there are several bus companies you can rely on to bring you to different directions. One thing in common, though, is having “video on board” as part of their come-on. If not a movie, it will be the TV that is on. Continue reading »

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Laser Engraving Machine: Simply Beaming

by Cecile Cinco

You have probably heard of laser engraving machines, but how does it work and what can it do?

Basically, it follows the design you have by means of a laser beam, thus, the real work you have to do is the design itself. Everything else is computerized.

What materials can be used and what applications? Continue reading »

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How To Make Sure You Are Getting The Most Out Of Enzyme Supplements

by Cecile Cinco

Enzymes are naturally produced by our bodies but as we age, we get deficient in producing enzymes. Commercial enzyme supplements vary and are taking the interest of the public especially the health conscious but how can you be sure that what you are buying is actually beneficial to your body?

Systemic oral enzyme is agreed to be of the same importance as the multivitamins you take daily, which takes care of the delaying or preventing most common age-related maladies today.

Enzymes, though, are very fragile. Continue reading »

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Your GSM

by Cecile Cinco

In 2000, one of my brothers-in-law gave us an old mobile phone. It’s one of those jurassic phones, as we call it. I’m not sure of the model but I think it was Motorola and it was about an inch and a half thick, about 7 inches long and 2 inches wide. It had a digital display where the numbers you punch in are reflected in red. You pull the 4-inch antenna when you have to use it. The charger is about 3 inches square and an inch high. The battery is half the phone which occupies the back. You make the phone stand on the charger slot to have it charged which lasted only for about 3 hours, and as the battery weakened over time, you have to have it charged while you’re talking with someone. Continue reading »

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Wireless Communication Trend

by Cecile Cinco

Did you know that it was in 1887 that radio waves was first detected by Heinrich Hertz using a Spark Gap Transmitter? When he was asked about the impact it could have to the future, he claimed it would be of no importance.

It was in 1893 when Nikola Tesla transmitted radio waves. In 1897 Gugleilmo Marconi was awarded patent for improving the transmission of electrical impulses. A year later, in 1898, Tesla awed the ignorant by demonstrating a remote-controled boat which, his audience thought, was moved by his mind. Continue reading »

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The Pen PC Technology

by Cecile Cinco

It used to be just a Hollywood idea. It seems that the sci-fi movies of 3 or 4 decades ago are becoming reality today. Who would thought landing on the moon was possible? How about the whole world being ‘wired’ to each other? Those robot cleaners, I thought I first saw that in cartoons, Richie Rich, when I was less than 10.

Who thought of holograms? Wasn’t it Continue reading »

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