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The Internet[s] The Annual - blatant plug

2011-10-17T15:45:00.001Z

Ok so a friend of mine has a Facebook page and a book ... The Internet[s] The Annual ... this is a blatant plug for it - check it out next tea break :)

ABERRICAN ME ROSS CAPICCHIONI - a true story

2011-10-06T13:06:00.002Z

Some stories really seem to grab you, and this guy really knows how to tell one. Amazing strength and determination.

Part two here.

Wonderputt - definitely above par

2011-10-05T17:47:00.001Z

Just got time for a quick round or two ... Wonderputt ... a great variation on the golfing scene.

Chrome Experiments - lose a day!

2011-10-04T11:00:00.001Z

It's not new ... but there are so many cool ideas and effects here you could lose a day ... Chrome Experiments ... i did warn you!

PeaZip - unzip them all

2010-11-21T21:45:00.001Z

Useful, free and a tiny little app ... PeaZip ... will un-compress almost any file.

Google URL Shortener - mini me

2010-10-08T13:36:00.000Z

If like me you missed it, Google now has a nice little url shortener ... http://goo.gl/ ... a handy tool.

The Sandpit - New York tiltshift video

2010-10-02T15:43:00.001Z

Tiltshift photography makes the world look like a model toy ... The Sandpit ... uses the same trick but with a very cool video of New York.

SketchChair - please be seated

2010-09-17T11:41:00.000Z

I love ideas like this ... SketchChair ... provides free software to create your own flat pack seating. Highly commended work.

Solipskier - downhill all the way (game)

2010-09-14T10:42:00.000Z

Now & then a game likes to break the rules ... Solipskier ... certainly does that. And I think it works ... race down hill as you draw the mountain, cool music too.

Scale - things that make you go hmmm

2010-08-24T09:43:00.000Z

What's the smallest thing you know, how big is the Universe? Just maybe ... Scale ... from PrimaxStudio can help. Very simple, very cool.

Online Convert - all change

2010-08-08T10:35:00.002Z

Getting a lot of good press just now ... Online-ConVert.com ... a free, web based tool that should convert pretty much anything you throw at it.

The Big Picture - moving stills

2010-08-08T10:26:00.001Z

It amazes me that a single image can have more power and emotion than a whole film ... The Big Picture ... has some amazing news based photos. Click beneath an image to see more on each theme.

Snooping Mr Clumsy - timewaster (game)

2010-07-13T10:51:00.000Z

Just a little something to keep you amused with your coffee break ... Snooping Mr Clumsy ... simple and a little addictive.

Live Maps - train track travel

2010-06-28T10:13:00.000Z

I never thought i would find maps interesting but ... Live Map of London Underground ... is a brilliant idea. Would love to see a live version of the original Harry Beck version too.

Incredibox - beat box tastic

2010-06-15T13:43:00.000Z

Amaze and annoy your friends ... Incredibox ... let's you drop the beats with the big boys. Turn it up!

Picrap - bad name good tv

2010-06-15T13:09:00.000Z

Free TV from the states ... Picrap ... streams all your favourites no matter where you live. Can't see this one lasting, so get it while it's hot!

Pixlr - photoshop for free

2010-06-15T13:02:00.000Z

Photoshop a great piece of software, but price means it's rarely an option ... Pixlr ... is a pretty nice alternative. Free, simple to use & runs in your browser.

Default Facebook Pic - 69 alternatives

2010-04-12T15:11:00.000Z

This will keep the Facebook herds amused for a few minutes ... 69 Alternatives to the default Facebook profile pictiure ... does exactly what it says on the tin ... hmmm amusing.

Body Counters - movie stats

2010-04-12T15:02:00.000Z

I think this appeals to the statistics nerd inside me ... bodycounters.com ... provides the dead body total for a lot of movies.

Crazy Go Nuts 2 - get some nuts (game)

2010-02-17T12:20:00.002Z

Simple game, simple fun ... Crazy Go Nuts 2 ... blast 'em nuts!

Map Envelope - pictures for your snail mail

2010-02-12T11:46:00.000Z

I like this idea, but i'm not sure who still sends real post ... Map Envelope ... puts a Google Map location inside your envelope.

ShowMeWhatsWrong.com - a helping hand

2010-02-08T13:01:00.000Z

If you need to help out a friend with computer problems ... ShowMeWhatsWrong.com ... is a pretty clever idea. Watch the video for an idea on how it works.

Web 2.0 Suicide Machine - get your life back

2010-02-06T22:57:00.000Z

Normally i wouldn't recommend suicide ... Web 2.0 Suicide Machine ... will remove you from all those sites that take up too much of your precious time.

TVGorge.com - tv without borders

2010-02-06T22:29:00.000Z

Watching TV from the US is usually pretty tricky ... TVGorge.com ... seems to fix that problem. I'm not sure how long it can last, but if you're a fan of US TV then you saw it here first.

4 Differences - stylish spotter (game)

2010-02-04T23:20:00.003Z

Take a simple idea & treat it with style ... 4 Differences ... is a really nice spin on an old idea. If you like it, check out the rest of the series ...

5 Differences
6 Differences

Egg Watchers - better eggs through technology

2010-01-27T17:31:00.003Z

Must resist all egg related jokes ... Egg Watchers ... is a really cute idea. I also like the way they set this up. Crack on guys!

Star Wars Weather Forecast - Some like it Hoth

2010-01-06T15:24:00.002Z

Some times using the force is not enough ... Star Wars Weather Forcast ... don't leave Alderon without it!

Hoshi Saga Ringo - more stars (game)

2010-01-06T12:30:00.001Z

New and forth in the series ... Hoshi Saga Ringo ... i'm a big fan, so was pleased to see this latest addition to these addictive puzzle games. Now with added colour and of course it's all about finding those stars.

Guess The Google - google game

2009-12-14T23:00:00.002Z

A simple guessing game ... Guess The Google ... a nice idea that needs a little work.

Canabalt - run! (game)

2009-12-09T20:55:00.001Z

So simple ... Canabalt ... run!

RainyMood - weather on tap

2009-11-26T22:07:00.002Z

Ok bit of an odd one this but ... RainyMood ... provides a high quality sound loop to help you relax ... go on give it a try.

Wake Up The Box - think outside the box (game)

2009-11-12T20:21:00.001Z

Simple little puzzle game ... Wake Up The Box ... classic physics based puzzle. Nice design and use of graphics.

Boombot - waste some time (game)

2009-11-06T13:28:00.000Z

It might not win any awards but ... Boombot ... will pass the time ... a little adictive and explosive fun (stuck on level 12).

The Digg Reel - must see web tv

2009-11-02T13:15:00.001Z

There's not many sites i visit on a regular basis but ... The Digg Reel ... is my 'must see' web tv. It makes me laugh out load. WARNING: Adult content likely to offend!

DuckHunt - old skool game in browser

2009-10-28T12:13:00.001Z

One for the old skool gamers ... DuckHunt ... was an arcade classic, maybe hard to believe now ... but many hours spent hunting here.

Word Machine - stylish word play

2009-10-22T21:56:00.001Z

Sometimes you need a game to test the old brain cells ... Word Machine ... does that and in a very stylish way. You will need to read the instructions.

Bembo's Zoo - alphabet animals

2009-10-15T10:55:00.001Z

Probably one for the kids, but ... Bembo's Zoo ... can be apprecieted by the older crowd too. Turn letters into animals as if by magic.

Lego.com: Star Wars The Quest For R2-D2 (game)

2009-10-14T18:17:00.001Z

Lego has created some great Star Wars games & now you can play one in your browser ... The Quest For R2-D2 ... state of the art in terms of browser games (you may need to instal a plugin).

iCycle - frozen platfrom fun (game)

2009-10-13T11:09:00.003Z

Here's a cute and pretty little platform game to keep you amused ... iCycle ... has all the usual features and it looks good too.

Mobile Phone Radiation - the truth is out there

2009-10-07T10:45:00.005Z

How much radiation does your mobile/cell emit ... The Envronmental Working Group ... may have the answer. If you use your phone a lot you may want to look at this.

iPhone.
Blackberry.

Bloktonik - time for a game

2009-10-06T21:45:00.000Z

Nice little puzzle game ... Bloktonic ...careful once you grasp the basic rules, things get addictive.

highDEAS - the best ideas while you're high

2009-10-01T22:51:00.002Z

Ok im not condoning drugs, but ... highDEAS ... does make you wonder if all the good stuff is weed inspired.

Notify - Control your Googlemail (mac)

2009-10-01T15:02:00.003Z

If like me you have three or four Googlemail accounts ... Notify ... will be a very useful adition to your mac. Monitor more than one account at the same time.

ReturnMyPants.com - track your precious items.

2009-09-27T12:12:00.001Z

Don't know about you but i'm always lending my pants to strangers ... ReturnMyPants.com ... helps you keep track of all your stuff.

Canufit - packing problem (game)

2009-09-25T12:16:00.002Z

My kind of puzzle game ... Canufit ... pack all the letters into the shapes provided. You have to be pretty precise and speed helps too.

inudge - music making machine

2009-09-24T21:38:00.001Z

Making music is easy ... inudge ... will release your inner popstar.

Walama - green lama drama

2009-09-24T20:52:00.002Z

From time to time i find a site that just defies description ... Walama ... is one of those sites.

www.inbflat.net - musical youtube

2009-09-24T20:39:00.001Z

An interesting alternitive use for Youtube ... www.inbflat.net ... is a sort of musical mixer

www.peopleofwalmart.com - join us

2009-09-20T20:25:00.003Z

Like a lot of human beings ... i like people watching, especially ... www.peopleofwalmart.com ... the crème de la crème of U.S. weird.

Magma - top of the vids

2009-09-08T10:34:00.002Z

Too many videos, not enough time ... Magma ... brings you the hottest of the hot ... in terms of on-line vids.

On The Edge - cube puzzle (game)

2009-09-07T19:52:00.002Z

Nice little puzzle game ... On The Edge ... should keep you puzzled for a while, or you could try it's twin sister ... Bloxorz ... my personal favourite.

ProCon Latte - safe surfing (Firefox Plugin)

2009-09-04T21:05:00.002Z

If you have kids online ... ProCon Latte ... might be useful. Blocking those sites you'd prefer they did not see.

Qwizzly - home of the brain game

2009-09-01T09:52:00.004Z

Occasionally i like my games to be a little more taxing ... Qwizzly ... will provide you with some interesting word puzzles.

Q-Block - pixel art

2009-08-31T11:22:00.002Z

Cute site of the month award goes to ... Q-Block ... a showcase and creator for pixel art ... give it a spin (click on the models to rotate).

The Reload Bench - on target

2009-08-31T11:11:00.003Z

Unusual idea ... The Reload Bench ... provides a large number of free rifle & pistol targets to download. So dig out that old sniper rifle & get shooting.

Just in case - click on link

2009-08-24T10:28:00.003Z

Feeling low today?

Then click here ... Who is the cutest?

Pyro II - retro syle (game)

2009-08-23T11:53:00.001Z

Time for a break ... Pyro II ... is a fairly simple game. Bounce the flame around to light the candles. I guess that sums it up ... perfect for coffee time!

Better Gmail 2 - Firefox add on

2009-08-23T11:46:00.005Z

If you're a fan of Gmail like me, you'll love the little extra touches ... Better Gmail 2 ... brings to the game. You'll need to like Firefox too of course ;-)

AltUse - alternative ideas

2009-08-23T11:42:00.003Z

Save money and heal the earth by extending the life of everything you already own. Well that's what the guys at ... AltUse ... claim. Either way an interesting read.

Palindromes Plus - word puzzle (game)

2009-08-21T19:59:00.003Z

How about a nice word puzzle ... Palindromes Plus ... will test your word skills. Let's start with ... what is a Palindrome?

Tarantino's Top 20 Movies - film buffs only

2009-08-17T18:37:00.011Z

Love or hate him ... QT knows movies ... here's his top twenty, see how many you've seen or even heard of.

For full list and more click here.

Silent Conversation - word play (game)

2009-08-15T11:51:00.004Z

I score games in many ways ... and originality always gets points ... Silent Conversation ... is not everyone's cup of tea ... but you won't have played anything like it.

Pixel Grower - twisted tetris (game)

2009-08-06T13:28:00.004Z

A game you'll love or hate ... Pixel Grower ... has it's roots in Tetris but it's an interesting twist on an old idea. Probably me getting old ... but had to turn the music off.

Mac tips - upgrades

2009-07-31T10:25:00.004Z

Change the look of the standard mac 'time & date' info (menu bar top right of screen) ... MagiCal ... lots of options and free.

One other tip: to move items around in the menu bar ... hold down the command button and drag items to where you want them (drag them off to delete).

Splitters 2 - physics tricks (game)

2009-07-30T18:24:00.003Z

Simple but well put together ... Splitters 2 ... has some nice ideas if not that original.

Warp Shot - golf meets portal

2009-07-30T18:18:00.003Z

Ooh do i like this ... Warp Shot ... golf meets Portal. From the very talented team at jmtb02 studios. Only wish you could turn the music off.

Text to MP3 - music to my ears (pc)

2009-07-30T18:05:00.003Z

Recently i was looking for a free way to convert some text into an mp3. Some useful links if you want to do the same.

1. Spesoft
2. Speakonia
3. Ultra Hal

FastFoodMaps.com - interesting stats

2009-07-30T17:54:00.003Z

This site caught my eye ... FastFoodMaps.com ... shows the locations of most of the fast food providers. An interesting way to visualise what you probably already know!

Kisstunes.com - play it again Sam

2009-07-22T11:34:00.002Z

Make a little music with ... Kisstunes.com ... upload it and share. Using your pc keyboard to lay down a track is pretty easy (talent not included).

Red Remover - red, blue, green puzzle (game)

2009-07-17T10:52:00.003Z

My kind of puzzle game ... Red Remover ... a little puzzle, a little physics and just enough problems to keep you playing for more.

Nukeometer - reasons to be cheerful :(

2009-07-17T10:45:00.003Z

Not the most cheerful of sites but ... Nukeometer ... makes you think. How many nuclear weapons does the world need?

MacTubes - very cool tool (mac)

2009-07-17T10:38:00.003Z

We all love Youtube right? Well ... Mactubes ... just made it better. Install this free application to view and download your favourite Youtube videos. Very slick.

The Book Seer - he sees all

2009-07-14T14:19:00.002Z

Nice presentation idea ... The Book Seer ... will help you find books to read. You'll have to tell me how good he is at suggestions.

The Photo Stream - picture surf

2009-07-14T11:47:00.003Z

Cool hunting on the webb ... The photo Stream ... provides a fast and eye catching way to get to the interesting stuff.

Parasite - retro memories (game)

2009-07-13T10:32:00.004Z

Now and then i yearn for the good old days of gaming ... Parasite ... caught my eye because it has that retro feel. A pretty simple platform puzzle ... and not too taxing.

Dangerously Fun - do try this at home

2009-07-13T10:20:00.002Z

Several interesting and let's be honest ... slightly risky experiments from ... Dangerously Fun ... should keep the kids amused .... errr or maybe not.

Whyzz - kids questions

2009-07-13T10:16:00.002Z

Kids often ask the toughest questions ... so ... Whyzz ... tries to offer a little help. My first test was ... why is the sky blue?

Zigmond III - it's a mystery (game)

2009-07-08T12:11:00.004Z

Fancy a cute little puzzle game ... Zigmond III ... should fit the bill. Simple rules soon create complex puzzles. Watch the clock and count your steps to succeed.

Ultrasonic Ringtones - it's for you

2009-07-08T12:06:00.002Z

An interesting little experiment ... Ultrasonic Ringtones ... different ages hear different sounds ... not forgetting the cat or dog.

Fragger - grenades away

2009-07-02T17:28:00.003Z

Not that original but ... Fragger ... is a well put together simple game. Slick enough to keep you coming back for one more go.

Brain Rotting - moterbike madness

2009-06-30T14:42:00.004Z

I don't normally post links like this but ... Brain Rotting ... is a friend of mine and i was so impressed with his 'one man show' that i thought you should take a look.

One man ... a motorbike and South America ... what could possibly go wrong?

Puristic Rotation - shoot 'em up (game)

2009-06-26T17:52:00.002Z

You can't beat a good shoot 'em up ... Puristic Rotation ... might not be the best i've seen, but it has a lot going for it. Very Stylish and hard!

OneMillionGiraffes.com - Giraffe appeal sort of

2009-06-22T21:50:00.003Z

For some reason ... OneMillionGiraffes.com ... needs a million Giraffes ... who am i to deny them that?

Use Boxmen - cute platform game

2009-06-22T11:16:00.002Z

Looking for some light puzzle solving ... Use Boxmen ... might be the answer. Cute animation style platform ... with puzzles that get harder as you go. Nice soundtrack too.

Living Sasquatch - virtual reality

2009-06-21T22:07:00.002Z

An ambitious idea ... Living Sasquatch ... lets you download and create your own virtual monster.

Canvas Boom - art in your browser (firefox)

2009-06-20T11:44:00.003Z

We all like to personalise are stuff ... Canvas Boom ... lets you get creative with your Firefox ... and utilise 'wasted' space.

At the tone - please leave a message

2009-06-16T14:02:00.002Z

Why not send the doc a message ... about your favourite sites or maybe a technical question (here).

Flag Counter - one for the bloggers

2009-06-16T13:58:00.003Z

A nice little counter for your blog or website ... Flag Counter ... shows the nationality of your readers. I've just installed mine in the side bar ... come on you Brits!

Shy Dwarf - an egnima wrapped in a riddle (game)

2009-06-15T18:14:00.003Z

Not sure exactly what it is ... but i like it ... Shy Dwarf ... a sort of puzzle, platform, art piece ... game. Oozing imagination ... have a go ... it's fun.

Flickorama - image eye candy

2009-06-15T17:46:00.004Z

Sometimes it's nice to look at things in a different way ... Flickorama ... let's you do that with Flickr pics ... not sure how useful that is ... but ... ;-)

Steel Panda - two for one (game)

2009-06-13T21:31:00.003Z

Two for the price of one ... Casual Space and Star Beacons ... both by Steel Panda. Similar in style and design, but with slightly different game play ... you gotta like one right?

Cat Gets 100 Stars - meow (game)

2009-06-12T13:14:00.002Z

First glance at ... Cat Gets 100 Stars ... you might think there's not much to it. And indeed it is a simple game ... but can you get those 100 stars? Sneaky!

Turnz - nice puzzle game with a twist

2009-06-12T13:11:00.002Z

A nice simple puzzle game to test your brain power ... Turnz ... is simple to pick up, but tough to beat.

Top Five Meeting Schedulers - book me in!

2009-06-11T16:07:00.008Z

Booking a meeting or event these days is tricky ... we're all sooo busy ... (yea right).

But if you want to take the pain out of the process ... I think I have the solution. Top Five Meeting Schedulers.

CopyPasteCharacter.com - forgotton characters

2009-06-11T15:21:00.003Z

Here's a neat idea ... CopyPasteCharacter.com ... for those times when you can't remember how to find that special symbol ...

Click on the image you want and then paste away.

☝ ♺ Ö ☂ ... genius.

Little Wheel - excelent adventure (game)

2009-06-10T16:03:00.003Z

Now & then i find a game that oozes quality ... Little Wheel ... is one of those games. A 'point & click' adventure worth a visit for the great animation & groovy soundtrack alone. Love it!

IMSDB - film scripts for movie fans

2009-06-09T14:08:00.004Z

The IMSDB or ... The Internet Movie Script Database ... to use the full title ... a site where you can find movie scripts.

My only complaint ... it's a little hard to navigate ... take my word for it the scripts are there. Here's a couple i like ...

Blade Runner
2001: A Space Odyssey

DrawYourDad.com

2009-06-08T20:26:00.003Z

I like sites that have a simple idea at their core ... DrawYourDad.com ... is just that and it made me smile.

Go Home Ball - physices game

2009-06-08T10:26:00.002Z

Physics game ... Go Home Ball ... is a simple enough idea. Guide the ball along the forest path 'til you hit the goal ... easy.

Mac Tip - caps lock off

2009-06-08T10:19:00.004Z

Quick tip for mac users ... if you can't stop hitting the 'caps lock' key ... Tech Recipes ... has simple instructions for turning it off. AT LAST!