Tesco’s Smoke Generating Security Equipment
Posted 28/07/2009 – 8:45 pm in: ServicesIf you saw this mysterious sign and felt like the confused person in it, you are not alone… Tesco is now using a security system which generates fog to confuse thieves during a burglary. The sign says that Tesco can’t accept responsibility for any injuries caused by illegal entry which immedialty makes you think that [...]
No Comments | Tags: burglary, security, smoke, tescoGoCar- GPS guided tours
Posted 14/05/2009 – 11:14 pm in: ServicesIf you are a tourist, visiting a new place, you can now drop your map and take a ride on GoCar yellow 3 wheelers… A human voice will tell you where to go as well as information about what is around you and some jokes… This service is currently available in Barcelona, Lisbon, Miami, San [...]
1 Comment | Tags: GPS, Guided tours, LisbonGoogle Street View is here to stay.
Posted 14/04/2009 – 10:53 pm in: ServicesGoogle street view is a revolutionary service which enables you to see panoramic photos of streets in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Spain, Australia, New Zealand and Japan (and the list is growing as this article is being written…) Many people has raised their concerns over Google Street view, mainly [...]
2 Comments | Tags: google, street view, technologyFree newspaper anyone?
Posted 24/02/2009 – 10:50 pm in: ServicesI have recently seen this ad in free newspapers like Metro and Lite. Commuters are now being asked to recycle the newspaper they get for free. I think this is quite absurd and calling the wrong people to order. The responsibility for all this newspaper mess is on the publishers. How many free newspapers do [...]
No Comments | Tags: commuters, environment, free newspaper, recycle, tflA cheerful tube journey?
Posted 07/02/2009 – 1:47 am in: ServicesTraveling on the tube is usually a painful experience, especially during rush hours. When the platform is really full with people, I have noticed that the tone of voice of the staff can get quite aggressive. They shout at you “stay behind the yellow lines”, “let passenger leave the train first” and then they also [...]
No Comments | Tags: journey, sardin-packed, tube