My first day in Sweden at the University of Gavle is over and it was a lot of fun -I was amazed to discover that the education system over here is free (even university) and this seems to drive the students to work too. incredible.
I’ve taken a few pictures that were of interest to me. walking to the university this morning and a quick trip to the supermarket
Hey Doer!
The day had an early start and looks like it’ll end late. I’m on the train from Stockholm to Tierp in what feels like the midday sun, bizarre. Weather is hot which made the flight from Copenhagen feel like an edurance competition in a sauna, babies crying in harmony throughout the plane whilst everyone else was drinking to stay alive.
What made the otherwise torturous flights bearable was the knowledge that the entire Derby County first team was sat infront of me in economy, what they lacked in extravagence they made up for in noise.
Back to the trip – Copenhagen was interesting (if the airport is anything to go by) their money had holes in it and I was having a conversation with somebody about why our currency was called Sterling – I don’t actually know but would be interested in finding out. my guesses were the name of a mint or the silver that goes into some of the coins.
After the Manchester – Copenhagen flight saw me on the back row with a great view of someone’s bald spot an little else, I found myself with a window. seat. This did mean no leg room but I managed to get some photos and was amazed by how the clouds all seem to sit at the same height.
I had the latest in McDonalds menu for dinner- the McFeast, although I’d call it the McOnion. – imagine a big mac with an onion on top and half the meat and you wouldn’t be far off!
The train seems pretty good although the airport station is possibly the loneliest place on earth. Trains were on time and spotless, an old lady insisted that I got on first which made me feel very awkward – guess I must look like a foreigner.
The course begins tomorrow at the University of Gavle which should be great, I’m really looking forward to delivering some ‘tricks of the trade’ to the lecturers over the next 5 days.
Right back to the train I go. I have trees to watch.
I’ve been using iPhone 2.0 for a few days now much to my delight, here’s a rundown of my 5 top apps!
5.Phone Saber
Quite frankly this is a perfect example of app design for the iphone.
Yes, it’s a concept app and yes, it’s just a skin for the accelerometer but it is soo much fun.
Now I realise that i’m a grown man and should probably be using the iPhone for serious, business related activities but there is a definite satisfaction from waving your phone around like a jedi and watching the awe/bemusement of friends and onlookers alike. It’s free so go get one, you never know when you might be looking at a duel!
4. Facebook
I know you’re on Facebook too, don’t lie!
I remember thinking how sad Facebook was and that i’d never join up – myspace was where all the cool kids hung out. Then I caved and since then had be clawing back at the life which had been stolen by Facebook and it’s bizarre adictiveness.
Just as I began to feel like a real person again they release an App for the iPhone – it’s jut like the website though…what’s the point?
The point (for me anyway) is the ability to take photos and have them automatically updated on your profile without all the faff of uploading and posting when you get home. Now you can photoblog much more naturally and (i feel an indulgent guilt at saying this) check that your friends are all doing ok while on the move.
3. LifeChurch.tv
Finally a decent free Bible app!
LifeChurch.tv holds (links to) multiple translations so you can read and compare scriptures in different translations without carrying a bag full of books with you. Navigation is clean and simple, there is a nice extra feature in that you can read othr peoples thoughts and musings on every verse which can be interesting (occasionally).
I’m genuinely happy that someone has put this together. I realise that it’d be unfeasible but the only downside to this app is that you require a live internet connection to keep reading (maybe it’s time for the iPhone 3G).
2. Midomi
More of a fun way to kill a bit of time that a useful tool to me this one.
Midomi is a way of finding out the name of that song you’ve got stuck in your head or the track on the radio…but Midomi really comes to life with the “Sing or Hum” feature where you (or your friends) get to do a kareoke style sing-along into your mic, hoping that their song gets recognised.
I tried to get a result for Beastie Boys “Brass Monkey” in my best Mike D impersonation possible and Midomi fed back as GZA (fine) and “Leanne Rimes” (WHAT!?!). I guess practice makes perfect. Lots of fun to be had either way.
1. Super Monkey Ball
Classic, a definite classic. Super Monkey Ball is tuned to perfection, great fun and a fantastic display of just what is possible with…a phone game.
My only issue (and this is no bad word against the game) is that i’m not great at it and although i’ve finished all the levels on the first world it won’t let me pass because yo’ve got to collect every banana and not fall off/run out of time…in 1 go! I guess i’d better get practicing.
This is the only non-free app in my top 5 but well worth a buy!
Another month and another third Thursday means another Canvas, meaning another chance to see some great local Liverpool talent all in one place – magical. See the flyer for more info, i’ll get some photos etc.. up when the night has happened.
![[Canvas Flyer]](http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t196/canvasnight/flyer_outside.jpg)
![[Canvas Flyer - Inside]](http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t196/canvasnight/flyer_inside.jpg)
