Living in the Future

Tag: Ask Rob

  • Things to look for when buying a laptop

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    Rob Attrell

    I’ve bought many computers, and I’ve helped friends shop for many more. They don’t always take my advice, but when I do, they’re generally happiest with the following things: Must Haves 8GB+ of RAM Newest or 2nd newest generation Intel processor More than 1366×768 px display Battery life rated for more than 4 hours (preferably…

  • Attrell Update/Ask Rob – What’s the Deal with Coffee?

    Attrell Update/Ask Rob – What’s the Deal with Coffee?

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    Rob Attrell

    This week on +Attrell Update, I finally get to another #AskRob question from Nick Maddox about coffee. Check it out and ask your own question at http://blog.robattrell.com/askrob. I’m answering these questions as fast as I can! +Stephanie Attrell, when can I expect your next video?? If you want to keep up with these videos, click on…

  • Future Sci Chat #12: GMOs

    Future Sci Chat #12: GMOs

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    Rob Attrell

    This week on Future Chat, we talked about genetically modified organisms, and we tested a more robust way of recording audio. Subscribe via RSS, on iTunes, or on Stitcher Radio to check it out.Future Sci Chat #12: GMOs

  • Attrell Update – Whoops I Made TWO Videos

    Attrell Update – Whoops I Made TWO Videos

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    Rob Attrell

    This week on +Attrell Update, I “accidentally on purpose” made two videos. The first (above) is about how I feel about what feels to me like losing time, and daylight savings time isn’t helping! The second video (below) is about the Rosetta space probe, which this week landed the Philae lander on comet P67, an unprecedented…

  • Ask Rob #2: Ebola

    Ask Rob #2: Ebola

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    Rob Attrell

    This week on Ask Rob I address a question from Maureen about Ebola. It’s a scary disease that’s having its biggest outbreak ever this year. Here are some links where you can check out more information: http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs103/en/ http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/ http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/our-work/medical-issues/ebola http://www.vox.com/2014/10/9/6905347/too-afraid-to-ask-about-ebola-virus-outbreak-symptoms Keep your questions coming at [email protected] or click Ask Me Something on this blog to…

  • Ask Rob #1 – Why do Small Businesses fail?

    Ask Rob #1 – Why do Small Businesses fail?

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    Rob Attrell

    In this inaugural episode of Ask Rob I discuss the failure rates of small businesses, as well as some of the reasons why small businesses might fail. I’ve been very whelmed by the response to Ask Rob so far, some really great questions! Keep them coming at [email protected] or click Ask Me Something on this…

  • Attrell Update – Rob Asks Himself

    Attrell Update – Rob Asks Himself

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    Rob Attrell

    Here’s my +Attrell Update for the week. In this episode I give a little look into my new video series, Ask Rob. To demonstrate just how Ask Rob will work, I give some food for thought about questions that are constantly on my mind. I’ll be taking questions from anybody on the internet, by email, comment…