Doritos' Apple iPad Spoof Ad

Introducing the world's first multi-taste interface...

Fastest iPhone Typist

This is a video of the current, fastest known typist on the iPhone. At 83wpm, he rivals most normal keyboardist's typing speeds.

Robocop Fried Chicken Korean Commercial

I loved Robocop as a kid. I had no idea he did fried chicken commercials or that he spoke Korean. Doesn't his diet consist exclusively of apple sauce?

How to Exercise While Sitting at Your Computer

One of the biggest problems of having a desk job (or being a student, generally) is getting time in to exercise. It's especially difficult for people who sit at their desks for long periods of time and code such as programmers. The video below describes some simple ways for exercise-challenged folks to stay fit despite their stationary work pattern.

Also, remember to drink enough water and to take breaks every so often.

From [Wikihow]

Tropicana Artificial Sunlight in Arctic Commericial (Video)

From AdRants:

On January 8, Tropicana brought sunlight to Inuvik in Canada's Northwest Territories which doesn't see any sun for months at a time. A helium balloon emitting 100,000 lumens was lit and floated above the town.

The event has turned into a campaign entitled Brighter Mornings or Brighter Days which will launch[ed] after the Olympic Closing Ceremonies. The campaign will touts the brand's new Tropicana Essentials Orange Juice.

BBDO Toronto cretad the campaign and the spot, "Artic Sun", was directed by Samir Mallal via Film Group, Vancouver and Radke Film Group, Toronto.

(The song is "Great Escape" by Patrick Watson)

Guy dressed as Boba Fett playing Zelda music in the subway

From Legend of Zelda, Ocarina of Time ("The Windmill Song"):

Batman Jokes

Here some recent Batman jokes I found on the internet:

XKCD's Complexion:

and Guitar Battle Batman:

Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Medal Count

Sir Patrick Stewart on Twitter, Emails, and Video-gaming

From modern-gamer.com:

Few voices embody trust and wisdom in the way that Patrick does with ease. In this short interview Sir Patrick Stewart explains his discomfort with Twitter and his fear of gaming. However, I have to say that the way he talks about gaming is the same way we all talk about gaming. But we’ve already taken the step that he fears the most. We’re all of the other side of what he fears and loving every minute.

Jib Jab's 2009 Year in Review: Public Option, Balloon Boy, Tiger Woods

There was never a year like 09!

This year, Jib Jab bids farewell to 2009 and all the memorable events, persons, and milestones in it.

Oryx and Crake Movie, "The Crakers" (Actor's Studio Spoof)

(artwork by Jason Courtney on Perdador)

At the University of British Columbia, I took a class on dystopic literature, ENGL 406. Here's an audio recording of a project I participated in. Each group was to give a presentation on a specific novel from the class. Ours was Margarent Atwood's "Oryx and Crake". [Edit: I played George Lucas. (forgot to say that!)]

We decided to design our presentation based on James Lipton's infamous Inside the Actor's Studio. For the full script, inspiration behind the project, and prior (cold reading) recordings, see the wiki at oryxandcrake.pbworks.com:

"As an alternative, perhaps we could put together an ensemble spoof of "Inside the Actors Studio" (or some derivative of it). This is where the famous interviewer, James Lipton, asks a series of pertinent questions to actors who portray certain characters in recent film projects (much like an interview on Jay Leno, Conan O'Brien, or David Letterman). Each one of us could take part in the Actors Studio in some way (depending on one's inclinations), write a short script, and produce answers to specific questions. It'd be very interesting to consider the difficulties of creating an Oryx and Crake movie, and so some one (say, playing the role of the director/screenwriter/producer) could also mention that."

More Info:
Oryx and Crake (Wikipedia Entry)
Oryx and Crake (Official Site)

For anyone not familiar with Inside the Actors Studio:
Honoring James Lipton
Will Farrel Spoof

Rehearsal Recordings:

1. First Rehearsal (coldreading, Friday March 27th): http://oryxandcrake.pbwiki.com/f/VOC001.mp3

2. George Lucas Soundtest: George Lucas Soundtest.mp3

3. Second Rehearsal: (refined script, Sunday March 29th): Second Recording.mp3 
4. Inside the Actor's Studio Theme Song: Inside the Actors Studio.mp3

5. Final Version (volume leveled and edited with theme song intro, outro, and simulated applause): oryxitas.mp3


James Lipton (Interviewer) : Joel Bain
George Lucas (Director, Producer, Screenwriter): Patrick Soon
Joaquin Phoenix (Jimmy): Jon Newell
Chloe Sevigny (Crake): Ruth Warren

Amazing Architecture: Visions of South Korea's Future

Fast Company recently posted a set of photos and video showing a glimpse of South Korea's next wave of futuristic architecture. The designs resemble those in Dubai: fanciful and futuristic. See the original post on Design Boom for more photos and descriptions.

'Beautiful Minds' by MAD: looks like a giant mold spore--very alien.

Mario Kart Love Song Video

If you've ever played Mario Kart--on any Nintendo system--you'll understand the hype behind blinktwice4y's newest youtube video. Geeks, gamers, and nerds love him and his heartfelt lyrics combined with Jason Mraz-like voice. The song is a tribute to all Mario Kart lovers. For me, the song adds a whole new level of characterization to Mario. All along, it just seemed like he was protecting the princess out of civic duty. But now, I'll forever think of the two as "star"-crossed lovers. Nintendo should make a tv ad from the song with gameplay scenes of Mario and the Princess racing together.



It's a wonder how the song sounds like a serious (and almost broken-hearted) love song, yet can bring smiles to any Mario Kart fan because of the ingenious lyrcs:

V1:
You be my princess
I'll be your toad
I'll follow behind you
on rainbow road
Protect you from red shells
wherever we go
I promise.

V2:
Noone will touch us
if we pick up a star
If you spin out
you can ride in my car
When we slide together
we generate sparks
in our wheels and our hearts

Chorus:
The finish line
is just around the bend
I'll pause this game
so our love will never end
Let's go again

V3:
The blue shell is coming
so I'll go ahead
If you hang behind
it'll hit me instead
but never look back
cause I'm down but not dead
I'll catch up to you

Bridge:
Don't worry about
Bowser or DK
Eat this glowing mushroom
and they'll all fade away

Chorusx2

to the mushroom cup
and the flower cup
and the star cup
and the reverse cup

walalalalala
walalalalalawaluigiiiiii

The Office Theme In Mario Paint

This is priceless! The song is already so great, but in Mario Paint, a game I used to have, it borders on the 9th symphony's epic-ness. To get the The Office theme song ringtone, click here.

15 Ways to Hack Your Brain For A Better Life

Science has come a long way with the scientific studies that are some common now in the universities of the world. Every day, we hear of how some study has linked a certain food group or aspect of living that is more conducive to a better lifestyle. For those who wish to better their mental well-being, and specifically how to increase their mental capacities for better performance on daily tasks, studying for tests, and memory, here are 15 ways you can 'hack' your brain for a better life.

The most interesting method in the article to hack one's brain was 'Surfing The Net':

7. Surf the Net: Net-addicts unite! We’ve known it all along, and now we’ve been proven right. A recent study at the University of California Los Angeles found that searching the web stimulated centers in the brain that controlled decision-making and complex reasoning. A simple task like searching the web appears to enhance brain circuitry. Brain scans showed that much more of the brain was activated by internet use than by simply reading a book. Not to mention, there are all sorts of lovely online brain teasers and games on the web, just waiting to make you smarter. And here’s the clincher: the more you surf, the more your brain works.

[Brainz] via [Digg]

Automated Robot Bartender in Lincoln Nebraska Tops Off Glasses, Begs for Tips

I have a photo here of a rental van in Brisbane, Australia that says, "Liquor was invented to keep the Irish from ruling the world". Here, however, is a metal manufacturer's robot pouring drinks and begging for tips of the factory's employees. While the rest of mankind becomes inebriated and generous, the robot plans world domination.



We are their masters now, but one day we will pour their drinks. [Engadget]

Awesome Mario Brothers Theme Song Acapella

This group does a really cool acapella version of the Mario Bros Theme Song we all know and love, includes hilarious acting!

Gates & Seinfeld 2nd Windows Ad Installment, "People Connecting"

Building off the success (cough cough) of their first ad, Gatesfeld is back at it again, proving how awkwardness most succinctly and accurately depicts the Windows experience. Engadget seems to like it more than the 1st one. It's funnier.

280,951 Post-its

EepyBird's Sticky Note experiment from Eepybird on Vimeo.

Bill Gates and Jerry Seinfeld Microsoft Ad

The first collaborative Microsoft ad by Bill Gates and Jerry Seinfeld doesn't make sense. In fact, it's a real gong show. The jokes don't just fall dead, the never pick up wind in the first place. Don't get me wrong, I really like Vista. There are some usability issues and compatibility issues for those using older hardware, but it's not that bad. This ad, I'm sure, just tickles those in the marketing department at Apple. The world over is completely slack-jawed: