Kobe, Ni Hao Ma?

Wo Hen Hao, Ni Nuh? 

Loose translation..in China, Kobe is God.  OK, maybe not God, but they sure do treat him like royalty over there.   Basketball has gained so many fans in China, and now Kobe fans can rejoice.  Their superstar Kobe Bryant has agreed to write a blog for the Chinese website at SINA.com.    Why is Kobe so popular in China?  Because he is a martial arts master on his spare time.  Well, no, but we've all seen him on the court.  Anyone know how to say Mamba in Mandarin?

Read more:  http://kb24.com/news/295

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Hoop Dreams

I'm a little late to the game in terms of jumping on the Hulu wagon.   But I am totally digging the content offered on Hulu.com, this is fantastic! 

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Broken Ankles! Kobe breaks it down for you.

http://www.notmybrokenankles.com

Do you need ankle insurance?

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Coraline opens February 6, 2009!

So excited to watch this!  Explore the site and learn more about the movie: http://www.coraline.com/ 
  

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New Knick-knacks for 2009

OK so this week is notorious for tech-lovers because the hype is centered around all the newest releases and products announced at MacWorld and the Consumer Electronics Show.

While it's definitely a plus to be able to check out these massive shows in person, just because you can get a better feel for things when you're up close and personal, thank goodness for blogs, internet, and real-time coverage for those who can't make it.

So many innovative products have been introduced for 2009, I love the path of technological advancements.  It's amazing what we can come up with.  It doesn't take much to impress me though, I'm a sucker for gadgets and knickknacks.

Here are a few that have caught my eye so far, we'll see what else comes up as my eyeballs surf the net.

1.  Swiss Army Knife
It's not just a Swiss Army Knife.  This is like the Yeti of Swiss Armi Knives. Forget the traditional scissors, blade, and nailfile, this baby's got a removable 32GB USB flashdrive.  Yeah, seriously up to 32GB!  I didn't even realize they had that capacity for flashdrives yet. 

2. Palm Pre
This bad boy's getting a lot of hype, and well-deserved.   Maybe iPhone will meet its match?  The Palm Pre is their snazzy new phone with a WebOS platform (heaven for web developers), kick-ass UI, and comes with a wireless charger.  So, can we think of it as a mini-mini-laptop with phone capabilities (maybe?)  One of our dear friends works at Palm so this is even better news!  This is definitely worth keeping on your radar.  A lot of people are disappointed to learn they are tied with Sprint, maybe the only drawback.

3. LG Watchphone
When I learned they were coming out with this I immediately had the urge to drive out to the corner of 11th and Hope (wherever really, the intersection doesn't matter), and whisper into my watchphone about my coordinates, and pretend I am some important super-hero.  Someone mentioned to me, like Dick Tracy?  Oh, yeah, sort of like that.  Anyway, it's probably not the most ideal phone for people, but it's pretty wicked.  I think the face looks really clean, and doesn't look as bulky as I thought it would be. 

     

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Slam Dunk - Who's 4th?

Go to NBA.com/dunk to vote for the 4th participant of the Slam Dunk contest NBA All-Star Weekend.

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Random Fact:  Did you know Joe Alexander was born in Taiwan?  A man who can speak in foreign tongue AND play ball?  That's hotness..




Rudy is pretty funny.  Vota!




And Russell Westbrook, former Bruin (hey, I'm from LA, can't help that)




Who's strong enough to take on Dwight??

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Now Playing on My Headphones

I've got mixed feelings about this one.   I'm not like the biggest Eminem fan in the world, but I can't deny I have his older albums in my iPod collection. 
What do you guys think of his new track feat. Dre & 50?



"Every verse, every line, as simple as nursery rhymes
Its elementary. The elephants have entered the room.
I venture to say with the same repetition is true
Not to mention back with a vengeance and hit the signal
Of the bat symbol. The platinum dude is back on you hoes."

Hmm... I dunno, I'd have to say I'm not feeling the lyrics but I have a feeling this could fly mainstream. 

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Here's a song I'm digging on right now though it's not new, Lupe grows on me more everyday.  I was once told he is a 'lyrical genius' by a diehard fan.



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And because I grew up on R&B, here's my props to Jamie Foxx for his new song "Just Like Me"  It reminds me of Tyrese (kind of, sort of, not really) with a little bit of RKelly/Ray-J rhythm.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5gZuMtk1yk

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Here's an oldie but goodie Chris Brown, but one that hasn't been like played out on the radio (yet).  



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And last but definitely not least, I can't go without at least one, two, three Kanye tracks.


 

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Blu Ray update

OK, so Samsung had to come out with something to outdo the Blu Ray player I just bought.  Although, I'm not sure if I feel the new design, it may be slimmer, but it looks really wide.  Maybe it's the angle of the camera?  (via engadget.com)

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Blu Ray Rocks My Socks

Over the holidays, the best gift I got, was actually one I got for myself.  I was coasting through Cost Co with a friend, and low and behold, for a limited time only, a Blu Ray player for only $179, HDMI cable-included.   It's no PS3, but it's one heck of a deal for Blu Ray.  Plus, it was more of a gift for the entire family (as I can justify it as such), so we can all watch movies in high def together. 

Currently on my shelf: 
Dark Knight
Departed
Sweeney Todd
Pan's Labyrinth

I don't feel like re-buying movies I already have in DVD format - so for now these will do. 
Any recommendations? 

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Loving my Lakers!

Best hustle play of the year. 

(You have to click on the video and watch it in HD to do it justice)



Trevor Ariza, will you marry me?  (hee.)

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