Epinions Recent Reviews for _Cassandra_

Siemens SL45: mp3+dictaphone+PIM+WAP +much,MUCH more - the Siemens SL45 is THE cellphone to own in 2001!

Mon, 26 Mar 2001 12:43:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - The Siemens SL45 is truly a groundbreaking piece of technology, with only one other phone currently on the market which competes for features (the Samsung SGH-M100). The SL45 has only just appeared on the market here in Australia but is being...

From Hell? It's certainly HOT enough!

Sun, 18 Mar 2001 12:27:59 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Having been a recent convert to all things Swing, I think I shall re-install myself as a contributing Epinions member with a review of the mighty, mighty fine Lee Press-On and the Nails album, Jump Swing from Hell. No-one else has taken a...

A haunting vision of genetic potential on our planet.

Sun, 7 Jan 2001 11:07:25 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - I read Greg Egan's Permutation City over a year ago, but concepts from the book have remained fresh in my mind since - and after having read a review of that book here at Epinions, I was inspired to explore his work further - the most...

Aiptek Pencam Trio Webcam: Can a digital camera this cheap & cheerful actually work?

Tue, 2 Jan 2001 06:13:05 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - You betcha it can! I'd been thinking of buying a cheap digital camera just for fun after having access to several higher end models. It seems the little pocket sized Aiptek Pencam Trio digital camera has been a very popular Christmas present for...

Archived Web Services Reviews: November 15-18 2000: make your voice count on the Planet Project!

Tue, 14 Nov 2000 15:08:26 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - If you've got some spare time, (and if you are reading this I am sure you do!) - why not put yourself down for what looks to be the biggest census in recorded history? There are polls and surveys all over the Internet, but this is truly the mother of...

Edinburgh - Imbued with history and spirit. [write - off]

Sun, 29 Oct 2000 22:51:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Review Topic: OverviewDefining my Favourite International City is a bit of a tough job. I have traveled widely, seen many cities and lived in different parts of the world. As I've settled back down in my home town of Perth, I could certainly...

Science fiction capturing my heart...

Sat, 14 Oct 2000 03:22:12 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - The earth shook with the beat of the rhythm, and the race of the guitar following it. Sheer runs of notes. It was very clever but not facile. It didn't sound like a robot, though it was too brilliant for a human musician. No man could play as quickly...

Like Scrabble? Fancy a fun variation? Try Speed Scrabble!

Sun, 8 Oct 2000 09:21:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - If you enjoy the mental challenge of Scrabble but sometimes find the games take too long or lack the action of competitive card games like snap and cheat… you may enjoy the alternative use of Scrabble tiles in the fun game of Speed...

Bootmen: The Foot Monty!

Wed, 4 Oct 2000 13:46:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Tap Dancing for the masses! Bootmen is an Australian offering in the tradition of such films as Brassed Off and The Full Monty: the standard underdog caught in dead end job about to be made redundant leaving fabulous talent going to waste until...

Heck, I just love John Cusack to bits.

Sat, 30 Sep 2000 13:48:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Whether or not you are a teenager of the 80's, there's something pretty special about One Crazy Summer that leads me to Epine about it today. I grew up on John Hughes, as so many of us did, but this particular movie beats The Breakfast Club et al hands...

Cyberspace : The World in the Wires

Wed, 27 Sep 2000 06:11:39 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Rob Kitchin's book Cyberspace is a great resource for anyone interested in the origins, growth, and psychology of the Internet. It also covers the origins and development of virtual reality (headsets, datagloves etc) but to a lesser degree. This...

Architecture with Heart and Soul

Mon, 25 Sep 2000 14:34:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ -

There is one timeless way of building.

It is thousands of years old, and the same today as it has always been.

The great traditional buildings of the past, the villages and tents and temples in which man...

More Moore for people who don't read comics!

Mon, 25 Sep 2000 07:11:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - This review covers the second volume of Terry Moore's wonderful comic book series, Strangers in Paradise - "I Dream of You". It contains Issues 1-9 of Vol 2 of the comic. For character outlines, a general review of Terry's...

A Comic for People who Don't Read Comics

Mon, 25 Sep 2000 01:38:00 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - What, I hear you cry? A comic? Don't be ridiculous, they're for kids, or people with no life! Not this one. Strangers in Paradise is unlike any other comic out there. It has genuine characterization, incredibly expressive artwork, women who...

Yes! Yes! Ooooooh, Yes! More! More! YES!

Sun, 24 Sep 2000 02:42:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - You know, I feel sorry for you guys in the US of A, I really do. We are fortunate here in the wilds of Down Under to have the most excellent cable show Sex and the City screen on public television! I must admit it surprised the heck out of...

Macromedia Fireworks: Blinded by the Sparks

Sun, 24 Sep 2000 00:42:33 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Of all the web authoring tools available, the one I use most is Fireworks 3. I have not found another program that streamlines the process of producing sophisticated tables this well. It makes it so easy, I would even recommend it to novice web builders...

Hedonism! Wild Outfits! Groovy Vibes! and music?

Sat, 23 Sep 2000 03:56:58 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - have been to the famous Glastonbury Festival on two occasions - once in 1994 and then again in 1995. I'm sure it has changed in the years since, but they were both very memorable festivals so I will share my experiences with you - I'll begin with 1994...

Niles Software EndNote 3.01: End Note 4 - the best study aid in the Universe

Sat, 23 Sep 2000 02:42:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - I've been writing papers for years now and only now have I finally come across End Note. A lecturer in a class I'm taking this semester recommended it as the best referencing tool available, so I decided to try it out. For my earlier papers I had been...

Napster: Napster: Yep, Yet Another Useful Opinion!

Fri, 22 Sep 2000 04:04:00 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Seeing as how I have quite strong opinions and interest in Napster as a law- and ethics- shaping entity, I thought I might as well give my take on the actual software too.

If you haven't heard of Napster, where've you been hiding?...

The Man who made me fall over laughing

Fri, 22 Sep 2000 02:52:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Is it possible that any comedian in the world has such timelessness and longevity as Steve Martin? This has got to be my favourite movie of his by a long shot - I just reacquainted myself with it this week and I'd like to share it with all of...

Backpacker arrival tips for Bangkok pt II, plus food tips!

Thu, 21 Sep 2000 06:57:42 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ -
Review Topic: Practical Information

Finding Accommodation in the Khao San district

Guest houses in Khao San Rd are constantly changing - I recommend just turning up, or getting the latest copy of Lonely Planet,...

Backpacker tips for arriving in Bangkok: Part I

Thu, 21 Sep 2000 05:54:23 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Review Topic: Practical InformationI've been to Thailand about half a dozen times now, on my way to or from Europe, and originally as an exchange student. The first port of call is always Bangkok - City of Angels (in Thai, the name is...

Deep, sombre, beautiful.

Thu, 21 Sep 2000 04:59:07 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - I've had this album in my collection for many, many years now and have for along time loved the music of Dead Can Dance. The album, like all their work, is built around the hallmark vocals of Lisa Gerrard, which are like a cross between Bulgarian...

I can almost smell the flowers!

Thu, 21 Sep 2000 01:56:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ - Jitterbug Perfume is my favourite Tom Robbins book, and I have read, and love, them all. This book combines Robbins' best storytelling with some very profound ideas about immortality, sexuality (as always) and Robbins' inimicable humour.

In...

Walking the Copland Valley Track

Thu, 21 Sep 2000 00:59:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author _Cassandra_ -
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

My favourite walk in the whole of New Zealand has to be the Copland Valley walk. This walk begins just off the main road, where there is a sign for the Copland Valley. This walk is...