Time for an installment of Thursday Things
1. When I saw an email for this new iphone I got really excited
Why?
Well, because I love my iPhone and the camera on it is great, but…
…The new iPhone is supposed to have an even better camera
All you need to say is better camera, and I want this phone.
I took the eligibility “quiz” and it seems that November 2, 2012 is the magic date for me for when I could get this for $199. But, in 14 months, they could have iPhone version 9 out. Way too long to wait. Sigh.
Can you say, hello Ebay? I must source one of these bad boys, asap. And not at $750 bucks which is approximately the going rate if you’re not currently eligible for an upgrade. At that price, the camera on my current iPhone is “fine”. I guess.
2. Wordpress Bloggers, back up your blog. It’s easy.
Install a plugin like this one, and then it will instruct you to go into your “Tools” from your Dashboard, click a few bubbles and the backup will run and will probably take a half hour or so to complete and you can have it saved to your computer, saved to your computer, or emailed to you.
It’s probably not “perfect” and if your site ever did get hacked like I thought mine did…
Or crash like mine actually did…
…Some form of backup is better than nothing.
Backup your blogs!
3. And while you’re at it, back up your computers, too, on an external drive
4. Limited Edition Caramel Tootsie Pops
I found a bag of them at my local Rite Aid this week. And have done plenty of damage on the bag. Super tasty. Sort of like butterscotch hard candies but a bit more caramely tasting with that lovely Tootsie center.
I love Tootsie Pops, big time.
And I love caramel anything.
Case in point are the Caramel Apple Bars so it’s no surprise I’m lovin’ the caramel Tootsie Pops
5. These Be Present Mobility Pants in Silver Fox
I just received them and I am in love.
I love the Be Present Mobility Pants in general and have a couple other pairs.
I wear them all the time.
To the mall…
To the hair salon..
Excuse the roots, that was the Before Picture
…And I just wear them everywhere.
They are lightweight, drawstring (hello comfortable!), wash up beautifully, air-dry in a hurry, fold up into next to nothing if you’re traveling, and have deep pockets.
Cannot recommend them enough or say enough awesome things about them.
I’ve raved about them in my Yoga FAQ’s post
And in this post
6. A Cookie Scoop
Katie recommended this cookie scoop to me and in the past I have attempted to use a cookie scoop but the dough has always stuck to the metal and the “releasing” mechanism never really properly released the dough, and I ended up have to use my finger or a spoon to get the dough off the scoop and onto the cookie sheet. Basically more of a PITA than it was worth. But I trust you, Katie. I think I need this gadget in my life
Along with all these gadgets
Uniform-sized cookies are the way to go. Not even just for “pretty food” purposes but so that bake in a uniform amount of time
So they all get done at the same time and there’s no violations of any Baking Rules, i.e. dry or overdone
I want to make Snickers Bar Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies with a cookie scoop
7. The winner of the $25 Manna Bread Giveaway is:
kris (everyday oats) October 5, 2011
Favorite bread of all time…hmmm, this is a hard one! – I pretty much love ALL breads. Whole wheat, brioche, french baguettes, cinnamon raisin, banana, sourdough…you name it, I probably love it! 
Congrats, Kris!
Questions:
1. What are your Thursday Things? Have you seen anything interesting, fun, or that you’re pining away for?
2. Do you have an iPhone? Do you want one? Anyone planning to get the newest one?
I never thought I’d be able to handle touchscreen. I still make tons of mistakes when I’m typing and auto-correct is both a blessing and a curse, but my iPhone is light years ahead of my Blackberry and I couldn’t imagine not having an iPhone now.
I don’t use anywhere near what the phone is capable of doing but one thing I adore about it is the camera. I’d surmise it’s a better quality camera than most other phones have and for me, the ability to take pictures of my day as I am out and about without having to lug a separate camera of any sort (from a small P & S to a huge DSLR) is worth it’s weight in gold.
Other things I love are Instagram, and all the apps that you can download (the picture I used in this post of my phone is old and I have other apps on it now)
I mostly use my Instagram, Twitter, and just check my email/Gmail from my phone
I thought I’d be able to comment on blogs with the the phone and that’s been a bit of a disappointment because although y0u can do it in theory, it takes about 5 minutes per blog to leave even a 10 word comment after you fill in your name, email, your URL, and then type the comment. Lots of little boxes to click in and out of and fields to fill in, and it’s not practical from a phone, even a smartphone, in my experience.
The other drawback, because of the way Apple protects music, there is trouble interfacing between the phone and my iTunes and having all my music, all in one place between my various Apple computers and iPhones. I have 3 computers: an old Mac desktop, my new Mac desktop, and my Macbook; and then the iPhone. And that music is not all synced which is unfortunate because I paid for it. I own it. But they have these precautions in place to prevent music pirating.
If anyone knows a way to centralize your music so that all your computers and all your phones are all “current” with all the music you own, I’m all ears. I have googled this and have talked to the Genius Bar people and I think I am out of luck. I know others must have this issue too because many of us have an old/new computer or a desktop/laptop plus a phone. But I digress.
All in all, I love my iPhone. No plans to switch!
If you have an iPhone, what do you do the most with it? What features do you love about it?
Keep those Silpat Giveaway entries coming!
Caramel Tootsie Roll pops?? That sounds awesome!
I still have a flip phone, lol. I used my friend’s smartphone once and while I do like some things about it, there is no way I can afford it. And the apps seemed like just cheap versions of whatever it was. Trying to do Facebook on it was just frustrating. Still, being able to do some web stuff was nice. I was able to check my e-mail when we were on vacation together and was able to diffuse a tense situation back at home. But still, the darn data plan kills me. It would practically double our current cell phone bill.
oh yes backing up is a must!!! especially now with all the pics I take haha, I have one just for pictures
and yes love my iphone camera, and look forward to one day getting the new one. I actually use my iphone camera more than my very expensive one haha, crazy, but it is so convenient
xoxo
Michelle
what backup service and/or plugin do you use? between your blog and your pics, you’re like me: lots of data!
I work in the publishing industry, so I have to deal with copyright/ownership issues all the time. The thing that people don’t realize it that when you “buy” things like music and ebooks, you don’t actually own them–you’ve paid a licensing fee to use them. The company you purchased them from can impose whatever terms of use they want and can even delete the item from your devices, as Amazon.com did a couple of years ago with some of Geroge Orwell’s titles: https://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/18/technology/companies/18amazon.html
thanks for the info and yes, I knew that to an extent…it’s just hard for us end-users who want all our items centralized on one device. We’re not trying to pull a fast one or anything sneaky; just stay organized :)
I have the 4. Verizon now has the 4S. Haven’t had time to look at the ‘upgrades’ and if I need them. I love my iPhone {Bless Steve Jobs} and use it to take my blogs pics. I do have a DSLR Cannon Powershot (that I love) but the camera phone is so convenient!
BTW, love those pants. I wonder if the high slits would bother me, but they look oh so comfy!
They have other styles on the bepresent.com site that arent as high of slits and the pants are longer. They make the pants super comfy but if you’re not into them, they have styles with less. Love all their pants!
A better camera??? I have the 4, and I use it to take alllll my pics. It’s my best camera! (I know, pathetic.) So, I guess that leads me to my Thursday thing – I really want a good camera. Like, a real one, not a phone one! ha (Oh, and a pair of boots I’ve had my eyes on)
1. Pining away for something pumpkin.
2. Yes, I have the iPhone and I love it. Although it can be a little addicting with everything right there. Sometimes I have to force myself to take a break from it.
I have a Verizon Droid 2, and it’s great- but I’m at the point where I need a new phone. I’m REALLY torn between getting an iPhone or the Droid 3. I’m a Mac girl and love my iPad, laptop, iPod, etc… so an iPhone would make sense… but I use the keyboard on the Droid all the time.
Has anyone made the switch and have advice?
I hate technology though- as soon as you buy something, the next bigger better thing comes around!
I can’t believe the iPhone will have a better camera- the regular one is already so good (for a phone!!). I have a cookie scooper and love it to pieces.
I’m backing up right now. Nice reminder. I try to do it at least once a week. My computer program reminds me after 7 days, but sometimes I get the reminder when I am not near my hard drive.
Get the scoop!
Caramel tootsie pops?!?! Must. Find. NOW.
I thought of you as I bought those…thinking Katie would love these!
Still can’t believe Steve Jobs has passed away…crazy.
Brooke
http://www.TheAnnessaFamily.blogspot.com
I thought I had installed a plgin to backup my blog, but I was never getting weekly updates or reminders that it was backing up, or that I needed to back it up. And I just couldn’t navigate the right boxes and buttons. If anyone has a link to a simple WP backup it would be greatly appreciated!
And timely post all about apple products due to yesterdays events… Apple is truly an amazing company and line of products, and I can’t really imagine the world without them all now! I have a pretty basic phone, and like to be ‘disconnected’ when I’m not sitting at my computer directly. But I definitely would love it for the picture taking because I find carrying my SLR to be annoying, so I end up leaving it home a lot…
I linked one in the post that I downloaded but am always up for other recommendations too
averie–have you tried the Caramel Apple pops (made by charms) that are only out around halloween? I have been obsessed since childhood and just found my first bag of the season from the drugstore over the weekend. They are green apple with caramel hardened to the outside of the sucker..but I usually stop eating after the caramel is gone!! (he he) Give em a try!!
yes and I dont like the green apple flavoring but the caramel is great :)
Hey Averie,
Do you know if that plug-in works if your aren’t self-hosted?
Thanks!
Susan
not sure, just download and try it….I dont think it matters either way but only one way to find out…
Ooo i love alll these things! More particularly I love caramel but it’s usually corn syrup based. I need to figure out a caramel without corn syrup! I have b een using a melon baller for a cookie scoop lately. They make the best cookies! And thanks for reminding me to back up the blog right now. I’m doing it as I type!
what plugin do you use? I’m all for recommendations. I have an outside service I use for 1x/month backups but I want to do them on my own, too. If you have something you like, holla!
I’ve been dying to try Those Tootsie roll pops! I’m not a huge fan of hard candies (I like chocolate, of course) but lollipops hold a huge place in my heart!
One of my Thursday things? Air popped popcorn! Yummy!
thanks for the backup your computer reminder, averie. guess my evening entertainment will be tonight?! i have a bb and would love an iphone. it seems much more visual than a bb – i find commenting from the bb is time-consuming, too – yup, 5 minutes. didn’t know the iphone also takes a while, so thanks for the info.
thursday things: fall lines of running clothing are arriving at the store, and i am in love with several pieces already – have to say NO or else i could spend my entire paycheque!