If you’re like me, you were sitting in front of your computer waiting for Apple.com to begin taking pre-orders for the new iPhone 4S. If you were lucky, you got through the process smoothly and received your order confirmation for…
Passion. When it really comes down to it — you only do what’s important. For over 90 people this past weekend, it was important to spend 54 hours in a room full of strangers with the goal to start Honolulu’s next…
As the sun came up on day two in Sonoma, an early wake up call was made and call time for my ride to Infineon Raceway was at 8:15 a.m.A 30 minute drive from @BardessonoHotel, we arrived at the raceway,…
Have you Googled anything today? Chances are, you have. If not, you should.The search engine giant swapped its standard rainbow-colored logo for an interactive tribute to Les Paul, pioneer of the solid-body electric guitar and Rock and Roll Hall of…
With the recent growth of the tablet device market, creatives have found great new ways to re-imagine their existing workflows to include the new form factor.Adobe has joined the tablet integration game with the recent launch of applications that give…
On the water ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 11 One of my favorite shots from the docks of Sorrento, Italy. jQuery(function($) { new NggPaginatedGallery('b19b9884a9d19ae7e943b0d43728b412', '.ngg-imagebrowser'); });Here’s what a food gallery would look like with this new configuration: Yogurstory…
Photo credit: Charles Ramirez BergIt’s been a long time coming, but the day is finally here!For the past four years, I’ve been telling myself that I’d make it to Austin for what has become the must attend conference for music,…
It’s been a crazy month. Ups, downs, highs, lows, cheering, silence, debate.Part of my passion for social media stems in the ability to explore, discover, take risks, and most of all, to learn from experiences and share them with others.This…
With Apple’s announcement of the iPad 2 this morning, there’s no doubt that current iPad owners have some tough decisions to make.For those who didn’t already jump on the iPad bandwagon, now would seem to be the best time to…
The nation’s first statewide student news network launched its debut broadcast on PBS Hawaii.With participation from more than 60 of Hawaii’s public, private and charter high school and middle schools, Hiki Nō features student-produced video segments that connect schools across…
The results are in, and we took second place in Audi’s national Twitter contest, scoring the chance to throw a private event catered by a personal chef, valued at $2,500.While we couldn’t bring the $25K grand prize home to a…
Tonight’s Eat the Street Kaka’ako is Hawaii’s biggest leap into the nationwide phenomenon of food truck rallies. Up to 3,000 people are expected between 5-9 p.m. at 555 South St., a four-acre parking lot that’s hosting the event.I had the…
The designs are in, and it’s time for you to vote for your favorite SPAM Hawaii package design in the SPAM Hawaii package design contest.Voters can cast one vote per email address, and you and have until Friday, Feb. 25…
It’s been just over four days of rallying for support in the Audi #ProgressIs Twitter campaign, and it all comes down to today. The finalist with the most points at 11:59 p.m. ET (7 p.m. Hawai’i time) will be the…
Day two has come to a close for the Audi #ProgressIs Twitter contest finalists.We’re just about half way through, and I’ve dropped in the standings to third place, but I’m confident that we’ll be a strong contender until the end.…
It’s been a whirlwind of a Monday, but #ProgressIs day one has come to a close. If you haven’t heard by now, I was chosen to be a finalist in the Audi #ProgressIs Twitter contest, a nationwide effort to spread…
SPAM lover? Now’s your chance to design the next Hawaii SPAM can!Hormel Foods Corporation, the Minnesota-based maker of SPAM products, is holding a design contest open to any Hawaii-based graphic designer willing to take on the challenge.The winning design will…
I had the chance to sit down with Actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa to talk story about acting, his teaching efforts and about discovering Twitter and social media to connect with fans.With a recent appearance on “Hawaii Five-0,” Tagawa takes a moment…
Podium Raceway Hawaii Electric Indoor Go-Kart Racing ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 17 The line-up jQuery(function($) { new NggPaginatedGallery('b73e1682723d90fb392914107259bd18', '.ngg-imagebrowser'); });If it’s not the beach or a hike, it’s the water park. If it’s not the water park,…
If you’ve grown up or have lived in the islands, chances are, you’ve encountered, in some way, shape or form, Pidgin English.For many, it’s the only form of language they know. For some, it’s slang at best. But for local…
I’m sure there were lots of iPads being given this Christmas, and if you got one, chances are, you’ve already tricked yours out with a cool cover or case to protect your precious cargo.There are tons of cases and covers…
If you’re in or around the social media sphere, chances are, you’ve noticed photos being posted from a website called “Instagram“.Instagram, as described by the app maker, is “a fast, beautiful and fun way to share your life with friends…
If you’re in or around the Hawaiian Islands today, you’re aware that we’re in the midst of bad weather. Last night, the National Weather Service reported heavy rainfall and thunderstorms would be hitting the island, which brought me to thinking…
What does it take to build an online community? What does it take to engage that community and keep them coming back? When Nonstop Honolulu was launched on Aug. 23, 2010, we asked ourselves that same question, and while we’re…
The home base for the 2022 Hale ‘Aina Restaurateurs of the Year is a hidden paradise that serves up the best Lao and Thai food in Honolulu.
