Monthly Archives: February 2016

Shame on you, Epson

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Ted

A familiar adage asserts that Gillette doesn’t make its money selling razors; rather, it’s the razor blades that generate the big bucks. You need only check the price of a package of razors (which can go for more than $5/blade) to confirm … Continue reading →

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Flash vs. Fusion: What’s the best choice for an iMac?

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Ted

Recently, I bid adieu to my 7-year-old Mac Pro and replaced it with a 27-inch 5K Retina display iMac. Overall, I couldn’t be more pleased. The display alone has been enough to justify the upgrade. However, my indecision over one sticking point almost … Continue reading →

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The almost death of the telephoto/zoom lens

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Ted

This column started out as a eulogy — marking the anticipated end for a long-time friend. But, even as the grave was being readied, word came that my friend was showing signs of a remarkable recovery. Who is this friend? How … Continue reading →

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