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Here’s a nifty idea: use your lappy’s lid as ad space.

Uber-geek-girl Sacha did just that: she’s selling ad space on her laptop lid. She’s off to BarCampEarthToronto, and well, that’s about as much exposure you’ll ever need.

Give it a try. Digg the story.

I’ve posted on Pinoy Tech Blog my thoughts on delivering services and content through internet rental shops.

I’m at the Tech Lounge in Robinson’s Galleria. Free WiFi! Yay.

A while ago, I was at Toys ‘R’ Us — a kid’s dream-come-true. (And a parent’s budget nightmare. Hehe.) I bought a Vtec “laptop” for Gab, who’s turning five on Monday. But don’t tell him yet. It’s a surprise.

Anyway: I was at TRU. Man, toy heaven. Couldn’t help myself: bought a Little Einstein science kit (more for me than for Gab), a little wood box puzzle, and some 3D dinosaur puzzles. What can I say? I’m a geek, and a fun one at that.

No worthy diecasts there, though. (I should have mentioned: I collect diecast Mini Coopers on the side.) Lots of Hotwheels and Fastlanes, and a few Cararamas, Tomicas and Jada — but no diecast Minis! Grr. I’m never going back to TRU. Not!

Originally uploaded by iandexter.

And his tatay’s getting older. Hay…

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