Search Results

I just got a Lenovo 300 Ideapad for home productivity. It's running speed is ... ok, but I'm curious about what I'd need to add to optimize its...

Some of you probably remember my columns for this site and Finheaven before that. I’d like to invite you to check out my latest endeavor. I’ve...

Anyone else going?

What's up, you degenerates?

Anyone going?

Help. I had an owner bail. EDIT: Full! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Had a last minute drop. PM me for a link.

Is there some kind of adapter that makes it possible for to people to sync their Bluetooth headsets with the same iPad Air? Sent from my iPhone...

[IMG] Picked this up last night. Never opened. Ecstatic.

In which mode would I find a tutorial?

Last year, pre-orders of Madden 25 thru Amazon came with Sunday Ticket mobile. Previously, you could get it on PS3. Anyone heard of alternate...

I'm omitting X3, as that movie was crap. So my question is, should I watch the three remaining movies in chronological order (First Class, X-Men,...

@Jeff Darlington -- Richie Incognito was advised by Joe Philbin tonight he has been indefinitely suspended by team while NFL investigates,...

One evolving story that hasn't been discussed much recently is how the Dolphins have done an outstanding job in the last two games defending...

It's their equivalent of Pandora; it runs on PS3, PC or phone; and it's pretty sweet. If you'd like to try it free, leave your email below or...

Pleasethankyou.

So last Thursday, Omar Kelly blurts out a tweet about having once shot at someone with intent to harm. Later, he deletes the tweet and makes a...

Nothing earth-shattering here, but I've tied up some observations with a aqua-covered bow. Check it out.

Saw the midnight premiere and liked it even more than the 2009 reboot. Pine and Quinto show a lot of depth, the whole ensemble has great...

Yes, CK ... I gave the Dolphins a B. :yes:...

So, as a result of winning Employee of the Month in 2011, I'm getting ready to go on an all-expenses-paid trip to Boston. Activities include...

Call me Pollyanna, but I think we can make it to 10-6. Read the full article.

The Fins are #3 on my top five potential spots for Eifert. Eifert would be an attractive insurance policy (for Dustin Keller), and watching...

http://www.footballnation.com/content/the-2013-citizens-football-nation-mock-draft-picks-9-16/22063/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter I...

http://www.footballnation.com/content/2013-nfl-mock-draft-miami-dolphins-pre-draft-strategy/21843/ I only had to rewrite the damn thing three...

And now, the fun really begins. Alex Marvez ‏@alexmarvez A source tells http://FOXSPORTS.com that #Packers WR Greg Jennings will not be named...

Just got the email. Unlike real-world GMs, I'll be taking the pulse of Dolfans to see who they'd like us to grab, so your suggestions are...

How can I make sure I get the same apps on my iPhone (my first iPhone, BTW) that I have currently have on my iPad without having to pay for them...

Ravens safety Ed Reed is aware of the stories linking him to the Patriots, and he’s not happy about them....

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/01/22/tim-brown-bill-callahan-wanted-to-lose-the-super-bowl/ Brown said that after preparing on...

(Tweet by Jason LaCanfora) Chargers are nearing a deal to make Mike McCoy their head coach. Looks like it will be finalized today. More ahead...

Could someone post a day and time in this thread? Thanks.

On the one hand, we already have a loss to the Jets with both our games vs. the Pats remaining. On the other hand, the Patriots are the stronger...

Anyone else having trouble logging into Facebook this afternoon?

I could get it in the hospitalon Sports Animal on iHeartRadio.

Several of you know I've been fighting infections in my left leg over the last nine months. My most recent outbreak occurred Tuesdayand this...

http://www.footballnation.com/content/miami-dolphins-david-garrards-injury-sends-season-up-flames/16448/ Am I overstating? Your comments are...

Hey folks, here's my first column with Football Nation. I'm still planning on contributing here at ThePhins.com, but FN gives me some nice...

I'm seriously considering getting one. It's right in my price range, and it looks like it performs well. One question: can you do any level of...

I've heard rumors all over the place, from Sunday Ticket not returning this year to it returning at a lower price. Has anyone heard anything...

Anyone know?

Anyone playing this? Is it worth the $15 PSN pricetag?

Philbin sig request Ok...changing gears from Dr. McCoy, I'd love a sig with Regis Philbin Photoshopped to wear a Dolphin jersey. Thanks in advance.

Anybody else having trouble signing in?

Just got my tickets. Giggety.

Hi everyone! Mrs. Z. and I have been having an ongoing discussion: we both grew up in a church, and ever since then, we've heard of prayer...

I saw it Saturday and was terribly disappointed. Seemed like it tread very familiar ground without bringing anything new or compelling to the...

checking animated gif

http://www.sj-r.com/carousel/x860697770/Shooting-investigation-under-way-at-mayors-home :no: The entire city of Springfield, Ill., is baffled....

I'll be about 60 rows up just off one end zone. I'm really looking forward to seeing Lambeau. And who knows, it could be a Super Bowl preview!...

I'm in the process of attempting to secure tickets. Anyone else thinking of making the journey to the not-so frozen tundra?

My wife just started working for AAA, and she's trying to be a superstar at work by giving out tons of quotes for insurance. She can give quotes...

It's been years since I heard this, but it's still just as amazing. Do yourself a favor and download the MP3 from the link accompanying the post,...

From The Sporting News Today: With a more dangerous pro-style offense making better use of wide receivers Davone Bess and Brian Hartline, the...

The Weather Channel is holding an amateur photography contest with fall photos as the subject. Mrs. Z (Rebecca) entered six photos. Do me a...

I'm going to be downtown Sunday and wanted to catch the game -- maybe with ThePhins/com members. I was thinking about going to the ESPN Zone, but...

The folks at The Pigskin Doctors constructed a Monopoly board with each color group representing a team's running backs. Guess who the top-dollar...

This was the last time the Dolphins scored as many points in consecutive weeks as they scored last week and this week. That's more than seven...

It seems pointless to attempt to add hype to tonight’s contest between the Dolphins and the Jets, but here are a few points to ponder as you...

Does the Dolphins' first victory mean there's hope for the rest of the season? Well, considering the opponent was the hapless Bills, the win...

This may be the most awesome thing ever. http://5090.fawm.org/songs/4255/

This one's for Pagan. http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2009/autos/0909/gallery.iacocca_mustang/index.html

The thwarted Illinois attack in this report was aimed at a federal courthouse that is literally a block away from my apartment. Scary.

Halloween display depicting McNair and girlfriend pulled I know, I know ... don't condemn the whole city because of one group of reprehensible...

So help me fill my queue, mofos.

Within one page, Peter King goes from this: "The truth of the matter is ... somebody is going to die here in the NFL. It's going to happen.''...

The thread title pretty much explains it. These are pictures taken by a photographer commissioned by Czar Nicholas II. A couple of things stick...

Has one been posted? Trying to figure out if the opener vs. the Falcons will be on here in Illinois.

http://www.adhdproductions.com/UP%20NEXT.htm Check out my bio. I gave ThePhins some love! http://www.adhdproductions.com/Steve%20Sykes.htm

I made the image below on Face Your Manga, but I really would like it enlarged to a size that would look good on a Cafe Press T-shirt. Any...

In honor of the the Fins' water-logged point total, I have a 12-point wrap-up on the front page. :up:

http://www.elementsthegame.com/ If you like Magic: The Gathering, you'll like this. It's a CCG, but all the currency is in game. Great stuff.

:sad: This is incredibly sad news. Les was HUGE. If you like rock, you should take a moment of silence right now....

I'll be adding more to this thread throughout the day, but I wanted to get it started. I apoligize in advance for the quality of the cell phone...

Hush Falls Over Patriots Camp As Tom Brady's First 10 Passes Go 3 Yards "Who’s our backup? Does anyone know who our backup is?" :sidelol:

Check out this shoebox full of awesome: http://sdn.slate.com/features/endofamerica/default.htm

Translation: if you have basic digital cable with Comcast, as of Aug. 1, you now receive the NFL Network at no additional charge. So look for it!...

Vikings coach Brad Childress tells The Star Tribune that Brett Favre will not be coming out of retirement The quarterback informed the team he...

Ok, I have an insane roadtrip planned for Saturday, Aug. 8. I'm headed to Chicago, where from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., I'll be at Chicago Comic Con....

Just found out I'm playing Dr. Scott in a live production of The Rocky Horror Show. [IMG] Oct. 23-25 and Oct. 30 - Nov. 1 if anyone's up...

I really hope JimmyJames or Phil get a look at this one. The gist is that the lawyer filing the motion was protesting opposing counsel's habit...

I am furious right now. I just learned my credit limit was cut by 30% for "business considerations." :tantrum:

The actress, who ushered a whole generation of boys (and perhaps some girls) into puberty, has passed away after a battle with cancer. [IMG]

Can you do it? Mrs. Z. wants to challenge the world in Zen Pinball.

The e-zine Sporting News Today is doing full-page breakdowns of all the NFL teams entering camp. Today is the Bills, and tomorrow is the...

I'm wanting to say "Teachers take care of their students. We take care of them in Spanish." Is this translation correct? Los profesores...

I know there are a decent amount of theater buffs on the board, so I wanted to clue you in. For the rest of you -- this is the musical that...

Hey folks ... I just got word I'm going to be performing in a concert version of "Guys and Dolls" in August. We're bringing in Eddie Mekka from...

I have a Sony Cyber Shot Sc950 digital camera, which I use with a memory stick. Here's my question: what do I need to do to transfer the memory...

Cool map geographically displaying baseball's fan bases: http://www.unitedcountriesofbaseball.com/images/UCOB-1280x960.jpg

Get it!

In the grand tradition of Texts from Last Night and F My Life comes Tweeting too Hard, a collection of ridiculously self-important Twitter posts...

My new favorite instant laugh site. YouTube - Echale gatito!!! Play him off, keyboard cat!!! YouTube - PLay him off keyboard cat ladder...

An obituary from Arizona Central Dimmick, Chuck P. born December 29, 1958 in Riverside, CA passed away suddenly on April 18, 2009 while...

Now that I finally got this order yesterday, I figured I'd start up a thread. My first question: should I start out in franchise mode or by...

That's the name of the game. Really. And it is more awesome than anything else you've experienced today. http://notdoppler.com/robotdinosaurs.php

A subject near and dear to my heart. :yes: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/30116040

Here's a story about an Epsicopalian priest who converted to Islam, tried to practice both religions simultaneously, and almost sounds shocked she...

Is there one?

GMail has a great joke on login introducing members to Gmail Autopilot by CADIE: Email will never be a thing of the past, but actually reading...

Joe Posnanski of the Kansas City Star has penned one of the most fascinating articles I've read in a while about the evolving nature of...

This is a bit premature, as I won't be getting my copy for a day or so yet, but is there any interest? I hear the online leagues for The Show are...

This could be an interesting thread to maintain. I find the most interesting things just randomly browsing through Wikipedia, for example....

As I continue to inch my way through Elder Scrools: Oblivion, I was reminded yesterday of a topic I've been meaning to bring up about adventure...

A 33-year-old friend of mine found out less than three weeks ago she has lymphoma. Yesterday, she learned it was Stage IV, and cancer was also in...

I haven't bought a baseball video game in years, but now that I have a PS3, I've been reading up on this year's offerings. I wondering which game...

Now, before you throw up on your monitor, it's not what you think. The [London] symphony will perform in front of a 100-foot LED screen...

Here is a fantastic page with provides links to the top 99 internet memes and viral videos of all timez. Tron guy? Numa Numa? Techno viking?...

(source: Thirllist e-zine) As a kid it was totally cool to spend hours and hours playing video games, but now that you're on your own that time...

I saw this on my way back to work from lunch: [IMG] Yes, that's a charter bus being towed by a pink tow truck.

I'm making a video greeting for Valentine's Day and was happily surprised to find there are at least two Web sites that allow you to add subtitles...

Just keep saying to yourself: "This man is 62. Years. Old." [IMG]

Found out tonight I'm one of five principals in a concert version of Kismet that will boast a full orchestra and a cast of about 90. Very excited!

Actor Ricardo Montalban has died at age 88. KHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN!!!! :sad: R.I.P. EDIT: For the whippersnappers, check here....

Hyped at CES: I haven't seen a release date. http://ces.gamespot.com/video.html?sid=6202927 This could get me active on PS Home.

I'm barely into Oblivion (Level 2 going on Level 3), and I've already been infected by vampirism. I'm not at all thrilled, as I have a feeling...

DJ Earworm has done an amazing job with this. Do yourself a favor and be sure to check out the high quality version on YouTube as well. YouTube...

A simple question: which Dolphins unit needs to further exceed expectations for us to beat the Ravens? Does our offense need to shine...

Darth Vader And Boba Fett Model Star Wars Basketball Jerseys | Sports Here's just one of teh awesome: [IMG]

That is all. :up:

I'm now relatively state of the art. Well, I will be once I get my HDTV in the next week or two.

In The Know: How Can We Make The Iraq War More Handicap Accessible? | The Onion - America's Finest News Source All you need is a heart.:lol:

I'm just about to buy an HDTV. I have a PS3, so I know I want a TV that has at least one HDMI input. However, I am wondering if I need a TV with...

Satriani's copyright infringement suit, filed Thursday in Los Angeles federal court, claims the Coldplay song "Viva La Vida" incorporates...

These are amazing. [IMG] 15 Incredibly Creative Papercraft Artists | WebUrbanist

Recognize it. [IMG] http://www.bestweekever.tv/2008/11/19/a-reminder-to-read-your-receipts/

At the end of the upcoming season of specials, apparently. Damn. :sad: Link forthcoming.

All I remember is that it involves a Asian heroine with braided red hair who fought with either a staff or twin blades. Anybody remember the...

My SAMSUNG flat panel LCD monitor has started ghosting. It's only really obnoxious where king horizontal graphics are involved, but I only got...

Any suggestions? You'll have to speak up.

'Star Trek' movie: Inside scoop! | Star Trek | Cover Story | Movies | Entertainment Weekly | 1

LiveLeak.com - My Dogs greeting me after returning from 14 months in Iraq, pre arranged

FanNation | The Peter King Challenge He picks us 24-23, stating the Chargers have had trouble this year with efficient quarterbacks.

'Flash' drama wakes up at ABC Based on Robert J. Sawyer's sci-fi novel, "Flash Forward" is considered very compatible with "Lost." It...

The spoiler tags are great, but when you get an e-mail notification of a thread reply, the tags go away and the spoiler ends up revealed anyway....

Another Way to Die Man, I have really mixed feelings about this. At times, I think it's brilliant, and at other times, I want to throw my...

Make your favorite music even better! MoreCowbell.dj

I really, really, REALLY hate to bring this up, because I risk offending some close friends on either side of the aisle. But ... Aren't...

Jerry Reed dead at 71 The sad thing is most people will remember him for the silly Smokey and the Bandit movies and forget what a fantastic...

This surely won't be for everyone, but the samples I've heard from this compilation of covers show that Campbell hasn't lost his vocal chops, and...

Put this in the Water Under the Bridge file.

"... to pursue other opportunities." This is something of a shocker.

Here's the concept: I'll post a still from a movie. Whoever correctly guesses the movie first then picks another movie still, and so on....

I'm starting a thread with the return of the film buff competition, wherein a user posts a movie still, and other users guess the movie from which...

It only makes sense that it would be the theater teacher. Let's talk merit pay!

An arguement for misspelling This just about made me puke. :tantrum:

All three played the Illinois State Fair, and they were all really good. Perhaps surprisingly though, Weird Al put on the best concert. It was a...

Wow ... just wow ... If you're stupid and/or sleazy enough to cheat on your spouse, you should at least do it without third-party assistance....

Anyone going to check out this flick, opening tonight? [IMG] It's from the demented mind of Clive Barker, and through some scheduling...

Alicia Keys and Jack White LOS ANGELES - Although there were rumors that Amy Winehouse was going to record the theme for the new James Bond...

And I have my tickets. :up: Fathom and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios are proud to present WarGames back on the big screen after 25 years. Don’t...

Of course there's the Indiana Jones theme, and Superman and Star Trek ... but my personal favorite is David Arnold's gorgeous theme for...

Spa lets visitors have their dead foot skin removed by hungry fish. Commence hurling.

Doctor's Notes returns

Mrs. Z. and I have a friend who was coming in from out of town Saturday morning and leaving the next day around noon. I told her we were going to...

As per The Inventor Spot. I found it interesting considering how much grief the logo has received (even from die-hard fans) over the years....

Check out the yummy Quesadilla Jalapeno Spread listed first on this page.

No, it's not real. But what if it were? http://filmonic.com/coolness-batman-vs-batman-vs-batman

... and to celebrate our anniversary, we're going to catch a double feature of WALL*E and Wanted with dinner at Olive Garden in between. :up:...

Thank you, economic stimulus.

Anybody catch the premiere of this fantastic show? It's on Monday nights on, of all places, ABC family. Based on the Viper comic, it is...

The guy was already one of my favorite actors. Turns out he's just a pretty swell guy.

EW.com is presenting a list this week of its 100 favorite movies of the last 25 years. Today, they roll out films #100 to #76. Lots of good...

It's on!

Thanks to everyone who has voted. Let the best sidekick win. Complete bracket Final Hobbes (#8 seed, Comic/Cartoon) [IMG] Sidekick to:...

The epic showdown reaches its climax! :up:

Complete bracket Final Four Well folks, we have a #1, a #2, a #3 and a #8. It should be fun. Robin (#1 seed, Superhero) [IMG]...

For a $40 annual fee, you can store messages to nonsaved loved ones that will (if the system works) be delivered six days after the rapture....

Vote here!

Superhero/Comic Book Robin (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Batman Advantages: Perhaps the most famous sidekick. Ever. Eventually got his own...

Tonto (1) vs. Jiminy Cricket (12) Tonto enters an overtime death match for the second round in a row!

Full bracket Tonto (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Lone Ranger Advantages: Superb horseman and marksman. Disadvantages: Iffy communication...

Vote now!

Full bracket R2-D2 (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: C-3PO Advantages: Computer genius. Bravery. Believed by many to be the hero, with 3PO...

Full bracket Tonto (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Lone Ranger Advantages: Superb horseman and marksman. Disadvantages: Iffy communication...

Full bracket Hobbes (8) [IMG] Sidekick to: Calvin Advantages: Pounce-and-tackle attack. Mastery of the scientific method....

Full bracket Robin (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Batman Advantages: Perhaps the most famous sidekick. Ever. Eventually got his own comic....

Tonto vs. Willow and Bucky vs. Jimmy Olsen

Literary/Mythical Region Tonto (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Lone Ranger Advantages: Superb horseman and marksman. Disadvantages: Iffy...

Fascinating predictions

Now in the Contest Forum -- VOTE NOW!

Full bracket R2-D2 (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: C-3PO Advantages: Computer genius. Bravery. Believed by many to be the hero, with 3PO...

Full bracket Tonto (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Lone Ranger Advantages: Superb horseman and marksman. Disadvantages: Iffy communication...

Full bracket Porky Pig (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Daffy Duck Advantages: Fairly famous as a lead character, he achieved his greatest...

Full bracket Robin (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Batman Advantages: Perhaps the most famous sidekick. Ever. Eventually got his own comic....

Hey all. My mom's in the hospital, and I need to get some stuff together. Thanks.

Tonto (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Lone Ranger Advantages: Superb horseman and marksman. Disadvantages: Iffy communication skills. vs....

Robby the Robot (6) [IMG] Sidekick to: Professor Morbius (“Forbidden Planet”), the Robinson Family (“Lost in Space”), Gilligan and others...

R2-D2 (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: C-3PO Advantages: Computer genius. Bravery. Believed by many to be the hero, with 3PO the sidekick....

Felix Leiter (6) [IMG] Sidekick to: James Bond Advantages: Stealth. Intelligence-gathering. Toughness. Disadvantages: Bad luck. (He’s been...

Full bracket Barney Fife (6) [IMG] Sidekick to: Sheriff Andy Taylor Advantages: Passionate about law enforcement. Disadvantages: An...

Full bracket Porky Pig (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Daffy Duck Advantages: Fairly famous as a lead character, he achieved his greatest renown stepping...

Full bracket Batgirl (6) [IMG] Sidekick to: Batman and Robin Advantages: Motorcycle and combat skills. Hot. Disadvantages: Could be...

Full bracket Robin (1) [IMG] Sidekick to: Batman Advantages: Perhaps the most famous sidekick. Ever. Eventually got his own comic. Cool...

Winner is #16 seed in Superhero/Comic Book region. Play-in Game Jan, Jace and Blip [IMG] Sidekicks to: Space Ghost Advantages: Jet...

64 of the greatest second bananas of all time rumble on ThePhins.com until only one is left standing to claim the title of Best. Sidekick. Evah....

Could we get this added ... I dunno ... before the Lost season finale? :wink2:

Fascinating read.

Home run.

July 18, Charter One Pavilion in Chicago. My mom is getting Mrs. Z and I killer seats for our anniversary. :woot:

http://www.darkhorizons.com/news08/080424n.php :woot:

http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/23935931/ His mouth to Roger Goodell's ear. I would be dancing in the streets of Springfield, Ill., were this to...

Nothing sensational, but an interesting read: http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/24161006/

Interesting to me in that, as opposed to a tortilla, seeing an image of Jesus in a hospital actually could be inspiring....

Surely I'm not the only one who hadn't seen this. [media]

NASCAR romance novels Yes, you read that right. No, I'm not kidding. Yes, there is more than one. I don't know what's funnier: The fact...

Who knew such things existed? Great job as always, staff. :up:

Peter King's column, which I always hit first thing in the morning -- and I usually enjoy, whether I agree with it or not -- is particularly meaty...

I hadn't been able to quite put my finger on it, but there's a great discussion of it here.

Steve Sykes Freelance Steve (dot) Sykes (dot) Freelance (at) g-mail (dot) com "Get your word's worth!" Specializing in ad copy and feature...

Third graders plot to harm teacher

So a friend of mine who knows I do some freelance writing shoots me an IM. The conversation goes something like this: My friend: I got an...

I'm going book shopping at Barnes & Noble tonight, and I need a recommendation for a good page-turner. I usually gravitate toward sci-fi, but I'm...

[media] [media]

Don't ask. Just click. [media]

[IMG] Hello, everybody! This is Harry Caray speaking to you from the beautiful afterlife! It's time to wear your die-hard heart on your...

I'm a huge fan of Beck's lyrics: In the time of chimpanzees, I was a monkey I'm glad I got my suit dry-cleaned before the riots started I...

I may have to turn in my man card for this, but I just got done watching "Enchanted" on DVD, and I really recommend it. Disney makes fun of...

Here's a handy thumbnail sketch of what the most celebrated group of Dolphins ever are up to. 1972 Dolphins: Where are they now? (courtesy...

Could someone take a swipe and fixing the background in my avy to blend in with our shiny new colors?

Entertainment Weekly has 'em. And I must admit, after having no initial interest in seeing this, I am now officially intrigued.

Mechanix Illustrated took a shot at it in 1968.

Tiger Woods is apparently threw a hissy fit over shutter clicks during his swing at the recent Doral tournament. Golfers, what do you think?...

I thought of Pagan when I read this.

I know we're all looking in every nook and cranny for draft dish goodness. This article is about two weeks old, but it has some good info. The...