Gigapan - Amazing Gigapixel Pictures

With the evolution of digital technology, it's normal to expect pictures that are in mega-pixels of resolution. In fact, today's handheld devices have megapixel (MP) cameras, and probably even the low-end devices come with upwards of 1MP.

Technology, though is taking another stride - and we have pictures now in the Giga - yes, that's GIGA - pixel range! To experience what kind of resolution this can result in, take a look at Gigapan.org.

Here, you can find truly high-definition panoramic pictures that take photography to a new level.

PS: There's some interesting stuff in some of the pics there - and you'll have to observe closely to figure out if it's believable or indeed incredible!

Graduation Ceremony in Second Life

Second Life, a project by Linden Labs, is a virtual world where people can create 'virtual' avatars, and it's becoming a popular platform using which folks create virtual identities and shop, play and even work!

On June 10, 2009, The Byrant & Stratton School hosted the first online graduation ceremony.
Here's the CNN/iReport story.

Fortune 500 Companies

Here's a useful listing of the Fortune Global 500 (2008) Companies.



The top 10 in the 2008 list are:
1. Walmart
2. Exxon Mobil
3. Royal Dutch Shell
4. BP
5. Toyota Motors.
6. Chevron
7. ING Group
8. Total
9. General Motors
10. Conoco Philips

Hmm - it would be interesting to see who comes in at #9 in place of GM, in 2009, and possibly a few others in the entire list.

For the complete list, please visit: Global 500 - Full List

Aerial Ads - A New Approach to Branding

The Flag Corporation is offering Aerial Advertising in India for the first time.

Here's a nice video of what aerial advertising is about, and it's advantages.

(Great background score!)

Paper Art

Here's a nice blog that showcases some very neat paper art creations: