Cell Phone Tech Changing Animal Tracking

by Erik Olsen on

Pretty fascinating story on engadget. Scientists are
starting to use cell phone technology to track animals. Already
SMS technolgy is being used via GSM/GPS collars to follow
beasts in the wild, but this new system is reportedly cheaper. It uses cell phone
SIM cards.

A trial is set for next month that will enable researchers to track dolphins off the coast of South Africa. But you
know how smart dolphins can be. Hopefully Flipper won’t hack the system to make long-distance calls to his brethren in
California. (OK, bad joke)

Murray Kaufman’s Dive Photos

by Erik Olsen on

Over at Divester I posted about a photographer I just discovered online named
Murray Kaufman. Kaufman is obviously a very talented photographer, has been published a million places and is the
photographic force behind  four nationally syndicated calendars.  He is also a doctor in Los Angeles.
Impressive. Anyway, check out his work at Murray Kaufman Photography.

Eric Cheng’s Dive Video

by Erik Olsen on

Eric Cheng, one of our favorite online dive dudes has just posted a
really phenomenal dive video of Apataki Pass in French
Polynesia. I am amazed (and wildly jealous) how Eric seems to get so much time to dive, but what can I say, he runs one
of the best dive Web sites around, Wetpixel, and I’m glad he finds the time for
all this shooting and posting.

Monterey Aquarium

by Erik Olsen on

The LA Times is
happy to report that the Monterey Aquarium is getting a serious makeover. 

The aquarium is pretty much one of the country’s best and was visited by nearly 2 million last year. Thanks to
outside funding, they are giving the well-known exhibits an $11-million makeover, the biggest since the aquarium opened
in 1984.

ipod gear: Otterbox

by Erik Olsen on

If you spend much time outside messing about with your ipod, you know how risky it can be
to listen to your music and be active. I was kayaking with mine recently and it slipped off my vest where I had it
clipped and almost fell into the water. I almost lost $500 just like that.

Is there a solution? You bet. The OtterBox for iPod
20G & 30/40/60G, is a waterproof, interactive case that lets you access controls through a durable, and relatively
compact design. The OtterBox is innovative, but aesthetically appealing. The Otterbox is impact resistant, so it’s not
going to withstand a mountain biking wipeout at 30 mph, but just might survive falling out of your hand while you
jog.  A convenient belt clip provides headphone cable management. This is a great new ipod innovation, and an
ideal solution for traveling ipodders.