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Updated for Blu-ray: Much improved picture and extras for new edition of classic film,
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This review is from: Chinatown (Special Collector's Edition) (DVD)
A remarkable film noir classic, "Chinatown" finally gets the deluxe treatment it deserves on Blu-ray.
Blu-Ray: The Blu-ray looks quite nice. There is grain evident throughout but it isn't obstrusive staying true to the "look" of the original film and films of the time. Detail is quite nice throughout with my only complaint a bit heavy handed DNR on occasion in some scenes but that, again, could be justified if the grain was wildy inconsistent from shot to shot. The transfer walks the fine line of providing us with a sharp looking transfer that doesn't fall into the DNR pit of plastic skin and textures so smooth they rob the film of detail.
It appears that the print used for the previous DVD (and quite possibly the same transfer although I haven't been able to confirm this)was also the source for this edition of the film on Blu-ray. It's also possible this is an older HD transfer (again, I haven't been able to confirm when it was done) which might explain the look of the film for BD. either way, "Chinatown" looks quite good although purists might quibble with the amount of visibile grain and texture at times.
The audio is spectacular for the film.
As near as I can tell all of the extras from the previous special edition have largely been ported over which is good and bad--it would be nice to have some nice extras perhaps something looking at the film within the context of the original proposed trilogy a bit more or with hindsight in relation to the under rated sequelThe Two Jakes (Special Collector's Edition) which seemed to inherent the production trouble that was largely avoided on "Chinatown".
We get the audio commentary with writer Robert Towne being interviewed by film director David Fincher; the feature length documentary "Water and Power" about the inspiration for the film; a half hour documentary "Chinatown: An Appreciation"; "Chinatown: The Beginning", "Chinatown: The Filming" and "Chinatown: The Legacy all addressing the issues surrounding shooting, reception and where it stands in film history and as entertainment. We also get the original theatrical trailer and, although my edition is missing it, reportedly there is a booklet with stills and info on the film.
Bottom Line: Is this worth buying again? It depends on your TV and how good it displays high def and, more importantly, how important THIS film is to you. "Chinatown" has always been one of my Top 10 Films of all time so for me it was a no brainer.
DVD: The latest edition of "Chinatown" has much better contrast, a cleaner, richer looking transfer that more accurately captures a pristine theatrical presentation of the film. The anamorphic transfer has a bit more information on the sides than in the previous edition suggesting that it was cropped slightly differently (and I can't say which is truer to the original this edition or the previous one). Audio features the same 5.1 Dolby Digital mix that was a highlight of the first edition. We also get a cleaned up original mono soundtrack for purists. Both sound very good with the 5.1 featuring a nice dynamic mix.
This new edition is a marked improvement over the previous DVD version(s) and highly recommended.
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Initial post: Oct 27, 2007 4:25:28 AM PDT
Ernest Diamond says:
Thanks for the review-it motivated me to purchase this dvd -Chinatown.
In reply to an earlier post on Nov 12, 2008 11:55:19 AM PST
I wouldn't agree with all your comments regarding the "improvements." There's now too much contrast. Some details, such as in the scene where Nicholson meets with John Hillerman in what used to be Mulwray's office, are so dark they look like they're standing in a cave. Something between this remaster and the last one would have been perfect.
In reply to an earlier post on Nov 13, 2008 8:55:54 AM PST
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I didn't say the transfer was perfect nor did I state that it was ideal--I just stated that it was better than the previous edition which was at the other extreme. Personally, you can always alter the contrast on your TV (it looks fine on mine). To each his own...it looks just fine on my DVD, Blu-ray player and upscaled it looks just fine as well. Since the remaster got the OK (if I recall correctly from Polanski and the DP) from those involved in the production, I can only assume that's how they wanted it to look.
In reply to an earlier post on Dec 31, 2008 6:36:52 AM PST
I didn't say you said the transfer was "perfect." Where do you see that?
Nowhere in the packaging does it say Polanski gave this reissue his okay. Where do you see that?
As for the DP, John Alonzo, he's long dead, so I doubt he gave his okay.
In reply to an earlier post on Dec 31, 2008 12:18:22 PM PST
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"Something between this remaster and the last one would have been perfect."
I was just responding to your post. As you accurately point out Alonzo (a brilliant DP by the way) passed away in 2001 (my mistake). A mind-slip to so speak as I had thought he had passed away in 2007 for some reason.
We all know that Paramount used a medium to ask Alonzo's spirit for the Ok. Seriously, you've already made it clear you didn't like it. I do. It's a matter of opinion. It reminds me audiophiles quibbling over how a remastered CD sounds. As to Polanski giving his OK I seem to remember reading that he saw the new digital high definition transfer before it was produced for the DVD. I didn't state that it was on the packaging just read my post.
Perhaps the Blu-ray will more accurately reflect the film (it's been so long since I saw in theaters I don't recall how dark that sequence looked). I do like this transfer on the whole better than the previous one for the reasons previously mentioned.
By the way, your review on the complete Beethoven String Quartet is right on the money.
In reply to an earlier post on Oct 10, 2009 11:39:42 AM PDT
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> By the way, your review on the complete Beethoven String Quartet is right on the money.
Which set of the complete quartets? I've written reviews to many, though I'm in the process of deleting them all. Amazon does not make that easy!
Posted on Jan 15, 2010 7:27:57 AM PST
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I respectfully disagree.
Of course this is the case--all DP's and director's know that their work will look different with time however any restoration of a film is just an attempt to give the film the intended look when it was first released because that's the original way that a director or DP meant it to be seen. Most make the attempt to make the film look the best it can possibly look and then move on hoping it will retain most of that quality but they have no influence over presentation beyond the first presentation of the finished work (and even then there are variables). For example, if the film is damaged, scratched, ripped, has a repaired tear, the sound falls out of synch none of these things are elements that a filmmaker can prepare for and they can only hope for the best that it won't happen and that the studio will prevent it from happening by sending out new prints when older ones are damaged.Also, there are multiple copies of this and, again, filmmakers cannot prepare for the variables involved in multiple copies or even which copy is used for a transfer, if the correct aspect ratio is prepared for, etc.
All of that (as we can see from the remaster Blu-ray for "The French Connection" where Friedkin radically altered the look of the film claiming that digital now allowed him to achieve his original vision or even "North by Northwest" where some fans have complained that it is too dark compared to the original DVD--but this darkness masked some of the shortcomings of the sets matching the ideal look based on comparisons to vintage surviving prints) is subjective. The fact is that artists can't anticipate how badly a film will degrade and their ideal presentation will/would be how it looked when they first showed it to audiences.
I doubt that MA believed his artwork would survive and be regarded as well as it is today. He may have hoped that but art is a transitory and temporary snapshot into the past. Nevertheless, our first impression of any work of art will be that which we most cherish even if it wasn't what the artist intended to communicate. To try and recapture that original impression IS important because that's what the artist envisioned when he/she originally created the work. I don't believe an attempt to recapture (and any attempt to do so will be limited by our resources for comparison) the lost image quality of any work of art is futile and we should try and prevent the work from being lost to the ravages of time. An artist can only truly see the work within their time frame, i.e., their lifetime and very few artists probably anticipated their work would survive for a long period of time outside of that lifetime although I'm sure they would hope. They know there are so many variables and to focus on anything but the work within its timeframe would be distracting at the least and futile at the most since they can't influence how suceeding generations see it no matter how hard they try.
Even digital has an element of time to it where the original digital image can be damaged or degraded the point here is that if a film can be restored recapturing some of its original luster, it's imported to try and restore any film to a look as close as possible to the original work.
Any time you present a work of art in another medium that the artist couldn't possibly anticipate you run the risk of altering it in ways they couldn't prepare for. Film restoration for home video and a digital medium the artist could never foresee and therefore couldn't prepare for is essential in trying to preserve some of the original quality of presentation and, in effect, captures a snapshot in time that reflects the artist's intention.
Thanks for your comments.
Posted on Jan 15, 2010 5:38:36 PM PST
L Bastet says:
Great, thorough review It answered all my questions, especially about the extras, which weights the most on my purchase decision. Thanks!!
In reply to an earlier post on Jan 15, 2010 8:10:04 PM PST
Thanks for the comment and you're welcome!
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David Schoenfield (1:01 PM)
Hurry up, the Lonnie Chisenhall bandwagon is getting full ...
Nate (Waynesboro, PA)
I heard that Chuck Norris wears a Gregory Polanco jersey.
David Schoenfield (1:02 PM)
I'll be watching ... but I think the hype is a little much. I see a potentially good player, a guy who will make some All-Star teams, but I'm not sure he's going to be a superstar.
James (England)
Who are your biggest disapointments, team and players, of the season so far?
David Schoenfield (1:03 PM)
Definitely the Rays on a team level. I believe they were my World Series pick from the AL. Players? Hmm ... how about Justin Verlander? Not that he's terrible but it's a big drop from where he was just a couple years ago or even last October.
Tarek (NYC)
Can we have a moment of silence for the NY Rangers 2014 Season.... And the 2014 TB Rays season!
Adam (NY)
What are the numbers on Cory Kluber's curveball? It looks absolutely nasty
David Schoenfield (1:04 PM)
Indeed. Batters hitting .107 against -- two doubles, no home runs, 47 strikeouts in 79 PAs.
Matthew Sciannella (DC)
The demise of the nationals has been greatly exaggerated, no?
David Schoenfield (1:05 PM)
Yes, it appears so. Keep in mind all the games they lost to injury early on -- Zimmerman, Ramos and Harper. I still think they have the most talent in the NL East.
Todd (Barbados)
Who will be the odd man out when Harper comes back? Zimmerman has pretty much said he's done at 3B. Is it Span who is actually been hitting very well lately and his defense is great.
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The unknown is if Matt Williams is willing to play Harper in center field. His metrics were actually pretty good there as a rookie in 2012 so I'd think he'd be fine, but you may not want to take a defensive hit in center (Span vs. Harper) AND left (Zimmerman). So you probably end up rotating Span/Zimmerman/LaRoche in and out of the lineup.
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Draw more walks and strike out less.
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Hi Dave, just everyone's weekly chat reminder that the SF Giants are 42-22, good for first place in the NL West division, 8.5 games up on the Dodgers, and have the best record in ALL of MLB.
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I'll admit that they're better than I thought. I love the move of Ryan Braun into the two-spot in the lineup and moving up Lucroy. Sure, with the Reds and Pirates still looking mediocre (even the Cardinals have questions), Brewers are a solid bet for the playoffs right now. Still worry about depth if injuries should hit.
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Mariners need to get a couple bats as they can't rely on shutouts all season. So, yes, I think Kemp is a worthy gamble with the Dodgers picking up some of the salary. I don't think he'd be all that expensive to acquire and the Dodgers need to clear out a guy to make room for Pederson.
Joe (Canada)
The AL East race is over. Finished. At long last, playoff baseball shall return to Toronto. Octobers are quite nice in Toronto, David. See you there.
David Schoenfield (1:18 PM)
That's a lot of confidence for a fan whose team hasn't made the playoffs in 21 years. Anyway ... I would to love cover a playoff series in Toronto. Especially if it's against the Mariners.
Dan (New York)
How badly do you think Price's trade value has been hurt compared to the off season due to the slow start and him being half a season closer to Free Agency? Can't fault the Rays for thinking they were going to be good this year and holding onto him though.
David Schoenfield (1:18 PM)
Not much at all, if anything. His strikeout/walk ratio is 111 to 10. I think that's pretty good.
Eric (Chicago)
David, who gets traded first: Price or Samardjzia? Could you see the Mariners in play for Price?
David Schoenfield (1:21 PM)
I think they both get traded in late July. I think I mentioned the Mariners as a sleeper candidate for Price. Their fifth starters have been terrible and Chris Young hasn't remained healthy in how many years and you may not be able to count on Walker and/or Paxton. So if you can't upgrade the offense maybe you do go for a pitcher. That said, Price will be expensive and the Mariners lack high-level MLB-ready prospects (excluding Walker and Paxton).
Adam (NY)
Will the A's make a move at this deadline? If so, who do they deal for?
David Schoenfield (1:21 PM)
Second base has been their one nightmare. How good would Chase Utley look for them?
Cue that 2-18 stretch for Toronto now that they're getting ahead of themselves.
Matt (Doylestown)
What do you think the Phillies record will be this year? And what players from the Phillies would you sell at the trade deadline?
David Schoenfield (1:21 PM)
100 losses. Everyone except Hamels.
Brandon (Atlanta) [via mobile]
Is it possible that we will see three all stars from, dare I say it... The Indians? Kluber, Brantley and Chisenhall, as soon as his ab's make him official he'll be leading a lot of offensive categories. And Brantley and Kluber are the most underated players in the AL?
David Schoenfield (1:24 PM)
Chisenhall may get blocked mainly because of his position. Say Donaldson wins the fan vote and the players vote in Longoria as the backup. I guess he could make it as a third guy at third base since their isn't another strong candidate with Beltre and Machado not playing as well as last year.
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David Schoenfield (1:24 PM)
I have it on!
Matt (Doylestown)
You think they'll lose 100 games? Wow I thought you'd say 90. And I don't think that I'd trade Utley because a lot of people want him to be a Phillie for life.
David Schoenfield (1:25 PM)
I would trade him but they probably won't. As for 100, they're on pace for 96, playing worse and will likely trade away some assets.
Jon (DC)
Nats rotation last 6 starts: 47ks v. 0 bbs. Unprecedented in history of baseball.
David Schoenfield (1:26 PM)
Jon (DC)
Tanner Roark for NL ROY? He's eligible but overlooked.
David Schoenfield (1:26 PM)
Not eligible. Too many innings last year.
Andres (GA)
I really liked your McCutchen piece ... that being said, rank these for the next 5 years: McCutchen, Puig, Stanton, Harper and Gomez.
David Schoenfield (1:28 PM)
You left out future Hall of Famer Gregory Polanco ... McCutchen is the SAFEST of those, but I'd probably go Puig/Stanton (toss-up), Harper, Cutch, Gomez, if only because of age.
Jeremy (Arlington)
Looks like your prediction of the Mariners finishing ahead of the Rangers was a year early.....you must have a crystal ball that is off by one year....seriously....19 times using the disabled list by the beginning of June? Nolan Ryan curse....pure and simple
Rich (Los Angeles) [via mobile]
Read the story about the Indians and diamondview, think it predicted this year for Chisenhall? I understand he's a 25 year old 1st rounder, but he was awful everytime he got called up!
David Schoenfield (1:30 PM)
I think the thing we all forgot is that he's still just 25 and had fewer than 700 PAs entering the season. Even though he'd been up and down for three years and still didn't have a lot of experience. That said, he's not THIS good, of course -- he's still chasing a lot of pitches out the zone and I think that will eventually start dragging down his numbers, kind of Josh Hamilton effect. Unless he can correct that, of course.
Rick (Round Hill, Virginia)
Dave, what about the Tigers trading for Huston Street?
David Schoenfield (1:31 PM)
Hmm, possible, I suppose if they don't think Nathan can bounce back from his struggles. I'd be wary of Street, however: How much is he a product of good numbers because of Petco?
Tim (AZ)
Mariners need pitching and hitting. Any chance they take a chance on BJ and Floyd from the Braves?
David Schoenfield (1:33 PM)
I don't think the Braves trade B.J. They value his defense and don't really have a good fourth outfielder behind the Uptons and Heyward.
Matt (Toronto)
What would the Jays need to give up for Jason Hammel? I think he is a better target considering the cost for Samardzija. Cheers
David Schoenfield (1:34 PM)
His price is really going up with the numbers he's putting up. Have to think the Cubs will ask for a couple Grade B-type prospects at least. He's pitching better than Garza was last year, for example, and the Cubs got a pretty good haul.
Eddie (Fresno)
Who in their right mind would trade for Matt Kemp, no matter how much money the Dodgers pick up? An injury prone malcontent who stopped hitting 3 years ago isn't worth the trouble, even if it's for free.
David Schoenfield (1:37 PM)
Is he a malcontent? Maybe he's not the friendliest, happiest guy out there, but I don't see what's wrong with a player saying he wants to play. Maybe a change of scenery. But .. I agree, a huge risk and GMs don't usually like to take risks. But it's also a risk that could pay off. And for a team like Seattle he'd still be an upgrade even if he just hits like he has so far.
Charlie (Boston)
Huston Street ERA+ this year: 316!
David Schoenfield (1:38 PM)
Yeah, I know ... but 2.88 FIP. 4.92 FIP last year. Could be great, but could be mediocre in a different park.
Tarek (NYC)
I rather trade for Kemp than Crawford.
David Schoenfield (1:39 PM)
Exactly. Crawford has no upside. At least you could dream on Kemp. Again, I wouldn't do it unless the Dodgers paid off $40 million or so of the ~$100 million he's owed.
Todd (Philly)
Speaking about Carl Crawford...is his contract looking worse than Vernon Wells at this point? Wells received an awful lot of criticism considering he was in lesser media markets for much of the contracts....thoughts?
David Schoenfield (1:40 PM)
Would have to look at all the numbers, but it has to compare. Still has three more years at $20M per. Yuck.
Cliff (Nashville) [via mobile]
Could the Indians use Fransisco Lindor for a top of the rotation guy this year?
David Schoenfield (1:41 PM)
They're not trading Lindor.
Joe (Tampa)
David, the real issue for the Rays is Friedman has no idea how to draft a positional player. From 2008 on his drafts have been complete garbage. This is roster of slow players with no power and nothing coming from the system. Bad times.
David Schoenfield (1:42 PM)
Yep, there is certainly the possibility the Rays strung this out as long as they could and this is just the beginning of a dark period. Look, I can see them doing better next year with Cobb, Archer, a better Odorizzi and a healthy Myers, but as you point out, it's a club with a lot of issues and not much coming up in the system.
Steven (Raleigh)
You wouldn't trade Hamels? If you're going for a rebuild, go for it. Hamels is really the only guy who could net them near-MLB, All Star-potential prospects like the Shields-Myers trade. What's the point of keeping an expensive 30 year-old pitcher if you're rebuilding the whole team around him?
David Schoenfield (1:44 PM)
Hamels could still be there the next time the Phillies are good. You can't say that about Utley, Rollins and Lee. But I can certainly see the argument to trade him.
Dan (New York)
What would the Rays attendance look like in a dark period? I can't see this being good for a move into Tampa.
David Schoenfield (1:45 PM)
I was watching the game yesterday and in the ninth inning, Mariners announcer Dave Sims said, "This is the quietest I've ever heard in an MLB ballpark." Of course, he didn't go to games in the Kingdome in the '80s like I did.
B Mand (Sarasota, FL)
Not sure how likely this is to happen, but IF the Red Sox realize they are out of it and trade off some players, which players could fetch something decent in return without mortgaging the future?
David Schoenfield (1:46 PM)
Lester (free agent) would be the guy to get the biggest haul. But I think they'll get back in this thing and not sure Toronto runs away with the East.
Gus (Boston)
Please tell me that once the Wilpons' binky (Bud Selig) is out of office, the new commissioner will actually take a look at how and why a team in the largest market in the country has one of the 7 lowest payrolls in all of baseball and might actually, you know, do something about it.
David Schoenfield (1:47 PM)
FORCE a team to spend money? Good luck.
Tarek (NYC)
Archer, Moore, Cobb Ozz.... Myers and Longo..... Rays will still have talent but will need to trade Price and maybe Zobrist to get young hitters. I'm sure next year they will contend for wild card. Also they have the best manager in baseball.
David Schoenfield (1:47 PM)
How about Price and Zobrist to the Mariners? Seattle could play Zobrist at shortstop or outfield and bat him second. They really need somebody in front of Cano.
Dan (New York)
Machado is getting a 5 game suspension. Per both Tim Brown and Joel Sherman
David Schoenfield (1:48 PM)
Well, that's what I wrote the other day. A little surprised it's not more. Interestingly, I was on Baltimore radio yesterday and their host was calling for a 10-game suspension.
Andrew (Houston)
George Springer - is Mike Cameron a good comp? Strikes out a lot, walks a lot, hits for power, athletic, fast.
David Schoenfield (1:49 PM)
Yep, it works. Cameron an elite center fielder on defense, however. Springer may actually have MORE power potential. But I like the comp.
Chuck Schmerr (Victoria, BC)
Hi David! I'm confused here - so what you're saying - half-dozen games up on a mediocre AL East, but the Jays shouldn't feel the least bit confident because they havn't been in the playoffs for 21 years. Why should the last two decades make any difference to the playoff chances of this year's team?
David Schoenfield (1:51 PM)
No, I'm saying Mark Buehrle isn't going to have a 2.04 ERA all season, I'm worried about Drew Hutchison wearing down at some point, the fourth and fifth starters and the middle relief. Would I pick the Jays at this point? Yes. But hardly a lock.
Ryan (St Pete)
Price and Zobrist to the Mariners for what? Nobody wants Nick Franklin. Surely Walker would have to be involved.
David Schoenfield (1:53 PM)
Yeah, realistically, not a good match. Most of Seattle's top prospect are young arms in the lower minors. Somebody else has more to offer for Price (and considering Walker's shoulder, he's probably not that attractive to the Rays right now).
Arte (Anaheim)
Stop talking about the Mariners. We all know you're a huge fan of them but no one else cares. No need to base your whole chat on the MARINERS.
David Schoenfield (1:53 PM)
Hey, I keep getting Mariners questions ...
Tom (NYC)
Sure they can't force them to spend money, but there has to be something the Commissioner can do about the Wilpons hoarding hundreds of millions of dollars, owning one of the most valuable teams in baseball, and continually devaluing it on purpose. I know they can't set a floor for payroll for obvious reasons, but what can they do?
David Schoenfield (1:55 PM)
OK, but ... should the commissioner's office have gotten on the Astros -- who play in one of the biggest markets -- for not spending anything the past three years and undoubtedly making millions in profits? And as many teams have proven, simply spending money isn't necessarily a fix.
Scott (Westminster, CO)
Huston Street, he of the 82 mph heater and the loudest outs to record a save..when he was a Rockie I felt like everytime he got three outs, the other team did something wrong..
Brian (NYC)
That famous ESPN Northwest bias!
Andrew (Toronto)
Chickens...not hatched...Jays fans counting...
Gus (Boston)
I'm not saying the new commissioner won't force the Wilpons to spend but can't he take a good, hard look at their finances and see if they're even able to support the franchise?
David Schoenfield (1:56 PM)
Yes, that scenario is more likely.
Mario (Boston)
Red Sox should trade for Jeff Samardjzia incase Lester bails to Free agency. Or are they looking at someone like Max S. if Lester walks?
David Schoenfield (1:57 PM)
I would think both options would be considered. It's fun to have money.
JJ (Liberty Twp, OH)
Not sure why Tampa becoming Tampa again is all that surprising. They spent a decade drafting at the top of the first round every year, and got good players. When they stopped getting the top picks, they stopped getting good players. Joe Maddon isn't Connie Mack; he's just another 50 year old guy dressed in silly pants.
Gerard (PA)
Do baseball people undervalue enthusiasm in winning games? Last year was a downright depressing year for the Jays, Astros and Marlins. This year, they're energetic and having fun, and they're playing better. And with the exception of Houston, this year's roster is almost identical to last year's.
JJ (Chicago) [via mobile]
A lot of questions about the Indians and Mariners who won't even be close to the playoffs come September. How good is Jose Abreu
David Schoenfield (1:58 PM)
Very good. But would like to see the OBP improve before I declare him a top-five first baseman.
Matt (Steinway)
The Mets reportedly could not afford to sign a backup catcher this offseason. A BACKUP CATCHER. There is no way MLB can honestly say the franchise doesn't have severe money issues.
Tarek (NYC)
I care about the Mariners, and Im a yankee fan. Nothing wrong with David talking about his team. It's not like we are paying for this chat.... P.S. I still hate Edgar and Cora.
David Schoenfield (1:59 PM)
Thanks, Tarek. Your check is in the mail. Disappointed we're going to miss the Tanaka-Iwakuma matchup tonight because of yesterday's rainout.
Robert (NSM)
Most of the energy in a thrown bat is rotational instead of linear, which means it?s not traveling fast when it reaches you, which means you can probably dodge it or deflect it, and if you can?t it won?t hit you very hard. A player charging the mound and using his fists is much more dangerous.
David Schoenfield (2:00 PM)
True enough. People forget all the brawls we had in the '70s, '80s and into the early '90s. Those were very dangerous. Real brawls. Not the "Where are you going for dinner after the game?" bench-clearing get-togethers we have now. That said ... Machado was dumb and deserves the suspension.
Buddy (Peoria, IL)
Whoever said the Mets couldn't afford to sign a backup catcher is lying. Just like the Cubs are lying about their money "problems." Why not just say, "we have the money but we're not going to spend it until we think we're closer to winning," or words to that effect?
Nick (Naples) [via mobile]
Is Sandy Alomar Jr. the next Girardi/Ausmus? If Tito lets him go that is
David Schoenfield (2:01 PM)
I think he'll get a job soon. Very highly regarded.
Mike (OH)
Jose Abreu is overrated and the White Sox will be farther from the playoffs than both the Indians and Mariners. I helped David out and answered your question for him.
Andrew (Toronto)
Not that I wish anything good upon the Red Sox, but wouldn't an off year benefit them long term? They've still got the glow of winning last year, and not contending this season won't tempt management to trade all the young talent in their system for a short term fix.
David Schoenfield (2:02 PM)
If I had to guess, the Red Sox wouldn't have done that anyway.
Matt (Steinway)
The Astros were always very honest and forthcoming with their fans about the total rebuild going on. The Mets have publicly claimed consistently since 2009 that not only are they not rebuilding, but that they have no financial constraints whatsoever, and that any decision not to spend was Alderson's alone. Every few weeks there's more evidence that they just flat out lie. The Astro's rebuilding plan is showing visible signs of success. The Mets? Not so much.
Patrick (Brooklyn) [via mobile]
Any chance of getting more frequent sweetspot tv? Why was the sweetspot tv studio downgraded? Does it air on actual espn, or just the internet? Who is going to win the World Cup?
David Schoenfield (2:04 PM)
We'll be back in the regular studio in a few weeks. We opened a new digital center and people are getting trained on that, so we don't have people available to work in the studio we usually use. The videos air on the web and mobile only. But we have two videos today -- one on Cuddyer and the Rockies and this week's Rapid Fire segment. We'll have one tomorrow on bad leadoff hitters and one for Thursday on the AL Cy Young race. Thanks for watching!
James (Providence)
Thoughts on Bogaerts? Does he ultimately stay at 3B? If so, does his bat play at 3B, long-term?
David Schoenfield (2:05 PM)
His bat does play there but I think he's back at shortstop next year.
Ian (OK)
I think Mauer has to be the most disappointing player this year.
Ron (North Dakota)
Worst contract right now? How about Mauer? Once he moved from catcher to first he has to show some semblance of power. 2 HRs and only 15 RBIS, even though I know how RBIS are team driven. He's striking out a lot and can't get a hit with someone in scoring position. Is there something still lingering from the concussion? He couldn't have fell off the wagon that quick otherwise. what do you think?
David Schoenfield (2:06 PM)
Could be the concussion. No reason I can think of why he should suddenly decline. Only 31, was great last year. Twins fans? Any other insights?
Matt (Steinway)
The actual wording used by the Mets re: backup catcher was that they "chose to allocate their resources elsewhere". This is consistent with the pattern of Alderson not being given a consistent budget to work with and all player aquisitions being forced to be made in a vacuum. He's done a solid job with the farm system. I can only imagine what he could do if he was only given a solid budget to work with.
Manny M. (Baltimore)
I can't believe Donaldson didn't get punished for his overly enthusiastic tag!
David Schoenfield (2:08 PM)
How dare hetag a player running to third! Doesn't he know about the unwritten rule about not tagging a young phenom with a big attitude who is coming off a knee injury?
Adam (KC) [via mobile]
Kluber v Ventura tonight, should be good, who ya got?
David Schoenfield (2:08 PM)
Good one. But Kluber is rolling right now and the Royals stink, so I'll go with him.
Mike P (Greater Kc metro)
Knowing that Billy Butler's contract is up at years end and the club option is for 14 million, is he traded at the deadline. Also the Mike Moustakas to the minors project lasted a week, once Valencia comes back does Moose go back to triple a or will another roster spot be made to keep him in KC.
David Schoenfield (2:09 PM)
Nobody wants Butler right now the way he's hitting. I think Moose goes back to Triple-A, no? Unless he started hitting and I missed it.
Jon (Waukesha)
Were you around for the infamous brawl(s) between the Brewers and Mariners back in the day? Any memories?
David Schoenfield (2:10 PM)
Yep. I remember listening to the big one on the radio. Will never forget the late, great Dave Niehaus after the first part of the brawl had broken up, suddenly shouting "And here come Gene Harris leading the relievers out of the bullpen!" I think the relievers had gone back to the bullpen and then suddenly charged back out. At least, that's the way I want to remember it.
David Schoenfield (2:11 PM)
I think there's a great photo out there of a bloodied Brewers manager Tom Trebelhorn.
Mike (OH)
Polanco would look nice batting #2 in front of Cutch tonight, right?
David Schoenfield (2:11 PM)
Haven't seen any lineup yet. Does he hit leadoff?
Heath (Riverside)
Stop complaining about not being able to afford a back up catcher Mets fans. You got Bartolo Colon and get to see his awesome batting skills
Mike (Portland)
Since the media seems to have ignored Strasburg's dismantling of the Giants on the road, how do you think the rest of the series goes? Fister vs. Bumgarner tonight should be a great matchup.
David Schoenfield (2:12 PM)
Games on the West Coast don't exists. But I do need to do a Nationals blog soon. They're looking much better. Tonight? I'll go Nats in a 2-1 game.
Jeff (Great Neck)
If you think a hard tag was bad, the Mets were throwing at Pence over the weekend because he "swung too hard". I'm sorry, I didn't know swinging too hard was in the unwritten rulebook.
David Schoenfield (2:14 PM)
Oh, Jeff, you have so much to learn. Have you heard about the one about "Don't steal when you're up by five runs"? Or "Don't walk across the pitcher's mound if your name is Alex Rodriguez"? And ...
Phil (Hartford Ct)
How about David Price to the Cardinals for Shelby Miller and Matt Adams?
David Schoenfield (2:14 PM)
Hmm, intriguing ...
Gardy (MN)
Rumors are that Mauer may still have lingering issues from an early bout with back spasms. Other rumors actually have him made of porcelain.
Buddy (Peoria, IL)
Cubs management during interview: "If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be?"Tom Trebelhorn: "A Cubs tree!"Cubs management: "Hire that man immediately!"
Brian McCann (New York)
If anyone has any questions about the unwritten rules of baseball, I'm an expert and here to help!
Jeremy (Arlington)
who says no...Price and Zobrist to the Rangers for Odor, Gallo, Chirinos, and chi chi gonzalez
David Schoenfield (2:15 PM)
I don't think the Rangers make a big move like that. They're not better than the A's, so why strip your farm system for a slim chances of getting into the wild card game?
Tarek (NYC)
They need to get more video of some of those brawls. I found a picture online of Winfield about to choke slam Heath the catcher from A's. No video though.
Rob (Frankfort, IL)
When is a realistic time table for Addison Russell? The A's could use a SS...Lowrie isn't getting the job done...
David Schoenfield (2:17 PM)
Russell JUST returned from his injury. At this point, not sure we'll see him this year unless he really tears it up over the next 6-7 weeks.
K. Morales (Minnesota)
Will I help? If I do okay and we're out of it in July, will I be flipped at the deadline? It won't take much to fill Kubel's shoes! Can I go .280/.350/.450 with 15-20 bombs the rest of the way?
David Schoenfield (2:18 PM)
Sure. And, yes, I'll predict you'll eventually be traded.
JP (Columbus, OH)
Yes, Polanco is batting 2nd tonight. CONFIRMED.
Dan (Toronto)
Mauer might just be having problems adjusting to not being as involved in the game as he was as a catcher. The last two seasons (2012/2013) of splits data shows he always had his highest OPS when playing catcher. Granted it doesn't explain this drastic a decline.
Matt H (Oakland)
Any chance the A's try to land Zobrist? Would fill the second base hole and he perfectly represents the mold of their 'ideal player' with being able to play a ton of positions
David Schoenfield (2:19 PM)
I'm sure they'll ask, especially since his contract is appropriately A's-sized.
Buddy (Peoria, IL)
An oldie but a goodie...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MLkIwnQIw4
John (Cincinnati, Oh)
All the time I spent wanting Dusty fired, I should have spent demanding Jocketty getting canned instead. Live and learn I guess.
Ray (Virginia) [via mobile]
Maybe it's just me, but Strasburg seems to be some quietly having the best season of his career. Your thoughts?
David Schoenfield (2:22 PM)
Seems pretty in line with the rest of his career to me. The walks are down, but the hits are up, which may be related. Strikeouts are up from last year. He was very good last year and he's very good this year. Would like to see him go deeper into games a little more often, but he's climbing into the Cy Young discussion.
Chris (KC)
Ventura not pitching for KC after the rainout yesterday. Vargas is.
Randy (GA)
Best Brawl ever...Braves_ Padres...like 84? 83?
David Schoenfield (2:23 PM)
Right up there, mostly because the two teams kept throwing at each other so you had several mini brawls.
Doug (NY)
Why rip on the unwritten rules - they make rivalries better (and ratings)?
David Schoenfield (2:23 PM)
It does give us something to talk about.
Marc (SF Giants Homer)
David Price to the Giants for Kyle Crick, Edwin Escobar, Andrew Susac, and Chris Stratton.
mikebk (harpertown)
David, if the Nats are healthy do they need to add anything at the trade deadline? Also wasn't the Bo Porter move awesome yesterday?
David Schoenfield (2:24 PM)
Nats are pretty set IF healthy. Maybe second base if they get tired of Espinosa's strikeouts? And, yes, loved Porter's move. Just posted a blog on that.
Dan (New York)
Say Cruz slugs 45+ HRs this year. What type of contract is he looking at next year with the QO? Obviously, this is a monster year, but I wouldn't go after him for more than a 2-3 year deal given his age and Biogenesis history.
David Schoenfield (2:26 PM)
Well, I think teams would factor in that this would be a career/outlier season. But, yes, he probably gets a 3-year/$45 million type of deal.
James (Houston)
Not sure you can say the Astros are making a ton of profit right now. They have major problems with both attendance and their TV contract.
David Schoenfield (2:26 PM)
Possible. I know the TV contract is a problem. But they're probably making money just on national TV money alone.
Brian (NYC)
Everyone forgets the most important unwritten rule: Never challenge the unwritten rules!
Tarek (NYC)
Old school baseball, 77 Yanks vs. Royals ALCS, Brett punches Nettles and they brawl and they aren't kicked out of the game! Now that is awesome.
David Schoenfield (2:27 PM)
Those were three of the best playoff series ever.
Buddy (Peoria, IL)
Every team is making tons of money. Even the Astros.
Drew (Chicago)
Hi Dave, you know who I hear nothing about, Luis valbuena, but he is having a very good season. At worst he seems a legit platoon player. Any thoughts on this guy?
David Schoenfield (2:29 PM)
Yes, nice little plays. Draws his share of walks. Not sure if the improved batting average is for real, so I see him as more as a good utility/platoon guy.
David Schoenfield (2:29 PM)
Yes, nice little plays. Draws his share of walks. Not sure if the improved batting average is for real, so I see him as more as a good utility/platoon guy.
Scott (SF)
I feel like Susac gets dealt for whoever the Giants think they need at the deadline. With Posey not going anywhere, and with Belt/Morse making a good 1B/LF combo, I see Susac as a trade commodity now. You?
David Schoenfield (2:31 PM)
Yeah, not really a job for him. Hard to say he good he really is, however, since his numbers are merely good for the PCL. Still, a catcher who can hit. Hmm, the Rays have Zobrist, the Giants need a second baseman ...
Mikebk (harpertown)
David, this stat surprises me with the injuries but the Nats are 3rd in the majors in run differential.
David Schoenfield (2:32 PM)
Yep, that's why I think they'll win the East. Once they get everyone back they should slide past the Braves.
Doug Galveston [via mobile]
Factoring in intangibles such as leadership and coaching the pitchers in addition to their stats,which would you rather have, Molina or Lucroy?
David Schoenfield (2:33 PM)
It's close. Probably Molina, but it's close. Lucroy is one of the best pitch framers in the business and has outhit Molina this year. Molina's edge is a stronger arm and great leadership reputation.
Matt (Toronto)
Personally, I'm a fan of George Bell dropkicking Bruce Kison at Fenway!
David (New York)
So is any NY media member going to bring up w Girardi the fact that Jeter is hitting 2nd with a .612 OPS or are we too busy handing out gifts?
Dinger (Rocky Mtns)
Can we trade Tulo, Cargo and Cuddy to contending teams for players to fill up our minor league team? I feel bad for these guys.
David Schoenfield (2:34 PM)
OK, time for final thoughts. Send 'em in!
Buddy (Peoria, IL)
Not sure I'd say Valbuena is having a "very good season," but I'd sure rather see him instead of Darwin "automatic out" Barney.
Nik (Indiana)
Please help me explain to a friend that the pitchers' Win stat should not be used to judge a pitcher.
David Schoenfield (2:35 PM)
Tell him Felix Hernandez pitched seven shutout innings the other day with 15 strikeouts and didn't get the win.
Jason (Pittsburgh)
Marte, McCutcheon, and Polanco...best OF in the MLB by 2015?
Buddy (Peoria, IL)
Shawon Dunston vs. Andy McGaffigan was pretty funny. As usual, Shawon swung and missed.
Bob (Alou)
Big attitude? Give me a break. I expect that from entertainers like Michael Wilbon who have no perspective, but you're better than that. Machado was actually a decent citizen before this weekend's indefensible nonsense, which makes his outbursts even more puzzling.
Tarek (NYC)
Isn't a shame how many young fans have no idea how great the royals were from 76-85. That was a fun darn team.
Andrew (Toronto)
Nolan Ryan beating the tar out of Robin Ventura is an all-time classic baseball moment!
Dave (Chicago)
I think baseball needs to come up with ways to shorten the game: How about no warm-up pitches for relief pitchers? Relief pitchers should throw in the bullpen and then come in and pitch right away.
Ray (OH) [via mobile]
Indians win the central. Book it. Back me up, Dave!
Doug Galveston [via mobile]
Good chat as always Dave, and I hope king Felix actually wins his next dominant start!
David Schoenfield (2:37 PM)
I'm up for that. OK, thanks everyone! Enjoy your baseball!
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With the sad news of the death of legendary commentator Tony Gubba, most renowned for his work on football among several other sports, at the age of 69 after a short illness, we look at 11 more famous faces from yesteryear who were the voices of their sport. They are no longer with us, but live on through their work.
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Is ABU insulting?
On another thread, I am informed that I used an insulting term, ABU.
Is it an insulting term? I used to be an ABL (anyone but Leeds, when they were a successful team) and would not feel insulted to be called that.
To me, an ABU is simply someone who would rather anyone else won that Utd, for whatever reason.
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I agree with that 100% Ian.
United do rule United do rule Mar 29, 2012 13:23 Flag
Pool, you have to criticism in context of who , and why the person is criticising United. How can you have respect for someone who uses abusive language when referring to Sir Alex Ferguson, who, even if he won nothing at United, deserves a little respect, especially by so-called United fans. I'm not talking about his tactical errors, or when he buys a dud. I criticise that. But to treat him as if he'd done nothing at this club is a disgrace.
A Yahoo! User Mar 29, 2012 11:29 Flag
"It was something to do Munich "
Old habits die hard but as a sign of respect to those who sadly lost their lives in the Munich air disaster, I'll try as much as possible to desist from using the term if that's the case. I take no joy in the premature lost of lives which occurred - make no mistake about it.
What I dislike is the thought that people like CHUMP20NS, Ian et al, tried to impose their wishes on others, hence my insistence in using the term..
Thanks Rob.
dsteer_lfc_68 dsteer_lfc_68 Mar 28, 2012 19:57 Flag
Not sure if it's insulting, but in most cases I doubt it's very accurate, so for anyone who does not like being called something they are not, it might well be insulting.
Most posters support a single specific club. They may have a few clubs they have a soft spot for based on history, family members, certain players or managers. They also may have a few clubs they really hate, but most are singular in their true support.
By calling me an ABU are you suggesting when Utd are up against City, Arsenal, Chelsea or Everton! that I'm supporting the other side? The vast majority of the time when Utd plays anyone but Liverpool I'm hoping for a draw.
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United do rule United do rule Mar 29, 2012 07:52 Flag
"By calling me an ABU are you suggesting when Utd are up against City, Arsenal, Chelsea or Everton! that I'm supporting the other side? Well steer, when Rooney says a swear word in front of the cameras, you, and your family are extremely shocked and tearful, which I can understand. But when a Liverpool player uses racist language against a black United player, you defend that player to the hilt. Not shocked at all.
No, I don't find the ABU term insulting in the slightest.
I'd much rather be an ABU than be one of these Yahoo message board dwelling Man U KNOBHEADS!
Hi Ralf
I missed the thread but I guess the answer lies in the context in which you used it (dare I say it, a bit like the Suarez thing with him trying to argue he used Negrito as a term of endearment!).
I think your usual style is to try and have reasoned debate so I would be surprised if you intended offence.
I'll give you a bit of advice though if I may. I once used the term Man U on this board which some (not all) Utd fans found offensive. I didn't (still don't) understand why but I've done my best to remember to avoid using it since. I'm interested in genuine debate (with the odd bit of banter of course) and that's hard when you're on football forums where most people split down party lines. If you can avoid words that might be taken as offensive even if that was not the intention, then you are better off doing so. It gives you a better chance of a sensible discussion.
ps. One thing that I've always found odd are that a number of posters here who are quick to use the ABU label are guilty of the same thing - anyone but united must be wrong.
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A Yahoo! User Mar 29, 2012 09:33 Flag
" I once used the term Man U on this board which some (not all) Utd fans found offensive."
psredpool, what do you say to people like Dwight Yorke, a former Man U player who still refers to the club as "Man U" ?
Just to give context to my question above, Yorke was on tele early this season commenting in one of the big games involving Man U and he used this so-called offensive term (Man U) throughout the match when referring to Man U.
United do rule United do rule Mar 28, 2012 11:18 Flag
I don't think many United fans are ABLs pool. It's over 20 years since Liverpool have been a threat.
Well I said that, as you know.
Literally, it shouldn't be insulting. If someone declares that they would like anyone to win apart from united, then calling them ABU is merely a statement of fact.
However, look at how the term is used. It is almost always used by united fans in a derogatory way. It's united fans way of saying "this person criticised united but the criticism is invalid because they are biased". It's a generic put-down. Often it's a lazy ad hominem to avoid a difficult argument.
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Eric Cantona Eric Cantona Mar 28, 2012 09:01 Flag
Don't you get dizzy up there?
Eric Cantona Eric Cantona Mar 27, 2012 20:24 Flag
Don't worry about it; it's just prissy Robert being Robert. He is a classic ABU. He can't make a post without some sly dig at United or its supporters.
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Well, there you are, Ralf. See how it is used? Not in a literal sense but as an incorrect insult.
I suspect if you did some statistical analysis you would find a strong correlation between united fans most prone to insulting non-united fans and users of the term ABU. I doubt Steve has ever called anyone an ABU.


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For basic one-to-one voice or video calling solutions, WebRTC has proven to be a very powerful technology. Although WebRTC's core functionality is to provide secure, real-time p2p media streaming, leveraging native platform features and server-side components brings up new communication capabilities for web and native mobile applications, allowing for advanced multi-user use cases such as video broadcasting, conferencing, and media recording.
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SYS-CON Events announced today that Venafi, the Immune System for the Internet™ and the leading provider of Next Generation Trust Protection, will exhibit at @DevOpsSummit at 19th International Cloud Expo, which will take place on November 1–3, 2016, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA. Venafi is the Immune System for the Internet™ that protects the foundation of all cybersecurity – cryptographic keys and digital certificates – so they can't be misused by bad guys in attacks...
Jul. 29, 2016 09:45 AM EDT Reads: 1,462
There will be new vendors providing applications, middleware, and connected devices to support the thriving IoT ecosystem. This essentially means that electronic device manufacturers will also be in the software business. Many will be new to building embedded software or robust software. This creates an increased importance on software quality, particularly within the Industrial Internet of Things where business-critical applications are becoming dependent on products controlled by software. Qua...
Jul. 29, 2016 07:15 AM EDT Reads: 1,635
In addition to all the benefits, IoT is also bringing new kind of customer experience challenges - cars that unlock themselves, thermostats turning houses into saunas and baby video monitors broadcasting over the internet. This list can only increase because while IoT services should be intuitive and simple to use, the delivery ecosystem is a myriad of potential problems as IoT explodes complexity. So finding a performance issue is like finding the proverbial needle in the haystack.
Jul. 29, 2016 06:45 AM EDT Reads: 2,367
Machine Learning helps make complex systems more efficient. By applying advanced Machine Learning techniques such as Cognitive Fingerprinting, wind project operators can utilize these tools to learn from collected data, detect regular patterns, and optimize their own operations. In his session at 18th Cloud Expo, Stuart Gillen, Director of Business Development at SparkCognition, discussed how research has demonstrated the value of Machine Learning in delivering next generation analytics to imp...
Jul. 29, 2016 04:45 AM EDT Reads: 2,571
The 19th International Cloud Expo has announced that its Call for Papers is open. Cloud Expo, to be held November 1-3, 2016, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA, brings together Cloud Computing, Big Data, Internet of Things, DevOps, Digital Transformation, Microservices and WebRTC to one location. With cloud computing driving a higher percentage of enterprise IT budgets every year, it becomes increasingly important to plant your flag in this fast-expanding business opportuni...
Jul. 29, 2016 04:15 AM EDT Reads: 2,680
The Internet of Things will challenge the status quo of how IT and development organizations operate. Or will it? Certainly the fog layer of IoT requires special insights about data ontology, security and transactional integrity. But the developmental challenges are the same: People, Process and Platform. In his session at @ThingsExpo, Craig Sproule, CEO of Metavine, demonstrated how to move beyond today's coding paradigm and shared the must-have mindsets for removing complexity from the develo...
Jul. 29, 2016 02:45 AM EDT Reads: 1,615
SYS-CON Events announced today that MangoApps will exhibit at the 19th International Cloud Expo, which will take place on November 1–3, 2016, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA. MangoApps provides modern company intranets and team collaboration software, allowing workers to stay connected and productive from anywhere in the world and from any device.
Jul. 29, 2016 02:30 AM EDT Reads: 1,467
Large scale deployments present unique planning challenges, system commissioning hurdles between IT and OT and demand careful system hand-off orchestration. In his session at @ThingsExpo, Jeff Smith, Senior Director and a founding member of Incenergy, will discuss some of the key tactics to ensure delivery success based on his experience of the last two years deploying Industrial IoT systems across four continents.
Jul. 29, 2016 02:00 AM EDT Reads: 1,697
Basho Technologies has announced the latest release of Basho Riak TS, version 1.3. Riak TS is an enterprise-grade NoSQL database optimized for Internet of Things (IoT). The open source version enables developers to download the software for free and use it in production as well as make contributions to the code and develop applications around Riak TS. Enhancements to Riak TS make it quick, easy and cost-effective to spin up an instance to test new ideas and build IoT applications. In addition to...
Jul. 29, 2016 12:15 AM EDT Reads: 2,012
Identity is in everything and customers are looking to their providers to ensure the security of their identities, transactions and data. With the increased reliance on cloud-based services, service providers must build security and trust into their offerings, adding value to customers and improving the user experience. Making identity, security and privacy easy for customers provides a unique advantage over the competition.
Jul. 28, 2016 11:45 PM EDT Reads: 1,276
"We've discovered that after shows 80% if leads that people get, 80% of the conversations end up on the show floor, meaning people forget about it, people forget who they talk to, people forget that there are actual business opportunities to be had here so we try to help out and keep the conversations going," explained Jeff Mesnik, Founder and President of ContentMX, in this SYS-CON.tv interview at 18th Cloud Expo, held June 7-9, 2016, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY.
Jul. 28, 2016 10:15 PM EDT Reads: 1,454
"There's a growing demand from users for things to be faster. When you think about all the transactions or interactions users will have with your product and everything that is between those transactions and interactions - what drives us at Catchpoint Systems is the idea to measure that and to analyze it," explained Leo Vasiliou, Director of Web Performance Engineering at Catchpoint Systems, in this SYS-CON.tv interview at 18th Cloud Expo, held June 7-9, 2016, at the Javits Center in New York Ci...
Jul. 28, 2016 10:00 PM EDT Reads: 2,107
Internet of @ThingsExpo, taking place November 1-3, 2016, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA, is co-located with the 19th International Cloud Expo and will feature technical sessions from a rock star conference faculty and the leading industry players in the world and ThingsExpo Silicon Valley Call for Papers is now open.
Jul. 28, 2016 09:00 PM EDT Reads: 2,732
I wanted to gather all of my Internet of Things (IOT) blogs into a single blog (that I could later use with my University of San Francisco (USF) Big Data "MBA" course). However as I started to pull these blogs together, I realized that my IOT discussion lacked a vision; it lacked an end point towards which an organization could drive their IOT envisioning, proof of value, app dev, data engineering and data science efforts. And I think that the IOT end point is really quite simple…
Jul. 28, 2016 07:15 PM EDT Reads: 1,263
"My role is working with customers, helping them go through this digital transformation. I spend a lot of time talking to banks, big industries, manufacturers working through how they are integrating and transforming their IT platforms and moving them forward," explained William Morrish, General Manager Product Sales at Interoute, in this SYS-CON.tv interview at 18th Cloud Expo, held June 7-9, 2016, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY.
Jul. 28, 2016 05:30 PM EDT Reads: 2,236