Mr. Ryan Block Has Left The Building
The Workaholic Editor Ryan Block
When Ryan Block left Engadget (www.engadget.com), it created a wave of surprise, disbelief and awe in the blogging world. The reactions came probably because no one expected him to leave the website he co-created with Peter Rojas. Well, that’s what really happened and it has started to sink in now.
Ryan Block is, as everybody knows and for the information of those who do not know him yet, the co-founder of Engadget. He is also the editor-in-chief of the site, which was launched in March 2004. His technological know-how and rabid work attitude helped make Engadget one of the most sought after website for technological information.
Engadget is a website dedicated to the coverage of the latest electronics and technology gadgets. The website features reviews and profiles of the latest gadgets that are out, or soon-to-be-released, in the market. Covered in the blog are detailed information on these devices. The commentaries at this site cover not only the gadgets’ design but also including the hardware and software used. They provide informative insights on the various consumer electronic and technological devices.
Ryan Block is a rabid workaholic, always looking for what’s new in the technology world and always wanting to be the first person to break out the news. He admitted to being an addict at this kind of work, which is why he excels in this area. In fact, he described Engadget as a “web site that focuses on obsessive coverage of consumer electronics and technology.” Prior to Engadget, Block worked in network engineering. He also co-founded gdgt, which is also a consumer electronics website.
His excellent work attitude made him an authority in the technological arena. His works and comments have been often quoted by a number of prestigious news organizations such as BBC, The New York Times, Chicago Tribune, The Times, BusinessWeek and The Guardian, to name a few. Block has also been invited to appear on TV shows at some of the biggest networks like the CNN to talk on the different aspects of the newest electronic gadgets. He was also included in Forbe’s 2007 Web Celeb 25 and one of Paper Magazine’s Beautiful People in 2006.
As soon as he confirmed the news of his retirement from Engadget, several of his colleagues and friends – and rivals as well – had mixed reactions. His successor at Engadget, Josh Topolsky, was particularly surprised at the news. Topolsky was a bit apprehensive for, according to him, the post that will be vacated is a “big shoes to be filled in”. However, Josh was also excited to take the post of editor-in-chief of Engadget. It means putting him at the same level that Ryan Block is on.
Right now, Ryan Block is working with Engadget co-founder Peter Rojas, another colleague of Ryan, to start a new blog on consumer electronics. This new project would mean another chapter on Block’s life in blogging. It could also mean another up-and-coming authoritative blog. At this moment, people are already waiting for the announcement of the launching of this new website.
Michael Arrington of TechCrunch.com | Blogger Profile
Michael Arrington? Seen this name around? I’m sure if you read the news or know anything about blogging you have seen his name spread across the Internet a time or two. He is the Founder and Co-Editor of the popular blog TechCrunch (http://www.techcrunch.com). For many he seems to be one of the famous bloggers that you may think extremely intelligent and would not have time for his fans. This is far from the truth. When interviewed instead of giving statements about his work and career he chooses to make his statements personal. Many of the pictures that he releases to magazines and newspapers normally capture him in everyday life with someone he’s close to such as a family or friend.
Michael remembers growing up in many different areas including California, England, and Surrey. He later enrolled in college at U.C. Berkeley, in which later he transferred to a small college called Claremont McKenna. After college he advanced on to Stanford where he majored in economics. He later graduated in 1995. Read More
HybridSUV.com | Blog Review
Hybrid sport utility vehicles truely seem to offer consumers the best of both worlds. They are large enough to haul your family while at the same time reducing fuel costs and pollution. Although the Prius has long been the most well known and top selling hybrid vehicle, hybrid SUV’s are gaining in popularity. While only a few options were available just two years ago, there are currently ten hybrid SUVs that you can buy today, with more coming later this year along with several others scheduled for release in 2009 and 2010.
Jeff Carey launched HybridSUV.com a year ago this month, in September of 2007. After researching and driving several hybrids, Carey decided he wanted an all-wheel drive vehicle with seating for 7 and the ability to tow a boat or trailer as needed. Read More
Rosie O Donnell Quits Blogging!
Well for a month anyway. Rosie announced yesterday that she is taking a much needed break from the drama filled world of……blogging?
Rosie O’donnell is taking the entire month of August off, but i wonder will she be able to do it, as blogging is quite addictive. Rosie has thousands of readers on her blog, and is a perennial fave on Bloggers Choice Awards, how will her readers cope.
I must admit i don’t read Rosie’s blog, but i have visited it in the past, she has a unique style of writing, it’s different, and that has attracted alot of attention.
Will Rosie return to the world of blogging? We will have to wait to September to find out.
Source: [Perez Hilton]
Image: [Give Me My Remote]
Blog Contest Spotlight: Gear Crave $50 Giveaway (4x)
Over at mens lifestyle and buying guide Gear Crave, this weeks mens giveaway is a good one. So far there are only about 40 entries, and since there will be 4 winners (of $50 each) this is looking very win-able.
Gear Crave is a blog about and for men, they feature lots of cool gadgets regularly, how to articles, plus interviews and weekly contests. This week the contest is sponsored by a company called Molla Space.
Check out below some of the very hip guy stuff they carry.
all black playing cards
gun mug - kill time coffee mug
To enter to win one of four $50 gift certificates from MollaSpace, visit Gear Crave and follow 2 simple steps:
1. ) subscribe to their newsletter
2.) leave a comment on their blog specifying which item you lust after
That’s it, go to Gear Crave now and enter. Good Luck!
