Dale Cohen
Media and technologyOutlander PHEV update #3. City driving and long range test
I completed two tests yesterday. 1. Non optimised city driving. 1990km using 22L of fuel = 1.1L per 100km. This was several weeks of driving from the northern beaches to the city but unlike last time many of the trips were return without charging in the city. 2....
Outlander PHEV update #2. Conservative city driving
I had not refuelled in over 6 weeks so I decided to freshen my fuel tank while the price cycle was at its lowest. I still showed two thirds of a tank on the gauge. I squeezed 17 litres in to maximum tank capacity. The last refill was at 1850km on July 9. The car is...
Outlander PHEV Update #1. First refuel
The PHEV was delivered with a full tank of fuel. I have been driving a little more distance using the petrol engine for extended range. Today I drove over 200km and finally got the fuel tank to empty. I pulled in to refuel when the dash display wouldn't show anything...
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV purchasing decision
I was interested in purchasing an Electric Vehicle for some time. I compared pure EV’s such as Tesla and Nissan Leaf to hybrids. Find out why I picked the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.
Pick your cult. The new age of ignorance.
Welcome to the new age of ignorance. The internet is fostering the spread of dangerous ideologies and the creation of cults based on them. The new religions are anti vaccination and climate change denial.
Fitbit Surge review (and how does it stack up with Garmin?)
The new Fitbit Surge doesn’t just count steps, it’s a heart rate monitor and GPS tracker. How does it compare with the purpose built Garmin 910XT sports watch?
The Weissmuller effect
Do you know who Johnny Weissmuller is? Chances are if you were born after 1975 you don’t but if you were born before, you do.
How do I set up an email address for my business?
Summary Do you need your own email address? Registering a domain name Setting up a mail service 1. Do you need your own email address? Yes, you do. Using the email address your ISP gave you is unwise for a few reasons You cannot change your ISP without losing your...
Blackberry z10 first impressions
First impression review of the Blackberry z10 upon its release.
Windows 8 and Microsoft Surface
Windows 8 is now in its first week of release and I have upgraded two of my personal computers to it. I also ordered a Microsoft Surface tablet, which arrived yesterday. In summary, I really like Windows 8, but I predict a consumer revolt, akin to Windows Vista....
Dale Cohen
I am an internet professional with a balance of content, technical, design and commercial skills, I have over 25 years experience in the internet industry, having run some of Australia’s most visited digital properties.