Got the tablet and docking pad for it. PQ is superb, but even though I prefer keyboard for typing, docking keyboard is still weird on the tablet. Too small compared to 17 or even inch laptops and not a tablet either... Dunnno. Anyway, all is cool, except the fact that I can't charge the damn thing from a PC. Needs to be plugged in to AC outlet. Like I said, now I have no excuse not to write tablet version of the Android Knife Steel App.
Thursday, July 26, 2012 00:03:48
Added new paragraph related to sharpening and maintenance of the knife after the edge hits the scalloping. In the first revision I said it would be pretty much useless and not really sharpenable. Later, I've got emails stating that it's still sharpenbale, albeit problematic and the knife would still be usable. So, I've decided to expand on that section. I didn't say it was impossible, but the edge after hitting scalloping will be more fragile and sharpening becomes much more difficult. I think it's not worth it and that's all to it. For the details, read on the review linked above.
Tuesday, July 24, 2012 20:51:22
Well, basically the subj. As per multiple user requests, I've added support to run the app from SD card. Unfortunately, due to missing encryption on the SD card in native Android I had to leave data files on the device, which means about 1mb space is still required on the device. Otherwise, I'd have to drop support for older Android versions, below 2.1, and given the fact that several hundred users are still on those, can't do that.
Monday, July 23, 2012 22:38:45
Just got the news from the visitor, not sure when did that happen, I guess a while back, judging by number of ratings in the app description. Anyway, always good to see hard work recognition :)
Saturday, July 21, 2012 18:25:31
For whatever reason, decided that I need a new android tablet, after all that one has full 1080p resolution. And that will be a good excuse to write knife steel chart for Android tablets. Last time I bought Galaxy tab, but never got motivated enough to write tablet version of the app. I suppose full HD tablet should do the trick ;)
Tuesday, July 17, 2012 22:36:11
Simplified table structure somewhat, improved indexing and more importantly fixed a bug which was picking up last 8 days instead of 7, and switched steel of the day stat analysis from query strings to actual record ids. In short, it's much more accurate that way and faster as well. I still need to work on other queries, to switch them from query text analysis to alloy name record analysis, but that's for a later time, along with improved analytics.
Sunday, July 15, 2012 22:44:59
Kershaw Knives facebook page features my apps on Jul. 10th :) Sure, it feels good to get my appz endorsed by major knife maker, especially when it's one of my favorites. Kershaw, Shun and Zero Tolerance are all owned by Kai cutlery. Kershaw knives reviews here and Shun Knives reviews here. As much as I dislike facebook, it still is good :) Give them a like if you stop by there.
Friday, July 13, 2012 23:41:13
Dug up Geerman steelmaker Eschmann Stahl's catalog. Dunno if it is full or not, but st least tool steels are in it. Adding incrementally.
Thursday, July 12, 2012 21:15:27
Just like the first one Scott Cook Locsha, it is made using Crucible CPM S90V steel, with Titanium integral handle, except, this time it's made by Peter Rassenti. Should arrive in a few days. Pix will be up once the knife is in.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012 21:43:44
I was analyzing query logs for the steel search trends page upgrades and noticed bunch of valid queries returning empty results. Further analysis of the database revealed about two dozen hidden alloy names, i.e. valid alloys, but not flagged properly. Fixed those. Also fixed a bug preventing correct processing of the steels with - and spaces in them. In some cases they also returned empty results. All that is well now :) So, I can proceed with improvements and upgrades to steel search trends statistics...
Monday, July 9, 2012 20:48:17