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So it happens. You or your IT friend got one of the newest phones on the market, meaning y'all won't able to part from your newest device. But what happens you guys run out of things to do? Have no fear, more entertainment is here!

Music

Anonymous

Believe it or not, Dirtyphonics has created an EDM mix of quotes from the hacktivist group, Anonymous. Whether your IT nerd is an EDM fanatic (listening to this song is like being on Pre-workout) or sympathize with some of Anonymous’ core values, this is certainly something to introduce to your IT friend.

Exit (feat. Edward Snowden)

Every IT nerd knows Edward Snowden, the NSA whistleblower who leaked thousands of classified documents, exposing mass surveillance to the world. In Exit, Jean-Michel Jarre has created an EDM mashup of Mr. Snowden’s quotes over the years.

Shows

Mr. Robot (USA Network)

Already through its second-season, Mr. Robot is the tech show for every tech enthusiast! A Science-fiction drama, Mr. Robot tells the story of a young, cyber-security engineer in New York who does good by day and evil by night. Unlike many “tech” shows, Mr. Robot uses tools currently available in the real-world hacker culture and exposes many different vulnerabilities to the show’s audience. Rated 97% by Rotten Tomatoes, Mr. Robot is available to watch on USA Network, Amazon Prime Video, or iTunes.

Silicon Valley (HBO)

Has your IT friend ever mentioned living in Silicon Valley? Yup. There is a reason for that. The Bay Area in California is ground zero for technological innovation. Home to some of the world’s top tech companies, one can only imagine what the environment is like out there. Silicon Valley, which just finished their third season, is a fictional comedy about the real-life ups and downs (mostly downs) faced by startups in Silicon Valley. Rated 98% by Rotten Tomatoes, Silicon Valley is available to watch on HBO GO or iTunes.

Small Empires (YouTube)

A personal favorite of mine, Small Empires is a series by The Verge, which showcases small startups which have now gone big. Although the show did get canceled a couple of years back, it is still amazing to watch. The stories and struggles of tech companies coupled with the New York atmosphere just bring me down to my knees (it is obvious, I love New York). Rated 7.9 by IMDb, Small Empires is available to watch on The Verge’s YouTube channel.

Apps

Tech Today (Free, iOS)

Created by news site, CNET, Tech Today covers ten of the top tech news topics that matter today. Refreshed daily, this app is great for staying up-to-date on many of the top news stories. When you’re in the tech zeitgeist, you understand the importance of staying up to date.

MacHash (Free, iOS)

If you or your IT friend wants to follow everything Apple, this is the app to get! Refreshed every couple of minutes, MacHash is a news aggregator from some of the top Apple news sites (9to5Mac, AppleInsider, MacRumors, Ars Technica).

Google Cardboard (Free, Android & iOS)

Not everyone owns an expensive virtual reality headset. Have no fear, Google Cardboard is here! Cardboard allows you to use your iPhone or Android device to dive into the world of virtual reality. Of course, you’ll need a cardboard VR headset from Google (which will run you a few bucks because it really is just a small cardboard box). Just open the app, place your phone in the box, and prepare to enter the world of 360-degree video.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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