Technology - SquareOffs

Do you think the new computerized umpires will be a good change?

Asked by Jake Goalden

246 Votes

Do you think the new computerized umpires will be a good change?

53%

Yes, more fair calls Yes, more fair calls

47%

No, too automized No, too automized

53%

Yes, more fair calls

1 Comment

Mike Aronow

Nothing's more frustrating that watching an umpire consistently miss calls and then get defensive about it.

Chuck Thibault

That's true but it's part of the game. What makes you think machines aren't going toi do the same? Do you really think they're going to catch the close corners, the up and in, or the low and out. How about the pitch that just about brushes the uniform for a hit batter or stepping on the plate?

47%

No, too automized

1 Comments

Chuck Thibault

Definitely not it totally takes away from the purity of the game, Abner Doubleday would be rolling over in his grave. I'd be surprised if he didn't come back and haunt those in charge at the time, which they'd deserve. Umpires can blow calls but that's a part of the game. Play how it's meant to be

Which do you prefer: e-books or traditional books?

Asked by KTVZ

475 Votes

Which do you prefer: e-books or traditional books?

24%

E-books all the way! E-books all the way!

76%

Traditional, please! Traditional, please!

24%

E-books all the way!

They're so efficient, don't take up space, and are easy to carry!

They're so efficient, don't take up space, and are easy to carry! Show Less

5 Comments

Allen Anderson

E-books are more portable and environmentally friendly. I can carry many books within my e-reader and read them at any time or place.

Mike Aronow

I prefer the convenience and easy portability. Feel the same way about video and music (streaming vs. physical products).

Scott Taylor

I tend to binge read books and read while traveling. I can size the print and put them on my iPad, thus saving space, though I do miss the books in my den/library.

Richard Dillard

My eyes are not as good as they used to be and e-books allow me to listen to the books I like.

Bonnie Sparks Robeson

I prefer audio downloads, CDs, ebooks in that order. I've tried to get the library to get more downloads and CDs, but they don't seem to listen. It's much easier to have a book on a Kindle.

Ann Harbert Evensen

Because the library does not do what you would like does not mean the "don't listen." It means they are trying to serve many patrons wanting various things.

76%

Traditional, please!

I love having a physical book in my hand to read - it's easier on my eyes, I love the smell of the pages and the type...it's just an all-around better experience!

I love having a physical book in my hand to read - it's easier on my eyes, I love the smell of the pages and the type...it's just an all-around better experience! Show Less

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