Can you feel the “G’s???

Can Someone, “ANYONE” build a phone that works?? Maybe do some QA to make sure a product you are about to release to the wild, or have released the wild “WORKS?”…

Apple continues to have problems with the I-PHONE version 2.0 (3G).  Even though you are in area that has a sufficent 3G signal, the I-Phone keeps dropping the fast signal and drops you back to the tortise reception of the Edge Network.

A article here at the CNET Blogs area claims that the Blackberry Bold might be having the same issues quote:

There are lots of people reporting on the spotty iPhone 3G reception issues and according to Barron’s it looks like the BlackBerry Bold may be experiencing those same 3G reception issues. The Bold is available only in a couple countries at the moment and isn’t yet available here in the U.S. so there is the possibility that the Bold’s software will be updated prior to the release.

Well the only thing I do know, The Blackberry has not been released yet due to some bugs they have been working on.  I would rather a company fix said bugs prior to release, then have me be the beta tester for them to fix the problems.  Right now Apple has millions of Beta Testers for their I-Phone.

So the wait goes on..

What do you think??

Think I am Nuts?

Leave a comment below..

D/C

NETCAST: Corpsman.com Attack of Da-Chief #32

Hey everyone!

You can download Corpsman.com Attack of Da-Chief #32 “HERE”

I will upload the show notes tomorrow as I am dead tired now.

Hosts: Da-Chief, DeeDee, Tony, Kaymanism
Guest: Richard

Next week Wednesday, we have locked down a Recruiter for the entire show, HM1 Allen

So next week 2000 CST!!

You can also subscribe to our Netcasts on ITUNES.  Search CORPSMAN and you can subscribe.

Enjoy!

Da-Chief

GIBILL2008.org brought to you by our Friends @ IAVA.ORG !!

Folks, Just got info from “IAVA.org” about a new site they created to help get information out about the new GI BILL.  Here is the email.  Go to this site.. it is a real “EYE OPENER”!!
I will have my tuition paid in full + 1000.00 in Books, PLUS $10,710.00 Living Expense Paid to me!!
Now hopefully they will get this thing to work prior to 2009.  Anyways, it is coming!!  Read Below!!

Dear Darrell, We fought for a new GI Bill, and because of you, we won. Now it’s time to take the next step. This morning, I had the honor of addressing the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) National Convention in Orlando, Florida. The VFW was one of our major allies in the fight for the new GI Bill, and we wouldn’t have succeeded without their support. As part of my remarks, I announced IAVA’s relaunch of www.GIBill2008.org. The website, which served as a critical hub of online activism during our fight for the new GI Bill, is now a resource center for members of the military to learn about their hard-earned education benefits. Starting this week, www.GIBill2008.org will provide America’s newest generation of veterans with the tools they need to access the new GI Bill. It includes an interactive benefits calculator based on your zip code, answers to Frequently Asked Questions, and the latest news and information about the new GI Bill as it goes into effect. IAVA is committed to helping eligible veterans access their new benefit, and we’ve begun community outreach with ads in newspapers across the country, urging veterans to visit www.GIBill2008.org. The original GI Bill made education affordable for millions of veterans during the 20th century. Thanks to your help in fighting for the new GI Bill, millions more will have the same opportunity in the 21st century. None of this would be possible without your continued support. Thank you. Sincerely, Paul Rieckhoff Iraq Veteran Executive Director Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America

Please visit both sites. We are a member of the IAVA here at Corpsman.com. We would not have the new GI bill if not for them.

Support those who support you.

Thanks!
Da-Chief

Airline Baggage Problems!!!

Ohh.. This is classic.. Enjoy!!

Have you locked down your Network Connection?

There is a great article in the San Francisco Chronicle, about;

“WARDRIVING”

For those of you who don’t understand the term, picture folks cruising your neighberhoods looking for open wireless network connections so they can leech off of your connection.

This can slow down your system, but worse if they get in, and you do banking on your system either on your home computer or even online, they can get your data and access your accounts.

This is SCARY Stuff.  All they have to do is install to your HD a “KEYLOGGER” which records all your keystrokes on your system and then reports the info to them.

Read the entire article “HERE”

Or the Wikipedia article “HERE”

We are going to be starting a computer / Electronics Geek section up here to help you out.  I will educate you on programs that can help you lock down your system even if your not the “TECH GEEK” like Da-Chief is.

A article will be in this months newsletter as well as on our site.

First assingment though, read the article.

D/C

FORCM For Navy Hospital Corps update for 18 August 2008

“From the Desk of the BUMED FORCE MASTER CHIEF”

and Director of the Hospital Corps

18 August 2008

forcm_18_aug_2008_files

1. LANDLORD FORECLOSURES

Please review the attached info sheet landlord foreclosures. This should provide some relief for Sailors who are in a situation where their landlord forecloses, and the Sailor or Sailors family is forced to move.

2. MILITARY HANDBOOKS NEWSLETTER – AUGUST 2008

Please review the attached Military Handbooks Newsletter, it provides some valuable information for all military personnel and their families. 

3. NATIONAL POW/MIA RECOGNITION DAY

The attached NAVADMIN 220/08 Highlights the Department of Defense Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) public awareness program and solicits support for the 2008 National POW/MIA Recognition Day.

4. LEAVE POLICY CHANGES

The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness has released a memorandum which summarizes the changes to the Leave Policy. For more information please review the attached NAVADMIN 221/08.

5. NAVY FAMILY OMBUDSMAN APPRECIATION DAY

14 September is set aside to recognize the contribution of our Family Ombudsman’s. These dedicated volunteers work tirelessly and give of their time to improve the readiness and lives of our Sailors and their families. For more information please review the attached NAVADMIN 217/08.

6. FORCE MASTER CHIEF/CPO SELECTEE RUN

As we are well into this year’s Season of Pride, my office has begun preparations for the annual FORCM/CPO Selectee Monument Run to be held on 29 August 2008. All Command Induction Committee Chairpersons are encouraged to contact HMCM(SW/FMF) Doug Glascoe or HMCS(SW/AW) Jose Esquilin for further information and roster development. Their contact info is listed at the bottom of the page. For lodging information please contact HMCS Rafael Felipe at (301) 319-8704 or via e-mail at Rafeal.Felipe@med.navy.mil.

Apple I-Phone run by the BoogeyMan…

This comes from our Forums.. (Did you know we had forums?? Just hit the forums link above), from HMC-FMF-PJ.. Enjoy.. Definitley waiting on the Blackberry Bold now.  It is supposed to come out next month. To many issues with the I-Phone.  I now give you the terrific post from HMC-FMF-PJ

So how many of you proud iPhone owners know that Apple has built a backdoor into your phone so they can control what your phone does.

Apple decides what you are permitted to download and Apple decides what applications will run. Apple can choose to delete things off your phone without your knowledge or consent and Apple can simply shut your iPhone down so it no longer functions. And I am sure they told you that when you bought it.

But, hey, its all in the name of security and designed to keep you safe from the boogie man. That is why it was a secret function that customers were not informed of and initially pushed off as a crazy paranoid conspiracy theory when it was first discovered. Now that the cat is out of the bag, Steve Jobs has just confirmed the kill switch is real but has a positive spin selling it as a condom for your iPhone. Its there to keep you safe, trust me….

Jobs is quoted saying: “Hopefully we never have to pull that lever, but we would be irresponsible not to have a lever like that to pull.”

If only Microsoft would build a lever to disable computers…
If only GM would build a lever to disable cars…
If only Nintendo would build a lever to disable Wii…
If only DirectTV would build a lever to disable tv’s…

The world would be such a more responsible and safer place if a corporation (disgruntled employee or resourceful hacker) could shut you down or redirect your activities anytime they wanted to…

This and they there is talk in the tech areas that the 3G Chip in the I-Phone are having major errors and they there is talk that Apple is silently exchanging the I-Phones that are brought in with problems.
What do you think?

Leave a comment below or join our Forums.

Da-Chief

AOTC #31, GoodBye HM2(FMF) Carbullido

Attack of Da-Chief, recorded 13 August 2008.

Hosts: Da-Chief, 8404, DeeDee

Show Notes: atoc_31_goodbye_13_aug_2008
NETCAST: aotc #31 Goodbye HM2(FMF) Carbullido

Enjoy! Hope to hear from you next week, Wednesday 2000 CST.

FORCM For Navy Hospital Corps update for 11 August 2008

Files can be found here:  forcm_11_aug_2008_files

“From the Desk of the BUMED FORCE MASTER CHIEF”

and Director of the Hospital Corps

11 August 2008

1. FY-10 ENLISTED SELECTION BOARDS

The FY-10 E8/E9 Enlisted Selection Boards for Navy Reserve personnel will convene on 2 Mar 09. The FY-10 E9 and E8 Selection Boards for Active Duty personnel will convene 30 Mar 09 and 20 Apr 09 respectively. For more information please review the attached NAVADMIN 214/08.

2. MOTORCYCLE SAFETY

     The popularity of motorcycles is rising. Some ride motorcycles because of the increases in the price of gasoline. Some ride because they enjoy a sense of freedom. Some ride because they are under the mistaken impression that motorcycles, sport bikes in particular, are easy to operate and maneuver.  Whatever the motivation, if you choose to ride a motorcycle, you must realize that there is little protection between you and what you hit.

Sport Bike accidents are rising and our men and women are dying on our highways because in many cases they are being careless or have not been properly trained. Since October we have lost 21 Sailors in motorcycle accidents. In all of last year we lost 18 Sailors. We have safety courses and attendance is mandatory, but I need you to engage your Sailors now. It is imperative that you stress the importance to all riders to take a motorcycle safety course. Stay on them and consistently remind them of safe practices, situational awareness and caution on the roads.

3. CHIEF FITNESS REPORT

The Chief Fitness Report is the final step in MCPON Campa’s initiative to integrate the CPO Guiding Principles as performance expectations across the fleet. For more information on this please review the attached RHUMB LINES.

4. RIGHT TO VOTE

The Presidential Election is fast approaching. It is our duty as leaders to ensure that every Sailor and their family members, particularly those deployed overseas our made aware of the process necessary to cast a ballot so their voices can be heard. For more information please review the attached NAVADMIN 215/08.

5. ONLINE DEGREE PROGRAM FOR INDEPENDENT DUTY CORPSMAN

Please review the attached info sheet on Saint Francis’ online degree program for Navy IDCs. The Point of Contact for this is HMCM Tommie Thompson who can be reached at (202) 762-3472 or via e-mail at tommie.thompsonIII@med.navy.mil

6. FORCE MASTER CHIEF/CPO SELECTEE RUN

As we rapidly approach this year’s Season of Pride, my office has begun preparations for the annual FORCM/CPO Selectee Monument Run to be held on 29 August 2008. All Command Induction Committee Chairpersons are encouraged to contact HMCM(SW/FMF) Doug Glascoe or HMCS(SW/AW) Jose Esquilin for further information and roster development. Their contact info is listed at the bottom of the page. For lodging information please contact HMCS Rafael Felipe at (301) 319-8704 or via e-mail at Rafeal.Felipe@med.navy.mil.

Director of the Hospital Corps
POINTS OF CONTACT

HMCM(SCW) Jim Menke                                                                   HMCM(SW/FMF) Doug Glascoe
Deputy Director of the Hospital Corps                                           Hospital Corps Planner/From the Desk
(202) 762-3139                                                                              (202) 762-3147

NCCS(SW/AW) Marco Soave                                                             HMCS(FMF) Matt Lubold
Navy Medicine Force Retention                                                       Hospital Corps Planner/HM Monthly
(202) 762-3173                                                                               (202) 762-1682

HMCS(SW/AW) Jose Esquillin                                                           Ms. Evelyn Burford
FORCM Executive Assistant/Scheduler                                           Exec. Secretary/Ret. Ltrs/Travel Mgr.
(202) 762-3137                                                                              (202) 762-3030

RTC - Recruit Leadership Positions

Recruit Leadership

Don’t just stand back and watch!

The Navy needs good leaders at all levels. Even as a recruit you will
have the opportunity to step up and take a leadership role as a Recruit Petty Officer or other designated recruit job. Leadership is the practical application of the Navy’s Core Values. So put what you’ve learned to work. You will be challenged, but your hard work will not go unnoticed.

Recruit Petty Officers (RPOs) are given their authority from the Commanding Officer through the chain of command. They are appointed by the Recruit Division Commanders (RDCs) and have the authority and responsibility in the division to preserve good order, discipline, and security. RPOs are seen as leaders and wear collar devices signifying their place in the recruit chain of command.

Recruit Chief Petty Officer (RCPO) The RCPO is the primary recruit assistant to RDCs and is responsible for:
1. Maintaining good order, discipline, and security within the division at all times.
2. Ensuring compliance with standing orders and regulations.
3. Assisting RDCs with implementation of schedules.
4. Reporting any abnorrnal condition to RDCs, including violations of good order, discipline and security, when RDCs are not present.

Recruit Leading Petty Officer (RLPO) (RPO1)
The RLPO is responsible to the RCPO and RDCs for:
1. Assisting the RCPO.
2. Ensuring compliance with standing orders and regulations.
3. Assuming duties as RCPO when required.

Recruit Master-at-Arms (RMAA) (RPO1)
The Recruit Master-At-Arms is responsible to the RCPO and RDC’s for:
1. Configuration and cleanliness of division spaces.
2. Procurement, proper stowage and use of all cleaning required by the division.
3. Supervision of the division in the absence of RDC’s, RCPO or RLPO.

Port and Starboard Watch Section Leaders (PWSL/SWSL) (RPO1)
The Port/Starboard Watch Section Leaders are the senior Recruit Petty Officers for respective watch sections.
1. The Starboard Watch Section Leader (SWSL) shall serve as the division’s watch bill coordinator. Watch bills will be prepared and subsequently submitted to the RDCs via the RCPO.
2. The Port Watch Section Leader (PWSL) shall coordinate the rotation of the ship watch standers with the RDCs.

Recruit Yeoman (YN) (RPO1)
The Recruit YN is responsible to RDCs for:
1. Performing general clerical duties in the division and assisting RDCs with preparation and maintenance of divisional reports, records, class attendance rosters, mail pick-up and distribution.
2. Coordinating with the Medical YN, Education Petty Officer, Athletic Petty Officer and Religious Petty Officer to ensure compliance with special schedule events.
3. Attending the Mail Orderly, Medical/Dental, BMO/Testing and Physical Fitness Testing briefings.

Recruit Medical Yeoman (MYN) (RP02)
The MYN is responsible to RDCs for:
1. Assisting the RDCs in preparing and maintaining recruit medical documentation.
2. Coordinating appointments with the Medical Liaison.
3. Tracking the status of all special physicals.
4. Attending the medical/dental brief.

Recruit Dental Yeoman (DYN) (RPO2)
The DYN is responsible to RDCs for:
1. Assisting the RDCs in preparing and maintaining recruit dental documentation.
2. Coordinating appointments with the Dental Liaison.
3. Tracking the status of all special physicals.
4. Attending the medical/dental brief.

Recruit Section Leaders (SL) (RPO2)
Section Leaders are responsible to the respective Watch Section Leader for:
1. Supervise and assisting the recruits in respective sections.
2. Monitoring personal cleanliness, military appearance, clothing care and watch standing for recruits assigned to respective sections.

Division Laundry Petty Officer (LPO) (RPO2)
The LPO is responsible to the RMAA and RDCs for executing proper laundry handling procedures. The LPO is also responsible for maintaining the Cash box and division expense log.

Recruit Education Petty Officer (EPO) (RPO2)
The EPO is responsible for assisting RDCs in administering and mustering night study and mandatory night study classes. The EPO will attend a BMO/Testing brief.

Recruit Athletic Petty Officer (APO) (RPO3)
The Recruit Athletic Petty Officer is responsible to RDCs for:
1. Assisting RDCs with Physical Readiness Training.
2. Providing non-participation or substandard performance documentation to the MYN.
3. Attending a Physical Fitness Testing brief.

Recruit Religious Petty Officers (RPO) (RPO3)
There will be at least a Catholic and Protestant RPO appointed for each division. If a division has three or more recruits of the same religion, a religious petty officer shall be appointed to represent that faith. RPOs are responsible for:
1. Ensuring all recruits who desire to pray are afforded such an opportunity at tattoo
2. Attend mandatory meetings at the Chaplain’s Office Thursdays at 1900 commencing on the first Thursday following 1-2 DOT and continuing until graduation, with the exception of FAST Cruise and Recruit Reception Night.
3. Report to the chapel each Sunday 30 rninutes prior to the scheduled service to serve as a chapel assist or usher.
4. Ensure all personnel desiring to attend divine worship services are aware of location and time of services.

Recruit Mail Petty Officers (MPO) (RP03)
The MPO is responsible for pick-up and delivery of all mail. Designation as MPO includes special qualifications at mail orderly orientation and custody of a mail orderly card.

Recruit Damage Control Petty Officer (DCPO) (RP03)
The DCPO is responsible to the RMAA for:
1. Correcting any fire hazards.
2. Maintaining division fire extinguishers, to include proper location and working order.
3. Assisting RDCs with minor repair and general maintenance of the compartment.
4. Documenting any material discrepancies on the MDCOL that cannot be corrected.

Source: http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/rtcgl/recruits/rpo.html

Recruit Training Command, RTC information.