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Time Lapse Photography

2009-06-05T05:44:00.000-07:00

The digital camera has helped produce more artists than any other time in history, and time lapse photography is growing as a result. Check out Ross Ching - probably one of the Internet's best time lapse photographers.

http://www.rossching.com

Read Magazines Online with Zinio

2009-02-18T11:13:00.001-08:00

If you haven't used it yet, you should. Zinio allows you to subscribe and read magazines online, for a fraction of the newstand price! It renders the magazines in Adobe's Flash, and has a surprisingly nice interface.

Check it out at http://www.zinio.com

Free Talk With Fring

2008-10-09T03:47:00.000-07:00

We new this was coming - free mobile calling using VOIP and your iPhone.

Fring enables you to make calls using Fring (to call other Fringsters), Skype, Google Talk, MSN etc. Calls can be made using Wifi or your phone's data plan.

Fring can be obtained from the App Store.

http://www.fring.com/

Google Android - What to Expect

2008-09-20T10:12:00.000-07:00

Here's a nice article on what we can expect from the Google Android phone set to be anounced on 9/23/2008.

Probably the most important Google Android play is the synchronization of calendar, contacts and email without requiring USB cables or third-party apps to get the job done. I'm assuming that Android data will be hosted by Google, which of course will one day create a Microsoftish monopoly for Google.

Google Chrome Download

2008-09-03T04:42:00.000-07:00

Google Chrome can be downloaded here.

Google Chrome

2008-09-02T08:10:00.000-07:00

Chrome is a new, open-source web browser from Google.

Google explains what differentiates Chrome from other browsers in a comic book here. This is a great idea that explains complex things in a simple way - and can only help Chrome gain traction.

Some of the highlights:

tabs are individual browser processes that are sandboxed from each other
sandboxes have no write capabilities to the local machine (although plug-ins might)
includes its own highly optimized javascript virtual machine (V8)
includes anti-malware/anti-phishing

Hopefully the download link will be posted soon.

Make Your Own Word Clouds

2008-08-23T09:03:00.001-07:00

Create your own word clouds using web-based Wordle.

The cool thing - once you create a word cloud, you're free to use it in any manner possible - t-shirts, book covers etc. as long as attribute the image to http://wordle.net.

Mind Mapping with MindMeister

2008-08-16T09:48:00.000-07:00

A mind map is a radial diagram that represents ideas around a central key word or idea. MindMeister is a web-based, collaborative mind mapping tool that facilitates creating and sharing mind maps.

MindMeister is a blast to use, and the site is well put together. Sign-up is simple, the demos and tutorials are a snap, and viewing others' mind maps really helps get the creative juices flowing.

Read more about MindMeister here.

iPhone 2.0

2008-07-16T07:12:00.000-07:00

This isn't fresh news by any means, but we wanted to test 2.0 ourselves before posting.

In a nutshell, the 2.0 update is well worth it. There are lots of neat iPhone software applications in the newly installed icon 'App Store'. If you're an Ebayer, you'll find a slick free Ebay app. For corporate users with Exchange Server email, you'll like the integration to Exchange.

Google IM for iPhone

2008-07-03T11:36:00.001-07:00

I've been using Meebo on my iPhone for a about six months now, and I like it. I can Instant Message using my Yahoo, MSN or AOL accounts.

Now, Google is jumping into the mix with their Instant Messaging client for the iPhone here. It looks pretty slick, but, there's one drawback - you can only send and receive messages with other Google Talk contacts. I suspect this app will facilitate VOIP down the road, but will probably be limited to Android phones.

An HDTV Primer

2008-06-29T09:44:00.001-07:00

I thought I knew almost everything about HDTV until I read Ken Rockwell's article here. Prior to his current job as digital photography blog guru, he worked in the television broadcast industry. His article really cuts through the HD FUD, and offers some sound advice instead.

The Megapixel Myth

2008-06-17T21:37:00.000-07:00

Ken Rockwell is a photography guru, and his site is an awesome resource for learning everything you'd ever want to know about photography, especially digital photography. One article really stands out - The Megapixel Myth. In it, he explains that the number of megapixels that your camera can produce aren't necessarily as important as other factors required, such as skill.

Read more about it here.

Get Something for $10

2008-06-12T14:04:00.001-07:00

SomethingStore is a site that sells you something for $10. Seriously, it's just a random something. It may be worth $10, or more - you just won't know what it is until it arrives at your door.

Read more (or order something) from here.

Easy2Add - Outlook Events in Plain English

2008-06-04T23:06:00.001-07:00

This has been one of the niftiest features in Google Calendar, and it's finally available to Outlook users in the form of an add-on utility. Use simple English to quickly create Outlook events.

Some examples:

Lunch with John 6pm tomorrow at home
Haircut Thursday 11am

Requires: Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Required: Outlook 2002/2003/2007

For more information, visit here.

MozBackup - Firefox / Thunderbird Backup

2008-05-26T10:01:00.001-07:00

MozBackup is a great way to backup and restore your Firefox and/or Thunderbird information. MozBackup will copy bookmarks, mail, contacts, history, extensions, cache etc. I needed to use it recently to move my information to another computer, and it saved the day.

You can download MozBackup from here.

Eye-Fi Wireless SD Card

2008-05-14T07:11:00.000-07:00

Wirelessly upload photos to your computer.

The Eye-Fi Home SD card connects to your home WI-FI network and uploads your pictures automatically to your computer. No more wires, no more hassles. The card delivers pictures to an assigned folder that you designate. Suggested retail price is $79.99. Visit Eye-Fi for more information.

PowerPoint Sharing / Publishing

2008-05-06T20:02:00.000-07:00

Want to share a PowerPoint presentation, but you're not sure if your audience has PowerPoint installed? authorStream is a free sharing site that converts uploaded PowerPoint presentations into videos that can be shared with anyone.

For more information visit authorStream.

Mario, All Post-It'd Up

2008-05-01T18:22:00.000-07:00

I came back from lunch today, and much to my surprise Itai had created a Mario out of 3M Post-it Notes! He promised me that this was just 1.0 beta, and that 2.0 production will be ready soon. We'll post 2.0 here when it's ready.

Windows XP SP3 Available

2008-04-29T06:59:00.001-07:00

You can download Windows XP SP3 from here.

And while that's downloading, you should read an interesting article on standards, which explains why Microsoft Vista hasn't taken off.

iPhone / iTouch Naked Case

2008-04-18T06:39:00.000-07:00

Case-mate has just introduced the Naked Case, which is the first acrylic case that offers 100% protection for iPhone and iTouch, including the screen. It uses an electrostatic membrane that mimics the iPhone/iTouch screen which facilitates full touch through access while still protecting the screen. It appears to be amazingly thin.

For for information, visit Case-mate.

IOGEAR DVI Extender

2008-04-15T13:06:00.001-07:00

The IOGEAR DVI Cat5/Cat6 DVI Extender with Audio can extend a DVI signal up to 100' natively, and 300' by means of cascading multiple kits. As the name implies, it works over Cat5e and Cat6 wiring, and sends audio as well as video signals.

MSRP is $499. For more info, visit IOGEAR.

Belkin N1 Vision Wireless Router

2008-04-13T17:29:00.000-07:00

This slick looking wireless router has an easy-to-read, built-in screen that displays broadband speed, computer bandwidth usage, and the status of all of connected devices.

Of course membership has its privileges, this nifty device will set you back $179.

For more information, visit the Belkin product page here.

Mobile Edge Komen Collection

2008-04-08T06:39:00.000-07:00

Mobile Edge has created a product line that supports breast cancer research by donating 10% of each sale to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. All cases incorporate a pink hue, as well as the official Komen ribbon.

For more information, visit the Mobile Edge Komen Collection page.

WOWIO Offers Free eBooks

2008-03-31T19:50:00.000-07:00

WOWIO uses the ubiquitous advertising scheme to distribute free eBooks. While you won't find the latest Harry Potter (at least not yet), you can find some useful reads. For instance, if you feel the need to tie something, Knots by Andrew Adamides might come in handy.

Belkin iPhone Acrylic Case

2008-03-30T11:48:00.000-07:00

We normally don't get too excited when it comes to iPod or iPhone cases, but this one caught our attention. Not only does it protect your iPhone, but the belt clip serves as a 45 degree angle kick-stand for movie or TV show viewing.

List price is $29.99.

For more information, visit Belkin or call us, we have em in stock.