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PS3 Updates are getting ridiculous
I must say that the updates on the PlayStation 3 are getting ridiculous. I tried to play an online game today and I had to go through the process of updating my system software. System Software Version 3.10. You know the new features it added? The display method for photos in the [Photo] category has [...]
Apple and Palm still at it over the Pre's Itunes Syncing
Just about a week ago Apple released Itunes 8.2.1 which broke the Pre’s Itunes syncing capability. Now today Palm released the Pre webOS 1.1.0 which resolved the issue. The Pre now syncs with Itunes again!!
President Obama's Speech in Accra, Ghana
Text of President Barack Obama’s speech on Saturday July 11th, 2009 in Accra, Ghana. ___ Good morning. It is an honor for me to be in Accra, and to speak to the representatives of the people of Ghana. I am deeply grateful for the welcome that I’ve received, as are Michelle, Malia and Sasha Obama. [...]
Apple's Subtle warning to the Palm Pre about Itunes syncing.
One of the Palm Pre’s selling points is its ability to sync with your current Itunes library. On Tuesday, Apple published a support article iTunes: About unsupported third-party digital media players. Read the excerpt below Apple designs the hardware and software to provide seamless integration of the iPhone and iPod with iTunes, the iTunes Store, [...]
Are you Skynet? Wolfram Alfra's Answer
I was messing around with Wolfram Alpha, the new computational engine and I must say it can very very helpful if you know what to look for. It can also return some hilarious answers like the one below. The question was “Are you Skynet?”
Microsoft Cancels Live Product Upload
Microsoft canceled their free Live Product Upload, for those of you who don’t know what the service did, it was similar to the Google Shopping Engine. As an online merchant I had very high hopes for this program because of the runaway success of Google’s Program. It is being replaced by the Cashback program which [...]
Google flags all websites as harmful
Earlier today all searches on Google produced the “this site may be harmful link” next to every search result. It only lasted an hours and the problem was quickly reversed. Google issued an apology on its blog and attributed it to a human error. We periodically update that list and released one such update to [...]
Managing programs that automatically start with your computer
Have you ever taken a glance by the time in the lower right hand of your computer and notice a number of icons sitting there. When you install most programs, they have a small part of the program running, so when you finally need the program it doesn’t have to start loading from scratch and [...]
Digital TV transition bill fails to pass in the House of Representatives
The United States House of Representatives did not pass a bill to delay the Digital TV Transition. It looked like a sure bet to pass. The bill needed two-thirds of the votes of the House under “special rules adopted for the vote,” and reportedly, the vote was just 258 to 168 in favor of changing [...]
Circuit City's going out of business sale
Yesterday I visited a Circuit City store in the Green Acres mall in Valley Stream, NY. I saw the big signs that said 10 to 30% off. I was disappointing when I went into the store, televisions, receivers and most other big ticket items were only 10% off, the 30% was on cables and accessories. [...]
Jailbreaking/Unlocking my iPhone 3g with 2.2 OS
I always thought that jailbreaking and unlocking the iPhone was one and the same thing. I learned today that they were different. I finally decided to take the leap after seeing my brother use a tethering app that I thought would be useful. I used PwnageTool_2.2, and followed all the instructions and it jailbroke my [...]
Google's Chrome browser out of beta today.
Google Chrome came out of beta today. Users can now download it at the official Chrome site. Users who are currently running the beta version will be notified of the new update on Friday. I can’t wait to see if all the bug fixed have been ironed out, chrome has been my browser of choice [...]
Google showing sponsored listings on Youtube
I just noticed that Google started showing sponsored listings on the top and right side on Youtube searches. It works for web searches and I think it will work for Youtube. Its one of the many ways Google is trying to monetize Youtube and all its traffic.
Google Adwords now allowing beer and hard alcohol ads
Google is now allowing ads promoting alcohol and beer sales. I’m guessing one of the reasons for the change is the economy, financial and auto companies particulary are some of the biggest spenders in online advertising and they are particularly hit hard by the current downturn. The ads must promote brands or information, ads directly [...]
Ebay now offering feedback revision
With little fanfare eBay is now offering sellers the ability to request that a buyer changes negative or nuetral feedback. I’m sorry to report that positive feedback with a low number of stars are not eligible. It is only available with the following rules You can send a limited number of Feedback revision requests per calendar [...]
How to extend your network using a router.
For router to router connections Suppose you have an ADSL modem with a four port router (e.g., a D-Link DSL504 ADSL Modem/Router). You’ve bought a second router (e.g., a Belkin 54Mbps Wireless 802.11g) and want to plug this into the network to add in and to share more local machines, and to share the Internet [...]
New Updates to the eBay feedback system July 10th 2008
I’m sure I’m not the only one that saw this coming. July 10, 2008 Dear eBay member, In May, we made significant changes to the eBay Feedback system to increase buyer confidence and improve buyer and seller accountability in the marketplace. I encourage you to review the changes, especially those designed to hold buyers accountable [...]
New remote sign out and activity monitor in gmail
Gmail is rolling out a new feature that allows you to view information about the last time your account was accessed and whether it is currently open on another computer. At the bottom of your inbox, you’ll see information about the time of the last activity on your account and whether it’s still open in [...]
Microsoft Live Cash Back?
I heard the news and read a few blogs about the new Microsft Live Search Cashback program where you can get up to 25% of your purchases back if you use Live Search and click on a sponsored listing with the Live Search Cashback Logo. I was looking at an eBay auction for a HP [...]
Abobe joins forces with Google and Yahoo to make Flash content more searchable
Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced the company is teaming up with search industry leaders Google and Yahoo to dramatically improve the search results of Flash based content. Adobe is providing optimized Flash player technology to Google and Yahoo! to enhance search engine indexing of the Flash file format (SWF) and uncover information that is currently [...]
June 30 is the last day of sales for Windows XP
Windows XP D-Day is 6-8-08. Monday June 30th 2008 will be the last day that Microsoft will offer Windows XP to the general public. The rumors that Microsoft would extend the date have been proven false. They will, however, continue to support Windows XP until 2014. So XP users needn’t fret that you’ll suddenly be [...]
Turn off chat in Gmail
Its seems simple enough but it took me a little while to figure this out. I was getting annoyed at constantly being “annoyed” with people trying to instant message me whenever I tried to check email. Just scroll down to the chat area on the left side you can either click on the drop down [...]
Yahoo Image search is dominated by Flickr photos
Has anyone noticed that Yahoo image search is dominated by flickr photos? Searches that should return company logos a lot of times return skimpily clad women because that these are the photos that are tagged and commented on. I was doing some research on a television (sony 52xbr5) and wanted to look at some images. [...]
Australian regulator signals no deal on eBay plan
SYDNEY, Australia – EBay said Friday it will postpone plans to make its PayPal system the only way to pay for deals on its auction site in Australia after the antitrust regulator said it would reduce competition. ADVERTISEMENT Australia was the first place where eBay was planning the PayPal-only system, though the company often tests [...]