Another client-and, business cards!

I've been working on another website from somebody else that hired me! This is so exciting! :D Plus: I made myself some business cards. They're shiny, glossy, and.. shiny! Oh, and as a bonus, I made myself a lego business card holder.

You can check out the site I've been working on at www.blakesofa.net!

My portfolio!

As my previous post stated, I got a job!

Well, I have finished that job, and set up an online portfolio so people can see my work. Hopefully this will bring in more jobs.

http://www.endeavormedia.net/portfolios/nh

I got a job!

In my previous post I mentioned how I got a job, well... If you would like to see it (it's in the workings), go to www.mybasketkase.com - I'm still working on the design and such, so it's just the default Wordpress theme right now. >_< But yea, it's going to be a site about basket weaving. Funky.



On a side note: (I like doing side notes don't I...) Do any of you have ideas of what I could do for the poll?

Tech Vlogging

If I were to do a few videos every so often about tech or reviews, would this be of interest to any of you? I probably won't be able to find the time to do videos much, but occasionally. 

Leave a comment of your thoughts! 

On a side note: I got a one-time job setting up a website for someone! I'm very excited about it. Annnd, I finally figured out how to use manual focus on my camera, this will be a great help to doing close-up pictures.

My New Set Up!

Here's a quick vid of my new set up! I am very excited about it.

Tech Specs:

Toshiba Satellite M45

Apple Wired Keyboard

Logitech MX Revolution Mouse

HP w2207 (same one Jon has, it's beautiful!)

Creative SBS380 12 Watts 2.1 Speaker

And last but not least, I have taken a few pictures of it too. On my flickr page.

English Essay - Computers

Today I had to do an English essay about any topic I wished, I chose computers. Since this is my blog, I decided I would post it here. If you were the teacher, what would you grade me? 

General topic: computers

 

Limited subject: computer companies, connections, and examples

List of ideas:

• Fire wire
• USB
• Monitors
• Software
• Keyboards
• Mice
• Major companies
• Largest Supercomputer in the world

Statement of purpose (thesis):

Computers are a very important part of our daily lives. I plan to show some interesting facts about computers and give you some neat examples.

Outline: 

1. Introduction
1. The largest monitor
2. The largest computer
2. Major computer companies
1. IBM
2. Hewlett Packard
3. Verizon
4. Dell
5. Microsoft
6. Intel
7. Motorola
8. Sprint
9. Canon
10. Ingram Micro
3. Computer connections
1. VGA
2. DVI
3. HDMI
4. Computer transfer protocols
1. SCSI
2. Firewire
3. USB
5. Summary
1. How powerful compared to the first computers
2. What we might see in the future

 Computers  

The largest and highest resolution “monitor” in the world has 55 high-resolution displays hooked up all-together to make screen with up to 220 million pixels in resolution. 

The largest supercomputer in the world in named BlueGene/L, and as I am writing this, it has 73728 GB of memory. It was made by IBM—one of the major computer companies—and it is used to make possible science simulation of unprecedented detail for NNSA’s tri-lab Advanced Simulation and Computing (ASC) Program.

   Major computer companies in the world are—from rank 1-10—IBM, Hewlett Packard, Verizon, Dell, Microsoft, Intel, Motorola, Sprint, Canon, Ingram Micro. My family owns products from all of these companies except Ingram Micro, and Sprint!

 

There are many types of connections and ways to hook up different devices. Monitors use connections named VGA, DVI, and HDMI. Currently, HDMI has the highest quality; to my knowledge, there really is no difference in quality, in most cases, between VGA and DVI. The connection names are actually acronyms for longer names. VGA means Video Graphics Array, DVI means Digital Video Interface, and HDMI means High Definition Multimedia Interface.

 Most devices use USB, Firewire, or SCSI connections, USB being the more used.  The only difference with USB connections and Firewire connections is USB connections have to go through a “middle man”, or to keep this in perspective, a translator. Firewire connections are often times much faster because of this. Firewire connections use no “middle man” in the process of transferring data—a straight connection to each device, making a faster connection. Like the monitor connections, the connection names are acronyms for longer names. USB means Universal Serial Bus, and SCSI means Small Computer System Interface.

 Now let’s consider how powerful the computers are today compared to computers years ago. When computers were first being created, the prices were so high, that the average consumer could not begin to think about purchasing them. For instance, in 1956 IBM sold a 5 Megabyte drive for $50,000! The price rapidly decreased, and in 2002, the average cost of each Gigabyte was only $1.15! The cost is most likely even lower now. In the future, I think that most hard drives will be in flash format, and there will be even smaller, cheaper, more compact computers than there are today. We might even see entire touch-screen monitors and interfaces, and maybe even monitors or keyboards that roll up. 

Purchased an Apple Keyboard

I don't own a Mac, but I do love the keyboard. So today, I decided since I needed to buy a keyboard, and the Apple keyboard was the most comfortable out of all of them--I would buy it!

So I just wanted to make a post saying that all of the keys work except for the Expose, Dashboard, media buttons, brightness settings, volume, and the eject button. I knew those keys wouldn't work without the drivers; but even then, there is no Dashboard or Expose on the PC! Also, the F13-F19 keys do not work, and there is no print screen key so you'll need to find a free software to take screenshots with. I was trying to get SnagIt, but it costs money, and I missed the free promotion by a few months. >_<

My PC noticed the keyboard right away, and it worked without installing any special software/drivers. (if there were any) Edit: There are! The drivers allow for the Print Screen key to work (F14) and the Media keys! http://happytocode.com/

Another thing! The usb ports work on it, which I was hoping for.

So overall, even if you are a PC user, and you are in the market for a keyboard, I definitely recommend the Apple wired keyboard! 9/10

My first ever Apple purchase, Yay! I love Apple. . .

Note: My new set-up pictures coming soon!

-!nteresting

Brilliant Hamsters.

Allway Sync

Allway Sync is a free app which allows you to backup and Sync files between your computer and a drive. Network drives included. 

From the day I've been using this, this is definitely something I would first install on a new computer.  You can have it on at all times, to automatically sync your files to a specific folder on a drive, if that drive is always on; or if you, lets say, have a thumb drive, you can just set it to manual sync--sync when you want to.

Overall, this app is great. It doesn't look too good, [design] but it is definitely powerful, and gets the job done. 

If I were to get a Mac, which of these? Results!

If I were to get a Mac, which of these?

Remember to vote! A new poll is up!

Today, MacBook + Pro Line Updates

Firstly, today the 2GB shuffle is now available to purchase, which I may, considering it's fairly cheap, and I recently sold my old mp3 player to a friend.

Secondly, The new MacBooks and MacBook Pros have been released today! The update wasn't much, as I was hoping for a newer keyboard design for the MacBook Pros, but both types of MacBooks now have a faster processor and a bigger hard drive. The MacBook Pros, however, now have the multi-touch trackpad -- which is on the MacBook air.

Overall, it's really not that interesting of an update. I haven't tried the multi-touch gestures on the MacBook air, but from what I've seen, they don't seem like I would use them that often.

iPod Shuffles gets lower price, Now 2GB Models.

The entire iPod shuffle line gets a new, lower price of $49. Also, coming soon, they are going to have a 2GB model for $69.

3D Apple logo - New to Old

3D Apple logo - New to Old
Originally uploaded by 1nteresting

This is a 3d Apple logo I created. I tried to remake the newest Apple logo, but decided to make a 3d version of it, which then came out as this.

Tell me what you think of it.

Brown and Green Stripes

Brown and Green Stripes
Originally uploaded by 1nteresting

A background I created, solely in photoshop.

Flying Apple Wallpaper

Flying Apple Wallpaper
Originally uploaded by 1nteresting

I re-made the flying apple wallpaper that was found on interfacelift.com (tinyurl.com/2nphlj)

The original had a cream background, I made it a darker theme to match my desktop.

iPod touch/iPhone price drop soon?

The web site 9to5Mac has found that Apple may cut the price of their iPhone and iPod touch $100 in late February or March.

Apple, most likely, will also take out both 8GB versions of the iPod touch and iPhone.

To sum it up:

Old prices	8GB	16GB	32GB
iPhone	$399	$499	n/a
iPod touch	$299	$399	$499

New prices	8GB	16GB	32GB
iPhone	$299	$399	n/a
iPod touch	$199	$299	$399

Wallpaper #6

A cool look behind the scenes of Apple picture day.

(all wallpapers are copyrighted by their respective owners)

Should I buy an 8GB iPod touch?

The results are in! Looks like the majority disagreed. Time for a new poll?

Make sure to vote in it!

Yes

  3 (37%)

No

  5 (62%)

Don't Engrave your iPods!

Especially if you ever plan to return it to the Apple Store and/or sell it.
Look what I found on the Apple Website: "your engraved order can't be returned." This is found right after you select your iPod on the product page.

'Course, who would want to buy an iPod with something engraved on it anyway?

How to change your home page in firefox.

This is a simple tutorial on how to change your home page in firefox. I know a lot of you already know how to do this, but it is my featured article on Helium, and I've earned the most from it. So, I thought I'd link you to it.

http://www.helium.com/tm/594510/change-firefox-click-tools

Mac Book Pro Update, soon?

Originally posted by 9to5mac.com.

The stars have been further aligning up lately on the new MacBook Pros. If you are thinking about making an Apple laptop purchase hold out for a week or so. MacRumors thinks it will be within two weeks and some new battery specs have hit the interwebs. Also we've been hearing stories from retailers that new SKU's for MacBook Pros are hitting the streets (anyone care to elaborate?)...So our predictions are as follows:

• No big announcement and not released at Macworld so just minor upgrades, not major overhaul (bummer)

• Same basic design/form

• May be packaged with 10.5.2

• Keyboard like MacBook Air

• Most likely bigger multi-touch trackpad that looks much like the MacBook Air's - same functionality

• 45nm Penryn chips will be marginally faster and save 10%ish on battery usage, upgraded graphics cards as well

• Same price points, 3 models - two 15's and a 17 (now LED screened) Hopefully, but sadly doubtful 3G or WiMAX (We know we keep saying it but hopefully Apple will listen)

• Possibility being thinner package and of SSD option or hybrid config

Shrinkage

Now I know that this is unrelated to tech in any way, but I thought some of you might find this funny. That. My friends. Is my sweater, same size. Shrunk. Daaaaang. I'll remember to not do that again!

It was my favorite sweater too. Grrr. Remember kids, Don't put a sweater in the dryer! *slaps forehead* Man am I stupid.

Unification Wars

Unification Wars is a Scifi Space Strategy Sim Massive Online Game.

Now, I'll let my friend write the rest, as he knows a lot more about it than I do.

UC (Unification Wars) is one of the very little bit better than average text-based mmorpgs on the web.

Its game play can be highly addictive , which is proven by the fact that many of its players stick around for several years. It features around 500 active players at a time with an in-game chat. Players can attack other players that are both online and offline. 30 hours of damage protection are given to each player allowing a person to log in for an hour or two, play and talk, and then log back out. New players are given automatic protection until they rise above the newbie power rating cap (power rating determines your strength)

Power rating is determined by ships, which each have their own PR values. Ships are equipped with one or two of the four possible weapon types. Players will attack each other with six stacks of ships (stacks are composed of different ships. 6 different types of ships would go into a separate stacks , the maximum being six stacks for the attacker.) Players will usually attempt to line up a specific ship that is strong against another kind of ship to try and win the battle.

Players have 4 differnet types of attacks they can use, with "Invasion" being the most used. Invading for planets (The Minimum you can win is 750, because planets are rated in the thousands. For example, 65k planets is a very low amount, and 5 million planets is the average amount for the higher ranking players) is the goal of the game, with obtaining as many as you can being your ultimate goal. You can do this either by attacking other players or by exploring. (You can only explore up to 500k planets) Joining a federation will allow a player to make friends and grow stronger and better in a short period of time, including the added effect of gaining planets. Federation members can send ships to support each other in battle. Federations can ally with each other and declare on other federations. Federation wars however, are meaningless in the fact that neither side can actually win one. There are no penalties or losses suffered by the losing fed either.

Non-military features only include artifacts, the research of technology and infrastructure, and an intergalactic market, in which players can buy minerals to build their ships, or purchase Food, Raw Material, and Consumer Goods, to fuel one of the five types of economies a player can focus their empire on. Besides these , the game is sorely lacking in any non-military related features. Additional drawbacks that the game suffers from are a horrible and outdated forum, extremely relative chat rules that are based on the moderators opinion, the games founder, stephen, who updates the game every two months at best. Bugs and glitches are still large in number , and many of the games rules are a negative influence on the game. Players are banned easily and other players will not dare to speak out about it in fear of being banned by the administrators who hold almost "godlike" powers.

This is a good game overall, and will satisfy many players who play it. It is probably one of the better text-based strategy games out there. The lack of updates will annoy many a player though. More updates will unlock this game's potential to be one of the best text-based strategy games around. Do be careful about speaking your mind, as the administrators can be harsh without mercy.

Mac Leopard Msstyle

This will transform the way your computer looks, and make it look like a Mac with Leopard. It's really cool. Plus, no separate software is needed, and it's free.

So download it, try it out, and see if you like it. It's easy to switch back to the normal XP look.

Wallpaper Pack

A cool wallpaper pack I found on deviantart.

How to Make a Flash Based Video iPod

I found an article that shows you step by step how to replace the Hard drive in a video iPod to a Flash-based (SSD-Solid State Drive) Video iPod.

It definitely looks fairly easy to do.

Quoted from:

http://www.mactips.org/archives/2008/01/29/how-to-make-a-flash-based-video-ipod/

If you have an iPod Video with a broken hard drive or just want to upgrade to more energy efficient and more durable Flash memory, then Tarkan has just what you need. It's a straightforward operation that shouldn't take you more than 20 minutes. Here's what you'll need:

• 1 Compact Flash card of any size (No less than 4 GB), I highly recommend this one
• 1 iFlash Video iPod Compact flash adapter (available at Tarkan's store)
• 1 iPod opening tool (also available at Tarkan's store)
• 1 iPod Video (5 gen or 5.5 gen will work)

Once you have all the necessary materials, the process is actually quite simple. First, you must pry open the iPod casing with the opening tool, this is the hardest part of the whole operation. To do this, create a small gap in between the front and back panels by holding the iPod face up in the palm of your hand and pulling the front panel towards yourself. Then insert the opening tool into the gap and work your may around the iPod until all the retaining clips come undone.

Next, you need to release the battery connector ribbon cable, you can do this either by just gently pulling on the ribbon cable or by releasing the locking mechanism with a toothpick/ eyeglass repair kit. Once this is done, lay the front and back sides next to each other so as to not strain the headphone connector ribbon cable

Afterwards, flip the hard drive over to expose the connection between the motherboard and the hard drive. Use your fingernail/screwdriver to lift the black bar on the hard drive to release the hard drive.

Next, plug the CF card into the iFlash adapter. Make sure the black bar on the iFlash adapter is raised, then plug the ribbon cable (the one formerly connected to the hard drive) into the iFlash adapter. Once it is in, press the iFlash adapter firmly into the iPod so that it can't move around. Once that is done, connect the battery connector ribbon cable back into the motherboard.

Before closing and sealing everything up, restore the iPod by plugging it into your computer and opening iTunes. Once everything is confirmed to be working, seal up the case and then you have yourself a fully functional FlashPod!

This operation won't just fix your broken iPod, it will also make it run faster, weigh less, and extend your battery life. However, the best part is that you no longer have to deal with fragile hard drive. Flash memory is extremely tough, I've found memory cards covered in mud and thoroughly soaked that somehow still work after they're dried. The only downside to this is that syncing your iPod will take more time.

Qtrax update.

Qtrax is finally up for download!

Although, now trying to register is a pain. Wait it out, I guess.

FreeRice

Give free rice to the hungry by playing a simple word game.

Free rice is a vocabulary building word game based charity, I suppose you could say. They give you a word and you must pick the correct synonym. For every word you get right free rice will donate 20 grains of rice through the United Nations to poor nations. It's good for your mind and your soul!

If you think it's fake, check the FAQ. It isn't.

link

How To: Add Pages in Blogger

An easy-enough-for-you-to-do tutorial on how to add the functionality of pages to your blogger blog. I'll Probably be doing this, considering I really need a page for... stuff.

But yea, if you have a blog hosted by blogger, check it out.

link

Neg's Urban Sports

My friend showed me these hilarious videos. This guy basically plays games that he made up.

Warning - A 'lil bit of swearing.

One of the games, is where he runs into a shop, sets off the alarm, and runs to the nearest Burger King/McDonalds, all while being chased by guards. It is so funny!

Another game, is where he will run into a shop, covering his hand under his shirt to act like he has a gun. He then yells at everyone in the store to fall down on the floor. Whoever falls for it he counts, and then runs off.

He made other games too, but I'm not going to explain them all. I set-up a playlist of all of the ones I could find. You found more? Post a link!

New Blog Design

I have changed my blog design, nothing much, but I think it suites it better. Several of my friends agree.

Keep in mind, I didn't actually create this... someday I will though.

Qtrax is still not up.

Qtrax still isn't up for download, their entire site is down. Well, they aren't very reliable before people start downloading millions of songs--even the program! I'm beginning to wonder if their service is ever going to be available.

They are probably just working out the kinks, but it makes you wonder.

Google Image Update

Yes, that's right. Google updated their home page logo banner. It's going LEGO! I just had to post this... considering I like LEGO very much.

edit: Google already switched it back to their original logo. Glad I caught it.

Qtrax

Qtrax allows you to download music for free! And yes, legally. Qtrax simply gets paid by their advertisers, and with that money, pays for the music you download.

I haven't tried it just yet, but it is being released soon! Follow-up post/review coming in a bit!

edit: Their servers are down/slow, I guess this might be a bit popular?

Windows Live Writer

I never even heard of this program until my friend asked if I had a MSN messenger account. I knew I did, but I uninstalled MSN because I didn't like it at the time. Now MSN is updated, and I actually like it, but with it, they had some other software you could download. One of those, is Windows Live Writer.

Surprisingly, Windows Live Writer has a very cool looking interface, and it's way better than just writing through Blogger's interface, or any other blog interface for that matter. You can easily add hyperlinks, pictures, tables, maps, tags, and videos. Plus, it all makes it look like you are writing directly onto your blog, not with a plain, boring text box.

Also, it spell checks while your typing--if you don't use a browser with that capability already.

When you first look at it, it doesn't look like it allows you to see/edit the html of the post, but it does. Simply press shift+f11, or view -> HTML code.

It's definitely very cool. If you have a blog, try it out! (it's free)

Download Windows Live Writer

500xl iPod earbuds

I found these. They don't tell the price of them, or where you can get them, but they sure look cool.

NetVibes

I just discovered a site which allows you to have a personal customizable homepage. It's like iGoogle, only better.

NetVibes has different widgets that you can add, and lets you have multiple tabbed sections of your homepage.

(http://www.netvibes.com/)

Wallpaper #4

A pack of six abstract wallpapers made by Uribaani at deviantart.
(all wallpapers are copyrighted by their respective owners)

My favorite websites.

I go to so many websites so often, it's hard for me to put a finger on what my three favorite websites would be, although I'll try to, for the sake of this article.

First and foremost: Google.com
Google would have to be my most used and frequently visited website. I use it for search, email, blogger, calendar-so many things! All of their services are all synced up, all into one, single account. While I work, I always have Gmail running in the background, checking my email messages for me. Plus, Google owns Youtube, so Youtube could be right here too.

Second in line: Apple.com
Even though I own a Windows PC now, I'll definitely be moving to a Mac. I always go to Apple's website just to see their newest products and news-or look at their shiny glass staircase.

Third place: Livebrick.net
This is operated by me and my friend, so obviously theres enough reason that I would like it. I use this website for making "brickfilms"-stopmotion animation with LEGO.

Of course, these are just my most visited websites. Other than my top three, I also enjoy the following: (in no particular order)

topleftpixel.com-Picture a day. Photography site.

gaiaonline.com-A community forum website which is directed towards art/mini shops and dressing your avatar up. Sounds odd at first, but it's actually pretty cool.

runescape.com-MMORPG I sometimes like to play.

facebook.com-Social network site, in my opinion, way better than MySpace.

vulomedia.com-Great for hosting images and audio files, no signup.

deviantart.com-Show your art to many people for free.

youtube.com-Host your videos and share them with others here.

revver.com-Host your videos and share them with others-all while making money.

cdbaby.com-Purchase music from artists you may not know of.

last.fm-Find music you like.

pandora.com-Listen to music in the same genre as your favorites for free.

purevolume.com-Find more music you like.

drummerworld.com-See videos of drummers, drumming.

helium.com-Write articles to make money.

pixel2life.com-Great tutorial site.

paypal.com-Receive payments quickly.

ebay.com-Buy and sell items off the internet.

newegg.com-Great for buying tech items.

Those are just the ones off the top of my head! I hope you enjoyed reading this list!

On the topic of Set-ups. . .

Here's the set-up I'd like to have, and the prices. The first price shown is the educational price, and the second, just the normal price. Too bad the Apple keyboard doesn't work with PCs, I'd buy it now.


MacBook 13-inch (White), 2.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - $1,216.00 - $1,318.00
Part Number: Z0FA
Superdrive 8x (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
Keyboard/Mac OS - U.S. English
Apple Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter
120GB Serial ATA Drive @ 5400 rpm
1GB 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM - 2x512MB
Accessory Kit
2.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo

Crucial 2GB, 200-pin SODIMM, DDR2 PC2-5300 memory module - $64.99

AppleCare Protection Plan for MacBook Air/MacBook - Auto-enroll - $183.00 - $249.00

Apple Cinema HD Display (23" flat panel) - $799.00 - $899.00

Time Capsule - 500 GB - $279.00 - $299.00

Apple Keyboard - $49.00 - $49.00

iPod touch, 8GB - $299.00 - $299.00

Contour iSee for iPod touch - $29.95 - $29.95

Logitech MX™ Revolution - $99.99

Logitech Z-4i Speakers - $99.99



Subtotal: $3,119.92 - $3,407.92

My Set-up - Show me yours!

Today I felt like showing you my set-up, please, feel free to show me yours. Comment!

Recent Comments Widget

I was just searching around today, and I found a website which generates a code specifically for blogger. 

It's a widget which shows the most recent comments. Very handy, and free. 

Click here.

Sadly I don't have any comments yet. If your here, please comment!

Music Video - Work it out

I happened to stumble upon this music video... This guy dances awesomely. 

My recommended Firefox add-ons.

I recommend the following firefox add-ons to get: (ordered from most useful to least useful, in my opinion)

#1 Adblock Plus

I like to use Adblock Plus to block--literally--every single ad. The Google ads I actually like, as they bring content that is related to the content of the page, and it doesn't distract from what you are viewing. So I disable Google ads.

To disable it for only Google ads, simply press Ctrl + Shift + A while in firefox, and scroll down the list until you find "http://pagead2.$~other" and click on the green dot to the right of it. Click apply, and your done. 

#2 McAfee SiteAdvisor

I find McAfee SiteAdvisor very handy when I am searching the web. It tells if the site is a virus-free or scam-free site by a simple icon next to the search result. If it is not, it shows a red icon. 

#3 Firefox Showcase

Firefox Showcase shows a thumbnail preview for every tab you have open, like EI 7 does.

#4 KeepVid

Not necessarily an add-on, but it allows you to drag a "button" into your bookmarks toolbar, and when you click it, it downloads the video that is on the page you are viewing. Very handy if you want to download a Youtube video or something.

#5 Foxdie

Foxdie has many themes in one! All of them look Mac-ish.

If you have any that you like to use, please feel free to comment under this post.

Vulomedia - Free image host

Now, I know most of you will already know of a free image hosting website that you use, but I recommend this website to anyone looking for one. 

It's called Vulomedia. Their slogan says everything about it:  Free, simple image hosting. 

Check it out!

On a side note, they also host audio files for free.

Wallpaper #3

A classy blue Apple wallpaper, found on deviantart.
(all wallpapers are copyrighted by their respective owners)

If you like it, I'm sure sikeyaout would appreciate if you favorite it!

Official Web Apps Directory

A web apps directory created by Apple. This may be old news for some of you, but for the others, here it is. 

All you have to do is visit the url of that Web App, for instance, if you wanted to go to Facebook, you’d go to the url http://iphone.facebook.com. You can find the url of the Web App on Apple’s website.

Oh, and one last thing. They are all free. 

New Apple TV Rentals-Way around the time limit?

There's a simple way of getting around time limit of 24 hours to watch a rented movie.

Simply change the clock on your computer back! The farther you go back, the more time you have to watch it. You can go back as far as days and years. Obviously Apple is going to fix this error, but for now, take your time. 

Of course, you may not always want to be far back in time, so to keep your clock at the current time. . . Change your clock forward in time, rent your movie, and then switch the clock back to the current time.

This is so easy, I kinda feel bad for Apple.

Wallpaper #2

An abstract iPhone/iPod touch wallpaper I found. Many more at 320by480.com. 

(all wallpapers are copyrighted by their respective owners)

iGas

iGas is a web app that allows you to input your zip code to find the cheapest gas in your area. Of course, you don't have to use this only on your iPhone or iPod touch, you could use it on a computer too. I find this extremely useful.

Two Mac Buying Guides

I have found two very useful Mac Buying Guides, they have been out for awhile now, but I figured I would post about them. 

The first one is mactactic. Mactactic indicates when a new Apple product should be released by using status bars and weeks/days estimate. They were only 9 days off on the Mac Pro update! The only downside - when I am posting this - is that they do not have estimates for many of the iPods. A cool thing about mactactic, is that they have Dashboard widgets, so you keep up to date without visiting their website all the time.

The second website is on Macrumors. Macrumors has estimates for just about every Apple product except for the Apple TV, and of course the newest products, the Macbook Air and Time Capsule. 

I usually compare both of these websites, going back and forth in between them.

FlyakiteOSX v3.5 - Transform Win XP to a Mac! (for free!)

FlyakiteOSX transforms your Windows XP computer into a Mac, for free! I have personally tried this on a Windows machine, and it looks great! This is most definitely the easiest and cleanest install I've ever had. 

When you first install it, it gets a little laggy, but after about 5 minutes of use, it starts to act like a normal computer would. Also, if you don't like it, uninstalling is very easy. All you have to do is click uninstall, and everything related to Flyakite is uninstalled--so your machine goes right back to normal. Keep in mind, this is for Windows XP machines only! If you have any questions about it, simply comment on this post.

Edit: Known Glitches: 

#1  iTunes won't load after you first install it, but if you use this to uninstall the multi-plugin, it will work.

Wallpaper #1

As my first few posts, I'll be posting a few wallpapers that I like to use. I'll be posting more content-filled posts once I have time. 

(all wallpapers are copyrighted by their respective owners)

Grand Opening!

Welcome everyone to my first tech-related blog! I will allow multiple authors, so If you want to be an author, simply comment under this post.