iTunes 8 provides a range of new and exciting features, designed specifically for those who have an account at an iTunes Store.
The best feature of the lot has to be the Genius, which includes a smart sidebar and playlist. It also has a playlist feature which captures data about the songs you are listening to and songs that you rate. It then recommends songs for you based on the data that has been captured. All you have to do Continue reading »
When we want cutting edge technology with an emphasis on beautiful design and cutting edge looks then, of course, we look to Apple to deliver. At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas the talk was less about what was on show than on something that has yet to enter the public domain - yes the latest thing to get the techies talking is the much vaunted, yet still enigmatic, I-Slate!
Rumours of the I-Slate have been growing over the Continue reading »
When the iMac G5 came out some years ago it was a revolution in the all-in-one design for computers. The new iMac 27 inch with Core 15 is spun from that same thread and thus keeps the photo-frame look that we have now come to love. Keep in mind that this new design not only personifies the integrated concept but it also reduces the desk space previous machines took up. The new 27 inch is light and its display will Continue reading »
A few weeks ago, I decided to treat myself to an iPhone. It was quite a landmark decision for me because, although I have always loved my gadgets, I have always had a bit of an aversion to Apple. I find that their way of doing things with software is a bit naff when you compare it to Microsoft but I thought I should give them a go…
So, after hours of trawling around, I finally found an iPhone on Continue reading »
I can fully sympathise with the author of this post. The trouble that they have had with Dell is very reminiscent of my problems with Acer.
A couple of months ago I bought an Acer laptop. All was well until three days had passed by…
After a long list of problems (including a broken connection to the screen) I had to send the unit back to them. This was a bit of a pain but I decided that I Continue reading »
Instant messaging has many positives to it. For instance, it is a great way to communicate with people without the need to pick up the phone. For example, let’s say in business, you have a few things that you need to do, but you also need to talk to a few prospects as well concerning your business opportunity, this is where instant messaging can be a godsend. It makes multi-tasking shine! You simply sign into your Yahoo or MSN instant Continue reading »
Amoungst other important office gear I brought recently (a chilled water machine and coffee machine – essential for the troupes of course) I also bought a new mac. Though instead of actually doing any work on it I’m addicted to it’s bundled application, iLife’09. Well, mainly just iPhoto and GarageBand, but I thought I’d talk about the whole thing since iMovie, iWeb and iDVD are also included in the package should you be interested.
Free as part of any new Continue reading »
I’m so excited about my new toy! And as a graphic designer I can honestly say that the New Macbook Pro is the best yet! It boasts an 8hour battery life, high-resolution widescreen display, illuminated keyboard, multi-touch track pad, built in wifi and a powerful Intel core duo processor that runs at 2.93Ghz. Basically, to the non-techies out there– it’s bloody fast! Going back to the battery for a minute, as we all know, most electrical items batteries will wear Continue reading »
A touch-screen and Wi-Fi equipped version of its popular iPod media player with enhanced soft skills. Revolutionary Multi-Touch interface, 3.5-inch widescreen color display, Wi-Fi (802.11b/g), 8 mm thin, Music, videos, photos, iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store, Safari, Mail, You Tube.
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If you’re at all interested in image manipulation, Photoshop is a necessity.
It’s a very powerful program that can handle pretty much any image you throw at it.
For instance, if you happen to be in possession of one of those sort of pictures that looks like you could do with facial redness treatment. Stick it in Photoshop, and it can reduce it. Continue reading »