Headlines: iOS7 Feel Safer with Activation Lock
NYPD officers where handing out flyers and trying to educate people on Saturday that they should upgrade their devices to iOS7 because of the newly introduced activation lock.
FirstLook: WillyDigger Custom Cylon Commander Bead
Sometimes we have to take a step back from technology and mass manufacturing and appreciate the quality and craftsmanship of true artisans. Like Fred of Wabi-Sabi Skulls who hand-crafts custom beads ranging from skulls, Punisher, Boba Fett, IronMan, Serenity ships to where ever your imagination can take you. These one of a kinda custom beads can be used on lanyards, Key chains or just used as plain old collectables.
FirstLook: Dolry HiFi Stone S
The HiFi stone by Dolry is a 30-pin adapter compatible with AirPlay, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi. Offering you a way of connection your old docks with high 24bit connection. At first glance you may think its similar to other bluetooth device. But using bluetooth comes at a cost to audio quality. Bluetooth typical compresses audio up to 3 times. It also limits your range to shorter distances and line of site.
Tips: Bento Database - WickedEdge
I recently acquired a WickedEdge sharpening system. This system is awesome for anyone who wants to get great edges on their knifes. This system enables you to hone in on pretty much any specific angle you want. Along with the tools to replicate that angle over and over reducing the amount of wear on your knife and giving a great polish if you desire.
FirstLook: Whoosh Screen Shine
Whoosh is a new 100% natural and safe way to rid your screens and devices of dirt, grime, and bacteria while providing a high polish shine. Made with no Ammonia or Alcohol Whoosh is safe enough to eat, not that you would want to. Who doesn't want one less think to worry about when it comes to your children or pets.
Install: Ubuntu, Node.js, Git and Ghost
Their seems to be a bit of confusion amongst the Ghost community on how to install Ghosts first weekly update. I am not a developer or part of the Ghost team however I have backed Ghost as a VIP. I figured I could shed some light on how to go about this install. This walk through is intend for other Ghost VIP or higher backers. I will walk through the installation of a Ubuntu server 13.04 server as well as Node.js and Ghost and other recommended and suggested packages.
Headline: The power of IFTTT, now in your pocket
Soon your phone will be just as valuable in your pocket as it is in your hand. Idle phones move data, respond to new locations, and receive notifications
QuickTip: Notable change to iOS7 Camrea app
A notable change to how you take pictures in iOS7.
FirstLook: Karma HotSpot with Social Bandwidth
Having the ability to create a WiFi network wherever and whenever you need it is great, but prices nows days can cost you. With most Hotspots and Phone tethering requiring expensive plans. Most people don't use up all their data every month and this is a big waist. Karma sets out to fix that with its Social Bandwidth. Karma creates a portable WiFi hotspot that anyone can connect to. For every new users that connotes to your hotspot your both rewarded with an additional 100mb's of free data. On top of this social aspect this little WiFi hot spot uses a PayAsYouGo business model that never expires. Pay for your data and use it when you want.
Thoughts on WWDC 2013
Join us as we take a look through products and features announced at WWDC 2013
QuickTip: Enable tabbing in OSX dialogs
Have you ever wished you can navigate OSX dialog boxes like you can on a PC, By TABBING? With this quick tweak of you Keyboard preferences we will having back to navigating dialogs with your keyboard like a pro. Follow these steps
quickTip: Enabling FTP on Mountain Lion
If your running Mountain Lion you may have noticed the missing FTP sharing options. Don't worry, FTP server is still there, even if it is a client installation and not a Server install.
Review: R0DE Videomic
The Videomic line of microphones have always been geared towards videographers and journalists looking to stay mobile and improve their sound quality. R0DE has partnered with Rycote combining their Lyre suspension system with R0DE's VideoMic. In addition to providing a solid mount with resistance to shock and movement noise. They also benefit from Lyre's lower profile build as well. The Videomic uses a super-cardioid polar pattern reducing sounds from the sides. This results in a signal that sounds closer to the camera, even when shooting in noisy environments or at moderate distances.
Health Apps:Â Give yourself reasons why you can
Find something that works for you and enjoy doing. The key here is to keep at it regularly until it becomes a habit. It's much eaiser when it's something you look forward to doing.
FirstLook: ZombieRun2
You are Runner 5. Hundreds of lives are counting on you. You've got to help your base rebuild from the ruins of civilization by collecting critical supplies while avoiding roving zombie hordes. Can you save them and learn the truth about the zombie apocalypse?
Review: Bluebuds X - bluetooth earbuds for an active lifestyle
Jaybird has been pioneering the way when it comes to audio fitness gear. The Bluebuds-X' is blurring lines between wired and wireless audio performance. Along with eight-hour battery play time, patented secure fit for sports, sweat proof with Lifetime Warranty Against Sweat, and the all-new X-Fit—which lets you lift the cord off your neck for the perfect workout headphones.
FirstLook: iPhone 5 Armor series case by OtterBox
The Armor Series waterproof iPhone 5 case is a rebirth of classic OtterBox protection. Watertight latches, O-ring seals, port covers and mesh coverings allow the Armor Series case to be completely waterproof, tolerating submersions for 30 minutes in up to 6.6 feet of water. Vents made of a non-permeable membrane and protective mesh layer allow sound to move through while keeping harmful elements out.
Review: Jadu Skadoosh Mini stand
Skadoosh Mini is an innovative stand that combines adjustability, portability, stability and good looks. A simple push-button lock holds your iPad Mini at just about any angle. Made from a solid piece of aluminum, machined by CNC this is a solid stand built to last.
Review: Logitech K811 Blutooth Easy Switch Keyboard
Logitech released their newest Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard, the K811. Powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery, this ultra-thin illuminated keyboard features a 2.4GHz radio frequency (works up to 10 meters), 81 keys, a one-touch switching button to switch between your Apple Bluetooth devices (Mac, iPad, iPhone) and is backed by a 3-year warranty
Tip: Get MyScript Calculator while it's free
MyScript Calculator is an awesome application so much so I can't see it staying that way forever it performs mathematical operations naturally using your handwriting. Easy, simple and intuitive, just write the mathematical expression on the screen then let MyScript technology perform its magic converting symbols and numbers to digital text and delivering the result in real time.