Tag: Apple
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One of the reasons I've always liked using an Apple Macintosh is AppleScript. I know there is PowerShell on Windows but I don't find it as easy to just solve a problem as seamlessly with AppleScript. Here is an example … I have been subscribed to an email feed…
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As a "new" iPad owner, one of issues outlined as a possible negative impact of having a Retina display was that application memory storage was going to be much bigger. Since my plan was to move from iPad 2 with 16-GB to the new iPad with 16-GB, I was a…
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There are a lot of reviews on the new 3rd generation iPad. Here are some of my thoughts after 48+ hours of use: The screen is amazing. The Retina-display is probably worth the upgrade all on its own. One thing that is very noticeable is that iPhone 2x applications are…
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I got a question from a friend asking if I was considering replacing my Apple iPad with a Motorola Zoom now that Best Buy is running ads for them. The short answer is no. I am still very happy with my iPad and use it every day as my primary…
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Here are some tech items I've been tracking: PaulaD has published a list of “50 Free Android Apps that Will Make You Smarter & More Productive". Gune is a mobile search service/platorm that searches 14 sites in a single interface. Victor Cajiao at Typical Mac User Podcast is speaking that…
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With the release of Apple's iTunes 9.2 and the iBook 1.1 application release for the iPad (this also works reportedly on any iPhone or iPod Touch with iBook 1.1), you can now get PDF files automatically downloaded into the iBook application. Here is how I was able to get it…
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After experiencing the Apple iPad for the last week, I thought I'd outline my thoughts on the device that seems to still have a lot of buzz and interest. In a nutshell, I am very happy with the iPad and I believe that it is a compelling device that fits…
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Steve's Best Practice for Technology Purchasing was developed during the Apple Newton years (1993-1997) as the editor and publisher of NewtNews – a weekly newsletter that covered the Newton marketplace and community. The basic premise is that Steve will never purchase the 1st generation of any technology product. After what…
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MacBreak Weekly #235 (Part 1) starts off a great informative series (Part 1 of 4) to introduce the new features found in Automator and Services in Snow Leopard. There are additional videos: #236 (Part 2), #237 (Part 3), and #238 (Part 4). More information can also be found at: www.macosxautomation.com
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I recently upgraded my Apple iPod Touch to version 3.0. Here are the features that I have found the most useful: Landscape keyboard and landscape views on more applications Cut, copy, and paste text Spotlight searches throughout the iPod Touch Automatic Wi-Fi connections Safari improvements Sync Notes (not Lotus Notes…
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