Thursday, September 29, 2011
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
WooThemes Launches WooCommerce To Turn WordPress Sites Into Online Shops http://ping.fm/OUH7k via @techcrunch
Hey Technophiles,
I just had a thought. What if Apple developed the iPad to host a VM emulator like Parallels or VMWare Fusion? Or if Microsoft built an emulator to run natively within Windows 8 on tablets and the Windows phone as well as laptops and desktops? This came to mind this morning when I realized that a platform such as the tablet (running Android or iOS software) would be perfect in an enterprise environment for admins if you could also run a virtual machine (Ubuntu, Lion, Windows, etc.) on it. Imagine the flexibility, adaptability, the savings in both time and cost. I put the challenge out there for all developers and engineers to push the boundaries. We know how far the Tablet has come as an asset for both enterprise and consumer, but how far can it go if we just push it a little? I think the Tablet, as it is now, has a lot of potential that hasn't been tapped yet and it's just a matter of time (not years or months, but mere days!) before we see more incredible advances come about from this little workhorse. Just a thought.
I just had a thought. What if Apple developed the iPad to host a VM emulator like Parallels or VMWare Fusion? Or if Microsoft built an emulator to run natively within Windows 8 on tablets and the Windows phone as well as laptops and desktops? This came to mind this morning when I realized that a platform such as the tablet (running Android or iOS software) would be perfect in an enterprise environment for admins if you could also run a virtual machine (Ubuntu, Lion, Windows, etc.) on it. Imagine the flexibility, adaptability, the savings in both time and cost. I put the challenge out there for all developers and engineers to push the boundaries. We know how far the Tablet has come as an asset for both enterprise and consumer, but how far can it go if we just push it a little? I think the Tablet, as it is now, has a lot of potential that hasn't been tapped yet and it's just a matter of time (not years or months, but mere days!) before we see more incredible advances come about from this little workhorse. Just a thought.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Hey folks, just wanted to update you to what's happening with my blogs. Here are the links: http://ping.fm/riYlH and http://ping.fm/hMyCI I'm still working through this blogging thing, so if you have any constructive comments, please let me know.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
What Your New Facebook Profile Will Look Like and How You Can Get It Right Now
What Your New Facebook Profile Will Look Like and How You Can Get It Right Now Facebook has been making quite a few changes, not the least of which was over security issues in the recent past. Now they're making changes to the interface, which should bring some welcome updates.
16 OS X Lion Features and Tips to Help You Get Started
16 OS X Lion Features and Tips to Help You Get Started Here are some of the new features of Lion OS X, with updates to the trackpad, interface and some new scrolling features, as well as a newly designed Finder which looks great.
The Mac|Life Show: New Macs and We Share Some Lion Tips
The Mac|Life Show: New Macs and We Share Some Lion Tips Good tips and some new macs.
10 Handy Utilities for Your iPhone and iPad
10 Handy Utilities for Your iPhone and iPad These are some handy apps to purchase and download. You should especially check out USB Disk Pro which lets you use your device as an external device for storage and access, as well as Scanner Pro which converts any documents to PDF format for easy reading and sharing. It's also great that they introduce Dragon Dictation Pro so you can record voice notes on the go. As for Admins, the Screens app is a little pricey but it turns your iPhone or iPad into a great control console in an Enterprise environment for controlling Macs remotely (but you could do the same thing with LogMeIn Pro or CrossLoop, but these require paid subscriptions or you can download non-commercial versions for free). All in all these utilities are all useful, but choose based on your needs and enjoy.
How To Reset Your Apple ID
How To Reset Your Apple ID This can help you with any problems you may have with your iTunes Store account.
Friday, September 23, 2011
MacKeeper System Maintenance Suite Review
MacKeeper System Maintenance Suite Review When maintaining your Mac, you want something effective, thorough, and most of all simple to use. Here we have MacKeeper, which covers all of these. This suite of maintenance tools covers everything from uninstallers, file cleaners, and even scans your applications to see which ones are out of date gives you the chance to update them, all from the comfort of one suite of tools. I've used this suite of tools myself, and I have to say that i'm greatly impressed with zeobit for designing such a great bundle of tools, which work well right out of the gate. If you get a chance, and you own a Mac, this is a great suite that will work well and keep your Mac running well for a long time.
10 Best Android Tablet Apps for News Junkies
http://www.cio.com/article/689467/10_Best_Android_Tablet_Apps_for_News_Junkies?source=NWWNLE_nlt_daily_pm_2011-09-23 These are the most popular News apps for Android Tablets, and they look good for everyday use. Pretty solid.
iPad Will Have Free Run Over Holiday Shopping Season
iPad Will Have Free Run Over Holiday Shopping Season With all the commotion between all the other tablets, the iPad is set to clean up this holiday season be default. Is this any surprise to anyone? Apple made a tablet that is simply beautiful in its simplicity in that it just works. Forget all the stuff about Flash and HTML 5, it still proves it's a number one contender in both the consumer and Enterprise markets. No other tablet, either now or in the future, will make as much of a splash as the iPad has, and Apple will only keep the momentum going with rumors of a new iPad (3?) coming soon, boasting an 8 MP rear camera and faster processor (maybe dual or even quad core in the future). This will only make things better for the consumer looking for more bang for their buck, and the iPad will deliver in fine style.
The New TV Season Is Here! Where To Find Free Shows Online
The New TV Season Is Here! Where To Find Free Shows Online Some alternatives to Netflix.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
How to Pick a Carrier for the Next iPhone
With the recent news of the Supreme Court suspending AT&T's acquisition of T-Mobile, and with the delay of the 5th generation iPhone, now would be the best time for most consumers to manage which carrier they want to join with, since there's bound to be a slew of price wars between the big four (not basketball, though the season is fast approaching), and the competition will be fierce. How to Pick a Carrier for the Next iPhone
Monday, September 19, 2011
The Week's 10 Hottest Apple News Stories, September 16
The Week's 10 Hottest Apple News Stories, September 16 Here is an update to the weeks' hottest stories from Cupertino.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Thoughts on a bus...
I was riding back from Martha's Vineyard on the PeterPan line, and as I looked around I discovered that at least 60% of the riders were utilizing some gadget or another, surfing or emailing, or just plain tweeting and liking. They ranged from iPhones to BlackBerrys (and a few androids, but who's counting?). There were also a good number of laptops, not the least of which were MacBooks (I should know, that's what i'm writing on at the moment), and I suddenly got this feeling of great unity, and at the same time isolation. Here we all are using technology designed to bring us all together, but in many instances it has only served to isolate us even more. Now we speak with people more, but only through texting or email. Face to face communication seems to be declining as people slip on their headphones to watch Hulu or Netflix, or to upload or download media content from any number of sites specifically designed with this purpose in mind. Once companies fought to suppress social media in their networks, now Yammer comes along and tells Net Admins that it's okay to let employees socialize over the network, as long as they like or tweet or click on the right ads, and purchase the right products. People have become the minority, and YouTube has become the majority leader for the education of old and young alike.
I'm not saying that we should restrict our access to technology, but I do feel we should be more vigilant in who and what we watch on the new idiot boxes we lovingly call our computers. We've turned technology into a cultural icon, one whose ramifications will be felt for a long time to come. Instead of having iPad parties, and schools teaching us how to develop new silly apps, how about some real conversation for a change.
Put down your phone, talk face to face to someone. Just for a little while. Huh?
I'm not saying that we should restrict our access to technology, but I do feel we should be more vigilant in who and what we watch on the new idiot boxes we lovingly call our computers. We've turned technology into a cultural icon, one whose ramifications will be felt for a long time to come. Instead of having iPad parties, and schools teaching us how to develop new silly apps, how about some real conversation for a change.
Put down your phone, talk face to face to someone. Just for a little while. Huh?
New Tech Spot
Welcome to my new blog, airing on September 18th, 2011. My intention is to bring informative and insightful news to all techies and the tech-illiterate. Eventually I hope to bring video reviews of upcoming gadgets, systems, new hardware/software and old tech (legacy technology to you technophiles). I hope you like what you see, and please drop a line and let me know what you think. If you have anything to add, please do so.
Thank You,
Charles D. McCain, A+
Thank You,
Charles D. McCain, A+
Saturday, September 17, 2011
How to Install Windows 8 as a Virtual Machine on Your Mac
How to Install Windows 8 as a Virtual Machine on Your Mac Taking a look at the new baby from Microsoft touted as the next iOS killer, but it better have more than just pretty graphics and cross-platform touch tech to play this game.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Report: Second Generation AirPort Express Coming Ahead of iCloud Launch
Report: Second Generation AirPort Express Coming Ahead of iCloud Launch This should make for an easier transition to the iCloud once it debuts, and it will be quite a bonus.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
VMware Fusion 4 Saunters Out of Gate, Acts Like It Doesn’t Know Parallels
VMware Fusion 4 Saunters Out of Gate, Acts Like It Doesn’t Know Parallels Finally, an update to an already incredible virtual emulator. Kudos.
Belkin Readies Thunderbolt Express Dock, No Expensive Apple Display Required
Belkin Readies Thunderbolt Express Dock, No Expensive Apple Display Required This is a welcome relief for all those who can't afford the new Thunderbolt enabled display from Apple.
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