Archive for April, 2006

Cell Deck allows Police to Download Data from PDA’s and Cell Phones

Friday, April 21st, 2006

A new device called the "Cell Deck" gives police the ability to download data from PDA's and Cell Phones. This technology was developed by Logicube,  a company based in Chatsworth California. It's compatible with over 160 cell phones and PDA models. With just a few taps of a stylus, the Cell ...

Get your I-Tunes at the Coinstar.

Thursday, April 20th, 2006

I went to the grocery store today and as I was walking out, I noticed a sign on the Coinstar magazine. Apparently, you can turn your loose change into credits at I-Tunes. A code on your receipt will give you access to download tunes and podcasts. That gives consumers another great way ...

Apple drops prices on Ipod

Thursday, April 20th, 2006

According to their CFO, prices are coming down on Ipods.  He didn't specify any details. He also stated that Ipods have a 20% net operating margin, which is highly impressive indeed.  Apple has over $10 billion worth of revenue reported in the last two fiscal quarters, and of course much of ...

Future of innovation on the line as Microsoft case goes to trial

Thursday, April 20th, 2006

In an interesting case, Microsoft finds itself defending the right to innovate. At the heart of the case is an issue that has dogged Microsoft for years. The charges are basically the same: Microsoft, due to the power of their monopoly in operating systems, has used the leverage unfairly and ...

Panasonic Introduces a 103 inch Television

Wednesday, April 19th, 2006

Television screens just keeping bigger and bigger. The new television is 103 inches, that means this high definition plasma TV is 8 and a half feet long! This bohemeth weighs 400 pounds, so expect to pay for delivery and a professional install. You'll need a big wall for this one, but sounds ...

Souping up My Video and Audio Capabilities with a Creative Platinum Sound Card

Tuesday, April 18th, 2006

So yesterday was my birthday. My gifts? Not flowers, not a dinner out.. a kick butt Creative Blaster Platinum Sound card.      It took about a half an hour to get it installed, and will take a lifetime to learn. It has advanced editing for both audio and video, which should be perfect for ...

PDA’s Required by More Medical Schools.

Monday, April 17th, 2006

We all know how fast paced life can be. That's one of the reasons that more Medical Schools are requiring students to carry a Personal Digital Assistant to assist in the treatment of patients. But how can a PDA help a patient? By providing the attending physician with information. Professional programs made for ...

PayPal launches cell phone payment gateway

Monday, April 17th, 2006

PayPal is already the champ when it comes to electronic payment services. They claim over 100 million users currently use PayPal to send money by email. Now PayPal is launching a service into the giant cell phone market. PayPal has already landed support from MTV and other music industry heavyweights, ...

NYPD Adding 500 Wireless Cameras

Sunday, April 16th, 2006

Are you planning on walking down the streets of Brooklyn, New York? If you are, you aren't walking alone. Brand new wireless cameras are being added to "watch the streets from above" to assist in crime prevention, fight against terrorism and identify suspects in crimes perpetrated on Brooklyns streets. These will ...

Is Tanning Addictive?

Saturday, April 15th, 2006

I can certainly see how it could be. My sister has gone to a tanning bed for (at least) the last 10 years. She always has a nice tan. Obviously she isn't concerned with the long term effects that tanning beds are said to have. Whether it's raining or snowing she ...