Nov 29

WrapUp: New TechCrunch Tablet Prototype, Windows 7 Hotkeys, and More

Posted in: Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on January 19, 2009 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

techcrunch tablet.jpgTechCrunch Tablet Becomes Usable
Many of us have been waiting to see whether TechCrunch would be able to pull off their dream web tablet, and it looks like they might be coming close. The second prototype is actually functional. Right now they are saying the cost for parts is just over $200, which means the price will probably be $299 at the low end. Checkout the full article for a video demonstration.


seagate barracuda.jpgSeagate Provides Data Recovery for Failing Drives
Owners of Seagate’s 1TB drives have been having some troubles lately. Seagate has apparently isolated the part of the firmware causing the problems, and will be offering free data recovery services to those who need it.


plane crash.jpgiPhone Photo of Plane Crash Becomes Widespread
A picture of the plane that crashed into the Hudson River last week found it’s way around several media outlets and blogs. It was taken by an iPhone, and posted using Twitter. Looks like camera phones are becoming more and more important for the rapid sharing of information.


gmail logo.jpgGmail Grew 43% Last Year
I’ve personally converted a lot of people over to Gmail, and no one has ever told me that they didn’t like it. Others must be doing the same thing because reports are saying that Gmail grew a whopping 43% last year!


office 14.jpgOffice 14 Alpha Screenshots
Someone managed to get their hands on an Office 14 pre-release version, and has posted some screenshots of the software. It looks a little different than Office 14, but main thing I noticed is the lack of the orb in the upper-left corner.


google datacenter.jpgHow Much Power do Google Searches Consume?
There has been some concern lately regarding how much CO2 Google is producing due to the number of searches they serve up. According to Google’s research a typical user would produce the same amount of CO2 in one year by searching that is produced by doing a single load of laundry.


itunes upgrade.jpgUpgrade to iTunes Plus isn’t Cheap
Some users are finding out that upgrading their music library to iTunes Plus may not be as grand as they once thought. Apple has made it so that music owners can’t selectively upgrade their songs to iTunes Plus. It’s an all-or-nothing deal, which could be quite costly!


google logo-1.jpgWhy Google Employees Quit
Many of us like to think that working at Google would be the best thing in the world, but a long thread by those who have quit might make you think otherwise. Many say that they could make more money somewhere else, the benefits aren’t as good as what Microsoft offers, and Google has poor management/mentoring.


–Windows 7 News & Tips–

windows 7 taskbar.jpgWindows 7 Hotkey Guide
With new features come new keyboard shortcuts. This site has a list of all the new hotkeys so that you can immediately start taking advantage of the new features offered in Windows 7.


windows 7 file management.jpgWindows 7 Tells You What App is Using a Locked File
Windows 7 will take the mystery out of why you’re not able to rename/delete/move a file that’s in use. Instead of just popping up with a message saying that the file is being used by another process it will actually tell you what application is the culprit!


avg logo.jpgAntivirus Solutions for Windows 7 Beta
If you’ve been using Windows 7 Beta you may be wondering what antivirus solutions are available to you. At this point the Windows blog recommends Symantec, AVG, or Kaspersky. All three of them have a version of their software that will work with Windows 7 Beta, but some of the apps are in Beta themselves.


windows upgrade.jpgWindows 7 Upgrade Program
One source is saying that when you purchase a copy of Windows Vista after July 1st, 2009 you will automatically receive a free upgrade to Windows 7 when it becomes available. Guess that means we shouldn’t expect before July?


send feedback windows 7.jpgRemove the “Send Feedback” from Windows 7
If that “Send Feedback” link in the title bar of every window is annoying you this quick registry hack that will make it disappear.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

last freeware.jpgDownload the Last Freeware Version of Apps
It seems like more and more freeware applications are turning into paid apps these days, and this site provides download links for the last version that was offered for free.


remote desktop portable.jpgMake Remote Desktop Portable
This guide walks you through the necessary steps to turn Microsoft’s Remote Desktop application into something you can carry around with you on your USB drive.


itunes logo.jpgEnable Half Ratings in iTunes for Mac
If you’re a Mac user that wants to rate your music, for example, 3.5 stars this trick will allow you to do just that.


firefox search box.jpgUpdate Firefox’s Search Box with New Google Icon
Google has once again changed their icon, and if you want it to show up in the Firefox search box you’ll need to do a little tweaking.


musicy.jpgRecord Streaming Internet Radio
This open source tool will let you record streaming Internet radio stations so that you can listen to them a little later when it’s more convenient.


twitter facebook pidgin.jpgHow to Add Twitter/Facebook to Pidgin
Download Squad has a step-by-step breakdown of what you need to do to add Facebook and Twitter support to the Pidgin instant messenger application.  


–Downloads–

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Nov 21

WrapUp: Adobe Flash 10.1 Beta, Listen to Entire Albums with Lala, and More

Posted in: adobe, Firefox Extensions, performance, Tips and Tricks, Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on November 23, 2009 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

google chrome os.jpgGoogle Chrome OS
This was a pretty big week for Google, and in the middle of it was their announcement that they were open sourcing the Chrome OS already. They are doing this so that they can start working with partners, the open source community, and developers prior to the launch late next year. Running the new OS isn’t exactly a point-and-click operation, but some sites have already posted instructions as to how you can have it up and running in a virtual machine with very little work.


gmail creator.jpgGmail Creator Thinks Email Will Last Forever
The creator of Gmail, Paul Buchheit, was interviewed by TechCrunch with the topic of whether email was ready to die. They talked about whether something like Google Wave would be enough to kill it. In a nutshell he said that email is not going to fall off the face of the Earth… well, at least not “until robots kill us all.”  


adobe air touch.jpgAdobe Flash Player 10.1 and AIR 2.0 Beta’s Available
Both Beta versions of Adobe’s flagship frameworks sport multi-touch gestures, which will be an important addition as Windows 7 touch-screen machines increase in popularity. They are also both significantly better in performance, or they are at least in the quick checks that I’ve performed.


–News in Brief–

sneak preview calendar.jpgGoogle Calendar Testing “Sneak Preview”
Google Calendar users will be able to enjoy a Labs feature (being rolled out) letting you preview whether an appointment you’re creating conflicts with something else on your schedule.


windows 8.jpgWindows 8 Expected in 2012
Looking at Microsoft’s roadmap it appears as though they will try to stick to a three-year release cycle for Windows 8.


office 2010 mobile.jpgOffice 2010 Mobile Beta Available
Microsoft has posted the mobile version of Office 2010 Beta for anyone running Windows Mobile 6.5.


skype logo.jpgeBay Completes Skype Sale at $2.75 Billion Valuation
eBay has sold off a majority (70%) of their ownership of the Skype software company.


automatic captions.jpgAutomatic Captions in YouTube
Google has employed an automatic speech recognition system on YouTube videos so that users can get closed captioning on nearly all uploads.


rtm calendar.jpgRemember the Milk Gadget for Google Calendar
Remember the Milk (RTM) users can enable a sidebar gadget in Google Calendar for easy task management.


ie9.jpgInternet Explorer 9 Announced
At PDC Microsoft unveiled some of the things that should be expected from IE9, including hardware acceleration.


mininova.jpgMininova Breaks 10 Billion Torrent Downloads
The popular BitTorrent search engine hits the huge 10 billion download milestone.


install silverlight.jpgSilverlight 4 Beta Released
The new version of Silverlight includes huge performance gains as well as support for the Chrome browser.


google image swirl.jpgExplore Images with Google Image Swirl
Google showed off a new way to search for images this week called Google Image Swirl. It tries to group images according to the subject of the photo.


ubuntu music.jpgUbuntu One Music Store
Canonical is working on a music store for their Ubuntu operating system that could compete with iTunes.


google templates.jpgTemplates Available in Google Sites
Anyone looking to create a quick website can find refuge in the new templates offered by Google Sites.


google translate.jpgA New Look for Google Translate
Google Translate can now translate your text as-you-type, and provides phonetic pronunciations for people who can speak languages like Chinese but don’t know how to read/write them.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

aruna file upload-1.jpgUse Aruna to Share Files  
Finding a good way to share files with friends can be difficult because of limitations many of them impose, but GoAruna knocks off most of those barriers. You can upload an unlimited number of files as long as each one is under 100MB in size. They can then be shared with anyone that you want through a simple URL. You can even manage the files you’ve uploaded through a convenient interface.  


lala.jpgListen to Entire Music Albums with Lala
There aren’t many sites out there that will let you legally listen to entire songs or albums, but Lala is one of them. The catch? You can only listen to each song once. That is a pretty big limitation, but what’s nice is that this gives you the chance to preview entire albums before you decide whether there’s just a few songs you want to pickup.


quick steps.jpgOffice 2010 “Quick Steps” Feature
One of the new features in Office 2010 Beta is the ability to add “Quick Steps” in Outlook. These are essentially easy-to-create macros that make managing your emails that much better. They can be used to forward/send email, archive emails to a certain folder, and a lot more.


–Tips in Brief–

google chrome logo.jpgHow to Run Google Chrome OS from a USB Drive
This is a guide showing you how you can run Chrome OS on your PC using a USB drive.


grep windows.jpgGrep on Windows
Search multiple files on Windows using the same popular format found in Unix/Linux.


itunes menubar.jpgiTunes in your Mac Menubar
Mac users can control most aspects of iTunes right from the Menubar with this free app.


foobar2000.jpgFoobar2000 v1.0 Beta Available
It’s been over 7 years in development, but version 1.0 of Foobar2000 is on the horizon with features like Windows Media streaming support.


pidgin plugins.jpgAdd 50 Pidgin Plugins with One Download
Grab all of the most popular Pidgin plugins without having to hunt them down one-by-one.


firefox tray.jpgMinimizeToTray for Firefox
The new version of this popular extension now supports Firefox 3.0 and beyond.


faststone image viewer.jpgFastStone Image Viewer 4.0
The update to this image viewer includes performance improvements, Windows 7 compatibility, and more.


http headers.jpgFind “Secret” Messages in Website Headers
This isn’t all that useful, but can definitely be fun!


ubuntu koala.jpgExtensive Ubuntu 9.10 Review
 Ars Technica provides an in-depth review of the latest Ubuntu 9.10 operating system.


flv converter.jpgConvert FLV Video to AVI
 Convert your favorite Flash videos to a format that is more device-friendly.


seesmic desktop.jpgSeesmic Desktop for Windows
This is one of the first Twitter clients for Windows that doesn’t use Adobe AIR, and the interface fits in better with other aspects of the operating system.


mmkeys.jpgmmKeys.dll Makes iTunes Work with Multimedia Keyboards
This DLL will address compatibility issues between iTunes and multimedia keyboards.


sumatra.jpgSumatra PDF Reader 1.0
Sumatra still keeps things lean in terms of it’s PDF capabilities despite hitting the big 1.0 milestone.


monitor site changes.jpgMonitor a Website for Changes
Get notified when the content on a website changes.


myports.jpgMyPorts Gives You Detailed Info on Open Ports
See what ports are currently being used on your computer, and which applications have them open.


–Downloads–

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Nov 14

WrapUp: Apple Creating 3D User Interface, Microsoft Thumbtack, and More

Posted in: Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on December 15, 2008 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

google chrome logo.jpgGoogle Chrome Leaves Beta Phase
Google is notoriously known for how long they keep their products in a Beta phase, but it looks like their web browser isn’t a part of that same group. That’s right, the first non-Beta release is available. They are claiming to have sped up JavaScript even more since the first Beta went out, and have of course increased stability.


microsoft thumbtack.jpgMicrosoft Introduces Thumbtack
Microsoft has developed a free online service that wants to be the sole source of all your notes. Thumbtack, as they’ve called it, will let you save links, photos, and anything else you find on the web. It will be interesting to see whether they try to turn this into an Evernote competitor, or if this is something they’re just kinda doing on the side.


gmail blog.jpgGmail Keeps Getting Better  
Gmail is on fire when it comes to pushing out new features. In the last week Google has released numerous new features that we’ve all been clamoring to get our hands on. This includes task management, full PDF previewing (thanks to Google Docs), and SMS messaging via the chat interface. I have to hand it to Google for making people actually want to visit Gmail instead of just using a mail client.


iphone apps.jpgApple Boasts 300 Million App Downloads  
Apple’s App Store is growing very rapidly, and they have the numbers to prove it. Over the last 5-months it has dished out over 300 million downloads and currently serves as the home to over 10,000 different apps. Some people doubted whether developers were willing to take on yet another platform, but it looks like they are.


vista logo.jpgVista SP2 Beta Download Available  
We had previously written about how to get your hands on Vista Service Pack 2 using Windows Update, but now you can get it straight from Microsoft as a single download. Just remember, this is a Beta and so it could have stability problems. [our article]


flickr mobile.jpgFlickr Mobile Updated  
Flickr has revamped their mobile site, and with it comes video support. iPhone and Android users will notice that they can also watch Flickr videos right from the mobile interface, and support for more devices will be coming soon.


windows 7.jpgWindows 7 Beta 1 Coming January 13th  
Some people are predicting that Windows 7 could be shipping as early as April/May 2009, but before we get to that point Microsoft has to make some Beta releases available. As it stands right now Beta 1 could be coming in less than a month. [Windows 7 review]


pirate bay amazon.jpgFirefox Extension Makes Piracy Easier on Amazon  
A new Firefox extension that was temporarily available looked to see what you were viewing on Amazon, and provided a link to the Pirate Bay to download any digital content for free via Torrents. As expected the developer received a take down notice from Amazon.


iphone app downloads.jpgTop 10 iPhone App Downloads  
Apple has posted a top-10 guide to iTunes for 2008, and part of that covers applications in the App Store. They break down the top apps into several different categories, and show both free and paid ones.


xbox 360.jpgXbox 360 Holiday Sales Soar for Holidays
Microsoft is saying that Xbox 360 sales on Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving) was one of the best sales day in the console’s history. They sold approximately 25% more than Black Friday last year, and sold three times more than the PS3. Guess the $199 price tag might be the sweet spot for a lot of people.


google reader.jpgGoogle Reader Gets a Refreshed Interface  
Google Reader never really looked bad in my opinion, but they somehow found ways to make it look even better. The most noticeable change to the interface would have to be the cutback on the amount of blue used, and also the disappearance of the rounded corners.


wordpress 27.jpgWordPress 2.7 Released  
I’ve been using pre-release versions of WordPress 2.7 on CyberNet for a few weeks now, and it’s been incredibly stable. The new interface is really sweet, and being able to upgrade WordPress in a few clicks is a huge bonus. I finally feel like the administration section of WordPress is exactly where it should be. [WordPress 2.7 Review]


3d apple interface.jpgApple Working on 3D User Interface?
Some eagle-eyed patent watchers noticed that Apple filed for a patent demonstrating a 3D user interface for their desktop operating system. Several companies have tried to create stuff like this in the past, and it will be interesting to see if Apple can actually pull it off.


google 2008.jpgMost Popular Google Searches for 2008  
It’s that time of the year again! That’s right, Google has released the top searches from throughout the year. At the start of this year who would have thought that Sarah Palin would top the list?


google magazine.jpgGoogle Book Search Now Includes Magazines  
Now this is cool! Google Book Search now scans through magazines when performing searches on the site. I guess going to the library to find an article in an older magazine isn’t going to be needed anymore either.


Windows 7_ Windows 7 Will Run Fully Accelerated Graphics From Your CPU - Mozilla Firefox 3.1 Beta 2.jpgWindows 7 to Offer Accelerated Graphics via CPU  
Windows 7 is said to have an option for users to get accelerated graphics using only the CPU. I’m not 100% sure, but I think that would mean the Aero interface might finally be possible in virtual machines. Granted you’ll have to give up some performance to get it. [Windows 7 review]


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

hulu.jpgHow to Watch Hulu from Abroad  
There are several online video sites that restrict viewing to U.S. residents only, but this guide will tell you how to get around some of them.


best software.jpgBest New & Improved Software of 2008  
Lifehacker has assembled a guide on what they believe are the best new and improved programs from throughout the year. I definitely have to agree with their choices.


searchwiki.jpgHide Google SearchWiki from Search Results  
Google released the SearchWiki feature a few weeks back so that users could customize the results that are shown, but they forgot one critical feature… a way to opt out! This article outlines some of the options you have to hide SearchWiki from your search results.


start+.jpgEnhance Vista’s Start Menu with Start++  
We have written about Start++ before, but it definitely deserves some extra coverage. Start++ is an add-on for the Windows Vista Start Menu that will let you do things like view Wikipedia or Google results right there in the Start Menu. It’s got a crazy amount of customization that you can do, and is definitely a must-have for any keyboard-loving Vista user. [Start++ Review]


gmail gadget.jpgGmail Desktop Gadget Nice for Tracking Email  
Google Desktop users will be happy to know that the Gmail desktop gadget has been updated to include many of the features you get from the online interface. Managing your mail just got a little bit easier.


gladinet.jpgMount Online Storage Services as Virtual Drives  
With Gladinet you can actually mount an online storage service as a virtual drive on your Windows computer. It supports services like SkyDrive, Amazon S3, Picasa, and more. Uploading files becomes drag-and-drop simple.


–Downloads–

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Nov 03

WrapUp: Windows 7 Jump Lists for Firefox, New Features in Office 2010, and More

Posted in: Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on May 26, 2009 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

office 2010.jpgNew Features in Office 2010  
I haven’t downloaded the leaked copy of Office 2010 yet, but it sure is tempting when I look at some of the new things it has to offer. I really like the way Microsoft is bringing all of their applications together with a more unified interface now.


gmail logo.jpgGmail Inbox Preview  
This whole Gmail Labs thing has got to be one of the best things Google has ever added to Gmail. One of the new features called Inbox Preview will show a static (non-interactive) version of your Inbox on the Gmail loading screen. If you’re on a fast connection this might not be a big deal, but I’ve already been making good use of it when being tethered to my Blackberry where things aren’t quite so speedy.


windows 7 starter max.jpgWindows 7 Starter Dropping 3-App Limit?  
The “Starter” edition of Windows has always had some rather hefty restrictions since it was targeted mostly at developing nations. The Starter edition might be perfect for netbooks though, which is causing Microsoft to rethink what should be allowed so that users don’t necessarily feel like they’re running a handicapped version of Windows.


google chrome logoa.jpgGoogle Chrome 2.0 Released  
Just 8-months after Google Chrome’s first release comes the next major milestone. This version includes an improved new tab page, full screen mode, form autofill, and all kinds of performance improvements.


palm pre.jpgPalm Pre Coming June 6th for $200  
Many people are counting on Palm Pre to be one device that can really throw Apple some competition in the touchscreen smartphone market. From what I’ve seen in videos and images I’d say the Palm Pre’s interface is definitely top-notch, but we’ll have to wait to see if it can live up to the hype.


flock twitter.jpgFlock 2.5 Adds Twitter Support  
This was a long time coming, but the social web browser Flock has finally added support for the Twitter microblogging service with the release of version 2.5 last week. Twitter has been rapidly growing, and I was always puzzled as to how Flock never had any support for the service. After playing with it for a little while I have to admit that I like how they integrated it all into the browser though.


pandora one.jpgPandora Adding Subscription Option  
Pandora has managed to stay alive using an advertising-based revenue model, but if you’re willing to pay you can get even more of the Pandora you love. For $36 a year you’ll be able to use their service ad-free, get a desktop app capable of streaming music without a web browser, listen to tunes at 192Kbps, and have the “timeout” period increased from one-hour to five-hours.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

windows 7 firefox.jpgWindows 7 Jump Lists for Firefox  
One of the new features Microsoft added to the Windows 7 Taskbar is called Jump Lists, and is basically a super-charged context menu for running applications. Internet Explorer 8 makes good use of this menu, and thanks to an extension Firefox can, too.


3d logo.jpgCreate a 3D Logo with GIMP  
If you’re new to the GIMP graphics editor things can feel a bit overwhelming at first, but this tutorial aims to get you on your feet demonstrating how to make a cool looking 3D logo.


wolfram google.jpgWolfram and Google Results Side-By-Side
I’m becoming a big fan of the Wolfram “search engine”, but one thing you’ll quickly notice is that it isn’t exactly designed to be a replacement for Google. What you really need is to display the results from both sites on the same page, and this Firefox extension will do just that.


copypastetool.jpgSimple, Yet Useful Clipboard Utility  
The lightweight clipboard utility called CopyPasteTool makes it easy to paste multiple strings of information that you had previously put on your clipboard. Anyone that loves the Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V keyboard shortcuts should definitely check this out.


firefox tabs sidebar-1.jpgMove Firefox Tabs to the Side   
I know some people (like myself) who prefer to place their Firefox tabs on the side of the screen instead of along the top. It’s similar to how some people like to have the Windows Taskbar on the side… because with widescreen monitors it can be easier to give up some of the horizontal space rather than the vertical space. Well, even though Firefox doesn’t offer this feature natively there is an extension that will let you place the tabs on the side.

middle click close windows.jpgMiddle-Click Previews to Close Apps in Windows 7  
In Windows 7 you can close applications from the thumbnail previews by clicking the little red “X” that appears in the corner, but there’s another way as well. Just middle-click on the preview with your mouse… assuming your mouse supports that.


dirsync pro.jpgDirSync Pro: Free Cross-Platform Sync Utility  
Looking for a free way to backup/sync your files across multiple machines? DirSync Pro might be just what you need. It not only runs on Windows, Mac, and Linux, but can handle syncing across different filesystems with ease. If you find yourself in a cross-platform household this handy tool might be worth a look.


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Oct 29

WrapUp: 120GB Zune, Google Calendar in Gmail, and More

Posted in: Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on August 19, 2008 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

dubai skyscraper.jpgSkyscraper in Dubai Almost Complete
The Burj Dubai tower is on the verge of being completed, and it will reign as the tallest in the world when it’s done. Checkout the link for some photos of what it looks like right now.


zune.jpg120GB Zune on the Way
Microsoft has gotten the FCC’s approval on a 120GB Zune. There’s still no word on pricing, availability, or anything else, but it will probably be on the shelf in time for the holidays.


zoho macro.jpgZoho Gets Macro Recording Capabilities
Zoho has enhanced their macro feature by letting users record a set of actions in Zoho Sheet. That means you don’t need to know Visual Basic to create macros! [related]



firefox error.jpgWorst Web Glitches of 2008
This article covers the sites and services that have brought frustration to users because of downtime so far this year.


cameras.jpgCameras at the Olympics
Have you ever seen about $250,000 worth of cameras in one shot? I’d like to have just one of these cameras… not to say I’d know how to work them. It’d be cool nonetheless.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

javascript sources.jpgQuickly View JavaScript Sources
As a web developer myself I often find that I want to view the source of a JavaScript file for a particular site. This Firefox extension lists all of the JavaScript files associated with a site just by right-clicking on the page. Pretty nifty.


rotate backgrounds.jpgRotate Desktop Backgrounds on Linux
Spice up your Linux desktop by rotating through images at an interval you specify.


apple kill switch.jpgJailbroken iPhones can Disable Apple’s Kill Switch
If you’ve Jailbroken your iPhone there is now a way you can remove Apple’s kill switch. Just press a button, and it’s gone. [related]


google calendar.jpgView Your Google Calendar in Gmail
This simple Greasemonkey script will embed your Google Calendar agenda along the right-side of your Gmail account. You can also use the Quick Add feature to insert new events into your calendar.


server.jpgSetup Your Own Home Server
This guide covers the different things you’ll want to think about when setting up your own home server.


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Oct 21

WrapUp: Google Calendar Gadgets, Mozilla Comments on Safari Downloads, and More

Posted in: Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on June 16, 2009 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

digital tv.jpgDigital TV Transition in Full Swing
It felt like this day would never come since it was one delay after another, but the government finally pulled the plug. Millions were caught off guard when their TV’s all of a sudden didn’t have a signal, but I’m sure they’re aware of what’s going on now.


twitter icon.jpgTwitter Reschedules Downtime  
Twitter’s service provider had some downtime planned for last night, but they managed to get postpone it a day because Twitter is being used as a communication tool for the events transpiring in Iran. Kudos to Twitter for trying to minimize downtime when it really does matter.


google calendar.jpgGoogle Calendar Gadgets Appearing  
Looks like Google is working on some additional “gadgets” that you’ll be able to see in your Google Calendar sidebar alongside the tasks. This includes features like upcoming events, time zones, google searches, and more.


mozilla logo.jpgMozilla Comments on Safari’s 11 Million Downloads  
Apple boasted the fact that Safari 4.0 had been downloaded over 11 million times in merely three days, which sounds like an impressive number… until you compare it with Firefox. Mozilla said that Firefox 3.0.11 was downloaded 150 million times in a 24-hour period.


opera bittorrent.jpg8 Browser Innovations Started by Opera  
Even though Opera may not have the largest market share for browsers we do have a lot of things to thank them for. At one point I was using Opera as my daily browser, but once I could get similar functionality in other browsers I found myself drifting away in favor of website compatibility. I still go back to play with it from time to time, but I don’t know if I’d ever make a full-time switch again.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

fedora 11.jpgFedora 11 Review  
About a week ago Fedora 11 was released, and as expected the reviews started pouring in. This review in particular is both thorough and informational, and is something you should read if you’re considering giving the OS a whirl.


yip.jpgFirefox Notifier for Web Apps  
A free Firefox extension called Yip adds a notification system to the browser that will let you receive a popup when a particular event occurs. Out-of-the-box it works with Meebo and Filttr, but what makes this so cool is that it can easily be extended through the use of Greasemonkey scripts. You’ll already find scripts for services like Gmail, Facebook, and Friendfeed.


update portable firefox.jpgUpdating Portable Firefox
If you’re having troubles getting your Portable Firefox updated this guide will show you some step-by-step instructions on how you can manually update it the easy way.


LiberKey.jpgLiberKey Installs 200+ Portable Apps  
Looking for a way to get some apps on your USB drive? LiberKey will let you install packages that include up to 200+ of the best portable apps you can carry in your pocket.


SKTimeStamp-1.jpgAdjust File Creation Date/Time in Windows   
Have you ever modified a file on accident, and didn’t want anyone to see that you had changed it? The timestamp on the file could surely get you caught red handed, but that’s why apps like this exist so that you can roll it back to anytime you want.


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Oct 14

WrapUp: Grooveshark on iPhone, Oracle Sues Google, and More

Posted in: flash, Music, Today's Chili, wii, WrapUp

This article was written on August 16, 2010 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

reeder mac.jpgReeder is Coming to Mac OS X
The popular iPhone/iPad RSS feed reader that syncs with Google Reader is currently being developed for Mac OS X. Unfortunately the developer has only posted a small teaser image that doesn’t reveal much.


kid million.jpgA Millionaire by the Age of 16
A kid that started two successful websites by the age of 16 has become a millionaire.


java.jpgOracle Sues Google Over Android and Java
Oracle’s lawsuit against Google claims that the Android mobile OS is using Java technologies without licensing.


cdma iphone.jpgCDMA iPhone 4 in “Engineering Verification Test” Stage
John Gruber said that his sources told him that an iPhone 4 compatible with the CDMA network is currently undergoing some initial verification tests.


wii console.jpgMore Than 30 Million Wii Consoles Sold in the US
Nintendo has announced that in less than four years they’ve sold over 30 million consoles in the US, and 74 million globally.


apple tv.jpgNew Apple TV to be Renamed iTV, and Not Include 1080p Playback
According to Engadget they’ve heard that the next generation Apple TV will get a name change to iTV, and won’t support playing 1080p videos.


flash player-1.jpgNew Flash Player Supports GPU Decoding on Mac OS X
Adobe has released what would normally be a minor update to Flash Player, but has thrown in a big feature for Mac users. Much like Windows users those of you running Mac OS X will be able to pawn some of the Flash-based processing off on the video card.


new ipod touch-1.jpgiPod Touch Getting Retina Display and Dual Cameras?
The next iPod Touch may be released in a few weeks according to the latest rumors, and they’ll include dual cameras as well as a high-res Retina display.


rubiks cube.jpgA Rubik’s Cube Can Always Be Solved in Under 20 Moves
 Thanks to 35-years worth of Google-donated CPU time researchers have now been able to pinpoint that, regardless of starting position, the Rubik’s Cube can be solved in 20 moves or less.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

radio tray.jpgRadio Tray Makes Playing Internet Radio Easy on Linux
With this app you can easily stream your favorite online radio stations to your Linux machine.


administrator password.jpgResetting the Administrator Password on Windows with Sticky Keys
Thanks to sticky keys you can actually reset the Windows administrator password without even needing to login with another account first.


home server vail-1.jpgHow to Install Windows Home Server “Vail” Beta on VirtualBox
This detailed guide explains how you can test out the Beta version of Windows Home Server “Vail” without spending a dime.


grooveshark-1.jpgGrooveshark for iPhone Available in App Store
It took awhile, but Apple has now approved the Grooveshark music streaming app for the iPhone.


iphone battery.jpgMaximizing Your Android Phone’s Battery Life
If you have an Android-powered phone you’ll definitely want to glance through this article to see if you can make use of any of the battery-saving tips.


desknotes.jpgDesktop Sticky Notes that Sync with Outlook
This free app can be used to manage the notes in Outlook right from your desktop.


7z archives.jpgConvert ZIP Archives to 7Z Archives
This batch file can convert entire directories of ZIP archives to the 7Z format, which will minimize the amount of space that they consume.


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Aug 27

WrapUp: SkyDrive Jumping to 25GB, the Microsoft Store, and More

Posted in: Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on November 20, 2008 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

sprint logo.jpgCancel your Sprint Service Without ETF in January
Sprint will be charging an extra $0.99 per line come January 2009, and some people are using this as a way to get out of their contract while avoiding the early termination fee (ETF). So if you’ve been wanting to break away from Sprint this might be just the time.


flash logo.jpgAdobe Tests 64-Bit Flash on Linux
One of the biggest complaints that I’ve heard from 64-bit operating system users is that Adobe doesn’t have a 64-bit version of Flash available. That will soon be a thing of the past. They are currently testing a version that works in Linux, and when the time comes they will simultaneously release 64-bit versions across the board for all the OS’s (Windows, Mac, and Linux).


firefox 3.1 tab tear.jpgTear-off Tabs in Firefox 3.1
A new feature in Firefox 3.1 will let you drag and drop tabs to move them to/from a new window.


skydrive.jpg25GB of Free Storage Coming to SkyDrive
Microsoft has announced that they will be upping the free storage offered by their SkyDrive service from 5GB to 25GB! Once they do that I’ll definitely start using it. [our SkyDrive review]


windows 7 touch.jpgWindows 7 Getting iPhone-Style Scrolling
By now you probably know that Windows 7 will be focusing on making touch-screen devices as useful as possible. One of the ways it will do that is by letting a user scroll around an application in a manner similar to the iPhone. [our Windows 7 review]


help wanted.jpgWhat Tech Companies are Hiring?
With the massive amounts of layoffs occurring CNet has taken it upon themselves to assemble a centralized guide of what tech companies are hiring. They even have estimates of how many people each company is looking for.


microsoft store.jpgThe Microsoft Store
Believe it or not, but Microsoft has actually built an online store where you can purchase their own products… and it doesn’t suck! The Windows MarketPlace has always been beyond useless, but the new Microsoft store is clean, simple, and easy to navigate. Maybe they’re finally getting on the right track?


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

export contacts.jpgHow to Import Gmail Contacts into Outlook
Transferring your contacts from Gmail to Outlook is a pretty easy process, and this guide will show you what to do.


live photo gallery facebook-1.jpgUpload Photos to Facebook with Live Photo Gallery
If you’re a Windows Live Photo Gallery user that likes uploading photos to Facebook you may want to checkout this handy little add-on.


keyboard type.jpg10 Ways to Speed Up Web Browsing
This guide by Lifehacker demonstrates some of the different ways you can browse the web faster.


apptimer.jpgBenchmark Startup Times of Apps
Have you ever wanted to see how long it takes a program to startup? This little utility can do just that.


iphone tether.jpgBest Way to Tether an iPhone for Free
If you have a jailbroken iPhone this guide explains how to use a free program called PdaNet to tether the device for free. I can definitely vouch for how great this app is… it was actually one of the deciding factors for me to jailbreak my iPhone.


notify me.jpgGet RSS Updates via IM and SMS
A free service called notify.me will let you receive RSS updates through IM’s or text messages. There aren’t many instances where an RSS feed would be that important that I’d want to have a text message sent, but it might be nice for things like tracking packages.


–Downloads–

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Aug 18

WrapUp: Windows 7 Relaxes CableCard Restrictions, Google Spreadsheets’ SQL-like Syntax, and More

Posted in: Gmail, itunes, Microsoft, Opera, Today's Chili, WrapUp

This article was written on September 14, 2009 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

media center.jpgWindows 7 Relaxes CableCard Restrictions
Microsoft released information last week stating that Windows 7 would give all PC owners the ability to add CableCards to their machines. Prior to this you could only buy CableCards with select OEM PC’s. What does this mean? Basically with CableCards you’re able to record encrypted cable channels using Windows Media Center. This could prove to be some stiff competition for Tivo considering there are no monthly service fees associated with a Media Center PC.


ipod touch camera-1.jpgLeaked iPod Touch with Camera Photos were Real
 Last week Apple released new iPod Nano’s with video recording capabilities, but many people were left puzzled when the same functionality was left out of their high-end iPod Touch product line. The internals of the new iPod Touch show striking similarities to the photos that were leaked prior to Apple’s announcements, and provide some solid evidence that the iPod Touch was indeed supposed to have a camera.


dropbox.jpgDropbox Adds More Functionality
Dropbox is an amazing way to keep files in sync between all your machines, but their web interface has always been a little lackluster. They’ve added some new functionality including keyboard shortcuts, interface and usability improvements, and true bulk operations that make their website a lot better.


drop.io yahoo mail.jpgAttach 100MB Files in Yahoo! Mail with Drop.io
Yahoo! only lets you attach files up to 20MB to your emails, but thanks to some third-party integration that limit is now five times larger. To use the service you’ll have to click the “Get Started” link on this page to enable the use of apps, and then you should see an option in your mail sidebar to “Attach Large Files.” It’s not as integrated as I’d like to see it, but it’s still nice being able to send 100MB attachments without leaving the Yahoo! Mail interface.


jump to google.jpgGoogle’s “Jump to” Option in Search Results
When performing certain searches on Google you may find a “jump to” option offered right before the description of the result. Clicking on this link will take you directly to the part of the page related to what you’re searching for. For this to work Google is looking for “internal bookmarks/links” on a page. That’s why you’ll often find that Wikipedia results will show up with this option since it uses internal links in their table of contents to jump to various parts of the page.


–News in Brief–

opera moble.jpgOpera to Unveil “the Next Generation in Mobile Browsing”
Opera has put together a teaser page for something they will be unveiling very soon.


chrome extensions.jpgChrome Turns Extensions on in Dev Channel
Google Chrome users running the developer version of the browser should be pleased to hear that you can now install extensions by default, which means this feature should be getting closer to prime time.


windows 7 background harmony.jpgWindows 7 RTM not Affected by Latest Flaw
A recently discovered vulnerability makes it possible for a hacker to remotely control a system, but only affects Windows Vista, Server 2008, and pre-release versions of Windows 7.


android logo.jpgAndroid has 10,000+ Applications Available
The Google Android mobile OS now has over 10,000 applications available for download, and 65% of those apps are free.


firefox warning.jpgFirefox 3.5.3 Introduces Flash Update Notifications
In an attempt to keep users safe, Mozilla will now display a notification for anyone running Firefox if they have an old version of the Flash plugin. In the future the browser will also look for updates to other common plugins.


facebook lite.jpgFacebook Lite Keeps Things Simple
Facebook users in the U.S. and India can now take advantage of a simpler Facebook interface that feels a bit Twitter-like.


live hotmail.jpgHotmail Getting More Improvements
Hotmail is rolling out some changes including auto-saving of drafts, keyboard shortcuts that closely match what’s used in Gmail, mobile improvements, and more.


opera unite beta.jpgOpera Unite Hits Beta Stage
The first Beta of Opera Unite has finally been released, and it’s significantly more stable than previous versions according to Download Squad.


hubble photo.jpgHubble Takes more Amazing Photos after Repair Mission
These are the first photos sent back from the Hubble Space Telescope after undergoing a rather extensive repair and service mission.


google earth.jpgGoogle Earth 5.1 Gets Faster
The newest Beta of Google Earth not only uses less memory than previous versions, but is also 25% faster at starting up.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

windows 7 login image changer.jpgWindows 7 Login Background Changer
Want to freshen up that background image you see when you login to Windows 7? This free and open source application will let you select an image you want to use when logging into your machine. What I really like about this WPF-based solution is that it doesn’t modify any system files on your machine.


itunes watched folder.jpgiTunes 9 Introduces a “Watched” Folder
iTunes 9 has finally added a highly requested feature: a watched folder. This folder resides in your music library, and any music added to it will automatically be imported into your library. Unfortunately this directory cannot be changed, and I suspect that Apple added it for the new “Home Sharing” features that let you automatically add music from other libraries on your network. It’s still nice to have though.


gmail down.jpgHow to Access Gmail when it’s Down
With the recent Gmail outages some people are trying more than ever to make sure that they’ll still be able to access their messages even when the service is down. Normally when Gmail’s web interface goes down the IMAP/POP3 is still functional, and that’s what most people turn to. This article provides a few other alternatives such as checking the mobile version, using the iGoogle gadget, and more.


postbox email app.jpgPostbox Email App Leaves Beta, Charges $40
Over the last few months Postbox has definitely been one of the most talked about desktop email clients. It was available for free when it was in the Beta stage, but now it will run you $40 for a license. It is definitely a nice email client, but they are in a tough spot. There are a lot of free desktop email clients out there, and I’d venture to guess that a majority of the money spent on desktop email clients goes towards Outlook. And then there’s also the fact that the web interfaces for email services like Gmail are evolving at a rather rapid pace.


google docs query.jpgGoogle Spreadsheets Gets SQL-like Syntax
Anyone familiar with SQL might enjoy the new “QUERY” function that was recently added to Google Spreadsheets. This function uses Gviz syntax to imitate SQL syntax right there in your document. It’s still a bit limited at this point… “SELECT” statements are the primary use, but you can add “ORDER BY,” “GROUP BY,” “LIMIT,” and more within your query. Hopefully it will branch out to become even more powerful.


–Tips in Brief–

itunes 9 windows 7.jpgiTunes 9 has Jump List Support in Windows 7
iTunes 9 was released last week, and anyone using Windows 7 can already take advantage of the included Jump List support. If you hover over the icon you can pause, play, or skip music, and you can receive additional options by right-clicking on the icon.


pause emails.jpgPause Incoming Emails
This Outlook 2007 add-on from Microsoft will let you pause incoming emails so that they are not shown until you are ready to read them. This keeps you from getting distracted while you’re trying to work, and can also keep things quiet while you’re giving a presentation.


coral ie tab.jpgCoral IE Tab for Firefox
This Firefox extension is based on the popular IE Tab add-on, but takes it one step further. It is able to save your cookies and also works with Adblock Plus, which are things the original extension can’t boast.


google voice sms.jpgGoogle Voice Adds Email Forwarding/Replies to SMS
Google will now let you view and reply to any SMS messages received through Google Voice right from your Inbox.


easeus backup.jpgAnother Free Backup Utility
As we’ve said in the past… there’s never a shortage of free backup utilities. What makes this one a bit different is that you can use it to backup and restore an entire partition or drive.


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Aug 06

WrapUp: Top 10 Hulu Tips, Catalog of Over 1,600 Cheat Sheets, and More

Posted in: hulu, Today's Chili, windows 7, WrapUp, xbox live

This article was written on July 12, 2010 by CyberNet.

Welcome to the WrapUp by CyberNet. This is a collection of news stories, downloads, and tips that we have collected over the last few days, but never got around to writing about. Don’t forget to send in your own tips, or just leave a comment on this page if you think you’ve got something we should include.

–News–

windows 7 logo.jpgNearly Half of Windows 7 Installs are 64-bit
Microsoft reported last week that 46% of Windows 7 installs are 64-bit, which is high when compared to Vista’s 11%.


zynga.jpgGoogle Secretly Invested $100+ Million in Zynga
Google’s rather large investment in the makers of Farmville could be an indication of an upcoming Google Games.


signature.jpgRich Text Signatures Available in Gmail
 Gmail users finally have the ability to automatically insert rich text signatures into their emails.


fring.jpgFring Adds Two-Way Video Calling for iPhone 4
The free Fring iPhone app makes it possible to video chat with Skype desktop users.


shanghai apple.jpgShanghai’s New Apple Store Quite a Marvel
Shanghai is now home to one of the largest Apple stores, and it sports several 40-foot high curved glass panels at the entrance.


xbox live.jpgXbox Live: Over $1.2 Billion in Annual Revenue
Amazingly more than half of Xbox Live users are actually paying for the Gold membership, which you’ll if you want to do, well, pretty much anything.


–Tips, Tutorials, and Reviews–

firefox orange button.jpgCustomize Firefox 4’s Big Orange Button
Anyone testing out Firefox 4 will surely notice the new all-in-one orange button in the upper-left corner that has replaced the Menu Bar. Download Squad has some nice tips to make it blend in a bit better with the browser.


hulu tips.jpgTop 10 Hulu Tips
All Hulu users should glance through this article. It has some great tips on watching shows on your Android phone, through Media Center, downloading clips, and much more.


iphone to android.jpgWhat to Expect Switching from iPhone to Android
This guide helps educate consumers as to what they can expect when switching from an iPhone to Android device.


cheatsheet.jpgCatalog of Over 1,600 Cheat Sheets
Devcheatsheet.com is a great source of cheat sheets for just about any programming language.


mdownloader.jpgAutomate Downloads from Sites Like Rapidshare
MDownloader is a free utility that downloads files from popular sharing sites like Rapidshare and MegaUpload. It will even handle any time delays and captchas that are thrown at it.


fake browser.jpgFake is a Browser with Automator-like Actions for Mac Users
 There aren’t a lot of situations where you’d use this, but I can think of a few. This browser lets you specify automated actions such as opening/navigating websites and submitting forms automatically. Mac only.


startssl.jpgGenerate Your Own SSL Certificate for Free
These are some instructions on how you can get a genuine SSL certificate for free.


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