Microsoft to Launch App Store
Written by Civi on April 1, 2009
Microsoft recently named a list of developers who are working on new apps for the Windows Mobile App store, a store designed to rival the iPhone’s apps and the Android Marketplace. The list includes new and free apps for Facebook and MySpace, two popular social networking sites, and more. There are currently over [...]
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Say Goodbye to Encarta
Written by Civi on April 1, 2009
For quite some time, Microsoft’s Encarta virtual encyclopedia was invaluable to students and those in need of some quick research. In fact, it used to come bundled with every new computer. However, Microsoft has announced that they will be shutting down the Encarta website on October 31, 2009 (except for the Japanese site, [...]
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Gmail Labs Available in 50 Languages
Written by Civi on March 31, 2009
Google just gave itself a present: on Gmail’s fifth birthday, Google updated Gmail Labs. Previously only available in English, Google has added 49 other languages. There are many different features in Gmail Labs that regular Gmail does not have, including the ability to “un-send” an email (as long as you click the un-send [...]
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USB Rechargeable Batteries
Written by Civi on March 27, 2009
Do you spend way too much money on batteries? While rechargeable batteries can alleviate some of this cost, many of us simply forget to plug them into the charger. Plus, it’s always inconvenient to not have fully charged batteries when you need them. Well, with these cool USB rechargeable batteries, that’s not [...]
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New Skype for Windows Mobile Allows File Transferring
Written by Civi on March 26, 2009
Skype, one of the most popular instant messaging programs, has launched a new version for PDA and smart phones. The 3.0 version, still in beta, allows for users to do two new things: transfer files back and forth and send SMS. Windows Mobile users have been looking forward to these functions, which are [...]
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Google Maps Street View
Written by Civi on March 25, 2009
If you haven’t heard of Google Maps and their new street view ability, you’re in for a treat. While the option has been available for several years now, it hasn’t been widely advertised. Basically, street view is almost like the “Holo-deck” that you may have seen on episodes of Star Trek: The Next [...]
Avast Antivirus
Written by Civi on March 24, 2009
Yarr, mateys, want to protect your computer from harmful viruses but don’t want to pay a yearly subscription fee? Well, there are several alternatives to expensive virus scanners like McAfee and Norton. One of these is Avast, a slightly pirate themed virus scanner that offers a number of options. You can create [...]
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Microsoft says IE 8 is Done
Written by Civi on March 23, 2009
Microsoft has been oddly quiet when it comes to Internet Explorer 8. In fact, most of the news has been about Windows 7. However, the company recently announced that they’re done with the new version of their web browser and that it’s available for download at their official website for Windows XP and [...]
Fennec Beta Out on Mobile Phones
Written by Civi on March 20, 2009
It seems like everyone uses their mobile phones to access the internet these days. Every software and computer company, therefore, is expanding to this new market – and that includes Mozilla. Their Firefox browser was a big hit and has challenged Microsoft’s Internet Explorer for dominance in the market. Now Mozilla is [...]
Google Chrome 2.0 and Windows 7 Beta Not a Good Match
Written by Civi on March 19, 2009
If you love using Google’s Chrome browser, you may be itching to download the new beta version of Chrome 2.0. However, don’t get too hasty, especially if you’re using Windows 7 Beta or plan to upgrade to Windows 7 when it’s released. So far, users who have the beta versions of both pieces [...]
