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Johnson’s Baby is planning a mom blog directory as a way for moms to connect and communicate across the blogosphere, Johnson & Johnson announced today. The as yet unnamed blog directory is set to go live this fall.
Johnson’s Baby has apparently setup this blog directory to let moms find other mom bloggers through keyword content searches and tags, as well as similar interests, number of children and region of the country. The directory will also provide tools for moms who want to start blogging. Johnson & Johnson added they had recruited a panel of “top mom bloggers” to serve as advisors, perhaps trying to give this new directory a higher degree of legitimacy so it is not seen as just a marketing gimmick.
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| Johnson's Baby Blog Directory Page
Gallery: Johnson & Johnson Launching Mom Blogger Directory
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PBS Brings Videos to Google Video, OMN
Posted by Nino Marchetti Categories: Broadband, Internet, Portable Audio / Video,
PBS was busy today with announcements regarding bringing their substantial library of video content to a wider online audience. Announced were initiatives with the Open Media Network and Google Video.
The PBS Google Video offerings, according to PBS, will make available for purchase and download select episodes of PBS programs, including Antiques Roadshow, NOVA, NOW, Scientific American Frontiers, Arthur, Cyberchase and Fetch! The Open Media Network will also make available, for a fee, select episodes of PBS programs similar to what will be found through Google Video.
Read More | PBS Press Releases
Gallery: PBS Brings Videos to Google Video, OMN
D-Link Securespot Begins Shipping
Posted by Nino Marchetti Categories: Accessories, Smart Home, Internet,
D-Link today rolled out the Securespot, an Internet security device designed to provide business-level threat protection for up to four computers on a home or small business network. This new device is priced at $99.99, the price of which includes one-year licenses for the computers being protected.
The Securespot, according to D-Link, uses a combination of hardware, software applications and Web-based management services to prevent unwanted content from breaching a protected network. Features included in this Internet security device include firewall and intrusion detection, a plug and play design, web-based control panel, multi-layer security, support for Windows and Mac based operating systems and content filters for 82 categories. The Securespot is powered by Bsecure Technologies.
Read More | D-Link Securespot Product Page
Gallery: D-Link Securespot Begins Shipping
Photos of Netflix Headquarters
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Corporate News, Internet, Movies,
So, my boy Mike over at HackingNetflix went over to Netflix HQ for a tour and interview with Netflix CEO Reed Hastings. While there, he also snapped a bunch of photos of both the outside and inside of the building. Based on the images, we are impressed. I mean, how many companies out there have conference rooms likened after The Matrix or Edward Scissorhands? We have a couple more pictures after the jump, but you can see them all in the HackingNetflix album on Zooomr.
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Read More | HackingNetflix On Zooomr
Gallery: Photos of Netflix Headquarters
Belkin Preps Wi-Fi Skype Phone
Posted by Nino Marchetti Categories: Accessories, Smartphones, Internet,
Belkin today announced a new cordless phone for using Wi-Fi hotspots to make Skype calls. The new Belkin Wi-Fi Phone for Skype is priced at $149.99 and will be available in August.
The Belkin Wi-Fi Phone for Skype has what Belkin describes as an intuitive interface, incorporating familiar Skype features. To make a call, one uses the on-screen color menu to locate a contact and view online availability. Other features include WPA and WPA2 security with PSK support and 802.11b/g compatibility.
Read More | Belkin Product Page
Gallery: Belkin Preps Wi-Fi Skype Phone
Discovery Channel Now Offering Daily Video Webcasts
Posted by Nino Marchetti Categories: Broadband, Corporate News, Internet,
If you’re a fan of Discovery Channel programming and just can’t get enough of it during the day, Discovery Communications is here to help you via a new daily fix of video webcasts. These webcasts will feature breaking news and relevant information in the areas of science, nature, health, travel, the environment and current affairs. The daily video webcasts will be available through a variety of Discovery’s Web sites, including their Discovery Channel News as well as their recently launched broadband channel Discovery Channel Beyond.
Read More | Discovery Channel Press Release
Gallery: Discovery Channel Now Offering Daily Video Webcasts
Bleeding Edge Byte 023: Linksys 802.11n Router, Other Linksys Products
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, Internet, PC / Laptop, Videocasts, Wireless / WiFi,
If you are looking to speed up your network, 802.11n is the future. The question is, has the future already arrived, or should we wait until it is officially accepted and announced? We talk with Linksys about their new pre-N router, as well as a few of their other new networking prodcuts, and get their take on the whole 802.11n debacle in this episode.
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Gallery: Bleeding Edge Byte 023: Linksys 802.11n Router, Other Linksys Products
CinemaNow Begins Burn to DVD Video Service
Posted by Nino Marchetti Categories: Corporate News, Internet, Movies,
On demand online video provider CinemaNow is offering a new secure DVD download and burning service for those who want to make their own movie DVDs of select films from major studios. This new CinemaNow Burn to DVD service offers pricing starting at $8.99 and includes a printable DVD label and cover art.
Starting today, CinemaNow said, people can choose from more than 100 titles from studios like Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Lionsgate, MGM Worldwide Digital Media, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, Universal Studios Home Entertainment, EagleVision and Sundance Channel. Downloaders will have the ability to download the complete version of a DVD, including extra elements such as full graphic menus and 5.1 surround sound. Once downloaded, the video can be played like a DVD on a PC or burned to a blank DVD+/-R disc.
Read More | CinemaNow Burn to DVD Service Page
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When Prince Charles and Princess Dianna were wed, they had a guest list in the millions thanks to the worldwide telecast of their nuptuals. Now, regardless of how that turned out, the average couple can now attract a world wide guest list thanks to the Internet. According to Dallas-based webcastmywedding.net, and Vowcast.com in Georgia, today’s couples are taking advantage of venues that have broadband internet connections to add a WedCast to their celebration so that family and friends unable to make it can tune in and virutally bear witness to the vows.
And at prices starting at under $400 for a live feed, why wouldn’t couples offer it?
Read More | USA Today
Gallery: iDo: Wedding WebCasts Catching On
Digital Home Still A Decade Away
Posted by James DeRuvo Categories: Smart Home, Internet, Misc. Tech,
A major player in wireless transmission of music and video says that a purely wireless and digital home is still about a decade away. Sonos CEO John MacFarlane believes that although both Redmond and Cupertino are banking on the technology, as well as third party hardware companies like Belkin and Philips, consumer interest and technology are still in their infancy.
The issue may be that the technology relies on home networking, and at current time, only 1 in 6 users have a network. This is largely due to the “flashing VCR” crowd not understanding what a home network can really do. When all that changes, the tipping point for consumer interst and technology isn’t far behind.
Read More | BBC Technology
