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Digital Fax Does Away With Paper

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, USB,

Portable Fax Machine No more messing with paper. The Flexii Portable Digital Fax Machine may not look like much but features a hi-speed USB 2.0 interface that can attach to any Vista compatible laptop or desktop PC. vavolo claims it is not only green because of the saving of paper, it is more energy efficient and has better image quality. Other features include group sending, automatic sending and receiving, auto-redial, and a manage function that reads, edits, forward, saves and prints. Complete with software and included cord and adapter, the machine carries a MSRP of $135.99.

(Thanks, Cassily)

Microsoft drops prices on Windows Vista line

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Corporate News, Microsoft, Software,

Windows Vista price drop So, Windows Vista has been around now for a good thirteen months, and in that time, it has seen much criticism. If you’ve been on the fence about switching or upgrading to Vista, we are sure that Microsoft is hoping that their upcoming price drop will be enough to get you to make the move. The new pricing details will be as follows:

Windows Vista Ultimate: $320, down from $400
WIndows Vista Ultimate Upgrade: $220, down from $260
Windows Vista Home Premium: $130, down from $160

The price drops are expected to coincide with the shipment of the first major update to Vista, Service Pack 1.

Microsoft’s WorldWide Telescope is introduced

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Editorial, Microsoft, Software, Videos,

We knew that Microsoft Research had something pretty amazing up its sleeve after talking to a few people at the company, in addition to having dinner with Robert Scoble, who told us that what he saw brought him to tears. As it turns out, it is the WorldWide Telescope that had people in awe. After watching Roy Gould introduce the software in the above video during TED, we have to say, we agree. Think of the WorldWide Telescope as the equivalent to the full-featured version of Google Earth - except that the WorldWide Telescope software is free, and instead of looking at the earth in extreme detail, you get to peruse the cosmos instead. I mean, watch the video to see how truly mind-blowing this technology really is. Look for it to be available for download this Spring for the Windows platform. No word on how beefy a machine you will need to run it as smoothly as it worked in the demo - but here’s hoping that everyone who downloads the WorldWide Telescope will be able to enjoy the same experience seen here.

iPhone 1.1.4 Firmware Update now available, already jailbroken

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Smartphones, Handhelds, Software,

Looks like we have new iPhone firmware as well this morning! In addition to refreshing their MacBook and MacBook Pro lines to Penryn processors, Apple has also released the new iPhone 1.1.4 firmware. Go ahead and check for a new update after connecting your iPhone to iTunes. Of course, if you are

~~jailbroken or~~

unlocked, you may want to wait for a bit while everything gets figured out. Apple is saying this release is all about bug fixes - but we are hoping there is also some iPhone SDK magic in there somewhere.

EDIT: Okay, if you are jailbroken, go ahead and update. ZiPhone still works, and will jailbreak the just-released 1.1.4 firmware update…although the developer recommends waiting until he can fully test. Your call.

iTunes 7.6.1 released

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Movies, Music, Software,

With iTunes 7.6, we got movie rentals, among other things. We also got nice, tight integration between iTunes and Apple TV Take 2. Today, Apple released a small point upgrade in iTunes 7.6.1, which focuses on “several” bug fixes as well as an improving compatibility between iTunes and Apple TV 2.0 software. Here is the full scoop from Apple themselves:

Rent and download your favorite movies with iTunes on your computer or directly to your living room on Apple TV. Enjoy rented movies in sizes up to 720p HD with surround sound on your Apple TV and sizes up to DVD-quality on your computer. Transfer your rented movies from iTunes to your iPod or iPhone and enjoy them on the go.

Also, purchase and download your favorite TV shows, music, and more directly on your Apple TV. Effortlessly transfer purchases made on Apple TV back to your computer with iTunes.

iTunes 7.6.1 includes several bug fixes and improves compatibility with Apple TV software version 2.0.

Anything that eliminates bugs sounds good to us. Fire up Software Update to pull in the new version.

Can TaxCut Replace CPAs?

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Software,

TaxCut We know a few CPAs that moan and groan about loss of work because of H&R Block, but since April 15 will soon be arriving we wondered just how useful their TaxCut software is. The program goes step-by-step and if you have questions there is a FAQ pop-up and a Tax Advisor option for online advice. If you previously used Quicken or TurboTax, it will import all its data. There are also tax tips and videos for more assistance and tax-planning for the future. DeductionPro can help you chop off a few more bucks. Available at prices starting at $39.95, check out PC Mag if you are interested in their comparison with the ever-popular TurboTax.

Google Shows Off Android Run Prototype

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smartphones, Corporate News, Design, Google, Software,

Google Phone This week during the GSMA’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Google showed off its software platform Android for cell phones in solid form. Acquired in 2005 and launched last year, the company rounded up a team to show how it may look. They also announced the formation of the Open Handset Alliance, 34 handset manufacturers, carriers and chipmakers that will support Android. Based on open-source coding, Google is counting on the prototype to give the competition, including Microsoft, Nokia, and RIM a run for their money. Hooray for free enterprise.

Leopard 10.5.2 update now available

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, PC / Laptop, Software,

Time to fire up Software Update yet again, as the Leopard 10.5.2 update has just been released. We knew this one was meant to fix a ton of stuff under the hood of the OS, and the file size we are seeing is pretty much in line with that. A whopping 341 MB download. 10.5.2 includes fixes for Active Directory, Airport, Back to my Mac, Dashboard, Dock, Desktop, iCal, iChat, iSync, Finder, Mail, Networking, Parental Controls, Preview, Printing, RAW Image support, Safari, Login and Setup Assistant, System, Time Machine, as well as a few other areas. We told you it was big. Hit the Read link to get the full scoop, as this download might take you a few minutes…

Read More | Mac OS X 10.5.2 Update Notes

ooVoo Records Chats

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Internet, Misc. Tech, Software,

ooVoo logo The latest 1.5 version of ooVoo in beta offers its users the ability to record chats. The free software also offers visual effects, two free hours of call time, and importing of contacts from e-mail. Have video parties with up to six of your friends or conferences with business buddies. You can add it to your blog or MySpace page and view its tasks on a sidebar. The price is right, but be careful that you don’t say anything you don’t want to be used against you. Sign up at the ooVoo Website.

iPods Cross Language Barrier

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Apple, Portable Audio / Video, Software,

Even the military is Apple friendly. It has supplied iPod software to soldiers that speaks Arabic and Kurdish so that they can chat with the local population The report, issued in February’s National Defense Magazine, says that they are guided by a Vcommunicator application, which can also be used to read maps, study missions, and can be connected to a speaker or megaphone. What do you suppose the locals will do when one of our troops slips up and plays a bit of U2 by accident? The technology will soon be available for us civilians.

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