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Unboxing Nest’s learning thermostat

shaun — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 21:14:22 +0000

The hottest item that you probably couldn’t get for Christmas this year was the Nest learning thermostat — the smart gadget has been sold out for weeks and you can’t get one until 2012. But I bought one a couple months ago for a Christmas present for my parents and the device finally showed up a couple days before the big day.

Since I was planning to give it as a present, I didn’t want to configure the device, but I did want to do a lil unboxing for y’all so you can see what it looks like and what you get inside. The packaging does remind me of Apple products (the creators designed the iPod and the iPhone), but the real test will come when we try to install the thermostat. I’m slightly worried about my parents tackling this project, but I’ll let you know how they fare in a couple weeks.

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Apple’s Recalled First Gen iPod Nanos Are Now Being Replaced With New Models [Apple]

shaun — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:14:22 +0000

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Refurbish an iPod Touch

shaun — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:14:25 +0000

When a new iPod Touch is released and you’re jonesing to plunk down your hard earned cash at the local Apple Store, what do you do with your current model? The iPod Touch is the perfect hand-me-down gadget. But before you pass it on, here are a few things you can do to spiff it up.

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Applying IPod Headphones Is Not As Bad As Your Parents Think

johntesh — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 19:50:05 +0000

Lots of middle-aged people are cynical about the truth that the younger generation looks to stroll via life plugged into iPod headphones. They complain that everywhere you go, you see a mindless youngster with iPod earphones dangling from their ear, not taking within a word they say.

Older people worry extreme use of iPod headphones and wandering by way of life plugged into mp3 players drastically transformed superior of life. Whilst genuine that rising use of mp3 players, iPod earphones, and portable music has modified some thing, although not necessarily for the worse.

Underneath scrutiny, the issues of over-using mp3 players in everyday life are unfounded. There are lots of quality-of-life enhancements brought about by the advent of individual music players, along with the downsides are very easily subverted.

Many folks practical experience greater enjoyment performing mundane actions in the workplace or round the home by listening to music they like. Lots of workplaces do not make it possible for staff to blast music. A personal, non-disruptive music player lets them to perform their occupation, and retain function from becoming such a drag. Happier workers are much more effective workers. So the ability to energy through get the job done listening to

Employees stuck commuting on busy, less-than-enjoyable public transit can plug in, and block out a stressful atmosphere. They will devote the commute growing their life’s enjoyment, rather than invest it getting hassled and stressed out.

One argument against iPod headphones could be the danger of long-term hearing harm. While correct that constantly blasting the decibel equivalent of a jackhammer into your ear ten hours each day will result in hearing loss, most intelligent individuals are capable of turning the volume down. Dilemma solved.

General, employing iPods can enhance strain ranges, productivity, and excellent of life. If wearing your iPod earphones during the day improves strain ranges, excellent of life, and productivity, they can not be that undesirable. Leave your iPod headphones in location, as well as your mp3 player on.

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The 5 Apple technologies I’m most thankful for

shaun — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:14:23 +0000

Apple has done a lot in terms of pushing sometimes marginal technology to the fore, something it may be able to do with NFC soon, too. But narrowing down that list to a few choice selections that stand out above the rest is surprisingly easy. Here are the Apple technological innovations I’m most thankful for.

1. The iPhone. It seems like a no-brainer, but in terms of actual impact on my day-to-day life, nothing beats Apple’s smartphone for transformative power. The iPhone was my first smartphone, and though I’ve temporarily strayed once or twice since then, it remains my go-to mobile device. But why should I be thankful for a device that costs me an arm and a leg each year when I upgrade, and also natters me incessantly with notifications, both meaningful and otherwise?

Because for all its downsides, the iPhone means that I can better stay in touch with friends and loved ones. It also provides tons of entertainment, has reduced the amount of devices I lug around on most trips from four or five to one or two, and includes all the joy of an iPod, too, which would’ve made this list if it wasn’t for the iPhone.

2. Screen sharing built into every Mac. If you manage a multi-Mac household or small business, you know what I’m talking about here. The ability to quickly and easily view and interact with the desktop of any Mac on your local Wi-Fi network is an amazing time-saver that lets me update, manage applications for and coordinate the efforts of all four Macs in operation at my home from my central work computer. Girlfriend runs into a technical problem? Connect, fix, done.

3. iTunes Home Sharing. This feature was one that made a lot of sense for long before it was implemented. Why shouldn’t any Mac or iOS device on your local network play back your iTunes library, so long as they have the proper credentials? That you can both stream and transfer music between libraries on Macs has saved me a lot of headaches, and size restrictions on iPod touches (which usually remain in the house anyways) are no longer an issue.

4. Combo audio in/out ports with remote control. Some will no doubt call me crazy for putting this on a list of tech I’m most thankful for, but considering how much I use it, I don’t think it’s out of place here. Obviously on iPhones and iPod touches it’s great for answering calls and controlling playback, but it also works terrifically well when on your MacBook or iPad watching movies or fielding Skype calls. It’s a thing that I never missed until I had it, and now can’t live without, even on my desktop iMac.

5. The App Store. Another pretty obvious one, but my appreciation has some qualifications. For example, I think the vast majority of the App Store is pretty much a waste of time; even well-designed apps aren’t necessarily useful in the long term. But for the few apps that remain glued to my home screen, like Delivery Status Touch, Next TTC, Instapaper and Reeder, the App Store’s thousands of low-quality, throwaway applications are more than endurable.

Those are my five, but I doubt they’re everyone else’s too. Let us know what Apple tech you’re most thankful for in the comments.

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Apple is replacing first gen iPod nanos in the US due to faulty batteries

shaun — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 07:14:20 +0000

After offering to swap out a few faulty first gen iPod nanos in Korea back in 2009, it appears Apple has finally seen fit to get them out of owner’s pockets here in the US too. An email just sent to registered owners (included after the break) and notice posted on its replacement program site inform users the affected units were sold between September 2005 and December 2006. If you have one (seriously, yours still works?), stop using it right now and fill out the form at the link below to order a free replacement unit. The main inconvenience — other than finding out you’ve been walking around with the possibility of a “rare case” of overheating taking place in your skinny jeans — is an anticipated six-week lag between Apple receiving the old unit and shipping you out a replacement. The reason given for waiting so long to replace them is that when it comes to this issue “the likelihood increases as the battery ages” — and, it’s finally too late for you to run out and get a Zune. No word yet on which models will be sent out as replacements, but if yours is personalized, then sorry — no inscriptions available.

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Yamaha’s ruggedized PDX-11 iPod speaker dock lets you blast beats beyond your block for $100

shaun — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 03:14:23 +0000

If its past offerings have been any indicator, Yamaha’s no stranger to pumping out attractive speaker docks for iDevices. Not surprisingly, the company’s managed to pour that design sense into its latest ruggedized portable system, the PDX-11. This octogonal unit features a 4-inch woofer and a 3/8-inch tweeter that can be powered by six AA-batteries, allowing for up to eight hours of on-the-go sound. Up top, you’ll find a 30-pin connection base for your iPhone or iPod, and there’s also a 3.5mm jack around back to play nice with other PMPs. Notably, the speaker’s metal carry handle and grill should keep it ready for a mild amount of city-slicking abuse — and in a choice of blue, white, green or black, we’d imagine it’ll look extra fresh doing so. To sweeten the deal further, a remote is included for extra control options. If your ready to take your tunes to the outdoors, the PDX-11 is available now for a block rockin’ hundred bucks. You’ll find full details at the source link below.

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10 Years of iPod Ads: From Techie to Sassy

shaun — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 03:14:25 +0000

You?re at a party. It?s lame. There?s a laptop in the corner running iTunes, and people are taking turns DJing to try to liven up the crowd. Unfortunately, the guy with the fingerless gloves is hogging the computer, and his circa-1994 drum and bass jams are failing. Somebody sneaks in when?Guy isn?t looking and cues up a track you instantly recognize. Its steady pulse seems scientifically calibrated to produce good vibes, which it very well may have been. You find yourself bending your knees to the beat. The chorus kicks in and all bets are off. Everybody?s on the floor. The party has started. The next morning, you?re wondering, ?What was that song, and why did everybody know it?? Simple: It was in an iPod commercial ? an honor that has propelled many an indie band into the mainstream and cemented the iconic status of artists who were already getting attention.

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Each Car Could Make Full Use Of A Power Adapter

johntesh — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 04:19:03 +0000

For those who have a vehicle you really should have a power inverter to go along with it. Just so you know, a power adapter is a system that can turn the 12 volts within your car into a a standard home outlet which will allow you to plug in regular household items.

Having a device like this is fantastic for any person who takes long trips in the car and need a source of power. For those who have items that will need a regular plug to charge them this is the simplest way to be able to charge these items while you are driving. So in this article we are taking a better look at the uses of the actual Bestek 75 watt 12 volt DC to 110-120 Volt AC power inverter.

How frequently have you been in your car on a long trip and your mobile phone died? Most individuals have thought of picking one up but for one reason or another they never did. Lots of you may have realized that these chargers may cost much more than what you were willing to spend. No matter why you decided not to get a charger, now your in position where you need one. Now, if you already had a power inverter, you’d just be able to bring your household charger together with you to charge your phone. The best thing about the power inverter that we are referring to here is that it only costs $9.99, and as I am certain you know this is much less than going out and buying a $40 car charger for your phone.

This is additionally a great unit if you need to charge your iPod or some other mp3 player which requires a usb port to charge it. In case you are wondering you will find that this unit has a built in usb port for whatever requires one for charging. Usb ports have grown to be quite popular as a charging device that even a lot of the newer phones will be able to be charged using a usb port.

Nevertheless it doesn’t end there as you can also use this little device to run your laptop. You might be one of the individuals who need to have their laptop with them all the time. One thing you will need to concern yourself with is what happens when you use up all the power in the battery? If you have this unit it is possible to plug your laptop in and your all set to go. This device is good for charging digital cameras, laptop computers, and even your mobile phone, along with just about any kind of other thing you can think of.

Amazon offers this product for just $9.99 which is truly a great price for a device like this. You might find that you might want or need more power for a few things you would like to use in your car, but this device is meant for smaller items up to the size of a laptop. You will additionally see that Amazon also has the larger models if you decide you may need them. Nevertheless for the most part, most individuals realize that this modest little converter gives them everything that they need, at a cost that no one can grumble about. Yet another excellent element about this product is that you will be able to set aside all the different car chargers in your car that you seriously don’t know which one goes to which anyhow.

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