Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Site of the Day: Bluesmaker

Did you ever feel like singing the blues? Not everyone has a blues band sitting around. But this Web site can fill in.

This site combines blues samples into a full song. It even includes singing. It's a good way to create a blues song without all the pain!

Visit Bluesmaker.

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Note: Cross posted from nutzworld.com.

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Deal of the Day: Zune HD 32 GB Video MP3 Player (Platinum)

image Save 25% on the Zune HD 32GB. Zune is the premium digital experience that gives you access to the latest in entertainment and technology, allowing you to enjoy, connect, and discover content in a whole new way--the way you like it. Browse, stream, buy, and play all you want, including music, HD video, podcasts, games, and much more. Gain the freedom to enjoy your entertainment; Zune brings your content up front, so you're always in control.

Get the Zune HD 32 GB Video MP3 Player (Platinum)

List Price: $269.99
Price: $203.54
You Save: $66.45 (25%)

  • 32 GB capacity for up to 8,000 songs, 48 hours standard definition video, or 10 hours high definition video
  • 3.3-inch OLED screen with 480 x 272 resolution and 16:9 display
  • HD Radio gives you access to many local stations with crystal-clear digital sound at no extra cost
  • Watch supported 720p HD movies, TV shows, and videos in high definition
  • Buy, stream, and update your music, download free games, and surf the web via a Wi-Fi connection
  • Get the Zune HD 32 GB Video MP3 Player (Platinum)

    Note: Cross posted from nutzworld.com.

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    Monday, October 4, 2010

    Tech News Today

    New HP CEO Should Follow Apple's Lead
    The choice of former SAP CEO Leo Apotheker to lead HP stunned many in the tech industry, but the more I read about Leo and the more I heard him speak, the more convinced I became that he could do great things with computer and printer manufacturer

    BIOS is replaced
    A replacement for the 25-year-old BIOS motherboard firmware is finally here. It is called Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI). UEFI will allow electronic gadgets to have more varied components.

    Stuxnet: A possible attack scenario
    Symantec security researcher Liam O Murchu posits a possible Stuxnet worm attack scenario. His speculation is driven by the technical features of the sophisticated malware threat.

    Inside Microsoft's courtship of phone developers
    In the second part of a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Windows Phone 7, CNET's Ina Fried looks at Microsoft's efforts to woo app makers.

    Windows Phone 7's app lineup (photos)
    Microsoft has been working with companies big and small to make sure that when Windows Phone 7 launches this month that there will be plenty of cool apps. Here's a look at some of what's in store.

    iPad vs. BlackBerry PlayBook: Let the Tablet Smackdown Begin
    The upcoming PlayBook tablet, RIM's BlackBerry-themed iPad competitor, is aimed first and foremost at the enterprise market. But given RIM's recent focus on consumers--as evidenced by the BlackBerry Torch 9800 and BlackBerry 6 OS--it wouldn't be too far a stretch to assume the company has designs on the consumer tablet market as well. See how the PlayBook and iPad compare. Meanwhile, a version of the QNX operating system, which will debut on the PlayBook, will reportedly run on BlackBerry phones

    Saturday, October 2, 2010

    Free MP3 – Peter Gabriel: Washing of the Water

     Washing Of The Wateralt is one of the best free songs in a while, Gabriel shows that he hasn't lost his ballad mojo as he excels at expressing passion and depth. This arrangement is absolutely gorgeous. Peter Gabriel's voice is lush and expressive, and the simple strings, piano lines, and winds that run throughout add a poignant and absolutely beautiful backdrop.  Snap it up while it's free.

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    Note: Cross posted from EntertainmentNutz.

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    NFL Computerized Game Predictor: Week 4

    image We enter week 4 with just three undefeated teams, two of those could have their first loss this weekend leaving only the Chiefs standing. Are we in some kind of an alternate universe here. The Bears should have their hands full on the road against a Giants team that is capable of ending their run and the Steelers get the Ravens tough defense to contend with, and remember they are still starting a fourth string quarterback. No matter the record, there is a reason why Batch is where he is on the depth chart. The predictor says they will both win and cover, but these are the predictor traps early in the season with an undefeated record, the predictor may be putting too much credence in Batch and company so I would be very careful with those games.  The matchups this weekend just get better with Vick facing off against McNabb in Donovan’s Philly homecoming. We end the week with a fantastic Monday night game where the Phins are favored by a point against the Patriots. In a big game, we cant bet against Brady and the predictor agrees although just barely. Scroll down for the complete picks.

    Last Weeks Record: 9-7 Straight Up 9-7 ATS (+82.50) (3/4 play) week 3
    Year to Date: 18-14 Straight Up 19-13 ATS (+232.50 Net)

    This is our fifth year and our overall record now stands at 657-384 (63.11%) Straight Up / 573-468. (55.04%) ATS Our total win based on 1 unit ($100.00): +$5590.00

    Week four is our first full week of play as the numbers are coming together starting about now as the predictor takes a few weeks to get all the statistical data in place and the teams start to play with some sort of consistency. Remember we do this for fun, so take it for what it is worth, especially early in the season. Remember we live in Nevada so it is legal for us to bet. If you live elsewhere this is just for giggles.

    This Weeks Complete Game Predictions

    Friday, October 1, 2010

    Viral: The authorized Social Network movie

    In Zuckerberg, everything's coming up Mark! Girls love him, his enemies admit that they're stupid and that their lawsuits against him are fraudulent, and he takes personal phone calls from the president. Oh, and he's also basically James Bond.

    The real-life Zuckerberg says he has no plans to see The Social Network but he'd probably change his mind if Babelgum's parody were the real trailer.

    Note: Cross posted from nutzworld.com.

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    Site of the Day: College Radio Map

    Today's site is a map and streaming playlist of the best non-commercial college radio stations in the country. These are generally far superior to the same old commercial stations you are used to.

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    Visit the College Radio Map

    Note: Cross posted from nutzworld.com.

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    Freeware Pick: Disk Investigator 1.5

    image Disk Investigator helps you to discover all that is hidden on your computer hard disk. It can also help you to recover lost data. Display the true drive contents by bypassing the operating system and directly reading the raw drive sectors. View and search raw directories, files, clusters, and system sectors. Verify the effectiveness of file and disk wiping programs. Undelete previously deleted files.

    Note: Cross posted from ComputerNutz.

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    Tech News Today

    HP opens its checkbook for Apotheker
    The new chief executive gets a hefty signing bonus and a sizable check to cover his moving costs from France to the U.S.

    Cell phones measure emotions
    Researchers are using cell phones to measure emotions. Speech-recognition and sensors track the user's mood. A timeline of emotional responses to situations and the environment is created. Psychologists can use this information for further study.

    New Internet bill changed after opposition
    The Senate modified a recently introduced Internet bill. It originally gave the government power to shut down copyright-infringing Web sites. Eighty-seven Internet founders expressed concern. The Senate added an amendment to nullify that power

    Blackberries: Not protected by encryption any more
    A Russian passcode-breaker firm exploits a weakness in RIM's encryption to crack open backups with a Phone Password Breaker that was previously limited to Apple mobile devices

     Ford Mustang Convertible Breast Cancer Charity Bear
    Help Us Defeat
    Breast Cancer!

    Super Hi-Vision coming soon
    A Japanese broadcast company successfully tested its Super Hi-Vision camera. The system has four times the resolution of current high-definition cameras. It is slated to be used for stadium displays at the 2012 Olympics. Home use is scheduled for 2020.

    Mobile woes slice Ballmer's bonus in half
    The Kin phone was a flop, which put a hurt on the Microsoft's CEO bonus check--that, along with shortcomings in tackling "new form factors" as the iPad conquered the tablet market

    Windows 7: The Top 10 Hidden Features
    Microsoft's Windows 7 is a good OS with plenty of helpful features. Of course, not all the good stuff is visible on the surface. Some of it is hidden; all you need to know is where to find it. That's where PCMag comes in. Let's go digging.

    Google adds Antarctica to Street View
    Google is rolling out new Street View content for Google Maps. Images from Brazil, Ireland and Antarctica are now available. Google now has Street View information for every continent. And it is continuing to expand in populated regions

    iPad vs. BlackBerry PlayBook: Let the Tablet Battle Begin
    The upcoming PlayBook tablet, RIM's BlackBerry-themed iPad competitor, is aimed first and foremost at the enterprise market. But given RIM's recent focus on consumers--as evidenced by the BlackBerry Torch 9800 and BlackBerry 6 OS--it wouldn't be too far a stretch to assume the company has designs on the consumer tablet market as well.

    Note: Cross posted from nutzworld.com.

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    Viral Video: Chicken Fried Lady!

    JellyD (also known as Andrew Bancroft) is back with another hilarious and actually musically fantastic video.

    Note: Cross posted from nutzworld.com.

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