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Nextdoor 21Oct
2013

Nextdoor

I have thought about writing about the new online service called Nextdoor for a while now. I personally set up a 'neighborhood' for my area a while back and have been trying to get it off the ground. But with their...
Freeze Frame

Freeze Frame

18 October 2013
We have talked about storing your photos online here before. There are some great ways to automatically backup your photos using some social networks like Google+ and Facebook, or cloud storage services like Dropbox...
We have talked about storing your photos online here before. There are some great ways to automatically backup your photos using some social networks like Google+ and Facebook, or cloud storage services like Dropbox and iCloud. I use a combinations of iCloud, Google+ and Everpix to make sure everything is securely backed up. With these sites costing me very little (other than some set up time) I have all my bases covered. However, Flickr recently updated their iOS app to allow for ...
Put Down Your Phone!

Put Down Your Phone!

14 October 2013
I am just as guilty as everyone else. Your mind wanders, you grab for your phone to make sure you haven't missed a message, a tweet or an email. When what you are really missing out on is life going on around you....
I am just as guilty as everyone else. Your mind wanders, you grab for your phone to make sure you haven't missed a message, a tweet or an email. When what you are really missing out on is life going on around you. Whether it is dinner with friends or an evening home with family, I catch myself looking at my iPhone more than I should. I read a Lifehacker.com article recently that highlighted a new app aimed at stopping this epidemic. How can an app help you stop looking at your phone all ...
The Art of the Webcam

The Art of the Webcam

16 September 2013
Whether it is an online meeting or talking with loved ones, using a webcam of any type can often prove more difficult than it should. While it has become fairly simple to operate, the results can still be lacking....
Whether it is an online meeting or talking with loved ones, using a webcam of any type can often prove more difficult than it should. While it has become fairly simple to operate, the results can still be lacking. Dark room, messy backgrounds and more can provide the person viewing the video with the a less than desirable experience. A recent PCMag article describes these poor souls as "webcam zombies."  The article provides tips like 'dressing for success' that encourage you to look your ...
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