Every once in a while, I like to plug one of my favorite iPhone or iPad apps. The one I’m plugging today is most awesome, especially if you have a Windows Media Center. Yes, WINDOWS! Ever thought about how awesome it’d be to run your Windows Media Center on your iPhone, iPad or Android device. Well, you can. And it doesn’t take special software, port forwarding, 15 different configuration files or anything that the novice can’t handle. It’ll only cost you $4.99 for the iPhone or iPad. $6.99 for Android devices. The name of the app is called Splashtop HD. Simply install the app on your iPhone, iPad or Android device, then download the free streamer from the Splashtop web site and you’re well on your way. Installing the streamer on your mac or pc is very easy. Once it’s installed you’ll need to set up a security code (password) and if you want to stream over the internet (WAN), you’ll need a Gmail account. This will allow you to connect to your media center or any other pc from anywhere! I won’t go into great detail about setting up the streamer because it’s pretty much a no brainer. If you have any questions, please feel free to send them my way.
Ok, you have the app installed on your device, you have the streamer (which runs as a service) on your media center pc (or any other pc or mac). So now it’s time to tap away. Open the Splashtop app on your device. [Read more...]
Windows Media Center On Your iPad, iPhone or Android Device
VW e-Bugster Electric Car
This week Volkswagen unveiled its two-seater E-Bugster concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. There are no prizes, I’m afraid, for deducing from the entomological etymology that this is an all-electric variant of the classic VW Beetle. Kudos, though, if you identified that the name betrays the E-Bugster’s shared DNA with the Ragster, VW’s 2005 concept which itself informed the conventional Beetle of today. But enough on the name, let’s take a look at the specs.
Beneath those familiar, svelte curves of the exoskeleton is an 85 kW electric motor which can see the E-Bugster from 0 to 60 mph (96.5 km/h) in a fairly leisurely 10.9 seconds. More importantly, the 28.3 kWh battery is good for an impressive range, VW says, of at least 110 miles (177 km) while it claims that battery can be completely recharged in a mere 35 minutes.
The range is bolstered by a kinetic energy recover system which charges the battery whenever the driver steps off the accelerator (provided the car’s in motion), and more when under braking. The process is visualized on the dash, as are battery state, remaining range, and power use.
[Read more...]
Great App For Low Carb Dieters
Started using this app a few days ago when I started a low carb diet. If you’re unsure about what you should or shouldn’t eat, this app will help you out. Keeps track of your intake of carbs, fat, calories, water, etc. Huge database that includes most brand name items as well as restaurant food information. You can also customize and add your own items. It maintains a food log, exercise log and much more. Very handy to have! Not bad for $2.99. Check out the info below.
[Read more...]
Greenup County Mothman Video Updated For 2012
Test some new software, thought it’d be a good opportunity to update an older video…
What Men Want For Christmas 2011, Day 28
The OnStar system, used to be available only in GM cars, now as a rear-view mirror for any car. It knows when you’ve crashed, auto-connects to an operator. Also can chat with a person at any time – they can send driving directions to the mirror, etc. Cost: OnStar – $200 plus $200 annually.
What Men Want For Christmas 2011, Day 25
Too many remotes scattered everywhere? Simplify now with a universal remote and control all your electronics in a single place. The top rated Logitech Harmony One Universal Remote with Color Touchscreen controls up to 15 components, has a color touchscreen, button backlighting, contoured design, and even a rechargeable lithium battery. Supports over 5,000 electronic devices! Cost: $139.99.
What Men Want For Christmas 2011, Day 22
iPad Turntable! Are you a vinyl-head? Still treasure those old LPs that you have laying around? Wish you could listen to them on the go? Well, now just transfer those songs easily to your iPod or iPhone with the iPod Turntable. Turn your vinyls into mp3s, with or without a computer. Just plug in your iPod/iPhone into the USB port and let your record spin and transfer! Capture the pure LP sound onto your iPod, iPhone or MP3 player with this iPod Turntable. No cable needed – this USB digital turntable transfers directly to the built-in iPod dock. This contemporary, low profile direct to iPod digital turntable is sleek and functional – the protective cover closes over your LP, while keeping the MP3 accessible. Your great heritage playlist is now ready to go anywhere. Cost: $129.99.
