I watched an interesting video podcast today that told me more about the next amazing camera I am going to purchase. I already have a fantastic Sony mirror-less DSLR, and a Nikon DSLR…and my iPhone 5 which is also very good. But this amazing camera takes fantastic photos, incredible panoramas, regular and slow motion video and more. If I had any doubts about buying this camera, they were erased today. I was blown away with the quality.
So what is it? Why it’s the iPhone 6+. According to one tech journalist who spent a couple of long days trying it out, the picture quality is far superior to any of the iPhone 5 cameras. That is high praise indeed. I gotta get me one of those!!!
Last time, I told you the credible rumor that Apple will hold a big event on 10/16. It is now a fact. It is a week from today and you can bet that my Thursday edition will cover it in full.
The reports from people using the technical preview version of Windows 10 continues to be good to excellent. And they have not seen most of it yet. Much more to come. Too bad we have to wait 9 months before it is finished and available. You can sign up get the tech preview if don’t want to wait, but you should only use it on a spare computer.
Last week I told you how the NFL has banned players wearing headphones other than Bose while on camera. Well, on Sunday, a player wore a pair of Beats headphone to his press conference. He was fined $10,000 by the NFL. Ridiculous! Two other players who committed dirty hits on opponents were only fine $8,000. What is really stupid about this, besides the obvious, is that Bose headphones are far superior to Beats. Money rules!
And speaking of football and money, I loved the story of the Michigan students who marched en mass to the home of the University President. They were not demanding the firing of the coach (that will probably happen at the end of this season), but rather the corporatization of college football. They feel Michigan football has forgotten that the game is for the students and fans, not the big money interests. Hooray for them!
And once again speaking of big money, what happens when giant telecommunication companies are given monopolies on broadband Internet connections? Why America comes in #14 ranked in the world in Internet speeds. No competition means we are standing still. We should be #1. See story #1.
So lets move forward with the rest of the tech news and tips for this day. Hope you have a great weekend. -JRC
Tech News and Opinions
U.S. Broadband Speed Ranking: We're No. 14! We're No. 14!
Akamai’s "State of the Internet" report for the first quarter of 2014 revealed a sorry fact: Compared to other nations, the United States can’t cut the mustard when it comes to broadband speeds. This is a national disgrace!
Apple invites media for October 16 event: New iPads, Yosemite, Apple Pay on deck
Apple has a little more to share after its iPhone launch in September. We're expecting the final bits that complete the company's next-generation of products, and more.
Windows 10 hack confirms desktop notification center
Notifications have become a key feature on other operating systems such as iOS, Android and Mac OS X, and it's one area where Microsoft is behind. In Windows 8, notifications only appear as one-time pop-ups. It seems likely that this will change as Microsoft continues its operating system overhaul with Windows 10.
Microsoft Research leaves Silicon Valley
There was a time when Microsoft was a monopoly and would throw together a team to build a product specifically to compete in a newly realized software market, but those days are over.
Coming this holiday to Best Buy and Target: The internet of things
The stores will contain more than 100 smart home products, including the Peq hub, Nest and Honeywell thermostats, Dropcam cameras, Hue lights and many other brands large and small.
Computer Tips and Tricks
6 Great Windows 10 Features You Can Get Today on Windows 7 or 8
Windows 10 contains some great new features. if you’re a Windows 8 user, you may be tempted to upgrade just to have your desktop work better. But you can get many of Windows 10′s features without upgrading.
Automate your morning programs with Windows Task Scheduler
One of the best parts of owning a PC isn't downloading videos, sending email, or playing games. If you ask me, the best tool for your computer is automation. Get it to do some of the mundane things you need to get done in the day or that make your work life just a little bit easier.
Three free tools that reveal your PC's deepest details (including product keys)
Sometimes you need to dive deep and really find out nitty-gritty details about what's going on inside your computer, most often to aid with troubleshooting efforts or determine whether or not its time to upgrade your hardware
How to stop autoloading programs in Windows 7 and Windows 8
Most Windows PCs load way too many programs at boot time. These definitely slow the boot process. Some remain running and can slow Windows. And some may cause conflicts and instability, although that’s rare.
Understanding Windows 7 Startup
The goal of this article is to make Windows startup more easily understood by the average user. This article will be most useful to confident users because it provides clarity and detail that is quite difficult to find elsewhere.
Mobile Computing
Microsoft debuts Xim photo-sharing app
Microsoft Research's FUSE Labs has built a free app that allows users to share photos across devices in a Snapchat-like way. Currently only for Android and Windows phones. iOS supposedly coming soon.
Awesome new Google Now feature helps you keep track of your bills
Google is expanding its bill reminder chops in Google Now with a handy new feature. Whenever you want to see which bills you've paid or need to pay, you can just call up Google Now on your phone or tablet by saying "OK Google" and then say "show me my bills" or "my bills due this week.
5 ways to take charge of your smartphone's home screen
If the only change you’ve made to your iPhone or Android phone’s home screen is to swap out the wallpaper and rearrange a few icons, you’ve barely scratched the surface of what’s possible.
8 Apps That Save You Money On Your Groceries
Here is a list of many apps that not only tell you where to find savings, but actually pay you back for buying groceries, including staples like milk and bread.
Does Your iPhone 6 Really Need a Screen Protector?
So essentially, your iPhone 6′s display already comes with a screen protector of sorts, but many users feel that they need that extra protection for added piece-of-mind. But do you really need one?
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