Tech analysts guessed that as soon as Microsoft announced unlimited storage for their Office 365 customers that others would follow. Now, Amazon is on the bandwagon…at least for photos. Let’s see if Google and Apple follow soon.
There are catches for both company’s unlimited storage. For Microsoft, you have to be a Office 365 customer, which costs as low as $6.95 per month. But that is a really good deal if you are an Office user such as myself. Hint: you can get a 5 license Office 365 for $10 a month. I gave two licenses to my son and I kept 3. Each of us has unlimited cloud storage now. PS: Office 365 includes full versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook and Access.
The catch for Amazon’s new offer is that it only applies to photos and you have to be a Prime Member. I have been a Prime member for a few years and I like the benefits of it. Prime folks can now store unlimited photos of every kind (yes, including RAW). For non-photos, their normal storage fees apply (the first 5 GB is free).
I noticed today that Apple’s iCloud app for browsers finally includes your photos, if you choose to store them there (it must be activated on your iPhone or iPad). I always wondered why they didn’t do this sooner. But I still think Apple’s iCloud is a poor step-sister to other cloud storage companies.
Lots of good info again today, so be sure to read what I’ve selected for your edification and enlightenment. -JRC
Tech News and Opinions
Amazon Prime customers now get unlimited cloud storage for photos
It's good to have your photos in more than one place, and cloud storage is pretty cheap (or free) almost anywhere you look these days.
Google has 'outgrown' its 14-year old mission statement, says Larry Page
Google’s chief executive says that the company “probably does need” a new statement about its corporate ambitions, but is in uncharted territory and ‘trying to figure it out’
Windows 10 is 'Windows for the masses'
Microsoft isn't building Windows 10 specifically with you or me in mind. Microsoft is building it to cater for the billion or so people out there using PCs that aren't touch-enabled and who just want to get their job done.
Windows 8 finally comes of age as XP’s market share plunge
In case you were wondering, this means Windows 8/8.1 is now officially more successful than Vista, which is usually the yardstick for bad or failed Windows OSes.
You'll Never Not Know What To Watch On Netflix Again
What Is On Netflix is about to seriously streamline your selection process. The site lists streamables, ranked in descending order based on their respective Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB scores. Yay!
Computer Tips and Tricks
Make Chrome's New Tab page beautiful and more productive with these extensions
Browser aesthetics are pretty clearly defined, with not a whole lot to improve—except when it comes to Chrome's New Tab page.
Google is revamping bookmarks in Chrome with a new extension
Your existing collection of links will be automatically grouped into to folders, and when you add a new item (by hitting the familiar star button as you browse), Google will suggest folders to help you organize your links as well.
The Internet Archive Now Lets You Play 900+ Classic Arcade Games In Your Browser
This weekend, the Internet Archive introduced a whole new category of throwback computing: The Internet Arcade. 900+ classic arcade games, no quarters required.
How To Use Evernote: The Unofficial Manual
There are so many advantages to Evernote. But basically it all comes down to this: we are all becoming digital packrats...and Evernote will help you keep organized.
Using Your Router for (Very) Basic Home Network Family Safety
Most people probably don’t think of themselves as an “administrator” but if you have computers all using the same access point, then that’s what you are. It’s important to understand how to ensure the safety of children using computers on your network.
Mobile Computing
How to Organize Photos on Your iDevice
Instead of searching endlessly for one photo, you can organize all the photos in your Camera Roll by creating Albums.
Top Things iPhone 5 Users Should Know About iOS 8.1
Almost two weeks ago, Apple has released a second major update for their iOS 8 named iOS 8.1. The new update comes with new features and, of course, bug fixes that needed to be fixed on the iOS 8.
How to Record a Phone Call or Voice Chat From Your Computer or Smartphone
You don’t need any specialized hardware to record a phone call, Skype conversation, or any sort of other voice chat. All you need is the right software and a few minutes setting it up ahead of time.
Get Gmail 5.0 for Android right now
Anticipating the Material makeover for one of Google's most beloved apps? The wait is over, and here's how to get a copy for your Android device.
Flipboard undergoes major redesign, launches curated daily news section
News magazine app Flipboard picked up a major update today, which brings forth a new design as well as the addition of over 30,000 topics. Also new is a curated daily news magazine called The Daily Edition, which features a list of general news stories from a variety of categories.
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