Octo-mother USB Charger

Looking for a phone charger to work with all of the current phones on the current market. For the price, you can't beat it. I just hope one day they'll finalize on one phone charger.

Vmware Vcenter Converter

Convert physical machines to virtual machines in minutes without rebooting. This is a must have for disaster recovery. In the long run it will save you time and money.
And if you haven't done your homework on Vmware. Let's just say this is the software that's going to replace all those IT technicians in the future.

Pocket Safe USB Drive

This was thinking out of the box. Now you have a personal USB drive safe that you need to enter a code in order for you to access your files. I just hope you don't forget that code.

Free X-Mas Mp3's from Amazon

This year download free Christmas MP3's from Amazon.com. All you have to do is click on the link each day and download a free Mp3. If you just want the MP3, just skip the Amazon MP3 Installer and download the MP3 directly afterwards. An Amazon.com account is needed to download these wonderful Christmas songs.

Popup Peeper

Need an email notifier when your mail comes in from multiple accounts. This software does the trick and works with twenty email clients.

Email Software Screenshot

PQI Cool Drive

Want to transfer files using a USB cable / thumb drive. This device can do both via USB. In one way it connects like a network cable, transfer rates are about 21 mbs. Or you can use it as a flash drive to transfer files to another computer.

Free Internet TV

Looking for free Internet Television. It's not going to be cheap. But if you add up the savings in the long run, then your always going to be ahead.

Chrome OS

Now you can install Google Chrome OS on a USB stick and test to see if you like the current operating system. It's worth to try and here is the link below.

Link

Blackberry App Store

It's similar to Apple's iTune store in which Blackberry user's can pay, download and install Blackberry applications. If things goes well, this store could finalize future Blackberry applications.

ISP that refuse Gov't funding

There's no secret why these companies are refusing government funding. The main reason is that they are profiting from broadband services and want government regulation out of it. If they later on decide to take the government money. It's just going to be a catch 22 later on.

Play DOS Games Now

If your in need of wanting to play old DOS games here is your fix. Install Dosbox and get ready to play all your favorite DOS games.
You'll be amazed on how many titles are now DRM free.

Travel the World for Free

I don't know how reliable this website really is. But if anyone does get to Travel for free this year, I would like to know.
Take your choice, worse scenario you need a plane ticket back home.

Blackberry Music

Looking for free music for your Blackberry. The following services have limits are you can hear music for free. You decide.

Pandora Limit to 40 hours of free music a month
Slacker Over 100 stations
Flycast Over 1000 stations free but with ads
Handmark Can listen to iTunes playlist
MediaSync Uses your computer to add MP3's to your Blackberry

Google Caffeine

It's a new generation of Google and they want the public's feed back. Give it a try and tell them what they like between the old and the new Google search.

New Google Search

New use for Text Messages

If everything works out in Iowa, you could see a national 911 emergency text message service coming to a city near you. It makes sense and it will probably one day save your life.

National ID

While the United States prepare for a national identification card. They must be aware of UK's recent problem. How the UK spent billions on a card to be hacked in just twelve minutes by a phone and a laptop.

Get Ready for Torrent Online Storage

This has long been overdue and it makes sense. At least you will not be penalized for excess bandwidth speed. I am just wondering how fast will it take to download?

Thumbnail Reader

Tiny card reader is so small that you'll probably confuse it with a thumbnail.

Can't Remove Adobe

If you have an old version of Adobe and for some reason can't remove it because the files are corrupt. Here is a great fix. Do either a google search online to download the version your trying to remove and install the software again and uninstall it. That should do the trick.

No Fee Apartments

Here is a new website to find a no fee apartment in you area. Unfortunately it's only works for NYC residents.

$300- D-Link Router

No router has yet to match this D-Link router. It's a new router in it's 1st generation. You can connect wirelessly, display photos, install widgets, do direct bitTorrent downloads, listen to iTunes streaming, attach a network storage device, and use it as a print server. Although pricey, it sure has a lot of extras.

Run XP on a USB drive

Need to run Windows XP on your computer, but don't want to reformat your hard drive to install an operating system that others now are not using. This is where MyPocketXP becomes beneficial. Your not only capable of running the operating system via USB but you can also save it's settings. No need to worry about viruses because it's a virtual operating system. There are so many uses for this that I can go on for days. But the best thing about it is that it's portable.




More Informational links
http://chris.pirillo.com/how-to-run-windows-xp-on-a-usb-drive/Chris Pirillo
Youtube Overview

The Wedding Processional

Yes I didn't spell it wrong. This couple not only gave their vows but made a hit on Youtube. Go figure their excitement to be so popular.

Kindle 1984 Deleted By Amazon

This is an interesting article regarding the Amazon Kindle product and it's current software in circulation. If you own Kindle have have books stored on them, it doesn't mean that it still your property. And like in the article, Amazon can anytime get access to delete any books it seems inappropriate. So the next time you go out to buy an Amazon Kindle reader ask yourself this.
Do you want a ebook reader manufacture to have rights to control what you can read?

Google Maps for Blackberry

Have a Blackberry and don't have a GPS Navigator service plan to go with your phone. Install Google Maps and let Google navigate for you. It's not premium service but it's close enough.

Free BlackBerry Applications

Who doesn't love freebies. Every time I see free applications, I just can't resist to try them. Why not since it's Free.

Mimo USB Monitor

This is the first USB powered Monitor to deliver decent video quality. It has so many functions and is powered by mini USB. Not a bad deal if you can find some use for it.

Cell Phone Sniffer for Prisoners

Prisons are now using software to sniff out cell phone signals. It's their new battle to stop communications among active convicts who still have influence in the outside world. We will see in the years to come how affective this software will become.

Remote Access

Ever since remote access has been around. Things have changed for the IT and the regular home user. Today everyone can use remote access on almost everything. If your shopping around for remote access, here are a few web sites to begin.

Links
Cisco WebEx
Bomgar
GoToMyPC
Dell Connect
GoTo Assist

My Favorite site is still LogMeIn

Movies on Flash

This is another confirmed reports that movies are going on flash. I would like to see how they are going to copyright these movies using flash storage.

Disney Movies on MicroSD

It's about time and I hope that the fever catches on. It's simple, easy to use and makes it practical to want to buy. With DVD's and Blue Ray Disc's on their way out, the only alternative that makes sense is using MicroSD cards.

Youtube working on 3D Video

Youtube is working on 3D video and if it catches on, lets just say that they will be far ahead of it's competitors. Now wouldn't it be nice to watch all those wacky videos in 3D.

Take a peek at some 3D's
Cat
The Simpsons
Etc

ZAR - File Recovery

The light version is free, lets you recover only the 4 major folders. If you need to recover sub folders your going to have to dish out fifty dollars for the full version. But with each version you'll be able to recover from a failed hard drive that has been formatted.

Note
works great with fat 16, fat 32, NTFS, Windows 2000, XP Vista, and Windows Server 2003

Computer Hardware Chart

Don't wait until the last minute to get your hands on this dandy chart. If I were you I would download it today to have on file for the future. You never know when your going to need it.
If your too late then now you'll have to Buy it.

Kingston 256gig Flash Drive

If your looking online for this item, good luck. Because it's not sold in the USA yet. The reason for this could be because it's worth about $800- and at $3.10 a gig, who would want to spend the money to buy such an item.

Windows 7 USB bootable tool

Recently purchased Windows 7 from the Microsoft online store and now need to make this ISO bootable to work with a USB drive. All you need is the new Microsoft USB bootable ISO software to do your conversion. Follow the instructions carefully and you'll be up and running in no time.

ISO Tool

Blackberry Storm Update v5.0

If you haven't done so, I will suggest you do it. I wish Blackberry Storm had this update sooner, so that I wouldn't have to go crazy trying to figure out why my phone was bugging.
If your upgrading figure to spend at least an hour and a half for the upgrading process to be complete.

Fight Against ATM's

In South Africa ATM's are taking a bite out of crime by banks installing anti-tamper proof devices. If you tamper with the ATM machine's it fights back pepper spraying you. Hopefully this will prevent future attacks on ATM machines.

MioNet

Have a Western Digital Hard Drive and want to access it's files everywhere. This software makes things very simple. The premium service is a little pricey but it does give you secure private access.

McAfee Beta

Need a good reliable antivirus software but want it free. Here is another way that you can benefit from Beta. It's experimental so it can be buggy. But it benefits in having the latest protection against virus threats in cyberspace.

Google Wave

A new type of communication service is coming out by the end of this year to help you get organized. You'll be able to communicate, view your favorite videos, maps, share pictures and do much more. Sign up and get ready for a new type of internet experience.

Majic Folder

Want a folder to sort files automatically based on extension. This utility software does the trick but it's only works with Vista and Windows 7.

Backup Google Chrome Bookmarks

I've been waiting for this fix for a while because at first Google Chrome only let you just import bookmarks. Now you can at least export them too. Just follow these easy instructions and don't forget to backup your bookmarks.

Make your PC look like a MAC

If you enjoy MAC applications and wish you could have them in Windows. Well it's possible with the help of two wonderful programs. Your PC will emulate the MAC OS X's desktop features without disabling any Window functions. Download and install them today.

Links
RocketDock
Insentient

Microsoft VP reply on the Google OS

It's a very interesting article on what approach Microsoft has on Google's new operating system. Microsoft see no threat because they are the leaders in Office and main operating system products. Google is just adding decoys to confuse it's competitors.

Windows 7 USB installer is Here

Like they promised, Microsoft did indeed ship Windows 7 via USB installer. Now let's see how good it's copyright protection is?

The Next VCR Tape

Yes the next VCR tape will be a flash drive. Like if we didn't know that this was coming. If you think about it, it makes sense. It's portable, light weight and it has no moving parts. With an endless shelf life of memories to save.

Samsung 1.8" Drive

Samsung keeps on pushing the limits to make it's drive bigger and better. This results in less power usage with quicker and faster results. It's only a matter of time before these small drives reach 1 tb.

Google New Operating System

Next year if Google is able to produce it's new open source operating system. Google could be the new Microsoft on the block. It will be a difficult task, but all that have to prove is that it can be done. Stay tuned.

Media Monkey

Need to organize your music library. This software will get you organized and entertain your guests. It even syncs with iPhone, iPods and most MP3 players.

ArcthemAll

Never be left out in the dark knowing that your zip utility can zip just one format. Now you'll be able to convert a zip file into 72 different formats instead of just one.

Windows 7 Upgrade for $100-

If your looking for Windows 7 Upgrade bargain, your best bet is to pre-order it with Amazon and only pay just $100-. (reg. retail price is $199.00) It beats paying the full price.

Amazon

Free 3 Credit Reports

This website guarantees three in one service. It gives you three credit reports with three credit scores for free. It's about time.

Windows 7 for $30-

Yes you can get Windows 7 for $30 dollars and even though it's just an upgrade, it's better than buying than paying for the full price. The only catch is that you must have a school email address. So hurry up, because no one knows how long this offer is going to last.

Excellent Firefox Add on's

Pdfit
Here's a great add on for FireFox to convert a page to PDF format.
PDF Link

Browser Background
This add on changes the background of your FireFox browser.
Background Link

Crop Web Images
This add on helps you crop web images from your browser.
Crop Images Link

Capture Fox - Makes Video Screen Shots
This is a great way to view step by step instructions on installations and computer tips.
Capture Fox Link

Juice
Search better online with a Juice. It helps you search more content than you are already used to.
Juice Link

Windows shorts Vista Ultimate Users

It's old news that Windows sold short to it's Vista Ultimate Users. They promised this and that and in the end because of the new operating system Windows 7. Microsoft decided to look the other way and incorporate it on the next version of Windows.
My theory is that if it doesn't already come with it, forget it and you should have known better.

HJ Split

Need to join or split files. This multi-platform freeware does the job so easily that you wish you used it early.

Microsoft Planning Toolkit Beta

Need to upgrade to Windows 7 or Windows 2008 Server edition. Before you go for the upgrade make sure that your hardware is going to work. This is where the Microsoft Planning Toolkit Beta software comes in play. It helps IT professionals to see if hardware, peripherals and applications still work. It always pays to plan ahead.

Outlet Wall

It seems sort of ironic but in this day in age it makes sense. Just think about it. You can plug the outlet anywhere it looks good.

Comcast Hi Speed to go WiMax

Get ready for Comcast Hi Speed Wireless service. It's not going to be cheap but it guarantees that you'll be connected where ever you go. If your city is not yet mentioned stay tune until it is.

Google Voice

Google Voice is coming soon and when it does get ready for a new type of online voice mail service. One number to reach you where ever you go. For a better explanation what Google Voice is, watch the video.

Google Voice

Sony PSP Phone

Let's just say if Sony does have it's way Cell Phones gaming will go to the next level. Now parents will have no excuse not to buy their children PSP cell phones. It's like getting two for the price of one.

Activate Windows 7 for 120 Days

It's true that you can extend the Window's license in any version for 120 days. The trick is to do this right at the end of thirty days from the first day you install Windows 7.
All you have to do is invoke the slmgr -rearm command and your done. But this command only works 3 times and then your forced to buy the license or install another operating system.
Now at least you have time to evaluate the software for a total of 120 days.

Windows 7 to ship via USB

Why not ship Windows 7 via USB key. If this does occur this year. This will be a new market strategy for new PC users and laptop owners to upgrade their current systems to Windows 7 using a USB key.

The New Playstation * Fun *

If you have a Playstation 360 get ready for the new Playstation. Is has everything you can imagine and it's virtual reality. This is a must to check out.

SnagIt 7.2.5 for Free

Here is a freebie for all you SnagIt users. SnagIt is the number one choice for screen capturing software. It's a great utility to use when you need to print something on your screen that can't be easily captured. Download the free copy as soon as possible. These freebies don't always last that long.


Download Link

Share your Firefox Add on's

Have FireFox Add - ons that you want to share with others. Try this viewing add on software and share your specialized add on files with family and friends, so that can do what you do.

Directions
Once the software is installed all you have to do is add them to your shared folder via login at addons.mozilla.org and others now can subscribe to your add on pack.

Bittorent Anonomos

Want to download anonomos files using bittorent. No need to worry as long as you have the new bittorent software. Only the central tracker know's who's downloading what. You don't even get to see how many seeds your connected to. Your privacy is our concern.

Download Link

The IKEA WiFi Strainer

If your bored around the house and need a new project for yourself. Try making the IKEA WiFi Strainer. It's a pretty cool gadget that promises to get you a better signal. Who knew that a strainer was a good WiFi booster.

1 TB HDD Performance Specs

Need to purchase a 1 TB HDD hard drive and instead of price your more concern about it's performance. Here are the results for transfer rate. I just hope now they don't increase their prices.

Microsoft Security Essentials

By now this software should be out of beta and ready for the real world again. It's Microsoft's second try on developing an antivirus and security software. Let's see how long this one will hold.


Microsoft Direct Link

McAfee Online Scanner

Don't have an Antivirus software installed on your computer and your think you have a Virus. Here is an easy way to scan your computer if you have a Virus without installing anything.

Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor

Is your computer ready for Windows 7? Here is Microsoft's Upgrade Advisor link to check to see if your computer is capable of upgrading to Windows 7.

Kindle DX goes after Newspapers

If everything goes right the new Kindle DX will be larger than the current Kindle 2 and it will be the first reader aimed on going after Newspapers and textbooks. This will open many more doors for Kindle DX and for it's current subscribers.

Sharing Files Online

Here is a new technique to share files online. You turn the file into a web page so that users can easily download these files. What make this site different than other sites is that you can preview the file and get file stats information before you download so that you don't waste your time downloading something you can't use.

Link
File2.ws

Sample file download
Energizer USB charger Software

Wiz Mouse

This handy software make your wheel mouse operate the way it should. Your mouse will scroll without you having to click on the window. Using a wiz mouse changes the way you use a mouse.

Google Reader on your Desktop

If you haven't check out Google RSS reader your missing out on Google best. You sign up, add your favorite RSS web sites and let Google do the rest because everything is web based. I've used other sites like FeedBlitz but it later came with a price. My theory is why pay for something that you can get for free. And this is why Google Reader is still my number one choice. Check it out and you will not be disappointed.

Asus Keyboard with Video

This is a pretty nice keyboard from Asus with a five inch touchscreen. I will assume that Asus is trying to catch everyone's attention by making unique Media Players.
I am just going to wait and see what comes next.

Slipstream Updates for Office 2007

If your running Office 2007, this would be a great time to Slipstream it's Updates so that you have always a current copy of Office 2007 on hand and ready when you need it.
The instructions to Slipstream are pretty simple and are worth while if your computer one day decides to crash. Be always prepared and slipstream your updates today.

Windows 7 Release date

The Windows 7 Release date is set for October 22. I just hope that Microsoft doesn't decide to change that date.
What's great about it is that it's near the Holidays so it would be a great time to buy. If your currently running Vista, your better off just holding off and wait until prices drop.

IE 8 changes download to six

When compared to previous version of Internet Explorer the normal standard download limit was set to two. With Internet Explorer 8 it changes the limit to six. So now you can have more than two multiple downloads downloading at the same time. Great fix from Microsoft, but it should have been done a long time ago.

Here also you can find the registry fix to correct this. Just backup your registry and be very careful.

Apple iPhone 3.0 Upgrade

iPhone user's who purchase the recent new iPhone have some great new features that have been added. If you are a current iPhone user, all you have to do is a software update to get the same features. For now the update makes more sense than the upgrade.

Update Help

Cheap Solar Cells

These new organic solar cells will change the way we use energy. They can be easily shaped and are so inexpensive that in a few more years you'll be seeing them almost every where. This is just the beginning.

Nokia Self Charging Phone

Get ready for the new Nokia's self charging cell phone. This cell phone charges via ambient radio waves. Only time will tell if this new technology is going to work with our daily lives.

Use Video as a Cell Phone Ring Tone

Pretty simple software to use to have a video as a ring tone for your cell phone. This is a new concept and it does make sense if you have the space. Check it out and enjoy.

Link Vringo

Ping Pong Lover * Fun *

If your a Ping Pong Lover here is a great way to add Ping Pong via Mozzila. It's a quick Add on Extension and your off.

Correct IE 7 to save Passwords

This is a registry hack and you must be careful.
With compliments from watchinthenet.com


1. Close Internet Explorer

2. Click on Start / Run… and in the run field type regedit (you will need to have administrator rights to edit the registry)

3. Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\IntelliForms\Storage2

4. In the left window pane, select the Storage2 key, then from the menu, select File / Export and save the key to your Desktop with the File Name: oldstorage.reg

5. In the right window pane select all values (except for Default) then press Delete and select Yes to confirm value delete. Minimize Regedit.

6. Open Internet Explorer and visit the web site whose password you want to save. When Internet Explorer asks if it should remember your password, answer Yes

7. Logout of site and close Internet Explorer

8. Return to Regedit and press F5 to refresh the list. Now, select the Storage2 key, then from the menu, select File / Export and save the key to your Desktop with the File Name: newstorage.reg

9. Select the Storage2 key again, then from the menu, select File / Import and select the oldstorage.reg file (from the Desktop), and click Open to merge the data back into the registry. Click OK to acknowledge merge was successful.

10. Select the Storage2 key again, then from the menu, select File / Import and select the newstorage.reg file (from the Desktop), and click Open to merge the data back into the registry. Click OK to acknowledge merge was successful.

11. Close regedit.

Also if you don't want to loose your old password then view this link to merge old passwords with new passwords.

Mozilla RegEdit Add On

This is a great Add On software for Mozilla user's who need to easily access the registry key on demand.

Add On

Amazing Flashlight

Although pricey it only takes ninety seconds to stay charge for ninety minutes. It claims that it will recharge 50k times before it needs to be replaced. So when you do the math, it might just make sense.

Tethering via iPhone

This is a quick site to learn how to enable Tethering via iPhone 3.0. The setup is simple by downloading a carrier string and running the terminal command string as follows:

defaults write com.apple.iTunes carrier-testing -bool TRUE


Browsing should be then be minutes away.

My Hours

If you do some consulting work where hours are involved this website can help you keep track of them with their time management software. The web based application is portable and can be accessed any where. Obtaining a personal account is free for now and for business accounts, you'll eventually have to pay.

Rerun Check

Watching a television program and always want to know if the next episode is a rerun. This site will let you know in advance by sending you email reminders of reruns.

Defraggler

Hate Windows Defragmentation software. This software will beat Windows built in software by doing it faster.

Web Site Bugs

Afraid of web sites that contain bugs that monitor or affect your web browsing. These software add on are an excellent source to find these little critters. They tell you what these bugs are doing and monitors your computer. Take control of security while browsing.

Links
Ghostery
CS Fire Monitoring
Osmos

Installing a Flash Drive Hard Drive

Yes in the real world their are people who still don't understand this. And hopefully this video will help you understand what you should be looking for on My Computer, when you plug in a flash drive.

Direction:
If you following everything right. A drive should appear in the My Computer box and the drive letter is your portable drive. Just copy or paste, drag or drop files to this hard drive and now those files are portable.

ActiveX Fix

Here's a security fix tip, to stop the Active X problem along with the annoying pop up. Follow the video carefully and your Active X problem will disappear.

Screen Toaster

Want to record whats on your computer to show others how to do it. Screen Toaster makes it simple to record by press ALT S, when you start and stop. And once you upload the file online, you later download it to your computer to show others.

Send Future Emails

A great service to use when you want you email sent sometime in the future. Works great with most email clients. Excellent way to send Birthday Greetings always on time.

Online PDF Creator

Need to create PDF files but don't want to install anything onto your computer. This site is great for creating PDF documents when your on the move.

Buffalo USB Power Strip

Here is an excellent way to use a USB port efficiently. There is no need to always leave it on. I am just wondering if it does makes a difference.