Thursday, March 8, 2007

StarBuck's Free Coffee Next Week


Starbucks across the country will be giving away a free 12 oz or "tall" cup of coffee next Thursday, March 15th, from 10am to noon.

Microsoft Aims to Replace JPEG Format


Microsoft is aiming to offer a higher-quality alternative to JPEG, saying Thursday that it planned to standardize its HD Photo graphics format. The new format is said to offer better quality, less data loss, and advanced functionality....Story Here

Google Makes Picasa More Like Flickr















Google on Thursday rolled out a new version of its Picasa Web Albums service, which enables users to upload their photos free of charge. While the service previously focused on private use, the update brings new community features like those offered by Yahoo's Flickr.

A search function now enables users to search for and browse photos from any public photo album. In addition, photos can be more easily linked within e-mails, IMs and Web sites. Storage space has also been increased for users of the free service, who can now upload up to 1GB worth of photos. Those needing more space can pay an annual fee for up to 250GB.


300 R rated trailer for adults only




Only 2 mins 30 secs not 5 mins.

Kodak Revolutionizes the Inkjet Industry


















New Line of All-In-One Inkjet Printers Produces Durable,
High-Quality Documents and Photos; Low-Cost Premium Inks
Save Customers up to 50 Percent on Everything They Print.

Mini Review Here
Release Date: March 2007 at Best Buy

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 Review, February 2007



















Major changes / improvements over FZ7

  • 7.38 megapixel sensor
  • Venus III processor
  • Raw mode (SILKYPIX Developer Studio included)
  • Higher resolution screen
  • Larger, higher resolution electronic viewfinder
  • Manually selectable ISO 800 and 1250
  • A handful of new scene modes including an ISO 3200 High Sensitivity option
  • SDHC support and 27MB built-in memory
  • Minor feature and interface tweaks
Full Review Here

Comcast Tech Bullies Customer for Cash, Breaks His Hard Drive, Drills Huge Holes In Walls And Baseboards


Jason ordered something very simple from Comcast. He wanted cable service, internet, and a router. He wanted the internet hooked up to several computers. He wanted two regular cable boxes and one DVR. He wanted wall jacks installed in his home. Comcast, last we checked, offered all of these services. So why did Comcast's installer show up without a router asking for $115.80 in cash?...Story Here