Monotype Imaging has just released the 14-font Classic Grotesque suite of typefaces. This updated typeface was newly reimagined by Canadian designer Rod McDonald after four years of work. The typeface is an update of Monotype Grotesque, first released in 1926. McDonald was also influenced by an older typeface, Ideal Grotesk. These Monotype Grotesque typefaces were among the first sans serifs cut for hot metal machine typesetting.
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You’ve heard it before: backup, backup, backup. You’ve also heard how you should back up to a bootable clone, using software like Super Duper or Carbon Copy Cloner, and have another backup from which you can retrieve individual files, like Time Machine. Finally, you should also have your files backed up off site.
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The 3 Geeky Ladies take over TechFan! Elisa, Suze´, and Vicki talk about first aid for Macs and iOS devices. Replacing hard drives, how to fix hanging apps and other on an iDevice, and why and how to restore an iDevice are just some of the lively topics. The Ladies also share their feelings about the recently announced Apple products and how the new iMac is like Daniel Craig.
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The Genius WideCam F100 webcam is a excellent device. It brings broad spectrum of versatility to your computer. What I mean by this is that the WideCam F100 has many features that are definitely not built into your typical webcam.
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Following Apple’s recent iPad announcement, there were two big questions that most people had. First, why update the New (now old) iPad? And second, why such a high price on the iPad mini? To answer these questions, we need to take out our crystal ball and gaze into 2013.
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Joby’s ingenious GripTight Micro Stand and GripTight Mount serve a long-unfilled need. Joby makes the popular GorillaPod tripods. These have flexible legs that can securely wrap around and hug tree limbs, railings, lampposts, etc. This permits a camera to be set up out in the wild where a large tripod might be impractical.
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THE APPLE EVENT IS HERE! THE APPLE EVENT IS HERE! Things are going to start happening to me now! Putting aside “The Jerk†quotes for a moment, what can we expect from Tim Cook and his Apple cohorts today? Now with after events comments about all the things Apple got wrong as compared to what I said they would do!
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I was lucky enough to receive the olloclip 3-IN-ONE PHOTO LENS for the iPhone 4, 4S or 4th generation iPod touch to review. This is a product that changes your device’s camera lens into a Fish Eye, Macro or Wide Angle capable device.
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A VERY short break as Gaz and Guy just recorded last Tuesday and frankly, not much has changed in four days. That doesn’t mean they can’t come up with an hour of content. The quality of which MAY be questionable, but they had a good time doing it. Gaz gavel Macnatico some information on his home theater setup and they both talk about next week’s GREAT PODCAST SWITCHEROO! We would tell you who we’re subbing for but then you might not listen to the show this week. Some Links:
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David and Tim reunite to discuss David’s Hong Kong trip and some of the electronic goodies he has found and, in some cases, purchased. Later, Tim unveils the BatMac replacement, and talks about his new Video Game collection display. And what the heck is an Aquarius Computer System?
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Both Gaz and Guy are back and so it’s back to normality! Or at least as normal as the GMen can manage. Guy’s son breaks his phone so he has to get him a new one. I wonder what kind he bought? Gaz’s Mac Mini seems to find a new way to hate him each week. This time by letting him log on…but just for a second or two. Another Apple event is almost upon us and they talk about what they think might be coming up. Guy’s wish for a two bay Mac Mini I’m SURE is going to happen! Guy also needed help from Gaz to set up Audio Hijack Pro (again) because somehow the settings got lost from the last time. Eventually they’ll get it kinda right. A great Gaz’s tip as usual and Guy’s head explodes not once, but four times.
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Aviator Edit custom over-ear headphones Skullcandy $200 U. S. User Report Review Original $150 black Aviator headphones are reviewed here on Pocket Sized Podcast
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iP4 Portable Boombox with FM Radio for iPhone and iPod with 30-pin Dock Connector Available in Black, Blue, or Pink Company: iHome Audio Price:
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Elisa and Suze´ talk about the good, bad, and ugly of the iOS 6 update. Unfortunately, Vicki’s work and personal schedule got in the way of recording this week.
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Every year Adobe updates its consumer line of products, which includes Photoshop Elements. Every time this happens you probably find yourself wondering if it is worth your money to upgrade or if you should stick with what you have. In the case of Elements 11, a lot depends on your expertise.
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In the spring of 2012, Adobe released Creative Suite 6, or the CS6 version of their content creation and editing software suite. Among the updates, the flagship Photoshop got a CS6 version as well. Is it worth upgrading or buying? Read on to see what’s new about Adobe Photoshop CS6.
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Scottevest’s new Fleece Jacket 7.0 (FJ7) is the best outerwear ever from this innovative company. The reason, in a word, is iPad. FJ7’s dedicated iPad pocket cleans and protects its precious cargo, safely and securely.
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Some products are harder than others to review just because of how complex they are, or because of all the different potential uses a particular program might have. Most Adobe products fit into both categories and Premiere Pro from the CS6 collection is no exception.
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Four hosts from four different podcasts come together to discuss the new MacSpecialist Apple Reseller in the Metro Chicago area. Kevin Shea of the MacSpecialist Podcast, Guy Serle of The MyMac Podcast, and John Nemo of AppMinute join TechFan host Tim Robertson for a fun episode.
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Gaz gives a great explanation of gonal numbers at the beginning of the show and he lost me just after the math started.which means nearly right away. James Turner from http://www.woodpad.co.uk is on to keep Gaz from mathing out which is a good thing. There’s lot’s of listener feedback, finally some answers on why our FaceBook numbers went down, and fear of ducks watching you makes a comeback! Woo! Spotlight is in the spotlight with a question from Scott and just because Guy isn’t around doesn’t mean there isn’t a Gaz’s Tip! Lastly there’s something about Beavers hmmm. Some Links: Guy’s App Pick: None because he isn’t here
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