I know that there are a lot of iPod users out there that still use the earbuds that came with their iPod either because they just like the earbuds or they haven’t found anything better to use. For those of you still using Apple’s earbuds and are into physical fitness, then mosey on over to the InnoVelis website and check out BudFits.
MyMac Podcast 199 – Brian Head Welch
Host Tim Robertson interviews ex-Korn guitarist and now solo artist Brian Head Welch about using a Mac and his upcoming album, Save Me From Myself. Later, Lee Givens, Guy Serle, David Cohen, Tim, and Bill Palmer talk all things Apple.
Read MoreMacAlly TriHub 4 Port and 7 Port Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hubs – Review
If you are looking for a light weight, dependable, powered USB hub, then check out MacAlly’s TriHub 4 Port and 7 Port USB 2.0 hubs. Designed to be mobile for those on the go, MacAlly’s TriHub USB hubs fit the bill exactly right.
Marware CEO Flip Vue case for iPhone – Review
I used the Flip Vue for a weekend, and found it to be attractive and well-made, but found it somewhat difficult to actually use.
IRIScan Executive 2 – Review
The advancement of technology is a wonderful thing, particularly in the field of consumer electronics. Not only do devices get cheaper and more functional as time goes on, but they develop wonderful new capabilities.
The Ultimate HTML Reference – Book Review
This book replaced Taylor’s Creating Cool HTML 4 Web Pages book as my primary HTML reference at home and at the office. It’s well worth the 45 dollar price-tag. I can only find fault with the fact that it doesn’t have enough chunks of sample HTML and illustrations of how the HTML will render.
NAJA for 3g iPod nano
The NAJA is a soft flexible coil with a bracket at the top to hold your iPod nano. The idea is to use the NAJA to hold your nano rather than hold your nano in your hand. I guess. I’m not really sure? The crux of the problem with the NAJA – it falls over, a lot.
MyMac Podcast 198 – Clean Your Mac
This week, Tim welcomes David Cohen, Bill Dudney, and Sam Levin to the podcast. First up, Bill talks about his new iPhone App, Code Breaker. We also look at the VC funding that seems to be trying to pour itself into the App market. Sam Levin returns with a party-theme Cool Mac Picks, and a new contest thanks to PosiMotion!Be sure to listen to win two ten-dollars iTunes gift cards! To wrap up the show, David and Tim look at all the negative publicity surrounding Apple over the last few weeks, MacSales RAM, and cleaning your Mac. A full and fun show, ready for your downloading pleasure!
Read MoreiTrip AutoPilot
I wanted to take the iTrip AutoPilot (IA) out for a spin because I have a new 2007 automobile (well, 8 months old now) that has an RDS (Radio Data System–read on to find out what this is) enabled radio. The thought of being able to see what my iPod was playing on the LCD screen in my car was very exciting. Read on to find out how well this works.
Rage Sitemap Automator
Do you have a website? Have you been wondering why some of your web pages don’t show up in Google or other search engines? Or why less important site pages show up while the pages you think are more important do not? There is something you can do about that. You can use Rage Sitemap Automator to create an XML sitemap and help the major search engines find your most important site content.
MyMac Podcast 197 – The Dead Zone
Lee Givens returns after a month and a half hiatus to join Tim, Guy, and David for a lively discussion. Topics include Microsoft Office 08, Jerry Seinfeld pimping Windows with Bill Gates, and a ton more. Plus, Sam Levin joins in with a Cool Mac Picks, and we announce the two winners of our PosiMotion contest!
Read MoreMyMac Podcast Special Edition – TechSmith
Download the show here, or subscribe and download via iTunes
MyMac Podcast host Tim Robertson visits TechSmith, the company behind Camtasia Studio, SnagIt, UserVue, ScreenCast.com, and more. Interviews include President Bill Hamilton, Tony Dunckel, Dave McCollom, Dave Cheng, Troy Stein, and Amy Hagerstrom. This is a special episode of the MyMac.com podcast.
Links from the show:
TechSmith.com
DLO x 3 iPod Touch Case Reviews
Leather? Check! Silicone? Check! Earbud storage? Check! Clip? Check! Stylish and affordable? Check! Which one to take today? Guest reviewer Howard Nemerovski takes a look at three products from DLO.
Thumbn@ils 44: The App Store Shopping Cart
Looking for the shopping cart for the iTunes App Store? We found it!
ShareCentral 2 – Review
Poor documentation, non-functioning driver software and a confusing control panel mar Kensington’s ShareCentral series of devices, designed to enable one-button switching of USB devices between two computers.
MyMac Podcast 196 – Bronze Medal
Contest Time! Listen to the podcast this week for your chance to win iTunes Gift Cards, courtesy of PosiMotion. Sam Levin comes on with a new Cool Mac Picks, while Tim and Guy fight it out over whether Apple should be more compatible with Microsoft. Plus the weeks Mac news, and the launch of AppMinute.com.
Read MoreData Backup 3 vs. Time Machine 1
The value of good backup software cannot be overstated. In its latest iteration, the Mac OS comes with a built-in backup program called Time Machine that creates incremental backups on external drives. It is designed to operate in the background with little interaction from the user, and should the need arise to recover lost or damaged files, the Time Machine interface is intuitive and simple to navigate.
Compact, Affordable Storage & Protection from WaterField and STM – Reviews
You don’t need to spend a ton of money to achieve a high standard of protection for your valuable computers and portable digital devices.
Macspiration 114 – To Applecare or Not To Applecare
I have never been a fan of extended warranties. They always seem to get you in the end. However, the one extended warranty that I do buy and I do believe in is Applecare. Applecare is more than worth the money for any Mac you buy, and for most iPods (for iPods you have to weigh the cost of Applecare vs. the cost of a new iPod). This Macspiration is about Applecare for your Mac and why I am a believer.
Comic Boom – Review
The folks at Toon Boom are at it again. In January they released a kid friendly animation software called Flip Boom. Now, they have released another great program call Comic Boom for making comic strips.