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Create Great Videos with Pinnacle DVC170 Dazzle Video Creator Platinum
Nov 7, 2008 Multimedia, Software 2 Comments
Special occasions like weddings, birthdays, baby’s firsts, Christmas eve celebration and other family gatherings are best remembered and when you have multimedia documentations like videos to reminisce with. That’s why, it’s uttermost important that you use a video creator that creates the highest video qualities.
Dazzle Video Creator Platinum is a capture device that you can use to capture these great life’s moments.
Features of Pinnacle DVC170 Dazzle Video Creator Platinum:
- It is a USB 1.1 and USB 2.0-compatible video capture device
- Encodes on MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4 and DivX hardware encoding.
- The software is easy-to-use software
- You can easily save your videos directly onto DVDs with its Pinnacle Instant DVD Recorder, saving you time and space.
- Editing tools are provided to enhance your videos to make them more memorable. Studio QuickStart provides you with effects, transitions, backgrounds, and music to your home video.
- Videos can be directly sent to your handheld devices such as Apple iPod or Sony PSP.
You can buy Pinnacle DVC170 Dazzle Video Creator Platinum at Woot at a cheaper price. More features of Pinnacle Dazzle Video Creator Platinum was also featured.
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Compaq CQ-50 139WM Laptop on Sale
Compaq has released its new laptop called the Compaq CQ-50 139WM, with great features that will surely satisfy tech and gadget enthusiasts. Compaq CQ-50 139WM is probably one of the best laptops you would want to have because of its great specs and features.
The hard drive has 160GB of storage and a 5400RPM, the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD uses shared memory (this is not the best option), and the screen looks great at 15.4-inches and featuring HP’s BrightView technology. Clearly, Compaq CQ-50 139WM is an improved version of previous releases from HP Compaq.
Other great feature of Hewlett-Packard’s CQ50 139WM are the Windows Vista Home Basic OS, SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW drive, 802.11b/g WLAN, Integrated Microphone, 3 USB ports, and a 6-Cell Lithium-Ion battery. Previously considered as one of the highly priced laptop, Hewlett-Packard’s CQ50 139WM is now on sale at $298 from its regular price of $695 - $715.
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How to set up your PLDT MyDSL modem settings?
Nov 6, 2008 Hacks and Tips, Internet Leave a comment
For over a year, we have been satisfied with our PLDT MyDSL internet connection as our main connection at home.
One thing I found disadvantageous with the PLDT MyDSL line is setting up the modem settings, especially after a PC reformat. When our home PC was struck by a Trojan horse, I had to make a system reformat. I had to call the support hotline regarding the settings of the IP address, the server address, and other modem settings before I can use the internet. PLDT MyDSL modem settings are not preset so you have to enter the settings manually after a system reformat.
So before everything gets messed up again, I copied the modem settings that I should enter every time I have decided to reformat.
To enter the modem settings,
- Go to Control Panel.
- Click on the Network and Sharing Center
- Right click on the PLDT MyDSL connection icon.
- Then click Configure.
- Enter these settings on their respective fields:
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Windows 7 vs Windows Vista
Nov 3, 2008 Software, Technology News 3 Comments
Microsoft will soon release Windows 7, its new OS, and said to be a successor of Windows Vista. Users are starting to question how does it differ from its predecessor? Will it have numerous bugs on its first release similar to what happened to Windows Vista? Or will it really be better than Vista as Microsoft itself claimed?
Those who had a first glimpse of the Windows 7 said that there are only subtle difference between the two. However, it is said that the new task bar looks more of a Mac OS X’s dock than Windows Vista’s.
Further Window 7’s desktop has large icons that live at the bottom of the screen. The icons represent applications chosen by the user and live there whether an application is running or not.
Cnet.com provided a video of how the Windows 7 desktop looks like.
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Speeding Up Your Smart Broadband Prepaid?
Nov 3, 2008 Internet, Tips, Wireless Technology 3 Comments
Prepaid broadband is now the new cool in Philippine internet because of its portability and convenience. You can basically browse the internet anywhere there’s a 3G signal.
I am particularly using Smart Broadband Prepaid and have been ranting about its inconsistency in internet connection. I have been getting interrupted connections since I bought the modem. I tried calling the Customer Service several times, keeping promise that they will try to look at the problem as soon as possible, but I had to wait for several days before I got an update.
My problem with my connection is that, I could connect but could not receive any data. So I have to make several connection attempts, sometimes even reaching 20 times or more than 30 minutes before I can finally browse the internet. My prepaid load sometimes are just put to waste in connecting alone. A customer care representative said that it could be that some of the 3G signals in the area where I am at is barred or being used by multiple users. However, I have been experiencing similar problems any day of the week, any time of the day (even at off-peak hours). So I concluded that the problem lies with the 3G/HSPDA connectivity itself.
So instead of waiting for their lousy customer service, I looked for some ways to prevent interrupted connection with Smart Bro Prepaid. Here’s what I found out. If you are continuously downloading data from the internet, your connection is continuous also. With that, I have thought of some practical ways to avoid interruption in my internet connection, and perhaps speed it up at some point.
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Win a One Year Supply of Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Doughnuts!
Oct 31, 2008 Events, Freebies 3 Comments
Krispy Kreme, maker of the world’s best doughnuts will open its new store at the ground floor of Gateway Mall, Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City on November 14, 2008 at 10:00 AM. They are giving away delicious prices to first 200 customers.
- First customer who will ring the cash register will win a one-year supply of Original Glazed Doughnuts!
- Second customer will win a six months supply of Original Glazed Doughnuts!
- Third customer wins a three-month supply of Original Glazed Doughnuts!
- 4th to 200th customers gets a one-month supply of Original Glazed Doughnuts!
You have to purchase at least one-dozen doughnuts to be eligible to win. For details, visit the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Philippines website.
Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Doughnuts
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Review on HP Mini 1000 Netbook
Oct 30, 2008 Gadgets Leave a comment
Ever since the pictures of the new HP MIni 1000 netbook was leaked by HP itself at their shopping center, we only had an idea how sturdy the design appeared, that it is a sequel to HP 2133 Mini-Note PC, and that it has a 10-inch screen size.
We asked, “what could the processor be?”. How about the operating system? its storage capacities? its features that sets it apart to other netbooks? As techie and netbook enthusiasts, we always want to read about the full reviews about HP Mini 1000. Where else do you get good product reviews other than from those who’ve had a first hand experience of the product?
CNET.com has provided a full review of HP Mini 1000 and a video that will make netbook fanatics ditch their old models and grab their own HP Mini 1000.
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How to make your website iPhone friendly?
Oct 29, 2008 Hacks and Tips, Internet, Tips Leave a comment
Since the advent of 3G-abled phones and smartphones like the iPhone, users have been resorting to mobile browsing to surf the internet. This should also prompt website owners to make their sites and blogs iPhone friendly.
So how to make your website iPhone-friendly?
1. Make your website ‘light’ by avoid using flash, scripts and lots of images that could result to slow-loading time. iPhone users are on-the-go browsers, meaning they need less time to open a website. Besides, not all 3G network providers can provide a fast downloading speed.
2. Use a publishing software optimized for iPhone like WordPress. Further, it is also easy to publish your blog entries using your iPhone using an application called WordPress for iPhones, so it could also be at your advantage using WordPress.
3. Choose your webhost well. Slow-loading time can also be a result of a sluggish web server.
You don’t actually need to create a separate page especially for iPhone users. All you need is a little optimization for your websites to make it iPhone users-friendly.
If you want to add more, you can drop a comment below. 
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The HP Mini 1000 Netbook
Oct 28, 2008 Blogging 1 Comment
Hewlett-Packard company leaked some pictures of their upcoming netbook to join the netbook bandwagon. It’s called the HP Mini 1000 Netbook. Liliputing.com has managed to grab some pictures of this anticipated netbook which appeared on HP Shopping last Sunday.
Photo Courtesy of Liliputing.com
HP Mini 1000 Netbook is said to be a sequel of HP 2133 Mini-Note PC, one of the considered best netbooks because it has better specs and features compared to competitors.
It could be my primary consideration if I have decided to replace my old HP Compaq Presario C500.
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How to Earn Money Through Buying and Selling Websites?
Oct 28, 2008 Making Money Online, Tips Leave a comment
I have read a number of articles that recommends buying and selling websites as a good way to earn online. We’ve been curious as to how these website buyers and sellers make money online through this method.
Buying and selling websites have become quite a money making endeavor of the past years people have been making it a full time job. But, when you are in the market to start your own web company, make sure that you have as much information on your website, market and comps as you can.
Having enough information on the basics of buying and selling websites can give you an advantage in conducting the business. This is because it will make you more knowledgeable in the things that you are talking about. These pieces of information can also lead you to come up with good decisions that will help you earn more money by attracting more and more potential buyers.
One of the best selling points of any seller in terms of offering websites is his or her credibility. If the buying public knows that you have enough credibility, he or she wouldn’t hesitate to buy from you and can even make recommendations to his or her friends.
When it comes to buying and selling the website, here are some important things that you should keep in mind:
1. Don’t be impatient. In selling websites, the sales process has to take some time if you want to get the best price. In most cases, a period of several weeks or even months is common this is because the potential buyer is spending time doing background checks not only of the specific site but other websites that he or she has been taking into consideration. So, if you want to get the best deal, it is best to wait. As they say, great things come to those who wait. Who knows? You can find a buyer who is willing to buy your website for more that you have been expecting for.
2. Keep maintaining your website as though it is not on sale. Updating and taking care of your website as if you were not selling it is one of the selling points that many people are attracted with. Seeing a well maintained website will give them an idea that you are a credible seller and that they can trust you when it comes to issues involving financial aspects. If the website is well managed and well taken care of prior to selling, it can generate good impression and will open the doors for other possible deals and arrangements.
3. Be prepared to share a lot of private and confidential information. If you are not comfortable with this then you have a problem. The less information you give the lower the offer will be from potential buyers. The more information you give the more you expose yourself to unethical buyers.
4. Unless you are selling a modest priced website, you must protect yourself with Non Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s). This is very important because it will give you an image that you are a responsible seller who can give out information. It may also reflect you as a credible seller because it shows that you are open to financial transparency.
5. You must work with other website developers that can open the doors to pre-qualify buyers. This is very important because by working in close coordination with other developers, you will not open the doors to pre-qualify buyers but can also help you get some tips in selling the website effectively. You can also get the current trends in buying and selling websites.
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