Archive for November, 2009

A broken laptop can be a very stressful situation especially if the laptop in question is used every day and is an important part of your job, school or business. The purpose of this article is to offer you some things to consider when it comes time to get your laptop repaired.

1. Repair vs. Replacement: One of the first questions that usually come to mind is “Is now a good time to just buy a new laptop?” The answer to that question is… “It Depends.” Depending on the severity of your laptop repair, the falling prices of most laptops and the age of your broken laptop, it may be a wise choice to throw in the towel and spring for a new laptop. Some of the types of repairs that would warrant this action are:

a) A broken LCD screen

b) A broken motherboard (beyond component level repair)

c) A severely damaged case

These types of repairs are the most costly (usually ranging from $300 to $700) and factoring in how long you have had your laptop this may be a good time to get a new one.

2. Your data: Whether you are replacing your laptop or repairing it, you still have to figure out what to do with your data. If you can’t turn on your laptop it makes it very difficult to backup your data. That is why it is very important to do regular backups of your laptop data to guard your self against this situation. This will also give you a way to access your data while your laptop is getting repaired. Some laptop repair services offer data backup and recovery with their repairs. Make sure you ask about data recovery and backup options when speaking with a laptop repair service.In addition to recovering your data, you also want to ensure that your data is safe and secure with who ever you choose to repair your laptop. With that being said, you want to make sure you choose a reputable repair service for your laptop repair.

3. Repair cost: I don’t know about you but I want to know how much my laptop repair is going to cost before I send it in. This is a tricky situation because most laptop repair services need to diagnose your laptop to find out what’s wrong with it before they give you a price. Even some of the laptop repair services offering flat rate repair, do not cover the parts that it takes to repair your laptop. If you are worried about repair costs, do not ship your laptop to a company that says they need to diagnose your laptop before giving you a repair cost. You are opening yourself up to getting a big shock once you find out what the bill is going to be.

4. Not all laptop repairs are handled equally: There are a lot of laptop repair services that will simply replace a major component rather than repair the affected area which can cost you 3 to 4 times the cost. For instance, let’s say you have a problem with your motherboard. One service center may simply replace your motherboard and charge you anywhere from $300 to $700 for simply changing out a part, when another laptop repair service center actually takes the time to diagnose the problem and discover you have a bad capacitor on your motherboard and repairs the damaged component, saving you the cost of a new motherboard.

I hope that this article has given you some insight into the world of laptop repair. So before you choose a laptop repair service center to handle your laptop repair, do some research, speak with them over the phone and ask questions. The more informed you are about what to expect and what to look for in a laptop repair service the more you can save.

The GoGoStand (available at www.GoGoStand.com ) is a folding stand for your iPhone 2G, iPhone 3G or 3GS and any other device with a similar shape. It can be stored in your wallet ready for use any time. Wouldn’t it be great if you could watch a full-length movie on the plane without having to hold your iPhone in your hands the entire time? Tada! GoGoStand to the rescue!

• What’s in the Box – Wireless sensor for Nike+ shoes, Wireless receiver for iPod nano, Printed documentation
• Insert the wireless sensor inside the custom, built-in pocket beneath the insole of your Nike+ shoe, then plug the receiver into the Dock connector on your iPod nano. The iPod touch (2nd generation) and iPhone 3GS includes built-in support for the system – no receiver necessary.
• Now start your workout. As your run or walk, the sensor sends information to your device, tracking your time, distance, pace, and calories burned. If you choose, real-time, spoken feedback can even alert you to milestones throughout your workout.
• Back at your computer, sync your iPod or iPhone 3GS to transfer your workout data to iTunes and Nike website. There, you can evaluate your performance history, set goals, and even challenge other runners to a virtual race.
• Requirements – iPod nano, iPod touch (2nd generation), or iPhone 3GS, Nike+ shoes, iTunes 9.0 or later (available via free download), A Mac with a USB 2.0 port and Mac OS X version 10.3.9 or later; or a PC with a USB 2.0 port and Windows 2000 (SP4) or XP Home or Professional (SP2), Internet access and a free Nike account

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Recently I had published a side-by-side comparison of the iPhone 3G and T-Mobile G1 DVD Converter which evoked an interesting debate.(from:iphonehacks)

Here comes another side-by-side comparison of Apple’s iPhone 3G with RIM’s BlackBerry Storm, which is considered as another iPhone Killer.

BlackBerry Storm is expected to be released some time in November exclusively by Verizon in the US and Vodafone in UK.

Hardware Spec
Dimension:
Storm = 4.4 x 2.4 x 0.6 inches
iPhone 3G = 5.5 x 2.4 x 0.48 inches
Weight:
Storm = 155g
iPhone = 133g
Screen Size:
Storm = 3.2 inches
iPhone = 3.5 inches
Camera:
Storm = 3.2M pixel
iPhone = 2M pixel
Memory:
Storm = 1GB on board + 16GB expandable with MicroSD
iPhone = 8GB / 16GB (No expansion)
Battery:
Storm = 5.5hrs talk time / 360 hrs standby
iPhone = 5hrs talk time / 300 hrs standby

Unlike T-Mobile G1 that we have reviewed earlier, BlackBerry Storm “steals” the design and looks much like the iPhone 3G. However, it does not look as sleek as iPhone 3G. It’s a little bit thicker (0.14inches more) and heavier (22g more) than iPhone 3G. And, surprisingly, BlackBerry Storm does not come with Wi-Fi support or they probably consider Verizon’s 3G network is good enough.

BlackBerry Storm’s screen is also a little bit smaller (3.2 inch) as compared to iPhone 3G (3.5 inch), however it sports a slightly higher resolution (460×360 pixels) than iPhone 3G (460×360 pixels).

Winner: iPhone 3G

Tips: How to convert DVD to iPhone 3G


Input Method

With the success of iPhone’s multi-touch interface, touch is now the standard for any new smartphone. Like iPhone, Storm does not have physical slide-out keyboard and uses the screen as input, in fact its RIM’s first smartphone to feature a touch screen. However, RIM highlights that the touch technology developed on Storm is somewhat different to other touch screen smartphone available. RIM refers its touch technology as “Clickable Screen”. That means, when users press key on screen, they can actually feel the key pressed and release, just like you press the mouse button. They call it a game changing touch technology that makes on-screen keyboard more appealing.

Also, like T-Mobile G1, it will have built-in cut and paste capability across applications a feature missing from iPhone 3G.

Winner:Its difficult to call a winner on this one, until we get feedback from users on RIM’s touch technology. We love iPhone 3G’s revolutionary multi-touch interface.

Multimedia
Multimedia support is not the strong area of RIM smartphones, as they predominantly targets business users. Storm is developed with multiple support in mind to lure more casual users. Standard feature like music and video playback is included. A wide range of audio format (including MP3, AAC, WMA, etc) and video format (including MPEG4, WMV, etc). Storm also allows you to sync iTunes music files via BlackBerry Media Sync and has its own media software to manage your music.

iPhone 3G is the best iPod Apple has ever created. The music and video playback experience is awesome. And, Apple continues to update features like Genius Playlist into iPhone makes iPhone’s multimedia support nearly unbeatable. With its seamless integration with iTunes Store, you can download songs wirelessly or sync it between desktop using iTunes. iPhone 3G also supports a wide range of music formats but only plays Quick Time video.

Winner: iPhone 3G

Camera & Video Recording

Apple did not upgrade the camera in iPhone 3G, its still a basic 2 megapixel camera while Storm comes with 3.2 megapixel camera and includes video recording capability. Storm also includes a flash and auto focus for its camera.

Winner: BlackBerry Storm

Modem Capability
iPhone 3G does not support tethering and Apple tends to ban any applications in App Store that adds this capability. The only option you have is to jailbreak the iPhone and use jailbreak apps such as PDANet, iPhoneModem etc. BlackBerry Storm, on the other hands, comes with tethering built-in.

Winner: BlackBerry Storm
Tips: How to convert DVD to Blackberry with Daniusoft DVD BlackBerry Converter?

Enterprise Feature

Apple has made quite a few strides to take market share from RIM in the enterprise area. iPhone 3G, with built-in support for Microsoft’s ActiveSync protocol, lets enterprise users to access Microsoft Exchange’s services. Also, it takes a great step forwards to support Cisco IPsec VPN, which is a standard in enterprise wireless security. Further, it incorporates a feature to let administrator to wipe data remotely, in case the iPhone is lost or stolen.

RIM is always the leader in enterprise wireless devices. Storm, by no means, continues to lead in this area. The enterprise support is outstanding that different security policies can be defined, such that administrator may enable or shutdown specific bluetooth profiles; and even, to disable its digital camera access.

Winner: BlackBerry Storm

To sum up, BlackBerry strikes a balance between business and causal use. It’s, by far, the sleekest BlackBerry; which should help RIM lure causal customers.

Is it another iPhone killer? Its difficult to conclude. iPhone 3G and BlackBerry both come with some unique features that neither have and they are positioned differently in the market.
However, I still fail to understand the omission of Wi-Fi in BlackBerry Storm, its true that BlackBerry is targeted at the business users who use it primarily for email, but still it seems like a major disadvantage over iPhone 3G.

As a consumer device, iPhone will definitely win thanks to the iPod application, its Safari browser which is easily the most advanced web browser on a portable device which makes browsing the internet on the iPhone a treat and overall for its cool factor. But if you turn to some business-savvy users and enterprise, BlackBerry is still the de-facto choice.

RIM has also not disclosed the pricing or the official shipping date.

You can checkout the demo video of BlackBerry Storm to get an overview:

BlackBerry Storm, T-Mobile G1 and soon to be released Nokia’s XpressMusic phone (Nokia’s first touch screen phone) might or might not end up being iPhone killers but they are healthy competition to Apple’s iPhone 3G that will ensure that Apple constantly innovates which in the end is beneficial for consumers like us.

Let us know which one is a winner from your point of view and why?

Special thanks to Oluwafemi from my Facebook Page for posing this question. 1. Could your Mate have access to your cellphone for a day and your relationship stay the same? 2. What about your PC? Email, pics videos, banking info? 3. Why not be transparent? 4. If you’re unhappy why do you stay? When will you be happy? 5. When was the last time you asked your mate if he/she were happy? 6. Does happiness happen inside so it doesnt matter what type of relationship youre in 7. Do we gravitate towards being happy naturally but should the search start INSIDE?

Detailed and proven disassembly instructions for cellular phone, Samsung model D-807. Makes any part replacement pretty easy.

• 16 GB capacity for 4,000 songs, 14,000 photos, or 16 hours of video
• Up to 24 hours of music playback or 5 hours of video playback when fully charged
• 2.2-inch color TFT display with 240 x 376 pixel resolution
• Supports AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV audio formats
• One-year limited warranty with single incident of complimentary telephone technical support

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The invention of iphones has revolutionized the whole concept of mobile phones. Earlier the invention of mobile phones was considered to be the highest achievement of technological advancement. The iphones gave a whole new dimension to this concept. After Apple declared its decision to launch iphones the arrival of iphones was waited upon by all. The techies specially wanted to check out the special features and technological processes that were implemented for its production. Soon after the launching of iphones its unlocking devices were also created which allowed the user to access others as well as restricted connections.

When Apple came up with its newer version of 3G iphone, they said that it would be impossible to unlock 3G iphone; however, the 3G iphone unlock were created within few days by techies throughout the world. If you want to unlock iphone 3G and you do not have adequate knowledge about the process you can still do it easily by applying software’s specially designed for that purpose-to unlock 3g iphone.

The software that initiates iphone 3G unlock facility can be downloaded easily from any well-known website that participates in the sale of such software. However, before you get the software downloaded you should check out the genuineness of the website. Improper website can charge you money and give you some software that doesn’t serve your purpose at all. For this reason the authenticity of the websites services needs to be checked properly. Rather than serving the purpose to unlock 3G iphone the software from false websites can cause severe damage to your iphone.

There are other methods as well that you can apply to unlock iphone 3G that you can use and avail the facilities that an unlocked iphone can provide. Iphone sim card unlock is also considered as viable option that can be facilitated for your iphone. This method is highly popular and many people have adopted it to unlock iphone 3G. This system works with the application of duplicate sim card that is placed on top of the original sim. This duplicate thin sim card help in the procedure of iphone 3G unlock. The greatest thing about this system is that other than 3G iphone unlock it also helps in the unlocking other versions of iphone. The greatest feature about the iphone sim card unlock is that it doesn’t disable your actual sim card but functions along with that. Iphone sim card unlock is a reliable method to unlock iphone 3G and has served a positive purpose for many who have used this procedure to unlock 3G iphone.

Iphone 3G unlock serves an excellent purpose as it opens up other website services to your iphones. Through this process you can easily download entertaining games, latest software and you can also enable accessibility to other iphone functioning. Through 3G iphone unlock you can not only unlock iphones but also various mobile phone connections.

Get 3G iphone unlock today and ensure excellent services and facilities through your iphone. It would open a whole new world of fun and enjoyment for you and you will never regret having done such experimentation with your iphone.

In today’s world cellphones are becoming the primary contact for most people.  The difference in today’s world from when land lines were the main source of contact is the locating the numbers for the people you want to contact.  In the past, people had directories and phone book for locating people and their contact numbers.  Now with cellphones, how does a person find another person’s cellphone number?

Cellphone numbers are generally not listed in telephone directories for reasons of maintaining confidentiality. In fact the very reason people go in for cellphones is because it offers them privacy. With a cellphone you can virtually choose people whose calls you would like to receive. No longer need you worry about being hassled by unwanted telemarketing agents, constantly pestering you to buy the most mundane things at all the wrong times. Such intrusion of privacy is not possible with a cellphone, to a large extent. Note the word ‘large extent’. No longer are cellphone number searches impossible. Thanks to the increasing presence of online resources which offer cellphone lookups if you need to get cellphone numbers.

Most of these online search agencies can track cellphone numbers, using ‘reverse lookups’. You can now find out the name of the person using a particular cellphone number, his/her address, other related addresses of an individual and possible other names attached to these addresses. So the next time you want to find out a cellphone number, you need not despair. Just surf the net and you will be able to successfully find the all-elusive number. Log on and find out. Although most of these online search agencies charge a fee for these search options, you will be surprised to know that the number of online agencies offering this service free of cost is increasing by the day. Go to these free cellphone number search web sites and key in the relevant requested information. The number you had been searching for is listed in front of you in a matter of seconds. It doesn’t stop only with the number; you also get to find out the address. It is just like using your good old yellow pages or any other telephone directory.