Whenever I find something I think is interesting or useful, I like to let others know about it. Usually these items are technology, usability, accessibility, or web design and development-related. But not always. Sometime, it's just life. Here's the latest...
Yes, things are tight this year; very, very tight. But while you're shopping this holiday season, if you can find a few extra dollars, this a great cause.
New website recycles used games for charity What a great idea, you donate old games and gaming systems in exchange for a tax deductible receipt, and they sell them to raise money.
So Amazon finally posted some details about the new Kindle, with the creative name: Kindle 2. They say it will be available on February 24, 2009.
I'm intrigued by the idea of being able to "carry" lots of books in such a device, but in addition to the high price of the unit, I find myself wondering...
am I the only one surprised that they haven't added color yet? It feels oddly retro to see them advertising "now boasts 16 level of gray" as a cutting-edge feature.
why do they call this an "electronic paper display?" There are otheroptions that seem far more 'paper-like.'
why isn't there some kind of basic note taking application included. It would seem to be a logical option to include.
when the techie books I rely on will be available for the Kindle? After running a few quick test searches, the books I like to have "at my fingertips" are not yet available.
is there a viewer tool available so I can read my Kindle books on a computer when I don't have the Kindle handy?
they say you can use the Kindle to search on Wikipedia and Google - is it truly limited to searching or can you use Google apps too?
No native PDF support? WTF?!?!
I am impressed by the accessibility that seems to be built-in to the device: zoom, adjustable font sizes, the "Read-to-Me" feature, and audiobook compatibility but I wonder if that is limited to the content or if the menus/navigation is just as friendly?
Yes, things are tight this year; very, very tight. But while you're shopping on this cyberMonday, if you can find a few extra dollars, this a great cause.
Those of you who know me IRL are well-aware of my deep and abiding love for Wacom tablets. To me, once you've used one, going back to the mouse is not an option - mice are simply too clumsy and awkward for regular use.
That said, I've always suspected that I could take my tablet to the next level, if I could just figure out what that level was. I found my answer - here are links to 40+ Wacom Tablet tutorials. Let the fun begin!
The fine folks over at Sitepoint are giving away free PDF copies of "The Photoshop Anthology: 101 Web Design Tips, Tricks & Techniques" for the next 30 days.
Leo Says: Don't Call It A Podcast Leo Laporte, a man who knows a thing or two about tech and has a number of shows 'in the can', has posted a thoughtful piece on why the name 'podcast' may not help expand the audience. Agree or disagree, it's well worth a read.
Simple, Yet Powerful - Google Does is Again Gotta love the Google. Check out this Google Docs 101 video. Smart, informative, and kinda funny. How many different ways can you see to use this idea to communicate with your clients or employees (or maybe the Boss!)?
. To me, once you've used one, going back to the mouse is not an option - mice are simply too clumsy and awkward for regular use.
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