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The Planet Web Hosting Provider, Becomes Microsoft BizSpark Partner
30.07.2009 08:17
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Houston, Texas - (The Hosting News) - July 30, 2009 - The Planet IT hosting provider, has joined the Microsoft BizSpark Program, where The Planet can provide early-stage startups with free Microsoft software, which otherwise may be unaffordable for certain companies. As a gold-certified Microsoft partner, The Planet offers the program to qualified companies through its status as an official Network Partner and Hosting Provider. Eligibility requirements, as outlined by Microsoft, are simple and direct. Companies must be actively engaged in the development of a software-based product or service; the company must be privately held and in business for less than three years; and it must generate less than U.S. $1 million in annual revenue. Urvish Vashi, general manager for The Planet's Dedicated Servers line of business offered, "Both The Planet and Microsoft are committed to lowering the barrier to entry for small and emerging companies,. As entrepreneurs develop business plans and face the stark reality of start-up costs, they look to save money so they're able to preserve hard-fought capital for their development resources, particularly in today's difficult economic environment. Coupled with a hosting solution from The Planet, the BizSpark program offers extraordinary value." The BizSpark program provides qualified start-ups with access to vast resources that would otherwise be unavailable to emerging companies: Software: Companies gain access to full-featured development tools, including Visual Studio Team System, plus production licensing for Windows Server and SQL Server. The only fee is a $100 program offering, payable to Microsoft at the end of participation in the program. Support: BizSpark provides professional technical support from Microsoft, connecting participants to a global community of business experts who can help guide start-up companies through the hurdles of growing a business. Visibility: Companies gain global visibility to audiences of potential investors, clients and partners. The Planet is a leading provider of On Demand IT Infrastructure solutions, hosting more than 20,000 small- and medium-size businesses and 18.5 million Web sites worldwide. Customers have the power to choose from the broadest range of hosting solutions in the industry, from dedicated servers, Managed Dedicated Servers, Northstar Managed Hosting and data center colocation, all backed by 24x7x365 support. With the best choice of servers, software tools and world-class service, backed by state-of-the-art data centers and an enterprise-class network. To learn more about BizSpark, please visit: www.theplanet.com/BizSpark. For additional information, please visit: www.theplanet.com.
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Samsung's Solstice touchscreen phone bounds onto AT&T
30.07.2009 08:13
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Handsets, Samsung, ATT The age of the touchscreen dumbphone is definitely upon us, is it not? Today AT&T and Samsung announced the availability of the Solstice, a phone featuring a 3-inch (presumably resistive) touchscreen, TouchWiz, and lots of funky social networking tie-ins. Still, one gets the overwhelming impression that phones of this ilk are simply trying to cash in on the buzz of like-minded devices, while not bringing anything particularly notable to the table. This 3G-equipped number comes loaded with a 2 megapixel camera, microSD support up to 16GB, and... not much else. The phone will be available August 2nd for $99.99 with a two-year contract. Call us crazy, but for that kind of money, aren't there superior touchscreen devices on this network?Samsung's Solstice touchscreen phone bounds onto AT&T originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Robot with iPhone 3GS head reminds us of a cuter, more magnanimous Steve Jobs
30.07.2009 08:13
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Handsets, Apple Who's this little guy? Oh, that's just Robochan -- the Kondo KHR-2HV bot with a fully-functioning iPhone 3GS fused to his head. Not interested? Well, hear us out -- because we, too, have seen many an iPhone mod project in our day, leaving us jaded, easily susceptible to waking in the middle of the night to find ourselves shrieking out "fanboy!" for no reason, and finding that in general at this point -- merely cranking the word iPhone into your DIY project is the easiest way to send us to Snoresville. But we'll admit it: Robochan dre fef w us in within ten -- nay, five -- seconds. His dance moves are killer, and his faces have stolen whatever remnants of a heart we had left. So take our advice: watch the video, which is after the break. [Via Gearfuse]Continue reading Robot with iPhone 3GS head reminds us of a cuter, more magnanimous Steve JobsRobot with iPhone 3GS head reminds us of a cuter, more magnanimous Steve Jobs originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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MSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB charger
30.07.2009 08:13
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Accessories Yes, we find the fact that our USB port won't charge our phone when our laptop is sleeping to be pretty annoying, too. But does that mean we'll rip the battery from it and use it as a semi-functional, clunky but self-sufficient charger? Well, probably not, but that doesn't mean someone else shouldn't. Now, we don't want to launch into a big round of spoilers or anything, but we'll say this: it takes a little over four minutes of sweet, blistering house music to get the battery off of the MSI Wind, and there are a couple of false starts before the phone (an iPhone) begins juicing up. The good news? It doesn't seem to permanently damage the battery pack in any way. The bad news? The song eventually does end. Check it out after the break. [Via Oh! Gizmo] Continue reading MSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB chargerMSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB charger originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 09:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
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SEO FireFox Plugin: Add Many Search Engines to Your Context Menu
30.07.2009 06:20
searchenginejournal.com
Sachio Search is a new (still experimental) FireFox plugin that lets you add as many search engines to your FireFox context menus: Install the addon; Select any word on a page; Right-click and choose any search engine: The best thing about the addon is that it is very customizable, so you can really play to your heart's content.…Check out the SEO Tools guide at Search Engine Journal.SEO FireFox Plugin: Add Many Search Engines to Your Context Menu
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Search Engines
Why I’m Torn on the Bing Yahoo! Deal
30.07.2009 06:20
searchenginejournal.com
I’ll keep this short since you’re likely approaching Microsoft/Yahoo overload (if you haven’t heard about it yet you’re almost certainly here by mistake, but just in case learn more here, here, here, or pretty much anywhere on the Web), but the thing that struck me is that my knee jerk reaction to the deal as both…Check out the SEO Tools guide at Search Engine Journal.Why I’m Torn on the Bing Yahoo! Deal
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First Reaction from Google Camp - Search Deal is not Good
30.07.2009 06:20
searchenginejournal.com
With the first step of the much publicized Yahoo-Microsoft search deal already taken, it's now time to gather up various reactions coming from those who will in a way be affected by the deal. First on the list is of course Google. Â And we now have some concrete statements coming from Google's VP Marissa Mayer saying that the search deal…Check out the SEO Tools guide at Search Engine Journal.First Reaction from Google Camp - Search Deal is not Good
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MSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB charger
30.07.2009 06:17
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Accessories Yes, we find the fact that our USB port won't charge our phone when our laptop is sleeping to be pretty annoying, too. But does that mean we'll rip the battery from it and use it as a semi-functional, clunky but self-sufficient charger? Well, probably not, but that doesn't mean someone else shouldn't. Now, we don't want to launch into a big round of spoilers or anything, but we'll say this: it takes a little over four minutes of sweet, blistering house music to get the battery off of the MSI Wind, and there are a couple of false starts before the phone (an iPhone) begins juicing up. The good news? It doesn't seem to permanently damage the battery pack in any way. The bad news? The song eventually does end. Check it out after the break. [Via Oh! Gizmo] Continue reading MSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB chargerMSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB charger originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 09:06:00 EST. Ple fef ase see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Joby's Gorillamobile keeps your phone firmly affixed to whatever
30.07.2009 06:17
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Accessories Historically, the Gorillapod's lease in life has been all about mounting cameras to tree branches, goalposts, and strangers' limbs -- but, you know, cameras aren't the only things in the world that could use that kind of superhuman capability, are they? To that end, Joby has introduced Gorillamobile, a package of goodies that includes the company's Gorillapod Original -- its smallest flexible tripod -- along with tripod, suction cup, and adhesive clips for attaching various smartphones and point-and-shoots. Wha fef t's it good for? Well, that's entirely up to you and your overactive imagination -- but Joby shows iPhones being securely stowed on desks, exercise bikes, and strollers, so we're sure you'll be able to figure out something. Look for it to ship on August 10 for $29.95.Joby's Gorillamobile keeps your phone firmly affixed to whatever originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Apple kicks out MobileMe iDisk app for iPhone
30.07.2009 06:17
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Software, Apple, iPhone OS It still can't multitask, but as of today, it's finally capable of accessing and sharing iDisk files. Apple has at long last let loose a long-awaited application for iPhone OS 3.0 that enables iPhone and iPod touch users with MobileMe accounts to access the inner sanctums of their own iDisk. The app lets you login, view files (up to 20MB or so, sayeth Apple) and share files by sending others a link via email to whatever you deem appropriate. There's also an option to password protect those files and limit the amount of days the download is active, though viewing files is limited to iPhone-supported file types such as iWork, Office, QuickTime, PDF, etc. If you're a paying MobileMe user, go on and give this one a download -- it's free, you know?Read - iDisk [opens in iTunes]Read - TUAW's First Look: iDisk appApple kicks out MobileMe iDisk app for iPhone originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
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MSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB charger
30.07.2009 06:17
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Accessories Yes, we find the fact that our USB port won't charge our phone when our laptop is sleeping to be pretty annoying, too. But does that mean we'll rip the battery from it and use it as a semi-functional, clunky but self-sufficient charger? Well, probably not, but that doesn't mean someone else shouldn't. Now, we don't want to launch into a big round of spoilers or anything, but we'll say this: it takes a little over four minutes of sweet, blistering house music to get the battery off of the MSI Wind, and there are a couple of false starts before the phone (an iPhone) begins juicing up. The good news? It doesn't seem to permanently damage the battery pack in any way. The bad news? The song eventually does end. Check it out after the break. [Via Oh! Gizmo] Continue reading MSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB chargerMSI Wind battery used as a not-exactly-portable, unreliable USB charger originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 09:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Joby's Gorillamobile keeps your phone firmly affixed to whatever
30.07.2009 06:17
engadgetmobile.com
Filed under: Accessories Historically, the Gorillapod's lease in life has been all about mounting cameras to tree branches, goalposts, and strangers' limbs -- but, you know, cameras aren't the only things in the world that could use that kind of superhuman capability, are they? To that end, Joby has introduced Gorillamobile, a package of goodies that includes the company's Gorillapod Original -- its smallest flexible tripod -- along with tripod, suction cup, and adhesive clips for attaching various smartphones and point-and-shoots. What's it good for? Well, that's entirely up to you and your overactive imagination -- but Joby shows iPhones being securely stowed on desks, exercise bikes, and strollers, so we're sure you'll be able to figure out something. Look for it to ship on August 10 for $29.95.Joby's Gorillamobile keeps your phone firmly affixed to whatever originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments
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Nikon D300S
30.07.2009 04:19
letsgodigital.org
Nikon D300S digital SLR camera : Nikon Corporation announce the introduction of its new DX-format digital SLR flagship, the Nikon D300S. As well as inheriting the finest features of the highly acclaimed D300, the Nikon D300S boasts many innovative enhancements and is designed to meet an even broader scope of creative demands from serious photographers. First and foremost, the Nikon D300S possesses the superb product quality required of the flagship of Nikon's DX-format digital SLR camera line: 7 frames-per-second high-speed continuous shooting, exceptional accuracy thanks to the 51-point AF system and approx. 100% viewfinder coverage, plus dual card slots and the rugged durability that enables the camera to work under extreme conditions.
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Digital Technologies
Nikon D3000
30.07.2009 04:19
letsgodigital.org
Nikon D3000 digital SLR camera : Nikon announce the newest addition to its family of quality DX-format digital SLRs, the Nikon D3000. Combining in-camera assistance and supreme ease-of-use with Nikon's renowned technology, the Nikon D3000 is the ideal choice for people looking to upgrade from their point-and-shoot camera to a digital SLR. The Nikon D3000 SLR camera features a new Guide mode - a hassle-free way for less-experienced picture-takers to master the capabilities of digital SLR cameras. Through its intuitive user-friendly interface, Guide mode assists users in choosing shooting modes for a variety of situations and, if they choose, in exploring advanced photographic techniques.
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AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm lens
30.07.2009 04:19
letsgodigital.org
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II lens : Nikon Corporation announce the upcoming release of the new fast telephoto zoom lens Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II for use with digital- and film-SLR cameras. A number of unique Nikon technologies have been adopted for this zoom lens, including the use of seven ED glass elements, Nano Crystal Coat, a vibration reduction (VR II) system that provides camera shake compensation equivalent to increases in shutter speed by four steps, and a Silent Wave Motor (SWM). The AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm fast telephoto zoom lens provides the excellent performance and superior image quality demanded by professional and advanced amateur photographers.
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