Jun

30

How to connect the iPod to the PC


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posted in gadgets, by adimoga

When buy buy a new thing that you have been expecting for so long , you are so thrilled and excited and you can't wait to use it so you will feel very clumsy and like you don't know what to do with your hands. If you buy such a device like the iPod for the first time, you will not have the necessary experience to use it properly and, of course, you don't have the necessary patience to wait until after you have read the user's manual. So you call a friend to come and help you or try to figure out by yourself how things should be done.
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Well, I am not so much of a technical person, but I do know how to use an iPod. So the first time I laid my hands on one I took it in my hands and pressed all the buttons to see what they do and how the device works. So far so good. The problem is that I did not know what to do next. I bet lots of people go through this experience when buying a new gadget. So the next step is to find out <strong>how to connect the iPod to the PC</strong>. Actually, this is very easy once you realize you need something else besides the computer and the iPod. That is the USB cable that normally must be delivered to you when you buy the iPod.



Well, if you purchase the iPod from another source than the store, the cable might get lost on the way and it is understandable to be confused. So what you have to do is try to find a cable that has two ends: one smaller end is for being plugged into the USB port of your PC and one larger end is supposed to be connected to your iPod. It's a two-end cable so you can't directly connect the two devices if you want to download songs from the iTune store.

The iPod can't have direct access to the internet to download songs and stuff, but you must have a computer connection for this. The USB port of the computer can be found in different locations, for example at the back of your main unit, at its front, usually near the bottom or you can have some special keyboards that have USB ports for a better access. Another possibility might be to choose the purchase of an iPod dock that has one end ready to fit the USB port of your PC and the other looking like a docking station. The advantage of this dock is that your iPod will be supported while you download music or make the playlist or something and it will also have a more comfortable vertical position. It is more elegant than a simple cable and you do not risk stepping on the cable or accidentally throw the iPod off the computer port.



Now that you know <strong>how to connect the iPod to the PC</strong>, you should also know that once the connection is made the iPod will be automatically recognized by your computer, but you will be able to access the iTunes only if you have the latest version of the iTune software installed on your iPod. You can use the CD with the software that was also given to you when you bought the device or you can check the Apple store for the latest version. Sometimes the iPod may have some problems being recognized and in this case just check the USB cable for a proper connection and also restart the device. Now tell me what do you use: a cable or a dock?
Jun

11

Free Southpark Episode Downloads For Ipod


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posted in gadgets, by adimoga

South Park is a famous American TV show that appeared first in 1991 and was produced by two guys who were students at the time. It may look like a cartoon, but it surely isn't meant for children and also not for the most prude of us. It is considered to be among the three most popular and watched American cartoons, after Tom and Jerry and The Simpsons. Its huge popularity is given by its fresh and courageous approach of such delicate subjects that are really interesting for the public, such as religion, abortion, politics, and also all the events in the life of the American people like elections, floods and hurricanes. Of course the four characters react in a very unusual way, but they have the nerve to say what most people would not dare, even if they may think the same.

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The story is presented in a very humorous way and the characters, four children living in the small town of South Park use a licensed vocabulary most of the time, which was one of the reasons why this popular TV show was contested and criticized. Despite all the criticism, it has a great popularity among the young people and they are looking forward to seeing new episodes the moment the last one finished. Of course you can watch this cartoon on TV, but sometimes you are too busy to be able to watch it, so you will obviously want to have it and watch it on your iPod, whenever you can find the necessary time. It should not be that hard, but what if you can do that for free? I mean you can find some <strong>free South Park episode downloads for iPod</strong> if you look close enough. You can even find some brand new episodes, not necessarily the ones that have been broadcast long ago.



It is very convenient, as this way you can take your favorite TV show with you everywhere you go and when you find some free time you can enjoy an episode or two. Besides, it will come displayed on your favorite device and, even if the tv screen is considerably bigger that the screen of your iPod, the first one does not give you the portability and independence the ipod gives you.



I dug up the internet pages a bit and I could find more episodes from South Park, both older and more recent, most of them in .avi or .mp4 format that allows you to watch them on your iPod. If you follow these links you will find some <strong>free South Park episode downloads for iPod</strong>: <a href="http://www.southparkfiles.com/" target="_blank">www.southparkfiles.com</a>, <a href="http://www.downloadepisodes.net/" target="_blank">www.downloadepisodes.net</a>, <a href="http://southpark.top-25.com/" target="_blank">www.southpark.top-25.com</a>, <a href="http://digg.com/television/Spepisodes_com_offers_free_South_Park_Episodes_Downloads" target="_blank">www.digg.com</a> and <a href="http://www.xepisodes.com/" target="_blank">www.xepisodes.com</a> . Be careful, as some of these web sites offer more versions of the same episode , each of them compatible with a certain electronic device. Just choose the one specifying "iPod version", download it and then save it on your iPod. Now you will be able to see what your favourite characters are doing in case you missed an episodeor if you simply want to watch it more than once.
Dec

31

Free iMac Widgets


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posted in gadgets, by BindApple

Corporate Travel Booking Widget is a free service and a free application from Corporate widgets and Travel Widgets. This free iMac widget is great for coordinating conventions, travel plans and meetings within your company. Is great for booking travel and you have the possibility to book cruises, hotels, to rent cars and many more. You can download this widget for free at CorporateWidgets.com.
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Delivery Status is a delivery tracker that can help you keep track with your arriving packages without checking the web site every hour. All you have to do is to open this cool widget and enter your tracking number and your order number. The widget will count down the days and it will update every day automatically. If your packet status changes the widget will gibe you email notifications or pop-up message. You can keep track on more than just one order, all you have to do is to open another copy of the widget.

The Delivery Status gives you the possibility to view the orders location in Google Maps if you double-click on it. The widget has improvements for: UPS, Swiss Post, US Postal Service, Apple Japan, Yamato Transport, Google Checkout, Hermes, Royal Mail, JapanPost and Posten Norway.

The widget also gives you information about the delivery company and is very easy to set it up. You also have the possibility to sync a delivery that has more than one package.

Delivery Status is a great free iMac widget that will help you save a lot of time with your orders.



Oh, My Word! Mini is an addictive word puzzle game. This widget haves a big dictionary of words to choose and to guess from. Is the perfect application that will get you relax and make your scratch your head in the same time if you have a 5 minutes break at the office, or you can play it at home. The game is made to train your brain and if you are the kind of person who enjoys board games this widget is great for you.

Open Fire Gold Widget is a point and shoot arcade game that provides you 2 different game models with an online scoring. This is a realistic arcade gameplay that puts you in a lone operative armed character which haves a lot of land mines and a lot of explosive.

You have to keep an eye on your enemy because he is going to move his supply line through your region. You have to inflict a lot of damage with the arsenal you have (land mines and rockets) in just 110 seconds. The idea of the game is that the enemy will move supply vehicle and tanks through your region and you have to destroy the supply line with all the weapons and the entire arsenal you have. You must be careful because with each vehicle that passes your region raises the chances for the enemies to find you. This is a great free widget for your iMac if you like this king of gameplay.



GV Connect is a great free Mac widget if you are looking for an easy and a free way to send SMS messages and to call your friends using Google Voice. You can send SMS messages and call anyone you like from your Google Contacts or from your Address Book. You have also the possibility to enter a new phone number if the person you want to call is not in your computer’s Address Book or Google Contacts.

The widgets also gives you the possibility to see the all the unread messages in your inbox from Google Voice. GV Connect has a great feature that tells the time of the person you want to call; this is a great option because no one likes to be weep up in the middle of the night.



You can also verify the location of the number you want to call. The widget uses Growl notification to notify you when you have new voicemails or incoming SMS messages.

The next free widget for your iMac is an extension to Apple Mail called MailWidget. This widget will notify you when you have new mails. Is a great application if you want to keep track of your email information.

Twidget is a free Mac widget that allows you to update the Twitter status from your Dashboard. The widget has the following features: recognizes replies, it can hide or show the timeline display, it is able to display 20 most recent friends or public timeline, and it can show you the date of the tweet.



Videotron Internet Usage Monitor is a great Dashboard widget for your Mac that can tell you how much of your monthly quota you have used. You can see the download quota and the upload quota.

If you need a great notepad widget you can try DashNotes. This is a free iMac widget which allows you to take notes and then export them to your Hard Disk, Documents folder or Desktop. The widget is fully customizable because it lets you upload your favorite photos or images as the background theme.



iStat Nano is a Mac widget that gives you information about: memory usage, temperatures, CPU usage, fan speeds, hard drive space, battery usage and bandwidth usage.  The application is also able to show your public IP address. Is a great looking widget with an easy to use interface and the best feature is that is for free. Now you can have a stunning system monitor application which haves great transitions and animated menus.
Dec

21

Macbook Cases


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posted in gadgets, hardware, by BindApple

The best macbook case has to protect your macbook without adding a lot of bulk, it must leave the ventilation area unblocked and it can’t interfere with the connections and the ports. The main idea of a god macbook case is that it has to be strong, it can’t bend, disfigure, melt or wrap from the heat that your macbook is dispersing while is working.
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In the next lines we will present you a lot of great macbook cases for you to choose from.

MacBook Transparent Dark Smoke is a great macbook case that gives your macbook a unique and sleek look and in the same time it protects it against scratches. This case will not change or ruin the macbooks original look, style and shape.

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The MacBook Transparent Dark Smoke case is made from Dura-Flex plastic. This material is offers your macbook a shinny look but also a great protection. Dura-Flex is a material made from poly-carbonated material which is a malleable in any size and shape and this is the material used in bullet-proof protective glass production. This material offers your macbook a hard great shell protection and it gives it a sleek and fit look.

You don’t have to remove the case when you open your macbook because 2-piece shell allows you do to that when you close or open your macbook.

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All the holes, the disc drives, plugs and holes have cut-outs therefore you have access to all the ports you need without removing the case. The case also has rubber feet – for great stability on any surface and ventilation slots – to keep your macbook safe from overheating and allowing the internal cooling system to work very well and in safe conditions.

The MacBook Transparent Dark Smoke case is lightweight therefore it doesn’t add any weight to your macbook. This case is easy to dry and wash.

It is easy to install: the first thing you need to do is to have your macbook close when you put it on. The next step is to set your macbook the half bottom of the case. Then you have to snap on the back “hooks” and the corners. The next step is to put on the top of your macbook the top half of the case and then span on the corners. And finally you have to open your macbook, pop off the back and pull off the front corners.

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You must know that this case will not be able to protect your macbook if you drop it.

You will find this type of case in many colors like: pink, red, blue, white, silver, brown and many more.

The next great macbook case is only compatible with macbook 13 –inch display unibody. This macbook model was released in Octomber.This macbook case is transparent clear and will offer the protection your macbook needs it. It offer access to all the ports and you don’t have to take it of unless you want to wash it. It is lightweight and it offers ventilations slot, so your macbook is safe from overheating.

Cover Mac Book is a great case made from total steel molding, therefore is has a lot of strength. You can choose from different colors and designs, so instead of just one color you can personalize your macbook with a lot of pictures and designs. It gives you access to everything you need on your macbook and it very stylish.

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The next case is a special macbook case because is made from wood. The wooden laptop case is has leather inside and it has a magnetic enclosure. It looks great and it is for macbook 15’-inch display and for Macbook Pro. The leather inside prevent your macbook from getting scratched and the magnetic clasp keeps you macbook secure inside the case. It is a great case that protects your macbook even if you drop it down by accident.

Speck SeeThru case is made from translucent hard plastic and gives your macbook a great look. If offers a lot of protections, a dose of shine and a hint of color. You have access to all the ports without removing the case. You have 7 colors to choose from and to now you can express your own style through your macbook. The case has rubber feet for better support and you can personalize even more your macbook by placing business cards, pictures or other cool things underneath the SeeThru case. It is made from polycarbonate plastic that gives the case protection for your macbook. The case allows your macbook to have proper ventilation thanks to its 74 ventilation slots.

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Shadow MacBook case is made from leather and carbon fiber and is available for macbook 13-inch and macbook 15- inch display. It has a removable Plexiglas window that gives you the possibility to display or not the Apple logo on the case. The Shadow MacBook case has plush material inside for your macbooks protection and a soft feeling outside. Keeps all the slots available, so you don’t have to remove it and it offers a better protection to your macbook than other cases offer thanks the materials is made from: carbon fiber, plush and leather. Is not a cheap case, it cost $70 but is a great looking case and if you can afford it, you should buy it because it’s worth the money.

As you can see you have a lot of macbook cases to choose from, that come in a lot of colors and that are made from a lot of materials.
Dec

17

iPhone Case


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posted in gadgets, by BindApple

Your iPhone is very precious and the best way to protect it is buy it the best case or cases you can find on the market. We will help you make a decision by presenting you a lot of iPhone cases to choose from.
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Marware Sidewinder Deluxe is a case for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. It has a retractable sidearm cord winder, a scratch-resistant shell case and smart holder. All these features make it very flexible and you can carry your iPhone wherever you want in the safest way. The protective shell gives you a sleek case and makes this case ideal for your bag, purse or pocket. It provides you great access to the iPhone, it is slim, has the ideal blend of protection and fits almost anywhere. It has a dual purpose: it can be a holster case or a shell case. The Marware Sidewinder Deluxe includes: multiadapt clip base, clear shell case, clear protective film, belt clip and your own microfiber cleaning cloth. It has a lifetime warranty and it can be yours at $29.95.
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Belkin Slim-Fit Case is for any type of iPhone including iPhone 3G and the new iPhone 3GS. Offer you full functionality and protection for your iPhone. It is easy to carry and is lightweight. The case provides a belt clip and the nylon makes it durable. It has a slim profile, rigid and light layer that protects your iPhone and padding made especially to absorb all the shocks.
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Griffin Elan Clip is a holster case made for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS.  Is an elegant outer case from leather and it has a shell made from durable polycarbonate. The polycarbonate offers to your iPhone a great look and a lot of protection. The belt clip is able to rotate at 180 degrees so you don’t have to remove your iPhone from the belt if you want to check it. You can also use this if you want to watch a video or a movie on your iPhone because the clip be locked in an extended position and you can use it as a stand when you are watching your favorite video files. It has a thin screen protector and a microfiber cleaning cloth.

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PDA Skins Horizontal Organizer is a side case for iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch and other iPhone and iPod models. You can choose between 2 models: the one made from leather or the one made from microfiber material. The front compartment is especially made to hold your iPhone, your iPod or your glasses. The case has an inside compartment in which you can hold your passport or other electronic devices up to 6-inch long. The case, also, has a cash sleeve, a mirror and 5 credit card sleeves. This is a multifunctional case that gives you many ways to wear it.

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Another side case is Cellet Horiziontal Noble. This one has a horizontal loading that keeps your iPhone secure and safe thanks to a dual magnetic closure. Cellet Horiziontal Noble case is made from velvet material inside and leather outside. It also has a spring clip that will help your iPhone or iPod to stay in place.

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Sena Cases for any iPhone model have great colors, elegant looks and a slim design. Has a rigid and light protective layer made from leather and shock-absorbent padding. The case comes with a belt clip and holes for your iPhone’s speaker.

Marware C.E.O Glide is a top case for your iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS. This case offers you great protection, quick access and a slim profile to your iPhone. It is made from Nappa leather and it has a dual strap system that helps you to remove your iPhone from the case and to secure it. The interior in made from microfiber that helps to keep your iPhone clean and scratch free. The company provides lifetime guarantee for this product and it comes with a microfiber cleaning cloth and a protective film.

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iSkin solo FX is a skin case for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. It provides bold colors and great style. The case offers protection against dirt, scratches, impact and dust. The cases are available in vibrant colors, they are temperature resistant and come with mirror film. You have access to your iPhone;s camera, headphone, docking port and screen.



OtterBox Impact for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS is a skin case with a slim silicone layer. It has great durability and it is able to absorb all the impacts. You have access to all the functions, button and ports through the case and it is very comfortable to wear.

The next case is fully transparent and very fashionable, designed especially for your iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS. Smartphone Experts Full HD offers you full access to your iPhone without removing it from the case. The case is washable and it comes in many colors.
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Aquapac Handheld is a wheatear resistant case for iPod touch, iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. You like to swim a lot and when you go in the water you can leave your precious device alone, here is where this case is perfect because it is fully waterproof, sun light and salt-water resistant. Now you are able to keep you iPhone or iPod dry and clean in any conditions, and free form sand, dust and dirt. Your device will float in water and you will be able to place receive calls even you are in water with it.

Marware Sportsuit Convertible is a workout case for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. This case is 3 in 1: it can be an adjustable armband case, slim profile sleeve or a clip-on case. Has a vinyl display protector, stretchable neoprene skin, it is lightweight and slim. If offers you easy access to buttons, microphone, dock connector, speakers and minijack.
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These are some of the best iPhone cases you can find on the market and the price we pay for them can be between $10 and up to $50 depending on the product or the brand.
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