Have you been following all of the adventure with the iPhone? Or how about checking out those fun widgets. Just in case you’ve missed any of the computing blogs for this past week, here they are for your browsing pleasure.
June 2nd
Apple recently unveiled the new iTunes Plus service for iTunes customers. With the service, you can download higher quality audio tracks that are DRM-free for an extra fee. But is it worth it? DRM is the technology that protects music tracks from piracy. The drawback to DRM is that the quality of a track can suffer. DRM-free music, or unprotected music, generally sounds better, with clearer tones and less overwhelming noise or screechy-ness.
June 3rd
Computing Review: May 12th through May 18th
Well, I certainly have a lot of catching up to do with my “week in review!” I have been so busy trying to get you the latest information, tips, tricks and fun websites, that I have really fallen behind on the reviews. I hope that you will forgive me, especailly after learning my good news. I will now be blogging full-time for the Computing blog in addition to blogging for the Frugal Living Blog.
June 4th
iPhone Countdown: Confirmed Release Date
It seems that we finally have a confirmed release date for the new Apple iPhone. No more speculations or rumors. The confirmed release date for the Apple iPhone is….drumroll…hey have I ever told you about the time that I skinned my knee on the playground and..just kidding. I’ll keep you in suspense no longer. June 29th is the date for the iPhone release!
Computing Blog: May 19th through May 25th
Have you caught all of the latest computing blogs? From iTunes to fun websites, to news you can use, it is all here. If you haven’t read them all, yet, I forgive you. After all, I am playing catch up myself, at least with the weekly reviews. So here you are, for your perusal: the Computing Blog review for May 19th through May 25th.
June 5th
Ready for the “D” list? Here are a bunch of words and phrases related to computers and technology. Did you know that there are some cases in the world of computers where it is okay to say “Damn?”
June 6th
Wednesday Widgets: Banana Warehouse
For today’s Wednesday Widgets, we are going to be a little playful. Game widgets are popping up faster than you can say Suduko. One cute little game is called Banana Warehouse.
June 7th
Is DRM-Free Music A Privacy Threat?
Recently I told you about the new iTunes Plus service that allows users to download protection-free (DRM-free) music selections from the iTunes store for a slightly higher price than standard music downloads. With DRM-free music downloads, sound is said to be of higher quality with less interference noise.
June 8th
The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids
The Old Farmer’s Almanac website is a wealth of fun and information for kids. The bright colors, fun animation and easy-to-use interface makes this site a winner with adults, as well as curious kids.