It’s no secret that everyone is developing a taste for free open source alternatives to traditional proprietary software. Mozilla Firefox as an alternative to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer browser is my favorite example when I explain ‘Open Source alternative’ to a friend or a family member. Even if you haven’t actually stepped out of your way […]
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Adobe Photoshop $650 Gimp $0 Saving a bunch on software – Priceless!
I came across an article on TechCrunch about Adobe’s release of free, ad supported online version of Photoshop in six months. A quote from TechCrunch: One of the risks of trying to find a niche to build a startup is that the big guys can land on your face at any time. That’s why all […]
Can the New Hotmail Take Over Gmail?
Hotmail defined the web mail paradigm when it came out and indeed my very first email account was with hotmail. But, Google took over this space with unmatched features, storage space and just the ease of using email for power users as well as regular users. Now, Hotmail is taking another shot at regaining it’s […]
Quick Tip: Unclutter Gmail Inbox From gBuzz Mails
Google Buzz is creating quite a buzz since Google introduced it a couple of days. It appeared in my Gmail yesterday and I started playing with it. First thing I noticed was that any buzz update was coming to my Gmail inbox. No, no, no, no. I am trying to do a ‘Inbox Zero’ by […]
Netflix Charts the Fastest ISPs
I have always wondered if AT&T’s DSL or Comcast’s cable modem is faster in our area. They both offer comparable speeds at comparable prices. But, these numbers come from the ISPs themselves. Tests with sites like Speedtest.net can give me an answer to some extent. But, there is a more definitive answer now. From Netflix. […]
Enso Launcher Commands Cheatsheet
I recently reviewed Enso Launcher – a free program launcher at TechieBuzz and have started using it in my laptop religiously and I am amazed at the productivity it brings with it. Enso caught my attention when it was made free recently and it was $40 before then. It is often compared to Mac’s QuickSilver […]
Firefox 3.5.1 Security Update – Install it now
There was a critical security vulnerability detected in last week’s Firefox 3.5 release. Mozilla has reacted quickly and has pushed a security update that fixes this security hole. If you are running Firefox 3.5, go to Help -> Check Updates and update to Firefox 3.5.1 immediately. You can find more details here.
ShanKri-la Feature: Cure for Package Tracking Addiction
I order a lot of stuff online and I usually bookmark whatever carrier is about to deliver my package and keep hitting refresh to see where my order is at the moment. I am like a child waiting to open Christmas gifts. Very very impatient. While waiting for the George Foreman grill we ordered, I […]
New Firefox Add-ons Website Coming Soon
We have seen plenty of coverage recently about the upcoming release of Firefox 3. A lesser known fact is that this release is accompanied by a new Firefox add-ons site and is right now available for preview here. I for one love it’s clean look and pleasing colors. They have done some nice changes to […]
Awesome New Gmail Feature – Google Search
I can’t count the number of times I had to leave Gmail to open a new tab in Firefox to do a Google Search to include a link in the email. Gmail Labs has made that a thing of the past. Google Search in Gmail I can perform Google Search right inside Gmail now. It […]
Crgslst.com – Better Craigslist Interface Alternative
I use Craigslist a lot. I have found free boxes for moving, a couch, a car vacuum and many more things from my local sellers through Craigslist. In fact, my wife even finds some freelance web development/WordPress work through Craigslist. Craigslist operates with the less is more motto. No web 2.0 graphics. No ajax. No […]
Gmail Priority Inbox Finds Your Important Emails
I am sure getting overwhelmed by email everyday is the norm these days. I am no different. But, with Gmail and its filters and labels and stars and zillion cool labs features, I try keep my sanity when I am looking at my inbox. And it works to a certain extent. Still a lot of […]
ShanKri-la Feature: Remember the Milk
Back in the days, I was writing down tasks I want to get done in pieces of paper stuffed in my wallet. I know it’s archaic and wasn’t fun but it worked for me. But, with the advent of Google Calendar and other web applications I decided to dump my old system and try something […]
Conan, Meet Googlers. Googlers, Meet Conan.
Conan O’Brien, the new Twitter rockstar, stepped into the Google headquarters to meet the Googlers. Conan, meet Googlers. Googlers, meet Conan. A must see video: Funny, isn’t it? [via Infotainment]
Google Spreading Some Free WiFi Holiday Cheer
Google was in the news recently for announcing free Wi-Fi to all passengers on Virgin America flights this holiday season. Now, they have extended the free wi-fi offer to passengers traveling via these 47 airports in the US. So, if you one of the millions who will be spending time at airports around the US […]
