November, 2009 — Tech News and Analysis

Archive for November 2009

You Dell Mini 10v netbook owners who can’t wait to try the early builds of Google Chrome OS on your system don’t have to wait any longer. You don’t even have to run it in a virtual machine like Kevin did, because Dell has you… Read More »

Thanksgiving isn’t just a feasting holiday, it’s also about spending time with your family, so this week I’ve been spending time with my second cousin Kristina, who is eight years old. Her favorite TV shows are Hannah Montana and Wizards of Waverly Place, which she watches… Read More »

 
 

5 Most Popular Posts on WebWorkerDaily This Week

Just in case you missed any of them, here are the five most popular posts on WebWorkerDaily this week: Must-have iPhone and iPod Touch Apps For Newbies Many folks will be getting their hands on brand-new iPhone or iPod touch over the… Read More »

I just received this email from the Wall Street Journal. I include it here in its entirety as it is self-explanatory: Dear WSJ Mobile Reader user: URGENT: UPGRADE REQUIRED FOR CONTINUED USE OF WSJ MOBILE READER Our records indicate that you have not yet upgraded to the latest… Read More »

Penny Arcade Launches Online Reality Show

You have to hand it to the guys behind Penny Arcade. What started out as a web comic a decade ago has since exploded to become a full-blown phenomenon that encompasses merchandising, video games and a convention (that tens of thousands of people attend) dedicated… Read More »

WebWorkerDaily readers are a diverse bunch. Every week, I profile a different reader and ask them to share what they do, how they do it, and some of their favorite hints and tips. Who are you and what do you do? My name’s Read More »

Netbooks, low-cost portable computers optimized for web usage, are continuing to sell at a torrid pace. If you’re in the market for one, here are eight tips to help you make a good buying decision. Read More »

Mac OS X is a wonder. When it comes to personal information management, entertainment and the Internet, it’s got all the basics covered. Beyond that, there are a handful of “essential” apps most Mac owners install on a new machine within minutes of booting it up… Read More »

I have yet to lose a gadget, but that’s not surprising since my key tools are never out of my sight or more than an arm’s reach away. I’m sure it will happen someday and that’s when I’ll wish I had a solution like the Read More »

As Lenovo steps back into the mobile business, it’s becoming clear that Android will democratize the hardware for mobile phones allowing the PC makers (both Dell and Acer are using it) to make a compelling handsets and put the hurt on traditional handset makers. Read More »

The holiday shopping season has shifted into full gear. But while online retailers are sure to see stronger sales than their offline rivals, the desperate discounts happening across the board threaten to erode any profits they may have once hoped for this season. Read More »

More Must Reads

My hunt for a cheap, 32″ LCD TV via one of Black Friday’s so-called “door-busting” sales is over. And it ended in frustration, anger and tears. OK, just anger and frustration. Like many othersRead More »

Ever since I began my quest for the ultimate minimalist Mac experience, I have failed to find an elegant and stable way to control iTunes without using the built-in controller. I thought the solution was in Bowtie, but, unfortunately, that app only provides… Read More »

Thanks to the Thanksgiving holiday, this week I’ve been able to catch up with some of the companies I’ve previously written about, such as FanSnap. It’s unveiled a new feature: Seat Alert, which notifies fans when the seats that meet their specific requirements are made available. Read More »

Stuart Elliott, who’s been the advertising columnist at The New York Times since 1991, recently wrote a piece entitled “Shows Online, Brought to You by …”. In it, he discusses a couple of upcoming web series that have partnered with advertisers excited about this emerging… Read More »

MoTR 191 is 34:55 minutes long and is a 32.1 MB file in MP3 format. CLICK HERE to download the file and listen directly. HOSTS: James Kendrick (Houston), Matthew Miller (Seattle) and Kevin C. Tofel (Philadelphia) TOPICS: Who said “smartbook?” ;) Lenovo buys back the… Read More »

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