Saturday, June 28, 2008
Ladies and Gentlemen, Bill Gates Has Left the Building - As of June 28, Microsoft is officially sans Bill Gates
Ladies and Gentlemen, Bill Gates Has Left the Building - As of June 28, Microsoft is officially sans Bill Gates
Helpful Tricks That Your Mobile Phone Can Do - For a better "mobile world"
Your mobile phone, be it high-end or only basic-featured, can do more things than you might be aware of. We're presenting some of these "tricks" below, hoping that they will be of help, although some of you might already know one or more of them.
The GSM emergency call is the same all over the world: 112. This number can be dialed even when your keypad is locked and, on most handsets, even without a SIM card. Just try it – it works anywhere as long as a GSM network is functional. In case you locked your car key(s) inside the car and you don't have spare keys with you (let's say you're on vacation and the spare keys are at home), your mobile phone can help. Call someone that has access to the spare keys (a relative from home, maybe) and ask him/her to get the keys close to his/her cell phone and push the unlock button. Meanwhile, you have to keep your cell phone close to the car's door (at about 8 inches or 20 cm). When the other person pushes the unlock key, the car's doors will open. It even works with the trunk door – we've tested it! Of course, the "long distance door opening" is only applicable as long as your car has a remote keyless system (but most of the new cars do). In the unfortunate case your mobile phone is lost or stolen, there are little chances to ever get it back. Usually, someone else will get to enjoy the handset's functions, as putting a new SIM card in it is an easy thing to do. But there's a way to completely block the use of your "ex-phone" and not only that of your "ex SIM card". Every GSM cell phone has an IMEI code that's unique in the world and usually consists of 17 digits. This will appear on your display after dialing *#06#, without pushing any other key – not even the dial key. Sure, most of the handsets (if not all of them) also have the IMEI code written inside their cases, usually under the battery, but it's way simpler to just dial *#06# in order to find out the code. Now, assuming you know the IMEI code, when your cell phone is lost or stolen, contact your operator, give them the code and ask them to block the handset. After this is done, the device will become non-functional, regardless of the network that someone else might try to use it on. Imagine if everyone knew this "trick" – thieves would have no reason to steal cell phones anymore.
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The GSM emergency call is the same all over the world: 112. This number can be dialed even when your keypad is locked and, on most handsets, even without a SIM card. Just try it – it works anywhere as long as a GSM network is functional. In case you locked your car key(s) inside the car and you don't have spare keys with you (let's say you're on vacation and the spare keys are at home), your mobile phone can help. Call someone that has access to the spare keys (a relative from home, maybe) and ask him/her to get the keys close to his/her cell phone and push the unlock button. Meanwhile, you have to keep your cell phone close to the car's door (at about 8 inches or 20 cm). When the other person pushes the unlock key, the car's doors will open. It even works with the trunk door – we've tested it! Of course, the "long distance door opening" is only applicable as long as your car has a remote keyless system (but most of the new cars do). In the unfortunate case your mobile phone is lost or stolen, there are little chances to ever get it back. Usually, someone else will get to enjoy the handset's functions, as putting a new SIM card in it is an easy thing to do. But there's a way to completely block the use of your "ex-phone" and not only that of your "ex SIM card". Every GSM cell phone has an IMEI code that's unique in the world and usually consists of 17 digits. This will appear on your display after dialing *#06#, without pushing any other key – not even the dial key. Sure, most of the handsets (if not all of them) also have the IMEI code written inside their cases, usually under the battery, but it's way simpler to just dial *#06# in order to find out the code. Now, assuming you know the IMEI code, when your cell phone is lost or stolen, contact your operator, give them the code and ask them to block the handset. After this is done, the device will become non-functional, regardless of the network that someone else might try to use it on. Imagine if everyone knew this "trick" – thieves would have no reason to steal cell phones anymore.
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First Patch for NeoOffice 2.2.4 Out
NeoOffice users who've recently updated to version 2.2.4 can now download the first patch for their favorite free office suite of apps. NeoOffice 2.2.4 Patch 1 includes fixes, weighs in at 11MB and is available as a free download right here on Softpedia.
NeoOffice is a full-featured set of office applications developed especially for Mac OS X. It includes word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, drawing and database programs. The application is based on the OpenOffice.org office suite, integrating native Mac features. It boasts the ability to import, edit and exchange files with other office programs. Most Microsoft Office 2007 Word, Excel and PowerPoint files are supported, as well as Excel VBA Macros.With the release of NeoOffice 2.2.3, the app suite offered QuickTime video support for the first time (but only for Mac OS X 10.4.x and higher), with the ability to import images from scanners and cameras, for different kinds of projects. NeoOffice version 2.2.3 also brought command-clicking on window title bar and Mac OS X Leopard grammar checking support.NeoOffice 2.2.4 adds native floating tool windows and magnify & swipe trackpad gestures for MacBook users. For those who've had trouble with horizontal scrolling in NeoOffice 2.2.3, horizontal scroll wheel support has also been added in 2.2.4. The first patch for NeoOffice 2.2.4 fixes a few bugs and even a "possible" bug. Those include:- an issue where clipping of background images failed when printing- a problem where Fontwork was missing or banded when printing- possible crashes at startup or when editing a form in Base due to preferences corruptionUsers should note that NeoOffice 2.2.4 Patch-1 requires a full installation of NeoOffice 2.2.4 or NeoOffice 2.2.3 with NeoOffice 2.2.4 Patch-0 and will not install on any version of NeoOffice 2.2.2. Patch-1 includes all fixes and additions of previous patches.Click HERE to download NeoOffice 2.2.4 Patch 1 now.
NeoOffice is a full-featured set of office applications developed especially for Mac OS X. It includes word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, drawing and database programs. The application is based on the OpenOffice.org office suite, integrating native Mac features. It boasts the ability to import, edit and exchange files with other office programs. Most Microsoft Office 2007 Word, Excel and PowerPoint files are supported, as well as Excel VBA Macros.With the release of NeoOffice 2.2.3, the app suite offered QuickTime video support for the first time (but only for Mac OS X 10.4.x and higher), with the ability to import images from scanners and cameras, for different kinds of projects. NeoOffice version 2.2.3 also brought command-clicking on window title bar and Mac OS X Leopard grammar checking support.NeoOffice 2.2.4 adds native floating tool windows and magnify & swipe trackpad gestures for MacBook users. For those who've had trouble with horizontal scrolling in NeoOffice 2.2.3, horizontal scroll wheel support has also been added in 2.2.4. The first patch for NeoOffice 2.2.4 fixes a few bugs and even a "possible" bug. Those include:- an issue where clipping of background images failed when printing- a problem where Fontwork was missing or banded when printing- possible crashes at startup or when editing a form in Base due to preferences corruptionUsers should note that NeoOffice 2.2.4 Patch-1 requires a full installation of NeoOffice 2.2.4 or NeoOffice 2.2.3 with NeoOffice 2.2.4 Patch-0 and will not install on any version of NeoOffice 2.2.2. Patch-1 includes all fixes and additions of previous patches.Click HERE to download NeoOffice 2.2.4 Patch 1 now.
MOTORALA EQ7
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ---
Product Type: Bluetooth enabled mono headset
Color: Silver/Black ,Vacuum Metallization
Form Factor: Ear bud w/ear hook for extra security
Weight: 12 grams
Dimensions: 41mm x 18mm x 12mm
Talk Time: up to approximately 9 hours
Standby Time: up to approximately 200 hours
Connector: Micro USB – located on charging solution
EasyPair Technology
Automatic low power mode
Volume orientation
Dedicated power switch
. This device supports Bluetooth® Serial Port profile. In order for Bluetooth® devices to communicate with one another, they must utilize the same Bluetooth® profile. To determine the profiles supported by other Motorola devices, visit. www.hellomoto.com/bluetooth.For other devices, contact their respective manufacturer.Certain Bluetooth® features including those listed may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth® enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices, or by certain wireless carriers. Contact your wireless carrier about feature availability and functionality. The use of wireless phones while driving may cause distraction. Discontinue a call if you can’t concentrate on driving. Additionally, the use of wireless devices and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these products.
Airtime, data charges and/or additional charges may apply when checking compatibility.
Call button:answer, end, reject, mute and hold
Bluetooth Version: 2.0 with EDR
Bluetooth Range:Class 2 (up to 10 m/33 ft)
Bluetooth Profiles: HFP 1.5
Product Type: Bluetooth enabled mono headset
Color: Silver/Black ,Vacuum Metallization
Form Factor: Ear bud w/ear hook for extra security
Weight: 12 grams
Dimensions: 41mm x 18mm x 12mm
Talk Time: up to approximately 9 hours
Standby Time: up to approximately 200 hours
Connector: Micro USB – located on charging solution
EasyPair Technology
Automatic low power mode
Volume orientation
Dedicated power switch
. This device supports Bluetooth® Serial Port profile. In order for Bluetooth® devices to communicate with one another, they must utilize the same Bluetooth® profile. To determine the profiles supported by other Motorola devices, visit. www.hellomoto.com/bluetooth.For other devices, contact their respective manufacturer.Certain Bluetooth® features including those listed may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth® enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices, or by certain wireless carriers. Contact your wireless carrier about feature availability and functionality. The use of wireless phones while driving may cause distraction. Discontinue a call if you can’t concentrate on driving. Additionally, the use of wireless devices and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these products.
Airtime, data charges and/or additional charges may apply when checking compatibility.
Call button:answer, end, reject, mute and hold
Bluetooth Version: 2.0 with EDR
Bluetooth Range:Class 2 (up to 10 m/33 ft)
Bluetooth Profiles: HFP 1.5
HP simplifies data storage, back-up
Hyderabad, June 27 Hewlett Packard today announced the roll out of a range of disk-based storage products that simplify the cumbersome task of managing rapidly growing data.
Apart from creating backups, these products help streamline retrieval of information.
Through HP StorageWorks, the company announced a slew of products based on data de-duplication technology. These meet the requirements of not just an individual, but the growing needs of small and medium business segment as also enterprises.
“The availability of these products is backed by a strong consulting, training and implementation services through its partners,” according to Mr Jim Wagstaff, Vice-President - StorageWorks Division, HPAsia Pacific.
In a conference call hosted from Singapore along with representatives of HP India, Mr Wagstaff explained how the rapid explosion of data continues to engage IT managers. No one size fits all. Therefore, they have products and solutions that meet a small household with data storage requirement all the way up to enterprises.
It is estimated that there are about 1.5 million small and medium sized enterprises in the country alone managing their business through personal computers. Of them, 70 per cent are with offices spread around in more than one location. This poses a challenge in terms of protection and securing data. DATA DE- DUPLICATION
The Country Head of HP StorageWorks(India), Mr Manoj Suvarna, said “average requirement of these small firms varies from anywhere between 220 gigabytes to about four or five times of that. This is where de-duplication technologies help. Through this, most of the information, which is not regularly used, is backed up.”
The amount of disk and memory space required is reduced by technology developed by HP Labs. This helps create more capacity. Through de-duplication technology and HP products, it is possible to keep back-ups on disks. This is offered through simple USB access and goes on to higher levels where even parallel disaster recovery sites could be created, he said.
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Apart from creating backups, these products help streamline retrieval of information.
Through HP StorageWorks, the company announced a slew of products based on data de-duplication technology. These meet the requirements of not just an individual, but the growing needs of small and medium business segment as also enterprises.
“The availability of these products is backed by a strong consulting, training and implementation services through its partners,” according to Mr Jim Wagstaff, Vice-President - StorageWorks Division, HPAsia Pacific.
In a conference call hosted from Singapore along with representatives of HP India, Mr Wagstaff explained how the rapid explosion of data continues to engage IT managers. No one size fits all. Therefore, they have products and solutions that meet a small household with data storage requirement all the way up to enterprises.
It is estimated that there are about 1.5 million small and medium sized enterprises in the country alone managing their business through personal computers. Of them, 70 per cent are with offices spread around in more than one location. This poses a challenge in terms of protection and securing data. DATA DE- DUPLICATION
The Country Head of HP StorageWorks(India), Mr Manoj Suvarna, said “average requirement of these small firms varies from anywhere between 220 gigabytes to about four or five times of that. This is where de-duplication technologies help. Through this, most of the information, which is not regularly used, is backed up.”
The amount of disk and memory space required is reduced by technology developed by HP Labs. This helps create more capacity. Through de-duplication technology and HP products, it is possible to keep back-ups on disks. This is offered through simple USB access and goes on to higher levels where even parallel disaster recovery sites could be created, he said.
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