Archive for June, 2008

Rogers announces iPhone 3G plans… Where’s the Unlimited Data!

Here we have it, the iPhone 3G pricing from Rogers/Fido.   The plans all required a three year contract with Rogers but do include unlimited visual voice mail, bonus sent text messages, free evening and weekends and unlimited WiFi at Rogers and Fido Hotspots.    Each of the combination voice/data plans start at 60$ per month for [...]

Bill Gates: top ten greatest hits (and misses) – the Microsoft years

Here is the top 10 Hits and Misses.  I couldn’t agree more aside from Vista.  Although Vista was off to a slow start and missed on a number of items at delivery, it is still a solid and secure operating system.  Trouble is for Microsoft is they are having a problem adding features to a [...]

Computers in use pass 1 billion mark: Gartner

Ok, I think there are 999,999,998.   I just shutdown 2 in my office as it’s getting too hot and using too much of the “electrics”.   At any rate, is this really that impressive?   Of these 1 Billion, how many are going to landfills eventually in poorer countries. 58% of the billion is in first world [...]

Where the Hell is Matt? (2008)

Well, he’s back and better than ever.  In case you don’t remember this viral video (2005/6), Matt traveled around the world and danced, video taped it and shared it with everyone.   Now he is back and there are more folks dancing with him this time.  The music is nice to…. Brought to you in HD. [...]

Lower Data Rates for iPhone in Canada – Leaked Memo

If the rumored memo is true, and according to the National Post,  it appears that Apple may have had some pull in bringing the data rates down to a more respectable level for both individuals and enterprises.    From what I can gather, it looks like these rates will be on par with the AT&T data [...]

Firefox 3 is Here…. Get it now

The final release is now here.  Go to Mozilla and download it right away.  there are many reasons why you should switch if you are using Internet Explorer. Why should you care? It’s fast! There are a plethora of add-ons available to improve your online experience It’s not as vulnerable to security threats as the [...]

Google Toolbar for Firefox 3 Now Available

Good news! The last Add on that I have been waiting for is now working on Firefox 3.  I was missing the old toolbar and was getting used to doing searches the old way on Google directly.    Seems the new toolbar has the same functionality and will provide a reviews if I see any improvements [...]

Rogers to unveil new data plan with iPhone

It looks like Rogers will be announcing a new data plan for 3G iPhone and other High Speed wireless devices such as 3G laptop cards.   It’s good news that Rogers is recognizing that their data plans are inflexible but I reserve judgment until it’s actually in writing and announced. The head of Canada’s largest cellphone [...]

Mozilla prepares for Firefox 3 release and plans for 3.1

Mozilla has announced that June 17 is the official date of the much-anticipated Firefox 3 release. Developers and open source software enthusiasts are planning parties all over the world to celebrate the occasion. I’ll be covering the release from Mozilla headquarters in Mountain View at the official Camp Firefox event. Related Stories Firefox 3 beta [...]

Windows XP Deathwatch, T Minus 2 Weeks

June 30th is the final date that Windows XP will be sold via PC manufacturers and Retailers.    Here are some FAQs. “June 30 is Microsoft’s deadline for mainstream computer makers to stop selling new PCs with the old operating system, and the date that it will stop shipping boxed copies to retailers. That’s just two [...]