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It seems fairly common recently for parents to yell at their teenagers for spending possibly too much time on the Internet or computers in general.  I know I’ve heard it enough, directed both at myself when I was in high school and to others.  Some parents like to complain that… Continue Reading »

My, my Google.  That was quick.  I’ll just bet you’re a ton of fun on a date.  Launched just this past July, Google’s “Lively” program (in hindsight, one can’t help but chuckle at the name they chose), is already being killed off.  I can hear the trumpets in the background… Continue Reading »

Microsoft just announced that they are giving Windows Live a major face lift.  They plan to debut a whole bunch of new beta Windows Live features to help users combine all parts of their online life.  These features are not going to just be Microsoft services either.  But they will… Continue Reading »

So, you’ve found and purchased the camera that is just perfect for you. (If you haven’t, check out The Gadgetell guide to finding a camera)  You’ve been been playing with it, experimenting with it, and taking a ton of shots. Now what?  Well, there are quite a few options if… Continue Reading »

Looking for something to set you apart on MySpace?  Need a funky-fresh, dressed to impress photo?  Head on over to Pixisnap and use there free service to create your very own mosaics and Polaroid images.  The site is just a web application so there is no downloading.  Getting images to… Continue Reading »

Just Wednesday, Microsoft announced a site set up exclusively for tech startups.  No, working with startups isn’t a new concept for Microsoft.  But often, the programs weren’t very well known, and the scope was rather narrow.  This latest launch, BizSpark, is a different story.  First off, when joining, you get… Continue Reading »

Tough times call for tough actions.  It seems in light of all the economic bad news, lower income folks are ditching gadgets to have just one: the iPhone 3G.  Who needs two iPods?  Who needs a netbook?  Who needs a home phone line? Indeed, one could argue the iPhone is… Continue Reading »

If there ever was two things that go great together, it is peanut butter and chocolate.  If ever there were two things that go great together, it would be the aforementioned peanut butter and chocolate and then GPS and cell connection.  The pair are a regular Batman and Robin of… Continue Reading »

Kids love those darn ringtone and ringback tones.  Imagine if those same kids could share their favorite web clips just by phoning someone.  Vringo is turning a simple phone call into an expression of self that can change by the hour. A Turkish carrier has become the first to venture… Continue Reading »

What is the strongest thing in the world?  The Boy Scouts know the answer.  The Internet. Since putting their fundraising products on the Internet, the Boy Scouts have seen a 700% increase in sales.  Yes, I said 7.  700%!  Now that’s a great return on your investment.  Weaver Popcorn, the… Continue Reading »