Archives for October 9th, 2006

Google Reader Gets A Few More Small Updates

Google had a look at what everyone had to say about the Google Reader's recent update and responded by adding a few new features! As if the last update wasn't enough they added a few really important features this time around.

October 9th, 2006
Google Reader Gets A Few More Small Updates

Download Windows Live OneCare 1.5 Beta – Vista Compatible

I can't believe it took so long but Microsoft finally released a Vista compatible version of Windows Live OneCare. I have almost gotten up the nerve to try it out but I just don't feel secure using an antivirus by Microsoft...and I don't know why.

October 9th, 2006
Download Windows Live OneCare 1.5 Beta – Vista Compatible

Google Acquires YouTube For $1.65 Billion

It has been announced that Google just bought YouTube for a measly $1.65 billion. That's not really that much money, right? :)

October 9th, 2006
Google Acquires YouTube For $1.65 Billion

Big Day For Microsoft Tomorrow: Patches, XP SP1, And IE7?

Microsoft has a pretty big day tomorrow and it could be even bigger than expected. First off it is Patch Tuesday and they have 11 patches that they plan to distribute that will fix some bugs. Six of those 11 patches are going to be for Windows.

October 9th, 2006
Big Day For Microsoft Tomorrow: Patches, XP SP1, And IE7?

Topics Mozilla Covered In The Meeting With Microsoft

Mozilla has returned from Microsoft's headquarters after meeting with the Open Source Director regarding Windows Vista. There were several different things that Mozilla wanted to address especially concerning new security features and restrictions that Microsoft placed in Vista. Here are some of the things that Mozilla had wanted to discuss:

October 9th, 2006
Topics Mozilla Covered In The Meeting With Microsoft

Google Works On Integrating Their Services Together

Late last week Google announced that they were not going to be launching any new services for a little while. Their primary focus will now be revamping their already released products. We have already seen evidence of this happening with the recent update to Google Reader.

October 9th, 2006
Google Works On Integrating Their Services Together

Open/Save OpenOffice.org Files In Microsoft Office

Many of you probably aren't aware that Microsoft has been working on an Open Document Format (ODF) Converter for Office 2007, 2003, and XP. It will essentially allow you to import files in the Open Document Format and export them as needed.

October 9th, 2006
Open/Save OpenOffice.org Files In Microsoft Office

Microsoft Working On Animated Desktop Wallpapers For Vista Release?

Rumors are now starting to float around that Microsoft has a project called Motion Desktop in store for those who purchase Windows Vista when it is released. Just like the name implies it will be some sort of animated desktop that will also allow for interactivity with the user.

October 9th, 2006
Microsoft Working On Animated Desktop Wallpapers For Vista Release?

CyberNotes: Philips Simplicity Line Designed To Be Simple

About a month ago, we wrote about the Philips In Touch, a message board of the future; part of the Simplicity brand that Philips has recently introduced.  It's described as simple technology that makes sense, and that's easy to use -- "technology that's pure simplicity." The In Touch is undoubtedly unique, innovative, and simply cool.  Last week in London, Philips held their Simplicity Event to debut their products that are expected to hit the market shortly.  Here's CyberNet's top 5 items from Philips Simplicity Line:

October 9th, 2006
CyberNotes: Philips Simplicity Line Designed To Be Simple