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Safari Makes Its Move

Safari is well-known in computing circles as the “world’s fastest browser.” Now, it seems, it may become a threat to Microsoft now that it is available to Windows PC users. Up until now, Safari was only able to be used on Apple machines running Mac operating systems. But yesterday, at the WWDC event, Steve jobs announced that will soon change. Jobs unveiled a new version of safari that is compatible with windows, a move that shocked many. So why would Jobs and Apple make this move with Safari? It isn’t all that surprising when you think about it. Software can … Continue reading →

Search Your Bookmarks (Safari)

If you want to search among your sea of bookmarks, you’ll love this tip! I don’t know about you, but I collect bookmarks in my web browser faster than our dining room floor collects crumbs, and with three small children, that is saying something. There are always times where I am searching for something on the Internet, and I come across something great that I just don’t have time to dedicate to it just at that moment. Another way I wind up collecting lots of bookmarks is through recipes. There are a lot of great recipes out there, especially in … Continue reading →

New iMacs to Be “Off The Charts”

Everyone has been buzzing about possible new iMacs that may be coming soon. Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple said that the new iMacs “will be off the charts.” So what does that mean? Well, there has been some speculation about possible features. One new feature that is rumored to be part of the new iMacs is a multi-touch mouse that is highly intuitive and interactive. The mouse would differ from a regular computer touch pad in that it would be much more like the touch screen on the iPhone. With a multi-touch mouse, you may be able to squeeze … Continue reading →

iPhone News Roundup

Here is the latest news iPhone news that is making the headlines for today, July 2, 2007. Outselling estimates Before the launch of the iPhone last Friday, June 29th, analysts were predicting sales of 200,000 to 312,000 iPhones. critics thought those numbers were far too high. But, it seems both the analysts and the critics were wrong about the iPhone sales. In actuality, more than 525,000 units were sold this past weekend, according to both the Los Angles Times and Reuters in reports released today. Analyst Trip Chowdhry of Global Equities Research in San Francisco, reported that at least half … Continue reading →

Google Desktop

Can’t find that e-mail message from Lisa that had her phone number in it? And what ever happened to that photo of your son on the playground that you are sure you downloaded to your hard drive? With Google Desktop, you can easily search your entire hard drive to find what you need. Of course you are familiar with Google, the powerful search engine that you probably use everyday. In fact, it is so popular that it has spawned it’s own verb tense, as in “Okay, I admit it, I googled my old high school boyfriend, yesterday.” (Oh come on, … Continue reading →

Computing Review: April 23rd to May 4th

Miss an important Computing Blog? No fear, its all here in this review! Normally when we do our blog reviews here at Families.com, we highlight the past week. Well, I confess that I am a little late, so this review will actually cover almost two weeks! The time has been flying by fast since I have been blogging here in the Computing Blog. It has ben a fun adventure, and I look forward to hearing your comments and suggestions! Monday, April 23rd 100 Million iPods Are Sold “At this historic milestone, we want to thank music lovers everywhere for making … Continue reading →

Apple Announces The iPhone

This week at Macworld Apple announced their newest product the iPhone. The much-anticipated iPhone combines a windscreen iPod, phone, and an Internet communication device in one. One neat feature of the iPhone is going to be its Internet capabilities. The phone will come with Safari, Macs Internet browser built in. The iPhone can automatically sync with your computer at home, bringing your bookmarks with you. The iPhone’s Internet functions also enable you to download your mail to your phone. Much like other smart phones the iPhone is designed to bring your email to you, where ever you travel may take … Continue reading →