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Posted by AppleMitch2008 on August 24, 2009 at 17:37 pm
Hi guys, it’s Mitch. I know i haven’t wrote anything on here for a LONG time, but I’m hoping to change that starting with this post. So today Apple announced that their newest operating system - Snow Leopard - will be available to purchase starting this Friday, 28th August. The announcement was made around 7pm GMT on Apple.com, much to the praise from fans, that have been waiting for this operating system for over 2 years. The newest OS will be priced at a very reasonable $29 (£36) and will include features that are dubbed ‘Next-gen technologies’ and will be Faster, better, and easier to use.
For more information on Snow Leopard, head on over to http://www.apple.com
Posted by AppleMitch2008 on January 22, 2009 at 17:42 pm
As the app store has recently passed the 500,000,000 apps downloaded, i thought it would be good to share with you my top 5 apps that i myself have downloaded for the app store.
5. Backgrounds.
This is a great app for anyone who gets bored easily of there wallpaper and likes to change it around once a week, or even once a day.It has a huge selection of wallpapers that will appeal to you. With categories such as; Cars, movies, funny, nature, fantasy, music, animals, technology and so many more, you will always find a wallpaper to suit your mood. This is a free app and is highly recommended.
4. Inside Xbox
This app is for people who have an Xbox live account and like to view there own or friends Gamerscores, view what games your friends are playing, and view peoples profiles. Anyone familiar with the new Xbox experience knows that the cover flow-like interface is amazing, for Inside Xbox, this has been made smaller, and is really just a mini version of the dashboard. It’s great fun to play around with, and i definitely recommend it to anyone with Xbox live.
3. Tap Tap Revenge
For Those not familiar with tap tap revenge, it is the iPhone/iPod touch equivalent to Guitar Hero. There is 3 colours and notes coming at you. To get points, just tap the correct colour notes as they are passing the line. With a ton of downloadable songs, its easy to see why it’s one of the most downloaded apps from the App store. You also have the option to play online, and there is a leaderboard per song too. This app is free, but could easily be worth $5. If you dont already have this, Get it now!
2. Ustream.tv
This is a brand new app to the app store, but already a highly downloaded one. It allows people to watch Ustream shows Live or Recorded on there iPhone or iPod Touch. These streams are usually in High quality for such a portable device. Built in is a search button, so you can search for your favourite broadcasters. A great app and i also use it everyday.
1. Twitterrific
Now this is my favourite app for a few reasons. I am an avid twitter user and i use this about 10 times a day for checking and sending tweets. if you’re a twitter user, i definitely recommend this app. The interface is simple but great, not much else i can say, except an amazing app!
Posted by AppleMitch2008 on January 5, 2009 at 19:40 pm
So, the holidays are drawing to a close and school has started up for most schools again. So lets face it. Not much to look forward to yet..except tomorrow’s Macworld event. Held in San Francisco, CA, the event happens once a year, and is home to all things Apple. A few shocks arose this year as Pre-Macworld announcements indicated two suprises to Apple users and fans. One is that Steve Jobs will NOT be presenting the famous Keynote to announce new and upgraded Macs, but instead Apple worker Phil Schiller will be presenting and the second is although Macworld is based heavily upon Apple, it was announced in Mid-december that this will be apple’s last appearence at Macworld. So with all things aside, everyone is looking forward to tomorrow’s (today in the UK) event, including me. So here are my predictions for Macworld 2009.
The iPhone Nano
The iPhone nano has been a rumour on everyone’s lips since the release of the new iPod’s in early september. I think the iPhone nano will have the same features as the current iPhone 3G, but will be a bit smaller, and available in more colours than just black and white. what everyone would also like to see is a drop in price!
End of the Mac Mini/ Updated Mac Mini
This is one that has been going around since last year. It is rumoured that the Mac Mini is either going to stop shipping or it’s getting a SERIOUS update. The Mac Mini is years overdue for a Re-design and if this product is not finished, then i think they will change the colour scheme to match the current Macbooks, Macbook Pro’s, cinema displays and the iMac’s.
Mac OS X 10.6 ‘Snow Leopard’
This prediction is so strong, i’m almost certain about it. This is a Must have for this years Macworld keynote as users are dying for it to be annouced. It’s said that snow leopard will include Multi touch functionality and more. Surely it cant be a bigger jump from Tiger to Leopard witch seen +300 new features added, but no doubt this will be great.
So, what are your predictions do you agree or disagree with mine? Leave a comment bellow.
Posted by AppleMitch2008 on December 7, 2008 at 18:19 pm
With the holidays fast approaching, and deals popping up everywhere, i thought what better post, than a top 7 gadgets for holidays post! So here we go.
1.) iPod Touch 2G - Buy Now
A must have gift for any teen this year is a iPod Touch 2nd generation. Me being the tech enthusiast i am, i’m getting one of these myself this holiday season. With the option of a 8gb, 16gb or a 32gb storage capacity, you can’t go wrong, either one you choose. Prices for the iPod are as follows;
8GB - £169/$229.
16GB - £199/$299
32GB - £260/$399
2.) iPod Nano 4G. - Buy Now
The iPod nano is also a must have for people not wanting to spend alot of money, but still want to get the perfect gift. I know about 4 people getting one of these for christmas. one of the main reasons is the dimensions, Its curved class, but INCREDIBLY thin body packs a bunch compared to other MP3/MP4 players out there. Also what makes this device great, is its ability to play videos AND the built in accelerometer. Prices;
8GB - £108/$149
16GB - £179/$199
3.) Western Digital My Book External Hard Drive - Buy Now
Now everybody knows that one day, they are gonna turn on there computer and find out there hard drive(s) is nearly full. So for any tech loving person like myself, you can never go wrong with external hard drives. The finest and cheapest are Western digital hard drives. Ranging from 160GB to a whopping 1TB, there is something to suit everyone.
4.) Mirrors Edge (Xbox 360, PS3, PC) - Buy Now
Mirrors edge is a 3rd person running/parkour game developed by EA in which you run around a city, trying to escape from police. I already have this for 360 and there is only one thing i can say about it - MUST BUY! this is easily one of the best games out this year and will surely be flying off the shelves. Its out on PS3 and Xbox 360, But as of January 9th, will be available on PC.
5.) iTunes Gift Card -Buy Now
If you have an iPod, old or new, and iTunes gift card always comes in handy. Sure, you can torrent your music and videos, but if you have a new iPod/iPod touch, this gift card can help you pay for TV shows, Movies or even some applications for your iPod Touch/ iPhone. You can never go wrong with an iTunes gift card!*If you are going to purchase one, please purchase the (product) red gift card, so 10% of the earnings go to help fight AIDS in africa.
6.) Mountain Dew 12/24/42/72 pack! - UK - Buy Now
Now we know this isnt a tech item, but we do know that geeks love this drink. This UK website sells individual cans, or cases of mountain dew for people who like or want to try mountain dew, who cant get it in the UK. The prices are very good, and the drink is VERY good. Go on, buy a geeks favourite drink!
7.) Laserpod! - Buy Now
Now, anyone who follows or is a subscriber of thecreativeone or AdiBlasi on YouTube, will know that this laserpod is amazing. Sending multi-coloured lights to the roof of any room in the house to create a mystical glow upon the ceiling. It comes with Inter-changable cases, to change the effect. It’s beatiful to look at, and for only £35/$63, truly worth it. Shine it on your ceiling while your sleeping, and if you wake up in the night, there will be a beautiful pattern!
I hope you enjoyed looking at these items and i hope it gave you ideas into what to get your geek these holidays! Thanks for reading,
Mitch.
Posted by AppleMitch2008 on October 31, 2008 at 16:50 pm
I thought I should let the readers and writers of SaltyTech know a bit more about me, So I though what better way than for me to do a Harrys Tech Survey, So here it is!
1. What is the main OS you use today
I use Windows Vista as my main OS although i cant wait for Windows seven.
2. How many desktops do you own
I own one desktop, Which is a Compaq Pasario
3. How many Laptops do you own
I own 2 laptops which include a Acer aspire 5040 and a Dell Inspiron
4. What is the highest spec system you currently use
The highest spec system would be the Dell Inspiron.
5. What is the highest spec system you have ever used
The highest spec system I’ve EVER used is a Apple Mac Pro. It’s amazing and i hope to get it soon
6. Which piece of software do you run, that is the most system hungry i.e Photoshop, Final Cut etc.
The most system hungry would be between Adobe Photoshop CS3 extended or Adobe Dreamweaver CS3
7. Software you use for photo editing
Adobe photoshop CS3 extended.
8. Software you use for Movie editing
Windows movie maker, but I don’t video edit.
9. What is your current web browser
My current and favourite web browser is Mozilla firefox
10. Is your current browser the best you have ever used, if not; which was
Yes, Firefox FTW
11. Which do you prefer Mac OSX, MS Windows, Linux, Unix, BeOS or any other
I would say Microsoft Windows because i’ve used it since i was about 7 and i know it in and out. I am also hoping to learn how to use Mac OS X and Linux Ubuntu.
12. If you have used windows before which has been your favorite version, i.e Win 95, Win 98 etc.
My favourite by a long way would be Microsoft Windows XP
13. If you have used Mac’s before which has been you favorite version, i.e OS9, Panther, Tiger etc
My favourite would have to be Mac OS X 10.5 leopard because of the 300+ additional features
14. Do you have any Tech related qualifications
Nopee, i’m 13 lol.
15. Out of all the technology revolutionaries, who do you most think inspires you. (S. Jobs, B. Gates, S. Wozniak, P. Allen etc etc)
I would say Steve jobs because he gave us Apple!
16. If you could have any gadget in the world not yet invented to help you what would it be and do for you.
I’d make a room tidying device, so it can tidy my room and make my workspace look a bit neater. 
17. Which search engine do you use
Google all the way
18. What is your favorite Apple product of all time
My favourite Apple product of all time is either the iPod or the iPhone
19. Have you ever tried a Linux distribution
No i have not.
20. Can you program and if so what languages
I can program in basic HTML and thats it.
21. Have you ever developed your own Web Page or for another person
I’m in the process of developing a web page for myself!
22. Which Office suite do you use, MS Office, Neo, Lotus 123 etc
I’ve used MS office forever lol, so i’ll be sticking with that.
23. Have you ever opened a Laptop to repair or upgrade
I dont think i have , but i do open them and take them apart for fun.
24. Do you own an iPhone or iPod Touch
i own an iPod touch but its in the cupboard, ready for Xmas lol.
25. If you answer yes to above what is you favorite App for the iPhone or iPod Touch
Although i dont have one YET, my favourite app is still Twitteriffic. Genius!
26. Do you hold stocks with a Technology Company, just Yes or No, no personal details.
Not yet
27. What do you see for the future of Technology.
Macbooks you can fit in your pocket; 16 terrabite hard drives !
28. Do you have a network running in your Home
I Have a NETGEAR network running in my home.
29. Favorite Computer related movie
Pirates of sillicon valley or Hackers
30. What is your opinion of the Apple logo
The apple logo is so simple yet effective. its great!
31. What is your opinion of the Windows logo.
I think its good, but could be improved.
32. Do you own a Tech Tool Kit for computers
Nope i don’t.
33. Which games console do you prefer
I’m gonna go with Xbox 360 all the way!
34. How long have you been using computers for?
Since i was about seven, so about seven years
35. Do you have external Storage backing up your work.
yes, i have a 500 gb mybook which contains all my music , video and important files.
36. Is your network wireless or hard line
Wireless FTW
37. Do you use your computer for your main source of income (No personal details)
No, but i hope too.
38. Would you class yourself as a Geek
Yes, i do. I’m a geek and proud.
39. Would you class your computer usage as an obsession
Yeah, i would lol
40. Have you watched Pirates of Silicon Valley and if so what did you think
I did watch it, and u think it was a great movie
So there it is guys, more about me and my techness. lol. Hope you enjoyed reading it!
-Mitch
Posted by AppleMitch2008 on September 23, 2008 at 13:39 pm
Hey Guys, It’s Mitch.
So, Anyone who has been on Apple.com recently will have noted that Adobe CS4 is now available for pre-order. Finally! . There is an option of 4 packs ; Design premium, Design standard, Web premium and Web standard. Here is a list of the elements and prices of these packs:
Design Premium:
Acrobat 9 Pro
Dreamweaver CS4
Flash CS4 Professional
Fireworks CS4
Illustrator CS4
InDesign CS4
Photoshop CS4 Extended
Price for full : $1799.95
Upgrade : $599.95
Design Standard :
Acrobat 9 Pro
Illustrator CS4
InDesign CS4
Photoshop CS4
Price for Full: $1,399.95
Upgrade: $499.95
Web Premium:
Acrobat 9 Pro
Contribute CS4
Dreamweaver CS4
Flash CS4 Professional
Fireworks CS4
Illustrator CS4
Photoshop CS4 Extended
Soundbooth CS4
Full: $1,699.99
Upgrade: $599.95
Web Standard:
Contribute CS4
Dreamweaver CS4
Flash CS4 Professional
Fireworks CS4
Full: -$999
Upgrade: $399.95
So there it is . Adobe CS4 , i hope you enjoy it. i know i will ;p. Sorry this was so long, but i hope it was informative.
Mitch
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