Ubuntu Karmic Koala 9.10 Themes

Theme Names (i. aquadreams, ii. balanzan, iii. bamboo-zen, iv. exotic, v. infinity, vi. karmic-nights, vii. showtime, viii. tropical, ix. ubuntu-sunrise, x. wild-shine)

Click on the themes above to get a closer view. How to install? Follow commands below

1. Edit /etc/apt/sources.list file
2. gksudo gedit /edit/apt/sources.list
3. Add following lines (deb http://ppa/launchpad.net/bisigi/ppa/ubuntu karmic main AND deb-src http://ppa.launchpad.net/bisigi/ppa/ubuntu karmic main)
4. Add GPG Key using command (sudo add-apt-repository ppa:bisigi)
5. Update source list using command (sudo aptitude update)
6. Just change the theme name listed above to apply theme e.g to install first 'aquadreams' theme enter (sudo aptitude install aquadreams-theme)

Note: These Themes have been tested and works absolutely fine.

Mozilla SeaMonkey 2.0

Mozilla SeaMonkey is a 'All in One' Internet Suite. It allows to do more than what a simple Firefox browser can do. It is a open source cross platform and consists of SeaMonkey browser, Email and News Client, HTML editor, IRC Client. This multifunctional project is created in C++, XUL, XNL, JavaScript. The New version uses the same platform like Firefox 3.5.4 and includes

1. Feed Support
2. Tabs restoration after crash or restart
3. Tabbed mail
4. HTML5 features (like video and downloadable fonts)
5. Lightning Calender Add-On
6. Email retrieval via IMAP and sync

Check System requirements

Download Mozilla SeaMonkey 2.0

Google Map Navigation for Android 2.0

With Google Mobile based Open source Operating System Android 2.0 just announced and here we are with probably a first killing application for Android 2.0. Whenever a new product is announced from Google it always give a feeling of two bits i.e 0 or 1. We know that despite of much rumors and publicity of Google Wave it could not reach users hearts. Although there are a huge number of best features included with tremendous effort from Google Wave. But it seems that it is somehow a more professional and advanced purpose application.

After a huge success for Google maps, they have finally decided to kick start the wireless. Google Map Navigation beta just launched is determined to be a much better app than its predecessors. Unfortunately its for Android based devices but still its going to have a one on one war with paid Apple apps like TomTom for iPhone. The first phone to get this treat is none other than Motorola Droid. Google Map Navigation for Android 2.0 features include

1. 3D Navigation
2. Updated maps
3. Search in English
4. Search by Voice
5. Shortest Path First
6. Satellite View
7. Street View
8. And lastly its FREE

Watch Video below to have a close look

Download Firefox 3.5.4

New version of Firefox is ready for its users. This version is more stable, includes bug fixes which might have slow browsing experience due to security loopholes. It is recommended to download it. However who are already using Firefox 3.5.3, it has been automatically updated. If not then you should download it now.

Download Firefox 3.5.4

Android 2.0 Announced

Google open source OS for mobile, Android 2.0 SDK is announced recently. Also known as Eclair, it is going to be competitive. Android 2.0 features include

1. Multiple accounts for email and contact sync.
2. Instant access for contacts
3. Better search option for SMS
4. Camera options
5. Android Virtual Keyboard
6. Enhanced Browser features
7. Bluetooth 2.1 support

Check out Official page for a comprehensive list of features.

Android 2.0 screenshots



Android 2.0 Video



System Requirements for Android 2.0 SDK

Download Android 2.0 SDK

Backup Google Chrome

Previously we covered two ways to Backup your Firefox data. Now we will show how to back up Google Chrome. In order to backup your Google chrome settings and passwords so that you don't have to make Google Chrome re-remember passwords, install Google Chrome Backup. Just run the wizard choose the backup file path and backup Google Chrome. To restore Google Chrome add the profile, right click and select 'restore this profile'. Multiple profiles can be created for different purposes.

Download Google Chrome Backup

Google Voice - Adobe AIR Desktop Utility

Mac OS X Theme Pack for Ubuntu

Mac machines are no doubt very expensive for average users. And for many people out there Windows is the first and last option. However if you are a lover of Open source community like Ubuntu OS then there's a treat for you. You can convert your very own Ubuntu OS to Mac OS X with Mac OS X Theme Pack for Ubuntu. This theme pack will make Linux desktop virtually identical to that of Mac OS X.

Follow steps below

1. Download Mac4Lin and unzip
2. Run the command "*./Mac4Lin_Install_v1.0.sh" (where as * is the path to your unzipped Mac4Lin Folder) and always answer "y"to all questions.
3. Install necessary packages with the command "sudo apt-get install awn-manager compiz emerald"
4. Go to Applications>Accessories>Avant Window Navigator (AWN)
5. Panel management AWN select "Themes" and import theme contained in subdirectory of AWN installation directory Mac4Lin
6. Click System>Preferences>Appearance>Background and select wallpaper from "Goodies" Mac4Lin installation directory
7. Reboot

Download Mac OS X Theme Pack for Ubuntu (33MB)

Geniale Language Translator

Geniale Translator is an Adobe AIR based Desktop Application. This application uses Google Translation API to translate different languages. Geniale Translator uses real time translation mechanism for which you don't have to hit Translate button. It supports 31 different languages. Good feature about this software is its support to load text document for language conversion. Simply select 'From' language and 'To' language options and hit Enter. You can also save the converted text translation as .txt file.


Requirements: Adobe AIR

Download Geniale Translator

Recover iPod Files

Recover My iPod is a iPod recovery software to recover accidentally deleted data from your iPod. With Recover My iPod you can recover music, video, pictures or any other files previously stored on it.

*This software supports formats like m4a, mp3, mov, quicktime, jpeg etc.
*Supports all kinds of iPods like iPod, shuffle, iPod Mini, Nano etc
*Recovers data after an iPod Reset or Restore.
*Recover from iPod "Drive not formatted" message or when iPod is not recognized by PC.

Follow Step by Step guidelines for iPod data recovery.

Download Recover My iPod and Get FREE License key.

How to Find any Windows Key

If you're planning to re-install Winodws 7, Vista, XP, 2000 or any other Desktop Software and you can't find the Product key or serial number, Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder can help you.

Key Features

>No installation required
>Product keys are found immediately
>Multiple options for saving the key

Download Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder

c2i GMail Notifier for Win7

c2i GMail Notifier is a simple Desktop App which notifies you when you receive new Emails on GMail account. It is fully compatible with only Microsoft Windows 7.

Features include
1. Shows Unread Emails
2. Refresh Emails
3. Send, receive, View Emails

Download c2i GMail Notifier v 1.0.0.0 (1.5MB)

Google Offline Gears

Wonder what you might do if you go suddenly Offline doing some important assignment on GMail or Google Docs. Well if you are on a laptop or using UPS for Desktop you can get help from Google Gears Offline installer. Google Gears allow you to back up your GMail and Google Docs to work in Offline environment.

For Offline GMail:

1. Go to your GMail account
2. Click Settings > Offline tab
3. Check 'Enable Offline Mail for this Computer'
4. Install Offline Access for GMail
5. Now there will be a new option at upper right hand before 'Settings' named 'Offline'.
6. Click it, Allow access, choose shortcuts and start Offline installation.

For Offline Google Docs

1. Go to Google Docs page
2. Click Get started with Google Docs
3. On upper right hand corner before 'Settings' click 'Offline'
4. Allow access, choose shortcuts and start Offline installation.
5. Now you can modify your Google Document, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Form.

You can also download your Google Docs in PDF HTML etc format.