Saturday, October 31, 2009

AIR RSS Readefined

There are many options to read your RSS reads. One of the most popular is Google Reader. If you are looking for an Adobe AIR application, you got it. Readefine Desktop is a very simple application for reading RSS reads in column layout. It converts articles into simple Text, HTML format for an easy read. Readefine offers fully customizable text layout to change font, column width, paragraph etc settings. There are 4 options available to read RSS feeds

1. From Web URL
2. From Computer
3. Via Copy and Paste
4. From Google Reader

Supports Windows, Mac, Linux platforms. Keyboard shortcuts can also be availed for quick work.


Requirements: Adobe AIR

Download Readefined

Kaspersky Anti-Virus for MAC

Kaspersky has unleashed Anti-Virus protection system for MAC. Kaspersky v8.0.1.358 will now server its purpose specifically for Mac users. Kaspersky Anti-Virus v 8.0.1.358 includes

1. Real time protection of computer systems
2. Searching and deactivating malicious code on user request
3. Creating a copy of each infected object before disinfecting or deleting it
4. Creating backup copies of all updated files
5. Mac Style appearance
6. Copying updated files on local source to allow other networked computers to access them reducing internet traffic
7. Creating a detailed report of each Kaspersky component


Download Kaspersky Anti-Virus for Mac (Trial Version) + Documentation

Firefox/4.0 & 3.7 Linux Theme Mockups

Mozilla Firefox team has shown up Firefox 4.0 Linux Mockup themes couple of days ago. Major changes include "Tabs on Top", "Hiding the menu bar" and "Browser sync with Mozilla Weave".


In addition Linux Theme Mockup for Firfox 3.7 include Visual style update, Theme variations for different systems, Consistent back/forward buttons, Curvier tab shape, removing toolbar separators.


10 Google Wave Invitations Giveaway

Google Wave is an online Communications and Collaboration tool. It is much like a Multi-Comm product with some Professional features. Google Wave for public will open in early 2010 and for now its only invites based We will be giving away 10 Google Wave invitations to our lucky readers.

Criteria: Enter your Emails in comment box and RT
Deadline: 5th November
Results: 6th November

Try your luck, and Bookmark to check back!

Vimeo Desktop Uploader

Vimeo Desktop Uploader allows to upload multiple videos at once. With this Adobe AIR based application it is possible to do custom settings like pause, resume uploading, add titles, tags and basic privacy settings for videos. Vimeo gives basic version absolutely free for casual uploaders and supporting options like

1. High Quality Video
2. 500/MB Upload Space
3. Upload 1 HD Video/Week
4. 3 Albums, 1 Group, 1 Channel
5. No bandwidth or time limits
6. Basic Video player customization
7. Password protected videos

Requirements: Adobe AIR

Go to free Registration page

Download New Firefox 3.6 Beta 1

The new speedy version of Firefox 3.6 Beta 1 is now available for download officially. Built on web rendering engine Gecko 1.9.2 contains many improvements like

1. Browser’s appearance with single click, with built in support for Personas.
2. Alert users about out of date plugins.
3. Full screen video support with poster frames.
4. WOFF font format support.
5. Improved JavaScript, startup time, and browser responsiveness.
6. CSS, DOM and HTML5 support.


Download Mozilla Firefox 3.6 Beta (8MB)

Virtual Desktop Manager for Windows 7

Virtual Desktop Manager for Windows 7 helps to work in a pre defined way. Assign your tasks to individual Virtual Desktops to avoid any messy work. An icon is placed on the task bar and allows to switch desktops just like Ubuntu by right click. Virtual Desktop Manager for Windows features include

1. Panel integration
2. 64 bit support
3. Desktop switching keyboard shorcuts
4. Individual Desktop 'Mini Window' overview
5. Support for Flashing Windows
6. Drag n Drop
7. No Administrator rights
8. No installation required


Download Virtual Desktop Manager for Windows 7

Set Bing's photo as Desktop Wallpaper

Not many out there really want to type www.bing.com in address bar for search purposes, Thanks to embedded search option available within browsers. Though it should not be the case with www.google.com, as you don't want to miss out their doodles, or do you?. But what if you do want to go to Bing's site just to ping new homepage Wallpapers? There's a utility for that!

Bing Paper makes easier to set Desktop wallpaper to that of current Bing Image. You don't have to keep visiting site again and again just to set Bing image as desktop wallpaper. Schedule it as a task to automate the process.


Download BingPaper (913KB)

Friday, October 30, 2009

HTC with Android 2.0?

Rumors about HTC getting Android 2.0 was true as confirmed by @htc. A user has reported to have installed Android 2.0 Eclair on HTC Dream. After viewing the video it doesn't give the beauty it deserves and doesn't even come up with users expectations. For testing purpose you can download the code here. If you are new to HTC then it is recommendable to wait for a much mature launch.


LG GW620 Etna Android Cellphone

LG is all set to announce a new Android based Smartphone named GW620. Since the Official press release on 14 September, not much news were coming from LG press center. However Motorola Droid, Cliq and HTC Hero has got much of the attention. According to initial speculations Codenamed Etna will be introduced with real time social networking, 5 Line Qwerty keyboard, 3-inch full touchscreen, 5MP Camera and 3.5mm head phone jack for media. New mini launch site was taken down as the rumors surpassed. Nonetheless Android version for LG GW620 is still not announced yet.



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Facebook Explorer

Facebook Explorer is a mini Facebook gadget for Windows 7. It lets you track incoming messages as well as enable you to change your status from the sidebar. Some of its features are

1. Easy to use interface
2. Stores login information
3. Set or Clear status
4. View summary lists of friends activities

Download Facebook Explorer

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Unblock Blocked sites using Firefox AddOn

You might have come across couple of incidents in a networked environment like 'Unable to install .exe files' and 'Unable to open restricted sites' due to lack of Administrator privileges. This happens mostly in Offices and Universities to avoid unnecessary HD consumption or even can become cause for spreading viruses, spyware, malwares. However this is a security measure and should be taken by Administrators to secure the network if not. However you can still install Firefox browser in any drive of your choice. It uses less system resources and hence doesn't require any Administrator rights. Now to access blocked site's you can use an Add-On for it.

Go2 Proxy grants access to any blocked sites like Facebook or Orkut, if its your case. When not able to access any site just click 'Try with Go2 proxy' for readily access.

Requirements: Firefox 1.5-3.6a1pre

Download GO2 Proxy Add-On

New Orkut Redesigned

Orkut, one of biggest social network of its time is redesigned now showing some competitiveness to its rival Facebook. This new version is specifically redesigned with the help of Google WebTool Kit (GWT). So whats new with New Orkut?

1. Fewer pages with fast Browsing
2. More simpler interface
3. Profile, Homepage personalization with colors and style
4. Easier Navigation for other Google Apps like Images, Videos, Gmail, Maps etc.
5. All in one notifications for Friend request, testimonials, community requests, Birthday announcements
6. Status updates
7. Friends updates on homepage
8. Latest Activity updates
9. Video Chat
10. Easy scrapping



Requirements: Google chrome, Firefox, IE 8 (IE 6 not supportable)

Check out new www.orkut.com (requires invitation). For limited invitations fill out this form with your email address and answer a small question, "ORKUT IS ___".