Here are the video podcasts that I enjoy watching on a regular basis. Most of these are available in HD or high quality formats. Be sure to go to the podcast site to find the HD feed and then open iTunes and use the Advanced > Subscribe to Podcast … trick to get […]
If You Like Technology You Should Watch These Great Video Podcasts
By Franklin on May 27, 2008 within Coffee Break, Lists |
Riley’s Summer 2008 Geek Movie Preview
By Riley on Apr 28, 2008 within Entertainment, Lists, Reviews |
Summer movie season is almost upon us, and I for one couldn’t me more thrilled! I always enjoy those comfy movie theatre seats and the relief of the air conditioning on those hot summer days. And let’s not forget the bonus features of popcorn, Twizzlers, and soda. I’m pretty sure I went to see some […]
Ten Alarm Clocks Perfect for Sleepy Geeks
By Riley on Feb 22, 2008 within Coffee Break, Lists | 5 Comments
As I write this post I realize that I have owned the same alarm clock since 1991. My sister and I received identical Sony clocks for our birthdays that year, and I know that she upgraded to something more sophisticated long ago. Perhaps it is also time for me to take the plunge and find […]
The Top 15 Geek Movies of All Time
By Bill on Feb 19, 2008 within Entertainment, Featured, Lists, Reviews | 9 Comments
Since the Oscars are just around the corner, I thought we’d nerd it up a little before everyone starts thanking all the writers, their parents, the writers, their spouses, the writers, etc. I’ve tried to compile a list of movies that every self-respecting Nerd should see. While there are a lot of great […]
Improve QuickLook Functionality With These 5 Excellent Plugins [Mac Tip]
By Franklin on Jan 28, 2008 within Apple, Lists |
One of Leopard’s 300 new features was QuickLook (QL), a utility that allows the user to view the contents of a file without even opening it. This ability to quickly preview files is one of my favorite new features in Leopard. QuickLook is activated by pressing the spacebar on any highlighted file or […]
A List of Mac Freeware Still Necessary in Leopard [Mac Freeware, Opinion]
By Franklin on Dec 21, 2007 within Apple, Lists | 10 Comments
As a followup to my last post about Mac freeware applications that Apple’s new operating system (Leopard) has mauled I decided to list some freeware applications that Leopard has left untouched and that I rely on daily. Some of these might not be necessary for everyone out there, but they certainly are for me.
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A List of Useful iTunes AppleScripts
By Franklin on Dec 17, 2007 within Apple, Lists |
Here is a quick list of the iTunes AppleScripts that I find useful. Some people may be surprised to find out that iTunes has ability to run AppleScripts (mac only). Not only are these scripts super easy to install but they might save you a lot of time or even add useful abilities […]
A List of Mac Freeware that Leopard has Mauled to Death [Mac Freeware, Opinion]
By Franklin on Dec 10, 2007 within Apple, Lists | 63 Comments
When Apple’s new big cat first appeared at the Word Wide Developer’s Conference (WWDC) in August of 2006 and then pounced on the scene in October of 2007 it sent shivers down the spines of some small and large developers in the Mac community. Here I list some of the best Mac freeware […]
Great Mac Dashboard Widgets
By Franklin on Oct 11, 2007 within Apple, Lists | 2 Comments
One of the great things about running OS X is having the Dashboard at your fingertips. I admit that I don’t use the Dashboard that frequently but it is great when I need to quickly check the radar for rain, convert some units, or even quickly print an envelope.
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Great Mac Shareware and their Freeware Alternatives
By Franklin on Sep 4, 2007 within Apple, Lists | 4 Comments
Most of the time you can find a free Mac application that will accomplish almost any task you can imagine. See the Zaphu Great Mac Freeware list for a few freeware apps to get you started. Sometimes, however, a Mac application comes along that is worth your hard earned cash. As […]