Need to plan some sort of party or event? Plancast might do the trick better than whatever you're currently doing to throw together your next Superbowl drunk-fest. Watch my Current Tech video for my thoughts, and then chime in!
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Plancast: http://plancast.comNeed to plan some sort of party or event? Plancast might do the trick better than... more
Need a little excitement? Snap into a little Flickr game I just discovered called Noticings! The rules are simple... notice cool things around you, take photos of those cool things, upload, tag, and get points! It's a bit like Foursquare for photos - easy, fun, and a great way to keep the creativity flowing.
LinkedIn's got a new feature that helps you rearrange your profile to best suit your skills, and make you more desirable to Donald Trump! No, not like THAT. I'll show you how in this video.
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LinkedIn: http://linkedin.comLinkedIn's got a new feature that helps you rearrange your profile to best suit... more
Boy, people really love to answer questions about themselves... including me. Lucky for us, the Internet is buzzing with several new ways we can do just that. Is it just harmless fun or the ultimate "me me me" exercise? Let me know what you think.
If you're a Windows user, Google Chrome beta 4.0 already supports extensions. But even Mac users can get in on the extension action by downloading a developer channel version of Chrome for OS X. I recently did a little extension hunting, and found a few I really like already. Watch out, Firefox!
My favorite extensions so far:
Bit.ly
Chromed Bird
Send from Gmail
Google Mail Checker
Digg
MK UndoCloseTabIf you're a Windows user, Google Chrome beta 4.0 already supports extensions. But... more
Pictures have never been more share-worthy than they are within Pictory, a new, community-driven, ongoing series of photos and the stories behind them. Get out your Kleenex... some of this stuff will truly tug at your heartstrings! The Internet can be so great.
Links I mention: http://pictorymag.comPictures have never been more share-worthy than they are within Pictory, a new,... more
Since when did it become acceptable to talk about all your personal financial details with your Internet friends? Since a service called Blippy made its way onto the social network scene, apparently. I have a feeling folks will have mixed feelings about this one, so watch my explainer video and let me what YOU think.
There's a ton of funny stuff out there on the web, and Sarah Lane's going to do her best to share some of the littler known gems with you here on Current Tech in a segment dubbed "Haha Web". Yes, really.
Health care options are all over the place, depending on where you work, what your company's plan is, how much you spend, etc. But it was only a matter of time before someone came up with another solution for folks who want to harness the power of the web for more flexibility. Hello Health may still be a small service, but it's an interesting look into the possible future of health care.
Links I mention: http://hellohealth.comHealth care options are all over the place, depending on where you work, what your... more
What's going on with Last.fm these days? A lot, if you know which blogs to read (yes Mashable, I'm swooning at you). In this video I'll cover some of the more exciting forays into HD and video Last.fm is entering!
I'd love to know your Last.fm thoughts, habits, anything that makes this news interesting to you, or even just suggestions to me on how to make Last.fm more fun and useful.What's going on with Last.fm these days? A lot, if you know which blogs to read... more
So I've been cooped up at home with a silly little medical setback, and missing the Current Tech community terribly. So I thought why not lighten the mood around here with a little geeky humor? Here, I'll start, and you can one-up me.
(PS- You've read Christopher Pike's "Chain Letter", right? Same idea. Life or death.)So I've been cooped up at home with a silly little medical setback, and missing... more
Ok, so Google Voice options just got better for a lot of people, but I'm still confused about why it makes *my* life better. Current Tech community, this is your chance to tell me what I'm missing! As an iPhone owner, why should I (or why shouldn't I) be using Google Voice?Ok, so Google Voice options just got better for a lot of people, but I'm still... more
So you've got a great idea but no cash to make it a reality. No problem - make yourself a Kickstarter project and let those who support you help you along your journey! Creating a project is still by invite only... so make sure your idea's solid and then weasel your way in there. The rest is easy!
Links I mention: http://kickstarter.comSo you've got a great idea but no cash to make it a reality. No problem - make... more
2! 4! 6! 8! Who do we appreciate? LIFEHACKER! LIFEHACKER! YEEEEEEAH! So maybe I was a cheerleader in a past life - it doesn't change the fact that lifehacker.com is pretty much the best all-around helpful Windows/Mac/gadget/general hack tip site on the Internet. Current Tech salutes the fine folks behind the magic!
Links I mention: http://lifehacker.com2! 4! 6! 8! Who do we appreciate? LIFEHACKER! LIFEHACKER! YEEEEEEAH! So maybe I was a... more
I know when you think of up-to-the-minute web tools, clipping coupons doesn't really come to mind. But that's just because you haven't tried Groupon yet!I know when you think of up-to-the-minute web tools, clipping coupons doesn't... more
Want to know one of my internet secrets to finding the coolest new stuff online before anyone else does? Ok fine, I'll tell you: Emily Chang's eHub! I'm telling you, this gal has her finger on the pulse of the Internet... but instead of keeping it all to herself, she shares what she finds with the world. I love that.
Seems like all anyone ever talks about is Twitter this, Facebook that. Well, guess what? You've got more options when it comes to connecting with friends and like-minded folks online! Check out two of my favorite new social networks that bring a unique approach to the web.
Oh great, I can hear the moaning and groaning already... there's a new Twitter App store in town! Well, sort of. I'll walk you through it and then you can tell me if you find it useful (truthfully, I'm going to secretly think you're being difficult if you don't).
