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Firefox by Numbers

Here at Crenk we have posted a lot of articles which show specific infographics of the leading web products, eg. Facebook by Numbers, Google by Numbers and the Apple iPad by Numbers. Here is the latest infographic we have come across and its about Firefox.

Firefox is one of the worlds most popular browsers, known for it performation, customizability and security. Firefox has been a leader in open source software and their adoption rates have been amazing.

via SixRevisions

iPad: Quick Facts

So, you all seen it, Apple released their hot product for this year: iPad Tablet. I bet you’ve seen the video, the Steve Jobs keynote but it seems like a bit hard to remember all of the facts.

Here are some of the facts that you should know, including reviewing some cons that we’ve seen so far. :

Look-n-feel

  • 9,7” LCD touch screen.
  • The screen won’t be OLED as some people speculated earlier.
  • Weight: 680 grs for the WiFi model and 730 grs for the 3G model.

Hardware

  • Apple A4 processor. 1GHz.
  • Different models with wireless and 3G technology. The iPad will be unlocked, with no company associated.
  • The screen is designed with In-Plan switching technology to improve viewing angle.
  • 802.11n wireless.
  • Bluetooth 2.1.
  • Speaker and microphone.
  • Accelerometer.
  • Compass.
  • 10 hour battery.

Applications

  • Any iPhone application will work on iPad.
  • An SDK for developers will be released. Meaning that accessing new apps every time should be a fact.
  • iPad apps will be published in the App Store.
  • There are already several apps that are designed: NY Times, iBooks, EA Sports, MLB.com.

Pricing (US)

  • 16GB WiFi only: $499
  • 32GB WiFI only: $599
  • 64GB WiFi only: $699
  • 16GB WiFi & 3G: $629
  • 32GB WiFi & 3G: $729
  • 64GB WiFi & 3G: $829

Cons

  • There’s no support for HDMI or HD videos.
  • No widescreen.
  • No USB connectors. You need adapters for everything.
  • No multi-tasking support.
  • No webcam.
  • No Flash support.
  • There are no big surprises with the release; it looks like a bigger iPhone version.

There are some other facts that we’ve found, can you name another relevant? What’s your take about the iPad?

A Video Projector in Your Pocket

Mobile media is huge. But you knew that. But what if there was a way to take thecinemin tiny screen of your mobile device, and display it up to 60 inches of viewing pleasure? Perhaps you’re checking into a hotel and still don’t like the 32 inch screen they’ve given you. Perhaps what you need is a portable pocket projector.

The Cinemin Swivel Portable Projector created by WowWee has gotten extremely high reviews on many other sites. This pocket projector ($300) utilizes DLP projection technology to give the user that 60 inch experience. The internal battery is rechargeable for up to 2 hours of use, and overs a 90-degree swivel design allowing the user to choose how they wish to see their display.

This little pocket wonder is great for presentations on the go, watching videos at home, in your office, hotel, or anywhere that has a flat surface and you’ve got time to watch something. Now because the internal battery is only 2 hours, perhaps leaving it plugged into the wall for longer use is wise for movies, but otherwise, this little dynamo seems pretty sweet.

The Cinemin can connect to the iPod, iPhone, Flip Video, PSP, digital cameras, portable DVD players, netbooks, and smartphones with video-out functionality. To make this purchase even more attractive, the purchase includes a variety of international plug adapters to ensure that you are always able to access your media.

Classy External Hard Drives

Having external hard drives has become one of the most common requirements for most of us, and if you were thinking that your portable hard drive didn’t combine with your desk nor your wallet, Brinell is giving you a new touch of class for you HD.

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They have designed some really cool and elegant covers that will definitely class-up your portable devices. The Purestorage line is made of leather, wood, carbon fiber and even stainless steel. Having all those components you can easily confuse it with your wallet, cigar box or some other items.

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The actual hard drives that include this series contain capacities of 160GB and 500GB, with 1.8 and 2.5 inches. And the cost goes from €189 and €229. It shouldn’t surprise you, having excellent built quality comes with a little bit of cost.

I can even see these models in women purses.

Windows 8 Incoming Features

You don’t have to be a genius to be certain that Microsoft is working on the next Windows version for a while now. And even though there isn’t much around about it, gathering a lot of hints, here’s a report about possible (and some certain) next features:

  • Hibernation improvements: Windows 8 will include a special Hibernation/Resume API that will replace Windows Vista Xpress compression engine used in the hibernation process. Windows 7 includes some improvements in this area, but they are promising a whole new experience.
  • Kernel security enhanced. PatchGuard feature (Windows’ kernel security module) will provide a new and enhanced security.
  • Maintaining and improving DirectAccess feature for mobile users. Presented in Windows 7 (along with BranchCache), DirectAccess brings a better experience for mobile users outside the organization.
  • New user interface. Nothing much about this, but they are promising a new one.
  • Improvements in the Remote Desktop protocol and other Server tools.
  • New download experience.
  • New networking features.
  • Windows 8 Application Server. For the server version, will include (like already has) the application server role but with a new strategy.

Windows_8_Server_Roadmap

This new operating system, since it will be a major release that will include also the server version, will be in 2012. But still is too early to be certain about things.

On a side note, once I’ve heard that Microsoft always uses a transition operating system in the middle of the main releases. For example: Windows Millennium (between Windows 98 and Windows XP) and Windows Vista (between Windows XP and Windows 7). So, where do you think Windows 8 is? :)