Here is Apple's launch video. They do know how to innovate and market, don't they?
Yes, it is stuff that does the stuff their other stuff does. Yet, somehow it is generating great Buzz.
Are you planning to buy one? I'm planning to resist … for now.
Gadgets
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Need Energy, a Clear Head, or a Power Nap … There’s an App for That.
pzizz (pronounced puh-zizz) Relax is a power-nap app. Whenever you feel tired or frazzled, put on your headphones, set the time you have available – and pzizz creates a
new and unique soundtrack, each time you use it. There's nothing to learn
– and no effort required by you.Simply press a button, and you get a surprisingly effective and pleasant relaxation session.
Increase Energy and Performance.
I've been a pzizz user since 2005. Frankly, I'm still surprised by how much it helps when you need a quick nap, pick-me-up, or boost of energy (even if you only have 15-20 minutes). It is nice that it works to relax you; it is even better that you wake-up feeling good and ready for the rest of your day.
Here's How it Works.
First, find a comfortable place. Second, choose how long you want your power nap to be. Third, adjust how much talking you prefer. Fourth, headphones are better – but not necessary. Fifth, press the button and let yourself relax.
What Happens?
Each session has three parts, the Intro, Main Session, and Wake-Up Sequence. Throughout all of them, a deep, cool, British voice guides you through some relaxation techniques and gives you encouragement and positive feedback. The voice is done by Michael Breen, a well-know NLP Expert.
Sound Waves Affect Brain Waves.
In addition to the NLP guidance, pzizz also leverages binaural beats and ambient sounds to help you relax. Yes, there is also a pleasant background track complete with music, bells, wind chimes and other assorted ear candy designed to lull you to sleep. Bottom-Line: You'll like it.
Try It Yourself.
If this all sounds new-agey, I can't blame you. I mocked the idea of pzizz when I first heard about it. "Actions speak louder than words". If you need proof, try it yourself. Click this link to download a sample 15 minute energizer soundtrack and a sample 15 minute sleep soundtrack to see how it works for you.
The software is available for PCs and Macs. Also, pzizz has two iPhone apps.
Keep an open mind and you may be pleasantly surprised.
Related Links:
- Review – Energize Your Sleep With pzizz – 40Tech
- Review – pzizz for iPhone- Gear Diary
- Review – pzizz Napping Software at Work – MacNN
- Review – pzizz "How"s and "Why"s – SleepWarrior
- 7 Soothing iPhone Apps to Help You Relax
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Need Energy, a Clear Head, or a Power Nap … There’s an App for That.
pzizz (pronounced puh-zizz) Relax is a power-nap app. Whenever you feel tired or frazzled, put on your headphones, set the time you have available – and pzizz creates a
new and unique soundtrack, each time you use it. There's nothing to learn
– and no effort required by you.Simply press a button, and you get a surprisingly effective and pleasant relaxation session.
Increase Energy and Performance.
I've been a pzizz user since 2005. Frankly, I'm still surprised by how much it helps when you need a quick nap, pick-me-up, or boost of energy (even if you only have 15-20 minutes). It is nice that it works to relax you; it is even better that you wake-up feeling good and ready for the rest of your day.
Here's How it Works.
First, find a comfortable place. Second, choose how long you want your power nap to be. Third, adjust how much talking you prefer. Fourth, headphones are better – but not necessary. Fifth, press the button and let yourself relax.
What Happens?
Each session has three parts, the Intro, Main Session, and Wake-Up Sequence. Throughout all of them, a deep, cool, British voice guides you through some relaxation techniques and gives you encouragement and positive feedback. The voice is done by Michael Breen, a well-know NLP Expert.
Sound Waves Affect Brain Waves.
In addition to the NLP guidance, pzizz also leverages binaural beats and ambient sounds to help you relax. Yes, there is also a pleasant background track complete with music, bells, wind chimes and other assorted ear candy designed to lull you to sleep. Bottom-Line: You'll like it.
Try It Yourself.
If this all sounds new-agey, I can't blame you. I mocked the idea of pzizz when I first heard about it. "Actions speak louder than words". If you need proof, try it yourself. Click this link to download a sample 15 minute energizer soundtrack and a sample 15 minute sleep soundtrack to see how it works for you.
The software is available for PCs and Macs. Also, pzizz has two iPhone apps.
Keep an open mind and you may be pleasantly surprised.
Related Links:
- Review – Energize Your Sleep With pzizz – 40Tech
- Review – pzizz for iPhone- Gear Diary
- Review – pzizz Napping Software at Work – MacNN
- Review – pzizz "How"s and "Why"s – SleepWarrior
- 7 Soothing iPhone Apps to Help You Relax
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Shopping Smarter: Where to Find the Best Deals this Season
Here is a list of shopping tools that can save you money and time.
These are sites I've used myself and was happy about using. Please let me know if you have additions or suggestions.
The suggestions fall into several main categories: Deals, Price Comparison, and Phone Apps.
Deals:
Woot: Interesting New Deals Each Day
http://wwww.woot.com
http://deals.woot.com
Ben's Bargains: Coupons, Bargains, Freebies
http://bensbargains.net
Slick Deals: Community-Driven Discounts, Reviews & Comparisons
http://slickdeals.net/
RetailMeNot: Coupon and Promo Codes for Just About Everything
http://www.retailmenot.com/
Price Comparison:
Bountii
http://bountii.com/
- DealTime
http://www.dealtime.com/
Phone Apps:
Red Laser: Scans Bar Codes, Then Finds Best Prices
http://redlaser.com/- ShopSavvy
Honorable Mentions: Other Resources Worth Checking -
Shopping Smarter: Where to Find the Best Deals this Season
Here is a list of shopping tools that can save you money and time.
These are sites I've used myself and was happy about using. Please let me know if you have additions or suggestions.
The suggestions fall into several main categories: Deals, Price Comparison, and Phone Apps.
Deals:
- Woot: Interesting New Deals Each Day
http://wwww.woot.com
http://deals.woot.com
- Ben's Bargains: Coupons, Bargains, Freebies
http://bensbargains.net
- Slick Deals: Community-Driven Discounts, Reviews & Comparisons
http://slickdeals.net/ - RetailMeNot: Coupon and Promo Codes for Just About Everything
http://www.retailmenot.com/
Price Comparison:- Bountii
http://bountii.com/
- DealTime http://www.dealtime.com/
Phone Apps:- Red Laser: Scans Bar Codes, Then Finds Best Prices
http://redlaser.com/ - ShopSavvy
Honorable Mentions: Other Resources Worth Checking -
RoboForm: the Best Password Manager and Form-Filler
Here's something that I use many times, every day, and still think is a terrific piece of software.Besides completely automating password entry and form-filling, RoboForm it allows you to:
- Manage your passwords and log-in automatically.
- Fill long registration and checkout forms with one click.
- Encrypt your passwords to achieve complete security.
- Generate random passwords to maximize password strength.
- Back-up and synchronize passwords between computers.
- Fight Phishing and defeat Keyloggers.
This tool will save you time and help keep you safe on an increasingly dangerous web. Here is a screenshot of the toolbar it installs in your browser.
There is no need to remember passwords anymore … and even better, it keeps track of web addresses too (like bank and credit-card sites or any site you need to enter your member credentials). Type a few letters into the RoboForm search bar, click the website it suggests, then it takes you to the appropriate address and fills in the log-in credentials, automatically. It's fast, safe, and easy.
Lots of Ways to Use It.RoboForm has a version that runs from a USB stick (so you can take it with you anywhere and use it without installing anything on someone else's computer). There are also versions for various smart-phones, including the iPhone. In addition, it links to their tremendous file synchronization tool, which is also worth taking a look at.
RoboForm was named PC Magazine Editor's Choice, and CNET Download.com's Software of the Year.
I've used this software for many years, and watched it get better and smarter. The author never tried to charge an upgrade fee, and continues to add new features and more intelligent algorithms to fill-out web forms as they continue to evolve.
All-in-all, this is a high-quality utility worth having on your computer. Hope that helps.
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RoboForm: the Best Password Manager and Form-Filler
Here's something that I use many times, every day, and still think is a terrific piece of software.Besides completely automating password entry and form-filling, RoboForm it allows you to:
- Manage your passwords and log-in automatically.
- Fill long registration and checkout forms with one click.
- Encrypt your passwords to achieve complete security.
- Generate random passwords to maximize password strength.
- Back-up and synchronize passwords between computers.
- Fight Phishing and defeat Keyloggers.
This tool will save you time and help keep you safe on an increasingly dangerous web. Here is a screenshot of the toolbar it installs in your browser.
There is no need to remember passwords anymore … and even better, it keeps track of web addresses too (like bank and credit-card sites or any site you need to enter your member credentials). Type a few letters into the RoboForm search bar, click the website it suggests, then it takes you to the appropriate address and fills in the log-in credentials, automatically. It's fast, safe, and easy.
Lots of Ways to Use It.RoboForm has a version that runs from a USB stick (so you can take it with you anywhere and use it without installing anything on someone else's computer). There are also versions for various smart-phones, including the iPhone. In addition, it links to their tremendous file synchronization tool, which is also worth taking a look at.
RoboForm was named PC Magazine Editor's Choice, and CNET Download.com's Software of the Year.
I've used this software for many years, and watched it get better and smarter. The author never tried to charge an upgrade fee, and continues to add new features and more intelligent algorithms to fill-out web forms as they continue to evolve.
All-in-all, this is a high-quality utility worth having on your computer. Hope that helps.
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Here are the iPhone Business Apps I Use Most
This week I'm listing the iPhone business and productivity apps that I find worth using.
Click here to explore last week's list of the fun stuff.At first I wanted to create a list of the coolest iPhone apps. However, cool doesn't necessarily mean useful. Instead, this is a list of the applications that I use most. I limited myself to the top two applications per category.
For more information about these applications, click the links to go to the developer's site. Even if you don't have an iPhone, check-out the links to see what is
available. I am amazed at how much of my computing and basic research
are now done on my phone (as opposed to laptop or desktop computers).Stock Market Info
Business News
General News
Reference
To-Do Lists
Calculators
Conversions
Ideas
Travel
That's it for now. Let me know if I forgot your favorite or you found something worth sharing.
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Here are the iPhone Business Apps I Use Most
This week I'm listing the iPhone business and productivity apps that I find worth using.
Click here to explore last week's list of the fun stuff.At first I wanted to create a list of the coolest iPhone apps. However, cool doesn't necessarily mean useful. Instead, this is a list of the applications that I use most. I limited myself to the top two applications per category.
For more information about these applications, click the links to go to the developer's site. Even if you don't have an iPhone, check-out the links to see what is
available. I am amazed at how much of my computing and basic research
are now done on my phone (as opposed to laptop or desktop computers).Stock Market Info
Business News
General News
Reference
To-Do Lists
Calculators
Conversions
Ideas
Travel
That's it for now. Let me know if I forgot your favorite or you found something worth sharing.
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Here’s a List of Fun iPhone Apps Worth Using
I wanted to create a list of the coolest iPhone apps. However, cool doesn't necessarily mean useful. Instead, this is a list of the applications that I use most.
This week I'm listing the lighter and more fun iPhone apps. Here is the link to the list the business and productivity apps that I use most.
I limited myself to the top two applications per category. Hope you find some cool stuff in here.
Social Media
Food & Fun Finders
Games: Strategy
Games: Puzzle
Games: Pattern Matching
Games: Text
Music
Photo Fun
Health & Fitness
Relaxation
Sports News
Shopping
Even if you don't have an iPhone, check-out the links to see what is available. I am amazed at how much of my computing and basic research are now done on a Smartphone.
That's it for now. Let me know if I forgot your favorite or you found something worth sharing.
