App Development Timeline On the Apple iOS app development reference page, Apple has an iPhone App timeline or roadmap (shown above) that looks similar to a subway map. Each stop along the development workflow path is represented by a clickable navigation point. These are the stops along the development workflow path displayed an outline format: Setup… Continue reading Tools for Developing Apple iOS iPhone Software Apps
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Digital Literacy and the Impact of Mobile Devices on Society – CBS KGAN Interview with Greg Johnson
I was interviewed today in downtown Iowa City by Kevin Barry of KGAN CBS 2 Iowa about the topic of digital literacy. We only had a short discussion, but our conversation got me thinking further about the topic of digital literacy and now mobile technology impacts our life for better or worse. One topic Kevin… Continue reading Digital Literacy and the Impact of Mobile Devices on Society – CBS KGAN Interview with Greg Johnson
Neat to Announce Wireless Cloud Scanning Device for Receipt and Document Imaging
Neat is an industry leader in document imaging solutions, offering scanners, software, and cloud solutions for storing, sharing, and organizing receipts, invoices, and other paper documents. Their Neat Receipts scanner along with NeatWorks software for Mac or Windows makes it possible to synchronize with their NeatCloud. Next week Neat plans to announce a stand-alone wireless… Continue reading Neat to Announce Wireless Cloud Scanning Device for Receipt and Document Imaging
Google AdWords Benefits and Failings
Google AdWords is an advertising service that may be an effective choice in some circumstances. However, in many situations, it will be money wasted and the company using the service will actually end up worse of than had they not used the service at all. The AdWords services will present one or a few ads… Continue reading Google AdWords Benefits and Failings
Apple iPhone 5C 5S 6 Special Event Keynote iOS 7 Live Coverage Streaming Video and Event News September 10, 2013
Apple Computer Resource Group Introduction. Apple announced the iPhone 5C and 5S today at their Special Event. Live coverage is no longer available, but below is more information about the event. Video. You can watch the event by visiting Apple.com/apple-events/september-2013/ Event Resources. These are some of the available event resources. Apple Official Website Apple Event Page… Continue reading Apple iPhone 5C 5S 6 Special Event Keynote iOS 7 Live Coverage Streaming Video and Event News September 10, 2013
Adobe Reader XI Asian and Extended Language Font Pack for Viewing Chinese Characters in PDF Files
[Buy Adobe Products on Amazon] Summary To view Chinese and other Asian language characters in Adobe Reader, you will need to download and install the Asian Font Pack for Adobe Reader. Windows Use these links for Windows language pack support. Adobe Reader XI Asian and Extended Language Font Pack Adobe Reader X Asian and Extended… Continue reading Adobe Reader XI Asian and Extended Language Font Pack for Viewing Chinese Characters in PDF Files
Using Microsoft Word to Make a DVD Case Cover Sleeve Insert and Spine Label Template File
This page briefly describes how to use Microsoft Word to make a DVD case sleeve insert. The completed sleeve is available free for download (in DOC or DOCX format). You can order empty DVD Cases on Amazon. Here are the instructions to create the template on your own. Create a new blank document. Set the… Continue reading Using Microsoft Word to Make a DVD Case Cover Sleeve Insert and Spine Label Template File
Online Scheduling Appointment Software and Services Schedulicity, Genbook, and Appointy
Allowing clients to get online at their convenience and schedule their own appointments makes it possible for people to make a reservation in the moment they think of it — even if it’s late at night. Scheduling is sometimes included with website solutions for some industries. Yet, many people will want to use a third-party… Continue reading Online Scheduling Appointment Software and Services Schedulicity, Genbook, and Appointy
Your iPhone Does NOT Use More Energy Than Your Refrigerator
Someone recently told me they refuse to purchase an iPhone because they read that the iPhone uses more power than a refrigerator. So, they were determined to purchase another brand of smart phone. Skeptical, I did a Google search and was surprised to find this article in Forbes: “Your iPhone Uses More Energy Than Your Refrigerator.”… Continue reading Your iPhone Does NOT Use More Energy Than Your Refrigerator
Verizon Offers Complicated Data Usage Calculator
When I first saw the Verizon Data Calculator page, I was impressed and felt it was a meaningful way to empower customers. As I began using it, I realized that it’s simply too complicated for the average person with multiple devices to ‘estimate’ their daily data usage and monthly totals. To effectively use the data… Continue reading Verizon Offers Complicated Data Usage Calculator
Microsoft Creates Misleading Ad Comparing Dell Tablet to iPad
In the video below (source), Microsoft compares their tablet platform to the Apple iPad. Some of the essential details about the two devices are left out. The most misleading part of the video is the representation that an iPad is unable to read from an SD media card to import photos. In fact, there is an… Continue reading Microsoft Creates Misleading Ad Comparing Dell Tablet to iPad
Hewlett-Packard System Recovery Computer Restore Media Disks Limited to One Copy Only
In the past, companies would provide system recovery disks (on CD or DVD format) so people could restore a computer in the event of a system failure such as a corrupted operating system, virus infection, or hard drive crash. Depending on the company, you might have received a copy of Windows along with other disks… Continue reading Hewlett-Packard System Recovery Computer Restore Media Disks Limited to One Copy Only