Archive for the 'Computers' Category
“Destroying malware… one byte at a time” –Malwarebytes tagline There’s some pretty insidious malware going around these days. One of the most evil is an infection that mimics a virus protection program and won’t let you do anything until you “activate” their software. Come to think of it… doesn’t it completely stink that we all […]
January 28th, 2010 | Posted in Computers, Product of the Day | No Comments
I don’t know about you, but I was underwhelmed by the new Apple iPad today. Especially given the hype that we have been fed the past few weeks. I did a Google search under “iPad Epic Fail” and surprisingly, none other than MSNBC has a poll going using that same term… EPIC FAIL! As […]
January 27th, 2010 | Posted in Commentary, Computers | No Comments
If there is one non-Apple application I can’t go without, it is Roxio’s amazing Toast 10 Titanium Pro. Why? It’s the best disc burning program available for the Mac and more importantly, it is the perfect companion to my AVCHD camcorder. Like the idea of making your own high definition discs that will play on […]
January 26th, 2010 | Posted in Computers, Product of the Day | No Comments
Sound Advice By Don Lindich Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services Q. Do you have a preference between Mac and Windows, and what do you know about Windows 7? Is it better than Windows Vista, which I have never used? -Charlie Tennenbaum
December 2nd, 2009 | Posted in Computers, Newspaper Columns | No Comments
I’ve added two new categories to the Recommended Products Pages minisite: Software for Windows and Software for Mac. Soon I will be adding a master page here with links to lots of great free software, such as Open Office. I use Open Office’s word processing program to write my column every week and have come […]
November 16th, 2009 | Posted in Advice on Purchasing, Computers, Site News | No Comments
Pacifist Today’s Product of the Day is especially for Mac users. Best of all, it’s shareware, so you can try it and if you keep it, registration is only $20! New Macintosh computers come with install discs that contain the operating system and all the included software. Unfortunately if you want to install a single […]
May 28th, 2009 | Posted in Computers, Product of the Day | No Comments
Newertech Ministack An external hard drive is one of the most useful computer accessories you can have, especially if you store a lot of music, pictures and videos. My favorite is definitely the Newertech miniStack. Originally designed to be used with the Mac Mini, it works great with most any other computer as well. The miniStack […]
May 16th, 2009 | Posted in Advice on Purchasing, Computers, Product of the Day | No Comments
Griffin Technology iMic If you want to move your vinyl or cassette collection to your computer and your iPod, one of the easiest ways to do it (especially if you have a Mac) is via the Griffin Technology iMic. It lists for a mere $49.99 and can be found for less.
May 12th, 2009 | Posted in Computers, Product of the Day, Vinyl Records | No Comments
Acer H233H LCD Monitor Around five years ago I bought a 23″ Apple Display for my PowerMac G5. The 23″ Apple Display was $2,000 but I felt it was worth every cent because of its excellent image quality which was perfect for digital photography, the ability to work with two full-page documents displayed side by […]
May 3rd, 2009 | Posted in Advice on Purchasing, Computers, Digital Photography, Product of the Day | No Comments
Swan M200 MKII Active Desktop Loudspeaker System Today’s product of the day is the Swan M200 MKII active speaker system, sold in the USA by The Audio Insider. Longtime readers of my column and site know The Audio Insider for their outstanding, high-value Acculine speakers with leaf tweeters. This is my first experience with […]
May 2nd, 2009 | Posted in Computers, Product of the Day, Speakers and Sound Systems | No Comments
Soundmatters foxL Portable Audiophile Speaker My column mentioning the Soundmatters foxL and foxL mb starts running today. The foxL will not be on the Soundmatters website until next week, so I have posted downloadable PDFs if you want to learn more. Click above to download flyer. The foxL mb is listed, the foxL is the same […]
August 13th, 2008 | Posted in Computers, iPod/Portable Audio, Speakers and Sound Systems | No Comments
I’ve been quite focused on original content and some new sites I am developing, so I have been remiss in posting published columns on the site. Over the next few weeks I’ll be posting some columns that were in newspapers but have not been posted on the site yet. Stay tuned for more, about two […]
April 18th, 2008 | Posted in Computers, Digital Photography, Newspaper Columns, Vinyl Records | No Comments
Following Legend Silicon I had an NDA meeting then I met the good folks from Axiom Audio at a penthouse suite in the Mirage. Axiom Audio is based in Dwight, Ontario and makes some wonderful speakers that are fantastic values, and they back it up with top-notch service and advice through their toll-free lines. […]
January 16th, 2008 | Posted in CES 2008, Computers, Speakers and Sound Systems | No Comments
Sound Advice By Don Lindich Q: I like the idea of having the functionality of an all-in-one printer/scanner/copier and have been considering buying one. What is holding me back is I have heard that if you want to make high quality photo prints, they are not a good choice and I should […]
January 5th, 2008 | Posted in Advice on Purchasing, Computers, Digital Photography, Digital Photography Tips | No Comments
I heard from Axiom Audio‘s PR firm yesterday… they have entered the computer speaker market with a new product called, accordingly, Audiobyte Computer Speakers. Axiom touts them as “the first and only luxury hi-fi computer speaker system available. It brings a true high-definition sound to your computer, music (including iPods!) or movies. The eye-catching Audiobytes […]
December 13th, 2007 | Posted in Computers, News, Speakers and Sound Systems | No Comments
Sound Advice By Don Lindich Week 38, 2007 Q: I do product photography (antiques and collectibles) for eBay, currently with a point-and-shoot. I photograph everything from antique cars, collector swords, glassware, to wood radios and furniture. There are shiny/Glass/Chrome objects. I believe that a Polarizer will help. Do you […]
September 28th, 2007 | Posted in Accessories, Advice on Purchasing, Computers, Digital Photography | No Comments
Sound Advice By Don Lindich Week 37, 2007 Q: Is there any reason to consider purchasing a vintage receiver for home audio-only use? I would use it for radio, records, cassettes and possibly a CD player. I know vintage receivers would not work for home theater due to technological limits of analog versus digital. Also, […]
September 19th, 2007 | Posted in Advice on Purchasing, Computers, iPod/Portable Audio, Newspaper Columns, Speakers and Sound Systems | No Comments
Sound Advice By Don Lindich Week 35, 2007 Q: I have a Nikon FE 35mm SLR and am thinking of going to a Nikon digital SLR. Are there any zoom lenses I can purchase to use with the FE,that will be compatible with Nikon Digital SLRs? I’d like a 28-100 and a 70-210 zoom lens […]
September 6th, 2007 | Posted in Advice on Purchasing, Computers, Digital Photography, Digital Photography Tips, iPod/Portable Audio, Newspaper Columns | No Comments
Griffin iMic Sound Buys Product Review by Don Lindich Griffin’s iMic accessory works with both PC and Mac computers and adds analog sound inputs, a microphone input, and an audio outout via a USB port. It’s the answer many have been looking for as they look to make CDs of their vinyl record collection, transfer […]
July 6th, 2007 | Posted in Accessories, Computers, Product Reviews, Vinyl Records | No Comments
Apple Computer’s recent introduction of its Safari web browser for Windows is part of a continuing effort to grow market awareness and ultimately, sales of Apple products. Apple has seen Mac computer sales grow as of late, driven both by iPod users buying their first Mac and by Intel Macs that can run Windows as […]
July 6th, 2007 | Posted in Computers, Newspaper Columns, Product Reviews | No Comments