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Access Music and More in the Cloud with Amazon.com

If you have an Amazon account, you can now access music, videos and more using the Amazon Cloud Player. “The Cloud” is a new buzz word for the Internet or the virtual world we create through the Internet. If something is stored in the Cloud or is accessible in the Cloud, it simply means you can access it using an Internet connection. Amazon has offered its Cloud Drive for awhile, giving users a piece of the big open Internet sky to call their own. Amazon also has been selling music and other digital media through its MP3 Store. Now, the… Continue reading...

More than just a bigger iPhone. Why the iPad 2 will knock your socks off

There are dozens of reasons to get an iPad, and a dozen more to get an iPad 2-even if you already have an iPhone or iPod Touch. So how do you justify spending $500 to almost $1000 for one? That answer may not come easily, especially if you are on a tight budget, but if you can afford it, you definitely won’t regret it. How is an iPad different from an iPhone or iPod Touch? If you already have an iPhone, you may wonder if an iPad is an extra large version without the phone. Yes and no. Most everything… Continue reading...

Roku helps say goodbye to expensive cable bills

The Internet has inspired expanded entertainment options, and TVs are trying to keep up. Some TVs have built-in streaming for services like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Instant Video, and some are relying on television accessories, like Blu-Ray players or game systems, to fill the gap. Roku is a stand-alone option that is getting a lot of buzz and offers several benefits. What is it? Roku is a 5” x 1” box-certainly smaller than a cable box-that instantly streams movies, TV shows, music, and sports to your TV. It has hundreds of “channels,” which actually are independent services that want to… Continue reading...

Comparing e-book readers

The falling prices of e-book readers may make them a perfect Valentine’s Day gift, but how do you decide on the best one to get? One wiki site lists 45 different models of e-readers, and that doesn’t include the iPad! Even most informed techies probably haven’t heard of some of these mysterious brands. Recognized e-reader brands So tip number one is to stick with what you know-or at least with something you’ve heard of before. If you can’t find a reputable review of the device here, on another website or in a magazine, it’s not worth your money. The performance,… Continue reading...

Part 2: Buying and Disposing of Batteries for Gadgets

Have you started saving disposable batteries yet? Part 1 of this two part series about batteries provided you with the basics on disposable household batteries. If you decided to start saving batteries to see how many you use on a regular basis, you may be ready to consider an alternative. Rechargeable Batteries There are two options for reducing the cost and waste of everyday household batteries: rechargeable batteries and battery packs. Rechargeable batteries look the same as your everyday, single use batteries, but you can buy a charger that extends their life by 100s of uses. The most commonly found… Continue reading...

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