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Bottom 7, still 3-0. Last chance! 4, 5 & 6 due up H Bruce Vigneault
Shepherd, MI 48883
bvigneault@gmail.com
Twitter: veeman60
http:veesphotos.smugmug.com
Shepherd, MI 48883
bvigneault@gmail.com
Twitter: veeman60
http:veesphotos.smugmug.com
Weekly Links Post
Links Post: May 1st - May 7th
Technology
Google Image Search
Google image search now lets you sort by subject (video)
The Death of Skype?
David Pogue shows by example that when big companies (such as Microsoft) buy out small tech products they usually disappear forever :(
Take a Seat
Here are 5 new tech Office Chairs. I think I might have to try the Saddle Seat. I’ve recently tried the big ball. But it’s just not high enough to make it comfortable to work on my computer.
Education
Are we preparing our kids to be the geeks of the future?
Speech at Tedx by internet geek, Robert Scoble. He probably wouldn’t get a high grade for speech, but his message about our education speaks volumes. (about a 12 minute video).
Evernote study guides and flash cards
First of all if you’re not using Evernote to help you keep track of your information, you need to check it out first. Second, as a student, here’s a great way to turn you Evernote notes into study guides and flash cards.
iPhone Stuff
iPhone 5 rumor
This rumor is based on a part for the new iPhone. It suggests that the new iPhone will have it’s flash located further away from the lens. In any photography, you will get better results if you can get the flash off the camera. So, this would be at least a move in the right direction!
TiPB’s Picks of the Week
My favorite is Photosync. It allows you to wirelessly move photos back and forth between your iPad and iPhone (plus more).
Photography
6 Ways to improve your travel photography
My favorite is to research the area your traveling to before you go. Use photo sharing sites like Flickr and Facebook to crowd source your search from great spots to shoot!
iAARP for AARP Members?
Looks like us old fart Photogs are so rare after all!
Cliff Hanger!
This is not Photoshop! It’s hard to believe that this guy is climbing this solo with no ropes!
Stolen Camera?
Has your camera been stolen? Here’s a site that will help you find it. Really!
Science
Live beastes on the next shuttle flight.
Nasa is conducting a Living Interplanetary Flight Experiment – to investigate the transpermia hypothesis, the idea that a living organism might survive a journey through space to Earth inside a meteorite.
Teenage Drinking Caused by Computers?
Teenagers who drink alcohol spend more time on their computers for recreational use, including social networking and downloading and listening to music, compared with their peers who don't drink. I think I remember reading this same thing about TV about 25 years ago.
Technology
Google Image Search
Google image search now lets you sort by subject (video)
The Death of Skype?
David Pogue shows by example that when big companies (such as Microsoft) buy out small tech products they usually disappear forever :(
Take a Seat
Here are 5 new tech Office Chairs. I think I might have to try the Saddle Seat. I’ve recently tried the big ball. But it’s just not high enough to make it comfortable to work on my computer.
Education
Are we preparing our kids to be the geeks of the future?
Speech at Tedx by internet geek, Robert Scoble. He probably wouldn’t get a high grade for speech, but his message about our education speaks volumes. (about a 12 minute video).
Evernote study guides and flash cards
First of all if you’re not using Evernote to help you keep track of your information, you need to check it out first. Second, as a student, here’s a great way to turn you Evernote notes into study guides and flash cards.
iPhone Stuff
iPhone 5 rumor
This rumor is based on a part for the new iPhone. It suggests that the new iPhone will have it’s flash located further away from the lens. In any photography, you will get better results if you can get the flash off the camera. So, this would be at least a move in the right direction!
TiPB’s Picks of the Week
My favorite is Photosync. It allows you to wirelessly move photos back and forth between your iPad and iPhone (plus more).
Top 10 Awesome Android Features that the iPhone Doesn’t Have
Another example of why competition is good!Photography
6 Ways to improve your travel photography
My favorite is to research the area your traveling to before you go. Use photo sharing sites like Flickr and Facebook to crowd source your search from great spots to shoot!
iAARP for AARP Members?
Looks like us old fart Photogs are so rare after all!
Cliff Hanger!
This is not Photoshop! It’s hard to believe that this guy is climbing this solo with no ropes!
Stolen Camera?
Has your camera been stolen? Here’s a site that will help you find it. Really!
Science
Live beastes on the next shuttle flight.
Nasa is conducting a Living Interplanetary Flight Experiment – to investigate the transpermia hypothesis, the idea that a living organism might survive a journey through space to Earth inside a meteorite.
Teenage Drinking Caused by Computers?
Teenagers who drink alcohol spend more time on their computers for recreational use, including social networking and downloading and listening to music, compared with their peers who don't drink. I think I remember reading this same thing about TV about 25 years ago.
What is the best fat burning exercise - Running or Sprinting?
But what if you can’t sprint anymore ;) Interesting read though. Aerobic vs anaerobic.Links list
Links Post: May 1st - May 7th
Technology
FB Purity
Facebook fix. Do you want the comment button back? Do you want to stop Facebook Application Spamming. This link has a video that shows you how to do it!
iPad Tricks
Fifty useful iPad tips and tricks!
Transform your photos into a puzzle game
Play Kalei is a creative new puzzle game by Chillingo that allows you to use your photo collection as part of the fun. It takes a particular section of a photograph and turns it into a kaleidoscope-style pattern, and you’re objective is to figure out where that point in the photo is.
Social Searching
Searching for something on Facebook or Twitter. Check this out!
Backing up your life (social media)
So, you found what you were looking for, now how do make sure it doesn’t get lost forever? How to backup Twitter, Facebook, Gmail, and more!
Help!
Set up your phone to dial for help when it’s stolen!
Education
Infographics
Ten ways to make infographics. Video.
Mobile Tech in Education
Four ways that mobile tech is improving education.
iDevice Resources
Links for educators for idevice uses and apps for education.
iPhone Stuff
Moving multiple apps at once
Just like it says! Video.
Why you should jailbreak your iPhone
According to Saurik, developer of Cydia.
Photography
Documenting your Life with Photography
Here’s a review of apps that are available on your smart phone for photography. The aggregation is based around how and who you share these pictures with. It also covers apps that allow you to create a timeline with your photos.
Lens Recommendations
Here’s a great article to read when you’re trying to figure out what your next lens should be. Be careful, it’s an expensive article ;)
Photography’s Holy Trinity
Aperture, Shutter speed, and ISO.
Science
Shark Fin Soup
Shark fin soup is claiming tens of millions of animals each year. Now scientists are using shark DNA to determine origins of fins turning up in markets around the world.
Stinging Nettles
It’s spring! Do you know what Nettles’ looks like?
Effects of Sleep Deprivation
Discovery of what may be the cause of poor performance in sleep deprived individuals!
Technology
FB Purity
Facebook fix. Do you want the comment button back? Do you want to stop Facebook Application Spamming. This link has a video that shows you how to do it!
iPad Tricks
Fifty useful iPad tips and tricks!
Transform your photos into a puzzle game
Play Kalei is a creative new puzzle game by Chillingo that allows you to use your photo collection as part of the fun. It takes a particular section of a photograph and turns it into a kaleidoscope-style pattern, and you’re objective is to figure out where that point in the photo is.
Social Searching
Searching for something on Facebook or Twitter. Check this out!
Backing up your life (social media)
So, you found what you were looking for, now how do make sure it doesn’t get lost forever? How to backup Twitter, Facebook, Gmail, and more!
Help!
Set up your phone to dial for help when it’s stolen!
Education
Infographics
Ten ways to make infographics. Video.
Mobile Tech in Education
Four ways that mobile tech is improving education.
iDevice Resources
Links for educators for idevice uses and apps for education.
iPhone Stuff
Moving multiple apps at once
Just like it says! Video.
Why you should jailbreak your iPhone
According to Saurik, developer of Cydia.
Photography
Documenting your Life with Photography
Here’s a review of apps that are available on your smart phone for photography. The aggregation is based around how and who you share these pictures with. It also covers apps that allow you to create a timeline with your photos.
Lens Recommendations
Here’s a great article to read when you’re trying to figure out what your next lens should be. Be careful, it’s an expensive article ;)
Photography’s Holy Trinity
Aperture, Shutter speed, and ISO.
Science
Shark Fin Soup
Shark fin soup is claiming tens of millions of animals each year. Now scientists are using shark DNA to determine origins of fins turning up in markets around the world.
Stinging Nettles
It’s spring! Do you know what Nettles’ looks like?
Effects of Sleep Deprivation
Discovery of what may be the cause of poor performance in sleep deprived individuals!
Links Post: April 24th - 30th
Links Post: April 24th - 30th
Technology
Facebook Effect
What is the ‘Facebook Effect’ on students grades?
Kodac Picture Frame
So you think this is your Grandma’s old digital pictures frame? Oh, wait, G-Ma will love it. You can email pictures to it or load them from Facebook. Cool!
Electric Scooter
File this under cute. But, in reality, might be a big answer to some handicapped people lack of mobility!
Is the Internet Killing the Planet?
Very interesting infographic. Makes one stop and think about there carbon footprint.
Speed up your Gmail Experience
This new lab app allows you to send email and not have to wait for it to send in Gmail.
Facebook Send Button
Facebook’s new send button. Replacing the like button?
Anatomy
Parts of the body named after people. How strange a legacy, eh?
Tablets vs Waitresses
So, if you have a tablet instead of a waitress, who do you tip?
Science
Autism and Genetics
Looks like Autism may have a genetic link. Thank you Canada!
Culling Monk Parakeets
Who knew Parakeets could be such a big problem. Not the bird’s problem really. Once again it’s man’s fault. Choose your pets wisely and then take care of them!
Salmonella
Hey, it’s the Canadians again. This time have found a way to keep us safer from our food.
Photography
Time Lapse
I’ve recently become interested in doing some Time Lapse Photography. Looking for examples I found these great ones!
6 Sites to make you better!
Here are six blogs that can help make us better photographers. Pick one and start reading it.
A debt we need to remember
In World War II, an average of 6,600 US service died a month. That’s an average of 220 a day. The facts on this page, puts those sacrifices in perspective.
Education
Schools and Facebook
Can using Facebook be a positive thing for schools? To communicate with the village, you might have to go where they are!
We're smart when we listen,Technology
Facebook Effect
What is the ‘Facebook Effect’ on students grades?
Kodac Picture Frame
So you think this is your Grandma’s old digital pictures frame? Oh, wait, G-Ma will love it. You can email pictures to it or load them from Facebook. Cool!
Electric Scooter
File this under cute. But, in reality, might be a big answer to some handicapped people lack of mobility!
Is the Internet Killing the Planet?
Very interesting infographic. Makes one stop and think about there carbon footprint.
Speed up your Gmail Experience
This new lab app allows you to send email and not have to wait for it to send in Gmail.
Facebook Send Button
Facebook’s new send button. Replacing the like button?
Anatomy
Parts of the body named after people. How strange a legacy, eh?
Tablets vs Waitresses
So, if you have a tablet instead of a waitress, who do you tip?
Science
Autism and Genetics
Looks like Autism may have a genetic link. Thank you Canada!
Culling Monk Parakeets
Who knew Parakeets could be such a big problem. Not the bird’s problem really. Once again it’s man’s fault. Choose your pets wisely and then take care of them!
Salmonella
Hey, it’s the Canadians again. This time have found a way to keep us safer from our food.
Photography
Time Lapse
I’ve recently become interested in doing some Time Lapse Photography. Looking for examples I found these great ones!
6 Sites to make you better!
Here are six blogs that can help make us better photographers. Pick one and start reading it.
A debt we need to remember
In World War II, an average of 6,600 US service died a month. That’s an average of 220 a day. The facts on this page, puts those sacrifices in perspective.
Education
Schools and Facebook
Can using Facebook be a positive thing for schools? To communicate with the village, you might have to go where they are!
we're smarter when we share.
~Queen Rania of Jordan
Links Post - April 17th-23rd
Link Posts: April 17th-23rd
GENERAL
Weatherstation
If one made a hobby out of Meteorology, this would be a nice toy to have.
Growly Notes (shareware)
Having trouble keeping track of all of those photos? Losing important notes that go with those photos. Can’t keep track of important project dates. This software helps you keep organized with everything in one place. Kinda like Evernote.
Magnetosphere
Did you know that the earth has a magnetic field? Did you know it protects us? Do you know what it looks like?
Ted Talks - Life Spans
In search of continuous living organisms that are older than 2,000 years old. This video changes one’s perspective on ‘Life Span’! Our Warming planet is changing this too. Are we willing to take responsibility for killing all these multi-thousand year old organisms?
Pesticides and lower IQs
Pesticide exposure in womb linked to lower IQs.
Google Tips and Tricks
Sharpen your search skills with these tips.
QR Codes Link site
Great resource for links to QR code generation and information.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Retrospective in Pictures
Award winning photojournalists Tim Heatherington and Chris Honros were recently killed in Libya. Here are some of Chris’ pictures to give you idea of what there life was all about.
Sunset Tips
Shoot better sunsets with these 10 tips
Exposure Modes
Master your exposure modes on your point-and-shoot camera
Photography - Memory Cards
15 essential tips for photographers (on your memory cards!).
Coloring Book
If you’re a Photoshop user, here’s a howto on changing your pictures into coloring plates. Make up a coloring book for the ‘child’ in your family!
Abandoned Japanese City (video)
A Japanese photographer sneaks into an Fukushima. Abandoned since the earthquake.
GENERAL
Weatherstation
If one made a hobby out of Meteorology, this would be a nice toy to have.
Growly Notes (shareware)
Having trouble keeping track of all of those photos? Losing important notes that go with those photos. Can’t keep track of important project dates. This software helps you keep organized with everything in one place. Kinda like Evernote.
Magnetosphere
Did you know that the earth has a magnetic field? Did you know it protects us? Do you know what it looks like?
Ted Talks - Life Spans
In search of continuous living organisms that are older than 2,000 years old. This video changes one’s perspective on ‘Life Span’! Our Warming planet is changing this too. Are we willing to take responsibility for killing all these multi-thousand year old organisms?
Pesticides and lower IQs
Pesticide exposure in womb linked to lower IQs.
Google Tips and Tricks
Sharpen your search skills with these tips.
QR Codes Link site
Great resource for links to QR code generation and information.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Retrospective in Pictures
Award winning photojournalists Tim Heatherington and Chris Honros were recently killed in Libya. Here are some of Chris’ pictures to give you idea of what there life was all about.
Sunset Tips
Shoot better sunsets with these 10 tips
Exposure Modes
Master your exposure modes on your point-and-shoot camera
Photography - Memory Cards
15 essential tips for photographers (on your memory cards!).
Coloring Book
If you’re a Photoshop user, here’s a howto on changing your pictures into coloring plates. Make up a coloring book for the ‘child’ in your family!
Abandoned Japanese City (video)
A Japanese photographer sneaks into an Fukushima. Abandoned since the earthquake.
Russian dead alien video surfaces - Holy Kaw!
Now I believe in UFOs ... Not! But I bet Ms Chaney would love to discuss this in class ;) http://holykaw.alltop.com/russian-dead-alien-video-surfaces?tu3=1
Sent from my iPad We're smart when we listen,
We're smarter when we share
Sent from my iPad We're smart when we listen,
We're smarter when we share
This is their next iPhone 5 rumor | TiPb
Latest iPhone 5 rumor. http://www.tipb.com/2011/04/22/iphone-5-rumor/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medi...:+TheIphoneBlog+(TiPb:+iPhone,+iPad,+iPod)&utm_content=Twitterrific
Sent from my iPad We're smart when we listen,
We're smarter when we share
Sent from my iPad We're smart when we listen,
We're smarter when we share
China #1 in Win Energy
China #1 in Win Energy, surpassing the U.S. As we drag our feet in investments in renewable energy, we continue to fall behind the world!
http://www.evwind.es/noticias.php?id_not=11235(Sent from Flipboard)
http://www.evwind.es/noticias.php?id_not=11235(Sent from Flipboard)
How to Choose Between Android and the iPhone « The Frugal Geek
IPhone or android? Which best fits your wants (I would say 'needs', but we don't need them). http://www.lockergnome.com/mattryan/2011/02/23/how-to-choose-between-android-...
