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Google
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
Have you ever tried to “google” something, only to yield 10,000 searchable pages that supposedly “match” your query? Well, Google offers several tips to help refine your search, ultimately leading you to exactly what you are looking for on the Web. Choose your words carefull...
Hoku Solar – Hawaiian Electric Photovoltaic Project Approved by Hawaii Public Utilities Commission
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission has approved a contract for Hawaiian Electric Company to purchase power from a photovoltaic (PV) power system that Hoku Solar, Inc., will install on the roof of Archer Substation at Hawaiian Electric’s Ward facility. The 218-kilowat PV system is expected...
Longs Drugs Partners With Google on the Launch of Google Health
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
Longs Drug Stores Corporation recently announced a new collaboration with Google Health to provide a platform for sharing of information between patients and providers. Working with Google, Longs will be one of the first pharmacies to provide their customers with the ability to import their prescrip...
Artfact Launching Live Auction Market for Art, Antiques and Collectibles as eBay Exits
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
Following eBay’s recent announcement that it will exit the live online auction business, Artfact announced the launch of Artfact Live!, including an online bidding platform and audio/video broadcast services. Artfact Live! is a next-generation online marketplace connecting the world’s 1,...
UFO Combo Card Reader + 7-Port Hub
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
It may look like a flying saucer but its purpose is far more terrestrial. This all in one desktop hub reads 12 different media cards (CF/T-Flash/MicroSD/ M2/Mini SD/SD/MMC Micro/MMC/XD/SM/MS/MS Duo directly) as well as granting you seven extra USB ports.  Not that this means it’s all too...
Gelaskins.com
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
Gelaskins.com offers some of the artiest device skins around. These visually stunning coverings for all your iPods, laptops (Mac and PC), or even your phone or portable game system, are at the very least sure to make a statement. Plus, studies show that tacking one on any of your devices automatical...
IPOD® BUILDING BLOCK SPEAKERS
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
While we’re on the subject of cool rethinks of old ideas, here’s the iPod Building Block Speakers. No, you can’t build a fort out of these colorful blocks but these portable speakers plug into the bottom of any iPod, allowing you to share your childhood nostalgia, or music, anywher...
RAZER DeathAdder™
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
The take over is nearly complete. With Mac users raring to finally try out their hardware chops on the slew of new games being released for OSX, peripheral manufacturer RAZER™ has released the first gaming mouse designed specifically for Apple gamers. It’s called… the DeathAdder...
Wireless HDTV!
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
Sharp will ship its X-series LCD HDTVs “wireless ready”. They also happen to be the world’s thinnest, by the way. So, available at 37-, 42-, and 47-inches but only three inches deep, these displays promise not only to clear up more space in your media cabinet but finally dispel the...
MP3 Players
Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008
Q: I just got a new MP3 player and was wondering what are some of the alternatives to iTunes that will help me organize my digital MP3 music collection and allow me to purchase song tracks? A: There are many FREE online programs that let you play, organize and burn your digital MP3 music collection...