Chrome reaches second birthday, version 6 goes stable
September 2, 2010
When Google launched its Chrome Web browser in 2008, it was clear that the product had considerable potential. Its emphasis on performance and a its intriguing minimalistic user interface attracted a lot of well-deserved attention. Today, exactly two years later, Chrome has over 80 million users, a 7.52 percent global market share (21.87 at Ars, making it the second most popular browser here behind Firefox), and is gradually creeping into the mainstream.
It wasn't entirely clear at first if the browser would have real staying power or if it would be cast aside unfinished like so many of Google's other ambitious *cough*Wave*cough* experiments. But Google's commitment hasn't waned, and it's increasingly evident that the browser is an important part of Google's platform strategy and long-term aspirations for the future of the Web. To mark Chrome's second anniversary, Google has announced the official release of Chrome 6, a new major stable version of the browser.
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EFF Asks Court to Protect Craigslist from Defamation Suit
September 2, 2010
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and a coalition of public interest groups and law professors have asked a California appeals court to protect craigslist from a lawsuit that could spur websites to be less helpful in responding...
Excellent Mockup And Wireframing (9) Web Apps Which You Would Love To Know
September 2, 2010
A wireframe or mockup tool is a must have tool for every web designer and developer. These tools have their importance in web designing and development world. It is good to use them because it saves your time and efforts, a mockup or wireframe can give you the whole idea about how your web will look and work. Combination of your own creativity and client's requirement into a blank canvas, allows you to effectively plan the visual arrangements of the site's contents. Well, a good and reliable wireframing application will cost you for sure and cost can starts from 150$ to 5000$. So, are you going to buy or what? and I definitely heard a big NO out there. So, my friends here comes the solution to the problem, I am listing some good web apps and tools for you in my article and you can use these mockup and wireframing apps and tools for FREE.
Apple's trouble with TV
September 2, 2010
Apple TV has been a persistent loser from a company that usually only tolerates winners. It's clear that Apple wants to do something "in the living room," but damned if it can figure out exactly what that is. Yesterday, Apple took another run at this thing, announcing an "all-new" Apple TV.
As with any new electronic gadget, I must be of two minds about the new Apple TV. The first, most difficult question is, will the new Apple TV be a successful product for Apple? The second question is easier: is this a product I want to buy for myself?
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50 Sources for Design Inspiration | Designs Mag
September 2, 2010
These are the 50 most useful design related blogs which I have subscribed for daily design inspiration. As I always search for good stuff related to design or web design to get updated with the latest trends related to design and to check out the latest tools, design software updates, tutorials, resources, freebies, downloads, plugins etc. Just thought to share my design inspiration sites or blogs with you all.
The Top 100 Web Sites of 2010
September 2, 2010
Here are our picks for the hottest Web sites and Web trends of the year, plus some old favorites to enjoy.
Skype updates Android app for Verizon users, lets you keep the WiFi on
September 2, 2010
Well, it looks like you still won't be able to actually make calls over WiFi, but Verizon Android users can now at least keep their WiFi connection active while using Skype Mobile -- something that was curiously not possible before. That's just one of the improvements in the latest version of the app (also updated for BlackBerry), which also includes features like incoming caller ID, support for copy and paste and emoticons in IM conversations, and the ability to automatically set your location as your mood message.Skype updates Android app for Verizon users, lets you keep the WiFi on originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.PermalinkAndroid Central | Skype |Email this|Comments
IOS 4.1 is coming next week.Dont Touch
September 2, 2010
Mr Steve Jobs have announced in apple 1st septemeber special event that new firmware 4.1 will be released next week for iPhone 4,3gs and 3g.so if you want to keep your phone jailbroken then dont even think to go near it untill further notice and developers have confirmed that this new iOS update will fix the jailbreak hole and baseband has been updated so for users who rely on carrier unlock will lose this unlock
Scammers using fake copyright infringement notices for profit
September 2, 2010
HADOPI, meet the internautes. The French "high authority" that oversees the country's three strikes anti-P2P file-sharing campaign is now being used by spammers and scammers who attempt to trick people out of their cash by accusing them of copyright violations.
The e-mails have appeared in recent days, purporting to come from France's Haute Autorit pour la diffusion des uvres et la protection des droits sur Internet (HADOPI). This is the government group that will accept file-sharing complaints from movie and music rightsholders, then issue sanctions and fines to users, with Internet disconnection and blacklisting the ultimate penalty.
Scammers hope to capitalize on the publicity surrounding HADOPI, which has pledged to start sending out its first warning letters soon. The e-mails purport to come from HADOPI, charging that the recipient was detected sharing files, and they direct the user to website to make a payment.
"As expected, this is classic Internet," said HADOPI's Secretary General ric Walter to Agence France Press yesterday. He advised recipients to exercise caution and not to turn over bank details or personal information.
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The Case for Apple's 'Ping' Social Network
September 2, 2010
Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced today that his company is hopping on the social network bandwagon with a service, called Ping, that will connect music fans, musicians, and their friends and followers. Jobs describes Ping -- which will be available on Apple mobile devices, but not through web browsers -- as "Facebook and Twitter meet iTunes."
Your Library is Dying
September 2, 2010
The shape of information science is changing more radically and rapidly than ever, and our libraries can’t keep up.
Advertise with Mashable
September 2, 2010
Will Mashable really just get to the frontpage? You'd need to see this article promoted to find out.
Do you ever feel bad about killing bugs or spiders?
September 2, 2010
There was a spider hanging out in an upper corner of my room. My bed is right up against this wall. I couldn't fall asleep with a fucking spider hanging right over me, so I got a shoe, stood there like an idiot for maybe eight seconds because my conscience was getting the best of me, then said "Sorry guy" and smashed that motherfucker. Am I a pussy? Tell me this is within normal, manly human behavior. I mean, the poor bastard wasn't doing anything to me besides existing. submitted by munnerlyng to AskReddit [link] [124 comments]
Be honest Reddit, what do you *really* think about America?
September 2, 2010
and tell us which country you are from to make this even more interesting. Edit: It's great getting so many perspectives. Edit (2): Please stop saying 'you' and 'your' when talking about the US. Guys I'm Australian. Edit (3): Why the downvotes? This isn't a US vs the World thing. I just want to learn about how people view the US no matter how outrageous. submitted by nuttyalmond to AskReddit [link] [133 comments]
Apple's Ping network linked to trademark agreement
September 2, 2010
Apple's new Ping social network -- introduced alongside iTunes 10 -- required a special trademark agreement to make happen, a press statement reveals. Karsten Manufacturing notes that it technically owns the Ping name for one of its sub-brands, which produces golf equipment.
