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Top 10 Why I hate about Broadband
Broadband deals:- There are lots of things to love about Broadband – the speed and access not least of all, however for all the good things about Broadband service there are a couple of things that definitely still need to improve with the companies that provide the service to us and the service that they provide.
1. Support
Technical Support is a difficult job, I will give the companies that, however when they do not staff the lines with enough people or do not provide their teams with the right training or tools then they are just being negligent. It is bad enough having to wait on a phone line to get a response when your Internet service is not working, but getting asked simple and silly questions by someone that does not know their job is a crime.
2. Connection Speeds
The wording on Internet service contracts where you are “guaranteed” speeds “up to” a certain maximum. This is pretty much a joke as their calculations are always based on laboratory conditions and never take into account real world factors. You would almost have to live IN your local exchange to actually get the speed that you are paying for!
3. Broadband Deals
Can anyone keep track of the broadband deals that are out there now? Each of the six major telecommunications companies offer different bundles where you can mix and match Broadband service with one or more of their other services (phone, television, mobile) but added to them are the dozens of other companies reselling the networks of the big six. Choosing the right package gets extremely confusing to say the least.
4. Landline Costs
Unless you are a customer with Virgin Media and receiving your Broadband service through cable you are going to be paying for a phone line. This is regardless of whether or not you actually use the phone line for phone service which is just ridiculous and is on top of your monthly Broadband fees too.
5. Bandwidth Throttling
The worst thing about some of those “unlimited” deals is that they really aren’t. When ISPs throttle back your connection based on how much you download based on “fair usage” it’s really not that fair is it?
6. Moving Homes
Moving homes is difficult enough – being without Broadband service for weeks at a time due to the move just adds insult to injury. When you go to the effort of providing the company with all the details that they need including your new address, you would think that they could ensure that when you moved in it would be a simple matter of plugging your router in and having your connection work. Utility providers can do it – why can’t the ISPs?
7. Dead Zones
Having Mobile Broadband service is great; you can roam around and are not tied to your home or office Wi-Fi connection. But considering how much money companies have put into their networks, the fact that you can still only receive a fraction of your expected speeds in some areas and in others no connection at all – this just does not make sense! I’ve used Broadband Genie here to help me find the right companies that while they can’t guarantee a connection everywhere, they at least do have a strong signal in the area’s that I am most likely to be using the service.
8. MAC Codes
Have you ever tried switching providers? One of the key requirements that your new company needs is the MAC code from your previous provider so that they can transfer your service … this simple little code can for some reason take weeks to receive and while it should be an easy matter for your old provider to send it directly to your new provider it seems like this is just one more bottleneck that they throw in to make the move more difficult.
9. Contract Lengths
Being tied into a two year contract when you join with a new company unfortunately means that the “special” 3 month discount on their price for joining is really not worth as much as you would think. The savings are minuscule and that really gets me to the thing I hate most about Broadband.
10. The Price
For a service that is now so ubiquitous how can it cost so much? Countries like Finland are offering Broadband service for free (currently at 1MB/s but soon going up to almost 100MB/s) and there are other countries that offer this service for a fraction of the cost we are being charged. Considering we are in a first world country, why is our Broadband service so third class?
True Story About Addict Facebook
A Boston father and his 14-year-old daughter have recently made the headlines after the man posted a photo of a Facebook Deactivation Agreement that states the girl will receive 200$ if she doesn’t log into her Facebook account for the next five months.
Facebook addiction is one of the most talked-about issues of the moment, and when it comes to teens, the problem is even bigger. But one Boston parent may have found the perfect way to convince his daughter to take a nice long break from the popular social media platform – he’s paying her $200. The enterprising young girl has managed to strike a deal with her father, Paul Baier, that involves him paying her $50 in April and an extra $150 in June, if she respects her part of the agreement. “It was her idea, which I fully support,” Paul told the Daily Dot. “She wants to earn money and also finds Facebook a distraction and a waste of time sometimes.”
Photo: Paul Baier
Initially, the girl came up with a payout of $70 in exchange for a much shorter hiatus from Facebook, but her father countered with the $200 for 5 months offer, which she ultimately accepted. The two even drew up and filled out a Facebook Deactivation Agreement to make it official. It states that Baier can take full control of his daughter’s account by changing the password and deactivating it, to make sure she doesn’t sneak a peak online when he’s not paying attention. She will get access back to her Facebook account on June 26, by which time will have been over.
Paul Baier’s agreement with his young daughter has received mixed reactions. In a comment on his blog, someone goes as far as to call him an “idiot”. ”Why not try something called ‘parenting’. It’s more difficult than bribery but will more beneficial to your daughter in the long run,” the person writes, while another thinks “999 to 1 odds she already has an alternate account and probably more risqué accounts on other sites if she’s already showing this kind of ‘guy will pay me’ mentality. At the same time another reader thinks it’s a “great idea. I just read an online story about it. Perhaps, this will inspire other parents to do the same.”
One thing is for sure, Paul’s daughter isn’t the only one who plans to cut down on Facebook time. A recent study shows one in four US users plan to reduce their time spent on the popular social site this year.
Real Life About Wall- E Robot
Mike Senna, a computer programmer from Orange County, California, has spent the last two and a half years building a real-life Wall-E robot, from scratch. It moves around, rolls and talks, but he doesn’t collect trash.
In 2009, shortly after the movie Wall-E was launched, we featured some photos of cool Wall-E computer case mod, but that feat simply pales in comparison to Mike Senna’s awesome achievement.
The robot aficionado spend between 3,200 and 3,800 man hours building his very own version of the adorable Pixar trash-collecting hero. His computer programming skills definitely came in handy, but seeing as there were no Wall-E parts available anywhere on this planet, he had to construct the whole thing from scratch. He worked on it about 25 hours a week, after his day job, but all the hard work certainly paid off.
This isn’t Mike Senna’s first robot, either. In 2003, he created his own version of R2D2, so he’s pretty well-known in select geek circles. His latest creation has started making appearances at various events, putting a smile on children’s faces and getting praised by adult geeks. For detailed “how did he do it” information make sure you check out his blog. There are lot sof cool photos to look at, as well.
Look In To | 10 Fact About New CEO of Apple
Steve Jobs resigned from the post of CEO of the Apple Company, the only thought in mind right now among many of us, even a guy like me who haven’t ever used any product of Apple searched for the reasons behind his resignation though all in vain but the world seems enthusiastic about the word Apple. The Company has a very big name in the market and the world wants to know about the new CEO of Apple company, so here I am providing you with some exciting and interesting facts about Tim Cook, The new CEO of Apple.
10). A Very Private Person
Tim Cook is a much classified person; here are a few of his traits that will tell us about him. He is a soft spoken person, very enthusiastic and a person with an easygoing nature. He is not bold and sociable he loves to remain in his own world; he doesn’t wants to be the head news of The Times and wants to do things without getting much appreciation from co workers and other officials of the company. In short he is personality who loves to keep things confidential.
#9). A Fan Himself
Just like all others he is a person who has his likes and dislikes. He is a big fan of Football and some other specific sports. He is a very big fan of AUBURN football team and admires them very much, his passion for football make us believe that, he is a very simple person who loves to do simple and ordinary things
#8). Loves Working and Sending Emails Early in the Morning
Vice versa of us, we like to fresh the mind before going to office by working out or having a jog in a cool morning breeze. The CEO of apple does things differently he loves to send emails early in the morning before going to office, you would be eager to know how early it is. It is not late by 0430 hours. This is how he starts his day.
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#7). A Fitness Enthusiast
Since now all of you have the idea that new CEO of apple is quite a unique and inimitable personality very different from all other company leaders. But he also finds time for himself; his routine includes a gym workout in order to shape his body. He is also a fitness enthusiast and other than workout in the gym he loves to participate in outdoor activities such as biking and hiking.
#6). Temporary CEO for Apple, A Couple of Times
If we talk about the experience of Mr. Tim for the job of CEO then there is no better than him. He has been a CEO in many occasions for the Apple Company when Mr. Steve Jobs was seriously ill and needed a series of medical attention, during this time he displayed marvelous leadership skills and for him this job is not a new job, he knows how to get the things done with perfection and ease.
#5). IBM and Compaq Product
He has a versatile experience of working with other companies like IBM, Compaq which are being known as the competitors of Apple. Where ever he worked he holds a record of being a diligent worker
#4). Educational Highlights
He completed Industrial Engineering in the year 1982 from a very renowned University “The Auburn University” then later received his MBA from Duke University’s Fugua School of Business in 1988.
#3). His Natural Heritage
He was born and raised in the city of Alabama, Robertsdale but he came from a very simple family where his father’s profession is a shipyard employee while his mother is a full time homemaker.
#2). Independently Hardworking
He may have not received the luxuries of life while he was young, which could be attributed for his mild nature and simplicity. Yet he has gathered all the rewards because of his prudence and reliable nature. In fact, he is one of the biggest contributors to the achievements that Apple had in the past, where even Mr. Jobs believed in him.
#1). 13 Years for Timothy
He has been a competent member of the Apple Company and has been serving if for over 13 years and now he has been welcomed to take the lead and make Apple Company shoot up in the air and reach the heights of glory and success with a lightning speed. He is Timothy D. Cook also known as Tim Cook.
Talking about Facebook iPad App
Multiple statements are coming from different sites regarding official facebook iPad application. Everyone is expecting for new iPad application. MG Siegler found the app code hidden inside the face book’s iPhone.
MG Siegler said that he accessed new iPhone app with the help of Facebook iPhone code. Well! It is not confirmed that what features Apple has added into new iPad application but he revealed some of its details on design and interface.
According to Mr. Siegler, new Facebook iPad application is really a wonderful device. It offers menu system located in left side that you have not seen in Company’s official iPhone application. It is full large screen app that is available on Apple tablet.
Moreover, photo viewing feature is great and highly optimized. Facebook photo seems natural and gives full resemblance that you see in built-in photo viewer on the iPad. Coding used to build new application is HTML5 and web programming language.
From above description, we can expect for new official facebook iPad in coming few months but still it is unclear that the news are correct or wrong. Company knows well what it is going to release in coming weeks.
Founder of facebook and chief executive said recently that the Company has planned to release new products in coming days. This statement also gives us a hope that iPad app would be one of them.
Top 5 About HDTVs
High-definition television (HDTV) or is the video that has the higher resolution than traditional television systems (standard-definition television, or SDTV, or SD). HDTV and one or two million pixels per Atarvan nearly five times the SD. The use of high-definition broadcast technologies in the early analog, but today’s HDTV broadcasts using digital video compression.
1. Samsung Series 8 UN55C8000
Samsung again advances to the head of the class with the 55-inch model in its Series 8 line of LED-backlit 1080p LCD TVs. The ultrathin, sleek-looking Samsung UN55C8000 delivers terrific images, solid audio, great support for multimedia playback, and superb connected-TV features. It also supports 3D content, a feature that is likely to become increasingly important in the next few years..
2. Hitachi 50V500
Black-level performance on par with DLP TVs; slim and light design; custom “day & night” modes for each input; excellent feature package.Black-level performance still less than perfect; expensive.This set offers the best out-of-the-box performance we’ve seen yet from a rear-projection LCD.
3.Gateway 56-inch DLP HD-ready TV
Relatively inexpensive; excellent connectivity; bright and incredibly detailed image, wide viewing angle.Still much pricier than similar-size CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) rear projectors; some rainbow effects; video noise and grayish blacks in darker scenes; inaccurate color.
Gateway’s budget DLP rear projector won’t win on style, but its picture is a pleasant surprise.
4. Vizio XVT553SV Is an HDTV Bargain
Its first-time setup wizard starts by having you set up your Internet connection, via ethernet or either 2.4GHz or 5GHz 802.11n Wi-Fi. Having the 5GHz option available can be quite helpful. Vizio has built a reputation for manufacturing flat-screen TVs that deliver great value for the money, and the company’s top-of-the-line 55-inch LED-backlit LCD TV,
5. Sony KF-60WE610
Black-level performance on par with DLP TVs; slim, light and stylish design; excellent feature package.Black-level performance is still not quite as good as that of CRT-based RPTVs; lacks independent memory per input; expensive.
A huge leap forward in performance for LCD rear-projection TVs, the newest Grand WEGA line gives DLP a run for its money.
Tell You About 4G
The often bandied about term ‘4G’ simply means 4th generation, the technology being the fourth carnation of mobile communications standards. Since Apple took the step in making its latest iPad 4G compatible, this term has become a buzz word for the future of mobile and tablet technology. But what does it mean?
4G refers primarily to the increased speed of a device’s internet connection over its predecessors. It is designed to enable a higher calibre of gaming, internet access, high-definition mobile and impressively; 3D television. The International Telecommunications Union defines the speed of 4G as up to 100Mbps for mobile devices and anywhere on the tasty end of 1Gbps for static connections. If the current predictions and expectations are true, 4G mobile technology will vastly outstrip the speed of your average wired home internet connection. The current generation that we’re all familiar with on our modern smartphones, 3G, offers a meagre 2Mbps so we can look forward to a speed up to 50 times faster than what we have now.
The problem that we come across whilst travelling, when losing connection finding a new mast, will apparently be eliminated too. 4G allegedly switches between mobile communication masts at a much faster rate than 3G.
At the moment, 4G isn’t commercially available in Britain and has only been rolled out near London as a pilot scheme to iron out bugs. We’re told that it should be implemented towards the end of the year, but Ofcom needs to auction the bands of mobile spectrum which have the capacity to run a 4G network (2.6GHz and 800MHz.)
The most practical appeal of the 4G network will be in smooth file-sharing and video conferencing. Business who avoid online communications are hoping to venture into this cheaper, faster and more effective market through the leaps that 4G will make. The secure and stable connection will mean file transfers should be swift and uninterrupted, whilst the increase in speed will allow for much smoother video streaming and a higher resolution to be displayed at a decent FPS (frames per second) rate.
4G is definitely going to be of a great benefit to businesses. The switch from mobile streams into VoIP (Voice over Inter Protocol) means that phone calls from mobile telecommunications will act in much the same way that those made on computers will. They will suffer less from peak spikes, meaning you can rely on your phone calls to be secure and quality at times of high usages, and the data transferred will be far more secure. Added to which, the cost of transferring this kind of data will be much lower than standard telecommunications.
But the jury are still out as to whether this decreased cost will see a decreased bill. We doubt it.
All About Google Glass
I’m sure by now, most of us have heard of the potential Google Glass has. In the video you see a few people going through everyday routines while others put it on for more extreme stuff like skydiving.
On their head, is the wearable gadget that gives you the first-person’s view of the experience, made possible by you guessed it, Google Glass.
While Google Glass is still currently a developer’s toy, who has the time to wait until it becomes an item for the masses? So we did a little digging, got our fingers dirty and found 10 things you can expect from this high-tech eyewear.
We’ll talk about its hardware, what it’s capable of doing and how it’ll do it. Be prepared for the future as you might see many people wearing the Google Glass when it’s released
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1. Tiny (But Powerful) Hardware
It’s amazing how the Project Glass team has managed to squeeze all of its features into a tiny ‘computer’ supported on a lightweight yet strong frame.
Google Glass is packed with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, speakers, a camera, microphone, touchpad andpossibly a gyroscope that detects head-tilts. Then there’s the main piece, a tiny screen the size of your finger, that shows you all the information you need at your finger tips.
(Image Source: The Verge)
You can tell by the prototype that the design and engineering team have done a great job cramping everything into the current Glass design: a wearable, non-intrusive gadget that doesn’t get in the way of daily life.
2. Heed My Command!
Well, all that hardware is put to good use: Google Glass has voice input, which makes everything a lot more interesting. The built-in microphone combined with Google Now connects you directly to the search engine.
You activate Google Now by saying "Okay Glass" then send a command or question. Tilting your head up does the same thing.
You can take a photo or record a video, all by just saying the command for it – more on that, later. On the right, is a touchpad where you can swipe through, to get to menus; tapping, registers your selection.
3. Life Pauses For No One
Google Glass users can now live in the moment, and keep that memory in pictures or videos. No more foraging around for a camera, tuning the settings of your photo apps, and letting the moment go by without a single snap. Just say, "Take a Photo" and your view at the moment is captured, hands-free. Imagine the possibiltiies.
Other than photos, you can do the same with videos, which spells opportunities for extreme sports, real-life tutorials and more. Of course, picture quality coming from a device this small would not be comparable to a DSLR camera, but oftentimes, you’d rather not lose out on the moment.
4. Always On Call, Literally
With Glass being able to record videos, it can also act as a webcam with the data connection from your home or smartphone. You can use Google Hangout for a group conference, and still do what you need to do without being confined to a desk.
The powerful voice input feature also allows you to dictate text messages, attach videos and pictures alongwith and sending it via your mobile data connection, without having to remove your phone from your pocket.
5. Never Get Lost Again
Since it’s built with a GPS chip, it’ll be able to help you navigate, with help from Google Maps. This will take away the need to look down at your smartphone and it will be especially handy when you are driving, when you’re walking through crowded streets or when you’re hiking through the countryside.
Travellers, backpackers and even long distant cyclists won’t have to stop and check on where they are. In fact, this is the perfect example of augmented reality.
6. Blend In With The Locals
If you have read this recap on Awesome Things Google Search Can Do For You, know that you can do all of this on Glass as well. What’s the difference? Think about travelling and visiting a place where you don’t speak the local language.
7. Live From The Field
Live information that is shown to you would come from the predictive software of Google Now. On Android’s Jelly Bean, Google Now knows when you’re leaving your home for work and can warn you of bad traffic before you get stuck in it.
You can also set your favourite sports team and it’ll give you the latest news, scores and updates from the team, whenever they play.
All those features are available on Android, but with Glass, you can skip checking your device and just get it shown to you as and when it happens, or as news feeds. Google Now cards also shows you your boarding pass, next appointment, hotel or restaurant reservations, reminders for important birthdays and events in your calendar.
8. OS Compatibility Not An Issue
Google Glass works not only with Android phones but also with the iPhone, according to this report. Apart from the GPS chip inside, Google Glass is dependent on the Wi-Fi or mobile connectivityto deliver its features. It is only fair game it if is available like any third-party accessory
When paired up with your smart device, it can show social network notifications and let you communicate via the same channels as you would on the computer. This removes the need of looking at your smartphone constantly, giving you more time to concentrate on the task at hand.
9. Time For A Make-Over
What is high tech without a sleek and cool design? Google Glass weighed an astounding 8 poundswhen it first was announced more than a year ago, but now is seeking to receive nods from the fashion industry.
Already lightweight, and soon to be available in 5 color options (Shale, Tangerine, Charcoal, Cotton and Sky), Google Glass is set to get a make-over with help from eyewear companies.
The flexibility in design is made possible with different frame and lens shapes — the computing part of Glass can be unscrewed from the current frame and attached onto another. We’re looking forward to a less cyborg, more natural feel to it. But for now, it’s wait and see.
10. Still Elusive But Almost Here
Google first made Glass available to developers during the Google I/O conference. At the time, it was priced at $1,500 and word has it that it will still be within that price range when it is finally released end of this year.
More recently, participants of the #ifihadglass competition can get an opportunity to buy Glass if they give the most creative Tweet or Google+ comment. For the rest of us, we’ll just have to wait until they iron out the rough edges before we can put on a pair.
All You Need To Know About Facebook’s Latest News Feed
The New Facebook is about you. In a new attempt to manage clutter that is invading our personal feed on Facebook, Facebook is putting all your favorite feeds into one ‘personalized newspaper’ where you can get high quality content from famous figures, relevant local sources and your social circles.
With the new design you can stay on top of a topic, or ‘drill’ into the essence of that topic – the new Facebook design allows you to dwell in both.
It’s also taking tips from Pinterest and pushing for a more visually engaging interface, putting the focus on photos instead of just pure text. The new News Feed has been designed to give us richer stories, better choice of feeds, and a more consistent user interface between desktop and mobile Facebook.
Here’s everything you need to know about Facebook’s latest News Feed redesign.
1. Customized News Feed
The things that matter only take up 40% of the real estate on your current Facebook news feed. The new design puts importance on making the stories come alive. One way is via clearer, more stunning visuals with both individual photos and full albums.
Article shares also got a facelift, giving it a more clean-cut, professional look. More of the summary is revealed and the logo of the publisher gets a bigger spotlight (it’s about time!).
2. Easier To Make Connections
The information put into Timeline is now better displayed to outsiders, to help make connections. The profile photo is bigger and you can see mutual friends you have with this person, right from their Facebook cover photo.
All the information you need to make the connection is at the same spot. The same is applied to pages, brands and services.
3. Check-Ins Are More Relatable
With the new design, when you check-in into a place, you can see the place on a map with a description of the place, which is actually a great idea. Rather than depend solely on your friends’ descriptions, you get a clearer picture of what the place is and where you can find it.
This effectively makes your friends’ adventures more relatable to you.
4. Logbook Of What You Do On Third-Party Apps
Love Pinterest or Spotify? Facebook can help you track what you are doing there, giving your friends an idea of your activities outside of Facebook. It takes the repetitive work of sharing the things you do elsewhere with your friends in Facebook, and helps you curate all your actions into one feed for a more organized look.
5. Multiple-Sharing Highlighted
When an article or video is shared several times from different people, it no longer clutters your feed repetitively. We already have this in the current design but the new design lets you go into every single conversation that is attached to each particular share, sorted by your friend’s profile picture to the left of the article, or video, that is making recent headlines.
6. Curating Made Simple
Apart from articles and videos, you can also see all the postings from a single publisher, or headlines about a topic or public figure curated together for easier access. While this probably contributed to most of your clutter previously, it is now properly packaged into an easier-to-handle design.
Choice Of Feeds
1. Feeds Switch
You can jump to the feeds using the switcher at the top right side of the new design. For mobile, this only takes a swipe down to find the feed you want. The Feeds Switch lets you get to the sections like how you do in a newspaper (like the sports section? Flip to the Sports section).
With the new design, you can even create your own feed e.g. make a game feed if you are an avid gamer to get all the latest about your favorite games.
2. All Friends
The new design is bringing back an old friend. The All Friend feed makes a comeback and gives you the updates from everyone in your friends’ list in a single feed and in chronological order. Don’t worry, there is a separate feed for Close Friends so all that sorting will still come to good use.
3. Music
You can now get the latest updates from your favorite musical artist, such as concerts that are happening nearby or the latest releases of albums. Also in the music section are other music that your friends are listening to
This gives music artists a great avenue to release their latest updates on Facebook, rather than do so with other less-populated social networks.
4. Photos And Pages
Photos also get their own ‘section’, so you can look into the lives of your friends through their eyes, with help from their phone cameras and perhaps Instagram filters. If you follow Pages, these are all put together in the same ‘Following’ feed so that when you sit down and read, you are getting all of them on the same channel and in chronological order.
5. Preferential Sorting For Feeds
If you tap into the Music feed often, this will automatically be ranked higher in your choice of feed based on your recent and frequency of interactions. Since you can create any other types of feed, this gives you better, more personalized management of the information you can find on Facebook.
Mobile Consistency
1. Global Navigation
In an attempt to make Facebook look and feel the same across all platforms and screen sizes, the new design has a tray feature accessible on the left of your Facebook view. This is the same on the tablet, your smartphone and the desktop.
This reduces the need to relearn how to navigate Facebook whenever you access it from different devices.
2. New Updates, New Look
New notification about new incoming stories have also gotten a facelift in the form of a clean, bubble near the top of your feed. It lets us access new stories without scrolling off the page so you don’t lose sight of what you are reading.
3. Responsive Design
The new design is essentially mobile-inspired, and the physical model of how you got around in Facebook on smartphones and the tablet has now been ported to the desktop view. You can now access a page on Facebook from another page without having to go back to the homepage.
Conclusion
Can’t wait to try the new look on? Join the waiting list and experience the new Facebook yourself.
