Posted November 18th, 2008
by admin
I’ll be the first to admit, that I’m not a huge fan of Al Gore. But in a recent address to the Web 2.0 Summit, he brought up an interesting point of how the TV media, and internet/computer media are fusing together. This idea is more readily present in Apple TV than any other device, or service I’ve seen.
Before I get too heavily into the review let me preface by saying that Apple TV isn’t for everyone. It’s a niche device that provides very ample entertainment possibilities, if you’re the right user.
If you don’t own a widescreen TV, then your options for using Apple TV are severely limited. So, if you’re wanting to get the full Apple TV experience, you’ll need a new TV. No better time to make that decision to upgrade to HD.. 
Apple TV has had two different life spans - before the software upgrade, and the after. Before its massive software upgrade, Apple TV was nothing more than a means of having iTunes available on your TV. There were cheaper options available to allow music to play from your entertainment system speakers, so Apple TV didn’t have much to offer people. Later, they would allow the ability to play YouTube videos, so that sparked some interest, but very little.
Now, through its growing pains, AppleTV has become something that resembles a useful product. Unlike before, Apple TV has direct access to the iTunes store, which improves its convenience alot. The iTunes Store itself has improved by leaps and bounds. There’s now movies available with alot being offered in 720p HD. Flickr and photos from .Mac accounts are now available to be viewed.
The bottom line with Apple TV, is that it’s a very niche device. The casual computer user isn’t going to find a whole lot to like with Apple TV. If you’re into digital rentals, streaming, and having iTunes available through your entertainment system, then Apple TV is definitely something I could recommend.
Tags: Apple TV, iTunes, iTunes Store, review, Software, TV, upgrade Posted in Everything
Posted August 16th, 2008
by admin
One thing that is especially nice about Power Support’s screen protectors is that you have a choice - “Crystal” or “Anti Glare.” The names are pretty self explanitory, one shares the reflective, glossy screen properties of the naked iPhone screen and the other is an anti-glare matte film that blocks reflections. Most companies offer one or the other, so its nice to have a choice when you’re purchasing.
These are the “official” iPhone screen protectors, as far as Apple is concerned, because they sell them in Apple retail stores alongside the phones. For $15, you get a 2-pack of your choice of glossy or anti glare; as well as a “Pre-Installation” film that does a surprisingly good job of cleaning the screen.
I prefer the anti-glare. It has a very interesting feel, much smoother than the regular screen. Some swear by the glossier counterparts because they make the screen look more vivid, but I’m fine giving up a little sautration for anti glare and the silky feeling it gives the screen. It also does an excellent job of keeping finger prints off the screen, which is amazing if you’re like me and can’t stand smudges all over.
Its very effective - here’s a before/after comparison of the glare with and without a film.
If you’re using your phone outdoors, in bright light or anywhere reflections might be annoying, its a godsend. If you like to check your reflection in your screen, it may be problematic.
As far as quality goes, they’re well made. They were the leaders in front films for the original iPhone and my guess is that the manufacturing process hasn’t changed all that much since then. They aren’t total coverage (there is a little extra space on the sides and around the home button) but if you line it up right, you’re pretty much completely covered. The clarity on the glossy is excellent and very good on the anti-glare (which is to be expected).
If you’re looking for a way to keep scratches, smudges and finger prints off your screen, the Power Support iPhone 3G films are an excellent way to do it. They’re available online and most likely at your local Apple store.
Tags: iphone 3g film, iphone 3g screen protector, iphone 3g skin, power support anti-glare film, power support crystal film, power support film, power support iphone 3g Posted in Everything
