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Places To Store Photos

By RD Bentley on September 17, 2011 in ,

There are many super places to store valuable photos online. We live in a technological age that allows great choices. It’s even better if we can share our pictures with our friends online. Which one is your favorite?

Places To Store Photos

1. Flickr Pro — Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world.

2. KODAK Gallery — Easily organize, edit and print your photos online. Now offering professional quality prints. Get photo books, photo cards, and photo gifts at KODAK Gallery.

3. Picasa Web Albums — Picasa is a software download from Google that helps you organize, edit, and share your photos. It’s free, and easy to use.

4. Photobucket — Photobucket offers image hosting, free photo sharing and video sharing. Upload your photos, host your videos, and share them with friends and family.

5. Shutterfly — Create photo books, personalize photo cards & stationery, and share photos with family and friends.

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Prediction: Winner Of US Presidential Election, 2012

By RD Bentley on September 17, 2011 in

Survey Says — The Winner Is Incumbent Barack Obama

You might say I have a magical crystal ball hidden in a dark room. You might say I have the exquisite touch of Nostradamus. You might speculate that I may be gifted when it comes to politics. My response — well not exactly.

Let’s take a look at the LA Times script for example — “Obama campaign’s staggering haul: $86 million raised for reelection. Republican candidates combined are expected to raise less than $35 million this quarter.”

The headline says it all. Doesn’t it take an atrocious amount of money to win an election these days? What ever happened to keeping campaign promises and holding the politician accountable after the election? Is this a bit of nostalgia that Americans have forgotten about? Accountability?

By enlarge, the matter is not groundbreaking. The GOP has not really raised a clear argument against President Obomba. Why?

Because his presidency model is a replicate of George W. Bush. More spending on largely unpopular wars, more promises that have mostly been broken, more tax breaks for the wealthy, and total gridlock in government. President Obama has moved far to the right as it would appear to most of the crowd. Some are starting to say he looks more like Dick Cheney every day. Others say Obama resembles President Herbert Hoover.

Obama has become the chief collaborator of the Republican Party. It’s hard to oppose something that you resemble the most. What were media pundits calling him — the “change president”? Change in your pocket maybe.

Relegate fact from fiction. Assess the incumbency advantage. Since World War II, a whopping 90% of incumbents who ran for reelection did get reelected!

What will the slogan be this time? Because the “change” and “yes we can” lines do not apply anymore. Then you have the Republicans trying to hold the President hostage over a routine debt ceiling deal. President Obama will certainly remind the public about this extravaganza coming out of Washington.

And the winner of the United States presidential election, 2012 is…

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How To Choose A Reliable Wireless Router

By RD Bentley on September 16, 2011 in ,

Have you gone wireless yet? If you haven’t you don’t know what you’re missing out on. If you are interested, here’s how to choose a reliable wireless router. It’s the magic of mobility.

First of all, you can’t believe everything that you read online. I bought the Cisco-Linksys WRT120N Wireless-N Home Router many months ago and I haven’t had the first problem with it. It took a total of about 10 minutes to install. It’s very easy to install this router, even for the beginner.

This router does exactly what it is supposed to do. It transmits a signal so that one can enjoy household gadgets such as the famous Apple iPod Touch . It allows one to roam free throughout the house, while using your favorite electronic gadget.

Some of the reviews on this particular router are not so good I know, but it has worked marvelous for me. That’s all I can say about it. I’ve owned it for about a year now. I own the iPod as well. It’s also a fantastic product.

Top Ten Wireless Routers

1. Medialink – Wireless N Router – 802.11n – 150 Mbps – 2.4 Ghz – NEW Design w/ Internal Antenna

2. Cisco-Linksys WRT54GL Wireless-G Broadband Router (Compatible with Linux)

3. Cisco Linksys Refurbished E1000 Wireless-N Router

4. D-Link DIR-655 Extreme N Gigabit Wireless Router

5. Belkin N150 Wireless N Router (Latest Generation)

6. Linksys E1200 Wireless-N Router

7. D-Link DIR-601 Wireless N 150 Home Router

8. Belkin Wireless G 4-Port Router

9. Cisco-Linksys WRT54G Wireless-G Router

10. Cisco-Linksys WRT160N-RM Refurbished Wireless-N Router

Recommendation

If I were to buy another wireless router, I’d probably go with the Medialink – Wireless N Router – 802.11n – 150 Mbps – 2.4 Ghz – NEW Design w/ Internal Antenna. That being said, any of these would probably make good routers. Some even prefer the Belkin brand.

Medialink features: excellent customer service, easy installation, nice looking, affordable, popular, great value, reliable, works with Windows and iMac, works with Roku and other wireless TV devices, certified.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me on Twitter. The details are located near the top of the page.

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Revolutionary: The Leica M9

By RD Bentley on September 16, 2011 in

Leica M9 – Field Test and Hands-on Review – DigitalRev.com

The Leica M9 18MP Digital Range Finder Camera (Black, Body Only) is quite revolutionary. However, it’s not your everyday camera.

This digital camera is more for the perfectionist; the photographer who takes pictures to heart. Furthermore, this camera is unobtrusive, light, well-made, unique, and clearly amazing.

The Leica M9 is simply the best digital camera out there; but the price is not inexpensive.

In the end, it’s about rediscovering the love of photography and refined taste. This camera delivers in every sense of the word. The Leica M9 is the world’s smallest full frame digital camera.

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High Speed HDMI Cable For HDTV

By RD Bentley on September 15, 2011 in

If you’re looking for a good quality HDMI cable for HD TV or 3D TV, the BlueRigger High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet (25 Feet) – Supports 3D and Audio Return [Latest Version] is the one for you. It is 25 feet long, and this is much better than 6 feet.

A winning product: heavy duty, high quality, great signal, ethernet, superior to the cheaper cables, great price that cannot be beat.

Product Usage

  • HDCP Compliant
  • Guaranteed 1440p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i Resolutions
  • Works with all HDTVs, Blu-ray players, Xbox 360, PS3 and other HDMI devices
  • Supports Transfer Rates of Up to 340Mhz or 10.2gbps
  • Supports True HD Dolby 7.1 and DTS-HD Master Audio

    • If you’re going from laptop to TV to watch ESPN, this product is what you need!

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    How To Win And Not Lose Your Customers

    By RD Bentley on September 15, 2011 in ,

    Here is one way you can always win and not lose your customers.

    Is your company listening? No seriously. Does your business really understand the customer’s needs? There’s one thing to be certain, at least in the United States — as the suggestion box keeps dying, customer service is bound to die with it.

    I’m apalled at such poor business practices in America. Customer service seems to be a relic of the past. Don’t get me wrong, there are a few businesses that do get it. I salute you. There a great number of them that don’t have a clue.

    Monopolization is destroying America. It’s no wonder big business is getting such bad publicity these days. While I’m tempted to use corporate names, I won’t, because it’s not polite. Here’s why I say this in a constructive manner.

    Here’s how my (simulated but not exaggerated) day went yesterday. I started off paying the electric bill in the local area. The secretary treated me as if I was an alien from another planet. Cause: the only electric company in town. They weren’t listening.

    I later made it to one of the largest department stores in the country. I was window shopping, so I continued to browse in the store. Very few sales people were to be found. I wonder what would’ve happened if I really needed to ask a question. They weren’t listening.

    I later decided to stop and grab a bite at one of my favorite nationally owned restaurants. I’ve eaten there dozens of times and I’ve had some great experiences. But I’ve noticed lately how things have changed. The cashiers out front are chatting and being unresponsive. They’re not listening.

    My original stop was at the doctor’s office. I’m happy to report that I’ve finally found some good doctors that are listening. There’s quite a number of them that don’t get it. They’re not listening.

    After making it home and eventually settling down, I considered browsing on the internet. Well, I did just that for awhile. Then my internet completely shut down. It was off all night. Does this happen all of the time? The answer is no, but it does happen way too often. The reason why: the only broadband service in town. They’re not listening.

    Is your business listening? If not, then you need to read this guide — How To Win Friends and Influence People.

    Image Credit:

    Image: photostock / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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    Finding A Good Synonym Book

    By RD Bentley on September 13, 2011 in

    All writers have useful tools for the trade. Yes, there are a few gifted geniuses with photogenic minds that retain bytes of knowledge like a machine. For the rest of us, we’ll need a good Thesaurus, or, a good synonym finder.

    Finding the right words is critical for the aspiring freelancing artist. One of the best synonym finders is — The Synonym Finder. Add a bit of panache to your writing style! (I’m ordering mine right now.)

    This book is simply one of the best of its kind. It is highly recommended by teachers everywhere. The nuance of meaning will add to your skill of writing when you use this tool. It is indispensable.

    The Synonym Finder is a must for anyone wanting to improve their level of insight. 

    The book currently ranks as an Amazon’s bestseller in books: #3,367.

    Like most thesauri, the book is not about definitions or pronunciations. It’s about structuring the right word in the right sentence. Does it require a degree in journalism to use it? Non.

    One more fundamental tool for writers — Word Painting: A Guide to Write More Descriptively.

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    Windows 7 Can't Connect To Internet

    By RD Bentley on September 13, 2011 in

    I’ve been using Windows 7 for some time now. I’ve never had any problems before. Now Windows 7 will not connect to the internet. What’s the deal?

    Make sure you have checked all of your internet connections, restarted the computer, reset router,  and reset your internet browser. If all checked out okay, most likely your LAN has been disabled. Take a long, deep breath. Then proceed.

    WINDOWS 7: How To Enable LAN

  • Go to Start. Then Control Panel. Then Network and Sharing.
  • Click “change adapter setting” — on the left side.
  • Right click on Local area connection and enable it.

    • To get more details, go to the Microsoft website.

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    Top Ten 3D HDTVs

    By RD Bentley on September 13, 2011 in

    Bestselling 3D HDTVs (Learn More)

    See what HDTV’s others are buying, based on popularity.

    1. Samsung UN55D8000 55-Inch 1080p 240Hz 3D LED HDTV (Silver)

    2. LG Infinia 47LW6500 47-Inch Cinema 3D 1080p 240 Hz LED HDTV with Smart TV (Included: Four Pairs of 3D Glasses)

    3. VIZIO XVT3D474SV 47-Inch Full HD 3D Full Array TruLED with Smart Dimming LCD HDTV 480 Hz SPS with VIZIO Internet Apps

    4. LG Infinia 55LW5600 55-Inch Cinema 3D 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV with Smart TV (Included: Four Pairs of 3D Glasses)

    5. LG Infinia 47LW5600 47-Inch Cinema 3D 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV with Smart TV (Included: Four Pairs of 3D Glasses)

    6. Panasonic VIERA TC-P50GT30 50-Inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV

    7. Samsung UN60D8000 60-Inch 1080p 240Hz 3D LED HDTV (Silver)

    8. Samsung UN55D7000 55-Inch 1080p 240Hz 3D LED HDTV (Silver)

    9. VIZIO E3D420VX 42 Inch Class Theater 3D LCD HDTV with VIZIO Internet Apps

    10. VIZIO XVT3D424SV 42-Inch Full HD 3D Edge Lit Razor LED with Smart Dimming LCD HDTV 480 Hz SPS with VIZIO Internet Apps

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    NASA Launches MoonKam

    By RD Bentley on September 11, 2011 in ,

    NASA’s Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory (GRAIL) lifted off from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station’s Pad SLC-17B at 9:08 a.m. EDT.

    More About GRAIL:

    GRAIL will fly twin spacecraft in tandem orbits around the moon for several months to measure its gravity field in unprecedented detail. The mission also will answer longstanding questions about Earth’s moon and provide scientists a better understanding of how Earth and other rocky planets in the solar system formed.

    Scientists will use the gravity field information from the two satellites to X-ray the moon from crust to core to reveal the moon’s subsurface structures and, indirectly, its thermal history.

    GRAIL FAST FACTS

  • What it stands for: Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory
  • What it is: Twin satellites will circle the Moon in tandem orbit.
  • The mission: The satellites will precisely map the Moon’s gravity.
  • Launch date: September 2011
  • Insertion into orbit: January 2012
  • Scientific mission: March-May 2012
  • Mission partners: NASA, Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Lockheed Martin, Goddard Space Flight Center, Sally Ride Science
  • GRAIL MoonKAM: MoonKAM stands for Moon Knowledge Acquired by Middle school students. Students can request that special cameras on the satellites take photos of specific areas of the lunar surface.

    • The GRAIL MoonKAM will allow classrooms to request pictures of the lunar surface from cameras on the twin satellite.

  • NASA HD-TV on USTREAM
  • APOD: GRAIL Photos

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