To Attract Guests, Hotels Splurge on Hi-Tech and Bling for Pools
July 30, 2008
Filed under: Audio/Video, Computers, iPod, Summer Fun
Hotels are spending large bucks on new pools, and we’re not talking about fluffier lounge towels and free slippers. Okay, we know, most nice hotels already give people free slippers, but we were trying to make a point. Anyway…
Basically, competition for the type of people who can still afford to travel is intense. Hotels know that having bells and whistles bigger and shinier than the competition’s bells and whistles can give them an edge. You want examples We got examples (which we got from a current USA Today article).
For all things tech, visit Puerto Rico’s El San Juan Hotel and Casino where people can rent poolside cabanas with flat screen TVs and mini bars. The ideal part While on break from spinning, the resident DJ will come around and customize iPods with some of his/her favorite music. Nice touch eh
The Gaansevort South’s pool (pictured above) in South Beach is infused with underwater lights and music. Bar patrons can watch the aquatic debauchery unfold from a dry spot near the bar courtesy of a huge window in the pool.
The new Thompson Beverly Hills boasts a pool lined with Swarovski Crystals. Jason Pomeranc, Thompson Hotels Chief, calls the pool “very Hollywood.” We call his description of the pool “very unoriginal.”
The Joule, a new hotel in Dallas has a pool on the 10th floor that has one end sticking out over the street. Not only is this cool, but it is open to the public, which makes us care about it a lot more, because we can’t actually afford to stay there.
Get the picture Now go have fun. If you can afford it. [Source: USA Today]
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iPhone 3G Accidentally Snaps Pic of iPhone Factory
July 30, 2008
Unless you hit the jackpot at an Apple Store, you aren’t apt to see this many iPhone 3Gs in one place without planning a meetup. As the story goes, one particular lady picked up one of Apple’s latest handsets, took it home and began checking things out. Curiously, a trio of images were already on the Camera Roll. Upon viewing them, she noticed two snaps overcome with blur and the one you see above — likely a rare look into an iPhone 3G factory. Not that we haven’t see Apple products give away their place of origin before, but still interesting nonetheless. Now, scurry along and check out your own roll to see if any hidden treasures are waiting. [Source: Remove the Labels via TUAW]
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To Attract Guests, Hotels Splurge on Hi-Tech and Bling for Pools
July 29, 2008
Filed under: Audio/Video, Personal, iPod, Summer Fun
Hotels are spending large bucks on new pools, and we’re not talking about fluffier lounge towels and free slippers. Okay, we know, most nice hotels already give people free slippers, but we were trying to make a point. Anyway…
Basically, competition for the type of people who can still afford to travel is intense. Hotels know that having bells and whistles more massive and shinier than the competition’s bells and whistles can give them an edge. You want examples We got examples (which we got from a recent USA Today article).
For all things tech, visit Puerto Rico’s El San Juan Hotel and Casino where people can rent poolside cabanas with flat screen TVs and mini bars. The ideal part While on break from spinning, the resident DJ will come around and customize iPods with some of his/her favorite music. Nice touch eh
The Gaansevort South’s pool (pictured above) in South Beach is infused with underwater lights and music. Bar patrons can watch the aquatic debauchery unfold from a dry spot near the bar courtesy of a big window in the pool.
The new Thompson Beverly Hills boasts a pool lined with Swarovski Crystals. Jason Pomeranc, Thompson Hotels Chief, calls the pool “very Hollywood.” We call his description of the pool “very unoriginal.”
The Joule, a new hotel in Dallas has a pool on the 10th floor that has one end sticking out over the street. Not only is this cool, but it is open to the public, which makes us care about it a lot more, because we can’t actually afford to stay there.
Get the picture Now go have fun. If you can afford it. [Source: USA Today]
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Worst Web Threats of 2008 (So Far)
July 29, 2008
Filed under: Cell Phones, Personal, Back to School Guide 2008
- 2008 has seen an explosion in malicious software, three times more than in 2007.
- Google-owned Blogger (which helps create those blogs with ‘blogspot’ in the address bar) is the most common host for malicious software.
- Hackers and spammers use social sites like Facebook and MySpace with increasing frequency to spread spyware and viruses.
- Attacks against Macs, iPhones and Linux machines have increased dramatically.
- SMS spam messages (text messages) are an emerging front and is of particular concern in China.
- Although still common, attacks via e-mail have decreased in the first half of 2008.
As usual, there are ways to defend yourself against such attacks. Getting yourself a firewall program is a good start, but don’t forget about anti-virus and anti-spyware tools as well. Still, the best defense is caution and diligence. Don’t follow suspicious links or open e-mails if you don’t know the sender.
It’s a dangerous world out there on the Web, but with a little smarts and the right tools you and your data will be safe. [Source: Business Wire]
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To Attract Guests, Hotels Splurge on Hi-Tech and Bling for Pools
July 28, 2008
Filed under: Audio/Video, Personal, iPod, Summer Fun
Hotels are spending big bucks on new pools, and we’re not talking about fluffier lounge towels and free slippers. Okay, we know, most nice hotels already give people free slippers, but we were trying to make a point. Anyway…
Basically, competition for the type of people who can still afford to travel is intense. Hotels know that having bells and whistles bigger and shinier than the competition’s bells and whistles can give them an edge. You want examples We got examples (which we got from a recent USA Today article).
For all things tech, visit Puerto Rico’s El San Juan Hotel and Casino where people can rent poolside cabanas with flat screen TVs and mini bars. The ideal part While on break from spinning, the resident DJ will come around and customize iPods with some of his/her favorite music. Nice touch eh
The Gaansevort South’s pool (pictured above) in South Beach is infused with underwater lights and music. Bar patrons can watch the aquatic debauchery unfold from a dry spot near the bar courtesy of a huge window in the pool.
The new Thompson Beverly Hills boasts a pool lined with Swarovski Crystals. Jason Pomeranc, Thompson Hotels Chief, calls the pool “very Hollywood.” We call his description of the pool “very unoriginal.”
The Joule, a new hotel in Dallas has a pool on the 10th floor that has one end sticking out over the street. Not only is this cool, but it is open to the public, which makes us enjoy it a lot more, because we can’t actually afford to stay there.
Get the picture Now go have fun. If you can afford it. [Source: USA This day]
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Worst Web Threats of 2008 (So Far)
July 28, 2008
Filed under: Cell Phones, Computers, Back to School Guide 2008
- 2008 has seen an explosion in malicious software, three times more than in 2007.
- Google-owned Blogger (which helps create those blogs with ‘blogspot’ in the address bar) is the most common host for malicious software.
- Hackers and spammers use social sites like Facebook and MySpace with increasing frequency to spread spyware and viruses.
- Attacks against Macs, iPhones and Linux machines have increased dramatically.
- SMS spam messages (text messages) are an emerging front and is of particular concern in China.
- Even though still common, attacks via e-mail have decreased in the first half of 2008.
As usual, there are ways to defend yourself against such attacks. Getting yourself a firewall program is a good start, but don’t forget about anti-virus and anti-spyware tools as well. Still, the best defense is caution and diligence. Don’t follow suspicious links or open e-mails if you don’t know the sender.
It’s a hazardous world out there on the Web, but with a tiny smarts and the right tools you and your data will be safe. [Source: Business Wire]
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Zune Tattoo Guy Covering Up His Tattoos
July 27, 2008
Filed under: Audio/Video, Computers
Say it ain’t so! America’s most loyal recommend for Microsoft’s Zune is apparently throwing in the towel. Of course, we should warn you that this could very well be a easy ploy for attention, but if the man keeps his word, he’ll soon be covering his Zune tattoos with… something else.
Curiously, he didn’t say whether or not he would be playing the traitor card and picking up some sort of iPod, but taking into account that more people have seen this guy’s body art in the wild than actual Zunes, the general public should know soon enough. You fought a good fight, Zune Guy, but consider yourself expelled from The Social. [Source: zunescene]
[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]
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Worst Web Threats of 2008 (So Far)
July 27, 2008
Filed under: Cell Phones, Computers, Back to School Guide 2008
- 2008 has seen an explosion in malicious software, three times more than in 2007.
- Google-owned Blogger (which helps create those blogs with ‘blogspot’ in the address bar) is the most common host for malicious software.
- Hackers and spammers use social sites like Facebook and MySpace with increasing frequency to spread spyware and viruses.
- Attacks against Macs, iPhones and Linux machines have increased dramatically.
- SMS spam messages (text messages) are an emerging front and is of particular concern in China.
- Even though still common, attacks via e-mail have decreased in the first half of 2008.
As usual, there are ways to defend yourself against such attacks. Getting yourself a firewall program is a good begin, but don’t forget about anti-virus and anti-spyware tools as well. Still, the ideal defense is caution and diligence. Don’t follow suspicious links or open e-mails if you don’t know the sender.
It’s a hazardous world out there on the Web, but with a little smarts and the right tools you and your data will be safe. [Source: Business Wire]
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Zune Tattoo Guy Covering Up His Tattoos
July 26, 2008
Filed under: Audio/Video, Computers
Say it ain’t so! America’s most loyal suggest for Microsoft’s Zune is apparently throwing in the towel. Of course, we should warn you that this could very well be a simple ploy for attention, but if the man keeps his word, he will soon be covering his Zune tattoos with… something else.
Curiously, he didn’t say whether or not he would be playing the traitor card and picking up some sort of iPod, but taking into account that more people have seen this guy’s body art in the wild than actual Zunes, the general public should know soon enough. You fought a good fight, Zune Guy, but think about yourself expelled from The Social. [Source: zunescene]
[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]
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Best iPod Docks for Your Dorm Room
July 26, 2008
Filed under: Audio/Video, Editor’s Picks, iPod, iPhone, Home Audio, Portable Audio, Reviews, Back to School Guide 2008
With the possible exceptions of ramen and the occasional sixer of Natty Ice, there’s nothing quite as essential for the scholarly life as music. And with all your music on your iPod, a quality dock can be just the thing to give your dorm room the moodiness it so desperately needs. Check out this handful of winners.
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