Posts Tagged Tutorial
Google Voice Demo
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Review, Tutorial on July 19th, 2009
In this video I demo the new free service from Google, Google Voice. This service gives you a new master phone number that will ring all your phones, as well as many other great features.
Request an Invite here
https://services.google.com/fb/forms/googlevoiceinvite/
Prowl, push notifications at their best
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Review, Tutorial on July 10th, 2009
In this video I demonstrate Prowl, a growl client for the iPhone that utilizes push notifications better than any other app available in the app store. Download prowl after the break.
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Apple TV 2.4 software update
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Review, Tutorial on June 30th, 2009
In this video I discuss the recent 2.4 Apple TV software update. I talk about the added functionality coupled with the remote app for the iPhone. I also talk about the compatibility with the popular apple TV hacks that are available.
Update: In addition to ATVFlash Patchstick.ca has also released an update to their software to work with the 2.4 update.
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Patchstick.ca Simple Apple TV Hacking
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Review, Tutorial on June 16th, 2009
In this video I review Patchstick.ca’s commercial patchstick product for hacking the Apple TV. I can certainly say that this is the best hacking product available for the Apple TV today. Its simple, unobtrusive, and makes managing individual plugins a breeze plus updating plugins doesn’t require you to re hack the entire system, updates are handled within the menu system. Check their product out at http://www.Patchstick.ca and see hoe easy it is to add additional functionality to the Apple TV.
Update: I have conformation now that the open VPN service does have a connection available in the UK for BBC iPlayer access.
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Update Video
Posted by Jordan Patterson in General on June 4th, 2009
This video is simply a update video with some discussions about the E3 conference and discussions about the upcoming Palm Pre release and Apples WWDC. Another note on my ad sponsorship. I am not promoting or recommending random ad clicking, I simply was informing all of my viewers that if you are interested in a product or service advertised on my site, clicking that ad does support the site. Since this is addressed in the Google ad sense TOS and I have already received a comment on my YouTube channel I wanted to clarify my intent. Thank You
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iTunes media server issues
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Walkthrough on May 4th, 2009
In this video I talk about some of the drawbacks of creating a central iTunes server. I also highlight some reasons an iTunes server might be the perfect solution for your home network.
Harnessing the power of web applications with SSB
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Tutorial on April 28th, 2009
In this video I demonstrate the power of site specific browsers or SSB. These can be used to create desktop applications centered around a web application or service like Gmail, Google Reader, Twitter, Facebook and many more.
Check the application out at
http://fluidapp.com/
Free OS X theming with Magnifique.
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Tutorial, Walkthrough on April 23rd, 2009
In this video I demonstrate the free themeing utility, Magnifique for OS X Leopard. This application allows you to download and install custom themes for your computer.
Creating your own media server out of an old computer, part 1
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Tutorial on April 21st, 2009
In this video I detail the initial steps in creating a media server out of an old computer. This is a great solution for people who have multiple computers and need a central location for all their files. The best part it can be completely free and use some old hardware you have in the closet collecting dust.
Automating tasks using DropBox
Posted by Jordan Patterson in Tutorial on April 8th, 2009
In this video I give some basic examples on ways to automate common tasks using DropBox. I personally use this to automate torrents but virtually any application or script that can watch a folder can take advantage of DropBox. Please give this a try and report back on ways you have used this technique. To sign up for a free DropBox account follow the link below.
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