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[cubsneedmiracle]

or through target or walmart..

how i got my incredible free

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

:lmao: at Apple's iFail today.

As much as I'd love to have one, an iPhone is pretty much out. If I stay with Verizon, I'm probably gonna get a Droid. If I switch carriers, I'm probably gonna get a Blackberry.

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

Lol yeah and most of their commercials on the iPhone show features that Droid has.

Exclusive my ass.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Had to get a new computer. My old Mac mini wouldn't boot up. Got a new Mac mini. Been playing around with it for about a week now. Overall, I enjoy it.

Pros: Faster than my old one, latest software (couldn't upgrade my old one because of the outdated processor), being able to use apps and I like the sharper graphics.

Cons: No internal optical disc drive, so I can't watch my DVDs on it, but that's a problem that can be remedied cheaply by buying and hooking up an external drive.

I hope my brother-in-law is able to recover the data on my old hard drive. My biggest hope is that he can recover the pictures, particularly the ones of my mom. Those are irreplaceable.

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

No on-board optical..

Hah

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Here's the one I'm considering buying:

[ame=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005KQ0S8S/ref=s9_simh_gw_p147_d1_g147_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=01SZMHQ4CKTCRX5SQAFJ&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846]Amazon.com: Samsung SE-208AB/TSBS External DVD-Writer - Black: Computers & Accessories[/ame]

 

[cubsneedmiracle]

Here's the one I'm considering buying:

Amazon.com: Samsung SE-208AB/TSBS External DVD-Writer - Black: Computers & Accessories

Or just get a micro PC.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Apple - OS*X Mountain Lion - Move your Mac even further ahead.

:fap:

 

[Crystallas]

I really don't like slim drives, especially if you need to trust the drive to burn long-term backups of important data.

I recommend getting a 5.25" external enclosure. Then buy the drive of your choice. Those external enclosures are VERY useful. If the drive goes bad, then you just replace the drive. If you buy a DVDRW+-, and want a Bluray drive later on, just swap it. You can even turn them into an external hard drive. IMO, it's a good investment for someone without an optical drive in their system.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

I really don't like slim drives, especially if you need to trust the drive to burn long-term backups of important data.

I recommend getting a 5.25" external enclosure. Then buy the drive of your choice. Those external enclosures are VERY useful. If the drive goes bad, then you just replace the drive. If you buy a DVDRW+-, and want a Bluray drive later on, just swap it. You can even turn them into an external hard drive. IMO, it's a good investment for someone without an optical drive in their system.

Eh, I just really use it for loading CDs onto iTunes and watching DVDs. It's a hell of a lot quieter than the internal drive on my old computer. Also, I haven't gotten one playback error message like I used to get.

I did look into getting a Blu-ray drive, but those are still expensive.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Apple - OS*X Mountain Lion - Move your Mac even further ahead.

:fap:

Downloading it now.

:fap: will commence as soon as it's installed.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

CNET: Apple to unveil iPhone 5, iPad mini in September

This report is still firmly in the rumor category. But a September release date for the next iPhone would make sense financially for Apple.

In other words, just in time for Christmas. Knock on Apple all you want, but they aren't stupid.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

iPhone 5 unveiled - CNET.com

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Apple unveils new iMac,, iPad Mini

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Windows 8 event coverage - CNET uke:

 

[Crystallas]

Yeah, Windows 8 was designed by marketing people. :smh:

It doesn't matter, any real techie uses linux, while the gadgeteers can fight over which big company can predict it's users needs and wants better. LOL

 

[ChicagoGr]

Windows 8 event coverage - CNET uke:

Windows 8:nope:
Looks even worse than vista

Anyway, I wasn't planning on any updates, Win7 is just fine for me.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Yeah, Windows 8 was designed by marketing people. :smh:

It doesn't matter, any real techie uses linux, while the gadgeteers can fight over which big company can predict it's users needs and wants better. LOL

What is your best guess for the first Windows 8 hack? I'm guessing ten minutes into day one of the release.

 

[GaelicSoxFan]

Touchscreens are fine for smartphones and tablets, but I really don't see it working for desktop PCs or even laptops. If you're on a desktop right now, try touching the screen with your hand. Uncomfortable, isn't it?

 

[Crystallas]

What is your best guess for the first Windows 8 hack? I'm guessing ten minutes into day one of the release.

Well, it's going to get hacked soon, because people want to pirate it.

People have to WANT to hack something. It's not about security. So if a lot of people buy Windows 8, then people will want to hack it. In fact, if you want OSX to stay secure, you might not want it to ever reach a 50% share worldwide. It's not an attack on Apple, but the reality of where the motives are and best interests for any black-hats to get the most out of their time.