RapidTech | Tech Talk

Google Stream Search [Video]

2010-09-09T10:49:00.000-07:00

Windows 95 Running On An iPad [Video]

2010-08-24T10:08:00.000-07:00

I don't know. Maybe some people are taking this Windows 95 anniversary too far. ;)

Facebook Releases Video For Places [Video]

2010-08-21T11:36:00.000-07:00

Now, you're Facebook friends will know everything about you. Will Foursquare become obsolete?

Are Camera Phones Better Than Your Digital Camera? [Video]

2010-08-11T09:29:00.000-07:00

Tim Moynihan from PC World gives 4 reasons why your camera phone is better than your low-end point and shoot digital camera. Are you ready to throw away your favorite digital camera after watching this video?

3 TB External Hard Drive?!? Well, It's Here [Video]

2010-08-10T09:44:00.000-07:00

Seagate brings out one of the biggest hard drives I've seen yet. Yes, that is one drive in the enclosure. It's not a multi-drive setup. And, of course, with Seagate, they are pushing their GoFlex technology. This means this drive should be future proof for years to come. Already wanting to upgrade to USB 3 speeds? Just purchase the adapter, connect, and you're done. How long will it take for you to fill up a 3 TB drive?

iRemix For Jailbroken iPhone [Video]

2010-08-08T12:16:00.000-07:00

For more info on why you should jailbreak your iPhone, read this article:
16 Reasons To Jailbreak Your iPhone

It's The Weekend - Leave Your Worries Behind

2010-08-06T12:07:00.000-07:00

Well, I can't always post about tech and computer stuff. But, through tech, I can bring forth motivation and appreciation. Have a great weekend and treat yourself to something nice. You deserve it. :)

Multi Touch Operating System. Our Future?

2010-08-01T13:48:00.000-07:00

Are you ready for multi mouse cursors on your screen? Each controlled by a finger or thumb. It could be here sooner than you think.

How Diet Soda Causes Weight Gain [Video]

2010-07-30T13:13:00.000-07:00

Well, not all the videos I post are tech related. However, I love how technology can be used to make a better, healthier, and smarter world.

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Have a great Friday and night!

Make Your Business Unique [Video]

2010-07-29T08:30:00.000-07:00

Tired of competing on price alone? Looking for a new way to market and bring in new customers? Be unique. The best way to be competitive is to be creative.

Google Alarm Firefox Add-on [APP]

2010-07-28T10:19:00.000-07:00

From the http://fffff.at/google-alarm/ website: Google is collecting a lot of data about how we use the web. The new Google Alarm Firefox addon visually & audibly alerts you whenever your personal information is being sent to Google servers.

Visits To Our Sites Are Up So Much. Thank You!

2010-07-28T08:15:00.000-07:00

Just took a peek at our sites' analytics.

RapidTech.info is up 103%

And, this very site (RapidTechComputers.com) is up 8000%

We really appreciate it. Please let us know what we can do to improve our websites and service. Thank you.

Great HTML5 rundown [Video Tutorial]

2010-07-26T12:36:00.000-07:00

Twitter: @addyosmani. This is a good tutorial on HTML5's new, easier features. As you'll see at the end of the video, HTML5 is already supported by Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Apple Safari. So, you can start implementing these new tags and code ASAP.

Inside Booyah! The Maker Of MyTown [Video]

2010-07-25T09:53:00.000-07:00

Twitter: @Booyah. Will you check-in your favorite locations and products? MyTown is already the most popular location-based app. Yea, just when you thought Foursquare was the biggest. However, MyTown is way more dynamic. This might just bring out the gamer in you. Do you think Corpus Christi businesses will get into the mix as MyTown gets more popular? Plus, if you want to learn more about the inner workings of a software company, check out the video.

Click the link for a more recent article/interview:

http://techcrunch.com/2010/07/23/booyahs-mytown-unlocks-product-check-ins-video/

Recent Work: Overheating Laptop Due To Dust [SlideShow]

2010-07-22T14:18:00.000-07:00

Recently got a laptop in that was overheating bad. Opened it up and discovered a wall of dust between the fan and heat sink blocking all airflow. Cleaned out dust and applied new thermal paste on the CPU. Everything is running smooth.

Another Happy Customer...

The iPhone Antenna Song

2010-07-20T09:01:00.000-07:00

Steve Jobs started a press conference with this video and pretty much said, "If you don't want an iPhone 4, don't buy it. If you bought one and don't like it, bring it back."

Robotic Legs Allow Paralyzed Man To Walk [Video]

2010-07-19T08:07:00.000-07:00

It's just wonderful what people do with technology. I can't wait to see what's next.

iPhone 4 Reception Discussed - Interview Using Facetime App [Video]

2010-07-17T11:05:00.000-07:00

PBS' Hari Sreenivasan and CNET's Kent German talk about the recent press conference Steve Jobs held.

Legal "Space" Drug in Local Stores [Video]

2010-07-16T08:06:00.000-07:00

Well, this is just a warning to everyone in the area. There is a marijuana like drug that is legal and is being sold in stores. The main thing that is wrong is that there are no age limitations. Anyone with money can buy it. It is reported to be addictive. Seriously, don't operate any machinery or drive when using this stuff. Keep in touch with your family and friends. I just want everyone to be safe.

LaCie XtremKey Ultra-Rugged USB Flash Drive [Video]

2010-07-14T10:35:00.000-07:00

Ok, This will be my next purchase. I might even get two. :)

Get more info here:
http://www.fastcompany.com/1669993/wanted-lacie-xtremkey-ultra-rugged-usb-flash-drive

Yes! Breathing Lungs Created in Lab [Video]

2010-07-14T08:15:00.000-07:00

This may have nothing to do with computers, but this is great news for our future.

For more information, check out this article:

http://futurity.org/health-medicine/breathing-lungs-created-in-the-lab/?p

China Renews Google's License [Video]

2010-07-12T09:21:00.000-07:00

Federal judge cuts penalty in song-sharing case

2010-07-10T08:31:00.000-07:00

In Boston, a federal judge drastically cuts down the damage award from $675,000 to $67,500 in a recent trial. This was all due to the fact that a Boston University graduate student made no financial gain from sharing 30 songs. The judge concluded that the original damage award was "unconstitutionally excessive."

Read more about it by clicking the link below...

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100710/ap_on_hi_te/us_music_downloading

Solar Plane Completes 24 Hr Flight [Video]

2010-07-09T13:53:00.000-07:00

Yes, you read it right. A SOLAR powered plane completes 24 hour test flight. Keep in mind that includes time during the night. And, we have to be dependent on oil? I knew we were better than that.

Pirate Bay Site Gets Hacked [Video]

2010-07-09T08:21:00.000-07:00

The most popular bit torrent website gets hacked by a few guys from Argentina. This compromises 4 Million users' log in information and email addresses. Here's a video on how they hacked Pirate Bay.

Sorry for the bad quality. It's the best I could find that I could share with you.