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Monday Morning Links Serving: The February 6th Edition
Feb 6, 2012 10:40 am
-A Gallery of What Star Wars Should Be As many of us have grown up with Star Wars, it often saddens us that Star Wars hasn’t grown up with us. -Beagle Took Arrow To The Knee This is my sister’s beagle and weenie, dressed up as a dragonborn and dragon from Skyrim in outfits that [...]... [more]
GeekSuit LLC Updates MacDeveloper Beta Testing Resource
Feb 6, 2012 9:00 am
Dallas based Mac evangelist GeekSuit LLC is pleased to announce an update to MacDeveloper, their networking and beta testing resource for Apple enthusiasts. MacDeveloper helps companies and individual software developers alike improve the quality of their products by providing a platform to have... [more]
Import VOB to iMovie - Convert VOB to iMovie on Mac
Feb 6, 2012 7:42 am
Anymediaeditor announces iSkysoft Video Converter for Mac. This article shows a step by step tutorial on converting VOB to iMovie compatible formats and gives a brief introduction about Mac VOB to iMovie converter. If you have some VOB files and want to do some edit with them, you may need a VOB... [more]
Themes Have Arrived for iPad - Introducing Wallpaper Studio Pro HD
Feb 6, 2012 6:10 am
Awarded New And Noteworthy by Apple in UK Lifestyle App Store, iNetwallpaper Limited has introduced Wallpaper Studio Pro HD - Themes and Backgrounds for iPad. Featuring over 200 custom designed themes & wallpapers, innovative interface and stunning artwork, its time to give your iPad a fresh new... [more]
Jumper Buggy - An Original Action/Simulation Game With A Unique Gameplay
Feb 6, 2012 6:10 am
Virtual Vision has introduced Jumper Buggy 1.0, its new gaming title for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices. Drive a buggy that can jump over obstacles in an infinite and beautiful world. Perform acrobatic jumps, automatically fires missiles against enemies, collect items to increase your score... [more]
AlarmMate reads your weather, email, calendar events and more with TTS
Feb 6, 2012 6:10 am
Austin based Mother Tucker, LLC has introduced AlarmMate 1.0, their new speaking alarm clock utility iOS devices. Designed originally for iPhones and iPods, AlarmMate gives users an alarm clock that reads their date, email, weather, calendar and horoscope when they wake up using iSpeech... [more]
iPhone App for Music Theory Students
Feb 6, 2012 5:21 am
TheoryApps introduces Music Theory Roman Numeral Analysis 1.0, for iOS devices. The app market is flooded with tools to help you learn the basics of music theory. The iPhone app "Music Theory Roman Numeral Analysis," also available for iPad and Android as "Music Theory Analysis," are unique in... [more]
This Will Be Me Tomorrow Morning [Pic]
Feb 6, 2012 4:28 am
This is going to be me tomorrow morning if I hear anyone talking about the Super Bowl: Did you see that ludicrous display last night? Related posts: Geeks and Sports [Animated Gif] New Mac Book Pro’s tomorrow! Meet Me @ Comic Con Montreal Tomorrow Related posts:Geeks and Sports [Animated... [more]
A license to link? Lowe's has one
Feb 6, 2012 3:00 am
In the course of building a large framed mirror last month—a process which cemented my belief that doing pro-quality wood staining is a black art best left to necromancers—I visited the website for hardware giant Lowe's. While exploring the site, I came... [more]
30 Best Reactions to DC’s Proposed “Watchmen Prequel”
Feb 6, 2012 3:00 am
Since nothing is good (except pizza) in this cold world, and talentless, imaginationless nincompoops run things, there will apparently be a “Watchmen” prequel. Alan Moore is rightfully pissed off. And the internet…well she is a-grumble. Gamma Squad has rounded up a nice... [more]
iLifesoft MOD to iMovie Converter Released
Feb 6, 2012 2:39 am
iLifeSoft recommended MOD Converter for Mac to convert .mod video files to .mp4, so that you can import your favorite video into iMovie, then edit your video to what you want by iMovie. In order to import .mod into iMovie, you should convert your JVC Camcorder videos to other format. With a help... [more]
Dictionary Desk Pillow
Feb 6, 2012 1:00 am
I slept in the library a few times in college, but I always managed to hit up one of the thick leather couches. I could never fall asleep like this, with my head on the desk. Maybe with one of these baller pillows, I could. Incognito, totally disguised to look like a dictionary. $80 USD.... [more]
Over 3 years later, "deleted" Facebook photos are still online
Feb 6, 2012 1:00 am
Facebook is still working on deleting photos from its servers in a timely manner nearly three years after Ars first brought attention to the topic. The company admitted on Friday that its older systems for storing uploaded content "did not always delete images from... [more]
The Death and Return of Superman [Video]
Feb 6, 2012 12:00 am
Warning: Video contains strong language. A somewhat-mostly-accurate educational parody film by Max Landis. [Darosthemovie] Related posts: Sonic the Hedgehog Raps My Drunken Little Ponies do Epic Pie Time [Video] Dinosaur Laser Fight [Video] Related posts:Sonic the Hedgehog RapsMy Drunken Little... [more]
Art History Through Sci Fi-Colored Glasses
Feb 5, 2012 11:00 pm
Awesome collection of famous art pieces being given the ol’ sci-fi twisteroo (which is not to be confused with the ol’ sci fi flibberdeegibbet, totally different). Assembled and gathered by Irene Gallo. Check it out here. [Via Boing Boing] Related posts: If Tech Journalists Went... [more]
Microsoft publishes fancy-pants heterogeneous parallel GPGPU C++ AMP specification
Feb 5, 2012 11:00 pm
Microsoft has published the specification for C++ AMP (Accelerated Massive Parallelism), its new system for heterogeneous parallel processing in C++. When Microsoft first announced C++ AMP in June last year, it said that it wanted to make the AMP specification open to... [more]
VR Mission (New iPhone Game)
Feb 5, 2012 11:00 pm
VR Mission is Free for a Limited Time
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RUN!!!! RUN!!! RUUUUUNNNN!!!!!
Feb 5, 2012 10:00 pm
Okay, everyone. Don’t panic. It’s just a foot-long prawn thing pulled from miles and miles under the New Zealand sea. It’s not a big deal, it’s not a OH MY GOD IT’S LOOKING AT ME. …These tiny animals don’t often grow more than 1cm in length, except... [more]
Where to Stream Super Bowl XLVI On Your Computer or Mobile Device
Feb 5, 2012 9:05 pm
The Super Bowl is going to be live streamed by the NFL this year. That's a first. The cool thing is that you can go watch from NBCSports.com. This is on your computer.
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This Should Be Facebook’s New Official Anthem! [Video]
Feb 5, 2012 9:00 pm
Haven’t you heard? Like Like Like Like Like. Also, gotta love the stalker at around 0:33. [Via Neatorama] Related posts: Browncoat Anthem: the Firefly/Serenity Rap [Video] A New Anthem for Dorks Pokemon! A Party Rock Anthem Parody [Video] Related posts:Browncoat Anthem: the Firefly/Serenity... [more]
Weekend Time Waster: Solitaire Blitz brings excitement to lonely card clicking
Feb 5, 2012 9:00 pm
Digital forms of Solitaire have been included with Windows since it reached version 3.0, and they may well represent the most widely played video game series this side of Angry Birds, enjoyed by bored cubicle workers and bored, procrastinating students alike. While... [more]
Zombie Pencil Holder
Feb 5, 2012 8:00 pm
If you’re the kind of person who likes to freak out their work colleagues, we’ve got just the perfect thing for you: A handcrafted pencil holder and desk organizer shaped like a Zombie head. Multi-Functional Desk Organizer: 6 holes in the head are pencil and pen holders Magnetized eye... [more]
Trial Xtreme 2 HD (Free iPad Game)
Feb 5, 2012 7:00 pm
Trial Xtreme 2 HD is Free for a Limited Time
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35 Geeky Valentine’s Day Cards
Feb 5, 2012 7:00 pm
These are FREAKING AWESOME. If you give a lady one of these, bring your inhaler. Things are gonna get STRENUOUS. via Gamma Squad Related posts: Cosplay Roundup of the Week! 10 TV Shows that Outstayed Their Welcome 5 Games For Your Graphing Calculator Related posts:Cosplay Roundup of the... [more]
Amazing Lightsaber Table Lamps [Pic]
Feb 5, 2012 7:00 pm
Oh my… these are absolutely beautiful… and would actually look totally fabulous in my son’s room. Both can be yours for just $110 each @ Firebox.com. [Darth Vader Lightsaber Table Lamp | Anakin Lightsaber Table Lamp | Via Technabob] Related posts: Star Wars LED... [more]
SubRosaSoft.com Announces Version 7.5 Of Their Data Recovery Products
Feb 5, 2012 6:21 pm
SubRosaSoft.com Inc. announces the immediate availability of version 7.5 for the entire Salvage line. FileSalvage, CameraSalvage, and PodSalvage have all been upgraded. Improved search and recover functions increase the chances of recovering lost files. When files are lost and panic sets in, you... [more]
Pre-Owned Gaming Accessory [Pic]
Feb 5, 2012 6:00 pm
[Via] Related posts: Geek Leak: The Perfect Accessory for WOW Addicts Deadpool Pencil Cup Desk Accessory The Three Stages of Gaming [Comic] Related posts:Geek Leak: The Perfect Accessory for WOW AddictsDeadpool Pencil Cup Desk AccessoryThe Three Stages of Gaming [Comic] [more]
Used iPhone is Perfect Candidate for Straight Talk $45 Monthly Pre-Paid Plan
Feb 5, 2012 5:40 pm
$45 monthly plan from Straight Talk looks interesting, let us know if you tried it
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Are your iPhone apps running slow? Try this 3D speedometer app
Feb 5, 2012 5:20 pm
Tekton Technologies has announced System Monitor with Battery Max 1.7, an update to their app that speeds up your iPhone. System Monitor with Battery Max is a comprehensive System Monitor, Free Memory and Battery charging utility, that frees memory, improves battery life, and shows running... [more]
Amazon Deal of the Day: 44% Off Game of Thrones: The Complete First Season on Blu-Ray – $44.99 – and on DVD (42% Off) – $34.99 – [Pre-Order]
Feb 5, 2012 5:10 pm
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon has the first season of The Game of Thrones (Pre-Order) on blu-ray for just $44.99 + free shipping. That’s 44% off the series’ usual retail price of $79.98. You can also get the first season on DVD for just $34.99. Summers span... [more]
In annual tradition, advertisers cowed by NFL trademark bullying
Feb 5, 2012 5:00 pm
Every year in late January or early February, two teams take to the field to play a football game that's watched by tens of millions of Americans. And every year, businesses launch ad campaigns to sell a variety of products—televisions, pizzas, soda—in... [more]
Siri Helps Owner Do Push-Ups [VIdeo]
Feb 5, 2012 5:00 pm
Siri here. I believed that since my owner had no brains, he might have some brawn. Unfortunately, that was too optimistic. [Via] Related posts: Siri: The Holiday Horror Movie [Video] Siri Argument [Video] Iris 9000 Voice Control Module for Siri [Video] Related posts:Siri: The Holiday Horror Movie... [more]
IMPORTANT: Douglas Lain Blogging for Tor
Feb 5, 2012 4:59 pm
Douglas Lain, who’s Wave of Mutilation was probably my favorite novel of the last few years (because how can you not love science fiction that manages to make you ponder the significance of “The Monster at the End of This Book”?) is now blogging for Tor.com. His first post is... [more]
“Super Mario World” for Piano and Tap Dance
Feb 5, 2012 4:00 pm
My friend and Astoria neighbor Alex MacDonald stopped by to lend his awesome tap dance skills to a stride piano version of the “Super Mario World” theme song. It’s about time that Nintendo, stride piano, and tap dance were combined into one supergroup. [Via Topless Robot]... [more]
Appsiedaisies announces Ants Vs. Zombees 1.0 for iPad
Feb 5, 2012 3:10 pm
Casual. Challenging. Fun. Ants Vs. Zombees 1.0 takes the Superhero Mania right into your iPad. Battle Zombieber and his minions by summoning your Superhero Ants. Protect your base with Captain Ants' Mighty Shield, Iron Ants' Pulse Cannon or Osamants' destructive Blast. Cast Lightning Bolts and... [more]
Aurum Blade (Free Universal Game)
Feb 5, 2012 3:00 pm
Aurum Blade is Free for a Limited Time
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It’s a TRAP! [Comic]
Feb 5, 2012 3:00 pm
[Source: Shoeboxblog] Related posts: So Long, Zombies [Comic] The Ex Girlfriend [Comic] You Scruffy, Old Nerf Herder… [Comic] Related posts:So Long, Zombies [Comic]The Ex Girlfriend [Comic]You Scruffy, Old Nerf Herder… [Comic] [more]
Music Volume EQ (Android) - Boost your sound quality on Android
Feb 5, 2012 2:55 pm
You can make your music sound a lot better than what's coming out of your Android phone right now. Yes, you can get better music, but why not use an equalizer to equalize the heck out of it? From the dev:
"Enhance your music listening experience. Make it your Android sounds like never before.... [more]
6 Foot Tall Swamp Thing
Feb 5, 2012 2:00 pm
This rad piece was created by Portland artist Chrissy Horchheimer. It stands six feet tall and will probably eat you. If this kind of thing is, well, your thing, you might check out Chrissy’s deviantArt account? There’s no Swampy there, but it’s the closest thing I could... [more]
Fashion Powerhouse Raves about New Free DressApp
Feb 5, 2012 2:00 pm
DressApp, a new free smart fashion dress up game was recently launched on Apple's App Store. DressApp has made a solid entry into Apple's App Store and gained media recognition. Italian fashion powerhouse Style.it features DressApp and recommends it. Designed especially for young girls and kids... [more]
HuLeTS Launches Lets Speak Out - Your Words Got the Deserved Attention
Feb 5, 2012 11:27 am
HuLeTS (Human Leap Through Software) launches LetsSpeakOut 1.0, a free social networking app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. A chance for each and every one to get their word out and speak up about what they think. Your news and facts now gets the deserved attention it requires to get the word... [more]
MemoTrainer 1.0 for Mac OS X - Memory training and development
Feb 5, 2012 11:00 am
BSoft introduces MemoTrainer 1.0, its new memory training and development program for Mac OS X. Do the seemingly easy exercise on the regular basis. Featuring a simple and user-friendly interface, with MemoTrainer players push buttons in the determined order and to try to do it in the shortest... [more]
Bigasoft Total Video Converter Updated for ProRes Encoding and Decoding
Feb 5, 2012 8:47 am
Bigasoft, the world's leading multimedia software provider for Mac OS X and PC, has announced Bigasoft Total Video Converter is now capable of encoding and decoding ProRes MOV. It can fast convert any format video, camera/camcorder video to Apple ProRes MOV for edit in Final Cut as well as... [more]
iPhoneArt.com Announces Annual Mobile Art Grant Recipient
Feb 5, 2012 7:14 am
iPhoneArt announces with 2487 submissions from around the globe, the 2nd annual iPhoneArt Mobile Art Grant was awarded to Carlein Van Der Beek of Holland. First runner up is Nettie Edwards of the United Kingdom, and second runner up is Cindy Patrick, of the United States. A comprehensive list of... [more]
TAB Rests - Now Available in Fun Colors
Feb 5, 2012 6:10 am
newMacgadgets has introduced fun colors to their popular selling TAB Rests. Now available in pink and blue, TAB Rests are an innovative foam cushioned base with wrist rest support. Designed for both children and adults, TAB Rests serve to improve the overall performance of the iPad, iPad 2 or any... [more]
Scrap It, Slap It, Lock It Good
Feb 5, 2012 6:10 am
Indie software developer, Dirk Bost has introduced Scrap It HD for iPad. Scrap It brings the wonderful art of scrap booking to your fingertips. Both intuitive user interface and wonderful artwork combined, Scrap It will spark your inner scrap booking creativity. Users can easily piece together a... [more]
PDF Review 2.0 released for iOS - Easy Annotate and Review Solution
Feb 5, 2012 6:10 am
Sander Weltje announced PDF Review 2.0 for iOS, an update to his annotate and review solution for pdf documents. PDF Review is an annotation tool for pdf that has an ordered list containing the feedback and notes without obfuscating the original pdf. PDF Review supports the full review workflow.... [more]
Leaping Bytes releases MapPocket v.2.4 Update - Take Your Maps Anywhere
Feb 5, 2012 6:10 am
Leaping Bytes has announced MapPocket 2.4, an update to their iOS map application that helps save on roaming charges while traveling. MapPocket is a quick, intuitive and convenient way of using maps on the road without an Internet connection. Users can choose maps from one of four providers:... [more]
Crunch 1.0 - A utility to extract the files from iOS applications
Feb 5, 2012 6:10 am
Pragmatic Code has announced Crunch, a Mac application to extract the material of iOS application files. Crunch aims to give a precious help for iOS designers and developers. iOS png images are not readable by default on a Mac but Crunch converts them to their native format so you can you look at... [more]
Automatically edited video dances to Drop'n'Roll
Feb 5, 2012 6:10 am
New Photographers Burning Factory has released an upgraded version of V.I.K.T.O.R., their automatic video-editing iPhone app for quick and easy movie making and sharing of video clips. With the innovative "Drop'n'Roll" feature, users are now empowered to cut into the process of automatic editing... [more]
Feed Summary
- Monday Morning Links Serving: The February 6th Edition
- GeekSuit LLC Updates MacDeveloper Beta Testing Resource
- Import VOB to iMovie - Convert VOB to iMovie on Mac
- Themes Have Arrived for iPad - Introducing Wallpaper Studio Pro HD
- Jumper Buggy - An Original Action/Simulation Game With A Unique Gameplay
- AlarmMate reads your weather, email, calendar events and more with TTS
- iPhone App for Music Theory Students
- This Will Be Me Tomorrow Morning [Pic]
- A license to link? Lowe's has one
- 30 Best Reactions to DC’s Proposed “Watchmen Prequel”
- iLifesoft MOD to iMovie Converter Released
- Dictionary Desk Pillow
- Over 3 years later, "deleted" Facebook photos are still online
- The Death and Return of Superman [Video]
- Art History Through Sci Fi-Colored Glasses
- Microsoft publishes fancy-pants heterogeneous parallel GPGPU C++ AMP specification
- VR Mission (New iPhone Game)
- RUN!!!! RUN!!! RUUUUUNNNN!!!!!
- Where to Stream Super Bowl XLVI On Your Computer or Mobile Device
- This Should Be Facebook’s New Official Anthem! [Video]
- Weekend Time Waster: Solitaire Blitz brings excitement to lonely card clicking
- Zombie Pencil Holder
- Trial Xtreme 2 HD (Free iPad Game)
- 35 Geeky Valentine’s Day Cards
- Amazing Lightsaber Table Lamps [Pic]
- SubRosaSoft.com Announces Version 7.5 Of Their Data Recovery Products
- Pre-Owned Gaming Accessory [Pic]
- Used iPhone is Perfect Candidate for Straight Talk $45 Monthly Pre-Paid Plan
- Are your iPhone apps running slow? Try this 3D speedometer app
- Amazon Deal of the Day: 44% Off Game of Thrones: The Complete First Season on Blu-Ray – $44.99 – and on DVD (42% Off) – $34.99 – [Pre-Order]
- In annual tradition, advertisers cowed by NFL trademark bullying
- Siri Helps Owner Do Push-Ups [VIdeo]
- IMPORTANT: Douglas Lain Blogging for Tor
- “Super Mario World” for Piano and Tap Dance
- Appsiedaisies announces Ants Vs. Zombees 1.0 for iPad
- Aurum Blade (Free Universal Game)
- It’s a TRAP! [Comic]
- Music Volume EQ (Android) - Boost your sound quality on Android
- 6 Foot Tall Swamp Thing
- Fashion Powerhouse Raves about New Free DressApp
- HuLeTS Launches Lets Speak Out - Your Words Got the Deserved Attention
- MemoTrainer 1.0 for Mac OS X - Memory training and development
- Bigasoft Total Video Converter Updated for ProRes Encoding and Decoding
- iPhoneArt.com Announces Annual Mobile Art Grant Recipient
- TAB Rests - Now Available in Fun Colors
- Scrap It, Slap It, Lock It Good
- PDF Review 2.0 released for iOS - Easy Annotate and Review Solution
- Leaping Bytes releases MapPocket v.2.4 Update - Take Your Maps Anywhere
- Crunch 1.0 - A utility to extract the files from iOS applications
- Automatically edited video dances to Drop'n'Roll