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How To: Display a YouTube, Twitter, or Blogger feed on a Tumblr blog
Interested in importing and displaying an external feed on your Tumblr page? This brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started embedding feeds on your own Tumblr blog, take a look.
News: Hacked View-Master Displays Digital Photos in 3D
Ever been warned that sitting too close to the TV might damage your eyesight? It won't. That probably won't stop this electronic View-Master from giving your poor mother a heart attack, however.
How To: Use content tags when coding a website in HTML5
This clip presents a general overview of how to utilize content tags when writing a website using HTML5, the new HTML standard. Whether you're using a fancy WYSIWYG (or what-you-see-is-what-you-get) page editor like Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 or a barebones text editor like Notepad, if you want to build websites, you'll need to have some understanding of HTML (for the structure of your web pages) and CSS (for their style). And this free coder's guide will get you started along that path.
How To: Navigate and use all the features on an Apple iPhone 4
This clip presents a whirligig tour of the various functions and features available on the Apple iPhone 4. Whether you're the proud owner of an Apple iPhone 4 or perhaps just considering picking one up, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial. For more information, including complete, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Run apps and multitask on an iPhone 4 or iPod Touch
In this clip, you'll learn everything you'll need to know to run applications and multitask on an iPhone 4 or iPod Touch running iOS 4. Whether you're the proud owner of an Apple iPhone 4 or perhaps just considering picking one up, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial. For more information, including complete, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Permanently delete your Facebook profile
This clip presents a quick overview of what you'll need to do if you'd like to permanently delete your Facebook account. Whether you're completely new to the Facebook's popular social networking site or simply require a small amount of clarification on how to perform a particular task on Facebook, you're sure to benefit from this helpful video guide. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Remove your name & photo from anything you've shared on Facebook
In this clip, you'll learn how to disable your Facebook profile, removing your name and picture from shared media in the process. Whether you're completely new to the Facebook's popular social networking site or simply require a small amount of clarification on how to perform a particular task on Facebook, you're sure to benefit from this helpful video guide. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look.
News: The Future of Touchscreen Is Kinda Like Having Lots of Acid Flashbacks
Swedish interface geeks The Astonishing Tribe predict what kind of touchscreen technology we'll be using in 2014 (that would be approximately 3 years, 4 months from today): Eek, that first movement that occurs around 0:25 (he pulls the screen to the right, extending it's width) is trippy. In a great way. The Astonishing Tribe says:
How To: Use Google Instant to get more search results or turn it off otherwise
Google Instant is one of Google's many search innovations, this one causing search results to emerge continuously below the search bar as you type. This can allow you to find more search results faster, and this video wills show you how it works, including how to turn it off if you decide you want Google to wait until you're finished typing before searching.
How To: Use the new Google instant search feature
Google is always moving one step closer to pretty much controlling everything in the world, in a good way ofcourse! The latest feature added is Google Instant Search, so for anything that you're searching all you have to do is start typing in the search term and Google will immediately begin giving you results on the fly. In this video you will get a quick hands on demo on how to use the new feature.
How To: Drag and drop your attachments directly into your message in Gmail
Gmail is constantly being updated with new features every time you take a look, and one of the most convenient updated feature is the ability to drag and drop files directly into the e-mail that you're composing to attach them. No more having to browse through endless menus trying to find the folder containing the file that you want. If you already have the file in front of you, all you have to do is just grab it and drop it right onto the e-mail you're composing and you're in business!
How To: Set up Gmail delegation to allow limited access for administrative assistants
When you're personal assistant needs to handle your e-mails for you, it can be quite daunting having to give out your personal account information just so they can have access to your e-mail. And more importantly, having to battle for log in time might also be quite the hassle. With Gmail you can actually delegate your personal assistant so they have access to your inbox and can reply and send messages on your behalf, but they cannot change settings, passwords, or chat on your behalf. In this...
How To: Sync your Gmail contacts onto your Microsoft KIN ONE or KIN TWO mobile phone
Despite the discontinuation of Microsoft's KIN mobile phones, some still have a KIN ONE or KIN TWO cell phone. Actually, it can probably be found on the market somewhere for a relatively cheap price. Almost too cheap.
How To: Insert images with links into your signature on Gmail
If you're getting bored of the same old same old in your e-mail messages, or if you're looking for an easier way to show off each of your social networking, as well as personal websites, then you will be happy to hear that Gmail has finally introduced rich text signature lines that'll allow you to hyper-link your images in your signature via HTML. All this can be found in the Labs section of your settings in Gmail. In this video you will learn how to set up the signature with the images and h...
How To: Use Sn0wBreeze to jailbreak your iPhone 3G or iPod Touch
Sn0wBreeze is a free download you can use to jailbreak your iPhone 3G or iPod Touch. This tutorial shows you the firmware and software you need to download, where to get it and how to get it loaded onto your Apple device to facilitate the jailbreak.
How To: Install IPA apps onto a jailbroken iPhone or iPod Touch
After jailbreaking your iPhone 3G or iPod Touch, you can use WinSCP (a Windows ftp program) and OpenSSH (an app avilable through Cydia) to put IPA files on your Apple device using a Windows computer. This video walks you through the process of accessing a root directory to make your iPod or iPhone IPA-compatible.
How To: Bypass the web filter set up on your school's computer network
Get past your school's web filter without having to use a proxy server. Through the Start Menu, run the 'cmd' program. Then type in 'ping' plus the name of the site you want to visit. This will give you the IP address, which you can then use to get directly to the site you want to visit.
How To: Use the Ping a Majig app for iPhone or iPod Touch to monitor website pings
A great tool for any system administrators, the iPhone (or other Apple wifi device) app Ping a Majig allows you to enter in the IP addresses of websites. Then you can keep checking on them to make sure they are running smoothly and operating correctly. You can click on the website for more data regarding pings and site health.
How To: Use Fring to video chat your friends with the iPhone 4 over a 3G network
Fring is a free app available from the Apple store which will allow you to use video chat, Skype or AIM on your iPhone 4 over a 3G network. This tutorial demonstrates how to use the app with your iPhone to make video calls.
How To: Use FaceTime over 3G on the iPhone 4 using Fring
Fring is an app availble through the Apple store which will let you use your iPhone 4 to conduct FaceTime video chats over 3G. You can also use Skype or other chat programs with Fring. Make sure you pay attention to how much data you're using, it's easy to go over!
How To: Fix MMS picture messaging and FaceTime video chat on a jailbroken iPhone 4
Some users are experiencing difficulties using the MSS picture messaging and FaceTime voice chat features on their jailbroken iPhone 4. This tutorial shows you an easy fix after jailbreaking your phone - all you need to do is go into Cydia and upgrade all packages in order to regain your features.
How To: Use FaceTime on your iPhone 4 to initiate a video chat
FaceTime is one of the new features for the iPhone 4, which allows users to engage in video chat. This tutorial goes through one of the newest and hottest Apple features to show you just how easy it is to make video calls as an iPhone user.
How To: Associate thumbnail graphics with your post in WPtouch 1.9.7
Now when you use WPtouch to post a blog entry, you can select a graphic or thumbnail to go with it. All you have to do is add a media file and then associate with your post. Then you go into Post Listings Options in the General Settings and enable the thumbnail option. You're also shown how to change the font of your post titles.
How To: Downgrade your iPhone firmware to an earlier version
If you want to jailbreak your iPhone or iPod Touch, it might be necessary to first downgrade your firmware so the jailbreak will work properly. This tutorial shows you how to downgrade from 2.2.1 to 2.2 using quickpwn. Then access your iPhone through iTunes and use the Restore function to restore your device to an earlier version of the firmware.
How To: Jailbreak or unlock your 3G iPhone using sn0wbreeze
Sn0wbreeze 1.5 is another program you can use to jailbreak your 3G iPhone. This tutorial shows you how to use this software to jailbreak your phone. There's also an option to unlock your phone so you can use the phone with a different carrier.
How To: Jailbreak your iPhone or iPod Touch by going to JailbreakMe.com
Two easy steps to jailbreak your iPhone or iPod Touch! Use your device's built in web browser to go to the site JailbreakMe.com. Once you're there, all you have to do is activate the jailbreak program by moving the slide button over. The program does the rest of the work!
How To: Create a Gmail account, navigate the interface & use the emailing features
Gmail is an amazing e-mail service being offered by Google for free, and over the years it has built a large list of great, reliable features. The problem is not many have heard of Gmail, or know how to use it. In this great three part video series you will learn how to sign up for a Gmail account and also how to use some of its fantastic features to get you started on the right track.
How To: Drag and drop attachments into email drafts in Gmail
Gmail makes life easier when it comes to adding attachments to your messages. When composing a new email, most probably use the "Attach a file" option to add attachments, such as pictures, videos and document files. But there's a simpler and less time-consuming way to add those files, and it's as easy as dragging and dropping them. Check out this video for the how-to on doing this Gmail trick.
How To: Build a Mini Altoids BBQ
Instructables user vmspionage demonstrates how to make a tiny bbq grill with an Altoids tin "powered by a standard-sized charcoal briquette and capable of cooking a full-size hot dog (cut down to size) or smaller hamburger patties with ease." Impressive design and execution. You Will Need:
How To: Make iPhone ringtones for free with iTunes
In this video, we learn how to make iPhone ringtones for free with iTunes. First, open up iTunes and open up the song you want to make a ringtone out of. After this, right click and click "create an aac version". It will start to convert, then once that's done right click on the new song and click "get info". Now you can adjust the start and end time of the song, depending on what you want your tone to be. When finished, click "ok", then create an aac version of this new song. Delete the firs...
How To: Download videos on iPhone & iPod Touch
In this video, we learn how to download videos on iPhone and iPod touch. First, you need to search and find Download Manager Light on your phone, then download and install that app. This app can be used to download any type of file that you want on your phone. Some recommended websites to download videos on is available on Tysiphonehelp's page and Tytube.net. You can simply go to either of these websites and find a video that you want to download. Once you find one, click to download it, then...
How To: Make a retro wireless headset
In order to make a retro wireless handset, you will need the following: vintage handset, a momentary switch, a resister, a Blue tooth headset, wires, a drill, and a blue LED and mount.
How To: Create a free website with Office Live
In this video, we learn how to create a free website with Office Live. First, go to the website OfficeLive and sign up for an account. After this, you can get started designing your site. In this window, you will see an editor and a site designer. Through here, you can change the different information that is listed on your site and also change the layout. You can add images, music, videos, and more. You can also create tables and change the text that is written. Have fun with creating your w...
How To: Pull a "Virus of Doom" prank
In this video, we learn how to pull a "virus of doom" prank. once you have this downloaded, you can place the program into your start menu. Then, when someone else clicks on it they will get a large skull on the computer. It will say that the hard drive is formatting and the hard drive has been erased completely. You can download this link at http://householdhacker.com/content.php/130-Virus-of-Doom-Prank-Download. Once you download it, you will see what the icon looks like, then place it on y...
How To: Add banner ads in WordPress' Thesis header
You can add banner ads in thesis header. To do this, first go to your word press admin and click on custom file editor in thesis option. Now select custom_function.php in edit selected file option and click edit selected file. You will get a warning so to do this you need to use FTP. Go to the path in FTP which is showing in the video and then click on Launch.php and now copy the code which is showing in the video and paste it in the launch.php. But you have to change your header image path i...
How To: Get a new domain name from Google
In this video, we learn how to get a new domain name from Google. First, go to the Google domain website and search for a domain name that you want. After this, check the availability of it, then continue to register it. Once you get the registration page, enter in your information and pay for the service. After you do this, you will get to choose your e-mail preferences, then finish your purchase. There will be a link to retrieve your purchase at the end, then you will create your first admi...
How To: Enable native net tethering on iPhone 3G/3Gs
You can enable native internet tethering on iPhone 3G/3Gs. To do this you need a jailbroken device. So go to Cydia sources and add the SinfuliPhonerepo.com. Now go to it and find the "Enable Tethering for 3G or 3Gs" and install it.
How To: Use MMS and tethering on iPhone 3GS
You can use MMS and Tethering on the iPhone 3GS. So first go to the settings and there you have to click on general and then go to network. there you can see Cellular data network, VPN, internet tethering etc.
How To: Get started with the AdWords API Python client library
This tutorial explains to us how to get started with AdWords API Python client library. First, download the library by going to the API documentation at code.google.com/api/adwords. Once you download this, open it up and install it to your computer. Once this is finished, set the authentication and configuration information. This will launch an interactive script, so use a Sandbox account for best results. Continue to enter in information as the boxes come up, then you will be ready to run th...
How To: Make international iPod Touch calls
There are two ways to use iPod to make international calls that you should think about, when you are using your iPod Touch. One method is a free method. The other method is an inexpensive one. You will need to down load the "fring" app. If you haven't already done so, you will need to download the SIP service.