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December 23, 2010 Leave a comment
If your move date is near Christmas, there’s no reason to shout, cry, or pout. Just go to HireAHelper.com, take 5 minutes to book some loading and unloading help, then sit back and enjoy the eggnog.
December 7, 2010 1 Comment
Just wanted to post some pictures of the new Google Chrome OS Notebook (or Google Chrome netbook – take your pick). According to the blog post on the Googleblog the test notebooks sent out to the Chrome OS test pilots will be all black with no logos or branding (as seen below) and will have the following specs:
“12.1 inch screens, full-sized keyboards and touch pads, integrated 3G from Verizon, eight hours of battery life and eight days of standby time.”
Here are the test Google Chrome notebook pictures:
A picture of the Google Netbook used for testing the Chrome OS
The Google Chrome Netbook CR-48 - No branding or stickers
The Google Netbook Pictured From the Side
Another picture of the Chrome Netbook CR-48
Update 2/15/20011 – My wife and I recently each received our very own Google Chrome OS CR-48 Netbooks. I wrote a post about the unboxing of them here.
December 7, 2010 1 Comment
It’s finally happening – Google, after a failed attempt to compete in the cell phone manufacture industry, has decided to try and step on some Notebook Operating System toes by coming out with a private, invite-only beta not-for-sale version of their Chrome Netbook cr-48 running the new Chrome OS ( see screen captures of the new Chrome OS below).
Screenshot of the Chrome OS Login Screen
The login screen can be edited to include multiple users and a guest account.
Screenshot of Chrome OS Desktop
The Chrome OS opens to a desktop that is actually just the same thing as the Google Chrome browser.
Chrome OS screenshot of the chat pop up that stays on top off all tabs/apps.
The notification pop ups, like the chat windows, stay on top of all tabs and apps.
Chrome OS Chat Panel Stays on Top
In Chrome OS you won’t have to switch between windows to chat and browse/work – but you will have to find a convenient space for that ever present chat window to stay – a plus or minus?
An example of Chrome OS Alert Notifications
Image of built in WiFi or Verizon Data network on the Chrome OS
Select from available WiFi networks in the area or use the Verizon Network conveniently built into the Chrome OS. If rumors are true and I can end up getting my hands on one of these I can use my iPhone and my Google Notebook all on one Verizon plan.
The Chrome Web Store - Apps for your Google Product...
You can’t have a completely cloud based Google Chrome computer with no software without having an App store – so here’s Google’s Chrome Web Store.
Stay tuned for pictures of the new Google Chrome OS Notebook.
October 5, 2010 Leave a comment
I know, I know. Summer is over, why a post about vacations? Well… a couple reasons.
The first is that for the moving industry, Summer is the busy season – NOT a time for vacations in our office. And as such, my family and I are trying to plan a vacation for this month. October might seem like a weird month to vacation to you, but it works perfectly for us. Plus many of the attractions we’d normally want to go see will be massively less crowded than they would in, say, July. We were originally planning on having a stay home vacation, or staycation as traveling and paying for someplace to stay can usually be a massive expense. But found something that might change our minds – leading me to my second reason for this post…
I found a site that pairs property rental owners with travelers, creating a sort of marketplace to shop through your vacation options. I’m not done shopping yet, but it’s definitely opened some possibilities that might get us out of the house for our vacation. If you still haven’t used your vacation time off this year, checkout RentforyourVacation.com for sweet deals on condos and rentals available in your favorite travel destinations.
October 1, 2010 2 Comments
Whether you’re moving across town or making a big leap and relocating across the country, one thing is certain: moving is not easy. In fact, between finding a new place to live, finding movers and packing, many will say it’s just plain stressful and challenging.
However, one way to make it much easier is if you invest some time in finding the right moving company – a professional company can go a long way toward easing your way to a new home.
The good news is that the Internet makes this easier than ever by giving you a range of moving quotes, including the pre-screened companies found in Vanlines.com’s network.
Outside of your Internet search for movers, ask from recommendations from friends and family, and do a background check of moving companies you want to speak with by contacting the local Better Business Bureau (BBB) to inquire about the company’s complaint record and how those complaints were resolved.
Above all, keep this in mind about moving quotes: If a low-price quote seems too good to be true, it probably is. Moving scammers prey on consumers who look for a bargain only to find an unscrupulous mover who piles on charges after the fact. Getting a range of moving quotes helps you avoid this by allowing you to see what a “fair” price is – if five movers are quoting you $1,000 for a move, and one mover is offering $500, steer clear of the low-ball bid.
Now that you’re ready to talk to potential movers… Read more of this post
