This is very handy if you are a Google Docs power user. Google introduces via Twitter a fast way to create a new document without going to Google Drive. Type any of these shortcuts in your browser's address bar and it will create a new document: Google Docs: doc.new, docs.new or document.new Sheets: sheet.new, sheets.new or … Continue reading Google Introduces .new
Google October 9, 2018 Event
Introducing Pixel 3, Pixel Slate & Google Home Hub Google and Nest are getting together to create what they are calling a thoughtful home. Google Home Hub was designed to fit into any room. There is no camera. The screen adjusts to ambient light, and turns off at night. Hub was designed to work with … Continue reading Google October 9, 2018 Event
Pause the Windows 10, 1809 Update
There is an issue with the 1809 update and it is possible that it will delete your Documents, and Photos folders content. Microsoft has paused the roll-out. Avoid manual install until this is resolved. Reported by Forbes Confirmed by Microsoft
Facebook: Goodbye
It is time to delete Facebook. I have many reasons for this decision. Some would sound fanatical, some are just reasonable and related to recent news. The reality is that Facebook is not adding anything to my life, and the cost of my personal data for this service is no longer worth the value. For … Continue reading Facebook: Goodbye
Net Neutrality: SB 822
I think that most of us can agree that our government has hit an all time low. Our kids have no interest in a system that isn't working. The news is filled with a constant flow of all the unbelievable things our government is doing. This post is not about that. In fact, this post … Continue reading Net Neutrality: SB 822
Apple September Event 2018
Here are the announcements without any fluff. Apple Watch Series 4 New Display with curved edges and 30% larger. New sizes are 40 and 44mm New complications with more detail New customizable watch face with up to 8 complications Digital Crown includes haptic feedback Speaker is 50% louder Microphone moved for better sound Back has … Continue reading Apple September Event 2018
eM Client
In my last post, I talked about cleaning up subscriptions coming into my email inbox, something I am still doing, and I mentioned that I was trying a new email client named "eM Client". eM Client has all the appeal of a very powerful email client, and while I like the way it looks, and … Continue reading eM Client
Time to hit unsubscribe
I have been going through many changes in my digital life lately. I uninstalled Facebook and Twitter from my phone. I still have Instagram on my daily carry device, but only because that is where friends and family post their images. I haven't deleted any accounts, but I have been tempted. The truth is, these … Continue reading Time to hit unsubscribe
Bose SoundTrue Ultra in-ear headphones
I have had a pair of Bose headphones for years. They have been in my bag and my go to headphones when I need to use my phone or computer. I have over the ear phones as well, but they are big and bulky, and these in-ear headphones can always be with me. Since I … Continue reading Bose SoundTrue Ultra in-ear headphones
Apple Event – September 12, 2017
This column is a recap of the Apple Event held at the brand new Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino on September 12, 2017. I want to hear the words they say and report those words in this column. I will only share my personal opinion at the top of this column about the first 22 … Continue reading Apple Event – September 12, 2017
