There will be no More MacWorld

JAKARTA, THURSDAY - If your Mac lover, try to attend the event MacWorld Conference & Expo held in January next year in the U.S.. For this event the last MacWorld. After that there is no longer MacWorld. So Apple announced.

In fact, during this event is the big MacWorld Mac, and usually by a variety of new products exhibition Mac. However, according to Apple, since the shop opened, and also retail presence Apple.com web site, the term trade has become a very small part of the relationship with the customer product. But since few years, Apple exhibitions in various other locations are also reduced.

Apple is not the only participant MacWorld. However, in the conference in 2008 which involved 450 exhibitors, 100 of them who are newcomers, Apple became the most bright stars. Last year, exhibitors include, among others, Microsoft, NEC, Samsung, and many other companies whose products associated with the Mac, iPhone, and iPod.

Well, if you really love the Mac products, do not miss the opening of MacWorld speech that brought by Philip Schiller, Apple Senior Vice President for Worldwide Product Marketing.

8 Hours Battery for New MacBook Pro

SAN FRANCISCO, WEDNESDAY - There are a lot of sensation that appear on the Apple Macworld event in 2009. For example, for the first time Apple offers a 265GB upgrade sdd. For pro users, presented display . However, the most enthralling is this: the battery that hold 8 hours (the previous version 5 hours).

Additional energy is coming from Li-Po battery is 40 percent larger and a chip that "talk" with each cell, and adjust the flow of electricity needed. The result is a resistance three times longer.

"We have developed a new battery technology is better for users and the environment," said Apple CEO Steve Jobs. "It can stand up to 8 hours to charge, and up to 1000 times the rechargeable." According to Apple, the battery will maintain the well-kept 80 percent or more of capacity originaly during the life cycles reach 1000 times the rechargeable.

Battery surprise came in the form of other surprises: MacBook Pro 17 ", which have been used as the" Notebook 17 "the most thin and light in the world. This computer is thin (0.98 inches) with a weight of 6.6 pounds.

MacBook Pro 17 "offers LED-backlit screen that direct live close casing when opened, is the LCD cells that need time to warming up. High resolution (1920 x 1200) or have 78 percent more pixels than the MacBook Pro 15 "so that adequate for the full HD 1080p display with no visible crowded, especially with no support 700:1 contrast ratio and a range of color gamut of 60 percent wider. On the computer is also attached iSight camera

As estimated, MacBook Pro 17 "comes with a Mini DisplayPort and the anti-copy technology HDCP. Trackpad is interesting because of glass. Similarly, the keyboard is a eluminate. All this with in a body of solid aluminum unibody.

Specification is another processor Intel Core 2 Duo (6MB shared L2 cache, 2.66 GHz, 1066MHz FSB), DDR3 1066MHz 4GB SDRAM (8GB maximum), onboard graphics Nvidia GeForce 9400M and 9600M GT combo (onboard graphics is the same as that used in the MacBook Pro 15 "). However, the last type of chip diskrit include GDDR3 512MB video memory and can be enabled to improve the graphics performance when needed (which will drain the battery).

Meanwhile, the connectivity available for Wi-Fi 802.11n Airport Extreme card via a built-in, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR module, Gigabit Ethernet, one FireWire 800 port for connection to a video camera and video devices and other professional audio, three USB 2.0 ports, port audio line in and out, and ExpressCard/34 expansion slot.

Storage has been connected to a hard disk SATA 320GB 5400rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor Apple belong to prevent surface scratches if plate engine suddenly fell, and a SuperDrive 8X slot-load.

Then the price of this new notebook, and when they are available in the market? Hmm, prepare at least 2799 U.S. dollars. However, if you want a MacBook Pro 17 "with the processor Intel Core 2 Duo 2.93 GHz, 8GB RAM, 320GB 7200rpm hard disk, screen , sdd 128/256 GB, you have to grope in the pocket much more. Not do anything, you have the time until the end of the month to set up the fund. / *

8 Hours Battery for HP Netbook

Las Vegas, FRIDAY - One thing is frustrating at netbook - and in fact all the digital devices - is the resistance Battery. Netbook usually work only hold about 2 hours with the standard Battery (3-cell). Nah, because that is the new HP netbook has become special. Because he can stand up to 8 hours.

According to HP, Padua between the 6-cell Battery premium "all day" and the Intel Atom processor, the Mini 2140 which is the successor of the 2133 Mini Note is able to stand up to 8 hours before its Batery should be back. This approach is similar to that which is done on the Apple MacBook Pro 17 "that it also just announced. Seems, in the future, Battery 8 hours will be the trend.

However, if you select a 3-cell Battery, the power about 4 hours, or two times longer than previous batery 2133. More stamina became one of the benefits of HP netbook.

O yes, different from the 2133 Mini Note, the 2140 Mini is aimed at the business is provided with the processor Intel Atom N270 1.6 GHz

"Blogger" In the Korea-catching Police

Seoul, SUNDAY - One blogger, Park, who as "Economic President" on the internet, said that her not guilty on Saturday (10 / 1), the Regional Court in Seoul, for alleged misguided information on the internet.

Park, who has a pen name of Minerva, which means Goddess Wisdom in Greek, is known among internet users in South Korea because the estimates of the global economy is chilling, including brokenLehman Brothers, was evident.

Park, who claim to have worked in the company's securities, and achieve a master's degree degree in the United States, actively enforce against criticism that the government failed to manage the economy is considered, and make estimates, estimates the economy, the most negative. more writings by jargon-economic jargon that involved so that people believe that economists Park.

Style of analysis and estimates that also make sharp Park become excellent in the Internet world, and as "Economic President" on the internet.

However, some time ago, because the Park diciduk police allegedly misguided information that the government has ordered financial institutions and major trading currencies to buy U.S. dollars.

Park was later brought to justice. Investigation team of prosecutors prosecutor general, said Park is just a CMS graduate unemployment, and to study the economic self-taught.

Meanwhile, in the trial, Park said that he was writing community input to help the general public does not understand the economy, and does not seek personal gain. Park also asserted that what it produces is not dangerous to the public.

Kim Yong-sang, the judge who issued a letter of arrest, trial on Saturday (10 / 1), say, the case is the foreign currency market, and the credibility of the country. Likewise Yonhap news agency reported.

Blogger arrest is something that is not common in South Korea in one of the country with a population of Internet users in most of the world. Park arrest has triggered hot debate about free speech on the Internet.

Lawyers Democratic Society, a group of human rights warrior renowned in South Korea, Park urged to be released, and ask for the investigation team of investigators.

The government has not be tolerant with those who condemn freely express opinions, and to discute on the internet, said the group, Sunday (11 / 1).

If proven guilty, Park can jail sentence of five years in prison, or fines up to 37,000 U.S. dollars.

Making Computers and Reading Works

Applications to create a computer read aloud text that appears on the screen since there are already long. This technology called Text-to-Speech (abbreviated TTU).

Glance, the function is not too important. But for PC users who have limited vision, this feature will be very helpful. Mac OS has long been in possession of a built-in. While for the Windows version, available a variety of applications that can be selected.

One of the applications that can be used is SmartRead. He provides a free version can be downloaded at www.smartysoft.com. Besides reading, the application is also able to change the text into audio files.

1. Download the installer file "smartread_setup.exe" SmartReader's official site. Install and run the application through [SmartySoft (smartysoft.com)]> [SmartSoft] [SmartSoft]. Wait some time to show the application.

2. To use the application, you can copy-and-paste text into the main application of blue. In addition, you can also direct a number of documents (XSR format, TXT, and RTF) to the application by clicking on the [Open]. Find and select the file, then click [Open].

3. After the text that will be copied to read in the window, you can select the sound readers. For the beginning, only one (voice Microsoft Sam). You can add your voice by clicking on the other [Download Voice More ...]. Additional votes will be downloaded from the server through the Internet connection SmartySoft. If the download is complete, click [Next]> [OK].

4. Select the first sound of the "Voice". You can order a PC to read the text by clicking the starting point in reading the text area, and click the button [Read]. To determine the speed of reading, you can move the slider "Rate". Volume may be lower on the slider "Volume." To stop, click the [Stop].

5. To change the text into audio files that can be heard at any time through the MP3 player, click on [Transform]. In the Convert Wizard dialog box - Welcome, select the type of audio you want: Wave, MP3, or Flash. Click [Next>] and select the output format in the drop-down menu available. After that, click [Next>] again and select the folder to store the audio by clicking [Browse].

6. If you have, directly change the text by clicking on the [Convert Text to MP3 Now]. Wait some time to complete the process. See store folder through Windows Explorer. Check whether there is an audio file there. If you have, you can play with the audio player.


TIPS: Options Applications Text-to-Speech

Various applications can you get on the Internet, ranging from free to paid. There are only able to read the text, there are also already has a function as a voice recorder so that text can be heard again through the MP3 player or other audio player. If you're interested, some of this choice.
Advanced Text-to Speech 3.6 (www.rosecitysoftware.com)
- FlameReader 4.2.8 - www.flamereader.com)
- Natural Reader (www.naturalreaders.com)
- Text Aloud (www.nextup.com / textaloud)
- Text Speaker 2.01 (www.deskshare.com)
- Text to Speech (www.text-speech.com)
- Text to Speech MP3 with Natural Voices 1.71 (www.texttospeechmp3.com

You can also try the application TTU made children in the country http://indotts.melsa.net.id website. The author is Arry Akhmad Arman in Belgium in 2000.


Tip: PC with a cry of command

Besides reading the text, the PC can also hear and perform for you. Smart, yes? One way is to install e-Speaking application. Applications can be paying your for free for 30 days. To use it, live download and install application from www.e-speaking.com. How easy to use, why.

First, prepare sekri to the microphone and microphone port on the panel of your PC sound card. Then, activate the application Click [On] at the top of the application to activate the microphone. For a list of available commands, click on the tab [Command]. Here, you can view a list of commands that are used according to the application, from the command to start Microsoft Word, Notepad, the operating system.

You can also create your own commands (in English), by clicking on the [add]. Type the text in the right window, and specify in the application which will be applied.

Source: pcplus

New face for Facebook

JAKARTA, THURSDAY - popular social networking site Facebook will soon change the face. Face this new fact has been released about seven weeks ago, and until now the Facebook users can still switch between the classic and new faces. And the format can be changed in seconds.

This new design of the user must do more navigation. This means users no longer face a simple page where all information is stored, but some web page or portal. For some people, this style of the kinship relationships with family, friends, relations, a little more difficult. If the first two minutes needed to get basic information, now may need five minutes.

Applications are now no longer exist on the front page. Personal information is also re-organized, so you can see or find out exactly what you want by clicking on the relevant tab.

During can access the Internet, lasting Friendship Stay

"So, I leave from work only, so not leave from Facebook."

So posting a member of the social networking site Facebook by the end of the holiday last year. Yes, although not and not bring laptop, as long ago holiday, he could still access Facebook via mobile phone.

Facebook has to make its members crazed and successfully overcome seniornya, such as Friendster. Facebook into the fever-so because the vendors compete to present the various facilities for easy customer access networks of social lovely.

Only a BlackBerry. Smart phone cardboard Research in Motion (Rim) to provide this application directly to Facebook and MySpace. Hence, the user's handset is made in Canada can access the second site is in realtime. Rim support in Indonesia Excelcomindo Pratama (XL).

Manager and BlackBerry Internet Service XL Handono Warih said, customers can access Facebook and MySpace provided directly from a web browser. "This is one of the advantages BlackBerry. The user can access at any time and update," explained.

Vendor origin United States, Palm, also spoil users with direct access Facebook. However, its users must download a Facebook application for Palm in the official website of Palm, which is http://mobile.palm.com/facebook.

But, do not hit-type mobile phone can be used. Operating system must have a minimum of 2 MB of RAM and have an operating system V5.4.9. So, is the most fitting Palm Centro, Palm Treo 680, and Palm Treo 775p.

Feature does not equal 100 percent

Do not want to lose, Nokia also began support through social networking sites newest product, the Series 5800 XPRESSMUSIC exist ago in December. This product have direct access to Facebook. "After motret can be uploaded directly on to Facebook, OVI, or flicker," said Dominikus Susanto, Product Manager Nokia. Cooperation that involved the form of media sharing and games.

Meanwhile, Sony Ericsson says, access to all social networking sites are in fact all be done through their website. Of course, as long as connected to the Internet access. "But there is no direct homepage," teaching Djunadi Satrio, Head of Marketing Sony Ericsson Indonesia.

According to him, all can access the internet, mobile phone sejatinya all can reach the social networking sites anywhere. "One, if there is suspicion that the site is only accessible in certain types of mobile phones," he said. Last year, Sony Ericsson launched 20 products that have features for access to the Internet.

Many Facebook users now access the site's network is 24 hours nonstop in the two places, one in the notebook or PC via a mobile phone. Enda Nasution, for example. BlackBerry user is often the only Facebook's ponsel simply to update the status.

Enda says, one of the advantages to access the social networking site on mobile phones more quickly because to update status. "Not only in the form of a sentence, but also photos, one can instantly update to our profile and seen by our friend," explained.

However, if you via phone, functions and features of social networking can be used 100 percent. But that important, can still access the Facebook, right? (Avanty Nurdiana, Ahmad Febrian) *