Jul 13, 2009
Posted by geekgirl in Electronics How To's, Mac OS X Applications | 1 comment
I got a Mac Mini when I had just lost a job and the laptop I’d used there. I thought to myself, “I need a computer and I don’t think I’ll need to be portable; I’ll get a mini.” It was cute, but it only had 2 gig of RAM so it felt pain when I booted anything Adobe. And it cried when I tried to use Entourage (which I just don’t do to any machine anymore). Well…it fit the bill for a few weeks, then the reality set in.
I’m used to being very portable. It was frustrating to not be able to lay across the bed and type away. I couldn’t go out on the patio to send a zillion resumes and watch my email feverishly for replies. As soon as I could, I got a used Macbook (black) and life was sort of back to normal. But I had an extra computer; what to do with it?
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Jul 11, 2009
Posted by angie in Digital Cameras, Electronics, Uncategorized | 0 comments
I thought long and hard before declaring a favorite gadget, but I think my little Canon Elph SD1000 has to be “the one.” Not only does the new model come in pink, and I’ve been itching to review a pink gadget, but it’s a staple in my grab-and-go purse.
As you see in the post title, I’ve updated the name to the model you can now buy but the review will discuss the 1000 that I have. You’ll see as I post, I’m primarily a geek on two fronts–computers and cameras. I’m finally in the market for a DSLR – I’ve been pining for one for years – but this little guy will remain my faithful companion.
There are three main reasons for this – quality, size and price. This little guy is a trooper. I throw him in my purse and he never disappoints. He’s always by my side ready to catch the quirky, the unexpected, and the fun. Right now I carry the smallest purse ever and he tucks neatly inside with my wallet, iPhone and keys. And unlike most of my gadgets, I’ve had this guy for three years and I’m not itching to trade him in for a newer, shinier and better model. He still does his work really well.
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My beloved purse pal
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On the fly pictures are easy – say hello to my little friend!
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Jul 7, 2009
Posted by geekgirl in Freebies, Laptop Cases & Covers | 2 comments
Gelaskins really has my number – cute graphics, freebies and a deal; what’s not to love?
Plain Jane electronics are for boys and the boring. We gizmo gals want color and style. Gelaskins gets us, and has a great line of products to jazz up and coordinate a variety of our gadgets. And they probably have stuff the guys would like too.
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Jul 6, 2009
Posted by geekgirl in Freebies, Online services | 0 comments
As some know, I had a bit of a startling experience with online money management software in the past. See this Tech Crunch story for the details. But it didn’t totally put me off the concept. I like being able to see everything in one place, and it’s nice to get an overview of the whole financial situation.
I can track all those electronics purchases and it’s a good way to keep my spending balanced and in check. When half your purchases are gadgets, you know you have a problem!
Mint lets you put in all your account information, and gives you an overview of your financial health and is really clear about where you’re spending your money.
You can categorize purchases, set up a budget and you get to see detail on all your accounts by logging into one place. Oh, yes, and it’s all FREE.
They don’t store your account information – they just give you a way to log in from their interface and pull your account transactions into it. So even if someone gets into your account, the worst that could happen is they see your balances–there’s no way to manipulate the data or gain access to the accounts; the passwords and usernames aren’t available in the Mint interface.
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Jul 5, 2009
Posted by geekgirl in Electronics, Ereaders & accessories | 0 comments
As most people who know me will say, if there’s a gadget involved, it’s automatically more fun for me. I enjoy reading, but I don’t make time for it. Or didn’t. Enter Kindle DX.
When the Kindle 1 and Kindle2
came out, I thought about getting one each time, but saw too many things that I thought would annoy me. Also I wondered if it would become the George Foreman grill of my electronics–something that’s a great idea but I never use. So I put off buying one and hoped the urge would go away.
Then the Kindle DX came around, taunting me with its bigger screen, its PDF support, and its ability to actually read aloud to me. It only seemed like a matter of time before one would find its way into my life. And now that it has, do I use it? Do I like it?
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