Posted by : techychick in (AmusingéMusing, Computer, My View, News/Info, On The WWW)

Wordpress 2.8.3

So another new update!  you know I fear all these updating.. because.. I’m such a slow learner with new things.  And I learned that the update affect 36 files. A simple upload and replace will do it or you can use the auto updater built into the WordPress admin. The update doesn’t affect the database - now that’s good to know eh.

The latest stable release of WordPress (Version 2.8.3) is available in two formats from the links to your right. If you have no idea what to do with this download, we recommend signing up with one of our web hosting partners that offers a one click install of WordPress or getting a free account on WordPress.com.

What’s Next?

With our famous 5-minute installation, setting up WordPress for the first time is simple. We’ve created a handy guide to see you through the installation process. If you’re upgrading your existing installation, we’ve got a guide for that, too. And should you run into any trouble along the way, our support forums are a great resource, where seasoned WordPress experts volunteer their time to help you get the most out of your blog.

Posted by : techychick in (Computer, OS, On The WWW, PC)

Windows 7 Beta

Free for a year.. and then pay for it a year later.. now that sounds awesome right..??  heard so much about it lately. . but really don’t wanna try it out yet.. for fear of all the drivers i have to look for and all.The Windows 7 is suppposedly to be Microsoft not only newest baby but a huge user interface overhaul since Windows 95. They say that it recognizes cameras, printers and other add ons immediately and great for those who loves their gadgets like yours truly .. but hate to have to look for drivers.   Windows 7 also knows all about music and movies addition .. and apparently they can master them all.   Looks like it is gonna be easier than i thought.. so i won’t be needing the best fat burners from spending hours in front of the computer.. searching for drivers, since it seems to do so  much.  If anyone had tried it .. please let me know… i’m gonna wait for abit.. like i did with Vista.

Posted by : techychick in (AmusingéMusing, News/Info, On The WWW)

Happy Mother’s Day From Techy Chick

I’m constantly on the internet and I tell everyone my life is like an open book.  Some wonder why i would collate all my info .. on the net and those of my kid as well.  But what is there to hide right..??  I even plan on having this Google Me business card ordered soon .. together with my gazebos , so that when i travel during the summer.. i could just flip out this awesome card out to whoever i meet new and old.   How’s that for being techy now..??   Oh . .and Happy Mother’s Day from Techy Chick.

Posted by : techychick in (My View, News/Info, Notebooks, On The WWW)

Killed By Laptop

SURREY, B.C. - Mounties in Surrey, B.C., say a woman who died in a car accident last month appears to have been killed by her laptop computer.

Heather Storey, 25, was driving to work March 16 when her vehicle was hit by a tow truck. Storey’s laptop was sitting unsecured in her back seat and RCMP spokesman Sgt. Roger Morrow says the vehicle’s abrupt stop sent the computer flying into the back of Storey’s head. The force of the blow was so severe that it shattered the computer’s screen and bent the frame.

The coroner determined that Storey died as a result of blunt force trauma.

Morrow says investigators believe the accident was survivable and that police are warning the public to secure their belongings while driving.

Source : Canadian Press

Posted by : techychick in (Cellphones, Gadgets, On The WWW)

Windows Mobile 6.5

It looks like Windows Mobile 6.5 will arrive a little earlier than expected. A post on the WinMo team blog says that the update to Redmond’s smartphone platform will officially launch on May 11, the first day of the Tech Ed conference. We’re figuring that could mean we’ll see the gold build demoed for the very first time, seeing how the version showed off at the glamorous MWC launch was described as an “alpha” cut. Of course, after that it’s all up to the carriers and handset manufacturers as to when we’ll actually see the OS loaded onto devices, but we’re sure the hacking community will find a way to satiate the impatient until then or until Windows Mobile 7 comes out.

Posted by : techychick in (Accessories, AmusingéMusing, Gadgets, My View, On The WWW)

Cloud Sofa

Cloud is a sofa concept designed for ultra comfort and relaxation. The soft floating upper part is supported by the magnetic force generated by the bottom base. No matter if you want to work and sit with comfort or simply a power nap to release the stress, you can always enjoy your time to relax on the floating cloud.

Posted by : techychick in (Computer, Cuties, Gadgets, On The WWW)

Icons

As a blogger or anyone running their own website .. icons like these are certainly a welcome.. and surely a double look.  These cool and new icon are great to use for your avatar or even for gravatars. Iconspedia is where you can find them.. and they are for both personal and commercial use.  Check it out.

Posted by : techychick in (Bizarre, Living, On The WWW, Useful Links/Tips)

Aliant Cuts 100 Jobs In Nova Scotia

For a minute.. i thought they were cutting jobs of the lower ranking .. but i’m pleased to know it is the management jobs they are axing to cut cost.  About time.. i’ll say..!!  Aliant plans to axe more jobs in the next couple of months not only in Nova Scotia.. but Atlantic Canada, rural Ontario.. and Quebec is not spared too.  I bet everyone is worried.. for their rice bowl.. and don’t even need Leptovox for the worrying is gonna make them lose some weight.  And for those who are gonna eventually get axed.. well.. they gotta tighten their belts..?? nah.. no way.. the governement will come to their rescue.. and unemployment kicks in.

But wait a minute.. !! management staff can’t get unemployment right..? Ahhh.. and since the front line workers ain’t affected.. i guess the government ain’t too worried..??  hhmmm.. i donch really know how it works.. but back home.. management staff donch get a lot of benefit .. like unemployment.. but having said that this is Canada… anything is possible eh.

Posted by : techychick in (Entertainment, My View, On The WWW, Useful Links/Tips, Wii)

Wii Sends Kid Screaming On You Tube

After watching this on youtube.. you would think next year his parents would buy some rubber stamps instead eh..??  Kids loving Wii is great . . and expected.. but this one.. WOW..!!!  I’ll have to say .. is a wee bit dramatic eh.  To be honest.. i didn’t think anyone would get this excited.. did you ..?? afterall the Wii system had been out in the market for more than 3 yrs now eh.

Posted by : techychick in (Computer, On The WWW, PC)

LayOff @ Microsoft..??

So i hear rumors of layoff @ microsoft .. the OS giant..?? hard to believe .. to be honest… because i have a friend in Microsoft Asia.. and Microsoft had been sending them all over the world.. on conventions and stuff.  But having said that.. anything is possible i guessed, although ppl speculated that the xbox division will not be affected… but didn’t the Wii outsold any other systems this Christmas..??