Apple announced its first Mac OS X security updates for 2010 which will fix at least 12 serious vulnerabilities.  The kind of vulnerabilities that Apple would have you believe only happen on a PC.  Classics like malicious code execution from tampered audio files (mp4), spiked TIFF files and SSL shenanigans to name a few. To be fair, half the updates deal with vulnerabilities generated by the Adobe Flash Player plug-in.  At some point, Adobe plug-ins turned into PC and Mac ‘friendly’ cootie infested whores that allow naughty code execution from infected Web sites.  Hi, I am a Mac – now STFU and patch!  Maybe at some point the Faithful will realize that despite the cool Beatles logo and sexxay facade, its just a computer with all the implied flaws and security holes…  And now, if you listen very carefully, you can hear the sobbing of nefarious hackers and representatives of various three letter organizations.  Click here for details on the Apple security patch.

This is a quick how-to on Windows GodMode (or God Mode) for Windows 7 and Windows Vista (32-bit).  For those of you new to GodMode for Windows… it is a very cool trick to get all of your operating systems control panels in a single magic folder.

Read on for details of how to use this sweet feature.

When you create this new GodMode folder in Windows 7 or Windows Vista (32-bit) you will have a very clean single page to manage everything from hard-drive partitions to network settings to mouse settings.

To get the GodMode up and working… create a new folder (anywhere you like… I prefer the desktop) and name it exactly as listed below;

GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}

Once you have created the folder it will change to an icon looking like a control panel and will contain tons of controls/options for you to tweak.  Enjoy.

If you have ever wanted to wirelessly connect your desktop or laptop PC to your TV ($115), Projector, or Monitor… but wanted to do it wirelessly.  This gadget is for you.  If you are still interested read on for many details.

The Warpia Wireless USB Display Adapter set enables users to display their notebook/PC content, such as pictures, movies, presentations, office documents, web content and other types of data, on a larger remote display, share it with others or enjoy a larger size display without any cable limitations. Whether wirelessly connected to a projector in a meeting room or to a TV screen in the living room, the set allows users to easily and conveniently extend their PC visual workspace. Providing both HDMI interface, common in TVs, and VGA interface, common in projectors and monitors the set provides users with the flexibility to select the target display type suitable for their needs and their work space.

Wirelessly stream High Definition video (720p) and data from your PC to your projector

Warpia Wireless Adapter attached directly to display

What Is It For?
Wirelessly connecting notebook/PC to a flat panel television/display or projector.

User Benefits
Movie playback from PC on your flat TV screen or screen via your projector. Watch Internet content (streaming video, news, sports, web mail) on your flat TV or screen via your projector. View pictures or camcorder movies from your PC Display presentations and content using a projector or display/flat TV without having to worry about cabling.

Freedom and Mobility with the Warpia Ultra Wideband USB Adapter Kit

The Warpia Wireless Display Adapter set provides full room coverage, making it ideal for a variety of use cases, such as wirelessly displaying Internet content (provided over wireless LAN connection for example) on a large-screen TV (over the Wireless USB link). In a conference room scenario, the adapter set enables users to display content from their laptops using a projector, commonly mounted on the room’s ceiling, without cable length limitation and without the need to route dedicated wiring through the walls and the ceiling. The Warpia Wireless USB Display Adapter is based on Wisair’s WSR601 single chip and Wisair’s UltraSpeed technology, delivering the best combination of performance and cost.

Key Features

• Wireless High Definition (720p) connectivity from notebook/PC to projectors, flat TVs and monitors
• Full room coverage with line of site and non-line of site
• Pre-associated (paired) adapters
• VGA & HDMI connectivity (DVI with additional adapter)
• 32-bit True Color depth for high quality images
• Supports up to SXGA+ (1400×1050) resolution
• Fully standard solution (Wireless USB from the USB-IF)
• Worldwide Regulations compliance
• Windows Vista/XP compatible
• 128-bit AES security

What’s in the Box
Wireless USB PC Adapter, Wireless USB Device Adapter (plugs into the Video base), Video base with HDMI and VGA connectors and table/wall mounting options, Power supply unit, Quick Start Guide, CD with software, drivers and user manual.

Product Description

The Wireless USB Display Adapter set enables users to display their notebook/PC content, such as pictures, movies, presentations, office documents, web content and other types of data, on a larger remote display, share it with others or enjoy a larger size display without any cable limitations. Whether wirelessly connected to a projector in a meeting room or to a TV screen in the living room, the set allows users to easily and conveniently extend their PC visual workspace. Providing both HDMI interface, common in TVs, and VGA interface, common in projectors and monitors—the set provides users with the flexibility to select the target display type suitable for their needs and their work space. The Wireless Display Adapter set provides full room coverage, making it ideal for a variety of use cases, such as wirelessly displaying internet content (provided over wireless LAN connection for example) on a large-screen TV (over the Wireless USB link). In a conference room scenario, the adapter set enables users to display content from their laptops using a projector, commonly mounted on the room’s ceiling, without cable length limitation and without the need to route dedicated wiring through the walls and the ceiling. The Wireless USB Display Adapter is based on Wisair’s WSR601 single chip and Wisair’s UltraSpeed technology, delivering the best combination of performance and cost. The Wireless Display Adapter package includes: Wireless USB PC Adapter, Wireless USB Device Adapter (plugs into the Video base), Video base with HDMI and VGA connectors and table/wall mounting options ,Power supply unit, Quick Start Guide,CD with software, drivers and user manual.

The Philco PC, designed by SchultzeWORKS, looks like the TV’s of the 1950’s.  The mouse looks a bit steampunk and keyboard the keyboard looks like an old typewriter.  Still waiting for pricing and availability.  Video of the PhilcoPC after the break.

If you have worked with Windows PC’s for a bit… you are most likely familiar with the blue screen of death.  You know the one… looks like DOS and has a blue background with white text that says something like, “A problem has been detected on your computer, you are screwed…”.

I guess Microsoft got tired of getting razzed for the “blue screen of death”… so there is a new kid in town “the black screen of death”.  So…. if you get the Black Screen what to do?  Read on for how to fix the black screen of death.

It looks like the November 10th Microsoft patch (a security update) is causing some computers to have the black screen which causes your PC to freeze up and removes everything (sometimes it will leave the My Computer window). 

Microsoft made changes to the Access Control List (ACL), the permissions list your computer uses for logged-on users. The ACL interacts with registry keys, creating visible desktop features. Well… looks like the latest patches appear to edit those registry keys. In layman’s terms… this means that stuff doesn’t load or run properly and you get a black screen. 

The best part is the Windows black screen of death doesn’t discriminate… it can cause problems on Windows 7, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.

“Microsoft is investigating reports that its latest release of security updates is resulting in system issues for some customers. Once we complete our investigation, we will provide detailed guidance on how to prevent or address these issues.”

Now that you are informed… on to how to fix the Microsoft black screen problem.

Prevx, a UK security company that discovered the issue, released both step-by-step instructions and a download to eliminate the Black Screen of Death.

If you are doing a fresh install of a new OS (say Windows 7?) and want to update a bunch of applications (59 in total) in a hurry Ninite may be for you.

1. Pick the apps you want.
2. Start your customized installer.
3. You’re done!

Ninite works in the background 100% hands-free.

We install apps with default settings and say “no” to browser toolbars and other junk.

Apple tuned up its desktop and laptop lines this morning with the major changes hitting the iMac and MacBook.

Read on for details and pictures of the major changes…

iMac Changes

The new iMac’s are mostly aluminum and have the edge-to-edge glass.  New iMac’s will come in 21.5 (1,920 x 1,080) and 27-inch (2,560 x 1,440) models, each with a 16:9 HD aspect ratio.  More powerful processors, an SD Card reader, and the ability to go up to 2TB on the biggest unit.

MacBook Changes

Apples best selling laptop, the 13-inch MacBook, got a going over as well.  The laptop is keeping it’s white polycarbonate shell and $999 price tag.

The polycarbonate case is copying the MacBook pro’s unibody chassis style and rounding off the sharp edges.  The touchpad is similar to the one found on MacBook Pro’s as well.

Mouse and Keyboard Changes

The wireless keyboard and mouse now come standard with the iMac and have both been redesigned.  The keyboard is now all aluminum (body).  The mouse (called the Magic Mouse for some reason) now uses a touch capacitive similar to a trackpad.  You can use the two buttons or drag your finger down the middle of the mouse to scroll.

It’s that niche–the living room input device–that the new GlideTV Navigator is designed to fill. The wireless pointing device is a disembodied trackpad flanked by a handful of backlit buttons, including volume and playback controls, as well as dedicated enter, back, and escape keys. The $149 package includes a charging cradle and a USB receiver. While the Navigator is compatible with Windows PCs, Macs, and the PS3, GlideTV’s on-screen keyboard application will only be available for Windows.

Or you could get a Logitech diNovo Mini for less money and get a keyboard?  Will hold full judgment until we get to review this beast.

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Besides the fact that bamboo is a great renewable (grows super fast) resource� it has many uses.  Who know one of those uses was as a Bamboo keyboard and mouse.  Not sure if this is truly eco-friendly or not� but it has to be be better than plastic.  And� it sure warms up your desk area with some natural materials.  Yours for under $50 here.

Mac has finally put the OS X Snow Leopard up on their website, this OS replaces Leopard.� The main differences between Leopard and Snow Leopard are speed and requirements.� The UI will look about the same but there is now faster, more stable, 64 bit versions of Mail, iCal, Safari, iChat, Finder, and QuickTime X.� My favorite part is that Microsoft keeps getting fatter and slower� not Apple� the new OS X Snow Leopard uses 7GB�s less hard drive space than Leopard.