Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Run Windows application (.exe) on Ubuntu

It is very easy to run/execute Windows application (.exe) on Ubuntu using 'Wine Windows Program Loader'.



Here are the steps:

1) Open Ubuntu Software Center. Go to Application --> Ubuntu Software Center
2) Search for 'Wine'
3) Download and Install.
4) Now, right click on the exe, which you'd like to execute and select 'Open with Wine....'
5) That's it, your application will launch soon...

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Saturday, March 13, 2010

Smart ways to make cheap international call (not free)

There are many VOIP service providers ...
Here is one of the such provider with best calling options..



There are 3 ways to call...
Using traditional PC dialer :
You need high speed internet connection.
It is easy to use and has features like address book, call history, etc

Phone to Phone :


Enter your number and the destination number and press 'CALL NOW'
You will receive call back from ACTION VOIP and connects you to destination number.
However, you will be charged for both calls.

From your Mobile / landline :
Add your mobile / landline number to ACTION VOIP personal details and call the local access number (local rates will apply) and dial the destination number.

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Saturday, January 23, 2010

VOIP over Mobile - Cheap international call from Mobile using Mobile VOIP

Mobile Voice over IP (Mobile VOIP) is catching up very fast  and causing a stir for Mobile Operators.

Today, Mobile VOIP uses wi-fi,  2G/3G data channel but with 4G which is end to end IP, all that will soon change and mobile operators will see huge drop in their voice volume.

Gartner Research says "Mobile VOIP poses a huge and direct challenge to the $690+ billion global mobile voice market."

Making costly international call from your mobile will soon become thing of past.

Let's see the few best options for Mobile VOIP.



SKYPE : One of the very popular application. However it doesn't mean the best as currently it only  supports wi-fi and not 3G data channel.










VOPIUM :  It works with both wi-fi and 3G and it is compatible with Java, symbian, Blackberry,  Windows Mobile, iPhone, Android, etc devices.





FRING : This app allows you to import contracts from Skype, Twitter, google talk, etc with IM support. Unlike VOPIUM this app uses only wi-fi.




TRUPHONE :  This is one of the most compatible app and works all most every where. It has built-in support of IM and let's you call MSN, AIM, Yahoo, Google talk, etc.





  

JAJAH : This application works very differently. First you need to  mobile.jajah.com from your mobile and dial in the number. Now is the trick. JAJAH will call you back and connects you with your dialed number.





NIMBUZZ : It allows you to call using your cellular network, skype a/c or phone.








All these apps are simple and easy to use and cut down cost on your international calls.

My recommendations : Truphone and VOPIUM.

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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Google Wave Invitation

About Google Wave

Google Wave is an online tool for real-time communication and collaboration. A wave can be both a conversation and a document where people can discuss and work together using richly formatted text, photos, videos, maps, and more.



 Google has started free invitation for a limited preview.
Sing up today...
https://services.google.com/fb/forms/wavesignup/
Visit http://wave.google.com/help/wave/about.html to learn more about Google wave.

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Sony Cyber-shot® Digital Camera DSC H20/B

Zoom in on the 10.1-megapixel DSC-H20 Cyber-shot® digital camera and get the best shot. With its impressive Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® wide-angle lens with a 10x optical zoom, it's easy to capture the moment with impeccable detail. A 3.0" Clear Photo LCD™ makes reviewing your shots a breeze and the ingenious iAuto mode takes the guesswork out of choosing the best camera settings when you're not sure which one to pick. There's also built-in technology like Optical SteadyShot® image stabilization that reduces blur and Smile Shutter™ mode that automatically captures a smile as it happens. Feel like recording HD video? The H20 captures crisp, 720p video that can be viewed on your HDTV. There's even an anti-blink function to help everyone look their best and in-camera photo retouching tools.



Features list: 
10.1 Megapixel Super HAD™ CCD Image Sensor:
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens with 10x Optical Zoom:
3.0" Clear Photo LCD™ display (230k pixels):
BIONZ™ image processor:
Intelligent Auto Mode:
HD Movie:
Intelligent Scene Recognition:
Face Detection technology:
Anti-blink Function:
Selected Face Memory:
Anti-blink Function:
Smile Shutter™ Technology:
Double Anti-blur Solution:
Red-eye Reduction:
Optical SteadyShot™ Image Stabilization:
High Sensitivity Mode (ISO 3200):
Dynamic Range Optimizer Standard and Plus:
Convenient Photo Modes:
Intelligent Auto Focus:
Burst Mode:
16:9 High Resolution Mode:
Simplified Buttons:
Easy Image Management:
In-Camera Retouching Tools:
HDTV Compatibility:
PHOTOMUSIC feature:
PhotoTV HD:
Wide Zoom display:
In-Camera Retouching Tools:

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