In this weeks Screencast I give you a a quick look at how to subscribe to a Podcast in iTunes.

Podcasts are an excellent resource for both entertainment and educational content. Almost all podcasts are free. Note you do not need an iPod to listen to Podcasts, just a PC or Mac with iTunes installed.

What is podcasting Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcasting

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Well over at Gixmodo they have a look at an intel prototype. Very James Bond.

Link: http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/notebook-supermodel/intel-unveils-worlds-thinnest-laptop-almost-skinny-as-a-razr-263359.php

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Boxed

Unboxed

The first thing you notice about the keyboard is how deep it is, it takes up a lot of room. I see that as a bad thing, but I am sure others would see it as a positive as it does feel quite substantial.

I have two small slim line keyboards on my desk and together these two are still smaller than this keyboard.

We have some new technology to play with:-

4-Way Scrolling: Scroll four ways for greater efficiency and comfort with Tilt Wheel Technology.

You can scroll up/down/left and right. Moving left and right with a mouse feels odd and not very easy to train your brain to remember, after all it’s had 20 year of no left/right mouse scroll.

Magnifier: Point and click to enlarge and edit details using the Magnifier

This is good for image manipulation, but zoom in technology is a part of Windows Vista anyway.

The keyboard has a mouse wheel on the left hand side, this is pretty neat but this feature for me should be on the right not the left.

Additional Features:
High Definition Optical Technology
Longer Battery Life
Wireless Freedom
“My Favorites” Hot Keys
Smart Receiver
Customizable Buttons
Cushioned Palm Rest
Scroll Wheel

Summary

This would be great for a media PC or people with large desks. It is comfortable to use and feels like a quality product.

Link: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mouseandkeyboard/productdetails.aspx?pid=016

I have been surrounded by wireless longer than anyone I know.

Long gone are the days when I had the only wireless network in my neighbourhood. Now I am surrounded by them. 5 by my last account.

I fall on the side that wireless is a safe technology, but even If I decided to switch my Wireless off I am still being “baked” by those around me.

I would feel a lot better if this issue was clearly addressed, the public appears to be evenly split on the issue.

Link: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/6676129.stm

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Al Gore - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_gore

Imagine if they did an Apple style “I’m a Mac, I’m a PC” advert with these two….
Steve Balmer - CEO Microsoft http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Balmer

You will notice I am not offering a picture of my desk. This is partly because it would make Al Gore’s look tidy.

Microsoft make some amazing keyboards and mice.
Their current range has 18 different ones to choose from.

What I dont get is why is Steve using the entry level wired multimedia keyboard? It’s a bit like the CEO of BMW using a Mini as his main vehicle.
Nice Salad