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YouTube turns boring 2D videos into 3D masterpieces
YouTube recently launched a new set of editing features that lets users stabilize, trim and add effects to their previously uploaded videos. On Wednesday, YouTube announced even more editing features for YouTube videos. One of the new features is a tool that converts 2D videos into 3D videos.
Skype for Mac 5.4 beta brings Facebook, ads
Skype for Mac is finally getting some features that Windows users have had for weeks, though not all of them will be welcome. Skype today released Skype for Mac 5.4 Beta which will finally bring Facebook to the Mac app, though ads are coming along as well. The Skype for Mac 5.4 bBeta lets users more »
Ubuntu 11.10 Oneiric Ocelot comes available, arrives still in beta form
The latest version of Ubuntu has come available for those wiling to dive into the world of beta software. The release is 11.10 Beta 1 of Oneiric Ocelot and it can be downloaded from the Ubuntu Wiki. The wiki nicely walks you through the process of upgrading from a Ubuntu 11.04 install as well as more »
Android 3.1 Honeycomb (in beta) now available for the Logitech Revue Google TV
Yesterday we offered the reminder that the Logitech Revue Google TV had officially dropped in price and with that news came word of the upcoming Honeycomb update. Yup, for those who missed that bit, Android 3.1 Honeycomb is coming to the Revue set-top box. The update is slated to arrive sometime later this summer and more »
Google Music users are getting two invites each
Google Music is another invite-only service that some people would trip over themselves to get into. Google Music is a cloud service that lets you upload your existing music collection to Google’s servers. You can then access your music from virtually everywhere including your Android device. If you find yourself feeling charitable today, feel free to check your Google Music account for two invitations.
Send and receive text messages from your computer with MightyText
MightyText is a service that is currently in beta. Its purpose is simple. It allows you to send a receive text messages from your computer. MightyText also uses your existing mobile number and contacts to streamline the process. It can be restrictive, but it does work and can be very convenient for people who stay glued to their computer.
Some apps getting negative reviews from iOS 5 beta users
Last week Apple released the beta of iOS 5 to the public, or at least that’s how it seems. The beta version of the mobile OS was actually intended to be released for app developers, though anyone willing to spend $99 can get their hands on it. Now some app developers are seeing the downside more »
Google Offers beta begins in Portland, Oregon
The Google Offers beta is about to kick off, but we know almost nothing about the service. That’s all about to change once it goes live in Portland, Oregon. In the future, Google Offers will roll out in New York City, San Francisco and Oakland. It looks like Google is starting on the coasts and working its way into the rest of the country.
YouTube Live begins rolling out
Sites such as Ustream and Justin.TV have built a reputation on live broadcasts. YouTube on the other hand triumphed as a site that hosted pre-recorded videos. YouTube Live will address live videos for the first time in the site’s history. YouTube has dabbled in live broadcasting in the past, but now the site has started rolling out YouTube Live to certain partners. As the months go on, thousands of accounts will be granted access to YouTube Live.
BlackBerry Protect comes available as an open beta
RIM has officially announced that BlackBerry Protect is not available in open beta for those located in North America and Latin America. And just as the name implies, this service should help to protect your BlackBerry should it become lost or stolen with features to include remote wipe, remote lock, device location via GPS and more »














