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How Energy-Efficient Are You?

Tell the world here.One question worth asking, though, is how much energy is used to recycle material rather than bury it?... (read more)

Written by on Apr 18, 2010

My Take on iPhone SDK Section 3.3.1

After reading this post, I have a few things I'd like to say.I see both sides of the fence. One can look at Apple's position and be taken back by it, but only if they are seeing it from one perspective. A "lock in" perspective. That may not even be the case. Quality of software may indeed be the driving force behind the move.Apple is definitely trying to position the iPhone and iPad separately from desktop and laptop computers, so... (read more)

Written by on Apr 12, 2010

Zen-Cart v1.3.9 Soon?

I'm anxiously waiting for the release of Zen-Cart 1.3.9 so that I can upgrade my server to PHP 5.3. This illustrates one reason why powering my client sites using my own framework gives them an advantage over those that utilize 3rd-party frameworks and content management systems. Because I keep my framework in pace with the latest release of PHP, MySQL and other technologies, I can keep my clients' sites up-to-date, as well.Someone else who's interested... (read more)

Written by on Apr 12, 2010

The "Quick Stop" Grocery Drop by GroceriesToGo!

The "Quick Stop" Grocery DropA new grocery delivery service for cottage-goers and people that travel the Hwy #10 route that runs through Orangeville, Ontario. GroceriesToGo! will be at the Park-and-Ride parking lot every Friday between 4pm and 6pm. Just place your order, select the "Quick Stop Grocery Drop" delivery option, pick up your groceries, and GO!Learn More... (read more)

Written by on Apr 11, 2010

Campbell River Visible in iPhone OS 4.0 Intro Video

Campbell River is not the biggest city on Vancouver Island, but it was clearly visible on a map during the Sneak Peek of iPhone OS 4.0, keynoted by Steve Jobs of Apple Inc.Can you see it there? Go Campbell River!... (read more)

Written by on Apr 09, 2010

Profile: Anna Jorgensen - Comox Valley Realtor

More Information: www.AnnaJorgensen.comVideo Produced by Zac Whyte... (read more)

Written by on Apr 07, 2010

iPad Reinvents The Computer

There's been numerous attempts at creating a tablet computer over the past 10 years, but the one mistake that's been made over and over is positioning it as a computer; having it run an operating system designed for desktops and laptops.Apple, in its infinite wisdom, saw things differently. They built a touch-based phone first, perfected the technology, built up the mindshare around the world, and then delivered the iPad. A whole new computer.Learn about the iPad... (read more)

Written by on Apr 01, 2010