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How to fill an uneditable PDF form in OS X by Topher Kessler, cnet.com If a PDF form is static, you can still fill it out without having to print and do so by hand. The PDF format is commonly used to provide electronic forms and other documents, and often these will require you to…
Kreyos Meteor smartwatch – Cell phone and smart phone accessories cnet.com CNET Editors’ Take July 25, 2013 11:51 AM PDT What does it take to make a great smartwatch? The Kreyos Meteor is an effort to at least outdo the Pebble. Based on features, I’m inclined to agree it does…but is that enough? I got a…
Why health care needs Apple Christina Farr, venturebeat.com Apple has a huge opportunity to innovate in digital health. The Silicon Valley technology giant has yet to confirm any new health and fitness gadgets — including its hotly anticipated “iWatch.” If you were hoping yesterday’… http://flip.it/mxJnO Related articles Is Apple Moving Into Digital Health? (inc.com) Samsung…
Upcoming Book, The Makerspace Workbench, Now In Early Release Brian Jepson, makezine.com Adam Kemp’s upcoming MAKE book, The Makerspace Workbench, is now available for sale as an early release ebook. Early release ebooks give you access to books in their earliest form — Adam’s raw and unedited content as he writes. You… http://flip.it/jwyBv
How to Become a Hacker wikihow.com Edit Steps Thinking Like a Hacker • Adopt the mindset of a hacker. Hackers solve problems and build things, and they believe in freedom and voluntary mutual help. To be accepted as a hacker, you must behave as though you have this kind of attitude… http://flip.it/hfpnv
techvalleycenterofgravity.com The Tech Valley Center of Gravity is a federation of makers, hackers, crafters, and artists who share camaraderie, space, and resources to do our tinkering. We have a permanent makersp … http://flip.it/RK4b1 About Us
Antique Raspberry Pi Internet Radio Matt Richardson, makezine.com It seems to be a popular thing to do, turning your Raspberry Pi into a streaming audio player for internet radio stations. However, I’m especially impressed with Florian Amrhein’s Digital Vintage Radio. The Oxford-based maker use… http://flip.it/Emb1I
Grundtal magnetic towel rack Jules Yap, ikeahackers.net Materials: Grundtal bar, neodymium magnets Description: My oven door handle does not have a large enough gap to hang a kitchen towel from, which is something that I grew accustomed to in my previous kitchen. This hack is a non… http://flip.it/AGNH1
Genetic engineering vs. natural breeding: What’s the difference? Nathanael Johnson, grist.org If you are new to this series, I’ve been trying to break down the competing claims about genetic engineering. I’m not an expert: When I told a friend I was writing about GMOs he asked, “So are you for them, or against?” My answer:…
Handy map shows you where to find a moment of silence in New York City Jess Zimmerman, grist.org New York can be overwhelming, but there are tons of websites and apps that will help you navigate the city. If you want to find the best bagel, you can use Yelp. If you want the times…
America’s wicked, deadly heat wave last week John Metcalfe, grist.org Take a gander at this map of the United States lit up like the burning face of the sun. It shows how hot America got from July 10-19, with maximum temperatures shown in appropriately incendiary shades:NOAAReleased on Friday by NOAA, the map shows … http://flip.it/f5okV
Think you can’t afford an EV? Think again Claire Thompson, grist.org Tom RafteryYou could be as happy as this guy.It’s easy to see the electric car as a symbol of the kind of offbeat elitism often associated with eco-conscious living — the rich man’s veggie oil-powered VW bus, if you will. But that could change…
cabinporn: More cloud chambers by artist Chris Drury. http://flip.it/oUTQM
Shock-proof iPad mini case packs in neat trickery – Images gizmag.com http://flip.it/G8EqA
Tired of long lines at the pharmacy? ZappRx tests ‘mobile boarding pass’ for prescriptions Ki Mae Heussner, gigaom.com Picking up prescription medication often requires a good deal of patience. First, there’s the frequently long line you have to brace for; then, there’s the chance that the pharmacy never got the script from the doctor or…
Derrick Harris, gigaom.com Renting a room or an apartment on Airbnb is kind of a crapshoot, but the service recently crunched some numbers to figure out what factors play the biggest role in positive reviews. It might seem like trivial research, but you couldn’t… http://flip.it/4aV6e Airbnb calculates who gets and gives the best reviews (and…
3D printing is as bad for your lungs as using a stove Signe Brewster, gigaom.com Most consumer 3D printers are designed to be portable and open, meaning the user can plunk one down on their desk and reach right in to the printing platform. While this encourages maximum accessibility, it also has a dark side:…
America’s Top Colleges Caroline Howard, forbes.com The Only Schools That Matter The best years of life are also among the most expensive. Choose with care. Stanford University Pomona College Princeton University Yale University Columbia Unive … http://flip.it/RIk6e
forbes.com Stanford University Pomona College Princeton University Yale University Columbia University Swarthmore College United States Military Academy Harvard University Williams College Mas … http://flip.it/5YtVK America’s Top Colleges List
James Poulos, forbes.com For several months now, I’ve been waiting for the debate now swirling around what’s being called “libertarian populism.” It’s been a long time in the making. And now that it’s here, I welcome it. But in one important way, it’s the kind o… Libertarian Populism Won’t Save The GOP – Unless They…
Did Glaxo Violate Its Corporate Integrity Agreement? Ed Silverman, forbes.com The ongoing bribery scandal that GlaxoSmithKline faces in China may have generated sensational headlines, but its shares have mostly traded in the same narrow range since these episode erupted (back stories here and here). Althoug… http://flip.it/NyQgb
Does Your Child Have Nature Deficit Disorder? inhabitots.com Remember the good old days, when your mom told you to go outside to play all day and just to be sure to come home when the streetlights came on? Yeah, me neither (nor do most of my friends). But m … http://flip.it/3vnE2
7 Gorgeous Eco Resorts For a Green Escape Lori Zimmer, inhabitat.com The heat is on, and it’s easy to daydream about a relaxing getaway in a distant land. We’ve seen an incredible array of eco friendly resorts spring up around the world that bring you closer to nature while providing top-notch luxury accommodation.… http://flip.it/NjisG
Lidija Grozdanic, inhabitat.com If you’re good at repairs and don’t have a problem with heights and noise, the Wind Turbine Loft could be your dream house. Nestled into an offshore wind turbine, Morphocode‘s futuristic-looking loft is designed to provide accommodations for… http://flip.it/RYic9 Morphocode Unveils Plans for Crazy Home Set Atop an Offshore Wind Turbine
Airbnb: Bootstrappers’ Secret Weapon? Christina DesMarais, inc.com LAUNCHED Meet three founders who launched companies using the rent-a-room service as a source for start-up capital. You need money to get your big idea off the ground but building a business is a lot of work—who’s got time for another job … http://flip.it/ridJb
What’s Wrong With Your Website? More Than You Think Aaron Aders, inc.com SEO HEROES You can’t just set up your website and call it a day. Here’s how to make the best design, and how to use the information your site gathers. With the proliferation of smartphones and web review sites, every small business owner……
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