Microsoft Windows 8 Consumer Preview

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With a target release date of December 2012, Microsoft Windows 8 is already creating a stir.

The sleek design of Windows 8 includes a revamped, tiled start screen. Photos, music, favorite websites, and more are all neatly organized for ease of access. A handy built-in keyboard makes the transition from desktop to tablet seamless and convenient. The new Windows Store makes it easier than ever to find the most popular titles. An integrated cloud connection transfers your personalized settings to any Windows 8 computer you sign in on. And Internet Explorer 10 is more than just a browser with edge to edge web pages.

These are just a sample of some of the new features in Windows 8. You can read more about the new operating system here, and for a limited time, download the Consumer Preview version here.

If you have any questions about Windows 8, call the experts at Friendly Computers. And don’t forget to ask about all of our computer repair services.

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Mini Adventure Spy Cam

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Camera’s are everywhere. At traffic lights, in the grocery store, on your telephone.

As technology advances, high definition cameras keep getting smaller and smaller. The Mini Adventure Spy Cam is a great example of just how small they can get.

This tiny camera, about the size of key fob, fits in your pocket and takes crystal-clear video footage and sound. The small size makes it the perfect camera for many uses. Carry it on your key chain to capture unplanned and unexpected events. Set it up in your home to keep an eye on your pets while you’re away. Attach it to your radio controlled car to get a pint-sized drivers view of your off-road adventure. The possibilities are endless. The camera uses a Micro SD card, so transferring your captured video is as easy as a click of the mouse.

If you have any questions about the Mini Adventure Spy Cam, give us a call at Friendly Computers. And don’t forget to ask about our computer repair services.

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Splashtop Remote Desktop

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This week’s spotlight falls on the Splashtop Remote Desktop app.

Splashtop is an amazing app that gives you complete access to your PC or Mac from anywhere. The handy app incorporates a series of intuitive, user-friendly gestures that allows you to control your PC or MAC with the swipe of your finger. Splashtop makes it easy to use software on your computer that isn’t readily available for iOS and Android powered devices. What sets this app apart from its competitors is it’s unique ability to stream video and audio to your mobile device. From streaming flash videos and playing games on Facebook to viewing Powerpoint presentations to listening to music in any format, Splashtop makes it all possible.

Available in the iTunes App Store and the Android Market.

If you have any questions about Splashtop, or any of our computer repair services, give your local Friendly Computers a call.

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Air Video

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Air Video is a feature-packed app for your iPhone or iPad.

Air Video gives you the ability to stream your video collection from your PC directly to your iDevice.  Say goodbye to storing huge movie files on your iPhone – with Air Video, you have the freedom of enjoying your entire video collection on your PC without taking up precious storage capacity.  Stream your movies right to your phone without the hassle of converting them to a compatible format – Air Video does all the work for you in real-time.  Whether you’re waiting for a plane or relaxing in bed, Air Video brings your videos right to you. Available in the App Store for $2.99, or try the trimmed-down free version before you buy.

If you have any questions about Air Video, or any of our computer repair services, give your local Friendly Computers a call.

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