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Sonnet Releases Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter
5 Top Tips For TextEdit [OS X Tips]
Ergonomic Solutions from RTA Products Now Available to Redefine Your Workspace
Chocolat: New Mac Text Editor Reviewed
CNet.com profiles the 11-inch Apple MacBook Air
How to Configure Your Mac's Firewall
Omni Group Releases OmniWeb 5.11.1 Web Browser
Sonnet Releases Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter
Thunderbolt technology offers amazing speed (up to 10Gb/s) and versatility, supporting high-resolution displays plus high-performance data devices through a single, compact port. It's next generation I/O technology available today. But what about connecting existing FireWire and eSATA peripherals as well as high speed memory cards?
Sonnet's Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter expands Thunderbolt connectivity to support more than just storage systems and monitors, adding an ExpressCard/34 slot to any computer to which it's connected, enabling you to use a wide variety of ExpressCard/34 cards to add a range of interfaces and capabilities to your system.
For example, this adapter lets you add more FireWire ports or an eSATA interface through a single Thunderbolt adapter, allowing you to choose your connections and add more to your setup. Because this adapter supports hot-swapping, you can select and change the ExpressCard to use as needed. It supports most Sonnet ExpressCard/34 cards (with a PCI Express interface), such as their models with FireWire interfaces, CompactFlash and SDXC card readers, and select eSATA controllers. It also will support most specialty bus-interface products like the interface adapter for AJA io Express.
Setup for this Sonnet adapter is simple — just connect it directly to your computer or at the end of a Thunderbolt device chain with a Thunderbolt cable (not included, sold at the Apple Store). That's it. There is no software to install and no power supply to plug in. Plug the ExpressCard/34 card into the Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter as you would into a notebook computer's ExpressCard slot, install software for the adapter if necessary, and you're ready to work.
Key Features
• Expands Your Computer's Connectivity and Capabilities
- Enables you to use ExpressCard/34 adapters with Thunderbolt technology-equipped computers
• Fast Interface
- High-performance 10 Gb/s Thunderbolt technology, 2.5 Gb/s ExpressCard/34 interface
• Supports Common ExpressCard/34 Adapters
- Supports Sonnet CompactFlash and SDXC readers; FireWire, and select eSATA adapters
• Supports Specialty ExpressCard/34 Adapters
- Supports ExpressCard adapters for specialty devices such as AJA io Express
• SxS Memory Card Compatibility
- Based on testing in our lab, we expect the Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter to be fully compatible with SxS media cards and transfer data at the full card speed once Sony makes available an updated driver that is Thunderbolt technology aware.
• Expands Your Computer's Connectivity and Capabilities
- Enables you to use ExpressCard/34 adapters with Thunderbolt technology-equipped computers
• Fast Interface
- High-performance 10 Gb/s Thunderbolt technology, 2.5 Gb/s ExpressCard/34 interface
• Supports Common ExpressCard/34 Adapters
- Supports Sonnet CompactFlash and SDXC readers; FireWire, and select eSATA adapters
• Supports Specialty ExpressCard/34 Adapters
- Supports ExpressCard adapters for specialty devices such as AJA io Express
• SxS Memory Card Compatibility
- Based on testing in our lab, we expect the Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter to be fully compatible with SxS media cards and transfer data at the full card speed once Sony makes available an updated driver that is Thunderbolt technology aware.
Versatile Connectivity via Thunderbolt
Sonnet's Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter opens a world of connectivity options to any Thunderbolt technology-enabled computer. ExpressCard/34 adapters, originally intended for use with notebook computers, offer users additional connectivity and functionality beyond whats available through their computers stock configuration. With Sonnet's EchoExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter, you can have an eSATA Thunderbolt adapter, a FireWire 800 Thunderbolt adapter, or an SDXC or CF Thunderbolt adapter. Sonnett says additional options will be available soon.
Echo ExpressCard/34 Thunderbolt Adapter Specifications
Warranty - 1-year
Bus Interface - PCI Express x1
External Connectors:
- 1 Thunderbolt
- 1 ExpressCard/34
Data Transfer Speeds - Up to 2.5 Gb/s
Supported ExpressCard/34 Adapter Types - PCIe-based with driver support for Thunderbolt Technology
Dimensions
WxDxH:
2.7" x 4.0" x 1.3" (6.7 x 10.0 x 3.4 cm)
Mac Compatibility - Mac with Thunderbolt Technology
iMac (Mid 2011)
Mac mini (Mid 2011)
Mac mini Server (Mid 2011)
MacBook Air (Mid 2011)
MacBook Pro (Early 2011)
MacBook Pro (Late 2011)
Mac OS 10.6.8+
Mac OS X Lion compatible
Requires Thunderbolt cable, available at the Apple Store.
For more information, visit:
http://bit.ly/nFSzox
5 Top Tips For TextEdit [OS X Tips]
Cult of Mac's Keir Thomas notes that all Macs come bundled with a powerful word processor in the form of TextEdit. Thompson offers five tips to let you get the most from TextEdit and maybe even avoid the need to splash out on Microsoft Word or iWork Pages, extracted from Mac Kung Fu, a new book containing over 300 tips, tricks, hints and hacks for OS X Lion.
1. Word Count
2. Search better
3. Go to a particular line
4. Spellcheck foreign languages
5. Automatically create web or email links
You can check it out at:
http://bit.ly/w4pvin
Ergonomic Solutions from RTA Products Now Available to Redefine Your Workspace
Visit RTA Products website to check out the new 2COOL and The Sharper Image stylish & revolutionary ergonomic solutions for laptop and tablet workstations.
RTA Products LLC has announced announce two new ergonomic solutions lines, 2COOL and The Sharper Image, which feature innovative ergonomic laptop stands and tablet accessories. The two new collections are showcased on RTA Products website at:
http://www.rtaproducts.com
Most people spend hours at the computer each day, which often leads to neck strain and overall fatigue. The Sharper Image and 2COOL ergonomic laptop stand collections feature sleek, modern silhouettes, that raise your laptop's monitor to an eye level position, while a built in keyboard and touch pad increases productivity. Built in fans and additional USB ports are just icing on the cake!
With the advent of our innovative ergonomic laptop stands and mobile accessories lines, our goal is to revolutionize how consumers experience their laptops and other portable devices such as iPad and e-Book readers, said Gabe Dickstein, managing director of RTA Products. Each RTA Products stand and tablet case was developed to be ergonomically and aesthetically pleasing, to ensure that users can enjoy their devices for hours without compromising on comfort or style.
2COOL and The Sharper Image Ergonomic Solutions
RTA Products new ergonomic solutions provide tech-savvy professionals with accessories that meet their technological needs and enhance the look of their devices. Both lines offer laptop stands in silver, black or white and tablet cases in Techniflex synthetic leather. All laptop stands are Apple & PC compatible.
Featured 2COOL and The Sharper Image products include:
2COOL
http://www.rtaproducts.com/2cool.htm
Sleek Chill Laptop Stand With Keyboard [2C-SK31H2]: An ergonomic laptop stand featuring three silent cooling fans, a two-port USB hub and full-size keyboard with built in touch pad.
Trendy Laptop Stand With Keyboard [2C-SK11H2]: This trendy laptop stand offers an ergonomic solution with a durable full-size keyboard including numeric keypad, light display and touchpad.
iPad Portfolio With Bluetooth Keyboard [2C-TCK02C]: A stylish, ergonomic solution, this portable iPad tablet case provides a Bluetooth connection to a spill- and dust-proof keyboard. (For iPad and iPad 2.)
Pro-Cooling Stand With Keyboard [2C-SK02H2]: An ergonomic designed cooling solution, the pro-cooling stand includes a durable full-size keyboard, one silent, oversized fan and a USB port to connect to other devices.
The Sharper Image
http://www.rtaproducts.com/sharper-image.htm
Notebook Stand With Keyboard [RTA-SISK31]: This ergonomic laptop stand offers three silent cooling fans to keep a laptop from overheating, as well as a 2-Port USB hub to connect to other devices, and a touchpad and full-size keyboard made of durable ABS plastic.
White Laptop Stand With Built-In Keyboard [RTA-SISK11]: With an ergonomic design laptop stand features a built-in full size keyboard and fully functional touchpad with left and right buttons which allows you to work on your laptop with ease. Also includes an open back design that allows heat to escape keeping laptop cool.
iPad Portfolio With Bluetooth Keyboard [RTA-SITCK02]: Featuring a Bluetooth notebook-style keyboard and lightweight Techniflex synthetic leather case, this ergonomic solution is designed to make working in small spaces simple.
Ergonomic Laptop Stand Collections and Workspace Solutions
RTA Products easy-to-use website features each and every product in the 2COOL, TechniMobili, and The Sharper Image lines, and allows users to easily find the ergonomic solution that suits their needs simply by searching the product line, product number, category, and/or material they desire.
In addition, the site provides engaging instruction manuals, assembly tips and assembly videos as well as a blog where consumers can find the latest and greatest news about RTA Products and exciting information about related industry topics.
2COOL solutions and The Sharper Image products can also be found online at Amazon.com, Wayfair.com (formerly CSN.com) and ATGStores.com, as well as in store at Fry's Electronics.
For more information on where to buy RTA's ergonomic, stylish alternatives to traditional workspace solutions, e-mail for a complete list of e-retailers.
For more information, visit:
http://www.rtaproducts.com/home.htm
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http://www.facebook.com/2COOLSolutions
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Chocolat: New Mac Text Editor Reviewed
AppStorm's Joshua Johnson notes that the Mac text editor market is heating up, that "Hot off the heels of an awesome Espresso update, we're all anxiously awaiting the arrival of the next Coda, Textmate and even a new Mac-friendly Sublime Text," suggesting it's going to be difficult for any newcomers to make a name for themselves.
However, he says that "despite this high barrier to entry, Chocolat is a new text editor currently in alpha thats definitely making a solid statement. Read Johnson's review to see why it may be just what youve been waiting for here:
http://bit.ly/smUzoX
Chocolat sells for $34.00.
For more information, visit:
http://www.chocolatapp.com/
Tech Test Drive: Apple MacBook Air (11-inch, Summer 2011)
CNet.com profiles the 11-inch Apple MacBook Air
The good: The 11-inch Apple (AAPL) MacBook Air is dramatically faster than last year's version, has a backlit keyboard and comes with a high-speed Thunderbolt I/O port.
The bad: The $999 entry-level Air still has the same limited fixed flash storage and RAM as last year's version, and there's still no 3G wireless option.
For the full profile, see:
http://bit.ly/tgOYXx
How to Configure Your Mac's Firewall
MacInstruct's Matthew Cone says:
Every Mac ships with a built-in firewall - a service that can be configured to disallow information from entering your Mac. But what is a firewall, and why do you need to use it on your Mac?...
A firewall can help prevent bad packets from entering your Mac. Hackers love to run automated applications that can scan thousands of computers (including your Mac) for open ports that can be exploited. To ensure that random individuals do not gain unauthorized access to your Mac, you should enable Mac OS X's built-in firewall. It will close your Mac's open ports and disallow random network scans.
For Matthew Cone's tutorial on turning on and customizing the Mac OS X Firewall, see:
http://www.macinstruct.com/node/165
Omni Group Releases OmniWeb 5.11.1 Web Browser
OmniWeb is an alternative Web browser based on Apple's WebKit Safari browser engine that supports OS X 10.4.8 through the latest version of OS X 10.7 Lion.
OmniWeb leverages on the full beauty of Mac OS X's Quartz graphics and the Aqua interface with drawers, sheets, customizable toolbars, and more.
Save time and be more productive by using built-in web shortcuts and unique drag-and-drop tabbed windows. Stay organized with workspaces that save web pages you have in your tabs, your history, and even the location of your windows on your screen. Tell OmniWeb how you want the web to work on each individual domain you can choose how to interact with its content, from changing the text size to blocking ads, managing cookies, or telling OmniWeb where to save downloads. Instead of being limited to a standard set of page viewing functions, OmniWeb gives you total control over your entire browsing experience.
Visual tabs
Most browsers have tabs, but OmniWeb builds on the idea of viewing multiple web pages in a single window by offering thumbnails. When you create a new tab in your tab drawer, a thumbnail graphic allows you to easily identify the page. Keep your browsing organized and productive by quickly switching back and forth between them, changing their position in the drawer, creating new tabs on the fly, and even dragging and dropping tabs from one window to another. For those times when you have a lot of pages in a single window, you can change to a list mode so you don't have to scroll.
Workspaces
With OmniWeb's Workspaces feature, your individual browsing sessions can be saved in one convenient location. When you create a workspace, OmniWeb saves information like which web pages you have in your open tabs, your history, and even the location of the windows on your screen. Organize them by dragging and dropping the contents of one workspace to another. Take a snapshot of a workspace and instantly restore the workspace from the snapshot, clearing away any changes made to the workspace in the meantime. You can even share your workspace files with other OmniWeb 5 users.
Ad blocking
You can do much more than simply block ads with OmniWeb. You can choose to view popups only when you ask for them (like if you specifically click a link), you can tell OmniWeb to block any ad content coming from a known ad server, you can block all Flash content, and much more.
Commendably, OmniWeb 5.11.1 still supports Power PC Macs and OS X back to OS 10.4.8.
New in version 5.11.1:
• Improved stability under Mac OS X 10.7 Lion.
System requirements:
• PPC / Intel
• Mac OS X 10.4.8 or later
OmniWeb is freeware.
For more information, visit:
http://www.omnigroup.com/products/omniweb/
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