I stumbled on this new anti-ebay service called Listia. It allows you to unload all the stuff you don’t need in exchange for “Listia Credits”. You then use those credits to acquire goods other Listia members are listing. Simple? Yep!

I am currently running an experiment where I am offering a gift card with variable value based on the amount of credits I will get… sor of like assigning a $ value to a credit. Right now I estimate that a credit run for about 0.016$. This is based on today’s ended auctions for gift cards… so I am pricing my offering according to that.

I will keep an eye on future listings to see if credits value goes up or down… like tracking the value of the dollar. My reference will be the US$.

You can check the progress of my experiment at http://www.listia.com/auction/113282

I have also created a page where one can track Listia Credits Exchange Rate at http://netputing.com/listiacrx

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As you may recall, Livestation was the first company in the world demonstrating live streaming on iPhones back in 2008.

A selection of Livestation’s partner channels is now available to watch live on iPhones/iPod Touches and soon iPads worldwide by simply opening the default browsers on the device and pointing it to http://mobile.livestation.com.

Currently there is only a few channels offered as the service is in beta, but Livestation plan to add more free-to-air channels in the coming weeks and add support for premium channels on a login basis. Users who sign up for access to Livestation’s premium channels (CNN, CNBC, Bloomberg, Al Jazeera, etc) on the website (http://www.livestation.com) will be able to login through their iPhones and watch their favourite channels anywhere in the world both on 3G and WiFi.

“Manufacturers had better start building more efficient applications and more efficient services. There is no real way to get around this,” “If we dont start conserving that bandwidth, in the next few years we are going to run into a capacity crunch. You are already experiencing the capacity crunch in the United States.”

The problem is not the devices! The problem is the greedy carriers that keep thinking 20 years back when there was no data to speak of, when voice was king and data was confined to floppy disks.

He should actually speak about the carriers and tell them to get up from their precious ass and do something about the lack of transport on their wireless networks.  Invest more in technology instead of crippling the users phone features.  Maybe people would be more inclined to spend money with them.

See, data has escaped and there is no putting this thing in the bottle.  The iPads of the work will consume wireless bandwidth like there is no tomorrow.

via RIMs Lazaridis warns iPhone is prophet of data network doom | 9 to 5 Mac.

• Look like iPhone: Check
• Has a home button: Check
• Look to be 10″ diagonal: Check

Boy Genius Report is posting what appear to be some of the new iPhone OS 4.0 features. in short expect:

• Multitasking
• New OS wide multitouch gesture
• New UI making the 3G/3GS more like portable computers
• New syncing method

Apple iPhone OS 4.0 features detailed! Also, Apple calling tablet the iTablet? « Boy Genius Report.

OK, here we go, confirmed Apple announcement of some new creation on Jan 27th at 10AM Pacific time. If there is anything to read from the paint splatter this is going to be artsy and fun!

It’s on: Apple holding January 27th event to show off its ‘latest creation’ — Engadget.

Many users on the MyDellMini forum have installed using Mechdrew’s NetbookCD and related guides. At the moment, NetbookCD can patch an OS X install DVD at runtime by using a special kext and a console version of NetbookBootMaker. This will be incorporated into both NetbookInstaller as well as NetbookBootMaker.

The following changes are planned (some already completed or in progress):

• NetbookBootMaker is in the process of being rewritten. It will no longer patch the installation dvd, instead NetbookBootMaker will install a postboot ramdisk (as with NetbookCD) that will patch the dvd (or usb drive) at runtime. This means that tiger will be a supported host OS.
• NetbookBootMaker will be ported to Windows (using Cocotron). NetbookBootMaker will be able to at least create both usb devices used for the two usb install method, although I'm also planning on getting it working with just one usb drive.
• Look into creating an app for Linux, however creating the usb drives can easily be done already.
• NetbookInstaller will automatically be run after a system update. A modified chameleon will run NetbookInstaller (via a ramdisk) if it detects the /System/Library/Extensions.mkext is newer than /Extra/Extensions.mkext. This should only happen if the user installs an OS update, or installs a kext to /S/L/E.
• NetbookInstaller and NetbookBootMaker will support 64bit targets. The main reason for the 64bit support is for the new Atom cpus from Intel, as well as netbooks with the Atom 330 cpu.

In other words 0.8.4 will focus on unifying the various installation methods so that a common code base can be used, as well as to simplify the amount of work a user needs to do to install OS X.

Since 10.5 is no longer in development, NetbookInstaller will no longer support Leopard. You can use an older version, such as 0.8.3. This is being done to simplify application as well as to reduce the download size.

via NetbookInstaller Plans for0.8.4)

After 8 months of hard work since the last release, I am glad to announce the launch of Livestation version 3.0, the latest desktop software for watching live news channels on your computer.

The latest release, available to download free of charge here, includes new functionality which we haven’t seen anywhere else.

Tweet what you are watching
You can now use Livestation as a native Twitter client so you can follow your friends and post your tweets directly under the video window without having to switch applications. But more interestingly, you can screen grab what you are watching with a handy button and have the screenshot posted with your Twitter update in one easy click. This is an example: http://twitpic.com/prled

Multiview
As the player is to all extents a multi-protocol and cross-platform video player, they thought it would be quite cool to be able to watch more than one channel at once. So, with Livestation 3.0 you can now do that by simply clicking on the + icon available next to each channel. It’s quite simple and here’s a screen shot http://twitpic.com/qf5bg/full

Pro
The Livestation team have also created a pro version of the player which viewers can purchase for a one off price of �14.99. Livestation Pro 3.0 has no ads, unlimited Multiview and more importantly all the partner channels are delivered via a dedicated, high performance data network for maximum reliability and for a better viewing experience. Here’s a more in depth description: http://www.livestation.com/pro

Premium Channels
The new player also supports premium channels which viewers can purchase on a subscription basis. Premium channels are delivered in 3 different qualities for maximum flexibility: low or ‘internet cafe’ mode, medium for every day watching and high for standard definition and plasma viewing (adaptive bitrates coming very soon too). Al Jazeera English was the first channel to go premium on our platform with more high profile international channels to follow soon.

As always, you can find out more about Livestation at www.livestation.com or get in touch with me directly.

November 2009

Offer Description:

Bell is committed to providing its clients the newest and most exciting devices, including the Apple iPhone 3G and 3GS � making Bell�s smartphone portfolio best-in-class.

Bell clients will soon be able to enjoy one of the most sought-after smartphone experiences, with unparalleled access to applications, web browsing, and digital content – all on Bell�s HSPA+ network.

The iPhone is a revolutionary mobile phone, widescreen iPod, and breakthrough Internet device in one. It offers desktop-class email, an amazing Maps application, and Safari � the world�s most advanced mobile web browser. As well, so much more is available at your fingertips with access to over 85,000 apps available from the App Store.

Key Dates:

• SKU Opening: ready for ordering on Product Zone on October 15, 2009.
• Shipping Date: will begin shipping to all stores week of October 30, 2009.
• Launch date: November, 2009 � exact date to be communicated in a later communication.

The feature highlights of the iPhone 3G and 3GS are:

• Operate on Bell�s HSPA+ network and supports HSPA/UMTS/GSM/EDGE networks worldwide.
• Tri-Band: 850 / 1900 / 2100 MHz HSPA/UMTS.
• Quad-Band: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz GSM/EDGE.
• Speeds supported for iPhone 3GS � up to 7.2Mbps (iPhone 3G � up to 3.6Mbps)
• Global Roaming – Use your iPhone in over 200 countries worldwide.
• Revolutionary Mobile Phone:
• iPhone redefines what you can do on a mobile phone. Tap a number to make a call. Scroll through your contacts with the flick of a finger.
• Great Widescreen iPod:
• iPhone is an equally brilliant iPod. Enjoy music, movies, and more on the 3.5-inch widescreen display and browse by album artwork with Cover Flow.
• Breakthrough Internet Device:
• iPhone uses fast 3G and Wi-Fi wireless connections to deliver rich HTML email, Maps with GPS, and Safari � the world�s most advanced mobile web browser.
• App Store:
• Once you discover the App Store, you�ll see how applications can make your iPhone do just about anything. Choose from tens of thousands of apps, then download your favourites with a tap.

The table below outlines the features, camera type, available colours, and memory capacity of the iPhone 3GS and 3G:

The iPhone box includes:

• iPhone,
• Earphones with remote and mic,
• Dock connector to USB cable,
• USB power adapter,
• Documentation, and
• SIM eject tool.

Note:

• SIM cards will be affixed to the outside of the box.

Cellebrite Phone Transfer Tool:

The iPhone requires cable #110. Please ensure that your store has cable #110; otherwise, you cannot do a Phone Book Transfer to the iPhone. Corporate stores can order cable #110 via ARIBA. Dealers/National Retail can order cable #110 via Product Zone. Updated Cellebrite software that supports the iPhone and all other HSPA devices that will be launched in November/December will be issued within the next week.

Please note that this communication is intended to provide information for ordering product. All policies, procedures, and LTO pricing (if applicable) will be communicated in a later communication.

The table below outlines the pricing and agreement rebates for the iPhone 3G � 8GB:

The table below outlines the pricing and agreement rebates for the iPhone 3GS � 16GB:

The table below outlines the pricing and agreement rebates for the iPhone 3GS � 32GB:

Always refer to the latest Pricing Grid for complete and most up to date pricing information, including LTO promotions.

The table below shows the English and French description and the SKU of the iPhone 3G and 3GS:

Bell strategy:

• Bell is committed to providing clients with the newest and most exciting devices.
• The iPhone completes Bell�s full suite of �gotta have� smartphones ranging from all the best brands.
• The iPhone drives hardcore and casual consumers alike into Bell stores.
• Brand association with Apple helps speak to and appeal to younger, tech-savy, Gen-Y transitioners � a great opportunity for Bell to increase market share in that segment.

The device will have a 10.6-inch display, and the sources speculated that perhaps Foxconn could secure panels from its subsidiary Innolux Display.

The sources indicated they believe the tablet PC features will focus more on e-book functionality rather than music, and that based on Apple’s marketing strategy, long battery life, quick Internet connectivity and an easy-to-use user interface will be key features of the device.

The sources also expect players such as Hewlett-Packard (HP) to follow suit with their own similar products in the second quarter of 2010.

via Foxconn said to be tapped to make Apple tablet PC, shipments expected to begin in 1Q10.