Has anyone had the chance to check out the new Gmail Redesigned? I checked it out and I have to say that I really like it. The interface is lovely from the color scheme to the layout. They have addressed some performance issues too. Supposedly, the main focus of this version is speed and message space. I’ve noticed it being a bit faster now even when I’m working with a slow connection. One thing that is for sure is there is a huge reduction in “Oops!” messages.
In order to get Gmail Redesigned 3.0 you have to download the Redesigned extension. If you already have it, then it should automatically update to version 3.0.
Tags: Gmail Redesigned, innovation, technology, Web Design, Web Development
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What a way to start off the new year. A convention introducing the culmination of many hard working hours producing some of the most innovative technology advancements. I personally am on the hunt for an upgraded smart phone now that the iPhone, G1, and Blackberry Storm has hit stores. To make my decision even more difficult, the 2009 CES introduced quite a few more smart phones that all have very cool features to compete with the iPhone, G1, and Storm. It certainly feels like its going to be a great year for technology (at least for those who are selling and making profits from these innovative devices). Click here to view the article
Tags: 2009 CES, eWeek, innovation, phones, smart phones, technology
I came across this really cool tool that allows you to minize all your open applications into a single tray icon. If you’re the type to have a lot of apps running at a time, this could be perfect for you. The site includes installation instructions as well as the source code to play around with it if interested. I usually have plenty of apps running at once like photoshop, word, powerpoint, firefox, etc. Sometimes I get a little frustrated using the alt + tab functionality and end up in the wrong app, so this type of app can become pretty useful. I’ll be sure to post some updates as I continue to give it a try. Click here to view the website
Tags: Add new tag, applications, desktop, innovation, technology, web
Canned Responses. A solution for the lazy person writing emails, or just something simple to make life a tiny bit easier. A canned response is basically some text that you use often. Like a phrase or a common response that you use to respond to certain emails. Gmail is simply allowing you to save these types of responses and have them for later use. This seems like a pretty neat feature. I can imagine many of you tech support specialists could most definitely use this feature. On one hand, I could use it when sending out responses to my resume being found by recruiters that want to know salary requirements, whether I’m still in the market, etc. On the other hand, it seems like its a lazy person’s solution to replying to certain emails. Don’t get me wrong though, I know there are plenty people out there that are severely busy and barely even have time to read emails let alone reply with the same tiresome comment. Would any of you out there use this feature? If so for what? Check out the full article
Tags: E-mail, Gmail, Google, innovation, technology, Web Development
I came across this application that allows you to set a timer to reload certain web pages at specific intervals. As a logged in user you can save your list to their server, and every time you access their website, your list will be automatically loaded. You can customize your list and interval rate, and of course you have to save it in order for you to access that new modification at a later time, but you do not have to save it immediately in case it is only a temporary modification. It seems as though there isn’t a limit to the amount of url’s one may have in their list, however you do have to be careful as to not close out your tab/window or else you’ll have to add it back to the list. Its a very interesting web app. Very useful and innovative. Especially when tracking your package or something along those lines. My question is what is the downside (if any). For instance, memory or cache problems? Or maybe security problems if you’re sending secure data with each reload? Tell me what you think, and check out the app.
Tags: Development, innovation, SiteReloader, technology, Website Reloader
