| iMovie '08 Library Compressor 1.2
Like it or not, iMovie '08 is the future of iMovie. And, truth be told, I actually like it. Not in comparison to iMovie HD, but as an easy-to-use movie-making program, iMovie '08 is actually pretty good. One useful feature of iMovie '08 is that, like iPhoto, it keeps a library of all your DV clips handy and available, regardless of which project you're currently editing, so you have to import each clip only once to make it available to any project. The downside of this approach is that your iMovie Events folder, which contains all your imported DV footage, can quickly grow to ginormous proportions—DV files are big . One solution to this dilemma is Nik Friedman's iMovie '08 Library Compressor 1.2 ( ; free). This AppleScript-based utility uses the H.264 codec to compress the DV files in your iMovie Events folder; since iMovie '08 supports H.264 video, you can still use these smaller files in your projects.
Gateway Plugs Phenom Into Two New Media-Friendly Desktops
With a Phenom 9600 processor, the GM5664 is oriented toward users interested in extreme gaming, digital photo and video editing, watching TV or movies and storing a massive media library. In addition to the hybrid optical drive, the machine features an integrated analog/digital TV tuner with remote control that lets consumers watch, pause and record their favorite live programming. Free WiFi Hotspot Locator from TechNewsWorldWondering where to find the nearest publicly available WiFi Internet access? Our global directory of more than 100,000 locations in 26 countries is a terrific tool for mobile computer users. .
Soundtrack 1.0
Apple's Soundtrack made its debut last June, as part of the massive video-editing bundle Final Cut Pro 4. But now the same Soundtrack software is available as a stand-alone product. This puts Soundtrack within reach of video editors, Web designers, and content providers who don't need the rest of the Final Cut Pro 4 package. Soundtrack 1.0.1 is a fun program based on sound loops. It lets you quickly create original, royalty-free music for video and multimedia projects. It requires at least a 500MHz Power Mac, Mac OS X 10.2.5, and 5GB of available hard-drive space. Apple's official specs say that you can install the program with a CD and that the sound loops, called Apple Loops, on the included DVD are optional, but this isn't really the case. Soundtrack's entire appeal lies in the fact that it lets you mix and match the 4GB of material it provides.
Category: Innovation
Between the Lines Latest Post | Last 10 Posts | Archives Offline Webtop access: Is it really a game changer? Posted in: General Software Infrastructure Web Technology Google Innovation The biggest thing this week in the world of Web software has been offline access, but it remains to be seen whether this is a real game changer or just a must-have addition that closes gaps with desktop software. At this week's Mix conference in Las Vegas the rich internet application announcements are fast and furious. But most efforts seem to be coalescing around offline access, which keeps Web apps useful even when there's no connectivity. To wit: Google has announced that it is taking Google Gears to mobile.
ELECTION 2008/Short takes: MCA target of hate mail
SEREMBAN: SMSes discrediting the state MCA candidates and party leadership are being circulated in an attempt to disrupt the unity and stability of the party, MCA president Datuk Seri Ong Ka Ting said yesterday. He did not discount the possibility that discontented members could be responsible.
Candidates son arrested
KULIM: Police detained the son of an opposition parliamentary candidate
on Tuesday. Kedah police chief Datuk Syed Ismail Syed Azizan said the 24-
year-old was picked up for allegedly causing a public nuisance in Jalan Kulim about 7.30pm. The man was released after giving a statement. Meanwhile, the candidate said his son was only trying to disperse a crowd when police picked him up.
Polls discount on teh tarik
KUCHING: A restaurant owner has come up with a election promotion that
offers 50 per cent discount on a glass of teh tarik and roti canai.
Investigate the farm owners
We already pay for fire protection, why should the businesses have to pay again? The city of Oceanside, Carlsbad and San Marcos provide fire inspecting no charge. My fire inspection cost me, like most other businesses, $30. Restaurants paid $150 and more. Multiply that by every business in Vista. Talk about a stimulus plan.You don't think city government is trying to bail us out of this financial mess they've gotten us into? As for me, I don't intend to pay it. I hope the rest of the Vista business owners feel and do the same. Keep in mind we already pay for the service, fire protection.Robert MartinezVistaCoverage astoundsThe North County Times' coverage of Oceanside government continues to astound ("Oceanside facing $2M budget gap," Feb. 10). You quoted Mr. Kern regarding a possible budget shortage, as saying, "If you're the pot hole guy, we may not have the money to fill every pot hole." Wow.
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