Apr 11
Wireless sync is a convenient feature for getting content onto or off of your mobile device. However, the types of apps that come with your gadget that enable this feature vary greatly in their quality and ease of use.
This issue is especially apparent for Android devices. Today’s post examines a third party app from the Google play store that offers an easy-to-use solution for your syncing needs. Read more
OS X only: I’ve been a fan of iTunes ever since I got my first Mac. For the first time, I had found an application that handled the purchase, organization, and playback of a variety of different content with aplomb. Yet, I have found myself being attracted to the abundance of new, online music streaming services.
Usually free (or freemium), these services provide different ways for you to discover new music and access your tunes no matter where you are. The downside is that I now have multiple applications on my computer for listening to music, and they often conflict with each other for control of the playback function keys on my keyboard. In addition, it’s a hassle to have to switch back and forth between each app.
I want one application to rule them all. Can Simplify address these issues? Read more
Most people have a deep-seated appreciation for music, and how we consume and think about our favorite tunes is changing. Instead of exclusively buying/ripping CDs or purchasing tracks online through marketplaces like iTunes or Amazon MP3, many of us now supplement, or flat out replace, traditional sources of music with online, streaming services (e.g., Pandora, Rdio, Spotify, MOG).
With so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to utilize all these services have to offer, especially since millions of Internet users put a significant amount of their online time into social networks, like Facebook.
Good old Zucks feels your pain and now gives you an excellent way to get the best of all worlds with minimal compromise. Read more
OS X only: Pandora is an excellent, online music service that enables you to create custom radio stations and stream your favorite tunes through a web browser or through the apps they provide for popular mobile operating systems, such as iOS and Android.
Although the basic service is free, you can enjoy higher quality streams without intrusive ads for a nominal fee ($36 per year), referred to as Pandora One. In addition, you get access to their desktop client, which enables you to control Pandora through a native application for your operating system.
If you enjoy using the service and have the requisite funds, I highly recommend upgrading, but if your financial situation is tight and you want to enjoy the benefits of a native desktop Pandora experience, give Pianopub a try. Read more
iOS: If you are an iOS user that loves music and wants additional ways to share and discover your favorite tunes/artists, you may be interested in a new app called SoundShare. Read more
OS X only: On a Mac, iTunes is a multimedia powerhouse that adeptly handles a variety of content, from movies and music, to Internet radio and podcasts. If you have ever desired more control over how you interact with this redoubtable application, check this tip out. Read more
While iTunes has some serious tools available to help you rate and categorize your music, most people probably do not take the time to utilize these features. For example, if you rate your music with stars, you can create playlists that only contain the highest-rated tracks and sync only those to your iOS device.
Today’s tip will show you how to get comparable functionality without having to go through the trouble of evaluating your massive, music library. Read more
Oct 19
Most Android phones either come with an SD card or give you the option to install one. Expanding your device’s storage space in this manner can be a great way to store more music, photos and other media, while simultaneously preserving your device’s internal memory for applications and user data.
Before you can start utilizing a new SD card, it will need to be formatted. Fortunately, Android has this capability built-in and it is a relatively painless process to accomplish. Read more
Mac only: Although there are a variety of third-party solutions available, Mac OS X comes with capable, built-in search functionality. With a little know-how, it can be used to perform a variety of different functions and is often an underutilized tool for the average Mac user. Today, we are going to become more familiar with OS X’s Spotlight. Read more
Although the need for entertainment during long journeys may be greatest at the holidays, many people have a diurnal commute and would benefit from better-utilizing their tech to stay amused. Justin from How-To Geek has collected some excellent tips on how to fulfill this sometimes neglected function of personal computers. Read more
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