Barrier Reef Street View

Want to take a walk through the Great Barrier Reef?
Interesting pictures of the Google team photographing the Great Barrier Reef so that you will be able to make your own virtual dive.

How Google is mapping the Great Barrier Reef, in pictures | News.com.au:

Google Drive FAQ

A good introduction to Google Drive ...
The article below is a good overall description of Google Drive. So if you want your free 5GB in the "cloud" then it is worth a read!

The Google Drive FAQ | Internet & Media - CNET News:

Windows 8 vs RT

Differences between Windows 8 and RT again ...
I think there will need to be a degree course in the differences between Windows 8 and Windows RT! A wonderful challenge for Microsoft marketing.

Seven things to consider for a Windows tablet: Come Oct. 26, when Microsoft is set to stage a release party in New York City, consumers may have to choose between a tablet with Windows 8 or Windows RT. The operating systems look and feel the same, but devices will differ on performance, price, battery life, usage and application support.

Windows RT: FAQ

Another example of Microsoft Marketing chaos ...
I think Windows RT (vs Windows 8) is going to cause tremendous confusion in the marketplace, especially when consumers purchase the first Windows RT tablets assuming that they have bought the functionality of the full Windows 8 OS.

Windows RT: FAQ: The "lite" version of Windows 8, known as Windows RT, remains the biggest unknown for many coming to the new OS. Here's our guide to what Windows RT is, how it's different from Windows 8 and WinRT, and what it all means.

iPad Mini Next Week

The iPad Mini is on the way ...
If, after all the rumours, Apple doesn't launch an iPad Mini it is going to be a huge disappointment!

Apple 'to launch iPad mini next week ': APPLE is sending out invitations to reporters for an event next Tuesday, where it's expected to announce the release of a smaller iPad.

Google's Street View Cars

Have you seen vehicles like these in your neighbourhood ...
I am sure I have seen their three wheeler around Cherrybrook!

Get a glimpse of Google's Street View cars: Take a look at the cars responsible for capturing Google's Street View imagery.

Google Data Centres

I frequently get asked "Where are the Google computers"? ...
This article might answer the question. Colourful installations aren't they?

Google reveals 'secret' data centres: GOOGLE has opened a fascinating virtual window into its secretive data centres, where a maze of computers process internet search requests.

Windows 8 Pricing

For those interested in knowing ...
This FAQ answers many questions related to the price of Windows 8 software.

FAQ: The ins and out of Windows 8 pricing: Microsoft and its retail partners revealed a few more details about Windows 8 pricing, clarifying what the Redmond, Wash., developer has purposefully left muddy in the months leading up to its release next week. We try to answer the most-pressing questions.

Windows 8 vs Windows 7

So after the last few posts, just what are the differences ...
This Techradar article by Dan Grabham gives you the 8 key differences.

Updated: Windows 8 vs Windows 7: 8 ways it's different:

Samsung's Windows 8 PCs

Samsung's solution to the missing Start button ...
I guess Samsung will not be the only manufacturer re-inventing the Start button!

Start menu resurfaces on Samsung's Windows 8 PCs: A Quick Starter feature available for Samsung's Windows 8 computers and tablets offers both a Start button and a toolbar.