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Chit Chat: Facebook Chat program for Windows

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Chit Chat Facebook IM ClientIf you’re tired of logging into Facebook’s website in order to use the chat feature, then you have a number of options, in the way of desktop programs that let you chat with your Facebook friends.

One such client program is Chit Chat, which is dedicated to Facebook Chat. This is a reasonably lightweight application (about 15-25MB RAM when active) for Windows XP/Vista/7. It will let you know if your connection gets dropped and what the errors are.

Of course, if you’re still a multi-platform Instant Messenger user, we would still recommend that you get something like Trillian, Digsby, Pidgin or meebo, which support Facebook as well as older IM platforms like Yahoo, AIM, ICQ, etc. But if you’re new to chat/IM, and are a heavy Facebooker, then Chit Chat is better suited app for you.

Facebook may still be battling its members regarding its privacy policy, but they certainly made a very smart move when they decided to capitalize on their enormous user base and implement a chat function.

Win an ESET NOD32 AntiVirus 4 license

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ESET NOD32Anti-virus is a must have piece of software if you own a computer, and ESET’s NOD32 is one of the top choices for home users. It’s not a free application, but if you act now, you have a chance to win one of 10 licenses that our friends at Tech Paul are giving away this week.

Even if you don’t enter the contest, Tech Paul is worth a visit (or two!).

PS> Don’t mess around if you don’t have an AV program already – get one. Now! There are free ones as well that get the basic job done – we like AVG.

Rē App turns your iPhone or iPod touch into a Universal Remote Control

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Re Universal Remote iPhone app/accessoryThe NewKinetix Rē iPhone accessory together with the Rē App turns your iPhone or iPod touch into a Universal Remote Control. If you haven’t gotten a decent universal remote (like the Logitech Harmony), then consider outfitting your iPhone.

The accessory plugs into your iPhone’s connector and the Rē App (free download from the App Store) makes setup easy with its database of IR codes so you don’t need to manually program it based on your other remotes. The app allows for macros so you for example, program one-button for turning on the TV, cable box, and DVR all in one go.

Maintain favorite lists, channels and take your universal remote anywhere you go.

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Price: $69.99
(Please note prices are subject to change and the listed price is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of posting)

Review: Dymo Printable Postage Sheets and Software

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Endicia/Dymo has a new combination product for printing USPS postage from the comfort of your own home. Called Printable Postage, its 2 main components are a free piece of software for Windows/Mac and the Printable Postage sheets. You also need an Endicia/Dymo account where you can buy USPS postage for printing to the sheets.

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A Cool Data Visualization Tool

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I was searching for stats on web browser market share and came across this very cool visualization of the data created by Axiis, which is an open source data visualization framework. Unfortunately, the data is only current up to Aug 2009, but you should still hit the link and mouseover to see how it works and displays additional data.

Gmail Labs rolls out Message Sneak Peek and Nested Labels

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gmail nested labelsMore Gmail Labs goodies. First up is the Message Sneak Peek which when enabled, lets you preview a message without having to open them first. There is either a keyboard shortcut (‘h’) or you can right-click. Strangely enough, this only worked in Firefox for me and not Chrome.

Next is the much desired and anticipated Nested Labels which mimics hierarchical folders in traditional e-mail and file systems. Although already offered in extensions like Better Gmail, many folks wanted it built-in and/or offered directly by Google, as the extensions tended to break from time to time when Gmail was updated.

Review: PixyMe iPhone app

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Chicago company Tukaiz has turned its image personalization technology into the obvious consumer application, an iPhone app! Called PixyMe, this mobile app lets you place names into images and photographs, and in some cases with a great degree of realism.

We took the app through its paces, and found it easy to use, smooth and all without following any directions. The image you see was produced in a matter of seconds using PixyMe.

You can e-mail images you create as well as post images to your Facebook account. One nice additional feature is the ability to create and send postcards (get them printed and mailed out by PixyMe for $1.99) with both front and back images and decorations. Now you don’t even need to go looking for postcards when you’re on vacation – just take a photo wherever you are and create customized postcards every time.

For $1.99, this is a fun and useful app, and if you’re an avid postcard’er, we totally recommend it.

(Disclaimer: Gizmos for Geeks received a complimentary review copy of this product.)

Multitasking finally comes to the iPhone OS

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iphone os 4 multitaskingAs anticipated, iPhone OS 4 will get multitasking. Apple is touting over 100 new features as well in this version. iPhone OS 4 will work with iPhone 3G and 3GS and iPod touches from late 2008 and newer. The iPad will get this update in Fall.

What else comes to your iPhone this summer? Of note: a unified e-mail inbox, iBooks, and folder organization for apps (at last). If you’re a developer, then you’ll get another way to monetize your apps via iAd, Apple’s new ad platform for iPhone apps.

If you’d like to see Steve Jobs’ full keynote, you can at Apple’s website.

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