Daily Archives: May 27, 2012

Hitch a ride through Google’s cloud

Hitch a ride through Google’s cloud

Google animation shows what happens when Gmail users press send. Behind the scenes are secured and energy-efficient data centers designed to optimize server usage and end-user performance. Google’s data centers share computing resources across multiple locations, a design that’s more energy-efficient and delivers speedy app performance. (Credit: Screen capture by Martin LaMonica/CNET) Your Gmail box … Continued

‘True Blood,’ ‘Twilight’ Sink Teeth Into Social Media [INFOGRAPHIC]

‘True Blood,’ ‘Twilight’ Sink Teeth Into Social Media [INFOGRAPHIC]

TV critics predict True Blood, the hit HBO series about vampires and other superhuman characters, will dominate conversations online this summer. And while the show’s plot is responsible for driving much of the dialogue across social networks, True Blood‘s social media tactics to engage viewers propels the buzz to another level. Competing vampire brands Twilight … Continued

This Adorable ‘Lip-Dub’ Marriage Proposal Is Worth Watching Now [VIRAL VIDEO]

This Adorable ‘Lip-Dub’ Marriage Proposal Is Worth Watching Now [VIRAL VIDEO]

It seems as though there’s a new viral marriage proposal every week, but this delightful “lip-dub” effort from a Portland actor who called in some help from family and friends is unlike anything we’ve ever seen. On Wednesday May 23, Isaac Lamb surprised his girlfriend Amy — a choreographer with a Broadway dancing background — … Continued

12 Fantastic Memorial Day Weekend Instagram Shots [PHOTOS]

12 Fantastic Memorial Day Weekend Instagram Shots [PHOTOS]

Celebrating Memorial Day A collection of photos from Memorial Day celebrations. Courtesy @melissa_marlow Airport Decorations Chicago O’Hare International Airport is decked out in the Stars and Stripes to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. Courtesy @thenugespeaks Jones Beach Air Show A beautiful shot from the Jones Beach Air Show on Long Island, New York Courtesy @justjoanie Paying … Continued

Nokia delivers live traffic, geocoding to Bing

Nokia delivers live traffic, geocoding to Bing

The company says Bing Maps will offer traffic information in 24 countries around the world. A look at Bing Maps powered by Nokia’s services.(Credit: Nokia) Nokia has brought a couple of its location-based services to Bing Maps. The company announced yesterday that Bing Maps users will now have traffic information available to them from Nokia’s … Continued