Daily Archives: July 3, 2012

Solmeta N3 geotagging module for Nikon DSLR review: fast GPS locks, minimal battery drain

Solmeta N3 geotagging module for Nikon DSLR review: fast GPS locks, minimal battery drain

There’s a reason “Nikon GP-1 alternative” is a search phrase that finds its way into Google’s simplistic query box frequently. Put simply, the only GPS add-on with Nikon’s name on it is universally seen as a poor purchasing decision. For one, it’s still right around $200… despite the fact that it’s pushing four years old. … Continued

Google offers to settle with EU over antitrust gripes, olive branch now fully extended

Google offers to settle with EU over antitrust gripes, olive branch now fully extended

Google knows that there’s a looming EU antitrust lawsuit if it doesn’t volunteer some kind of change to its search practices, so it’s not entirely surprising that chairman Eric Schmidt has sent a letter offering a settlement to the European Commission’s competition chief Joaquin Almunia. The details of just what that potential truce entails are … Continued

Will Visual Portfolios Replace Traditional Online Resumes?

Will Visual Portfolios Replace Traditional Online Resumes?

The Spark of Genius Series highlights a unique feature of startups and is made possible by Microsoft BizSpark. If you would like to have your startup considered for inclusion, please see the details here. Name: Pathbrite Quick Pitch: Pathbrite offers students and young job seekers a way to present their accomplishments holistically online. Genius Idea: … Continued

Facebook Adds Same-Sex Marriage Icons for Couples

Facebook Adds Same-Sex Marriage Icons for Couples

Facebook has introduced a new Timeline feature that allows same-sex couples to declare their marriage status on the site with icons that best reflect the relationship, rather than the standard icon of a bride and a groom used for straight couples. The feature was first noticed over the weekend when Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes married … Continued