The power of Apple

News flash: users wanting to get their hands on the new iPhone manage, because of their sheer numbers, to crash Apple and AT&T websites.

Who would have thought, 10 years ago, that a new phone would someday cause a virtual stampede.

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Making on the iPad

One of the many wonders of the iPad is the large amount of software already available.

Tens of thousands of apps already.

Of special interest is software that helps you make music and art.

David Hockney, famous artist, draws and paints on his iPad.

There are virtual keyboards for music, plus many other music playing and accessory apps.

Are we Hypermiling yet?

Unsurprisingly, given the recent spike in gasoline prices, as well as concern over environmental damage, interest in Hypermiling has also spiked. Hypermiling means getting the best fuel efficiency, preferably above the EPA average, for your vehicle.

Everyday drivers can do it by modifying driving behaviors– accelerate more slowly, slow naturally before braking, and find the car’s best cruising speeds.

Of course, there are handy gadgets to help you here. These two connect to the onboard computer in newer cars.

ScanGauge helps you monitor such things as your best MPG speeds in realtime. Just don’t get so caught up you forget to watch the road.
ScanGauge II 3-in-1 Compact Multifunction Vehicle Computer with Customizable Display

DashDyno SPD is a more expensive and useful onboard monitor.
Auterra A-501 DashDyno SPD ProPack – Scan Tool, Performance Meter, and Data Logger

You can also change how you maintain and modify your vehicle, such as changing tires, keeping them at the right pressure and alignment, and using the proper type of fuel.

Hypermiling has also become a major recreational event, especially among hybrid car owners.

As usual, wikipedia knows a lot, and will be quite happy to tell you: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypermiling