There’s no denying that Apple’s iTunes has been a huge success online. By offering seamless integration with the Apple iPod and iPhone, the downloadable iTunes software is easy to use and allows music lovers to download single songs or complete albums with just a few clicks.
Amazon Puts the Squeeze on iTunes
Target Begins “Recycling” Electronic Gadgets
You hear a lot of talk about recycling these days, but until now, Americans haven’t heard much about the recycling of electronic gadgets. Target is testing a new electronics recycling program, under the name “pre-owned electronics.”
Moonstones - Feminine and Seductive Gemstones
Moonstones have their origin in Sri Lanka although some specimens are found in India, where it is considered to be a sacred stone. The enchantment of the moonstone comes from the mysterious gleam of light that it emits. The shimmer changes color when the stone is moved. In ancient times it is believed that the light comes from the moon, hence the name. Moonstones are a kind of feldspar called adularia and the changes in color are called adularescence, which is attributed to the intergrowth of two different feldspars having different refractive indices. Since the indices are different, when light strikes the stone, it is refracted, scattered and reflected in different angles. As the stone is rotated, the angle of refraction and reflection changes, resulting in the fascinating shimmer of light. This also explains why the best gleam may be seen only at a particular setting or angle.
Current Recalls and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
It seems that every day there is a new recall taking place. Whether it is the dangers of E Coli bacteria, excessive amounts of lead, or dangers or items exploding, breaking, or causing serious harm it is important to be aware of the recalls that are currently being issued.
Fake Sports Tickets Getting Harder to Spot
With the price of major sporting event tickets getting higher every year, sports fans can sometimes get desperate to see the game, without breaking the bank. Perhaps this explains the recent rise of fake sports tickets in the US. Major league baseball, in particular, has been plagued with a rash of fake ticket scalpers this past season. The problem was especially severe during the World Series, with police making several arrests, and some fans turned away at the gate for having fake tickets.
Google’s GPhone Arrives - Android Open Source Mobile Phone OS
After many months of speculation and rumor, this week Google has unveiled its new “GPhone,” except it not actually a phone–it’s something much more. Google is planning a global alliance of mobile phone manufacturers, computer programmers, and wireless service carriers, all united in the cause of developing a new generation of wireless technology.
Cargill Recalls a Million Pounds of Ground Beef
Lately it seems you can’t go to the refrigerator or kitchen cabinet without needing to check labels or UPC codes to determine if your newest purchase has been recalled. Today, the super company, Cargill has announced that they are recalling one million pounds of ground beef that had been manufactured between October eighth and the eleventh. The meat was produced at the plant located in Wyalusing, Pennsylvania and is believed to be contaminated with the E Coli bacteria.
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