Samsung downplays LG's new 3D TV

SUWON, Gyeonggi Province ― Debates concerning the competitive edge of leading three dimensional (3D) TV technology are flaring up. 3D has already emerged as the next big thing for TV majors, which are eager to find their next revenue source. With help from Japan's Sony, Samsung Electronics is pushing its shutter glass (SG) 3D technology Its biggest cross-town rival LG is hoping to break the current Samsung lead by promoting film-type patterned retarder (FPR) 3D technology. LG's FPR has been known to have some merits in terms of little flicker or cross-talk ― the major criticisms of SG. But the chief of Samsung's TV division stated that FPR is outdated. "LG Electronics is saying that its FPR is the next technology in the 3D world, but that isn’t right since it was developed in the 1930s," said Yoon Boo-keun, who leads Samsung's TV business, Thursday. Samsung launched a new line of full high-definition (HD) 3D TVs that help viewers get better access to online content and use social networking services at its R&D compound in Suwon, on the outskirts of Seoul. "The film-based technology would give some advantages in cost, but that's all. FPR won't realize full HD images as it has technological limitations, limiting its use to small-sized digital devices," said the TV chief. Excessive flicker has been the source of complaints for eye fatigue and poor picture quality, as well as health concerns such as photosensitive epilepsy. Samsung’s Yoon said it’s seeing substantial improvements in diminishing the flicker. "Cross-talk and flicker were cited as the disadvantages of SG, but we did make a significant improvement. Viewers will see clear and comfortable 3D images thanks to the updates," added the executive. FPR clip-on shades are available for prescription glasses, replacing the need to wear two sets of glasses with SG displays. SG glasses are being questioned for the restriction of flexible head movement, which cause the glasses to go dark, while FPR technology allows users a fuller range of movement such as lying down on a sofa without losing the 3D picture, according to evaluations in the market. "Samsung also boosted the comfort of its glasses. Let's see what happens," Yoon told reporters by reiterating its virtual win for edge-lit-based LCD televisions with light-emitting diode (LED) as backlight over full LCD LED TV by its local rival. "Media reports say the top two TV firms have been involved in heavy fights for the 'standardization war' in 3D technology. What's important is receiving favorable reviews from consumers," said the TV chief. "I want to recommend consumers buy both SG-based and FPR-based 3D TVs and compare the specifications." A senior LG Electronics spokesman declined to comment. 3D expansion During the press conference, Yoon said Samsung will strengthen the tie-up with content providers to further boost its 3D TV-related businesses. Samsung said it is planning to release a 3D video-on-demand (VOD) service starting from next month, allowing users to gain access to full high definition 3D versions of around 50 videos. According to research firms, Samsung claimed over half of the 3D TV market in the United States and Europe last year, at 62.9 percent and 56.4 percent, respectively. "It might be difficult for the TV industry to see drastic rises in terms of demand. We will focus on quality not quantity," said the company executive. Asked about this year's sales targets, Yoon said Samsung will maintain its target at 45 million ― 22 million from LCD LED TVs, 18 million from LCDs and 5 million from plasma TVs. "Markets say the targets were quite conservative, but this year will be crucial for Samsung to see qualified growth. We have no reason to sell more by enduring a decline in profit margins," the head said. Samsung said its advanced TV line, which comes in 46-inch and 55-inch, is part of its attempt to grab a larger share of the blooming smart TV market. Samsung aims to sell 12 million Web-connectivity TVs this year. The global demand for 3D televisions will soar this year as more customized content and lineups are forecast.  source. http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/tech/2011/02/133_81582.html

Google Docs adds preview for Apple's Pages

Google has added the ability to preview additional files within Google Docs. Among the list of new file types is Apple Pages. What does this mean? Well, it means that you’re able to have somebody send an Apple Pages file, upload it to Google Docs and view it, even if you’re on a non-Apple device.
Once you upload the file you’ll be able to see a preview of the document including colors, images, font-sizes, tables, charts, and even shapes.

The images are not as crisp as the originals, as shown below, but it does get the job done regardless. The first screenshot is the original, while the second screenshot is from Google Docs.

source. http://www.macgasm.net/2011/02/21/google-docs-adds-preview-apples-pages/

Documentation is used to visually plan

 Documentation is used to visually plan the site while taking into account the purpose, audience and content, to design the site structure, content and interactions that are most suitable for the website. Documentation may be considered a prototype for the website – a model which allows the website layout to be reviewed, resulting in suggested changes, improvements and/or enhancements. This review process increases the likelihood of success of the website.

The first step may involve information architecture in which the content is categorized and the information structure is formulated. The information structure is used to develop a document or visual diagram called a site map. This creates a visual of how the web pages or content will be interconnected, and may help in deciding what content will be placed on what pages.

In addition to planning the structure, the layout and interface of individual pages may be planned using a storyboard. In the process of storyboarding, a record is made of the description, purpose and title of each page in the site, and they are linked together according to the most effective and logical diagram type. Depending on the number of pages required for the website, documentation methods may include using pieces of paper and drawing lines to connect them, or creating the storyboard using computer software.

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Go Daddy was founded in 1997 as Jomax Technologies by Bob Parsons, who previously founded the software development company Parsons Technology, Inc. The company changed its name to GoDaddy in 1999 when a group of employees were brainstorming on a more memorable name than Jomax Technologies. Someone said, "How about Big Daddy?" A quick check revealed that the Internet domain of that name was taken. Then Parsons said, "How about GoDaddy?" The name was available, so he bought it.[7] CEO Bob Parsons states the company stuck with the name because it made people smile and remember it.[7]

Go Daddy has grown to become the largest ICANN-accredited registrar on the Internet.[8] In 2001, soon after Network Solutions was no longer the only place to register a domain, Go Daddy was approximately the same size as competitors Dotster and eNom.[9] In April 2005 it surpassed Network Solutions in market share in terms of total domain names registered.

In 2002, Go Daddy sued VeriSign for domain slamming[10] and again in 2003 over its Site Finder service.[11] This latter suit caused controversy over VeriSign's role as the sole maintainer of the .com and the .net top-level domains. VeriSign shut down Site Finder after receiving a letter from ICANN ordering it to comply with a request to disable the service.[12] In 2006, GoDaddy was sued by Web.com for patent infringement.[13][14]

In 2007 and 2008, the company lobbied in favor of legislation that would crack down on unscrupulous online pharmacies and child predators.[15][16]

In March 2010 Go Daddy stopped registering .CN domains (China) due to the high amount of personal information that is required to register in that country. Some called it a public relations campaign, since it closely followed Google's revolt in China.[17]