Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Google makes ultra-fast internet a reality with Google Fiber - All Tech - Atlanta Computer Dude

Google makes ultra-fast internet a reality with Google Fiber - All Tech - Atlanta Computer Dude

Monday, July 30, 2012

Make Your Social Networking Profitable With AdGoggle - Social Media - Atlanta Computer Dude

Make Your Social Networking Profitable With AdGoggle - Social Media - Atlanta Computer Dude

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Samsung Galaxy Note AT&T SGH-I717 Support - Device does not support software upgrading via Kies - Android - Atlanta Computer Dude

Samsung Galaxy Note AT&T SGH-I717 Support - Device does not support software upgrading via Kies - Android - Atlanta Computer Dude

Click the link above to read full article.


Samsung Galaxy Note AT&T SGH-I717 Support Device does not support software upgrading via Kies
Well that doesn't mean the world will end, or that facebook will melt because the ice cream sandwich (ICS) apocalypse has arrived. I had the same issue and fixed it. I have included some instructions and links below.
I717UCLF6 Original ICS 4.0.4 Stock Firmware Samsung Galaxy Note AT&T SGH-I717
I717UCLF6/I717ATTLF6/I717UCLF6/I717UCLF6 latest AT&T Samsung Galaxy NOTE SGH-I717 Official Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich Software Update from Kies.
Here’s the firmware info:
Device: Samsung Galaxy Note SGH-I717
Country: USA
Carrier: AT&T
Product Code: ATT
Latest firmware: I717UCLF6/I717ATTLF6/I717UCLF6/I717UCLF6
PDA: I717UCLF6
CSC: I717ATTLF6
MODEM: I717UCLF6
Android version: v4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich
Build: 6/26/2012 10:55:43 AM
For advance users, testers, modders and developers out there you can have a look, test or do some cooking using the original stock ROM: I717UCLF6 Original Stock ICS 4.0.4 Firmware .
Odin3_v3.07USB Driver
How to manually install I717UCLF6 ICS 4.0.4 Stock ROM Samsung Galaxy Note SGH-I717
- Back-up all important data stored from the device
- Make sure the battery is fully charge
- Use PC runs with Windows OS and good USB serial port
- Grab stock ROM, USB driver and Odin
- Extract the downloaded stock Firmware
1) Run Odin
2) Click on the PDA button, then load the I717UCLF6_I717ATTLF6_I717UCLF6_HOME.tar.md5 (This file is found only after it is unzipped)
3) The “Re-partition” checkbox SHOULD NOT be checked **Important**
4) Reboot the Galaxy Note in Download Mode: Turn it off > (Press Volume Down+Home+Power button) then Press Volume Up when the Warning message appear
5) Connect the phone to PC, using the supplied USB cable
6) Hit “START” button to begin flashing
7) Wait until the flashing finishes (DO NOT ever interrupt the process once already started)
Make factory reset after completely rebooted if ever encountered bootloops
Enjoy!
Disclaimer

Friday, July 6, 2012

FBI says no interwebs on Monday, July 9th, 2012. How will we function? - All Tech - Atlanta Computer Dude

It’s the end of the world as we know it, at least for a day.  The FBI has announced it has found DNS Malware on several domains and will be shutting down the affected sites Monday, July 9th.  This is the result of a two year investigation called Operation Ghost Click, which the FBI arrested six Estonians who had crafted a sophisticated fraud ring targeting the advertising industry.  What does this mean for the everyday Joe?  It means you could be playing Solitaire at work on Monday instead of making sales. Also, for those who were born after 1995, you will get a glimpse of the “old world”.  Don’t be surprised to see horse and cart in the streets, rotary dial phones, and soft serve ice cream.

Some of us will be without internet while infected servers are shut down and scrubbed clean.
This will afford the infected some time to gather into a horde and prey upon the living, I mean uninfected.  Want to know if you’re infected?  Visit http://www.dns-ok.us/ to find out.  This article will be updated periodically with releases from media and the FBI, so keep checking back.
A list of other check tools are also listed on the official DNSChanger Check-up site.

FBI says no interwebs on Monday, July 9th, 2012. How will we function? - All Tech - Atlanta Computer Dude

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Forget Siri – Robin for Android - The future of voice recognition or another failed attempt? - Android - Atlanta Computer Dude

Forget Siri – Robin for Android - The future of voice recognition or another failed attempt? - Android - Atlanta Computer Dude


A brief review of Robin: The future of voice recognition or another failed attempt?
By Brandon Ross
Android  has been frantically trying to compete with Apple’s Siri since the release of iPhone 4s.  We now have Robin, advertised by some as a “Siri Killer”.  Shortly after downloading Robin from Google Play, most will spend half an hour asking the program obscure, suggestive, and/or meaningless questions.  This can be a great source of entertainment, being Robin has its own programmed Easter Eggs.  The famed “Where to hide a body” question Siri will assist with, Robin suggests you continue using Siri for this line of work.  So, if you are an apprentice assassin, stick with your iPhone 4s.  Robin’s real claim to fame is as a driver’s new best friend.  Robin can find gas stations nearby and quote the prices.  You can ask Robin to find the nearest Shell station and follow it up with “Lets go there”, prompting an immediate navigation screen with proper directions.
The following examples were my actual test questions  and the responses from Robin.  There are certain areas, as you will see, the program shines and lots left to be desired.
Question 1: Who is Daniel Day-Lewis?
Answer: (In subtitled speech) Daniel Day-Lewis, Born 1957, a British born Irish actor.
Comments: Robin had a basic understanding of what I was asking.  There are no profile cards or Google search results to compliment Robin’s findings.  If you really didn’t know who Daniel Day-Lewis was, you’d still be left in the cold.

Question 2: Where is the nearest PetSmart?
Answer: Looking for PetSmart.  Followed immediately with pin drop locations on the map, highlighting the location nearest me.
Follow-up: Lets go there!  Robin gave exact directions to the PetSmart I asked for.
*Note: I used PetSmart as an example because the wife was nagging me about buying our dog more treats.  Apparently, 6 bags of random goodies aren’t enough.

Being from the Atlanta area, I decided to deviate from the suburbs and began asking questions pertaining to activities/locations I enjoy during the weekend.

Question 3: Give me directions to Turner Field (Home of the Atlanta Braves).
Answer: “Sorry, I couldn’t understand give me directions to Turner Field.
Follow-up: You can’t be serious....
Ok, so Robin is relatively new and is still needing some updates, retooling, etc.  I’ll let that one slide.

Question 4: Give me directions to The Georgia Aquarium.
Answer: Here are aquariums in Georgia.  (Not exactly what I was looking for, but found the pin drop for the Georgia Aquarium.)

In conclusion, Robin can be a nifty resource for certain queries.  This program certainly is not revolutionary and shouldn’t be considered an equal to Siri.  Good news is coming for Android users, though.  With the release of the Jelly Bean firmware, Google Search is primed to destroy anything on the market to date.  I have included a video of Siri vs. Google Search from TechnoBuffalo below.

Monday, July 2, 2012

CT-580 Mesh Back Executive Chair $545.45 $436.36 You Save: $109.09

CT-580 Mesh Back Executive Chair


CT-580 Mesh Back Executive Chair


  • Seat with recessed channel creates a "floating spine" reducing spinal disk compression as well as providing other multiple benefits.
  • Flat seat design allows for even body weight distribution helping to prevent hip joint pain. 
  • Upholstered with a unique "Web" mesh material which allows air to pass through, adding to long-term comfort by preventing body heat and moisture build up.
  • The "Web" back distributes weight evenly, and provides the perfect level of back support by conforming to each individual's back shape.
  • The seat surface and the outer back areas are upholstered with genuine LeatherPlus.
  • Pneumatic gas lift seat height adjustment.
  • Adjustable tilt tension Large 27" nylon base for greater stability.
  • Hooded double wheel casters.
  • Adjustable heights armrests.
  • Seat Size: 19-1/8" x 19-1/8"
  • Weight Capacity: 250lbs

CT-580 Mesh Back Executive Chair

CT-580 Mesh Back Executive Chair


CT-580 Mesh Back Executive Chair


  • Seat with recessed channel creates a "floating spine" reducing spinal disk compression as well as providing other multiple benefits.
  • Flat seat design allows for even body weight distribution helping to prevent hip joint pain. 
  • Upholstered with a unique "Web" mesh material which allows air to pass through, adding to long-term comfort by preventing body heat and moisture build up.
  • The "Web" back distributes weight evenly, and provides the perfect level of back support by conforming to each individual's back shape.
  • The seat surface and the outer back areas are upholstered with genuine LeatherPlus.
  • Pneumatic gas lift seat height adjustment.
  • Adjustable tilt tension Large 27" nylon base for greater stability.
  • Hooded double wheel casters.
  • Adjustable heights armrests.
  • Seat Size: 19-1/8" x 19-1/8"
  • Weight Capacity: 250lbs

How to update Galaxy Note (AT&T SGH-I717) to Android 4.0.3 With UCLD3 - Android - Atlanta Computer Dude

How to update Galaxy Note (AT&T SGH-I717) to Android 4.0.3 With UCLD3 - Android - Atlanta Computer Dude


For those who have been (im)patiently waiting to take a bite out of AT&T’s release of their bloated version of Ice Cream Sandwich(ICS) for the Samsung Galaxy Note, we have the solution!  This version of ICS does not contain bloatware AT&T is notorious for (U-Verse, for example).  Here are the step by step instructions and a preparation checklist to get ICS on your Samsung Galaxy Note; If you have the European release (N700), do yourself a favor and click here!  For those who are still reading (SGH-I717) users only!), let’s get to it!