Items Tagged with Google
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#40 / 2013-01-31 08:00:00 / 5:27 min.
Steve Dotto presents five quick tips on how to get more out of Google Drive.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#33 / 2013-01-03 08:00:00 / 7:26 min.
Gmail has had a facelift with some new capabilities and a new compose window. You can now attach up to 10GB files! Steve Dotto takes you on a tour of the new features and shows you how to enable them.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#18 / 2012-11-22 07:00:00 / 7:41 min.
Google Forms is a surprisingly powerful form creation and data gathering tool. Steve Dotto guides you through the main features of Google Forms, and shows you how to make your first online form.
Lab Rats
#304 / 2012-06-19 15:45:13 / 14:19 min.
Google Drive is demystified in this episode of Lab Rats! Win 25GB of Storage with Google Drive at http://www.labratsland.com/contests
There's now a cloud storage solution from the mothership, Google. It's called Google Drive, and you can get to it by going to drive.google.com - you sign in with the same Google ID you use for Google + and Google Docs. Sean and Andy take you through the basics of Google Drive.
There's now a cloud storage solution from the mothership, Google. It's called Google Drive, and you can get to it by going to drive.google.com - you sign in with the same Google ID you use for Google + and Google Docs. Sean and Andy take you through the basics of Google Drive.
Lab Rats
#297 / 2012-05-01 19:45:24 / 13:56 min.
What's up with Android anyhow? This mobile operating system is growing in popularity, and there are tons of devices out there sporting Android...but it's a bit of a fragmented market, since everyone seems to be running different versions of the operating system! Sean and Andy talk about this sour note in a basket of sweetly-named versions of Android, and why it happens.
Lab Rats
#296 / 2012-04-24 19:45:21 / 12:45 min.
Google brought its new unified privacy policy into effect on March 1, 2012, but what does that mean for the average user? Should you worry that Google is reading the label on your underwear? And how can you protect yourself? Andy and Sean break it down and show you a few things you can do to make sure you don't give away too much of yourself online.
Using Google Maps on your Android phone
#1 / 2011-10-10 09:00:00 / 2:56 min.
In our first episode of this tutorial series, we'll introduce you to the
Maps application on your Android phone
. This app is free and comes pre-installed on your Android phone. You can use this app to get directions, pull up maps and, if you have a compass, see what direction you're facing, all of which can be very handy if you want to avoid getting lost.
Using Google Maps on your Android phone
#2 / 2011-10-10 09:00:00 / 4:37 min.
Google Maps is extremely helpful if you want to search for a business in your area or if you want to get detailed information on a particular business. Just open
Google Maps on your Android phone
and you can find contact information on a business, see hours of operation or even read reviews or contribute your own.
Lab Rats
#291 / 2011-10-03 17:00:00 / 21:18 min.
Do you like sweet mobile technology? How about chocolate? Well if you like both then you'll be doubly pleased as the Lab Rats explain how software keyboards work through interpretive chocolate smearings and quick wit. Laugh as Sean and Andy explain the difference between software keyboards on iPhones and Android phones and cringe as Andy tries to use chocolate-covered fingers to pick up his Nexus S.
Android Weekly
#32 / 2011-09-28 14:00:00 / 4:46 min.
In this week's episode, we catch up on the latest developments in the world of Android tablets. There's plenty of big news about, with Amazon announcing their own Fire tablet, an ASUS tablet with hardware keyboard known as the Slider and rumors surface of a Motorola XOOM 2.
Tutorials
#947 / 2011-09-02 09:30:00 / 1:51 min.
When you first set up your Android phone, you would have been asked to add a Google account. However, some people have more than one Google account. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to
add multiple Google accounts to your Android
phone and configure yoursync settings
for each.
Tutorials
#946 / 2011-09-01 09:30:00 / 4:21 min.
There are a number of advanced uses for the
voice search option on Android
. Recently, we did a tutorial on voice command basics and a viewer requested a more in-depth tutorial, so we've put together this video. Send your own requests fortech tips and tutorials
to feedback@butterscotch.com.
Tutorials
#945 / 2011-08-31 09:30:00 / 2:05 min.
In this tutorial, we'll show you
how to share photos on your Android
smartphone. Sharing files can often be tricky, but Android makes it easy by providing a wide variety of methods to share your pictures.Share by MMS or by email
, or using one of your Android applications, the choice is yours.
Tutorials
#940 / 2011-08-24 09:30:00 / 1:36 min.
You can save a lot of time by using
voice commands on your Android
, and it's fairly easy to do. You can usevoice search
to search for pretty much any file on your Android or you can use voice commands to either call or send messages to your contacts. It's pretty cool and plenty useful, as we show you here.
Tutorials
#939 / 2011-08-23 09:30:00 / 1:38 min.
As you might expect on an operating system by Google, search factors fairly heavily into the Android interface. You have a
search widget
on your home screen by default, which can be used to search for anything from contacts to apps to web content. We'll show youhow to search your Android
in this tutorial.
Lab Rats
#285 / 2011-08-22 17:00:00 / 27:21 min.
The benefits of wireless printing are plentiful. The most important would be the ability to print from virtually anywhere on any device. Another major plus is the elimination of cramped spaces and unwanted cables. Although a novel idea, the execution has (thus far anyways) left a lot to be desired.
Tutorials
#937 / 2011-08-19 09:30:00 / 1:37 min.
An email signature helps people to identify who is sending them email and can contain valuable information such as job title, additional contact info, full name and so on. In this tutorial, we'll show you
how to add an email signature
to emails sent throughGmail on your Android phone
.
Tutorials
#936 / 2011-08-18 09:30:00 / 2:04 min.
Copying and pasting
using yourAndroid phone
can save you large amounts of time and make sharing long or complicated URLs that much easier. However, the copy and paste functionality works a little bit differently depending on the app that you're using at the time. We'll show you how it works in this tutorial.
Tutorials
#935 / 2011-08-17 09:30:00 / 1:24 min.
If you have a number of contacts on your
Android phone
who you frequently call or text, then you should know that there is a way to add shortcuts to one of your home screens to save you time.Adding a direct dial shortcut
lets you call a contact quickly and creating a direct message shortcut will save you time when you're texting.
Android Weekly
#25 / 2011-08-11 11:00:00 / 5:47 min.
On this week's show, the
mobile patent war
revisited, Android eyes the big 5-0 and an Android developer rails against negative commenters. Also, Kate Abraham shows us how to supplement Android's paltryringtone and notification sound options
with Zedge.
60-Second App - Android
#37 / 2011-08-09 12:00:00 / 1:21 min.
If you're looking for a
free language translation app
for yourAndroid phone
, then you're in luck.Google Translate
is a free application that allows you to instantly translate text from one language to another. It can even translate SMS messages... perfect for tricking friends and family into thinking that you've finally finished that Spanish credit.
Tutorials
#928 / 2011-08-03 09:30:00 / 1:42 min.
If you want to change the notification sound that you hear on your
Android smartphone
when you get a new SMS message, you might have trouble finding the right settings menu. That's because the option isn't found in the main settings screen... but there is a way. Just follow the steps outlined in this tutorial in order tochange your SMS notification sound
.
Tutorials
#927 / 2011-08-02 09:30:00 / 1:18 min.
QR codes, also known as 2D barcodes, are often found on products, online, or on billboards and other advertising. In order to see what these codes are actually used for, you'll need to scan them with a QR scanner. Fortunately, there are free applications out there that allow you to scan these codes from your Android, as we'll show you in this tutorial.
Android Weekly
#23 / 2011-07-27 12:00:00 / 5:05 min.
On this week's show, the Android Patent Royale war wages on. Surprising no one, Google Music looks like it'll be adding music purchasing to its bag of tricks and some Android numbers to sink your teeth into. Also, Kate Abraham shows us all what she'd look like if she were to pack on the pounds with the FatBooth app.
Introducing Google+
#1 / 2011-07-25 09:00:00 / 1:34 min.
Google+ is a brand new
social networking service by Google
. To get started, you'll need toreceive a Google+ invite
as the service is currently still in a preliminary testing stage, though this is expected to change in the near future. We'll show youhow to create a Google+ account
in this episode so you can see how it works for yourself.
Lab Rats
#281 / 2011-07-18 17:00:00 / 26:18 min.
Social networking is one of the biggest sources of traffic on the Internet, and now tech giant Google has released Google+ to go up against Facebook and Twitter. But how does it stack up? Does it have what it takes to win? Andy and Sean take a look at Google+ and discuss where it shines and where it still needs work.
Android Weekly
#21 / 2011-07-13 12:00:00 / 5:37 min.
In this week's episode, the Microsoft wants more money as its Android patent infringement claims target Samsung. The next Nexus, the Nexus Prime is rumored to be primed and ready for a fall 2011 launch. Finally, Google bids pi billion dollars but comes up short in an attempt to purchase liquidated Nortel patents.
Kate Abraham also brings us her review of the free Android puzzle game, Alchemy.
Kate Abraham also brings us her review of the free Android puzzle game, Alchemy.
60-Second App - Android
#30 / 2011-07-06 12:00:00 / 1:19 min.
Many people have come to rely on Groupon as a way of finding
daily deals on local products or services
. Now with theGroupon
application for Android, users can see current Groupons,make in-app purchases
or evenredeem coupons
by presenting their Android phone.
How do I use the HP TouchPad
#5 / 2011-07-04 10:00:00 / 2:28 min.
Syncing your favorite social networking services
on yourHP TouchPad
is easy thanks to Synergy. Synergy allows you to sync information likecalendars, contact information and photos
from services like Facebook, Skype and more. You can also sync services such as Dropbox and Photobucket.
How do I use the HP TouchPad
#2 / 2011-07-01 10:00:00 / 1:42 min.
The
HP TouchPad
is one of the newesttablet computers
to hit the market. In our second episode of this series, we'll show youhow to set up your HP TouchPad
includingsetting the language and region
,connecting to a Wi-Fi network
andcreating a webOS account
.
Lab Rats
#278 / 2011-06-20 17:00:00 / 22:45 min.
Ever wished you had better ringtones for your iPhone or Android smartphone, but didn't want to pay your carrier a bunch of money for a short snippet of audio? Andy and Sean take a look at solutions for both the iPhone and Android...and they won't cost you a thing!
Lab Rats
#276 / 2011-06-06 17:00:00 / 24:35 min.
Andy, once again flouting Lab Rats convention, decided to make the switch from the Apple to the Android camp. He's ditched the iPhone 4 and moved over the the reference design Google phone, the Nexus S. The Lab Rats have compiled their top-ten tips for Android switcher or really, anyone trying to come to terms with and get the most out of their shiny new Android phone.
On a related note: Anyone in the market to buy a lightly-used iPhone 4?
On a related note: Anyone in the market to buy a lightly-used iPhone 4?
60-Second App - Android
#22 / 2011-05-31 12:00:00 / 1:16 min.
Blogger's blog-publishing service
has been around for more than a decade. Now, theBlogger
app for Android allows you to easilyupdate your blog from your smartphone
. Thefree application
even allows you toadd pictures to your blog
or edit past blog entries straight from your Android device.
Tutorials
#919 / 2011-05-31 09:30:00 / 0:59 min.
In past tutorials, we've shown you a few Android shortcuts. In this tutorial, we're going to show you some more
advanced Android shortcuts
that you can use to access yourTask Manager
, see a list of mostrecently used apps
,create folder shortcuts
and more.
Lab Rats
#275 / 2011-05-30 17:00:00 / 26:15 min.
Don't get us wrong, we love the Android platform. Yet, occasionally, it can fall a bit short compared to its long time nemesis - the iPhone. Thankfully, an open platform breeds many solutions. In fact, in some instances we not only found solutions, but also applications that just made the Android experience better than any other. Our list of apps to get the most out of your Android is as follows:
Tutorials
#918 / 2011-05-30 09:30:00 / 1:29 min.
If you've ever found yourself at a loss for words in another country, it might be because you don't know the language.
Google Translate
can help. Thisfree Android app
allows you to easilytranslate phrases
and save common questions so you can easily refer to them on the fly.
Tutorials
#915 / 2011-05-18 09:30:00 / 1:04 min.
In this episode we'll show you how to change your
search settings on your Android smartphone
. You have a number of options available including the ability tosee search suggestions
, use your location and more. We'll also show you how tomanage your search history
.
Tutorials
#910 / 2011-05-11 09:30:00 / 1:10 min.
Google Latitude
is Google's answer for people who want to useGoogle services
tocheck in to various locations
. In this tutorial, we'll show youhow to use Google Latitude
on yourAndroid smartphone
toshare your location
with friends and see what your friends have been up to recently.
Tutorials
#909 / 2011-05-10 09:30:00 / 1:00 min.
In this tutorial, we show you how to add new shortcuts for apps that you frequently use.
how to organize your shortcuts
on yourAndroid smartphone
. We'll show youhow to remove shortcuts
from the home screen, how to organize them into pagesl, and
Lab Rats
#269 / 2011-04-11 17:00:00 / 24:45 min.
Starting to grow tired of your old iPhone? Thinking you might want to switch to a new Android phone? Andy lists his top five reasons for switching to Android, while Sean offers a few cautions.
Top Secrets - iPhone Edition
#3 / 2011-04-11 16:31:22 / 1:08 min.
The
Google Voice app for iPhone
allows you tomake calls from your iPhone
using your Google Voice number topreserve your privacy
. You can also send texts and turn on ado not disturb mode
that sends calls to your Google Voice number straight to your voicemail. We'll show you how to do all that and more in this episode.
60-Second App - Android
#4 / 2011-03-01 12:00:00 / 1:13 min.
We've seen our share of cool
free applications
butGoogle Goggles
is among the most versatile. With Google Goggles, you can use your Android's camera toscan pictures of objects
andretrieve information
. Use it toscan QR codes
orscan bar codes
. Take a picture of a landmark to get location-specific information orscan a business card
to instantly add details to your address book.
Android Weekly
#1 / 2011-03-01 11:00:00 / 4:06 min.
The Android Weekly pilot episode, shot at the tail-end of 2010 and posted here for your edification. We take a look at (then) new requirements for
Android Market apps
, a way to shoehorn Android onto an aging iPhone 3G and the then unannounced Nexus S.
Tutorials
#882 / 2011-02-21 09:30:00 / 2:07 min.
In this tutorial, we explain some of the
changes to Google Docs
that have been made recently. If you frequentlyuse Google Docs
, you might have noticed some of these already. Some changes are cosmetic, though others haveadded features to Google Docs
that can make it easier for you toshare and organize your files
.
Status Update
#33 / 2011-02-16 17:00:00 / 4:59 min.
You have a video you know people want to see. How do you hook them and make them click the play button? Jay Goldman shares his
top ten tips for getting YouTube plays
and offers practical advice on how you can put them to work right now to drive your viewership on YouTube and, by extension, beyond.
60-Second App - Apple
#75 / 2011-02-02 12:00:00 / 1:14 min.
Although its previous incarnation was taken down by Apple a while back,
GV Mobile+
is now available and allowsiPhone users
to connect to theirGoogle Voice account through their iPhone
. This means that they cansync with their Google Voice account
, make andreceive calls and text messages through Google Voice
, and more.
Top Secrets: Google Docs tricks
#5 / 2011-01-14 09:00:00 / 1:22 min.
In our last episode on
working with Google Docs
, we'll show you howadding links to documents
is easier than ever before. Google Docs canautomatically detect links
so that you can easilyadd links to files
without having to input full URLs, saving you a number of steps and lots of time.
Hidden Google treasures
#10 / 2011-01-14 09:00:00 / 1:03 min.
In this episode, we'll introduce you to
Google Blogs
, aGoogle resource
that you can use tofind blogs online
. This is much more effective for finding blogs than doing a traditionalGoogle search
because it will show you blogs and nothing else.
Top Secrets: Google Docs tricks
#4 / 2011-01-13 09:00:00 / 1:00 min.
Collaborating on documents
is easy when you'reusing Google Docs
. That's because Google Docs lets yousee modifications
to files in real time, including what changes were made and who made them, and evenchat in Google Docs
with others who are viewing the same files as you. We'll show you how it works in this episode.
Hidden Google treasures
#9 / 2011-01-13 09:00:00 / 1:21 min.
If you want to
stay updated on your favorite topics
, then you'll want to check out Google Alerts. If you sign into yourGoogle account
, you cancreate and save alerts
so you'll beautomatically notified
whenever a post is made concerning your chosen topic.
Top Secrets: Google Docs tricks
#3 / 2011-01-12 09:00:00 / 1:20 min.
In this episode, we show you how to perform a
Google Image Search
whileusing Google Docs
.Searching for pictures
from within Google Docs tofind images online
that that you can use in your documents and share with others whencollaborating on files
.
Hidden Google treasures
#8 / 2011-01-12 09:00:00 / 1:31 min.
If you've ever been curious to know
what terms are searched on Google
the most, then you'll want to tryusing Google Trends
. Google Trends allows you to type in a number ofsearch terms
to look upwho searches what
. You'll see a number ofstatistics including popularity over time
and by area.
Top Secrets: Google Docs tricks
#2 / 2011-01-11 09:00:00 / 1:23 min.
Not only can you
create text documents
using Google Docs
, but you can alsocreate drawings and basic artwork
. In this episode, we show you how tomake artwork in Google Docs
and show you a couple of tricks for manipulating your files.
Hidden Google treasures
#7 / 2011-01-11 09:00:00 / 1:33 min.
If you find yourself using a lot of
Google services
likeGmail, Google Translate
or evenGoogle searchGoogle Toolbar
. Google Toolbar makes it easy for you to access certain Google tools and even more if you're logged into yourGoogle account
.
Top Secrets: Google Docs tricks
#1 / 2011-01-10 09:00:00 / 1:31 min.
In order to
use Google Docs
, you'll want toupload some documents
to work on. In this episode, we show you how easy it is toupload files to Google Docs
and show you how tochange the privacy settings
on the files that you upload.
Hidden Google treasures
#6 / 2011-01-10 09:00:00 / 1:21 min.
If you
use Google News
, then you might not know that there's a way tocustomize Google News
to meet your preferences. Justsign in to your Google account
and you'll be able toadd news sections
andrate topics
according to your interest. You can even edit your location to get news from around the world or from around the neighborhood.
Hidden Google treasures
#5 / 2011-01-07 09:00:00 / 1:22 min.
In this episode, we introduce you to
Google Knol
, a service Google offers that issimilar to Wikipedia
. On Google Knol, users cancontribute articles
about various topics and canedit Knol entries
that others make. This makes Google Knol a good place to look up information on a wide range of topics.
Hidden Google treasures
#4 / 2011-01-06 09:00:00 / 1:17 min.
If you need to see a
webpage in a different language
, you should try outGoogle Translate
. It's a free tool from Google that allows you totranslate documents
and websites into a variety of languages. You can even use it to see your favorite webpage in German.
Hidden Google treasures
#2 / 2011-01-04 09:00:00 / 1:37 min.
If you're an avid reader, then you'll love
using Google Books
. Thisfree service from Google
allows you tocreate a virtual library
for your books so that you canshare what books you've read
. It also lets youlook up books
tofind ratings and reviews
orfind suggested reading
or potentially interesting books.
Hidden Google treasures
#1 / 2011-01-03 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to create search bars
using Google Custom Search
. These search bars can be used on multiple websites and can be modified to search for whatevervideos, pictures or information
that you want to find. Even better, they're free to use and you can make as many as you want.
Picasa beginner's studies
#10 / 2010-12-17 09:00:00 / 1:58 min.
Besides being a great tool to help you
organize your photos
, Picasa can also help youcreate unique gifts
. In this episode, we show youhow to use Picasa
tocreate posters, collages and wallpaper
, as well asmake gift CDs, movies
and more.
Picasa beginner's studies
#9 / 2010-12-16 09:00:00 / 2:48 min.
It's very important to
back up your photos
periodically to avoid the heartache of losing precious memories. Thankfully, Picasa makes it easy for you with a variety ofbackup options
. We'll show you how tocreate backup photo albums
using Picasa
in this episode.
Picasa beginner's studies
#8 / 2010-12-15 09:00:00 / 2:00 min.
In this episode, we show you how to
collaborate on albums
using Picasa
. Once an album is created, you canshare your photo album
with others and even allows others to contribute to the album byadding pictures
to it.
Picasa beginner's studies
#7 / 2010-12-14 09:00:00 / 3:01 min.
Picasa has many cool features, but we're going to show you one of the coolest and most useful in this episode:
adding nametags
. If youadd a name tag
to one of your photos, then Picasa willautomatically tag pictures
with that person in them so you can alwaysfind pictures
of whoever you've tagged.
Picasa beginner's studies
#6 / 2010-12-13 09:00:00 / 1:54 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to geotag your photos
using Picasa
. Once you startgeotagging your photos
, you'll not only be able tofind your photos easier
, you'll also be able to see where they were taken in the worldusing Google Earth
.
Picasa beginner's studies
#5 / 2010-12-10 09:00:00 / 2:15 min.
In order to easily
find your photos
it's a good idea toadd tags to your photos
. In this episode we show you how totag photos using Picasa
so that you can always find the picture you want.Tag photos
with the location they were taken, the people in them, or anything other detail and you'll be able tofind similar photos
easily.
Picasa beginner's studies
#4 / 2010-12-09 09:00:00 / 2:10 min.
Anyone who has taken a few photos has taken one that needed a little touching up. Fortunately you can
edit photos in Picasa
so that they come out looking their best. In this episode we show you how toapply effects to photos
,crop photos
and more.
Picasa beginner's studies
#3 / 2010-12-08 09:00:00 / 2:10 min.
In this episode we'll show you how to
import photos to Picasa
from yourcamera, smartphone or PDA
. Of course, we'll also show youhow to import photos
from your computer so that yourphoto albums
won't be empty for long.
Picasa beginner's studies
#2 / 2010-12-07 09:00:00 / 2:22 min.
In order to properly
organize your photos on Picasa
you'll need tocreate photos albums
to put them in. So in this episode we'll show youhow to create photo albums
as well as how toadd details and descriptions
so you'll be able tofind your photos on Picasa
easily.
Picasa beginner's studies
#1 / 2010-12-06 09:00:00 / 0:48 min.
In this episode we'll introduce you to Picasa Web Albums, a photo organizing program and online service offered by Google. We'll talk about some of the features of Picasa including the ability to upload photos, edit photos and create albums. We'll be showing you how to do all that and more in the following episodes.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#10 / 2010-12-03 09:00:00 / 1:25 min.
If you've ever wanted to
search a website
for a particular term without actually visiting that website then we've got a trick to show you. UsingGoogle Search
you can very easilysearch a specific web site
.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#9 / 2010-12-02 09:00:00 / 1:18 min.
If you've ever
searched for music on Google
, then you might not have known that you could actually play the music that you found in your results without even leaving your search page. When yousearch for an artist or song
it's sometimes possible toplay a song
right from yoursearch results
and we'll show you how in this episode.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#8 / 2010-12-01 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
In this episode, we show you how to
remove certain search results
in yourGoogle searches
. This means that whensearching the Internet
for something in particular, you can add terms that you want toexclude from your search
so that you get the results that you want.
Tutorials
#854 / 2010-11-30 09:30:00 / 1:46 min.
If you're a fan of YouTube and an Android user, then you'll be happy to hear about the
YouTube app for the Android
. It should look familiar to regularYouTube users
as it has many of the same features as the YouTube website and allows you towatch videos on your Android
wherever you want.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#7 / 2010-11-30 09:00:00 / 1:16 min.
Here's a handy trick to make
searching the Internet
withGoogle Search
even easier. You cannarrow your search results
to a particular span of time by adding a simple command. This can make it easier to do aGoogle Search
and find the results that you want.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#6 / 2010-11-29 09:00:00 / 1:20 min.
If you have your own website, then you'll want to keep it safe from hackers. You can see if hackers try to use your website as a spamming ground for
dangerous links
byusing Google Alerts
. We show you how to set it up so that youreceive automatic notifications
in this episode so that you're notified wheneversuspicious keywords
are added to your site.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#4 / 2010-11-25 09:00:00 / 1:55 min.
You can use
Google Insights
to find out what people are searching for around the world. In this episode we'll show you how totrack search results
from around the world and how to see whatsearches are popular
so you know what people are thinking about around the globe.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#3 / 2010-11-24 09:00:00 / 1:04 min.
If you ever need to
identify a language
ortranslate text
, then Google has you covered. Just copy and paste an unknown language into theGoogle language detector
to find out what language it is or type text into theGoogle translator
to have it translated into your language of choice.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
#2 / 2010-11-23 09:00:00 / 1:09 min.
Here, we show you a great way to
find desktop backgrounds
usingGoogle Image Search
. By performing anadvanced search
, you canfind images
that match your desktop size. You can even refine your search so that you can sort your results by color.
Tutorials
#814 / 2010-10-05 09:30:00 / 2:43 min.
Google is rolling out a new feature for Gmail and other Google apps that lets you sign in to multiple accounts and toggle between them. Rather than constantly switching back and forth between multiple Google accounts, here's how to use the multi-account sign in feature.
Apartment hunting online
#1 / 2010-10-04 09:00:00 / 2:09 min.
In this episode, we introduce you to some methods you can use to
find a rental home online
. We show how you canfind rental units on Google
or how you canuse Craigslist to find rentals
. We'll also show you some methods you can use tofind rental homes in your area
.
Tutorials
#811 / 2010-09-30 09:30:00 / 2:18 min.
If you've started
using Gmail's Priority Inbox
then you should know that there are some settings that you can change. We'll show you how you canchange your default inbox
, choose whatPriority Inbox displays
, select whetherImportance markers
are shown and more.
Miss Download
#100 / 2010-09-28 17:00:00 / 4:00 min.
Cheryl Poirier rediscovers the joys of Google Earth. As a virtual tourist, she travels from the CN Tower and Rogers Centre in downtown Toronto to the base of the Grand Canyon. 3D models in Google Earth make it possible to go from a bird's eye view to a view from the ground while the timeline tool lets you see how a place looks at morning, noon and night.
How to use Google Sites
#10 / 2010-09-10 09:00:00 / 1:47 min.
It's easy to
create multiple sites
using Google Sites
. You can evenmanage your websites
through the same account. You can have a website for your family, a website for your baseball team and another for your dog. Since Google Sites is free, you cancreate more sites
that you'll always be able to see through the My sites section.
Breaking news tutorials
#82 / 2010-09-09 13:23:02 / 1:04 min.
Google has announced the release of Google Instant, which provides search results as you type. As you are typing, search results appear so in most cases you never have to finish typing. Google Instant will be rolled out fully over the next few days.
How to use Google Sites
#9 / 2010-09-09 09:00:00 / 1:39 min.
Using
Google Sites
tocreate a website
allows you tomanage your website
's changes and development easily. You cantrack changes
, see previous versions,view revisions
and more. We'll show you all aboutmanaging your Google Sites
in this video.
How to use Google Sites
#8 / 2010-09-08 09:00:00 / 1:10 min.
If you
have your own domain
that you would like to direct to yourGoogle Sites page
, there is an option to do that. There are certain steps that need to be followed to verify you own the domain, but we'll walk you through it in this episode where we show you how to use yourown domain on Google Sites
.
How to use Google Sites
#7 / 2010-09-07 09:00:00 / 1:22 min.
Google Sites
is also a great tool forcollaborating on websites
. You caninvite Gmail contacts
to collaborate on any of your Google Sites,set permissions
for your contacts andtrack website changes
so that you know what changes were made every step of the way.
How to use Google Sites
#6 / 2010-09-06 09:00:00 / 1:56 min.
Once you have your
Google Sites
website up and running, you'll want to know how to personalize it. In this episode, we'll show youhow to personalize your website
includingchanging the website fonts
, changing the colors, and even adding aunique header
to your web page.
How to use Google Sites
#5 / 2010-09-03 09:00:00 / 2:06 min.
Once you
create a website
usingGoogle Sites
, you might want toshuffle your pages
around. Google Sites makes it easy tochange your website layout
however you want, whenever you want. We'll show you how to edit your website layout using Google sites in this episode.
How to use Google Sites
#4 / 2010-09-02 09:00:00 / 1:42 min.
If you
create a website
usingGoogle Sites
, you may find that you need more space. In this episode, we'll show youhow to add pages
to your Google site so that you can have more pages for whatever you need them for, whether it'smaking announcements
orlisting recipes
.
How to use Google Sites
#3 / 2010-09-01 09:00:00 / 2:03 min.
Once you've created your website using
Google Sites
, you'll no doubt want tocustomize your website
. There are many ways toedit your website
with theGoogle Site tools
. We'll show you how topersonalize your website
in no time.
How to use Google Sites
#2 / 2010-08-31 09:00:00 / 1:10 min.
In this episode, we'll show you some of the
website templates
available to use withGoogle Sites
. When youcreate a website
using one of these templates, you can see previews of what your site would look like with each template so you can find one that matches your taste.
How to use Google Sites
#1 / 2010-08-30 09:00:00 / 1:16 min.
Google Sites
is a great way tocreate a website
quickly, easily andfree of charge
. Whether you want to make your ownpersonal website
orbusiness website
, or just create a fan site for something you enjoy, Google has plenty ofwebsite templates
that you can use to make creating your own site more convenient for you.
Tutorials
#785 / 2010-08-25 09:30:00 / 1:10 min.
If you use of
Google Reader
and you subscribe toRSS feeds
, you may want a better way toorganize your Google Reader subscriptions
. Thankfully, there is an easy way toshow favicons in Google Reader
. These unique icons let you see at a glance which site a particular news item is coming from.
Breaking news tutorials
#79 / 2010-08-24 14:55:00 / 1:22 min.
When the
Undo Send
feature first arrived in Gmail, you had only five seconds to revoke a sent mail message. Now this has been improved and you have a full 30 seconds to undo sending. Here'show to recall a sent email message
using the Gmail undo feature
andhow to activate the undo email feature in Gmail
.
Tutorials
#779 / 2010-08-17 09:30:00 / 1:25 min.
For those eager to
find latitude and longitude
using Google Maps
, there is a way to do it on the fly without setting a marker. It requires enabling a feature that is available throughGoogle Labs
that you can turn on and off whenever you want. Just follow these steps and you'll have even morelocation information
available to you at all times!
Tutorials
#778 / 2010-08-16 09:30:00 / 1:42 min.
Google Buzz
was formerly only available throughGmail
as Google's answer to Twitter. Now thesocial networking service
is available as an app for theAndroid phone
.Using Google Buzz
, you can update your Google Buzz while on the go. It's afree download
, so check it out!
How to use Google for product search
#9 / 2010-08-12 09:00:00 / 1:55 min.
You can set up a
Google Alert
withGoogle Product Search
to inform you ofprices changes
for products that you want to purchase so thatshopping online
is even easier. This will send you anautomatic notification
once a price drops to your desired price so that you don't have to check on it every day.
How to use Google for product search
#8 / 2010-08-11 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
By
comparing prices
usingGoogle Product Search
, you can save money while shopping online. You can alsofind stores
available near your location andview shipping costs
of the item you're looking at. This all helps to make shopping easier and save you time and money.
How to use Google for product search
#7 / 2010-08-10 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
It's easy to get
gift suggestions
when usingGoogle Product Search
. You can viewpopular searches
made by other users in order to seepopular products
,hot search topics
or just see alist of products
you might find interesting for someone you are shopping for. You can even plug these results into anadvanced search
tocustomize your search
.
How to use Google for product search
#6 / 2010-08-09 09:00:00 / 1:54 min.
If you want to do an advanced product search using
Google Product Search
then you can do so tonarrow your search results
. This could help youfind products faster
andexclude products
you don't want. You can also search forproduct details
oractivate safe search
to filter out adult content.
How to use Google for product search
#5 / 2010-08-06 09:00:00 / 1:42 min.
With
Google Product Search
, you cancreate wish lists
andshare your wish list
with others. You can alsoadd items
to yourshopping list
so that you can view that item later and evenadd notes
to your shopping list. This helps you keep track of what you want for yourself or what you want to buy for others.
Tutorials
#771 / 2010-08-05 09:30:00 / 1:18 min.
If you've ever been
browsing Google Maps
and wanted tofind the latitude and longitude
of a position, you'll be interested inLatLng Marker by Google Labs
. It's a handy little tool that you can use to satisfy your curiosity andpinpoint locations on Google Maps
.
How to use Google for product search
#4 / 2010-08-05 09:00:00 / 1:47 min.
When
searching for products online
using Google Product Search
, you can utilize theproduct reviews
anduser reviews
in order to get a feel for the seller's reputation and find out the quality of the product. This can help younarrow your search
andfind products faster
.
Breaking news tutorials
#77 / 2010-08-04 13:45:00 / 1:14 min.
If you have multiple Gmail accounts that you use regularly, you've probably been annoyed by the need to sign in and out of your different accounts. Google has just launched multiple account sign-in that will let you easily switch back and forth between your different accounts without signing out and back in each time.
How to use Google for product search
#3 / 2010-08-04 09:00:00 / 1:51 min.
When
using Google Product Search
, you may want to usesearch filters
tonarrow your search
. You cansearch by price
orsearch by brand
. You can evensearch by store
. You should also be aware that there will besponsored links
that you can click on or ignore.
How to use Google for product search
#2 / 2010-08-03 09:00:00 / 1:33 min.
If you want to
shop online
using Google Product Search
then you'll need to knowhow to search for products
. You canfind products online
with Google Product Search by using precise search terms orbrowse products online
by using vague terms and browsing search results. You can evensort search results
in a number of ways.
How to use Google for product search
#1 / 2010-08-02 09:00:00 / 1:33 min.
In this episode, we give you an
overview of Google Product Search
, a handy way toshop online
and find products ranging from everyday items to expensive entertainment systems. Google makes it even easier tofind product deals online
by allowing you toview user ratings of products
,compare prices online
andrecord product searches
!
Tutorials
#761 / 2010-07-23 09:30:00 / 1:38 min.
If you
use Google Maps
, you'll notice thatzooming in
can sometimes be a chore. It's hard topinpoint an exact location
to zoom to and you'll often find yourself scrolling around more than usual. Now thatGoogle Labs
has releasedDrag 'n' Zoom
, it's easy tozoom to an exact location
. We'll show you how to use it in this tutorial!
How to use MyHeritage.com to make a family tree
#7 / 2010-07-13 09:00:00 / 1:51 min.
Many people have
extended families
that they don't even know about. If you're feeling curious and want tolook up lost family members
, there are several ways to do it. Of course, results may vary, but you may be able tofind family members
that you have previously lost contact with or who you haven't met before.
Web Watch
#50 / 2010-06-22 12:00:00 / 2:28 min.
Many Internet services use SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) connections to encrypt data that travels between your computer and their server. This week, Stacy Reed shows us Google's encrypted web search and will show how to make it your default search engine in Firefox's search box.
Tutorials
#737 / 2010-06-15 09:30:00 / 3:33 min.
Opera is a wonderful Web browser. It's fast, it's lean, and it has a world of cool features. In addition, it just keeps getting better and better. If you use Gmail for your email needs, however, you may think that you can't use it as the default for Opera. Sure you can and here's how!
Tutorials
#735 / 2010-06-11 09:30:00 / 1:56 min.
Most emails allow you to have a closing signature and Gmail is no exception. With a simple
extension to Google Chrome
, you can even havemultiple signatures in Gmail
.WiseStamp
is free and we'll show you not only where to get it but also how toadd multiple signatures
so that you can always have a signature that suits the occasion.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#45 / 2010-05-27 12:00:00 / 4:24 min.
So many of us do a large part of our
shopping online
. We look for deals, we look for things we need to buy and we look for things we might like to buy when we have enough money. So here to help you are a five cool extensions for Google Chrome to help you with your shopping needs.
Finding a home with online tools
#8 / 2010-05-26 09:00:00 / 1:47 min.
If you want to
tour the streets
of a prospective neighborhood then it's easy to do so without even leaving your computer! Just go toGoogle Street View
and you can see what any area looks like from street level. This is a great way to get a more detailed look at a place where you might be thinking of buying a home so that you can really get a feel for it.
Finding a home with online tools
#7 / 2010-05-25 09:00:00 / 1:21 min.
If you're planning on moving then you'll want to know how you can get around in your future area. Even if you have a car it's good to have alternatives available.
Google Maps
is just one way to see the availabletransportation methods
in an area. By simply typing in a zip code you can see whether an area has bus routes, train routes and so on. You can also see if there are places for sale nearby!
Breaking news tutorials
#69 / 2010-05-20 16:30:00 / 1:06 min.
Google has announced that Google TV is coming this fall. Google TV hopes to bring the best of the Web together with the best of TV. Google is partnering with companies like Sony and Logitech to have Google TV built into televisions. Devices will go on sale this fall at Best Buy stores.
Finding a home with online tools
#3 / 2010-05-19 09:00:00 / 1:26 min.
Asking for a
reliable mortgage broker
is easy to do online. If you use the tools provided, you'll see it's easy tofind a mortgage broker
. Then just follow along. It doesn't take much effort. Just follow these simple steps and you'll have a reliable broker in no time.
Finding a home with online tools
#2 / 2010-05-18 09:00:00 / 1:56 min.
Finding a home
can be difficult but here we can show you how to make it easier. Using these tools, you canfind a home
that suits you without too much hassle. An easy way to do that is using Zillow.com. This is a great way offinding schools, restaurants
and other resources near your potential home!
Tutorials
#703 / 2010-05-17 09:30:00 / 2:04 min.
If you're the type of person who likes to
search the web
on your mobile, you might feel that there isn't a whole lot of control over the options. Fortunately, if you've got anAndroid phone
, you can customize your search settings to improve the results of your searches. Here we'll show you how to makesearching the web on your Android
even more efficient!
Finding a home with online tools
#1 / 2010-05-17 09:00:00 / 1:33 min.
Here's what to do if you'd like to
find a home through Google
and want to look into your potential mortgage rates online. The Google Compare Mortgages tool is free and easy to use. This will make your options clearer and help you tochoose what home is right
for you.
Tutorials
#701 / 2010-05-14 09:30:00 / 2:23 min.
If you already have a
Google Docs account
then you know how handy it can be. Its got tons of storage space available and you canaccess your documents anywhere
. WithGDocs Notepad on your Android
phone you can take advantage of Google Docs even further. We'll show you how!
Gmail 401: Graduate Studies
#11 / 2010-05-14 09:00:00 / 2:08 min.
If you've been following along with us up to this point you should be well on your way to
becoming a Gmail master
. If you haven't though, don't worry. There's still time. Here we'll sum up what you might have missed and give you an index that will help you to find whatever tutorial you need. There have been 40Gmail tutorials
so far so feel free to catch up whenever you want or refer your friends and family to watch them here at butterscotch.com!
Tutorials
#698 / 2010-05-12 09:31:00 / 1:38 min.
It's always nice to know when you have new email waiting. If you use Gmail and browse with Google Chrome, we've got a treat for you! With a simple
extension for Chrome
you can not only know when you have new Gmail, but alsomanage your email
by deleting, archiving and more!
Tutorials
#696 / 2010-05-11 09:31:00 / 3:33 min.
Opera is a wonderful
web browser
. It's fast, it's lean and it has a world of cool features. Plus, it keeps getting better and better. If you use Gmail for your email needs, however, you may wonder if there's a way to useGmail as Opera's default email
. There sure is and we'll show you how right here.
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#10 / 2010-04-30 09:00:00 / 2:21 min.
Now that you know how to manage your Google Local Business Center, you should still check and update it often. Don't forget to change your posts, pictures or even videos to show customers what's new around the shop!
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#41 / 2010-04-29 12:00:00 / 3:16 min.
In
Windows Vista, Microsoft
introduced the "sidebar". It's a handy place to put things that make your life a little easier. With the release of Windows 7, there are even more "gadgets" to put in yourWindows Sidebar
. I've picked 10 of my favorite gadgets. We'll look at five this week and the remaining five next week. So, let's get to it!
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#9 / 2010-04-29 09:00:00 / 1:34 min.
Even after you've set up your account on Google Local Business Center you can still change the marker for your business on Google Maps. Since having customers actually get to your place of business is important in turning a profit, Google's made it pretty easy to correct mistakes. We'll show you how!
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#8 / 2010-04-28 09:00:00 / 1:58 min.
So you know how to send messages to customers and make coupons to lure them to your business. Want to make your page even more appealing? We'll show you how to add photos and videos that will really make your page pop with personality. Google Local Business Center makes it easy to
offer your own online coupons
to potential customers.
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#7 / 2010-04-27 09:00:00 / 2:36 min.
The ability to send messages to potential patrons is just one way to generate business using Google Local Business Center. In this episode we'll show you how to create coupons through your business page that will attract even more customers!
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#6 / 2010-04-26 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
Now that your account is up and running, we'll show you how you can bring in additional business through specials and promotions. It's a great marketing tactic that is made even easier and more effective thanks to Google Local Business Center!
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#5 / 2010-04-23 09:00:00 / 1:33 min.
While it is nice having a statistics page - since it's free and all - it's even better to know what those numbers represent. In this segment, we tell you what statistics are available to you and, more importantly, what they might mean to your business.
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#4 / 2010-04-22 09:00:00 / 1:34 min.
Your homepage is where you can manage your listings on Google Local Business Center. Not only can you add more listings if you have more businesses, you can see the status of your listing or look at viewing statistics for your business.
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#3 / 2010-04-21 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
Once you've entered all of your information, Google will still need to validate what you have entered. There are two ways to do ths: by phone or by mail. Whichever way you choose, we'll show you how to get your Google Local Business Center listing live.
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#2 / 2010-04-20 09:00:00 / 2:48 min.
We'll finish showing you how to add your business to Google Local Business Center, including how to add appropriate categories. We'll also show you how to hide your business address if you perform services out of shop and how to specify your hours of operation and accepted payment methods.
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
#1 / 2010-04-19 09:00:00 / 2:06 min.
Google Local Business Center gives you more control over the way your business listing comes up in Google maps. You can also add things like coupons, photos, video and more to your listing. You'll soon realize why it is an important tool for any business owner. Plus, it's free!
Tutorials
#657 / 2010-04-14 09:30:00 / 1:24 min.
Extensions add a lot of functionality to Google Chrome. Now and then, however, you may install one that you don't use or have one installed that you don't like. Here's
how to remove an extension from Google Chrome.
Tutorials
#655 / 2010-04-13 09:30:00 / 2:23 min.
When Google Chrome was first released, it was a little blah; not that colorful, not very exciting, and no support for add-ons or extensions. All that is in the past and now there are lots of
extensions for Chrome
. Here's how to add one!
Mr. Mobile
#64 / 2010-04-07 17:00:00 / 3:10 min.
Google Labs isn't just for Gmail. Jay Goldman takes a look at the
awesome free Android app
, Gesture Search. With this handy app, you can easily weed through all the content on your Android phone; find emails, contacts, music, movies and more by spelling out the first couple of letters.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#37 / 2010-04-01 12:00:00 / 3:26 min.
You'd be forgiven for not knowing about the
extensions available for Google Chrome
. However, if you gave the browser a miss for being too bare bones, time to look again. Chrome supports a range ofChrome themes.
Perhaps more important, it has support forChrome extensions
that give the browser more functionality. Doc pickstop 10 extensions for Chrome
and shares them over the next two weeks.
Lab Rats
#215 / 2010-03-29 17:00:00 / 19:01 min.
Andy and Sean take a look at some of their favourite technology easter eggs in place like Google, PhotoShop, Firefox and Windows 7.
Google Docs 101
#8 / 2010-03-17 09:00:00 / 2:30 min.
Molly McDonald continues our
video tutorial on using Google Docs
with a look atcreating a PowerPoint style presentation in Google Docs
. Once again showing it can be a viablefree alternative to Microsoft Office
, Google Docs lets you create attractive slideshow presentations.
Breaking news tutorials
#67 / 2010-03-11 10:30:00 / 00:58 min.
Google has announced that it is now providing
bicycling information in Google Maps
. Users in 150 cities will be able to select the option when they want to go biking. The routes will showbike paths
, quieter neighborhoods and bike trails.
Google Docs 101
#4 / 2010-03-11 09:00:00 / 1:45 min.
It won't take long for your Google Docs home screen to become overrun with all the documents you've created and uploaded. We continue our
video tutorial on using Google Docs
by organizing our documents and spreadsheets usingfolders in Google Docs
.
Google Docs 101
#3 / 2010-03-10 09:00:00 / 1:45 min.
One huge benefit of
cloud computing
is that it's easier than ever to share documents and other files. No more email attachments required. No more version control troubles. Ourvideo tutorial on using Google Docs
demonstrates the sharing and emailing functions in Google Docs.
Tutorials
#606 / 2010-03-09 09:30:00 / 1:06 min.
You hear a lot of talk about "Android" lately. The
mobile operating system from Google
has caught on in smartphones and other mobile devices. Butwhat exactly is Android
? Why should you care about Android? Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan explains.
Google Docs 101
#2 / 2010-03-09 09:00:00 / 1:27 min.
Our
video tutorial on using Google Docs
continues with a look athow to get your documents in the cloud
byuploading files to Google Docs
. If you're convinced that Google Docs is a viablefree alternative to Microsoft Office
or if you have a bunch of documents on your computer that you want to be able to access from anywhere, this is for you.
Google Docs 101
#1 / 2010-03-08 09:00:00 / 2:13 min.
Kicking off our 10-part
video tutorial on using Google Docs
, Molly McDonald runs downhow to access Google Docs
and gives a quick tour of the Google Docs interface. Google Docs is a viablefree alternative to Microsoft Office
for basic word processing, spreadsheets and even presentations.
Tutorials
#594 / 2010-03-01 09:30:00 / 2:20 min.
Google Buzz, the new
social-networking
feature from Google, is available on all Android phones. It's quick, easy-to-use, and we'll give you a quick overview.
Mr. Mobile
#56 / 2010-02-10 17:00:00 / 7:36 min.
Jay Goldman takes a good hard look at the Nexus One, better known to some as the
Google Phone
. He finds a handset that feels great to hold and whose screen is a sight to behold. However, after having touched more than his fair share of mobile phones, he finds a few gotchas that anyonelooking to buy the Nexus One
should consider.
Breaking news tutorials
#64 / 2010-02-09 17:30:00 / 1:12 min.
Google has announced a new
social-networking tool
called Google Buzz. It will integrate right into Gmail and allows for sharing of images, status updates and other social media mainstays.Google Buzz
will also be available on Android phones and on the iPhone with a Web interface.
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#10 / 2010-02-05 09:00:00 / 1:58 min.
It's possible to
make your Google Maps travel map public and share it
with the world at large. This way, your friends and family, your blog readers and your social network friends can follow your progress. A word to the wise though: be wary of sharing too much information online. Don't share your home address and how long you're going to be away; for example, even we might be tempted to break in during your absence... and we're nice people!
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#9 / 2010-02-04 09:00:00 / 1:56 min.
While Google Maps will encourage you to save a tree when you hit print to get a hard copy of your map, it is actually possible to
print out your entire map
. You can print each stop andstep-by-step directions
along with any of the custom point markers you've added, in full, to take on the road with you.
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#8 / 2010-02-03 09:00:00 / 1:56 min.
Not content to confine itself to modes of personal conveyance, Google Maps has turned its attention to offering public transit directions in jurisdictions that have opted in. Riding the bus, subway or rails in a strange city is notoriously difficult.
Public transit directions in Google Maps
make it much easier.
Tutorials
#556 / 2010-02-02 09:30:00 / 1:22 min.
In most software programs on computers and mobile devices password are generally show as asterisks. If you want to be able to
see your password as you enter it
though, you canmake your passwords visible on your Android phone.
This is handy if you have complicated passwords and find you too often mistype them on your handset.
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#7 / 2010-02-02 09:00:00 / 3:00 min.
Google Maps has integrated Wikipedia entries, videos, phones and much more to its bag of tricks. Zoom down to a close view of your destination to get info from Wikipedia about where you're headed, see
user-submitted photos and videos
and even live webcam feeds from Google Maps.
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#6 / 2010-02-01 09:00:00 / 2:33 min.
Google Maps' usefulness is not confined to four wheeled conveyance. The
walking directions
feature creates routes custom made for pedestrians. These routes ignore one-way streets, avoid busy roads where possible and get you from point A to point B with the least possible wear on your shoes and the most possible scenic views.
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#4 / 2010-01-28 09:00:00 / 1:48 min.
Google Maps does a great job of integrating Google search results into points on a map. This is especially useful when on a road trip as you can
easily find food, lodgings
or, should things go awry, a trusted mechanic in the town that you're heading to.
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#3 / 2010-01-27 09:00:00 / 3:00 min.
Many hands make light work, two heads are better than one, and other cliches too numerous to mention — with Google Maps, you can invite
collaborators to join in and edit or just view your map.
If there's a point of interest one of your trip mates particularly wants to see, for example, he or she can drop a marker and plan the route such that leads to said point of interest.
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
#2 / 2010-01-26 09:00:00 / 2:29 min.
Google Maps are infinitely handy if you're heading to a new place and want to get the lay of the land, or even if you're just looking for a faster route to work. By
creating and saving your own Google Map
, you can drop place-marks, points of interest, save routes and much more.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#11 / 2010-01-22 09:02:00 / 32:36 min.
View all 10 parts of our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
in one video. This video tutorial starts off with aNexus One unboxing
and avideo tour of the Nexus One, aka Google Phone
before moving on to look at how to use the email, phone, search, maps, camera and much more.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#10 / 2010-01-22 09:01:00 / 2:43 min.
We round our our
Nexus One video tutorial series
by taking a look at the still and video camera on theNexus One
. The 5MP camera bests many other smartphones, and the fact that the Nexus One records smooth, clear video is just another notch on its belt.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#9 / 2010-01-22 09:00:00 / 3:31 min.
We continue our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
by choosing ourprivacy and security settings
. We'llset a lock pattern on the Nexus One
, opt in our out of location based services and do our best to ensure that if we everlose the Nexus One
, we'll be able to get it back.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#8 / 2010-01-21 09:01:00 / 3:27 min.
Eyes on the road and hands upon the wheel. We continue our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
by delving into the Car Home and Voice Search features. With these, you can do some limited phone tasks, all without taking your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. This is increasingly important as more and more jurisdictions createhands-free driving legislation
.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#7 / 2010-01-21 09:00:00 / 4:00 min.
We continue our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
with a look at the music andmovie playing capabilities
of the first "Google Phone
." In part seven of our 10-partNexus One video tutorial series
, we look at mounting the included SD card on your computer to push music and video to the device.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#6 / 2010-01-20 09:01:00 / 3:47 min.
In this installment of our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
, we delve into the Android Market to take a look at the over 15,000Android apps
. We pick ourtop 10 Android apps
and showhow to install apps on Android phones
.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#5 / 2010-01-20 09:00:00 / 3:26 min.
We continue our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
with a look at the email and phone applications on theNexus One
. While the Android Market gets all the buzz (we'll get to that in our next episode), the Nexus One is, first and foremost, a communications device. We'll walk through how to set up email, contacts and how to use the phone application in this instalment of ourNexus One video tutorial series
.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#4 / 2010-01-19 09:01:00 / 4:12 min.
We continue our
Nexus One hands on
by taking a look at the "Google Phone" homescreens, choosing new widgets, selecting a wallpaper that's more to our liking. We also take a look at the primary and secondary functions of the capacitive buttons that appear along the bottom of the phone's screen. We set a new lock pattern to secure the device and take a look at the phone's menu systems in this part of ourNexus One video tutorial series
. We'll also take a look at thecamera and video functions of the Nexus One
.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#3 / 2010-01-19 09:00:00 / 4:00 min.
Before we can really take an
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
we need to complete an initial setup. If you have a Google account, all your data will be pulled by the device automatically. In this part of our"Google Phone" up close and personal
series, we complete the initial setup process, connect to the cellular network and choose a new wallpaper in preparation for the other parts in ourNexus One video tutorial series
.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#2 / 2010-01-18 09:01:00 / 4:00 min.
We continue our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
by taking ahardware tour of the Nexus One
and plugging the device in for its first charge. See the"Google Phone" up close and personal
and from all angles as we prepare to power up the device, roll up our sleeves and begin our in-depthNexus One video tutorial series
.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
#1 / 2010-01-18 09:00:00 / 2:28 min.
We start off our
in-depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
by pulling everything out of the box and taking stock. See the first"Google Phone" up close and personal
in thisNexus One video tutorial series
. Thisvideo unboxing of the Nexus One
kicks off our 10-part video series on the first Google phone.
Gadget TV
#76 / 2010-01-15 12:00:00 / 4:12 min.
We're not fans of hyperbole so we won't suggest that the
Nexus One is an iPhone killer
(oops, we just did). However, it is a worthy competitor and the first Android handset that makes us seriously contemplate making the switch. We take avideo tour of the first "Google Phone"
and offer ourvideo review of the Nexus One
.
Google AdWords video tutorial series
#4 / 2010-01-13 09:00:00 / 4:02 min.
There are entire books written on the subject of
writing attention-grabbing ads
but the basics are simple. Catch users' attention with yourGoogle AdWords ad copy
and you're more likely to drive clicks and convert sales with your campaign. Dave Collins explains in part four of ourMaking Google AdWords Work for You video tutorial series
.
Google AdWords video tutorial series
#2 / 2010-01-11 09:01:00 / 2:35 min.
If you
learn how to use Google AdWords
, you'll find it's a powerful tool fordriving traffic to your site
andconverting traffic to meaningful sales
. In the second part of ourGoogle AdWords video tutorial
series, we look at optimizing our campaign to get the visitors we want at the price we want to pay.
Google AdWords video tutorial series
#1 / 2010-01-11 09:00:00 / 4:25 min.
If you're not yet working with Google AdWords, then this
Google AdWords video tutorial series
will walk you through the entire process. Fromcreating a Google AdWords account
and setting it up to tweaking it to get the best possible return on investment. We start out this series bysigning up for an AdWords account
.
Breaking news tutorials
#59 / 2009-12-09 11:30:06 / 1:15 min.
Those that like Google Chrome tend to like it a lot. It's sleek, it's fast, it's lean. However, perhaps it was too lean, especially compared with Firefox and all of its available add-ons. Google
Extensions for Google Chrome
have finally been released andGoogle Chrome
lovers rejoice.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#10 / 2009-12-04 09:00:00 / 1:29 min.
You're not limited to just tracking your own medical data with Google Health. If, for example, you're the primary care giver for an elderly parent or if you have young children whose allergies and medications you want to track, Google Health is a powerful tool.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#9 / 2009-12-03 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
Part of the power of Google Health is in its ability to share your medical information with others. Part of what's scary about Google Health is... its ability to
share your medical information
with others. You have control over what is shared and how, and sharing info with a doctor, spouse or care giver makes it easier for everyone to make informed decisions.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#8 / 2009-12-02 09:00:00 / 1:30 min.
If you ever have an I've fallen and I can't get up moment, it might be useful to have important medical info at your (or the paramedics') fingertips. Google Health offers printable wallet or full-sized medical briefs you can keep with you in case of an emergency.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#7 / 2009-12-01 09:00:00 / 2:10 min.
Your
digital medical records
are already imported to Google Health... or maybe they're not because your doc is of the offline-only, no digital medical records sort. Either way, you canfind a doctor online
through Google Health. Perhaps a specialist or, if you identify with the latter scenario, you can find a doctor who's already riding the online wave...
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#6 / 2009-11-30 09:00:00 / 1:15 min.
If your doctor's office keeps
digital medical records
you can link your Google Health account to your doctor's office toimport medical records in to Google Health
automatically. You'll be seeing what your doctor is seeing.
A video overview of Google Wave
#10 / 2009-11-27 09:00:00 / 3:00 min.
Like your e-mail inbox, your Google Wave stream will become cluttered with old and now irrelevant stuff without a solid organization strategy to keep it in check. In
Google Wave
you can easilyarchive, star, hide and highlight Waves
based on how important they are.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#5 / 2009-11-27 09:00:00 / 1:28 min.
Apparently, thousands of people die each year from preventable negative drug interactions. Google Health lets you input any prescribed drugs you take along with over the counter medications to
keep a digital eye out for potential negative drug interactions
.
A video overview of Google Wave
#9 / 2009-11-26 09:00:00 / 2:35 min.
Folders are so email circa 1990. All the cool kids are using labels and the really cool kids are using both virtual folders and labels to organize their inboxes. The Google Wave team has not let this go unnoticed; in Google Wave, you get both virtual folders and labels to make organizing your Wave inbox easy.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#4 / 2009-11-26 09:00:00 / 1:42 min.
Not content to just track your health info, Google Health also lets you track how badly your insurance company is hosing you which of your valid medical expenses your insurance company has refused so far medical insurance info.
A video overview of Google Wave
#8 / 2009-11-25 09:00:00 / 3:15 min.
Google Talk integration with Gmail was our first hint that Google thinks IM and email go together like the cheese and rice... no, peanut butter and jelly, no... well. They go together well. In Google Wave, the next iteration of IM and email convergence is upon us. Introducing Ping in Google Wave.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#3 / 2009-11-25 09:00:00 / 2:00 min.
In this installment of our Google Health series, we finish adding information to our medical profile by filling in data like height, weight, blood type, age and so on. Here, we can also add dates for any medical procedures, select the severity of an allergy or medical condition and more.
A video overview of Google Wave
#7 / 2009-11-24 09:00:00 / 2:11 min.
Rather than forcing you into computer forensics, trying to figure who said what and when in an out of control e-mail chain, Google Wave has a handy playback function that lets you watch your Wave unfold in the order it unfolded. Hit the Playback button to see who said what and when and who responded to what and when. It's all very new Wave.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#2 / 2009-11-24 09:00:00 / 2:35 min.
The power of Google Health comes in its ability to
track your medical history
and any medical conditions you may have. You can track your immunizations, any allergies you have as well as medications you take and any medical procedures you've undergone.
A video overview of Google Wave
#6 / 2009-11-23 09:00:00 / 3:23 min.
Unlike e-mail, with Google Wave people can see what you type as you type it. That flaming missive to your boss that feels good to write out but that you know should never be sent?
Google Wave
is not the venue. You can mark a Wave as private or set a Wave such that only certain people can see certain things, but be aware: this is not the static email you're used to.
See what condition your condition is in with Google Health
#1 / 2009-11-23 09:00:00 / 2:12 min.
Google Health represents a new way to track your well being, your medications, your doctors, your health insurance info and any medical conditions you may have. Molly McDonald begins our
10-part video tutorial guide to Google Health
by showing how tosign up for Google Health.
A video overview of Google Wave
#5 / 2009-11-20 09:00:00 / 2:09 min.
Because discussions in Google Wave tend to take on a life of their own, you need a place to see everything that's happened in your Waves since you last logged in. Enter the Google Wave inbox, your one-stop shop for seeing what's new.
A video overview of Google Wave
#4 / 2009-11-19 09:00:00 / 2:42 min.
Let's see your e-mail inbox do this: Google Wave lets you share gadgets, videos, documents, directions, RSVP gadgets and more right into the body of a discussion. Gadgets function very much like an attachment in email but are much more powerful and collaborative.
A video overview of Google Wave
#2 / 2009-11-17 09:00:00 / 2:03 min.
Google Wave is interesting for any one of a number of reasons. Unlike traditional email, you can add a person into a Wave at any point -- say when the conversation swings in such a way that you know a colleague who really should see what's happening to put her two-cents in the pot -- and he or she will see everything that's happened in the discussion thus far. No forwarding multiple emails. No wacky line breaks, just a clear record of the discussion to this point.
Lab Rats
#197 / 2009-11-16 17:00:00 / 22:48 min.
Every time Andy and Sean get together to discuss show ideas for Lab Rats, they seem to spend the first 20 minutes showing off their favorite iPhone apps. The iPhone is one of the most popular consumer gadgets out there, and everyone has their favorite apps. Andy and Sean bring their iPhone faves out of the meeting and into the spot light.
A video overview of Google Wave
#1 / 2009-11-16 09:00:00 / 4:10 min.
Google Wave is what e-mail would be were it invented today. Or at least, that's Google's spin on Wave.
Google Wave
is a new way to communicate with friends, family and co-workers in a truly real-time way. The service is in its early days but shows promise. The only way to get a Google Wave account is to receive an invitation from someone who's already been accepted into the Google Wave trial.
Breaking news tutorials
#53 / 2009-11-05 14:40:00 / 1:47 min.
If you've ever wondered what data Google keeps from your Google accounts, now you can see in one easy step. Visit Google Dashboard to check it out. In the
Google Dashboard
you can edit what data keeps about you and alter your privacy settings. Google Dashboard gives you access to and control over the information stored from over 20 Google products.
Tutorials
#466 / 2009-11-03 09:30:00 / 1:06 min.
If you want to go to the movies there's a quick way to
find out where your movie is playing and when
. Simply use use thisGoogle power searching tip
and you'll be sitting in the theater, enjoying the latest release and lamenting the $20 tub of popcorn you bought in no time.
Explore the world with Google Earth
#10 / 2009-10-09 09:00:00 / 1:56 min.
In addition to the great
Google Earth
tips and tricks that we've covered in this series, there are many more neat features to find when you explore. Take a tour with sightseeing, explore the stars, the seas, Mars or the Moon.
Explore the world with Google Earth
#9 / 2009-10-08 09:00:00 / 2:23 min.
Take it to the streets with
Google Earth
. TheStreet View
lets you zoom right down tostreet level
in many locations. You can see the street, the cars, the signs and get a good feel for what that area looks like.
Tutorials
#429 / 2009-10-07 09:31:00 / 3:00 min.
Google Earth
is loaded with features. You can view the Earth, the Moon, the stars and even Mars. Some people don't realize that there's also aflight simulator in Google Earth
. We're here to point it out and show you some basics.
Explore the world with Google Earth
#8 / 2009-10-07 09:00:00 / 2:15 min.
With
Google Earth
you can go around the world right from your computer. Many of the places you "visit" you may want to save so you can return. Google Earth makes it easy to keep track of yourfavorites with Places
.
Explore the world with Google Earth
#7 / 2009-10-06 09:00:00 / 2:32 min.
Another new feature in
Google Earth
isHistorical Imagery
." This feature lets you go back in time to see what an area looked like in the past. This allows you to see how your neighborhood or the neighborhood you grew up in has changed over time.
Explore the world with Google Earth
#5 / 2009-10-02 09:00:00 / 1:58 min.
Have a
route on Google Earth
that you'd like to share? The newTour feature
makes it easy to share routes you've created or imported into Google Earth. Just record your tour, play it back and share it with friends. You can even circumnavigate the globe, right from your desk.
Explore the world with Google Earth
#3 / 2009-09-30 09:00:00 / 2:58 min.
In
Google Earth
you can control what you see on the Earth by turning layers on or off. You can alsocontrol other aspects of the program
by using the View menu, which changes your world view. You can choose to see the surface of the ocean, get a map legend, see a latitude and longitude grid and even follow the sun as it makes its way across the sky.
Web Watch
#18 / 2009-09-29 12:00:00 / 2:45 min.
Easter eggs
are so called because it's up to users to search around and find them.Google has hidden a number of Easter eggs
in its search page and search results. Stacy Reed runs down a few of her favorites... it's up to you to find the rest!
Breaking news tutorials
#51 / 2009-09-23 13:00:04 / 1:13 min.
Google has upgraded
Google Sync
so that it now provides "push" email to mobile devices. This will impact iPhone, iPod Touch, and Windows Mobile devices. Google pulled this off by utilizing the Microsoft Exchange capabilities built into the devices.
Web Watch
#16 / 2009-09-15 12:00:00 / 4:29 min.
Google Gadgets
are little applications you can easily embed into your iGoogle personalized home page or offer to visitors of your web site or blog. Stacy Reed runs down some of her favoriteGoogle Gadgets
in this episode of The Sweet Stuff: Web Watch.
Breaking news tutorials
#49 / 2009-09-15 10:55:00 / 1:46 min.
Google has released a news reading service called "fast flip." Fast flip is designed to make it easier to read newspapers and magazines online. The pages load quickly because advertising and other content that slows loading has been removed. You can move quickly through the content which is organized in a variety of ways.
Gmail 201: Intermediate Studies
#11 / 2009-09-11 14:17:01 / 21:01 min.
Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan runs us through Gmail Intermediate Studies in this 10-part tutorial series. Learn how to
tweak your Gmail inbox, use labels, colors and filters in Gmail, get offline Gmail access with Google Gears
and much more. If you've watched our 10-part Gmail for Beginners tutorial series and are ready totake control of your inbox
, the Doc abides with Gmail 201.
Tutorials
#392 / 2009-09-11 09:30:00 / 2:10 min.
Many computer users aren't totally sure
what a search engine is
. Or what one does. Or how many there are. Let us clear that up for you.
Lab Rats
#186 / 2009-08-31 17:00:00 / 18:49 min.
How do I subscribe to a podcast in iTunes? WTF is AAC? Should I buy a BlackBerry or an iPhone? Should I set my computer to hibernate or "sleep?" What Windows Vista package should I grab? Is it worth grabbing the Google App for my iPhone? All these questions and more answered as the Lab Rats break open the mailbag.
Breaking news tutorials
#44 / 2009-08-26 14:10:00 / 1:50 min.
Google Maps has provided
traffic information
on interstate highways for quite some time. Now though, Google is expanding its coverage of the traffic layer. Traffic will now be shown for US highways and arterial roads leading to those highways.
Lab Rats
#182 / 2009-08-03 17:00:00 / 20:39 min.
Every day, people are visiting your web site, checking out your message. Perhaps sharing their find with a friend. Wouldn't it be nice to know where these people are coming from? How they heard about you? Which of your links they're clicking on? Then again, maybe you're
not getting anywhere near as much traffic as you'd like and you're wondering why
. Andy and Sean take a look at Google Analytics a free, full-featured web stat reporting service, and show how to integrate it into your web site to getdetailed reports about your site traffic
.
A Sneak-Peek at Google Voice
#4 / 2009-07-30 09:00:00 / 2:14 min.
Once you've divided your
Google Voice contacts
into "Groups" you cancreate unique voicemail greetings
for each group. That means you can set acustom voicemail greeting
for your family, another for your friends and another for your colleagues.
A Sneak-Peek at Google Voice
#2 / 2009-07-28 09:00:00 / 2:52 min.
With
Google Voice
you can have one phone number that accepts the calls for all of your existing phone numbers. You decide which phone rings and when. You can have one line for business, one for personal and one VoIP line but you only need to give out one number.
A Sneak-Peek at Google Voice
#1 / 2009-07-27 09:00:00 / 2:34 min.
Google Voice has been the talk of the Internet since it was first announced.
Google Voice
lets you simplify voice communication like Gmail. In this five-partguided video tour of Google Voice
, Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan shows ushow Google Voice works
. Now available by invitation only, we're going to give you asneak peek
a just some of the cool features.
Tutorials
#312 / 2009-07-17 09:30:00 / 1:38 min.
The iPhone comes with lots of applications to get you started. If you're a big fan of
Google's Mobile App
you won't find it on your phone by default. However, with this app, you get access to yourGmail, Google Calendar, Reader (RSS feeds), News
and more on your iPhone. Here's how to get it and work with it.
Tutorials
#306 / 2009-07-14 09:30:00 / 2:22 min.
There may be times when most of us would like to visit Web sites and
erase all traces from your computer
. Perhaps you're shopping for a gift for your spouse and you don't want them to see what sites you visited while looking for a gift. Whatever the reason, there's a way tobrowse privately in Google Chrome
.
Breaking news tutorials
#38 / 2009-07-08 11:00:00 / 1:10 min.
Google announced the latest step in its seemingly inexorable march toward total PC dominance with its first ever operating system, Google Chrome OS.
Google Chrome OS
will run on x86 and ARM chips... so basically, just about every modern computer, includingnetbooks
.
Web Watch
#4 / 2009-06-05 12:00:00 / 3:53 min.
This video will show you how to organize your schedule and stay on top of things using online calendar software. Most of these applications allow you to synchronize your events and tasks with your email account, mobile phone and even share them with friends and family too. With an online calendar, you can see your appointments no matter where you are. Never miss a birthday, never miss an appointment. You can even get event reminders sent by email or SMS to your mobile phone.
Breaking news tutorials
#31 / 2009-06-04 10:01:46 / 1:39 min.
Google has officially launched Google Squared from its Labs division. Google Squared is a new search tool that pulls in information about your search term from all over the Web and then presents it in a table format. The look and feel is much different from that of regular Google Search. It's in beta, but it's live and ready to try!
Tutorials
#234 / 2009-05-25 09:30:00 / 1:26 min.
How many hands in a foot? How many feet in a meter? How many centimeters in an inch? How many liters in a gallon? Whatever system of measurement you're most familiar with, metric or imperial, Google offers a quick and easy way to do measurement conversions right from the search window.
Tutorials
#231 / 2009-05-21 09:31:00 / 1:53 min.
Who needs a dictionary when you've got Google? Using this handy trick you can search for the definition of any word, find the correct spelling and even learn how to use the word in context. Here's how to use Google as a dictionary.
Tutorials
#228 / 2009-05-20 09:30:00 / 1:59 min.
When you are using Google to do a normal search, the results will offer everything that contains your search term. To combat information overload, there may be times when you'd like to just search the titles of web pages to find what you're looking for. Whether you know it or not it's possible to do just that.
Breaking news tutorials
#27 / 2009-05-19 09:32:00 / 3:31 min.
The latest challenger to Google's search dominance is Wolfram|Alpha. It's a contextual search engine and differs from other search engines in many key ways. WolframAlpha is being hailed as a victory for the "semantic web," where computers become more adept at understanding the context in language, as opposed to asking users to adjust to computer language.
Tutorials
#226 / 2009-05-19 09:30:00 / 1:40 min.
While dot-com domains are the most sought-after, there's a world of other domains too. .co.uk for sites from the United Kingdom, .ca for Canadian sites, .gov for government sites, .edu for educational institutions and many more. With Google, you can specify which domain you wish to search to narrow down your results.
Tutorials
#224 / 2009-05-18 09:30:00 / 1:37 min.
Searching the Internet with Google gives you lots of results really quickly. Sometimes, however, what you need is more quality and less quantity. If you really want to search for a specific file type it is possible to do it. Here's how.
See and be seen with Google Latitude
#6 / 2009-05-15 09:00:00 / 6:27 min.
Google Latitude lets you share your real-world comings and goings with your friends and family online. Latitude lets your network know where you are by grabbing GPS data from a compatible phone and uploading it so your friends can see where you are on their phone or on in a web browser... and maybe even come meet you there. It's social networking meets actual social interaction.
See and be seen with Google Latitude
#5 / 2009-05-15 09:00:00 / 2:13 min.
Once you're up and running with Google Latitude you can follow your friends and family on their treks across town or around the globe. You can find friends to meet for a coffee on your PC or on your mobile phone from just about anywhere.
Tutorials
#221 / 2009-05-14 09:31:00 / 3:09 min.
Google has a full range of applications that you can install on your BlackBerry as individual applications. At the same time, however, they also offer a number of applications all bundled together in Google Mobile Apps. Install this and you get Gmail, Google Maps, Google Search,
and plenty more.
and plenty more.
Tutorials
#220 / 2009-05-14 09:30:00 / 1:49 min.
Perhaps you want to call a friend in another country, but you aren't sure what time it is there. Well, that's not a problem because Google can tell you the time anywhere in the world. It's quick and easy to find the time in different timezones. Here's how.
See and be seen with Google Latitude
#4 / 2009-05-14 09:00:00 / 1:41 min.
Google Latitude's reason for being is so that friends and family can find each other, wherever they may roam. If your friends and family have authorized you to see and are currently sharing their locations, you can see where everyone is on a Google Map.
Tutorials
#218 / 2009-05-13 09:30:00 / 1:49 min.
Using a standard Google search, it's easy to do a quick currency conversions from your native currency to another country's currency when you're traveling. From US dollars to Euros, British pounds, Aussie dollars, Japanese yen or Chinese yuan and back again, currency conversion is easy with Google.
See and be seen with Google Latitude
#3 / 2009-05-13 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
Having a computer network track you on your travels about town raises some important security questions. Should you automatically share your location as it changes? Just share which city you're in? Choose which locations to share? Or share nothing at all? The choice is yours in Latitude.
Tutorials
#214 / 2009-05-11 09:30:00 / 2:19 min.
If you use Google Calendar on your Mac you may have wondered if you could get your entries into iCal. Well, the answer is yes. With a handy, little application from Google you can do it in just minutes. Here's how.
See and be seen with Google Latitude
#1 / 2009-05-11 09:00:00 / 1:54 min.
Latitude works with your iGoogle page to display the locations of your family and friends on a Google Map. If you already have a Google account and a personalized iGoogle page, you can easily add the Latitude gadget. Otherwise, sign up for a Google account and get started right away.
Breaking news tutorials
#18 / 2009-04-02 09:33:00 / 2:33 min.
Every year, online service providers and media outlets try to one-up each other with the craziest April Fools' day pranks. Internet denizens view the news of the day with suspicion and invariably, at least a few people are drawn in. Check out Stacy Reed's top picks for online April Fools' day pranks.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#10 / 2009-03-27 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
Navigating around your Blogger blog is easy. As long as you're logged in, you can access the "hub" of your blog, otherwise known as the dashboard, at the top of any page. There are also many different help resources where you can find answers to any questions you may have - whether it's how to change your password or how to update the theme of your blog.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#9 / 2009-03-26 09:00:00 / 1:52 min.
Once you start getting more and more readers to your blog you may want to think about adding Google Adsense for a way to make a few bucks. Google Adsense are relevant ads that are put on your site. When visitors click on the ads, you make a little money. It might not pay the rent (unless you have a lot of readers, then who knows!), but it may pay for dinner and drinks with friends.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#8 / 2009-03-25 09:00:00 / 1:44 min.
Chances are that if you have your own Blogger blog, you read other peoples blogs as well. Did you know that you can also find other Blogger blogs to read and read their content right in your Blogger account? You can also keep up with the latest news from the Blogger team so you always know when there are new features available.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#7 / 2009-03-24 09:00:00 / 1:37 min.
A great part of blogging is creating a connection with the people who are reading the stories that you choose to share. A nice way to make even more of a connection is to create a Blogger profile that your readers can view to learn a little more about you. You can show your real name, add a photo and even your favorite music clip. You can also share your education and work history. It's up to you to decide just how much information you want to share with the people reading your blog.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#6 / 2009-03-23 09:00:00 / 1:34 min.
If you published something to your blog and you decide later that you want to change it, don't fret. With Blogger, you can easily go back and make edits to the post itself as well as any labels you added to it. After you make changes, your blog will automatically be updated. Want to delete a blog post altogether? No problem, you can do that too. Since it's your blog, you're the editor and you can make any changes you see fit.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#5 / 2009-03-20 09:00:00 / 2:21 min.
Now that you've created a blogger account and customized it, it's finally time to write your first post! It's so easy you'll wonder why you didn't do it sooner. You can add photos, change up the font, add links and even video. You can also write blog posts to be published at a later date and choose whether or not to allow comments on each post.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#4 / 2009-03-19 09:00:00 / 2:47 min.
Your blog settings is where you can do things like change the title of your blog, add a description to go along with the title or even use your own custom domain for your blog. It's also where you can decide just who can see your blog - anyone on the Internet or select people who you invite. If you want to add additional authors to contribute stories and content to your blog you can do that in your settings as well. Your settings page is like the hub of your blog so make sure you take the time to go through them and create the functionality that you desire.
Breaking news tutorials
#14 / 2009-03-18 10:15:00 / 1:07 min.
Google recently released its new beta version of its Chrome browser. This version, while still a work in progress, offers some new features and improvements over the current Chrome release. How about autofill for forms, auto scrolling and full page zoom? Another new feature allows you to compare different Web pages side-by-side, right within the Chrome window. This new 0beta is also faster than previous versions and once it reaches final release, promises to be more stable too.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#3 / 2009-03-18 09:00:00 / 2:38 min.
Gadgets are extra features that you can add to your Blogger blog. A gadget can be a photo-stream from Flickr, polls that your readers can participate in and even something as simple as a welcome message that your visitors will see every time they visit your site. Gadgets can be easily added and removed from your blog with just a couple of mouse clicks and they help you add even more of your own personality to share with your readers.
Beginner's Guide to Blogging with Blogger
#2 / 2009-03-17 09:00:00 / 2:14 min.
Now that you have your very own blog, it's time to customize the way it looks. Blogger gives you tools to easily change the template of your blog, the colors, and even the font. Each page element can be adjusted to match the personality of your blog and make it stand out.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#11 / 2009-03-13 09:00:00 / 19:22 min.
Google's
Chrome web browser
is a light, lean and altogether smart piece of software. Far from a me-too browser though,Google Chrome
takes a fundamentally different approach to some aspects of the web. From creating application shortcuts to web software services like Google Docs and Gmail to allowing for a private browsing session inIncognito mode
, we'll show you what's up in this 10-part tutorial series.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#10 / 2009-03-13 09:00:00 / 2:30 min.
Google Chrome's a built-in Task Manager is similar to many operating systems, like Windows. With this capability you can actually perform an "End Process" on a browser tab that's misbehaving. In addition you can see statistics on memory usage not only for the browser, but for each tab that's been loaded.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#9 / 2009-03-12 09:00:00 / 2:06 min.
Google Chrome's keyboard shortcuts allow you to perform functions right from the keyboard without having to move the mouse. Google Chrome's gives you some handy keyboard shortcuts you can use to make your work a little easier.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#8 / 2009-03-11 09:00:00 / 2:51 min.
Google Chrome's "Incognito" mode allows you to visit sites but without others knowing. Say you were looking for that perfect Christmas gift and didn't want your wife to find the traces, Google Chrome's "Incognito" mode can help you out. It doesn't keep cookies, search or browsing history. It will, however, keep any bookmarks or files you download.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#7 / 2009-03-10 09:00:00 / 1:58 min.
Google Chrome is the first web browser to have truly dynamic tabs. Drag a tab and create another browser. Open new tabs in each, and then combine them when you wish. Dynamic tabs give you real browsing flexibility.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#6 / 2009-03-09 09:00:00 / 2:01 min.
Google Chrome takes an interesting approach to tabs. Tabs haven't always been a part of Web browsers, but today it's hard to have a browser that doesn't have tabs.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#4 / 2009-03-05 09:00:00 / 2:38 min.
Google Chrome adds a slight twist to downloading files. You can see a listing, organized by date, of the files you've downloaded and access this page from the Options or the bottom of the browser window. Downloads show up in the lower-left hand corner and you can launch the program file right from this location. Set a default place to store downloaded files, or select a new place each time.
Getting to know Google Chrome
#1 / 2009-03-02 09:00:00 / 1:57 min.
Google Chrome is a relative newcomer to the browser wars. At the time of writing, it's only available for the Windows platform though there are versions in the works for Mac and Linux. Not just another browser, Google Chrome takes a different and unique approach to Web browsing.
Mr. Mobile
#8 / 2009-02-11 17:00:00 / 3:18 min.
The free Google Mobile App brings tons of great Google search features to your fingertips on the iPhone. You can use Local Search to find what you're looking for near you (using the iPhone's built-in GPS), check the news, chat on Google Talk, check your RSS feeds, take online notes, view your calendar and so on. It also supports voice searching for when you need to keep both hands on the wheel (don't type and drive!)
Breaking news tutorials
#10 / 2009-02-09 10:08:35 / 2:56 min.
When you're dealing with a lot of email coming in, the important messages (like the one from your boss asking you to use the proper cover sheet on your TPS reports) can get lost in the shuffle. If you use Gmail a new feature makes keeping on top of important messages easier. Google Labs introduced multiple inboxes which you can configure to suit your needs. Show all the emails from a certain account, using a particular label, all emails that you've starred and so on.
Breaking news tutorials
#9 / 2009-02-07 16:19:07 / 1:58 min.
Google announced the release of another product called Latitude. Latitude can be installed on almost any mobile phone and is part of Google Maps. Once you activate it you can show your location to family, friends, and colleagues. You control your privacy and you can grant access to someone and then stop that access.
A fascinating new development.
A fascinating new development.
Tutorials
#98 / 2009-02-05 09:30:00 / 2:08 min.
Have a document that you'd like to share with a friend or colleague? Not a problem. Google Documents makes it easy to share your documents with one person or twenty.
Breaking news tutorials
#7 / 2009-02-03 11:30:00 / 1:34 min.
This latest version of Google Earth adds even more cool features. You can view the ocean depths and topography, search the endless reaches of space and even track your hike using the GPS in your mobile device. Google Earth 5.0 gives you lots more information and lots more to see on this beautiful Earth.
Lab Rats
#157 / 2009-02-02 17:00:00 / 21:08 min.
If you can organize the kids' many after school activities, practices, games, sleep-overs, school projects and more, the technology that the Lab Rats recommend will be a cinch! With this, the Lab Rats Soccer Mom's Tech Toolbox, organizing schedules and getting to and from the kids', family and your own activities has never been easier.
Breaking news tutorials
#6 / 2009-01-30 12:00:00 / 1:39 min.
For quite some time the topic of Net neutrality has been a hot one. Google has taken steps and launched a new public service so that you can test your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and add your data to a database. Is BitTorrent being blocked? Are certain users throttled down when they're online? Google's new M-Lab will help you find out.
Tutorials
#94 / 2009-01-29 09:30:00 / 2:00 min.
Your favorite sites update, sometimes multiple times a day! iGoogle is a great place to keep udated by subscribing to RSS feeds so you can be notified directly within your homepage.
Google Reader and RSS feeds
#6 / 2009-01-26 09:00:00 / 1:43 min.
More than just a one-stop shop for the news and updates that are interesting to you, Google Reader also lets you connect with friends to share stories, see and subscribe to the feeds that they're reading, share stories you find particularly interesting on your public page and even customize your Reader page with themes.
Google Reader and RSS feeds
#4 / 2009-01-22 09:00:00 / 1:43 min.
In addition to subscribing to RSS feeds on the sites you like to visit and read every day, you can also find new sites that might be of interest to you within Google Reader. After all, it wouldn't really be a Google product without some kind of search function, right?
Google Reader and RSS feeds
#2 / 2009-01-20 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
Google Reader is a great way of keeping up on the news that's important to you using RSS feeds. All you have to do is add your favorite sites' RSS feeds to Google Reader and your personal Reader page will be updated with every new post.
Mr. Mobile
#4 / 2009-01-14 17:00:00 / 2:38 min.
Google Earth is available on Windows, Mac, Linux and, of course, the iPhone. With it you can see the entire globe using satellite imagery, zoom in on your location and even read text and see pictures of key points around the world. Unique to iPhone is the tilt-sensing view mode that changes with the orientation of your mobile.
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#21 / 2009-01-09 11:30:00 / 2:58 min.
Using the cellular network, the TomTom Go 740 Live gives real-time traffic updates and can search for points of interest and instantly route you there. Whether it's a new restaurant that just opened or a long-standing favorite, getting there really is half the fun!
Finding your way with Google Maps
#11 / 2008-12-26 09:00:00 / 16:49 min.
With our 10-part series, we'll show you how to get more out of Google Maps. Sure, you can get A to B driving directions but you can also find sushi, pizza or other restaurants as well as stores, services, doctors' offices and so much more. You can get
walking directions
, find public transit stops and, withGoogle Maps "mashups,"
there's a user community creating special mapplications designed specifically for Google Maps.
Finding your way with Google Maps
#5 / 2008-12-19 09:00:00 / 2:44 min.
Using its existing expertise in search, Google Maps also allows you to search for more general terms, look through the results, make your choice and then get turn-by-turn directions, reviews, hours of operation, even photos and more.
Finding your way with Google Maps
#4 / 2008-12-18 09:00:00 / 2:28 min.
Taking it to the streets without asking you to take it to the streets, Google has an interesting feature called Street View. This view mode gets up close and personal with the street, affording a view you couldn't get otherwise without actually going there.
Tutorials
#83 / 2008-12-17 09:00:00 / 2:16 min.
With Jott's link function you can post on WordPress, tweet on Twitter, add events to your Google Calendar and lots more right from your phone using just your voice.
Finding your way with Google Maps
#3 / 2008-12-17 09:00:00 / 2:14 min.
The default view for Google Maps is, appropriately enough, a map. However, there are other useful view modes to choose from. Molly McDonald explains how to set view modes, save and edit way points as well as how to tell Google Maps where you want to set your default location.
Finding your way with Google Maps
#2 / 2008-12-16 09:00:00 / 2:08 min.
Getting simple and easy to follow directions is all well and good. However, with Google Maps, you can do much more than that. You can get directions to major attractions, restaurants and stores near you by just entering in the name. You can add multiple destinations, perfect for road trips, family outings and the like.
Finding your way with Google Maps
#1 / 2008-12-15 09:00:00 / 3:00 min.
If you already have a Google account, you're ready to start saving your own directions, favorites and way points to your account in Google Maps. While you can use Google Maps without a Google account, you won't be able to save your directions or locations for later.
Tutorials
#70 / 2008-12-04 09:30:00 / 3:32 min.
Learning how to use basic boolean search terms will help you narrow or broaden your search when you're using most search engines. It's a powerful skill that, once mastered, allows you to find what you're looking for and find it faster.
Tutorials
#58 / 2008-11-26 09:30:00 / 1:37 min.
Google Calendar provides a great way to keep yourself organized. By sharing your calendars with family, friends and colleagues, everyone can be kept in the loop.
Gmail for Beginners
#11 / 2008-11-21 09:00:00 / 21:51 min.
Get up close and personal with Gmail, Google's free email service. In this series we'll learn all about Gmail Chat, sending and receiving messages, adding contacts and getting the day's news. In this tutorial series hosted by DemoGirl.com's Molly McDonald, we start off simple before delving in to some of Gmail's more powerful advanced features.
Tutorials
#46 / 2008-11-14 10:53:26 / 1:10 min.
Google Reader is great for keeping track of all your favorite sites in one place. Rather than visiting all of the sites you like to read with your morning coffee individually, Google Reader and other similar RSS (real simple syndication) readers act as an aggregate catch all for the day's news. It functions a lot like your email inbox.
Apartment hunting online
In this 10-part series we show you how to
find an apartment online
andresearch your future neighborhood
. This includes things likelooking for nearby stores
,checking neighborhood safety
and gettingfree moving advice online
. We'll also show you where you can go to get free legal advice about yourrights as a tenant
.
Get Searching with Bing
Microsoft's Bing
is a search engine first and foremost, but it's a lot more than that too. With maps, shopping, video and much more, Bing is a worthy entry into the search engine space.Bing is not Google
and until Google comes out clearly to say that user privacy is of the utmost importance, even Firefox is recommending Bing over its benefactor Google.
Getting to know Google Chrome
Google's
Chrome web browser
is a light, lean and altogether smart piece of software. Far from a me-too browser though,Google Chrome
takes a fundamentally different approach to some aspects of the web. From creating application shortcuts to web software services like Google Docs and Gmail to allowing for a private browsing session inIncognito mode
, we'll show you what's up in this 10-part tutorial series.
Gmail 201: Intermediate Studies
Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan runs us through Gmail Intermediate Studies in this 10-part tutorial series. Learn how to
tweak your Gmail inbox, use labels, colors and filters in Gmail, get offline Gmail access with Google Gears
and much more. If you've watched our 10-part Gmail for Beginners tutorial series and are ready totake control of your inbox
, the Doc abides with Gmail 201.
Google Docs 101
This
video tutorial on using Google Docs
with host Molly McDonald showshow to get your documents in the cloud
with Google's entirely online office suite. Google Docs can be afree alternative to Microsoft Office
if you don't need all the powerful features available in Microsoft's flagship document processing software.
Maximizing your business with Google Local Business Center
Using Google Local Business Center to boost your business is really easy, not to mention a great way to get your business's name out there. We'll show you
how to create a business center account
as well as how to use your account topromote your business
using coupons, images and even YouTube videos.
Google AdWords video tutorial series
Dave Collins of SharewarePromotions.com offers an
in-depth video tutorial series on Google AdWords
. Learn how tobuild effective ad campaigns in Google AdWords
and perhaps more to the point,how to drive traffic and make money with Google AdWords
.
Top Secrets: Google Docs tricks
In this series we'll show you some tips and tricks for using Google Docs. We'll show you how to upload files and convert PDFs to text as well as how to find images using Google Image Search without even leaving Google Docs. These are just some of the features that make collaborating on documents with Google Docs so convenient.
See and be seen with Google Latitude
Google Latitude lets you share your real-world comings and goings with your friends and family online. Latitude lets your network know where you are by grabbing GPS data from a compatible phone and uploading it so your friends can see where you are on their phone or on in a web browser... and maybe even come meet you there. It's social networking meets actual social interaction.
Using Google Maps on your Android phone
Google Maps can be incredibly helpful. Whether you're in a car or on foot, lost in the woods or just looking for a pizza place, Maps can help you to get from point A to point B. Using the built-in GPS and compass (if available), this app comes pre-installed on all Android smartphones and is your handy navigator for whenever you need it.
Introducing Google+
Google+ is a new social networking service that's being touted as a potential Facebook killer. It has a number of features and design elements that borrow heavily from the social networking giant but also other aspects that set it apart. These are things like Circles, Sparks, Hangouts and more, and we'll explain what they are in this series.
How to use Google for product search
Google Product Search
is a handyonline shopping tool
powered by Google that can help you toshop for products
,price match products
andcreate shopping lists
. You can evencreate wish lists
for yourself or check other's lists to seegift suggestions
. It's a versatile service that allows you tosee nearby stores
,create alerts
andcustomize searches
withadvanced product search
tofind products faster
!
How to use Google Sites
Google Sites is a great tool that you can use to
create your own website
for free. It gives you plenty of options tocustomize your website
or evencollaborate on a website
with others. You can also create multiple websites and as many pages as you want to each. We'll show youhow to use Google Sites
in this series!
Planning a Road Trip with Google Maps
Let us update an old cliche: The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single click. Before you ever set foot to pavement or tire to tarmac, Google Maps can help you to create your own
customized travel plan
including routes, rest stops, gas stations and so much more. A little time spent in the planning phase can save untold hassles and arguments when on the road. Molly McDonald demonstrates how to plan a successful road trip using the free tools in Google's suite of service.
Ten Killer Google Tricks
It's no secret that Google provides an array of free features on the Internet. What might be a secret, however, is how Google tools can make your life easier in a wide variety of ways. Whether you need to convert currency or search for images, Google has you covered. We show you a few of the finer Google features in this series.
A Sneak-Peek at Google Voice
Google Voice has been the talk of the Internet since it was first announced.
Google Voice
lets you simplify voice communication like Gmail simplified email communication. In this five-partguided video tour of Google Voice
, Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan shows ushow Google Voice works
. Now available by invitation only, we're going to give you a sneak peek a just some of the cool features.
A video overview of Google Wave
Google Wave is what Google thinks email would be if it were created today. It's a much more dynamic way to communicate digitally, but it does take some getting used to. If you've been fortunate enough to
get a Google Wave invite
and you're wondering what to do next, this series is for you. Molly McDonald runs throughGoogle Wave basics
to show you how to use your shiny new Google Wave account. We'll even get into some more advanced tips for foldering, labeling, setting privacy levels and generally just keeping your Wave stream organized.
Hidden Google treasures
There are so many Google services available that you probably aren't even aware of them all. That's why in this series we're going to show you a bunch of Google tools that haven't gotten as much attention. We'll show you how to use Google Custom Search, Google Books, Google Knol and more, services that can save you valuable time and make your life easier.
Nexus One - the Google Phone video tutorial
In this video tutorial series, we take an
in depth look at the Nexus One Google Phone
and offer avideo Nexus One users' guide
. This 10-part video tutorial series starts off with aNexus One unboxing
and avideo tour of the Nexus One, aka Google Phone
before moving on to look at how to use the email, phone, search, maps, camera and much more.
Picasa beginner's studies
With digital photography it's easy to take a lot of pictures. That's why we want to introduce you to Picasa, a free program you can use to organize your photos. You can use Picasa to share photos, create photo albums and back up your photos, and that's not even half of what we'll show you over the next 10 episodes of the series.
Finding a home with online tools
Everyone knows that Google is a giant on the Internet. You can use Google to find videos, pictures, websites and so on. What you might not have known is that you can
use Google to find a home
as well. Not only that but there are plenty of otheronline resources
to help you make that difficult process much easier. Just follow along with this tutorial series and you'll see thatfinding a home online
is easier than you thought!
Gmail for Beginners
Get up close and personal with Gmail, Google's free email service. In this series we'll learn all about Gmail Chat, sending and receiving messages, adding contacts and getting the day's news. In this tutorial series hosted by DemoGirl.com's Molly McDonald, we start off simple before delving in to some of Gmail's more powerful advanced features.
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