Short Term Memories » google http://robertheath.org Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:01:36 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Google Voice for iPhone and Palm WebOS http://robertheath.org/2010/01/google-voice-for-iphone-and-palm-webos http://robertheath.org/2010/01/google-voice-for-iphone-and-palm-webos#comments Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:25:21 +0000 Robert Heath http://robertheath.org/?p=925 Continue reading →]]> Today we are launching a new Google Voice mobile web app for iPhone OS 3.0 and higher and Palm Web OS devices, harnessing the power of HTML5, a new web technology that makes it possible to run faster, richer web-based applications right in the browser.

In addition to letting you access a streamlined version of your Google Voice inbox, the new web app also lets you display your Google Voice number as the outbound caller ID (so return calls come back to your Google Voice number), send and receive text messages for free, and place international calls at Google Voice’s low rates.


To get started, visit m.google.com/voice in your mobile browser. For quick access, don’t forget to create a shortcut to this URL on your home screen or Palm Launcher.
Just a reminder: you’ll need a Google Voice account and a voice plan on your cell phone to place calls using this web app. Don’t have a Google Voice account? Request an invite.

]]> http://robertheath.org/2010/01/google-voice-for-iphone-and-palm-webos/feed 0 “Nexus One” Google Phone on January 5th? I’ll believe it when I see it http://robertheath.org/2009/12/%e2%80%9cnexus-one%e2%80%9d-google-phone-on-january-5th-i%e2%80%99ll-believe-it-when-i-see-it http://robertheath.org/2009/12/%e2%80%9cnexus-one%e2%80%9d-google-phone-on-january-5th-i%e2%80%99ll-believe-it-when-i-see-it#comments Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:05:06 +0000 Robert Heath http://robertheath.org/2009/12/%e2%80%9cnexus-one%e2%80%9d-google-phone-on-january-5th-i%e2%80%99ll-believe-it-when-i-see-it Continue reading →]]> The storm of speculation, rumour and flim-flam surrounding the Google Phone (”Nexus One” if you like, although there are legal rumblings surrounding that name) is pretty spectacular. From the moment TechCrunch first asserted that a device from Google was definitely on the way, the amount of yaying, naying and speculation has been nothing short of incredible. So what to make of the assertion that we’ll see the phone hit shelves as early as January 5th?

Where’s this coming from?

The January 5th release date originated with Reuters – and they were quoting the ever-present and always reliable Mr. Source Familiar With The Matter. According to Reuters, Mr. Matter claimed that the device could be available through the Google website by January 5th.

How likely is this?

There are a lot of claims surrounding the Google Phone – which is all we’re going to get because Google isn’t saying anything. Amongst some of the more interesting ones are:
- the device will be sold SIM free by Google so that buyers can choose whatever network they like
- it will support quad-band GSM/Edge AND UMTS/HDSPA
- Google will be showcasing it at CES next month
- it is powered by a 1Ghz Qualcomm Snapdragon
- it runs on Unicorn giggles and fairy spit

I may have made one of those up.

What we think?

Looking at the sheer amount of hype surrounding the Nexus One, it’s hard not to imagine a shadowy master of viral marketing sitting in a tower in Google HQ, rubbing his hands together and cackling in glee at all he has accomplished. Considering there’s basically no information available at this time, the phone sure is generating a lot of heat.

When it comes to releases like this, we’ve all seen companies say that will definitely do one thing and then unashamedly do something completely other. So I will believe announcements about Google Phone release dates when I hear them from Google and no sooner – and even then I’ll take it with a pinch salt.

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]]> http://robertheath.org/2009/12/%e2%80%9cnexus-one%e2%80%9d-google-phone-on-january-5th-i%e2%80%99ll-believe-it-when-i-see-it/feed 0 Google Chrome is here! http://robertheath.org/2008/09/google-chrome-is-here http://robertheath.org/2008/09/google-chrome-is-here#comments Tue, 02 Sep 2008 19:55:00 +0000 Robert Heath http://robertheath.org/?p=141 Continue reading →]]> This afternoon I tried out Google’s new browser and was extremely impressed. The focus of Chrome appears to be on simplicity and efficiency. 15 minutes of browsing made it clear that Chrome is vastly superior when it comes to speed. The ability to search in the address bar is a nice feature that also speeds up the browsing process. The home screen is also a nice feature that displays thumbnails of recently/most visited pages.

I was disappointed to find out that the bookmarks built into the new browser don’t appear to sync with Google Bookmarks. Maybe this feature is on the way, or maybe I just overlooked it, but I would definitely like to have the option. Some other features I would like to see are:
  • New email alerts from my Gmail account
  • The ability to open a new Google doc from within Chrome without having to open Google Docs
  • The ability to create new events on my Google Calendar from within Chrome without having to open Google Calendar
  • Integration with Picasa/Picasa Web
I’m not sure if Chrome is ready to replace FireFox as my default browser however it is definitely a contender.
]]> http://robertheath.org/2008/09/google-chrome-is-here/feed 0 Google Related Products http://robertheath.org/2007/12/google-related-products http://robertheath.org/2007/12/google-related-products#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:44:38 +0000 Robert Heath http://robertheath.net/?p=21 Continue reading →]]> The following is a list of software written by Google or by third-party developers to integrate with software and services provided by Google.

Third Party Applications

Document Management

DocSyncer (Beta) – Synchronizes your Microsoft Office Documents with your Google Docs account.

OffiSync (Beta) – GoogleDocs plugin for Microsoft Office

Email Notification

Gmail Notifier – The Gmail Notifier is an application that alerts you when you have new Gmail messages. It displays an icon in your system tray to let you know if you have unread Gmail messages, and shows you their subjects, senders and snippets, all without your having to open a web browser.

If you have the Google Talk client installed, you will automatically receive new mail notifications from Google Talk and you do not need to install the Notifier.

Google Browser Sync (Firefox Only) – Google Browser Sync for Firefox is an extension that continuously synchronizes your browser settings – including bookmarks, history, persistent cookies, and saved passwords – across your computers. It also allows you to restore open tabs and windows across different machines and browser sessions.

Email Backup/Archiving

MailStore Home –   MailStore Home keeps all your valuable e-mail messages in one persistent and safe place. Lightning-fast search, one-click backup, powerful export – all information from your e-mail is at your fingertips anytime. Never lose important e-mail again!

Firefox Extensions

Coming Soon!

Recommended Google Applications

Google Talk – Instant messenging client

Picasa – Photo management and editing tool

Google Toolbar – Toolbar for you web browser that provides easy access to Google services

Google Earth -  Google Earth combines the power of Google Search with satellite imagery, maps, terrain and 3D buildings to put the world’s geographic information at your fingertips. It also has a built in flight simulator.

SketchUp -  Developed for the conceptual stages of design, Google SketchUp is a powerful yet easy-to-learn 3D software tool that combines a simple, yet robust tool-set with an intelligent drawing system that streamlines and simplifies 3D design. From simple to complex, conceptual to realistic, Google SketchUp enables you to build and modify 3D models quickly and easily. If you use Google Earth, Google SketchUp allows you to place your models using real-world coordinates and share them with the world using the Google 3D Warehouse.

Google Desktop –   Search your computer as easily as you search the web with Google. Find and launch applications and files with just a few keystrokes. Add Google Gadgets to customize your desktop and iGoogle New!Get news, weather and more anywhere on your desktop.

Migration Tools

OggSync – Synchronize Outlook calendar with Google Calendar

Note: Mail can be migrated to Google by connecting to Gmail via IMAP and simply dragging and dropping mail into the Gmail folders

]]> http://robertheath.org/2007/12/google-related-products/feed 0 Free Web Analytics http://robertheath.org/2007/05/free-web-analytics-2 http://robertheath.org/2007/05/free-web-analytics-2#comments Thu, 24 May 2007 02:51:07 +0000 Robert Heath http://robertheath.net/?p=36 Continue reading →]]> If you’ve ever used a web statistics programming to analyze and track traffic to your website, you know how frustrating it can be to try to figure out how to improve your site. Google has addressed most user’s frustrations with their Google Analytics product. With a slick interface and powerful data analyzation tools it is among the top solutions and best of all, it’s free. To find out more visit analytics.google.com

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