Minnesota Techie

Rumor Has It...

2008-01-23T11:38:00.000-08:00

My buddy went to CES and spoke to someone from Pro.Fit International and they are coming out with a mount for Garmin GPS units. It's supposed to be a completely new mount, not just an adapter like ProClip made. I sure hope they aren't making something big and clunky like some of the mounts that I have seen!!!

I called Pro.Fit for more information, but they won't share much. I really want to get one, so I'm going to keep riding them until I get one!!!

MacBook Pro

2008-01-20T23:41:00.000-08:00

I've had my MBP for a few months now, and all of a sudden, just this week, my keyboard keeps going out at random times. If I shut my computer for a few seconds and open it again, then it works fine. What's going on?

ProClip GPS Mount

2008-01-13T15:25:00.000-08:00

I ordered a mount for my GPS from ProClip and I don't like it at all!!! The mount is huge, and it covers up a lot of the dashboard, including covering part of the airvent.

The mount is a piece of plastic that you wedge into the dash and it "stays in place." It doesn't hold up well, especially when you touch it or move your device.

For the Nuvi they have an adapter, but you can't swivel the device towards you. The device faces straight out the back window.

Does anybody know of any other mounts for the Nuvi?

The Me Monster

2008-01-09T11:08:00.000-08:00

Thanks to WideWhite for sharing.

I know some of these...

Apple's iMovie

2008-01-09T09:37:00.000-08:00

I recently was on a vacation with my family and we took a lot of picutures and video. I wanted an easy way to show off my vacation photos so I pulled out my new MacBook Pro and used the iMovie application.

The program is pretty easy to use, even as a first-time user, but I've used more technical programs such as Final Cut Pro. I was able to accomplish what I wanted to, but there aren't many options. You have a choice of a few effects and transitions, but I would like a bigger variety when making a movie.

The movie that I made was about 10 mins long and I had to use the same transitions over, and over, and over.

So, for a beginner iMovie would probably be a good program, but for somebody with experinece in video editing it is quite bland.

Introducing...the miCRADLE

2008-01-02T09:25:00.000-08:00

Pro.Fit International is up to it again. They have made a custom holder for the iPhone.

I have used other products by Pro.Fit and have really appreciated them because they make driving and using electronic devices so much easier.

The miCRADLE is nice because it is a custom fit for the iPhone and it has padded bumpers so the iPhone easily slides in and out and it protects the phone from damage.

My miCRADLE is mounted on a VSM Legend so it can easily be turned from horizontal to vertical and vice versa without any screws or knobs or anything.

Seeking Vehicle Mount for NUVI

2007-12-26T11:20:00.000-08:00

I got a Garmin Nuvi for Christmas so I called Pro.Fit and they don't have anything. Does anybody know who makes a mount for those?

Umm...Excuse me! I'll have an iPhone!

2007-12-16T14:48:00.000-08:00

The time has come. I broke down and bought an iPhone last night. I have been thinking about it for a few months, but I actually went to the Apple Store last night and got it. I can't believe I've been missing out on this for so long!!!

I know that I haven't had it for very long, but so far I am thoroughly impressed.

I do, however, have a question so if anybody knows please pass it on! How can you hook your iPhone up to your car's radio? Do iPod interfaces work with the iPhone?

Former Windows Operator

2007-11-01T13:06:00.000-07:00

I am officially an Apple user. I got the 15" MacBook Pro and I'm glad that I made the switch. I had to install Leopard (it was included on a cd) and after that I was ready to roll. I've still got some things to figure out, but I am very happy to move away from my Windows machine.

MacBook Pro

2007-10-28T17:06:00.000-07:00

I bought an HP Pavillion laptop a few years ago for college, and it has gone to hell. It keeps telling me that I have inuficient virtual memory and it's super slow. So, I'm going to buy and Apple MackBook Pro tonight!

2007-07-24T11:56:00.000-07:00

I got the VSM Legend and miMount from Pro.Fit International for my iPod. I installed it and have been very happy with it ever since. My iPod easily snaps in and out of it and keeps it at eye level when I'm driving. The VSM Legend attached beneath the dashboard and is extremly sturdy. The miMount is then attached to that with screws, but the screws are covered with a sticker that is included so the whole thing looks pretty sharp even if the iPod isn't on it. I think that I will get another one of their mounts for my cell phone.

iPhones Available NOW!!!

2007-06-29T13:25:00.000-07:00

Today's the big day. iPhones are now available from Apple Stores and AT&T. I've considered getting one, but I have been quite satisfied with my Sprint services and am not ready to go back to AT&T (I was with them back before Cingular). We'll see though. As of now there will be lines of people so I definitly won't be getting one right away.

iPod Mount

2007-06-25T10:06:00.000-07:00

I recently got a 30GB iPod and have had problems using it in my car. I found a review of an iPod car mount, so I ordered one on from http://www.pro-fit-intl.com/. I'll let you know how it works out.

Apple to introduce the iPhone

2007-06-04T21:35:00.000-07:00

It all started with the iPod, and now Apple has integrated the functions of an iPod and put them into a smartphone. Said phone has been named the iPhone. It will be available to customers on June 29, 2007.

The phone not 0nly has music, but can play video and search the web. It is completly touchscreen except for the power button.

More details to come.