Good Afternoon on this chilly December day in New York. This is the newest member of Virtua Computers Inc., Anthony, and I'm updating our blog on two topics: the Grand Central store opening and Apple TV rumors. First off, Apple has opened yet another beautiful store in NYC, it's Grand Central location. I visited the store when it opened to the public on Dec. 9th and there was a mob of people in the 23,000-square-foot store. The store is located in the middle of the terminal and wraps around on the upper floors. Check it out, it's easily the most accessible...
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I would normally write this whole diatribe about this but the picture really does all of the justice.
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I personally want to thank everyone who we interviewed tonight waiting on line at the 5th Ave Apple Store - I know you are all anxious to see your faces up on the site, just sit tight editing has begun. In the mean time - check out Leonard's new Schwag!...
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As you all read this, I am boarding a plane to the Dominican Republic. Be jealous, it's OK.
Anyway, this Tech Tip Tool Thursday is all about best tech travel gear. What should a mobile workhorse always bring?
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The much anticipated FREE summer movie's in Bryant Park has announced this seasons playlist! The lawn opens at 5:00PM and arriving early is highly suggested since the grass fills up quickly. Blanket's are recommended. Movies are slated to all play on Monday's at sunset this summer. Playlist: JUNE 21st - Goldfinger JUNE 28th - Carousel JULY 5th - The French Connection JULY 12th - My Man Godfrey JULY 19th - The China Syndrome JULY 26th - Monty Python and the Holy Grail AUGUST 2nd - Rosemary's Baby AUGUST 9th - The Goodbye Girl AUGUST 16th - 12 Angry Men AUGUST 23rd - Bonnie and Clyde This is a great event and a...
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So today is the big day we have all been waiting for. Tony Stark is back in action in Iron Man 2!
No, we have not seen it nor do we trust the reviews we have read so far because honestly, whoever does not appreciate this movie for its cool toys, gadgets and gizmos shouldn’t be reviewing it.
Anyway, below is all of the cool Iron Man paraphernalia you can find for your various Apple Products.
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According to the LA Times the light emitted from the iPad screen "inhibits the release of melatonin, a chemical that tells your body to window down for the evening." The effect happens with any devices that emits this type of backlight, such as computer monitors, or cell phones - but the effect is increased due to the closeness that which a user holds their iPad to their face. If you like reading at night, don't fret - use the Amazon Kindle or the Barnes and Nobles Nook. Since these devices do not have a backlight, your melatonin secretion stays where...
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All of the rumors were true. The Macbook Pro line got refreshed today with the new line of "i" chips. Who is due for an upgrade?
If you have any questions about the new machines, send us a note or ask Leonard.
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Being a resident of NYC, I often go by the Apple Store on 5th Ave. I hardly go in there, unless I need a new pair of iPhone headphones (yes I use them with my HTC hero). According to Philip Elmer-DeWitt of Fortune Magazine, there is a Cornell study that figured out the glass cube which is the Apple Store on 5th avenue is the 5th most photographed landmark in NYC, and 28th in the world! In NYC the five most photographed landmarks are:
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