I want to get this (Maybe, but keep reading)! AT&T reception in general sucks (I used to be on Verizon). I get plenty of dropped calls, sometimes even standing still in one spot in mid conversation. Griffin is known for some of the best designed peripherals for the mac, iPod, iPhone, and other Apple products. I have the Elevator and seriously it’s one of the simplest, most elegant solutions you can get to raise your portable. I know it may seem trivial but having a dual monitor set-up I think it’s almost absolutely necessary.

OK, back to the ClearBoost. This is a hard case that has an integrated antenna built into, boosting your bars a bit in dim reception places. I do want this but, and there’s always a but…because it is a signal booster case, it also comes with, yep you guessed it, an external antenna. I don’t have one to review because I’m not a fancy blogger nor some legit news outlet but judging from the pics over at iLounge, the antenna jets out at the top. Hello, it’s 2008. We don’t want nubs or antennas that stick out anymore. So there you have it. It’s a dealbreaker for me. However, if you have spotty reception, like antenna’s from ‘05, or just flat out enjoy absorbing radiation from the iPhone, this may possibly be the best case for the iPhone.

As of this blog post, this case is so fresh that I couldn’t find it on Griffin’s site so go hit up the iLounge link.

One of those things I seriously hate doing is firing up Photoshop to edit some stupid ass picture.  Yes, I know there are plenty of software out there (free and commercial) that can do lightweight photo editing but you know what?  I don’t like any of them either A) I’m biased for no good reason, B) I hate learning new software because I’m lazy, C) I’m used to tried and true and never really gave a chance for new software to shine.  Well, the tides have turned and today I’m using ImageWell.  I’ve heard of this lightweight photo-editor before but never really gave it a chance.  An article over at TUAW announcing v3.5 and that they use it there for their blog as well.  I decided to give it a shot.  The operations are insanely easy and does all the things I need to do quick!  It has a small footprint so you can keep your RAM in check.  It also has a nifty upload tool to get your images to your server quickly (or if you prefer, a folder on your local).  I implore everyone who hates firing up PS for stupid little chores and tasks to give this wonderful bundle of code a shot.  If you like it, buy it!  I know I will.

I’m glad it’s gone universal but the speed seems to be the same (Macbook Pro, 1st gen). The interface is a huge improvement and is quite snappy. I’m finally able to integrate the toolbars into the window without them free floating everywhere, which was something I missed from the Windows Office apps. I’ll report back later when I have more time to work with it.

Yes, another year has passed and another keynote given by Steve. The highlight this year is the Macbook Air. It’s so beautifully crafted. It’s been a mixed bag of reviews from user comments on popular tech blogs though. I think people don’t realize that this machine is really for people who DON’T want to carry much with them. This notebook is light and has a great keyboard and screen. It really doesn’t sacrifice all that much. If you want more USB, get a portable hub like the one Kensington makes. I think the battery is a non-issue. Apple said they will price the battery to be the same as the Macbook Pro and they’ll do the install for free. Please people, stop your whining. If you don’t like it, don’t get it. There are plenty of Dells, Sony’s and HPs to choose from.

I’m a little late on this but the OLPC project seems to be on full swing now.  Between November 12th to November 26th, you can make a donation for a child in a developing country and in return get one for yourself.  The donation is $399 and $200 of it is tax deductible.  Additionally, you’ll get T-Mobile’s HotSpot access for a full year for free.  Check out the details here for the Give One, Get One promo.