Top three wallpaper changers ... I'm not sure what the obsession is with wallpapers and the web, but some people love 'em. Here's a few applications that should make you happy.WallPaperChanger.de
ScrollWall
Wallpaper Juggler
Wallpaper - change your view
Top three wallpaper changers ... I'm not sure what the obsession is with wallpapers and the web, but some people love 'em. Here's a few applications that should make you happy.WallPaperChanger.de
ScrollWall
Wallpaper Juggler
Cobacoli - new balls please (game)
There's something familiar and pleasing about ... Cobacoli ... it might be the simple graphics or calming music (very Radiohead). Then again it might be that there's nothing new here ... but it's oddly addictive and well put together.Headlines 01 - the web today
I must admit i've not found very much to blog about over the last few days. Maybe that's the end of the 2.0 boom? In an attempt to keep you amused, here are some links i almost blogged about but ... well ... didn't!
Windows 65 - the oldest computer
When builders go mad - Dubia architecture
Microsoft gets roasted - Vista Video
Pub ammo - 50 weird facts
LinkBlip - let me know
It's a clever idea ... LinkBlip.com ... but i'm not sure how exactly you might use it. The site lets you know when someone clicks on a link you have sent them. I think it falls into the 'bookmark it just in case' category.Zero Punctuation - games reviews
I've been a fan of ... Zero Punctuation ... for a while now, if you like your games reviews on the dark side it's well worth a visit. Keep an eye out for the clever music links ... here's a couple of my favourites ...
ZP - Orange Box ... he likes Portal.
ZP - MOH-Airborne ... ouch.
ZP - Guitar Hero ... on fire.
The Guitar Zeros - playing live
Guitar Hero (game), has taken the console world by storm ... Current_ .... has a great video ... 'Plasticky Goodness' ... on how 'The Guitar Zeros' have modified the game to play at gigs. The software can be downloaded here.Mega64 - games meet real life
In the not too distant future ... the team from ... Mega64 ... set out to create the ultimate game experience ... when games meet real life. Look for the videos down the left hand side ... especially Paperboy.Retris - Tetris harder (game)
Fans of Tetris (who isn't), should appreciate ... Retris ... i like that they have tried to bring something new to the game but still keep it's original vibe. The history of Tetris is also worth a look here at Wikipdeia.Risk - rules the world (game)
Digital board game anyone? If you're gonna play one, play a classic ... Risk ... available now for the pc and they've made a pretty good job of it too.Social Wallpapering - not diy
Desktop wallpapers are popular currency on the internet ... Social Wallpapering ... aims to share the love. Upload, download from an amazing variety.World Taximeter - fair fares
Picture the scene ... you arrive in a big city and need a cab, quick. Worried you might get ripped off ... World Taximeter ... to the rescue. Cool idea, try it.
befunky.com - cartoonizer
There's nothing new about sites that manipulate images ... befunky.com ... is in beta mode, but with some nice ideas. The cartoonizer is worth a look.Shift - so simple, so clever (game)
Every now and then someone adds a twist to a game that turns things upside down. Quite literally in the case of ... Shift ... a nifty little puzzler, with a cheeky twist. Play it now.Line Golfer - above par (sorry) (game)
I couldn't resist at least one golf pun ... Line Golfer ... is the next step on from ... Line rider an ... internet legend ... you can create your own course or play a sample ... warning, addictive!Ultimate Youtube Download Guide - Youtopia
There's two key things to know when downloading from Youtube ... 1. They don't want you to ... and 2. Files are an odd format (flv). Dozens of sites claim to solve this ... but with Youtube playing cat and mouse, reliability is often an issue.Listed below, examples that work online or as desktop applications ... some, more effective than offers ... but they're all free. With this many options you should find a solution.
Download & Convert (online)
http://youconvertit.com/
http://vixy.net/
http://convertyoutube.com/
http://www.filepop.com/index.aspx
Download only (online, file is flv)
http://clipnabber.com/
http://keepvid.com/
http://www.savetube.com/
http://www.splandoo.com/
http://www.viddownloader.com/
http://youtubeloader.com/
http://www.youtubecatcher.com/
Firefox Plugins
https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/search?q=download+video&status=4
Desktop Applications (pc)
http://eurekr.com/download.html
http://www.benjaminstrahs.com/
http://www.save2pc.com/
http://www.vdownloader.es/
http://youtubedownload.altervista.org/
http://www.newrad.com/software/tubesucker/
Desktop Applications (mac)
http://tooble.tv/
http://web.mac.com/simonvrel/en/gettube/gettube.html
http://www.chimoosoft.com/products/tubetv/
http://www.scottkellam.com/os-x-software/get-tube-download-youtube-videos-and-audio-files-to-your-mac/
File conversion (online)
http://www.all2convert.com/index.html
http://media-convert.com/
Update - New sites i've not tested ...
http://tube2avi.com/
http://catchvideo.net/
http://www.convertdirect.com/
Day of the Bobteds - puzzle (game)
So the name is a little odd, don't let that put you off ... Day of the Bobteds ... starts easy but quickly becomes challenging. I like that it remembers my levels so i can dip in and out ... high marks.Wimpy - flv player (pc/mac)
Downloading videos from Youtube is pretty easy these days, but getting hold of a decent player for the flv format can be a pain ... Wimpy ... is a free desktop player that works for mac and pc ... give it a spin.MediaCoder - change your tunes (pc)
Most people know they can use Itunes to convert audio formats but ... MediaCoder ... takes it to the next level. A free application that could be very useful, well worth exploring if you're a music head.Itunes file conversion.
Soundboard - Portal, still alive
Fans of the game Portal should enjoy this ... Portal Soundboard ... with great quality samples. It includes the 'Still Alive' song (track 10) that has become an internet hit.Lego Factory - digital bricks (mac or pc)
When i was a kid i loved Lego ... Lego Factory ... a sort of 3d Lego designer, has turned me into that kid again. Download the free software and start creating. Share with friends or order a real life version of your design. Warning ... time killer!Internet Legends - number 14
First there was Pimp my Snack ... then due to legal reasons ... Pimp That Snack ... either way a simple idea and now an internet legend. Create bigger, better versions of your favourite snacks. Massive Mars Bars or Enormous Scotch Eggs ... they're all here, step by step recipes and pictures.Wikipedia for more info.
Orbita - batteries included (game)
Right up my street, a simple little flash game ... with a fresh and creative take on a familiar format ... Orbita ... is a simple puzzle game, but it's oozing style and originality. Well worth a spin.Big Box Of Blox - quality download (game)
I'm always amazed that you can get high quality games completely free on the net ... Big Box Of Blox ... not that original, but more than makes up for that by being very polished and completetly free (mac and pc compatible).Velociraptor Safari - let's off road (game)
Scientists got it all wrong, far from being extinct ... dinosaurs just went on holiday. That's according to ... Off Road Velociraptor Safari ...Using the unity plugin means great 3d effects and speed. If not installed you will need to download it but it's simple, give it a go ... mac / pc compatible.
Google Labs - join in
One of the things i really like about Google is that they're always trying out new stuff. Check ... Google Experimental Search ... five new ways to improve their search features. Choose one you like the look of and join in the experiment.DVDslidesowGUI - pics to dvd easy (pc)
Turn your holiday snaps into a cool DVD slideshow with ... DVDslideshowGUI ... use the simple mode to create something in minutes or the more advanced settings for a masterpiece.Clipart - social art site
When i think of free clipart i see dull 80's Powerpoints and financial reports but ... Clipart.org ... is out to prove that's wrong. Stacks of good pics and if they don't have it you can request it ... i've asked for a snow boarding hedgehog ... sweet.Quinn - Tetris for Apple Mac (game)
Finally a game just for the mac crew ... Quinn ... yes i know technically it's another Tetris clone. But it's great ... super sleek mac graphics and some cool game play ideas ... pc owners can only drool. Did i mention it was freeware, fantastico!ok, ok i feel sorry for the rest of you, here's ... Free Tetris ... the flash version.
Digg goes vid - social tv?
I've only just got around to checking in with ... The Digg Reel ... even though i'm a big fan of the main site. This new online show scoops up the best vids voted for by the Digg community. A little 'American' in presentation for me .. but still a good way to catch up.
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