If you, like me, are excited about the possibility of creating rich apps for the iPhone but aren’t too excited about paying the high price for the iPhone I’ve got just the solution for you. MarketCircle, creator of the great Mac time tracking software Billings has created iPhoney, an iPhone simulator that allows you to test your web apps on an amazingly realistic looking iPhone interface. From their website: “iPhoney is...

I’m planning a photo project entitled Photo Tour of Wayne County. I’m hoping to get shots all over the area of places that sum up life in this area. The places can be landmarks, popular places or just special places that others should know about. Keep in mind that they don’t have to be entire buildings, they can be a small detail that exists in the area. Maybe a door that’s particularly interesting, a beautiful...

After a couple years of using my faithful Minolta Dimage Z1 I’ve just upgraded to a new camera! I ended up getting a Nikon D40 with the kit lens (18-55mm) and I’m already loving it! It’s a little hard to get used to a more professional camera that doesn’t try to hold your hand as much but I’m getting there. I also ordered the Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR lens, so that should keep me busy for a while. Keep an eye on...

Phil Dow, the creator of the great journaling software Journler has finally gotten some recognition for his wonderful work! Macworld has reviewed his software and given it a 4.5 star rating! I’ve been involved with the Journler project for some time now and it’s wonderful to see the project really taking off! Check out the writeup on...

Our plans have changed and rather than going to the New England area for our vacation, which is coming up one week from today, we’re going to take a road trip up to the Niagara Falls/Northern New York area. We’ve been trying to keep the planning to a minimum in hopes that this will be the most laid back and stress-free vacation we’ve ever taken. We know we’re driving and we know we’re going to see Niagara...