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Google Analyticator 6.1 Released
Google Analyticator 6.1, a recommended update, has been released. Highlights include WordPress 3.0 support, updated async tracking code, dashboard stats by Analytics profile, more control over who gets tracked, and more control over who can see the dashboard widget.
Verify Google Analyticator is Working Correctly
Alex over at Question Defense wrote a nice, easy to follow guide for verifying Google Analyticator is functioning at the technical level. If you’ve ever been unsure Google Analyticator is working, follow these steps and put your mind at ease.
PowerPress Imports Podcasting
Great news today for former Podcasting users! PowerPress released version 1.0.4 with full support for migrating from Podcasting. If you’re looking for a great, WordPress 2.9 compatible replacement for Podcasting, PowerPress is the way to go.
WordCamp New York 2009
I’m going to be attending WordCamp New York 2009. WordCamps are always fun, so if you’re in the New York area on November 14 and 15, register, and I’ll see you there!
Keeping Computers in Sync on the Cloud
Maximum PC covers the best synchronization tools on the market. Personally, I use MobileMe for bookmarks, contacts, and calendars, then Dropbox for files. This keeps my MacBook Pro, Mac Mini, and iPhone in perfect sync.
Apple Considering Dumping Discs for SD Cards
Time is running out quickly for the optical medium. Even with Bluray, I have no problem working with just flash memory. I say, sure, take away my optical disc; I won’t miss it.
Prowl – Growl Notifications for iPhone
If you’re like me and are loving the iPhone 3.0′s push notifications, but wished you had something useful to actually be notified about, take a look at Prowl. The app pushes Mac Growl notifications to your iPhone. Amazing idea.
gdgt live’s Improved Live Coverage System
At 1pm EST today, gdgt live will be providing live coverage of Apple’s WWDC 2009. The live coverage will be delivered on a greatly improved system developed by Spiral Web Consulting. If you are interested in Apple’s event or just want to see what Spiral Web Consulting is up to, be sure to check it [...]
Why #spymaster is Twitter’s Problem
Eston Bond, a Spymaster developer, explains why #spymaster notifications are not spam and are really a problem with the Twitter platform itself. I completely agree with him. Twitter needs a way to filter messages, and if they don’t provide this support soon, client developers will.
New Features in WordPress 2.8
WordPress 2.8 is due any week now, and op111.net has a great rundown of all the new features available in the update. This doesn’t even include the new functionality available to plugin/theme developers.