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How to Charge Your iPhone

Chris — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 01:49:05 +0000

How to Charge Your iPhone is a post from Chris Pirillo

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I would have liked to go to an event, but I had to stay home and charge my iPhone. Thankfully, there’s a new charger on the block, from the people at Griffin – the PowerBlock Reserve. I know you remember them, and the exceptional deals that they’ve given us recently. The response was so great that they’ve extended the offer! If you use coupon code pirillogo you’ll save 25% on your order!

I unboxed the PowerBlock Reserve prior to starting this video, and have already been using it. It’s pretty small, and there are two parts to it. Simply flip down the adapter and plug it into an electrical socket… and it charges the battery for your iPod or iPhone. Presto! You have juice. The idea is that you can take this with you on the go.

My suggestion is to place this next to the door that you use when leaving your house. Then you’ll always remember to grab it and take it with you. This way, your phone won’t be dead in the water if you’re gone all day. We know how important it is to have a working and fully charged battery.

It’s interesting… it doesn’t actually “click” into the iPhone. It has a magnet that snaps it in place, and it works very well. There’s a USB port on the bottom that allows you to attach the iPhone or iPod to it. Actually – you can charge ANY USB device with this!

If you do not yet have an external battery on your iPhone or iPod, what are you waiting for? You’ll save 25% on this excellent little device – and it works perfectly!

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How to Edit Audio and Video with a PowerMate

Chris — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:31:44 +0000

How to Edit Audio and Video with a PowerMate is a post from Chris Pirillo

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I wasn’t using a mouse to scroll up and down on the page a moment ago. I was using a new device that plugs in via USB – and is cross-platform. I can configure the little spinner to do whatever it is I want it to do! It glows, as well. So you KNOW I’m going to love it! It’s the PowerMate by our friends at Griffin. The PowerMate is a volume knob – and so much more!

Use the PowerMate to edit your movies, or even scroll through long documents. Heck, create an audio masterpiece with it! PowerMate has an assignable controller that you can program to do anything you want – in any application – on both OS X and Windows! Customize to fit your needs, and your imagination!

The real power of PowerMate is its programmable driver. You can quickly and easily program it to execute any Key Command, in any application. PowerMate is the coolest volume knob your desk has ever seen. Edit your video masterpiece with your very own Jog/Shuttle wheel. PowerMate is the fastest way to scroll through long text documents, web pages and spreadsheets.

Did I mention that it glows? There’s an awesome blue light glows underneath the PowerMate. When you turn up the volume, the light gets brighter. Mute the sound, and the light turns off. H-E-L-L-O! Massive win right there!

As I mentioned earlier today in the Griffin Elevator Fan video, the folks at Griffin have a special deal just for all of you! Go to their website right now using my special link, and enter the coupon code: pirillogo during checkout. You’ll save a whopping 25% off of anything on the site! That’s one heck of a deal!

I’m also giving away a PowerMate to one of you! Here’s how you win: Log in to your Twitter account, and send out the following tweet:

I’m saving 25% off any Griffin product with the pirillogo coupon through go.tagjag.com/griffin Yes I’m a #griffingeek

One of you is going to win this awesome little piece of Technology heaven!

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Cool Your Laptop with a Griffin Coupon!

Chris — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 06:39:56 +0000

Cool Your Laptop with a Griffin Coupon! is a post from Chris Pirillo

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Just how cool are you? Is it cool in your room? Is your notebook computer cool? It may look cool, but is it running cool? You may need to have something that will keep it nice and chilled, such as the Elevator Fan by Griffin.

The Elevator Fan is really great. It comes in three parts that are simple to snap together. There are two metal legs with rubber on the feet (and on the top!), and a plastic piece that holds them together. That really is all there is. It lifts the notebook up off the desk to an ergonomic height of 5.5″, which matches most computer monitors. At the same time, it allows for 360 degree cooling!

So my friend Dave over at Griffin asked me if I wanted to pass on some excellent savings to all of you. DUH! If you use my Griffin link and enter the coupon code: pirillogo – you will save yourself 25% off ANYTHING on the site!! How’s that for an amazing coupon?

Also, we’re going to be giving away a couple of Griffin products! If we get a lot of people to participate in this giveaway, we just might be able to get Dave to give away even more! Here’s what you need to do to win yourself an Elevator Fan:

Log in to your Twitter account, and tweet this out: I’m saving 25% off any Griffin Product with the PIRILLOGO coupon through go.tagjag.com/griffin – Yes, I’m a #griffingeek

I will pick one person to win an Elevator Fan of your very own! Let people know they can save money on any Griffin product, and keep your eyes open for more giveaways courtesy of the folks at Griffin.

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Griffin Clarifi Macro Lens for iPhone Camera

Chris — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 06:35:31 +0000

Griffin Clarifi Macro Lens for iPhone Camera is a post from Chris Pirillo

If you’ve always wanted to take macro shots with your iPhone 3G, you want the Griffin Clarifi. Here’s the original upload for best comparison purposes.

How to Handle Remote Tech Support

chris@lockergnome.com (Chris Pirillo) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 06:30:00 GMT

Using GoToAssist is the easiest way to view and control another person's computer online. Use it to provide instant technical support to family, friends and customers. Start a session with just one click, and instantly connect with the other party.

Network Tools for Windows

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VMware and Parallels for Virtual Machines

chris@lockergnome.com (Chris Pirillo) — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 06:30:00 GMT

It doesn't matter if you're running on Windows or Mac OS X - every power user needs either Parallels or VMware (or both). There's never been an easier way to test software without destroying your primary operating system's stability. Think of how many times you wish you could press a 'reverse' button on your computer. Plus, there's no easier way to try new Linux distributions - see what all the fuss is about. Run Windows in OS X, run Linux in Windows, but the best way to do either is with VMware and/or Parallels.

Coupons for Online Shopping

chris@lockergnome.com (Chris Pirillo) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:56:13 GMT

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