Follow my search for a useful tool from which I can edit and post to
this blog, without having to write it as a text file and then re do
all the formating when positing it through the website, I found a
useful tool on the Apple downloads Productivity Tools section.
Journler seems to fit the bill. I haven't had time to explore all it
has to offer (yes I am almost finished with my second course
assignment) but will be testing these out over the coming days.
Follow my search for a useful tool from which I can edit and post to this blog, without having to write it as a text file and then re do all the formating when positing it through the website, I found a useful tool on the Apple downloads Productivity Tools section. Journler seems to fit the bill. I haven't had time to explore all it has to offer (yes I am almost finished with my second course assignment) but will be testing these out over the coming days.
Having had a few problems with my E61 I became a bit disheartened with the whole thing. The main reason that I got this phone was the IMAP-Idle functionality it offered and as yet I still do not have this working to my satisfaction. However this may not be solely the handsets fault as neither Vodafone (my wireless provider) or Fusemail (my IMAP provider) seem to understand what I am trying to do, or fully support it.
This issue aside I have found a number of features which make me think that this is if not the ultimate all in one device then it is the closest thing so far. These are, in no particular order:
1) IMAP (-idle pending!), POP, Exchange, Blackberry and a number of other email standards are catered for.
Ok, so I don't have IMAP-Idle working perfectly but can still use the device to read my IMAP emails, just not on a 'push' basis.
2) GPRS, 3G and wifi support.
This is fantastic, at wireless hotspots and in my own home (or someone else's with wifi) I can save a fortune on data costs by using my / their wifi.
3) syncML support
Recently discovered ability so sync OTA (Over The Air) with my Fusemail address book and calendar as well as with iSync on my Mac.
Note: I have yet to successfully test the OTA sync but will report any problems.
4) PDA / PIM functionality (address book, contacts)
The inclusion of decent PIM applications have consigned my Axim to the bin (or ebay!), now I can manage my whole life on one device.
5) Notes
My desk and home would be covered in half written post it notes if it wasn't for this great feature. The only thing missing is the ability to index and search my notes as there are now so many of then.
6) the ability to open / edit word, excel and powerpoint documents
Although I do not personally use this I am sure and 'Enterprise' user would find this a major help.
7) the media player
Again I have as yet to use this fully but following the instructions on e-series I have managed to sync part of my iTunes library (not all as it is over 16 GB) to the memory card in my E61. It is no iPod but it all adds to the fact that this is one convergence device that seems to do lots of things and do them well, unlike previous attempts which do a bit of each thing badly.
Beyond the built in capabilities:
8) GPS
While it does not have built in GPS capability, with the addition of a bluetooth GPS the phone has the software (and the screen) for decent GPS navigation. With the addition of MG-Maps you will have full map / direction capability.
9) SSH client
With a simple download (PuTTY for Series60) I have been able to set up and manage my (Linux) home server from my E61 using SSH.
Just a couple of things which sprang to mind while I was thinking of throwing the phone out of the window after yet another failed attempt at sorting IMAP-Idle out.
Well after many waisted hours looking at sights like wfreeware and opensource mac I have finished (for now) getting all the software I need (a relative term!) for now. This includes:
AbiWord - open source word processor.
Adium - multi client instant messenger.
Celestia - a tool for exploring the universe from the desktop
ClamXav - anti-virus
Colloquy - IRC client
Cyberduck - FTP client
DivX Player - video player
Firefox - open source browser
Google Earth - a fantastic GPS tool and map
Hardware monitor - a temperature monitor for the macbook
iSync upgrade - for Nokia E61 compatibility
Mplayer - video player for everything VLC or DivX can't cope with
Quicksilver - after reading the raves about this I thought I would try it out but haven't had the time
RSS Owl - RSS reader
SyncTunes - to sync iTunes with my Nokia E61's memory card
Thunderbird - my girlfriend uses this for her email
VLC - yet another video player
StuffIt - zip utility
So, not an exhaustive list and by no means the best examples of what is available, just my personal favorites.
I am slowly catching up with the reading. I have to, my next lecture is on Saturday!
Not alot happening at the moment. I have 'finished' setting up the Home Server and managed to get that running smoothly thanks to alot of help from the guys at http://www.ubuntuforums.org .
I have also found a decent replacement for the E61 iSync icon from E-Series http://www.e-series.org/archives/33 and finished setting up my mac with the last missing piece, an IRC client (http://colloquy.info/). I will post a full software list later.
As far as the study goes I have got the results of my first assignment back and thankfully I passed. Would be great to celebrate but only a two weeks till the next one, busy busy!
Ok, So I deleted that last tool, it does't work. Though if anyone knows of a good tool for desktop blogging I would like to know about it.
(Still not caught up on the reading, why did I think Psychology woudl be a good Masters topic?)