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WordPress for Android 1.0 Release
I’ve just installed the new WordPress for Android 1.0 app on my Droid phone and love it. It’s so easy to update my blog. You can download the app in the Marketplace on your Droid phone by Searching for “wordpress” and download the app by Automattic, Inc. OR visit the download page and scan the barcode with the barcode scanner app (if you have it installed).
Some of the features include the ability to:
- Configure and manage multiple blogs
- Comment moderation including the ability to reply to comments
- Create and Edit Posts including categories, tags and photos
- Create and Edit Pages
- Get notified of new comments in the Android notification bar
Here is a brief video showing the app in action:
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Upgrade to WordPress 2.9.2
There’s another WP upgrade to 2.9.2. The problem is with logged in users, they can peek at trashed posts belonging to other authors. If you have untrusted users signed up on your blog and sensitive posts in the trash, you should upgrade to 2.9.2. Or you can upgrade in your blog administration by clicking on Tools->Upgrade to upgrade.
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Flash Player 10.1 coming to Motorola Droid
For those of you with a Motorola Droid, you’re probably anxiously waiting for the release of the Flash Player 10.1. Motorola Announced on January 6, 2010, that the Flash Player will be released soon. This is an awesome step for mobile browsing to not have limitations anymore on what content can be accessed by a smartphone. I love this idea of actually being able to surf the web and view Flash websites and components.
You can view some info right from Adobe http://blogs.adobe.com/flashplatform/2010/01/flash_player_101_coming_to_mot.html of Flash Payer 10.1.
You can watch this video of Flash Player 10.1 on Motorola Droid
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WordPress 2.8.6 Uprgrade
There’s another uprgrade to WordPress available. Time to upgrade to 2.8.6. The upgrade fixes two security problems that can be exploited by registered, logged in users who have posting privileges. If you have untrusted authors on your blog, upgrading to 2.8.6 is recommended. Read more here http://wordpress.org/development/2009/11/wordpress-2-8-6-security-release. Download the most current version of WordPress here http://wordpress.org/download.
Version 2.9 should be available soon but it’s still being tested http://wordpress.org/development/2009/11/bug-hunt-in-progress.
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WordPress 2.8.5 Upgrade
WordPress has a new security upgrade with 2.8.5. The major fixes are a fix for the Trackback Denial-of-Service attack that is currently being seen. Removal of areas within the code where php code in variables was evaluated. Switched the file upload functionality to be whitelisted for all users including Admins. And, Retiring of the two importers of Tag data from old plugins.
It’s recommended that the upgrade be performed. I just upgraded a couple of my sites with no issues (so far). Read more about the upgrade here http://wordpress.org/development/2009/10/wordpress-2-8-5-hardening-release. You can either upgrade right in your blog administration if you’ve manually installed WordPress or you can just download the new version at http://wordpress.org.
You can also hire me to upgrade your blog for you. I offer WordPress Installation http://sweetboutiquedesign.com/item_26/WordPress-Installation.htm.
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Pantone Colors Fall 2009
The new Pantone colors for fall 2009 are pictured above, which I absolutely love this year. The colors are so vibrant and inspiring! Click here to read the full Fall Fashion Report from Pantone. Make sure you check out all the great color tools Pantone has to offer for any design project you’re working on at www.pantone.com.
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Adobe Font Finder
Adobe now has a way to find a font for your next design project at http://www.adobe.com/type/- There are over 2,500 fonts to choose from in many different categories. You can search for fonts using their keyword search tool or use the Font Finder to locate the perfect font by classification, style, use and more. Another way to find fonts is by categories, collections, by font designers. I’m looking forward to using this nice tool from Adobe in the future. I also have my eye on Adobe Font Folio 11. Ooh, that makes me excited! There are over 2,300 fonts from the Adobe Type Library in OpenType® format. Font Folio 11 is a great selection of typeface for print, web, video, and electronic documents that has true cross-form compatibility.
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Designer
Most people don’t realize the time, energy and expertise that go into creating a website, logo, or any graphic element. Small and large design studios face the same challenges with educating current and potential clients to the standard design practices they adhere to. Most people who are looking for a website or logo design need to be educated on some basics before they decide to hire one. This is just a little guide to help you (the client) get the most of your designer.
First, a client needs to do their homework on what type of designer they want and what that designer’s experience or credentials are. Do they only work with certain hosts or systems? There are many solutions for a website design. For example, one CMS or shopping cart isn’t right for all businesses. Next, the client must know their budget, realistic time frame and what their business model and goals are. Without a solid understanding of a client’s own business model and goals for the business, developing a website for that business can be challenging. The next most important thing is for a client to understand that the design firm they decide to hire is a professional business, the same as a law firm or architect. || Read more »
