Over the past few weeks, I’ve been following the rumors floating around regarding the new iPad and what exactly the post-pc geniuses were planning to release. On Wednesday, March 7th, Apple revealed their widely anticipated 3rd generation device to the masses.
With this anticipation in mind, I’ve done my research and have decided to finally dive into the crazed apple market and purchase my first-ever iPad. However, my knowledge of the device is limited to only the iPhone iOS experience and thus decided to indulge myself in one of the STAR Lab workshops that feature iPhoto and iMovie. This first post will be primarily about iPhoto, with the following about iMovie.
Previous to this workshop, I knew very little about the application, and the only photo editing work i’ve done has been on my desktop with Photoshop. The workshop itself was great, it taught me the in’s and out’s of the iPad app and I feel prepared to use it now.
About the workshop:
I learned how to import photos to the iPad, which can be done by either syncing directly with the computer or via iCloud. Next, I learned how to edit: cropping, resizing the image and the canvas size, reducing red-eye, straitening and enhancing the picture, and simple additional brush techniques that add can add layers. Essentially, this felt like Photoshop for the iPad.
I created 4 pictures that looked surprisingly good. I was lucky enough to learn this on the iPad rather than the Macs they had in the lab, because a friend of mine was kind enough to let me use hers – thanks!
Chapter 10 of Journalism Next, provided by Mark Briggs, specifies how important connecting with the audience really is.
Briggs claims creating said connection makes the feeling of a conversation, and that interactivity is taking place between the writer and the reader. To do this, he suggests:
– Using simple language to create and easy, well-flowing conversation.
– Reply to various comments about your article on the blog page.
– Talk about things relevant to the audience.
– Use various tools such as Facebook, Twitter, etc.
Creating these conversations can eventually create a community-like atmosphere on your website. The more people you bring into your community, the livelier it becomes, says Briggs.
Fairfax, VA — A common misconception with social media is that it’s primarily just a tool to reconnect with others. Well, while that may be true, it’s not the only reason.
The reason Facebook and other social media platforms are free, is because, well they essentially sell your information to third-party companies, typically advertising companies. You are effectively trading your privacy for a free service — not exactly free anymore is it?
It’s safe to say Facebook, Twitter, etc. more than likely will never become a paid service. If that were to ever happen the social media giants would lose hundreds of thousands of users. Instead, they’ll just keep selling your information like stockbrokers on wall street.
With just a few days left until Apple’s newest gadget is released, fanatics are anxious to get their hands on the latest generation iPad.
As always, Apple hasn’t officially said anything about the new device, and won’t until March 7th. With this in mind, there are a few naysayers that believe the device doesn’t even exist. However, several device repair companies have already received assembly parts to the new device, and someone was even kind enough to show us a video!
The truth will finally be revealed on March 7th, during Apple’s media event. What will the new device be called? iPad 3 as expected or something else? Only time will tell.
It’s been some time now since Amazon decided to dive into the tablet universe, which has provided users with ample time to use and discuss what they like and dislike about the product. The initial comments classified the Kindle Fire as an “iPad Killer”, but as time progressed users realized that this was never a goal of Amazon.
For those wanting to spend less than $250 on a perfectly capable android tablet, the Kindle Fire may just be what they’re looking for. With similar components packed into a smaller, 7inch device, $200 is a steal for those wanting to dip their toes into the tablet market. It’s not as powerful as the iPad, but it certainly holds its own ground.
Photography, whether printed or digital, can easily make an “alright” story into an absolutely captivating story. Years ago many journalists often found themselves lugging around massive laptop-like devices and huge still-photography cameras. Nowadays, just about everyone and their brother can become a journalist and photographer. With the introduction of high-resolution/high-megapixel cameras embedded in cell phones, the quality of pictures one can take is remarkably stunning.
Because of the ease of digital photography, journalists have including photos in their stories as second nature. By default, almost every news story you read, whether it’s on the internet or in the daily paper, has a picture related to the material.
Not every photograph is a good one however, here are a few suggestions when looking for that perfect photo:
1. Framing: the content of the image and the location in relation to the frame is utmost important when trying to convey a story. Be sure to decide what should and should not be within the frame of your shot, as some objects may not serve a purpose. Picking objects related to your story and framing them in a unique way can make for an attractive photo. Also, never have your focal point in the very center of the picture, as it creates a sense of dullness – the human eye likes asymmetrical depictions.
2. Tone & Color: Contrast, exposure, white balance, and effects should always be taken into consideration when taking and editing a photo for a story. These aspects can really effect how a photo turns out.
With the ever-changing world of technology, the mobile platform now finds itself as a primary tool for journalists. Growing more and more popular every year, journalists are now finding mobile phones and other devices to prepare them for anything, at any time. One can easily share digital media, tweet, update their facebook, etc., on the go with very little effort. Strikingly different from the past, journalists no longer have to carry around large contraptions just to get simple work tasks done.
The introduction of tablet computers will easily make this mobile platform double in value over the next few years. Interestingly enough, this blog post was written from an android based tablet on the go!
North Carolina — After finding out about a disrespectful post on Facebook about him, this North Carolina father finds a new way to punish his daughter. The bizzare punishment? Unload a round of bullets into his daughter’s brand new laptop.
That’s right, Tommy Jordan took upon himself to destroy his daughter’s laptop after just preparing it for school. It doesn’t end there. No, in fact he went as far as recording the action and posting it onto YouTube. Not only that, but the video went viral in less than a week.
What do you think? What this justifiable or simply hypocritical?
