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iTunes visualizer secrets By Rob Griffiths If you’re an iTunes user, you’re probably familiar with its visualizer, those nifty visual effects that you enable via Command-T, the Visual Effects button in iTunes’ main window, or using the Visualizer -> Turn Visualizer On menu item. As your music plays, colors, lines and images flow from your iTunes window in an oddly hynpotic manner. If you’ve played with the visualizer much, you’re probably aware you can control how it behaves—certain keystrokes control different behaviors. For instance, press F to toggle the frame rate display on or off, or press O to enter overscan mode, which is useful if you’re watching the visualizer on a television set. There are a number of other commands, and you can see them all by pressing H or / (the question mark key), as seen in the image below (there are two screens of commands; press H to toggle through both of them). As you can see, you can control quite a few variables—everything from seeing the current configuration’s name (press C) to choosing a configuration by number (0 through 9), or choosing a random configuration (R). But what’s not apparent is that there are some other visualizer options available. These will be easier to use if you first press C, which puts the configuration information at the top left corner of the visualizer screen. Once it’s visible, try these keys: * Q and W will cycle the available configurations (the top row of the configuration display). As you change configurations, give iTunes a second or two to catch up, and you’ll then see a new shape on your screen. * A and S will change the waveform (the second row of the configuration display). Again, wait for iTunes to catch up after pressing either letter, and you’ll see a new wave shape overlayed on your chosen configuration. * Z and X will change the colors in use for the chosen configuration (the last row of the configuration display). Finally, if you’re really keen on seeing the Apple logo in the middle of your visualizer, you can have it appear at any time by pressing B. Presto, instant Apple logo. (To make it go away again, press H—or any other ‘show something’—keystroke.)

Nokia N95 Gear | Cell Phones | On-off Don't call the new Nokia N95 a phone — it's "an all-in-one multimedia computer," according to the company. And the N95 ($700; Q1 2007) has the specs to back up that description. The headset features the S60 software on Symbian OS with web browser and email client, a 2.6" QVGA display, integrated GPS functionality, and a 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, giving you the ability to capture print quality photos and DVD-like video clips. Designed for HSDPA networks (with support for WLAN, EDGE and WCDMA networks), the N95 also offers built-in stereo speakers, a standard 3.5mm audio jack, and a slick 2-way slide concept — a numeric keypad slides out from one end while dedicated media keys slide out from the other, converting the display into full screen landscape mode.

Uncrate sirius-stiletto.jpg Sirius Stiletto 100 Gear | Portable Media | On-off This sleek device lets you listen to live and recorded Sirius satellite radio programming while on the go. The Sirius Stiletto 100 ($350) stores up to 100 hours of programming (2GB) and features one-touch recording, Wi-Fi connectivity, a bright 2.2" color display, 30 channel presets, and Sirius' GameAlert and GameZone options. Plus, the Stiletto also plays MP3/WMA files and lets you bookmark and purchase your favorite tracks online. [via] Posted on 09.27.06 | Permalink | Digg It | Delicious Send to a friend Email this story to: Your email address: Welcome Uncrate is a web magazine for guys who love stuff. Our team finds the best gadgets, clothes, cars and more so you can blow your rent money easier. Updated daily. Newsletter | RSS | Archives | Contact us Uncrate Stuff Uncrate Stuff Save a list of your favorite items on your own Uncrate Stuff page. Learn more or sign up now. Shop at apt Shop at 2Modern Site Meter Visit Outblush! Recent Gear Provence Sante Shampoo and Body Wash Audi R8 Sony Ericsson MBW-100 Bluetooth Watch Taverniti So Brando Denim Amenity Pillows City Lights T-Shirt Sirius Stiletto 100 Zero Halliburton DJ Case Armani Exchange Tweed Blazer Bottle Opener / Fridge Magnet Hot Categories LaptopsiPod Accessories DVDsTees & Polos Fragrances Exotic Cars Wallets Cell Phones Music Furniture Drinkware Sports Cars Shoes Digital Cameras SUVs & Wagons Books Home Audio & Speakers Lighting TV & Video Watches About Uncrate Uncrate is the No. 1 buyer's guide for men. We test and highlight cool items from cell phones to DVDs to cars. Five new products are added every week day for your perusal. You're welcome. Subscribe: Newsletter | RSS Feed Browse: Categories | Archives Contact: Tips & Requests | Advertise Jump: Gear | Cars | Style | Crib | Discs Copyright © 2005-2006 Dejarik Media. All rights reserved. Don't steal our stuff. That would be very undude.

LESS THAN THEY EARNED Nick and Aaron Carter were Howard’s next guests, and Nick said they lived together, and, along with their three sisters, have filmed a reality show, “The House of Carters,” for E!. Nick noted he got into the Backstreet Boys because his mom was insistent that he become famous, and admitted he had mixed feelings about her actions. Nick went on to say he had money, but not as much as he thought he should’ve earned. Although Nick said he wasn’t going to “cry over spilled milk” in regard to his finances, Howard told him he had the right to be upset over it, noting how hard it was to make it in show business in the first place. Aaron added he had the same problem, mentioning there was some money missing from his bank account as well, but Howard replied he’d get to him in a minute. WHAT IT’S LIKE WITH PARIS…AND OTHERS Nick acknowledged he had sex with Paris Hilton, and called getting her “a conquest.” Nick also recalled how Howard was able to “get under Paris’ skin,” explaining that, while they were together, she was very nervous the morning he interviewed Rick Solomon, her former boyfriend who was her “co-star” in their infamous sex tape. Nick then said Paris accused him of physical violence toward her, but he denied the allegation, and mentioned she never pressed charges against him for the supposed incident. Nick next claimed he lost his virginity when he was 15, and that his partner was the teacher, Debbie LaFave, who made the news earlier this month for having sex with one of her students...although she was his classmate and not his teacher at the time. Nick then got back to Paris, who he met at a club in Los Angeles. Nick added he and Paris made out in his car that night, but that he was able to resist having sex with her for two weeks as a way to seem more desirable to her. However, Nick said he gave in to Paris when they went to the Bahamas, and that he was hurt when she broke up with him. Nick also claimed he had sex with Willa Ford, and ranked Debbie LaFave as his best sexual experience, while explaining the other good partners he had were women who weren’t famous. Nick then said he had the chance to be with both Mandy Moore and Jessica Simpson as well, but that he turned them down because he was dating Willa at the time.