Well the blog is back again, after that I tried to restore the maximum posts from old backup files, and I will be back again blogging with different topics from personal to advertising to entertainment, etc…
In the past few days lot of things were going on, Google today has 75% of the US search market, Google Q2 financial reports were perfect doing like 35% better than the previous year same quarter, even though Adsense system and click adds dropped down, and the US economy is so bad.

Microsoft still fighting and doing their bests to get the YAHOO deal, but it is too late for them, maybe they should start some new business after all what was happening with them since the VISTA launch, as I said it previously VISTA is The END of the software giant, it is not their time anymore, above all that Bill is busy with his organization now, but till when?

As for Facebook or Yahoo not much news, not following their updates as no interest for me in losers. But I can tell you something that LinkedIN is a perfect place and community for professionals.

BobnBab Ltd. yes it is one of the fast growing agencies in the region, lot of things going around, big and unique accounts won by the company, soon I will have the chance to write a dedicated post about the company and its latest activities.

BeirutNightLife is preparing for the re-launch that’s what I can promise you with this exclusive headline, with a big surprise!

Kevin R is still travelling the world and blogging, and so do I

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The web was created in 1989, than Amazon was found in 1994 to set the Internet standards for sales, 1998 2 university developers created Google, that is the Giant today.

A lot of main things happened since the creation of the web, if we will put them in a time line it will be a long one, but we can go in brief with what happened since that time.

2002 Blogger was found, as well Friendster the biggest social networking site at that time. Google bought Blogger, and they launched Google News.

2003 was year of the blog.

2006 MSN bought Friendster.

2007 MSN answered Google, while launching NEWS BOTSTER, they bought

What are the future expectations or plans?

2008 Google will buy Amazon, and they will have the GOOGLEZON

Many other things to happen till 2014 where the Giant Google will launch EPIC (Evolved Personalize Information Construct).

Want to know it all and in one easy clip?

Check the movie below.

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Well there are many reasons and I will go over them in this blog post. I used to hate all these social websites (myspace, hi5, etc…) and I never had interest in any, but in the beginning of the current year with less work in hand, I got an invitation from a friend to join the fakebook network. At the beginning I went over it to explore all its features, to tell the truth I liked, and with time with adding friends and friends adding me I liked the way I got back to old friends that I missed all their contact information. But later on I used to spend lot of time on it and share more info about me and friends, and photos until I found that is 100% silly and it is time to stop it. But I never did it; I just spent less time on it. Till the time fakebook launched their applications and users profile pages started to be a mess, I didn’t know what to do at the beginning just went over all the applications to see its functionality and use, and again later on I found them all a waste of time, for those under age internet users or some loosers who don’t know how and what to use the internet for. So for Mr. Mark if you are still having the 18years rules to give membership to your fakebook just reverse it because the truth of your API is for those under 18 years old.

Today my fakebook is empty it has no information just my name, my old photo albums, and that’s it, that’s enough I think. I kept the account like this because I want to know what is going on in it as it is part of my business (for those who don’t know what I do please refer for this old post, BoBnBaB in the light).

After the long introduction about my fakebook usage, let us laugh a bit on what those people at fakebook are dreaming. They say they are worth than $15 billion, or they are the yesterday of the Giant Google or the long time ago of Microsoft, they think they will crash myspace, and they are the future of the internet… let me tell them that their climax was reached, and that’s it, when you aim to go over a Giant like Google at least have a good content on your platform, not a platform full of kids stuff, when you want to have a great advertising program have a great support at least, when you want to be #1 don’t dream too much and let your ego crash over you.

My point of view was that, and if fakebook should be sold is not more than $1 billion just because of the war between Google, Microsoft & Yahoo in order to rule the online advertising, but other than that fakebook is worth like $100million and not more. So Mr. Mark Zuckenberg go sell it today before you find out that you are just a dreamer, and start thinking John Lenon famous song “Imagine”

Just missed blogging, and wanted to write about something to state facts. And if you will search the internet you will find lot of points of views saying what is written above.

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I got a whole bunch of press photos for Nokia’s announcement in London tomorrow, and decided to share with you. Supposedly there would be five phones all focused on entertainment. The N81 gaming phone, N95 music edition with 8GB memory built in, and XpressMusic series 5700, 5610 and 5310.

Catch the jump to see them all.

N95 8GB edition — N95 with minor modifications and a black body:

N81 gaming phone:

5310 XpressMusic (slider on the left), 5610 XpressMusic (candy bar on the right): 

The 5700 XpressMusic is only a black music edition of the already selling 5700, no big deal.

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Inspired by Mount Fuji, Taisei Construction Corporation has completed designs for construction of the world’s tallest building. The X-Seed 4000 (no idea where that came from) would stand at approximately 13,123 feet (4 km), nearly 700 feet (213 m) taller than the real Mount Fuji. The next tallest buildings don’t even break 2,000 feet, how puny! While likely to never be built, the X-Seed would have up to 800 floors, and be capable of housing between 500,000 and 1,000,000 people.

Unlike conventional skyscrapers, the X-Seed 4000 would be required to actively protect its occupants from considerable air pressure gradations and weather fluctuations along its massive elevation. Its design calls for the use of solar power to maintain internal environmental conditions. Some estimate that the cost to construct the X-Seed 4000 structure may be somewhere between $300-900 billion US dollars.

Now I’m no astronomer or anything, but if I learned anything in grade school, it’s that 13,123 feet is pretty much the distance to the sun. Which means that the top floor would be perfect for a natural sauna. You heard it here first, if they end up doing that I want credit.

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And for now as you know I am in Dubai, establishing my new company offices BoBnBaB, and if you don’t know about Dubai traffic, than I will tell you that It take my one hour at least to reach my home when I leave the office every day, and just yesterday (13.08.2007), driving back home stuck in the traffic jam, I got an the idea of having a special new page on my personal blog which is Business Tips, as I am not having time to update my blog with new posts that needs more time, this page will be updated at least twice per week if not more, but it will be a good benefit for my blog readers.

Cutting all the crappy talks, let’s start with the first tip:

“Never make business with brothers unless you are sure that your enemy is their.”

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Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III key features

• 21 megapixel Full-frame CMOS sensor (36 x 24 mm)
• 5 frames per second shooting (up to 56 JPEG or 12 RAW images buffer)
• Compact Flash UDMA support (up to 45 MB/sec)
• Large bright ‘full size’ viewfinder with higher magnification than the EOS-1Ds Mark II
• All of the operational improvements and enhancements delivered by the EOS-1D Mark III

Press Release:

Canon strengthens pro lineup with 21 Megapixel
EOS-1Ds Mark III

Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 20 August, 2007: Canon raises the stakes in the professional photography market with the launch of the 21 Megapixel, 5 frame per second EOS-1Ds Mark III. Delivering 14-bit depth resolution from a newly developed 35mm full frame CMOS sensor, Canon’s new flagship digital SLR produces files that convert to over 100MB uncompressed 16-bit TIFF, setting a new benchmark in image resolution and sharpness for 35mm-format digital photography.

As well as producing outstanding colour rendition, Dual DIGIC III processors drive 5 fps continuous shooting for up to 56 Large JPEGs (12 RAW) – unrivalled by any other camera at this resolution. This capacity to shoot such large images uninterrupted is regarded as a big driver in switching studio photographers to the EOS platform.

The EOS-1Ds Mark III inherits the new technology platform introduced earlier this year in the
EOS-1D Mark III, including 63-zone exposure metering, 19 cross-type auto focus system, a 3.0” LCD with Live View mode and EOS Integrated Cleaning System. The Highlight Tone Priority function expands dynamic range for more depth and detail in bright areas. The launch is supported with the announcement of Canon’s new ultra wide-angle lens, the Lens 2.

“Taking image quality and versatility to unprecedented levels, the EOS-1Ds Mark III redefines commercial photography conventions”, said Karz Suzuki, Head of Canon Professional Services. “The camera will strengthen Canon’s popularity amongst professional studio photographers. Culminating 20 years of EOS development, the EOS-1Ds Mark III represents a definitive moment in our company’s photographic history.”

Key features

• 21 Megapixel full frame (35mm) CMOS sensor
• 5 fps continuous shooting for up to 56 frames
• Dual “DIGIC III” processors
• Highlight Tone Priority
• Auto focus system with 19 cross type sensors and 26 focus assist points
• EOS Integrated Cleaning System
• ISO 100-1600 (expandable to L:50 H:3200)
• 3.0” 230K pixel LCD with Live View mode
• Redesigned viewfinder now wider and brighter

Image quality

The EOS-1Ds Mark III produces files that exceed the standard resolution requirements of leading agencies and stock libraries. The third generation CMOS sensor incorporates a new pixel design with on-chip noise reduction circuitry to ensure high image quality all the way to ISO 1600. 14 bit A/D converters provide a total colour depth of 16,384 tones per pixel - delivering smoother gradations and more accurate colour reproduction.

The option to expand to H:3200 will be welcomed by professionals working in churches and sensitive situations where the use of flash is not permitted or desired. Where discretion is paramount, a silent drive mode delays shutter re-cocking for as long as the shutter release remains depressed.

Highlight Tone Priority mode gives wedding and landscape photographers the option to boost dynamic range for highlights when shooting above ISO 200 – reproducing more tonal detail from wedding dresses, clouds and other bright objects.

Precision and control

The auto focus system includes 19 cross-type sensors with sensitivity up to f/2.8, spread across the AF area to better accommodate off-centre subjects. An additional 26 AF assist points help with AF tracking accuracy.

The control layout includes a dedicated AF-ON button on the back of the camera, allowing users to instantly switch auto focus on when composing. The viewfinder is now brighter with a wider angle of view, while the 63-zone metering system gives photographers a greater degree of control over exposure.

New LCD with Live View

The bright 3.0” LCD monitor provides 230K pixels resolution for precise framing and reviewing. Live View mode displays a real-time image on the LCD, including a selectable grid overlay and a live histogram that simulates image exposure. For the studio environment, remote Live View lets the photographer compose, adjust settings and capture the shot from a PC using the supplied EOS utility software.

New controls and menu

The EOS-1Ds Mark III’s menu incorporates a tab structure that eliminates scrolling for vastly improved readability and ease of use. Improving on previous models, personal settings and custom functions are consolidated into 57 custom functions grouped into four logical categories. Photographers can also now see at a glance any default setting changes. The My Menu option allows photographers to store frequently used settings on a separate menu for immediate access. Settings for recently released accessories such as the Speedlite 580EX II and the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2 can be controlled directly from the LCD. Along with a new dedicated ISO button, ISO is permanently displayed on the top LCD panel.

Reliability

Shutter durability is increased by 50% to 300,000 cycles. A magnesium alloy casing with dust and moisture resistant seals protects the body. The EOS Integrated Cleaning System reduces, repels and removes dust from the sensor to significantly limit the need for manual cleaning. To avoid image loss, a warning alarm sounds if the memory card door is opened while images are still being written.

Connectivity

Interfaces include video out (for display in both NTSC and PAL formats – with the
Live View mode ideal for live display to clients during the shoot) and USB 2.0. To prevent the USB cable becoming accidentally dislodged during shooting, a special connection secures it to the camera body.

Compatibility and accessories

As well as full compatibility with all EF lenses and EX Speedlite flashes and accessories, the EOS-1Ds Mark III is supported by the recently released
Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2. The WFT-E2 enables secure wireless uploads to FTP servers as well as remote access via HTTP and PTP protocols. The unit also connects wirelessly to external storage media and supports GPS tagging when used with a portable GPS device. For assignments where image protection and authenticity are crucial, the EOS-1Ds Mark III is compatible with the Original Data Security Kit OSK-E3.

New lens

Today’s launch coincides with the release of the EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM: Canon’s new professional
L-series ultra wide-angle lens for the photographer requiring a slightly different perspective. As with many L-series lenses and the Speedlite 580EX II, the EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM incorporates environmental sealing to match that of the EOS-1Ds Mark III, creating a fully weatherproof camera system. Aspherical and UD lens elements produce exceptional image quality with improved corner-to-corner sharpness. The ring-type USM delivers fast, silent auto focus with full-time manual focus override. A circular aperture produces pleasing bokeh at wide apertures and Super Spectra coatings suppress ghosting and flare by suppressing internal reflections from lens element and sensor surfaces.

Software

The EOS-1Ds Mark III is packaged with a comprehensive software suite to streamline the photographer’s workflow. This includes Digital Photo Professional (DPP) RAW conversion/processing software for complete RAW image processing control. DPP also integrates with camera features such as the Dust Delete Data and Picture Style. The camera also comes with EOS Utility, ImageBrowser/Zoom Browser and Photostitch.

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III specifications

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Is Google is a steamrolling web despot on amphetamines?

Trust issues, privacy concerns, foul treatment of partners and Big Brother is shinning through the seams.

Hostile Takeover 

 With over three times the search market share of closest competitor Yahoo, Google is careening towards an ever expanding dark empire.

Paid search puts them even further ahead.

In comparison, Microsoft is starting to look like the gentler, softer monopoly of the past.

I Know what You Searched Last Summer

 And the summer before that.

And:

- who your friends are
- what you discuss with them by email or chat (gmail, gtalk)
- what you look for in the dark of the night when nobody’s looking [sic]
- what sites you own
- what products you promote
- Generally, more about you than you can probably consciously recall
- What content you watch (youtube)
- What music you may be stealing

Without getting political, does the recent climate not warrant a question such as “what if all this falls into the wrong hands?”

And that’s only if you consider that Google’s hands aren’t them…

You Mean Nothing to Me

 Google Slap anyone?

Yes, there are rules. But those rules could stand to be far clearer. Warnings could be issued.

Instead, Google is remarkably trigger happy when it comes to the little guy. They think nothing of disabling your account with only vague cryptic explanations given.

Rules are for Losers

If you’re big enough or popular enough, you can cloak at will (NY Times), spam like there’s no tomorrow (About.com), dominate search results across the board (Wikipedia) and buy links from Google itself.

To the untrained eye, it may not be clear what’s happening.

That’s why it’s time to take a stand and say no.

No to Web Apartheid

 Here’s how this works:

1) Copy this post or reproduce it on your blog in your words

2) Click “view source and grab the links below once they are added”

3) Email me at alex [at] netfrontiermarketing [ dot] com with your post

4) Get your link added here and every other site that participates

5) This site will be updated daily with new links, as should your page

Bonus points: when linking to Google, use the no follow attribute and / give them the anchor text they deserve: web apartheid.

Thank You Alex, Digg this story RIGHT NOW!

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This application let you by pass any firewall at work, school, ISP blocking certain sites, or whatever is the case you are blocked to see sites you want to see. I am glad to offer such a service on one of my domains, and let others benefit for free. So now if you want to go to sex.com or hi5.com or freeporn.com or whatever and you are blocked just call for http://www.blockvip.com and you will be happy with the results, we provide fast and reliable service and all for free.

Now, as I am settling in Dubai another new application will come online, which is a social application that let you get your anger out of you without hurting anyone, or feel guilty after. This application had to be online right now, but due to my sickness and my trip got postponed till that time, name and website will be announced with the launch review.

BoBnBaB project is going into a new stage where lot of things will be published soon, with the launching of the website as well; stay tuned to know more about BoBnBaB a name that is growing up day after the other.

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Hey you, out there in the cold
Getting lonely, getting old
Can you feel me?
Hey you, standing in the aisles
With itchy feet and fading smiles
Can you feel me?
Hey you, dont help them to bury the light
Dont give in without a fight.

Hey you, out there on your own
Sitting naked by the phone
Would you touch me?
Hey you, with you ear against the wall
Waiting for someone to call out
Would you touch me?
Hey you, would you help me to carry the stone?
Open your heart, Im coming home.

But it was only fantasy.
The wall was too high,
As you can see.
No matter how he tried,
He could not break free.
And the worms ate into his brain.

Hey you, standing in the road
Always doing what youre told,
Can you help me?
Hey you, out there beyond the wall,
Breaking bottles in the hall,
Can you help me?
Hey you, dont tell me theres no hope at all
“Together we stand, divided we fall.”

Now I can tell you one thing, whatever is meant will happen.

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