Each week we put up new video podcasts explaining the latest in cool technology from Photoshop to iPods. We specialize in multimedia and although we use Macs mostly, we do deal with Windows PC issues as well.
Overlaying Images Over Google Maps & Satellite Images Using Google Earth
Posted: July 2011D.Lee shows how to overlay an image onto Google Maps using Google Earth. For an example, he shows how to overlay a neighborhood plat map overtop of a Google satellite view to determine exactly where the property boundaries are. Overlaying images can be used to represent state information by county, historical information/maps, and to embark on further discoveries and illumination of information in a spatial context. Google Earth is a free download.
A video podcast in the M4V format.Measuring Distances with Google Earth
Posted: July 2011How far is it? D.Lee Beard shows how Google Earth can measure the distance between two objects and a distance with multiple turning points such as a walking or jogging route. Just how far do you walk? Watch and fine out.
A video podcast in the M4V format.Viewing Cities in 3-D Using Google Earth
Posted: July 2011Want to know how to view maps in 3-D? In this episode, D.Lee explains how to view buildings and even trees overlaid on maps with Google Earth. He also shows how to change from "street view" to "ground level view" for smoother navigating through city streets.
A video podcast in the M4V format.Google Earth Intro & Viewing Historical Maps & Aerial Photos Ep. 147
Posted: June 2011D.Lee Beard presents a basic introductory tutorial in how to use the Google Earth application which is available for Mac OS X and Windows. He explains how to download it for free, navigate within it, view different layers, and how to change viewing angles to see terrain. He also explains how to use Google Earth to view historical maps and aerial photographs of various locations plus a complete globe overlay for an historical map view.
A video podcast in the M4V format.Checking Road Traffic Conditions
Posted: June 2011D.Lee Beard explains how you can check road traffic using Google Maps in a web browser and on the Apple iPad. Use this tip to avoid unnecessary delays on the highways this summer.
A video podcast in the M4V format.Creating Time Lapse Videos and Converting for PowerPoint
Posted: May 2011D.Lee Beard answers a viewer question about converting videos for PowerPoint using iSkysoft's Video Converter. He also shows a free way to take time lapse videos with a webcam using Gawker.
A video podcast in the M4V format.Exploring Interactive Books on iPad with PopOut! Peter Rabbit
Posted: December 2010D.Lee Beard explores the interactive features and educational potential of the PopOut! Peter Rabbit book and the what these types of books can bring to the future of book publishing. D.Lee also explains how to "reboot" your iPad as a fix to various anomalies.
A video podcast in the M4V format.Cases for iPads, iPhones & even Kindles
Posted: December 2010D.Lee Beard review the ZeroChroma cases for the iPad and iPhone (cases also available for Kindle). ZeroChroma cases are a made of a protective hardshell case and allow for propping the device at detailed angles). He also explores other case options that include a keyboard.
A video podcast in the M4V format.iOS 4.2 Find an iPad if Lost
Posted: December 2010D.Lee Beard demonstrates how to use the new "Find my iPad" feature in iOS 4.2 including setting up a free MobileMe account. A valuable tool if you should ever lose your iPad, and now this feature is free.
A video podcast in the M4V format.iOS 4.2 AirPrint and AirPlay on the iPad
Posted: December 2010D.Lee Beard briefly discusses the new AirPlay and AirPrint features of the iOS 4.2 operating system for Apple's mobile devices.
A video podcast in the M4V format.iOS 4.2 Managing Folders on the iPad
Posted: December 2010In this episode, D.Lee Beard uses iOS 4.2 to demonstrate how to create folders to group apps, how to name those folders, and how to add/remove apps from these folders on the iPad.
A video podcast in the M4V format.iOS 4.2 Multitasking on the iPad
Posted: November 2010In this episode, D.Lee Beard demonstrates the multitasking capabilities of the new iOS 4.2 for the iPad.
A video podcast in the M4V format.
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Review the full list of all the podcast channels in our category for technology in the directory, covering educational podcasts for ICT, design and technology (DT) and food studies.
Whilst all the podcasts listed in this directory are selected in line with our criteria, we do strongly recommend educators that the contents of all podcasts, podcast feeds and channels are regularly auditioned to ensure that they are suitable and appropriate for the age range of the children and young people.
Wednesday, 23rd May 2012
