HTML5 MP3 player lets you listen to your music library inside your browser

While this slick little HTML5 audio player might not pack all of the features of your favorite desktop media application, it's still a very cool demonstration of what a Web app can do with access to local resources -- like MP3 and OGG files.

Just fire up http://antimatter15.github.com/player/player.html in your HTML5-compatible browser and browse to the topmost folder in your music library. The app will quickly build an index of all your tunes and let you start listening right inside your Web browser. Click on the filter library text, and you can enter a search string -- results load as you type.

There's a volume control, shuffle mode, play/pause control, and you can click and drag to skip forward or rewind during playback. As OMG! Ubuntu points out, you can even save the app to your hard drive and run it offline, which is pretty darn cool.

Not all browsers are equal when it comes to HTML5 implementation, of course. We found that Chrome worked the best, and Firefox was OK. It's also worth noting that this music player comes from the same developer that created one of our favorite restartless Firefox 4 add-ons, drag2up.

HTML5 MP3 player lets you listen to your music library inside your browser originally appeared on Download Squad on Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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OO Provincial Cross Country Championship Round two, Colborne XC hosted by Northumberland Trail Riders

Source: http://imxmag.blogspot.com/2011/05/oo-provincial-cross-country.html

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webOS 3.0 beta now available to developers

With the webOS 3.0 SDK available for almost two months, HP has now given developers access to a beta download of webOS 3.0 -- which powers the upcoming TouchPad and will likely ride along on HP desktops and laptops in the form of an emulator.

Right now, the webOS 3.0 beta is only available to Early Access developers. The crew at PreCentral states that HP appears to have eased up on access restrictions, however, so hopefully more devs will get on board and those of you who are planning to buy a TouchPad in the next couple months will have plenty of slick webOS 3.0 apps to install on your new tablet.

webOS 3.0 beta now available to developers originally appeared on Download Squad on Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Bel-Ray and Reed Claim National Victory

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Artsy cosmonauts on Mars: Gravity Lander

One of everyone's favourite arcade games has to be Atari's Lunar Lander. You've probably played it at some point of your life—trying to land the spaceship module safely administering your fuel. Some developers have attempted to bring the experience to the App Store with different luck, but tweaking gameplay elements and keeping a superb retro art style has done the trick this time.

Gravity Lander PRO [iTunes Link] by Büro Destruct is the new take on the arcade classic where you have to land a rocket avoiding the several obstacles. This alone wouldn't be worth mentioning if it wasn't for the gameplay twist to make it more suitable for a mobile device.

Instead of flying around slowly taking advantage of the Moon's low gravitational forces, you start on top of a pile of geometrical shapes in the way between your cosmonaut team and the landing base. Simply tap the black and white pieces to make them disappear and let the gravitational pull do its work. 

As you progress through the 100 levels, new objects including explosives, pinball bumpers, debris and wheels are introduced to add some difficulty and randomness to the game. In order to negotiate these, you'll need to use the tilt controls on your iPhone to make these wacky structures fall to the sides while you get to the landing platform. Tilting also affects your rocket, adding extra puzzle mechanics and a strategy element to pass the most complex missions. 

Unlike the classic game and its subsequent versions, in Gravity Lander your fuel deposit is limited to three boosts, giving you some extra freedom to remove items before landing. This isn't, however, a perfect solution, since you'll need a big dose of luck to end the level without crashing—as you can see in my video. It takes several  to get a perfect landing, but the trial-and-error method works well thanks to very quick levels and a retry button.

What really sets Gravity Lander aside from other cheap casual games populating the App Store is its great visuals. Büro Destruct has gone for a pixel retro look with a limited colour palette, which elevates this quick time-killer game to an absolute graphical beauty. Fonts and music has also been carefully picked, contributing to the overall high quality end product. 

The game is structured in very short levels across different planets where your score is based on the typical three start rating. Gravity Lander could easily be a breed between the gameplay in Finger Physics and the simple artsy style of Pix'n Love Rush.

There is a free version for you to check out the first 52 missions or you can also play a browser version. I encourage you to have a look even if it's only for the graphics. Its shelf life might be short but it's a pleasure to look at and quite entertaining to play.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Appfreak/~3/iPY5XGppy2o/artsy-cosmonauts-on-mars-gravity-lander.html

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James Stewart to race in Monster Energy Cup - Hybrid Supercross / Motocross race in Las Vegas

Feld Motor Sports announced today that James Stewart, of Haines City, Fla., will race the inaugural Monster Energy Cup at Las Vegas Sam Boyd Stadium on October 15. The San Manuel Yamaha rider has his sights set on $1 million paycheck.

Stewart, a former two-time Supercross class champion, racing for San Manuel Yamaha, is a heavy favorite to claim the $1 Million that will be paid to any rider that wins all three main events.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/news/james-stewart-to-race-in-monster-energy-cup-hybrid-supercross-motocross-race-in-las-vegas

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Droid 3 accessories leaked in inventory list

While you're waiting for official word about the Motorola Droid 3, and tired of looking longingly at the Motorola Milestone 3, you can start thinking about what accessories you'll be picking up.  This leaked list from Verizon includes the inductive charging battery door, a 1930mAh extended battery, and a pair of docks -- one for multimedia and one for your car. 

Nothing we can do to hurry it to market, (July 13 anyone?) but it's nice to see that some accessories should be available, hopefully on day one.

Source: Droid-Life

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EVO 3D jealousy, multiple SMS issues [From the Forums]

It's still only Thursday but for those of you in Canada it happens to be a long weekend thanks to Canada day -- so that said, hope you all have a great weekend. For those of you not in Canada, it's just one more day and the weekend will be here. To help pass the time jump into the Android Central forums:

• T-Mobile MyTouch 4G Forums - Where's Gingerbread at?
• HTC Sensation Forums - Many apps not showing in the Market
• HTC EVO 4G Forums - Jealous? Turn your OG Evo into the 3D for free
• Motorola Droid X 2 Forums - Multiple SMS messages coming in
• Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Forums - FC: The app Samsung account... has stopped

If you're not already a member of the Android Central forums, you can register your account today.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/androidcentral/~3/c2B5HnwgqpY/evo-3d-jealousy-multiple-sms-issues-forums

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Indy Lights suspends team, owner

Source: http://www.newsobserver.com/2011/06/29/1310241/indy-lights-suspends-team-owner.html

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Microsoft: European cloud data may not be immune to the Patriot Act

If you thought you could evade US intelligence by moving to Europe and storing your dirty little secrets in Microsoft's cloud service, guess again. During this week's launch of Office 365, Gordon Frazer, managing director of Microsoft UK, admitted for the first time that cloud data stored at European datacenters could still be handed over to American officials, as outlined by US law. When asked whether Microsoft could guarantee that its EU-stored data would never leave the continent (even if requested under the Patriot Act), Frazer replied: "Microsoft cannot provide those guarantees. Neither can any other company." Because the company's headquarters are in the US, it's obligated to adhere to American laws, meaning that any of the data stored on its servers is fair game for authorities to seize and inspect. Frazer insisted that targeted users "would be informed whenever possible," but claimed that neither Microsoft nor any other US company can guarantee advanced notification. Bottom line: you're better off hiding those nefarious files the old fashioned way -- in an offshore safe deposit box.

Microsoft: European cloud data may not be immune to the Patriot Act originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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TweetDeck to launch as HTML5 Web app, now accepting beta testers

When TweetDeck landed in the Chrome Web Store, it seemed like an indication that it might eventually evolve into a pure HTML5 Web app. Now it looks as though that's exactly what's going to happen, with TweetDeck announcing that a new, not-just-for-Chrome Web client is ready for beta testing.

It's a natural progression for TweetDeck, especially since its originally Adobe Air app is practically all Web code. TweetDeck Web will sport a feature set which is nearly identical to the Chrome app, with the notable exception of Twitter streaming.

Initially, TweetDeck is targeting Firefox 4 and 3.6, Google Chrome, and Safari. Opera and Internet Explorer 9 won't be invited to the dance until a bit later on.

If you'd like to get in on the TweetDeck Web beta, head on over and register -- or sign up using your existing TweetDeck account.

TweetDeck to launch as HTML5 Web app, now accepting beta testers originally appeared on Download Squad on Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2nd Annual DC Moto TF Ride Day and Invitational Poker Tournament

Supercross 2011 is right around the corner! So much is going on, both publicly, but also behind the scenes. One public and noteworthy item - DC Shoes has a new three year contract with Monster Energy Supercross!

Adam Cianciarulo

I was invited to the 2nd Annual DC Moto TF Ride Day and Invitational Poker Tournament at Pala Raceway. It was a full day's 'work' for the DC Athletes; group photos, action shots, interviews, and lots of MX riding at Pala. And there was good game of Poker to raise money for Road 2 Recovery. The list of Athletes sponsored by the DC Shoes brand is a very impressive group making this Supercross assignment unique fun for me!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rss-features/2nd-annual-dc-moto-tf-ride-day-and-invitational-poker-tournament

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Google+ Stumbles Early with Privacy Loophole [Google]

Well, this didn't take long: Google's mayonnaise on toast clone of Facebook is already catching heat for privacy problems. Nothing as egregious as Buzzgate, but Google+ seems to be allowing unfettered sharing of your stuff with anyone. Not good! More »

Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/IKYkALLYJsE/google%252B-stumbles-out-of-the-gate-with-privacy-loophole

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Farragomate is a social fridge magnet game where you make up sentences

You know those fridge magnet kits composed of a whole bunch of words? The ones you put all over your fridge door and then try to arrange into all sorts of juvenile and/or amusing sentences. Well, Farragomate is the social, webby version of that very same pastime.

You get to play with a bunch of random strangers in real-time, and make up sentences out of a pre-set collection of words, including some fairly naughty ones, and all players' nicknames. As you can imagine, some of the results are not child-friendly.

There are ten rounds to a game. Once a round is done, players get to vote for their favorite sentence from that round. You can't vote for your own creation, of course. There's in-game chat, too.

I think the vocabulary could be made a bit more eclectic, but even as it is, it's a nice way to spend a few minutes and meet random strangers on the Internet (always a thrilling experience).

Farragomate is a social fridge magnet game where you make up sentences originally appeared on Download Squad on Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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RJ SAYS: Supercross, on four wheels

It was going to be a good idea. Key word being 'was'. It was going to be a good idea!

My idea was to show you what the truck racing series that I promote and race in is like. It's like Supercross, only on four wheels!

So, my plan was simple - I'd invite my good friend Lex out to the finale of the Traxxis TORC series in Las Vegas, we'd mount a camera on the hood of my race truck, and I'd show you just how rough the racing is. It would be me (a former 2 time AMA Supercross Champion) and Jeremy McGrath (best Supercross rider in history!) showing you supercross - on four wheels!

Here is the grand experiment - camera is mounted on my truck's hood. Ready to go. But not for long!

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/supercross-on-four-wheels

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Opera 11.10 includes improved power saving features

Just recently, the Opera 11.10 release candidate was made available for download. It brought a handful of important feature additions -- like HTML5 File API support and IMAP enhancements -- and loads of bugfixes. Nestled in amongst the other details in the Opera team's announcement is one more interesting tidbit: Opera 11.10 offers improved battery optimizations.

The timing here is certainly interesting, what with Microsoft's recent report on how much power the top five Web browsers consume. In its findings, Opera 11 was fairly low in the standings. While we've not seen any new benchmarks yet, we're curious to know whether the Opera 11.10 RC offers any significant gains.

If you're running Opera 11.10 on a laptop, let us know if you're seeing an improvement in your battery life while browsing!

Opera 11.10 includes improved power saving features originally appeared on Download Squad on Thu, 07 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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RJ Says: Defending a Supercross Championship and season review

After watching the first three supercross races of the 2011 season, I'll share with you what I see at this point.

Two riders that have really impressed me so far are Ryan Villopoto and Trey Canard. Looking at their fitness, their riding technique, their ability to get thru traffic on the race track, both are far beyond what I thought they would be.

I knew Ryan would be fast. But when a rider has been away from racing for a while, as he has, sometimes it takes a while to knock off the rust. Ryan has looked great after his heat races - obviously the training with Aldon Baker has helped him a lot. I can see his fitness, how much he is sweating, and his ability to retain his breath and breathing after both his heats and main events. It's visible that Ryan has leaned down together with Aldon, and he's in awesome condition.

I thought it would take Trey Canard at least half a season in the premiere Supercross class to where he was really comfortable. As I watch Trey in these first three races, there are certain section of the different tracks where he is faster than either Villopoto or James Stewart. Once Trey puts together the whole track, and an entire 20 laps like that - look for him to win some races this year.

Source: http://www.supercross.com/rj-says/rj-says-defending-a-supercross-championship-and-season-review

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Bel-Ray Press Release-Enter to win Official Dodge Motorsports / Hart and Huntington prizes from Bel-Ray!

Source: http://imxmag.blogspot.com/2011/06/bel-ray-press-release-enter-to-win.html

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Libra for Android helps you track your weight using The Hacker's Diet system

I'm getting fat; that's what you see on the screenshot to the right -- my gradual move from chubby to portly. But never mind the numbers, look at the pretty graph!

If you've ever read The Hacker's Diet, this graph should be instantly recognizable. Each point shows the weight for a given day, while the trend line lets you see if you're gaining or losing weight.

When I use my "main" PC, I have a homebrew solution for creating and maintaining this graph. But I've had to find a temporary solution for Android, and Libra is it.

It's a beautifully simple app, very true to the spirit of The Hacker's Diet. You can create a shortcut on your homescreen that brings you right into the data entry screen, so you just tap the shortcut every morning, feed in your weight for the day and hit OK, and then you get to see your progress (or lack thereof) on the graph.

The app remembers the previous day's weigh-in, which makes it easy to enter today's weight (as they're usually not too different). The graph is zoomable and scrollable, and most importantly, you can export the data to CSV so you're not locked into the app.

If you ever need to track your weight using an Android device for any period of time, Libra is one excellent solution.

Libra for Android helps you track your weight using The Hacker's Diet system originally appeared on Download Squad on Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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HP TouchPad torn asunder, no palms found hiding within

When we reviewed the HP TouchPad we found it to feel a little hollow, as if it were rather more cavernous inside than the immediate competition. Now we're getting to peek beneath the screen and, look at that, it's "built more like a PC than an iPad" according to the screwdriver-meisters at TechRepublic. This means you can easily take the thing apart with just a Phillips screwdriver (and a little prying) should you wish. Or, you know, you can just look at the pictures on the other end of the source link and keep yours in one piece. They tend to work better that way.

HP TouchPad torn asunder, no palms found hiding within originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Beyond the Byline: Getting to know Candice Smith aka Chief187

Source: http://www.skirtsandscuffs.com/2011/06/beyond-byline-getting-to-know-candice.html

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Quite Possibly the Most Pro Camera Rig Ever [Video]

"It'll get you jobs that you don't deserve. It'll make people think you're a lot better than you actually are. And it'll give the freedom to produce total crap and keep getting jobs, because people think you look professional." Amazing. [NeumannFilms] More »

Source: http://feeds.gawker.com/~r/gizmodo/full/~3/QvTHXfvqSv0/quite-possibly-the-most-pro-camera-rig-ever

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