Tag: Skype
![What British People Say vs. What They Actually Mean [Humor]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/what-british-people-say-humor-optimized.jpg "What British People Say vs. What They Actually Mean [Humor]")
What British People Say vs. What They Actually Mean [Humor]
Since I'm the Advertising Director here at Bit Rebels, I talk to people from all over the world. Whether it's on email or Skype, it's always fun to talk to people who live in other countries. Sometimes things get lost in translation. I've had some conversations that ended with me hanging up and scra ...
How To Work Smarter & Become More Productive During Your Workday
Productivity. There are loads of articles on the web that outline various productivity tips and give advice on how to work smarter. Some work and some don't. You see, there is one common thread that should run through every productivity tip, and that is that you can't be more productive until you kn ...
Imagine The Possibilities If FaceTime Was Cross-Platform
FaceTime is an excellent video calling solution. Offered by Apple, it is probably the easiest to use in its functionality, and it offers good quality video calls. There’s only one problem with it - you have to have an Apple device or computer to use it (it's not cross-platform). I’ve been a long tim ...
![Modern Communication In A Geek’s Workday [Comic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/modern-digital-communication-funny-comic-optimized.jpg "Modern Communication In A Geek’s Workday [Comic]")
Modern Communication In A Geek’s Workday [Comic]
As I logged into Skype this morning like I do almost every morning, I started thinking about how much our communication has changed over the past decade. Modern communication is completely different now than it was even a few years ago. The generation after mine is what people are calling the first ...
Nintendo Game Boy Cartridges Redesigned As Apple, Skype & More
There's no doubt that writing about retro gadgets from the '80s and '90s is fun, but when artists and designers are able to take those things and spice them up with a flavor of newness, it takes it all to a whole new level. When it's done well, like this, the design will make you wish it was real in ...
Move Over George Jetson, The Future Is Now (Mobile Video Chat)
I don't know about you, but there were two pieces of technology on the Jetsons that used to make me drool: flying cars and video calls - although now, as an adult, Rosie-the-robot maid sounds pretty good too!
While I don't have a flying car, maybe I don't need one since I can have "face-time" alm ...
Spice Up Your Video Chatting With Creative Backdrops
I don't video chat often, but I still use my Skype a lot. Since I'm usually in my pajamas with my hair in a ponytail when I Skype, it's much easier to skip the whole video part of it if you know what I mean. If I had a fun backdrop like this to entertain the person I was talking to though, I might c ...
![The Hierarchy Of Digital Distractions [Chart]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/The-Hierarchy-of-Digital-Distractions-optimized.jpg "The Hierarchy Of Digital Distractions [Chart]")
The Hierarchy Of Digital Distractions [Chart]
I know this chart wasn't originally created to be funny, but it's definitely a funny topic for me. I have a hard time managing my distractions during the day. I can be working on a few things (always multitasking), then take a phone while tweeting and facebooking, then based on the phone call switch ...
This Happens Every 60 Seconds On The Internet
We all know the span of the Internet is huge, that's no surprise. However, sometimes I wonder if our brains are capable of comprehending how big it truly is. It's like the Universe we live in. My mind always gets blown when I read about the scope of it. It's really humongous beyond our understanding ...
![Social Networking Is Already Using The Cloud [Infographic]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Already-Using-Coud-Computing-Infographic-1-optimized.jpg "Social Networking Is Already Using The Cloud [Infographic]")
Social Networking Is Already Using The Cloud [Infographic]
Are you one of those who is really looking forward to the day when cloud computing is as normal as the Internet itself? If so, you might not have to wait much longer. There has been a lot of talk about cloud computing for the past year or two, but we've not seen much progress on the surface of the ...
5 Online Tools & Gadgets For Those Far Away From Home!
It has been almost a month now that I have been away from home. For me, home is Manila, Philippines, but right now my temporary home is in Cincinnati, Ohio. I must say, being far away from home, if you are close to your family, can be hard if communication is difficult. I am glad that I left home ...
Brilliant Retro Ads To Promote Twitter, Facebook And More!
The social networking arena has seen many casualties during its continued run towards world domination. There have been several social networking ideas and brands that have become daily necessities to say the least. We're using these services like our life depended on it, and it gives little room ...
6 Ways To Overcome Social Media Burnout
It is very difficult for me to write this article. I'm going to do it anyway because I think by sharing my experience; it might be helpful to someone else going through the same thing.
I love social media, and I'm typically on Twitter, FaceBook, Flickr, YouTube, etc... every day. It is not unus ...
Long Distance Romances Just Got Better, Or Did They?
With social media and online dating sites becoming more and more popular, long distance romances are also on the rise. In the past, the only way to say goodnight in the evenings to your long distance lover was through a computer generated source like email, Skype, social media, wave, etc... or phon ...
Skype Introduces Video Calling on Your TV | LG
It seems to me like everyone is trying to get ahead. New features are announced each and every day and they get more and more out there. I mean, I wouldn't be surprised if someone announced "Travel to the moon while still in your couch" at the CES show in Las Vegas in 2011. Well, maybe not but the n ...