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Dear Users,
We have heard your feedback and acted promptly to redefine the categories display on Shophive. Instead of all the categories open, we have applied the Javascript collapsed version on the site. On load all the main categories are displayed and as clicked on, will reveal respective sub-categories.
We value your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts on the change support@shophive.com
The Shophive team is happy to announce a very innovative new feature in our website, Filterize! We are rolling it out for the Laptop section to see consumer reaction and get feedback. Please email all your comments on support@shophive.com
Please click on Here to get the page or on the homepage click on the banner.
Step 1:
The user is provided with multiple selection choices to select from. These are intelligent selections i.e., on selecting lets say Processor type, the whole data will be refreshed and all other selection boxes will only provide available possible selections.
Data refresh in action:
Step 2:
The user is provided with the available models based on the choices made i.e., possible models available against lets say selection of Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo, Ram: 1GB etc.
Finally, the user has the perfect laptop against his selection choices. We just can’t control the prices yet 
I hope you enjoy this feature and we do strongly recommend its usage and feedback. Based on user feedback we will roll it out for all categories.
The shophive team!
You read us right, its true. A group of hackers are successful in getting into the Mac fortress. But there are few important things to note here.
The payload of the Trojan was set to alter the DNS table to hacker sites. But innovation can be made, therefore the word is Caution to keep your eyes open and keep your fingers in control.
The links:
These are some first day remarks collected from the web on Leopard Installation. Overall the Tech community is thrilled with the new OS and it does deliver what was promised.
Screen shots of the whole process:
http://content.zdnet.com/2346-12554_22-172849.html
Adrian’s verdict about the installation:
http://blogs.zdnet.com/hardware/?p=884
Blue Screen of Death (on Mac also)
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2007/10/27/leopard_install_problems/
http://blogs.zdnet.com/Gardner/?p=2566
And some general advise:
http://blogs.zdnet.com/storage/?p=217
Dear Customers,
We are glad to announce that Shophive.com has been awarded Official E-Franchise status by United Mobiles, Pakistan’s largest & biggest Mobile Distributor. This is a milestone for Shophive.com and an exclusively lucrative step for consumers looking for Safe, Secure & Quick purchases online, yet price savvy.
Our commitment remains the same as ever, Click - Buy - Enjoy!
The HP LaserJet 1020 Printer, an excellent laser printer for the cost-conscious user, delivers high-quality LaserJet printing in a compact size, and at a price you can afford (at the time of writing this post Rs. 7990/-). The CD which comes in the box DOES NOT contain drivers for Mac OS X. On looking up for drivers at HP site, one comes to know that the printer is NOT supported by Mac OS X. But we made it working
Goolging the topic came up with many results, but Macworld forum provided the best support.The relevant portion is pasted below:
Heres a recap for everyone to Install HP LaserJet 1020 on Mac OSX.
1) Download; http://www.narc.ca/1601-LJ_1022_Series_OSX.dmg (Old version)
2) If you have anything for the HP 1020 in “/Library/Reciepts” delete it.
3) Delete anything for the HP 1020 in Printer in “Printer Setup Utility”
4) Add new printer in “Printer Setup Utility”, select HP LaserJet 1020, driver should come up, click ADD
Basically, the trick is we are installing HP 1022 drivers which are available for Mac OS X. Steps 2 and 3 are required if you have unsuccessfully tried to install anything from the CD.
The above method though worked like a charm on one macbook, but failed to even Install on another machine. After trying for few hours, we finally copy pasted the files which were installed on the first machine.
Paste this file under the folder tree as shown in the picture. For clarity, Under your Username, select library, open Printers folder. If you have not previously installed any driver, it will be empty.
Copy this Folder in the folder location as shown in the image above. The location is Macintosh HD > Library > Printers > HP > LaserJet > here!
This work around is pretty solid, but we do suggest to always purchase equipment which is Made to Run on Mac.
Apple fans!
Its confirmed, Apple next generation much-awaited OS X version 10.5 titled “Leopard” will be released on Oct. 26th.
Leopard contains major enhancements like Time Machine, Spaces and a list of “300″ unique features, which are touted as Vista killers. Have a look at the list here!
We’ll kep you posted on the release once it reaches us!
Life used to be easy back in the days. There used to just the regular Ipod, which was fitted with a hard disk. Then came the tiny Nano’s, just right for the pocket and the wallet. Apple didn’t stopped at miniaturizing it further to Shuffle. And now the new Ipod Touch, a phoneless version of the mighty Iphone is rolled out - making it ever more difficult to chose the right one.
Apple has done us a great help laying out all the details in a wonderful webpage Which Ipod Are You?
Our observation on the new lineup.
Ipod Shuffle:
Perfect for sports and fitness activities. Holds upto 240 songs (approx. on 128Kbps AAC2 format).
Ipod Nano
Apple has redesigned the Nano line with a bigger, brighter screen capable of playing Video’s, display stunning picture collection. The Nano comes in 4GB and 8GB version, available in multiple colors.
Ipod Classic
The classic Hard Disk version has been upgraded with storage capacity of 80GB and 160GB. Perfect to carry all those movies, classic music collection and much about all your entertainment life.
Ipod Touch (soon to arrive)
The latest iteration in the Ipod line up, this marvelous device just like its big brother, the Iphone is a remarkable piece of engineering, design and usability. If only music and video’s are not enough for you, the Touch sports a wifi module allowing you to browse the internet in style with the Safari browser. The multi-touch interface allows you to navigate the device with your fingers.
…..But why Ipod?
Its a debate which has been around since the release of 1st generation Ipod’s and looks like will be around forever. Apple has not added those much wished for features like FM radio, playback for other formats etc., still Ipod continues to drive sales farther than any competitor. Its not just a music playback device, its a complete solution from Buying to Maintaining to Transferring to Enjoying your music, video and now the Internet. As with every generation, we have 2 Thumbs up rating for the line up. So which Ipod Are You ?
Thinking of buying a laptop? We know that this can be a tough decision to make. Selecting between the stylish Vaio, Business ready HP, durable Dells, Industry standard IBM and Apple - the Laptop from the heavens - we try to help you make the right decision.
There are numerous resources available on the web making our decision easier. We think the following 3 resources are most helpful.
Few observations which we think must be shared with all consumers and laptop enthusiasts.
Speed:
It doesn’t make sense if you are on road with your new machine and its not able to crunch numbers as you desire. A good combination of processor speed & RAM will make it a perfect fit. Don’t go for the latest, just released processor, do your research on your requirements.
Memory:
With ever increasing memory demand by applications and Microsoft new Vista OS, memory greater than 1 gig should be your starting point. Make sure Laptop has the capability to intake RAM according to your need.
Graphics:
If you are a gaming freak or a 3D artist, then definitely a dedicated Graphic Card is must. Otherwise, shared memory on board graphics can serve pretty well for movie playback, decent games and photoshop trickery.
Screen Size:
Screen size directly corresponds to weight and features such as Drives, Ports etc. Select a size which best suites your need.
Size & Weight:
Size does matter. No doubt the desktop replacement do look stunning but they are a load to carry. Laptops should be Light, friendly and carry-able.
Inputs & Outputs:
It depends and standards change. Today S-Video is required, tomorrow you would be asking for DVI Output. Buy a laptop, which is compatible with your current devices or the ones you intend to buy. With the ease of Video Recording, making Home movies is on the rise requiring a Firewire input. The more USB 2.0 you’ll have the better they would serve you on the road. Otherwise USB extenders and port converters would be your first buy.
Data Backups and Media
We have Super drives, Multi layer capable drives and then CD drives. Select the one which you require.
Warranty, Warranty, Warranty!
Most consumers are unable to distinguish this important fact about Laptops. The market is filled with Grey / smuggled items, which carry an “International Warranty” with them. These devices are as good as there Channel brothers, but are without proper support and warranty. We advice our consumers to select products which are covered by Local Warranties and have local support.
…So what about those Mac’s
Please read our post on the topic Switch to Mac
Please visit our laptop section for our current product listing.
Gaming freaks, good news! The company that brought you the best pads and headphones - announces Mouse specially developed for the Gaming Industry.
The SteelSeries Ikari mice are the result of 15 months extensive research of ergonomics, technology, shape, motion, hand grip and play styles by gamers. The SteelSeries Ikari mice sets a new industry standard for input, research and co-development with professional gamers for gaming mice. The shape, materials and specifications of the SteelSeries Ikari mice are based on input from professional players from Team 3D, compLexity, mousesports, SK Gaming, Team NoA and other world-class gaming organizations, who collectively represent the world’s most accomplished gamers in Counter-Strike and other gaming disciplines. The development of SteelSeries Ikari was also driven by community input and feedback from more than 5,000 gamers from the competitive gaming segment.
The SteelSeries Ikari chassis is shaped to accommodate the three predominant methods of grip utilized by gamers today: Swipe, Claw, and Palm. The chassis features five buttons with high quality gaming grade contacts. The SteelSeries Ikari mice also have an anti-sweat and slip-resistant surface coating to improve mouse control during intense gaming sessions. The SteelSeries Ikari mice boast the largest SteelSeries Glide surface ever utilized on gaming mice (more than a 300% increase over traditional gaming mice) that is specifically designed to reduce friction between the pressure points on the mouse and the surface under the mouse.
Both models of the SteelSeries Ikari mice feature plug-and-play features that will allow gamers to play at LAN events and tournaments without the need to install specific mouse drivers. The SteelSeries Ikari mice operate at 500 Hz and feature “on-the-fly” DPI settings.
Special features of the two SteelSeries Ikari models:
SteelSeries Ikari Optical
SteelSeries Ikari Laser
Courtesy Steelseries.com
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