Monthly Archive: March 2012

Video for creating an iBook 0

Video for creating an iBook

Its been a few months since Apple announced iBook2 with interactive features but unfortunately there are not very many iBooks with interactive features.  I was thrilled to come across the video below because it showed that there are interactive kids iBooks in the bookstore.  (You can buy the interactive iBook on insects here.)   The video below is an excellent example of how you can use the iBooks authoring tool.

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Quick fix for HP Touchpad not charging

While the HP Touchpad was a super good deal when it was $99 there are some issues. One issue I have come across is problems with the micro USB connector. Recently the HP Touchpad stopped charging. It didn’t seem like it could be the cable since it was new. I found one way to get the HP Touchpad to charge. If you put an object like a book under the...

Should homeschoolers buy the new iPad 3 1

Should homeschoolers buy the new iPad 3

Apple just announced the new iPad. The new iPad 3 has a few new features but is it worth it for homeschooling? The main new features are: Retina display for high resolution 5 MP pixel camera A faster processor So should you get one for your homeschool? I would say no for the following reasons. the iPad 2 (16GB) is now $100 cheaper the new iPad will require more memory...