The Smart.fm website
Every so often I stumble upon a website which makes me feel like a child that’s been given a shiny new toy. And this certainly was the case with Smart.fm. A social learning network, which claims to help you learn faster and remember better. And these are not just empty promises, they have the science in place to deliver results. Although they started as a language learning tool in Japan, Smart.fm is now a platform which accommodates practically every learning goal you set.
I don’t get (too) easily excited, but the tools available to users, and the bustling community of eager learners, really made me say “wow” out loud. And of course, no matter how good an online service is, it would only go so far without a catchy video explaining what it’s all about (remember twitter’s early days). Watch the video below to get a better idea of what Smart.fm is all about. Registration is free and only takes a sec.
I cannot guarantee how much time it will take you to reach your learning goals. However, after having explored the service, I would easily believe them in that it would be one of the faster methods around.
Posted in Technology, Websites.
Tagged with education, free-services, free-stuff, learning, social-networking, websites.
By Pavlos
– April 27, 2010
Google has started supporting a much anticipated feature in it’s popular Google Maps platform today.
Earth View at Google Maps
A new option to view maps in Earth View, takes the Satellite option one step further by incorporating 3D views, high resolution images and fly around the world navigation almost identical to that of the popular Google Earth software.
First time you select Earth on the maps page, you will be prompted to download and install a plugin that will allow your web browser to use this feature. Quite like Microsoft’s Bing Maps have been operating for some time.
I really enjoyed test driving the Earth View, and I’m looking forward to what’s next from the Google Earth and Maps team! You can view the video below for a more detailed description of this newest feature.
Posted in Internet, Technology.
Tagged with Google, google earth, Google-Maps, Technology, web.
By Pavlos
– April 26, 2010
Remindr is an easy to use, quick and efficient way to remind yourself of tasks, appointments and things to do which you wouldn’t want to forget. It’s a simple idea, it is useful, and it works! Which is more than I can say about several of the web applications running around these days.
It was developed by Getalime as an entry to the Rails Rumble 2008 contest, which is an annual competition for web applications programmed in Ruby on Rails.
You simply tell it what you want to be reminded of, when, and how. Reminders can be sent as e-mail, mobile text message, or to your jabber or twitter account.
Remindr has earned a place in my list of favorite web applications, and you can try it out and see for yourself by visiting here. No registration required, and it’s free.
Posted in Internet, Technology, Web Design.
Tagged with free-services, free-stuff, remindr, ruby on rails, Technology, web.
By Pavlos
– March 5, 2009
The CouchSurfing project is one of the most clever ideas I’ve been introduced to lately. Of course CouchSurfing has been around for about 5 years now, it just took a while until the news reached me.
This is an online community of travelers who offer and request free accommodation to and from other members. Which essentially means if you plan to travel to Rome, there is probably a fellow CouchSurfing member with an extra bed or couch you can crash on.
Quite unconventional way of traveling, skeptics might say. Having browsed through several member profiles and reading through testimonials of people who have chosen to travel this way, I am convinced “unconventional” is not bad at all.
This international hospitality exchange is catching on so fast, there are members in practically every corner of the world.
Many hosts may take the time to show you around their hometown, or give you insider’s advice on the best things to do and see while there. And whether you’re hosting or surfing other people’s couches, you will be a part of a vibrant, multicultural, community of world travelers.
CouchSurfing operates as a non-profit organization, with a worldwide reach, and has several safety measures and advice in place for members. You can read more about the project, and how it works by visiting their website here.
I’m not saying this type of globe trotting is for everyone, and I really would not recommend it when it comes down to planning your honeymoon, but it now has my attention and I’ll be telling everyone about it when the conversation rotates around traveling.
Posted in Life, Travel.
Tagged with couchsurfing, free-services, Travel, traveling, World.
By Pavlos
– February 25, 2009
Happy New Year! It’s 2009, Year of the Ox according to the Chinese zodiac cycle, and maybe – just maybe it’ll be a better year for humanity. With less war, more money, a healthier environment and an improved quality of life for all. The new year signals a few changes for AllEver.com as well. With a renewed will to blog – there should be posts quite more often which you’ll hopefully find interesting, entertaining and of practical use. So stay tuned, and have a wonderful new year!
Posted in Blogging.
Tagged with 2009, Blogging, new year.
By Pavlos
– January 1, 2009
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