Windows, Mac OS X and Linux: A beta version of Adobe Flash Player 10.2 is now available for download. The latest version adds preliminary support for Stage Video, a technology aimed to reduce heavy CPU usage during video playback. The beta is a free download — available right now. Adobe Flash Player 10.2 Beta [Adobe via TUAW]
Dear Lifehacker, I made the switch to a smartphone a few months ago (namely the HTC Legend running Android 2.1, a decision I have never looked back on). Being the gadget geek I am, there hasn’t been a day spent since when I haven’t configured or reconfigured part of my phone to better suit my user experience. But now I need to make a bigger decision: is it time to root the phone so I can match it even more closely to my needs? More »
The ABC’s iView service is one of our favourite web apps, and it’s already accessible on PS3s, iPads and various other streaming devices. Later this week, we’ll be chatting with the ABC’s head of multiplatform Arul Baskaran about future directions for iView, and we want to know what you think we should be asking. More »
Chances are everyone you know already owns a camera, which makes accessories for them a great gift idea. Here’s six thoughts to get you started. More »
Unit pricing — offering price information based on consistent units, such as per 100gm — has been compulsory since last December. The ACCC says that most larger supermarkets have adopted the regime well, but there’s room for improvement with online stores and some smaller supermarkets. More »
One month ago, I set out to write a novel. 30 days later, the novel is finished (at least in the sense of being a complete first draft). Here’s what I learned from the process, most of which has nothing to do with writing fiction. More »
Internode has revamped its NodeMobile 3G broadband plans, increasing the data allowances on its cheapest and most expensive plans. The changes make the plans more generous, but there’s still a little room for improvement. More »
We’ve trimmed our list of nominations. Now it’s time to cast your vote for the best web app of 2010. More »
