I don’t know if any of you noticed but YouTube has been doing a couple subtle upgrades that might peek your interest.

• First was the scrolling comments. The scrolling comments allows you to see in real time other peoples comments without having to refresh the page or anything like that. This could come in handy if you are watching a fairly popular video or having a conversation with someone within the comments
• Next came the snake game. I know what you are thinking “Whats the point of a snake game on YouTube?” and well……. all I can say is that I don’t really know. It is cool though. All you have to do is hold left on your keyboard to start the game. Its amusing at best. Just something cool I figured you should see.
• And the last thing they added was a “Subscriptions Bar” at the bottom of the page that pops up whenever you are logged in which lets you auto-play and quickly scroll through new videos from channels you are subscribed to.

Pictures after the jump.

Just a quick HowTo on going about getting your free Case/Bumper for iPhone 4 users.

1. Download the iPhone 4 Case Program app from the App Store.
2. Launch the app on your iPhone 4 and sign in using your iTunes Store account or Apple ID.
3. Select your Bumper or case.
4. Wait 2-3 weeks. (Maybe browse the site in you spare time =)

NOTE: Orange is the only color available for bumpers at this time

For iPhone 4 purchases made before July 23, 2010, you must apply no later than August 22, 2010; otherwise, you must apply within 30 days of your iPhone 4 purchase. To qualify for this program, you must purchase your iPhone 4 by September 30, 2010.

Along with being on the cover of NBA 2k11, which releases Oct. 5, 2010, Micheal Jordan will also be a playable character. Something that hasn’t happened since ESPN NBA Basketball 2k4 (correct me if I’m wrong). There will also be a whole game type dedicated to “The Great One” called “Jordan Challenge”. This type will allow you to relive some of Jordan’s most memorable games. Sort of how the Madden Series does it’s “Madden Moments”. Although this is great news I can honestly say I’m more excited about letting my MyPlayer wear some Retro 12s or 13s to a shoot around :’). For more details about the “Jordan Challenge” game type click read more.

The Arrival

When and Where: April 20, 1986. Game 2, 1st round playoffs vs. Celtics, at Boston Garden.
Goal 1: Score 63 points or more
Goal 2: Shoot 50 percent or better from the field

69 Points

When and Where: March 28, 1990. Regular season game vs. Cavaliers, Richfield Coliseum
Goal 1: Score 69 points or more.
Goal 2: Shoot 50 percent or better from the field
Goal 3: Win the game

Shootout

When and Where: Any date in 1990, a regular season game vs. Hawks
Goal 1: Outscore Dominique Wilkins
Goal 2: Hold Dominique under 25 Points
Goal 3: Win the game

Bad Boys

When and Where: May 26, 1990. Game 3, Eastern Conference Finals vs. Pistons, Chicago Stadium
Goal 1: Score 47 points or more
Goal 2: Win the game

1991 NBA Finals

When and Where: June 2 thru June 12, 1991 vs. Lakers, Chicago Stadium and the Great Western Forum
Goal 1: Average 31.0 points or more for the series
Goal 2: Shoot 55 percent or better from the field
Goal 3: Win the series

The Shrug

When and Where: June 3, 1992. Game 1, 1st round playoffs vs. Blazers, Chicago Stadium
Goal 1: Score 35 points or more in the first half
Goal 2: Make 6 or more three-pointers in the first half
Goal 3: Hold Clyde Drexler to fewer than 20 points for the game.
Goal 4: Win the Game

Double Nickel

When and Where: March 18, 1995. Regular season game vs. Knicks, Madison Square Garden
Goal 1: Score 55 points or more.
Goal 2: Shoot 55 percent or better from the field.
Goal 3: Win the game

Father’s Day Victory

When and Where: June 16, 1996. Game 6, 1996 Finals vs. Sonics, United Center
Goal 1: Score 22 points or more.
Goal 2: Grab nine rebounds or more.
Goal 3: Win the game

The Flu Game

When and Where: June 11, 1997. Game 5, 1997 Finals vs. Jazz. Delta Center.
Goal 1: Score 38 points or more.
Goal 2: Grab 7 rebounds or more.
Goal 3: Win the game

Michael’s Last Dance

When and Where: June 14, 1998. Game 6, 1998 Finals vs. Jazz. Delta Center.
Goal 1: Score 45 points or more.
Goal 2: Get 4 steals or more.
Goal 3: Win the game.

Last week we took a preview of the new Blackberry 6 OS that will be coming soon. Now here is a preview of the new OS coming from Microsoft. It has been a while since Windows Mobile was really relevant in the smartphone world, although my T-Mobile Wing that is sitting at the top of my closet would disagree, but I digress. The new OS looks very promising so far. New features includes a completely revamped user interface that is finger friendly with pinch-to-zoom options and a “Tile” home screen. The one thing that makes Windows Phone 7 seem so promising is frankly the people who make it. While mac fanboys are out there on the forums heavy making it seem like Apple is the leader of the whole technology industry the simple fact is that they only sell about 14% of the worlds computers and the other 86% is mostly powered by a Windows operating system of some sort. Microsoft has the ability to do things with a mobile OS like Xbox Live integration, access to the Zune marketplace, and Microsoft Office shipped to stock devices. For all these reasons you would think they would have got it right and kept it right sooner. Needless to say Windows Phone 7 will either be a big hit or a big miss.. Only time will tell. We will keep you updated.

While some of you are still playing with the Firefox 4 BETA I posted earlier, there has been more Firefox news going on. Apple has tested and approved the new “Firefox Home” app from mozilla. No, this is not a full blown alternate web browser… but its the next best thing. Well, sort of. This app lets you take your saved bookmarks, open tabs and history and sync them with your iPhone/iPod Touch. The steps to setting this up correctly are as follows:

1. Install “Firefox Sync” ad-on to your Firefox browser on your computer.
2. Restart Firefox and create an account.
3. Download “Firefox Home” from Apple App Store on your desired iDevice.
4. Open the app from device and sign-in.

After that your history, bookmarks and history on your iDevice and computer should now be in tune with each other. This is just a work around to apple’s efforts to keep safari in your lives. Although if you just cannot take safari anymore or just want to try a new web browsing experience I suggest downloading “Opera Mini Web Browser”

Apple will hold an exclusive press conference on Friday August 16, 2010. All we know is that the subject on this conference is the “iPhone 4″. Some speculate talking about a recall because of the “Death Grip” issue, and some even go as far as to say a price cut. Needless to say we will keep you posted……

In other apple news, a new 4.1 beta firmware has been released to developers which some say includes tweaks to better help with the service issues. Some quick fixes for the “Death Grip” are a $30 official bumper from the nice people at the Apple store, a FREE do it yourself bumper made from one of those ‘Live Strong’ wristbands. If you want a more permanent and fashionable resolution check out ColorWare and your iPhone will be the coolest kid on the block.

Here is a preview of the new Blackberry 6 OS (operating system) which shows off it’s social networking side. There is nothing groundbreaking here besides the fact that BlackBerry is finally starting to try and shed the businessman/woman stereotype that is associated with most BlackBerry users. And stresses the media playing capabilities more than in the past. Nonetheless, the new features to BlackBerry that are apparent here are:

Pinch to zoom web browsing
Built-in social feed that includes Twitter, Facebook and BlackBerry Messenger.

With all the hype surrounding the new iPhone 4 and all of its fancy features, some of the older model iPhone owners are probably thinking you got the short end of the stick. Well once again I’m here to inform you of the power of your technology. Inside this post is a step by step guide to Jailbreaking the new iOS 4 software onto your iPhone 3G or iPodTouch 2G which includes features like home screen backgrounds and multitasking…. click more for the TUT.

*****DISCLAIMER***** I am not responsible for anything you do to harm your phone, do everything in this tutorial at your own will.

Things you need:

• iPod Touch 2g ipsw or iPhone 3G ipsw
• redsn0w for (Windows) or (MAC)

The Steps are basically:

1. Download all files needed
2. Restore your iPod or iPhone in iTunes
3. Close iTunes
4. Run redsn0w program.
5. Follow directions on the screen.

If you are still having trouble here is a video demonstrating procedure.

I don’t know about you, but I have a lot of misinformed friends that figured since they bought the new iPhone they would just be the cool kids on the block walking around and video chatting everyone. Well since the release of the iPhone, (or Apple’s conference in June) we have known that that would not be the case because the FaceTime feature of the iPhone 4 only works via WiFi which would most likely turn into your house, or other places where you spend a lot of time. Now it looks like these misinformed consumers will once again have a way to work around this issue. There in an application called Fring on the apple app store which allows you to video chat others over WiFi that also have a Fring of Skype account.

Features that the App brings to the table:

1. No longer rely on WiFi and can take video calling mobile
2. Can talk to others without iPhone 4
3. Works with Fring and Skype applications on other platforms (PCs, Macbooks, android devices)

Best Buy employee Brian Maupin has become an internet celebrity of late with his hilarious video posted showing the general interaction between him and employees that enter the store. Which depicts a rather close-minded customer with with only one thing on their mind, “I want an iPhone 4″. Not that big a deal right? Funny guy makes a funny video and gets a lot of internet love… Well that’s not how it went down at all. Instead of laughing the situation off Best Buy decides to put the guy on indefinite suspension and was told his job was in jeopardy. Well today Best Buy has granted Maupin a stay of termination and has released this quote:

“We have completed our investigation into the videos created and posted by Brian Maupin, the aspiring film-maker and Best Buy employee. This is an important situation for us because it involved balancing our social media guidelines with a commitment to creating a supportive environment for our employees. It’s important to note that our investigation involved three videos that were posted in late June because they were openly disparaging of our employees, our customers and our vendor partners. Our investigation is over, and these videos are no longer on the web. Contrary to rumors, Brian has not been fired, and is scheduled to return to his job at Best Buy this Friday.”

For the video and Maupin’s Reaction Click MORE

Maupin’s reaction to BestBuy:

“Right now I’m planning on taking a leave of absence so I may survey my current career plans and the future. I’m not sure if it would be comfortable returning to Best Buy considering the circumstances, but I will definitely consider all options.”