The Tenth Dimension

Imagining the Tenth Dimension is a flash presentation of how we can imagine just that, the tenth dimension. The flash movie starts at 0, no dimension, and works its way through each dimension one-by-one up to the 10th, explaining how one would be able to imagine or if it were possible even experience each dimension.

In string theory, physicists tell us that the subatomic particles that make up our universe are created within ten spatial dimensions (plus an eleventh dimension of “time”) by the vibrations of exquisitely small “superstrings”. The average person has barely gotten used to the idea of there being four dimensions: how can we possibly imagine the tenth?

The flash presentation of Imagining the Tenth Dimension is is based of the book “Imagining the Tenth Dimension” by Rob Bryanton.

(Thanks Erik)

Free Zooomr Pro accounts for Bloggers

Zooomr is currently giving free Zooomr Pro accounts to all bloggers that want them. According to their blog post the only requirement to getting your free Pro account is to post one image on your blog, which is hosted by Zooomr. Once this requirement has been met and verified, your account will be upgraded to Pro status at no charge.

Zooomr was developed by Kristopher Tate and is a direct competitor to other photo sharing services such as Flickr. Look for Zooomr 2.0 in a few days, as they are getting ready to release it.

Internet users take sides on the Rocketboom video blog Scandal

Amanda Congdon and Andrew Baron, the revolutionary video blog Rocketboom duo have split up.

The announcement first came from Amanda on her personal blog, in the form of what first appeared to be a Rocketboom video. Amanda went on to say she had been “unboomed” and that Andrew was no longer interested in being her partner.

Shortly after Amanda’s video was posted, the rocketboom home page was updated stating that in-fact it was Amanda’s decision to leave and that she had not been fired.

Amanda once again replied on her personal blog, basically calling Andrew Baron out on the lie, then going into detail on subject matter which was previously discussed and agreed upon by the duo..

Now, Internet users are voting on who they believe. Rocket Vote was born shortly after this all took place, as a place to allow rocketboom viewers to express themselves and vote on who they believe.

It looks like Amanda has taken the early lead, and with her latest rebuttal to Andrew’s comments still unanswered, it’s easy to see why.

Ebay updates Payment policy and bans Google Checkout

Ebay has updated its Safe Payments policy to include Google Checkout as part of its list of online payment methods not permitted on eBay. According to eBay’s Safe Payments policy, payment service must have a “substantial historical track record of providing safe and reliable financial and/or banking related services.”

Google’s spokesperson said yesterday, “Google Checkout is not a beta product. Google has a long history in billing and payments for AdWords and for premium services, such as Google Video.”

“We want to work with everybody”

Zoom Lens for Nokia mobile camera phones

Mad4MobilePhones has the scoop on a zoom lens by a company based out of Hong Kong called Brando, which can be attached to certain Nokia mobile camera phones.

The lens attaches to the existing camera with a special battery casing, which comes in the kit. The user simply replaces their existing battery casing, attaches the 6x Zoom Lens, and is ready to take great shots.

The whole kit(lens, battery casing and strap) costs $19. You probably shouldn’t expect phenomenal picture quality from it, as a lens is only as good as the camera that it attaches to. Still, at under $20 you probably can’t go wrong.

Source: Mad4MobilePhones

Tips on how to photograph Fireworks

Perhaps you just got yourself a shiny new Canon Rebel XT digital camera, or you are planning on using your existing camera to capture some great fireworks shots on the 4th of July.

Fireworks are probably amongst the easiest subjects to photograph. All you really need to do is setup your camera and continually snap the shutter. You’ll get some amazing results with very little effort.

The key to shooting fireworks is preparation. Here are 5 hot tips to from the PhotoBird Learning Center, which you can put to good use on the 4th of July or anytime you want to try and capture some great fireworks shots..

• Use a tripod - You are going to be taking a lot of pictures in a 20-30 minute fireworks show. You need a tripod to keep your camera steady.
• Use the remote control or timer - To avoid any shaking, even if your camera is mounted on a tripod, always use a remote control or the built in timer.
• Long exposure time and shutter speed - Experiment with your camera’s exposure settings. Try setting it to 3-4 seconds and see how the first few shots come out. Play around with these settings. You can get very creative and capture some good pictures.
• Turn off the camera’s flash - Even though your camera will probably want to use the flash, make sure it’s turned off.
• Location, location, location - This is probably the most important. Make sure you arrive early to find a good place to setup at. You generally don’t want people or objects in the way, and you also want to avoid being near any sources of light.