Sankaranand Balaradjou

Author: Sankaranand

  • Download Unofficial DirectX 10 for Windows Xp and other OS.

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    After the DirectX 9.0c there are no further versions expected to be released for Windows Xp based OS because Microsoft is concentrating on DirectX 10 which is only compatible with Windows Vista. The question that pops in your mind is will I be able to install DirectX 10 in my XP based operating system?

    To resolve your confusion, Cody Brocious of Falling Leaf systems has started a project called Alky which was mainly based on enabling the compatibility of playing Direct X 10 based games in your current operating platform. They have extracted a set of library files from the DirectX 10 and thus make it available for download and usable in Windows XP and other operating systems.

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    Not everyone can afford Windows Vista and will be upgrading just to compromise for gaming. So the main catch about this project is they developed a set of libraries that will allow the use of DirectX 10 games on platforms other than Windows Vista, which when used in Vista increases the hardware compatibility.

     

    The libraries act as a proxy to all Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) accessed by an application. This enables us to redirect API requests to existing platform functionality or custom implementations as needed. The libraries also allow us to integrate application-specific logic enabling users to explicitly define application behavior

    – Falling Leaf Systems

    Will Microsoft encourage their development? Absolutely not because, if we have the compatibility of installing directX 10 on Windows Xp then it will affect the market of Vista. Note: Please download the patch at your own risk.

    Links: Download DirectX 10 | Falling Leaf Systems.

  • Sultan the warrior – India’s first expensive animated movie

    After successfully watching Sivaji on First day in First show, I was bit amazed at the beginning when I saw the below trailer running before the screen. Well actually Sultan the warrior is India’s first expensive animated movie that is being done on a personality not a simple personality but South India’s great icon Mr. Rajnikanth. This animated movie is produced by his daughter Soundarya Rajnikanth who is the managing director of Ocher Studios. For the first time they are joining hands with AdLabs.

    Before talking about the film, lets sneak peek the trailor so that you will understand a bit.

    Unlike animation movies like Hanuman etc this movie is powered by 3D like sherk, antz etc. India is vastly developing and competing in all sectors especially film industry compete Hollywood soon. Sultan the warrior features Rajinikanth as a myth hero who powers adventures with his charisma and style that we all melt for on seeing. This is not only a full length animation movie but also a sneaked information shows that they are going to release it as pc game. This animated movie is expected to release next year that is on 2008.

    Opps i forgot about the music, yep as you guessed the music is composed by our Legend A.R Rahman.

    Links: Sultan The Film | Ocher studios.

  • Sony Ericsson k850 the 5 mp camera phone – preview

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    After the rival Nokia releasing its N95 with 5 Megapixel camera phone, Sony Ericsson came from to introduce the same 5 Megapixel camera in its cyber shot series. This phone is expected to launch during the season of Christmas probably during december 2007.

    An overview study about the technical specifications of this phone shows that it has a XENON Flash with 16x digital zoom and auto focus. Unlike other connectivity options, this gadget contains 3G connectivity with HSDPA (fastest transfer technology). Reg Hardware reports that k850 has 40 Mb inbuilt memory but it comes bundled with a 512 Mb card.

    The special feature of this camera is that it allows taking five successive pictures of a take and gives the ability to pick the best out of them. I will post more detail about the phone including its price once it is stepped into the market.

    Source: RegHardware.

  • Have a Closer Look At The iPhone – Video

    Everyone was eagerly waiting for the Apple’s I-phone which is scheduled to release on 29th June ’07 but in Asia it is expected only during 2008. As you all might have seen some cool snaps shots or reviews about this gadget everywhere around the internet, which forced me to stop from writing review about it. I just wanted you to see this awesome i-phone video. Atleast you can chill out curiosity about your apple I-phone’s expectations. FlexBeta has reported a cool video which gives a closer look at the phone.

    This video showing off the new features on the iPhone.

  • Pierce your ear this summer as I did!

    earpiercing.gifI am already fed up with my study holidays with 10 days remaining for the university exams and the hot climate made my day very long and slow. So just for a change I thought of doing something different and as a result, i pierced my ear. The idea suddenly striked my mind that i should pierce ears.  At last I started my bike, went to the nearest men’s parlor and pierced my ear.

    Will it be really painful?

    No! Not even a bit. With modern standards of ear piercing and its instrument you won’t even feel a bit pain while piercing. A special type of medicated gel is applied over the area to be pierced, which after a while makes the area insensitive. With an ear piercing instrument which looks like a gun, your ear will be pierced less than a second without feeling even a micro pain.

    Why should you pierce your ear?

    World is changing everywhere and so do you, with the change in modern history and social attitude why don’t switch yourself? Fashion is not permanent which means you don’t have to worry about your ear. Some see the practice as a form of artistic or self-expression. Others choose to be pierced as a form of sexual expression, or to increase sexual sensitivity. I am not forcing you into other body piercing while ear piercing is just a trendy way to show you.

    Will other bother about your ear being pierced?

    Who cares about others? It’s all your personal attitude and interest. Personal attitudes vary actually because some regard the practice of piercing or of being pierced as spiritual but I pierced for modern primitive.

    Still waiting for your parent’s permission? Ok here is a Satan’s advice to pierce first and show your parents second like I did.

  • Request free office 2007 CD’s from Microsoft

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    As a fan of Microsoft, I want to let the public know about getting a Free Office 2007 Evaluation CD which Microsoft is currently giving out. Yes, don’t worry about the shipping charges which are inclusive of free. All you need is a Microsoft Passport account, with which you can login this page and request a free evaluation CD.

    I have already ordered and got one last week, Office 2007 is one exceptional piece of current Microsoft products which requires high recognition that really is built with good features. If you feel shy about asking a free CD then you can still download the trial version there. You will also be provided with a fully functional 60-day key for trying Microsoft office. Once you like it, you can order a new key and enjoy the benefit of full version.

    Links: Request FREE Office CD | Microsoft Office 2007

    Update: This Offer is closed and Microsoft is no more offering it.

  • Slim g4 world’s thinnest optical mouse

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    This sweet little mouse is really a very useful stuff for laptops users who hating using their hand tiring inbuilt mouse or no need of carrying an extra gram spare mouse everywhere when you take your laptop. 

    Usually 70% of the lappy users carry an external mouse with their laptop bags out of which they feel sick of connecting the mouse again and removing it when not in use or while carrying. But this SLIM G4 mouse is a magical gift for seekers. G4 which is of 5mm thickness  can be fixed as a card into PCMCIA slot of your laptop when not in use.

    Wait we are not just talking about its compactness when not in use but the usability which is most important of all. So do you think this mouse could compensate the pleasure and comfort given by the usual mouse? Absolutely yes, when you eject the mouse out of the PCMCIA slot for using, it automatically unfolds to perfect position such that it gives support to your palm while using the mouse.

    You can buy the product from their official product site, but you won’t understand a bit there coz its in Chinese.

  • CC Cleaner system cleaning utility – [Review]

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    CC cleaner is one of a best freeware available around which is used for tweaking system and protecting privacy. This is of my favorite software which I would recommend and rate 5 stars. Unlike software like Registry mechanic, System Mechanic, this simple and easy to use cleaner is very effective and stays lite in your system. Also it occupies fewer amounts of system resources while using. Don’t be afraid of spyware or malware coz this freeware is completely free from those junks.

    Ok let’s peep in about its features; see below for what this small piece of program can do:

    Internet Explorer:
    Temporary files, URL history, cookies, Autocomplete form history, index.dat.
    Firefox:
    Temporary files, URL history, cookies, download history.
    Opera:
    Temporary files, URL history, cookies.
    Windows:
    Recycle Bin, Recent Documents, Temporary files and Log files.

    Registry cleaner:
    Advanced features to remove unused and old entries, including File Extensions, ActiveX Controls, ClassIDs, ProgIDs, Uninstallers, Shared DLLs, Fonts, Help Files, Application Paths, Icons, Invalid Shortcuts and more… also comes with a comprehensive backup feature.

    Third-party applications:
    Removes temp files and recent file lists (MRUs) from many apps including Media Player, eMule, Kazaa, Google Toolbar, Netscape, MS Office, Nero, Adobe Acrobat, WinRAR, WinAce, WinZip and many more…

    One of a recommend program for each and every system, never mind about the system specifications it works like a diamond on all boxes. CC is not only used as a cleaner but built in features like Issues which analyses your computers registry and fix the bugs, including tools for managing the start and installed program in computer. If you want to see my reviews in truth then please try this utility software.

    Links: CC Cleaner | Download.

  • Microsoft Developer Knowledge Drive

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    Developer knowledge Drive is a Microsoft resource program along with Monster.com for your development in IT career. This program aims in delivering resources like Newsletter, downloads and Gifts too. Being a regular reader of MSDN flash newsletter, it has valued information which is worthwhile to read and sort of.

    For every student and IT professionals who are focusing their career towards Information Technology field should opt-in to this drive program. Registration for this program is 100% free and you can join by clicking here.  The extra bit about the program is that Microsoft wants to promote it by giving referral points which you can easily redeem for gifts like cool Xbox 360, USB Music Players, Microsoft Leather Key Chains and Microsoft T-shirts. There are many reasons to join this program one of them is that it makes you stay abreast of the latest information and technical know-how thing. You will also be notified about latest events and other programs as a privileged member.

    Still waiting for the free program to join?

    Links:  Microsoft DKD | Join here.