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How to Upload to YouTube from your Shadow
Sep 4th
There are many ways to watch online video and YouTube videos from your Shadow but perhaps you want to upload a video. It’s easy to do. You do need an email account setup on your Shadow, a data connection, a YouTube account and a video to upload. It’s recommended you upload using a wifi connection instead of Edge. Keep reading for the low down. More >
.CAB’s for Dummies (How to Install a .CAB File)
Jun 25th

Many people who buy cell phones just get them for making phone calls, text messaging and surfing the web, few people know that they can actually make their phones act more how they want them to beyond the “Settings” screen. That’s where communities like ours come in. We mod, hack, theme and edit our phones to the breaking point. We squeeze every ounce of functionality out of our devices, and tweak them till they’re perfect (or close to it).
Everyone needs to begin somewhere though, and putting programs on your device is a good starting point. And that’s what we’re going to do now, install our first program. More >
ROMs For Dummies: Part Two
Feb 25th
If you’re ready for part two of ROMs for Dummies its here! Remember your initial questions and answers about ROMs were answered in part one. So what are you waiting for? Get to cooking!
Taking Screen Shots on the G1: Not So Easy
Nov 4th

Taking screen shots has long been on of the most useful ways to show off an app, wallpaper or problem. At this time Android doesn’t make this any easier. The process to get it setup is not as easy as for taking screen shots on Windows Mobile. Christina Warren over at the Download Squad has rounded up some directions for the process. Warning: This isn’t for those that want a quick fix. It looks like we will have to wait a little longer for a simple Screen Shot Capture app for the G1.
Organize That Drawer!
Jun 5th
This isn’t Shadow specific but has more to do with our cluttered drawers full of phones, devices, accessories, mp3 players, cables and what nots. I got tired of rummaging around to find one simple thing and every drawer organizer on the market either didn’t fit the drawer right or was pointless and wasted a lot space.
So I decided to make my own. It was surprisingly easier to do than expected and now I have an awesome drawer for my precious goods. Check out the video below for the complete process. Apologies for the shaky parts of the video
How to Set an MP3 as a Ringtone
Nov 26th
Nick asked if there was a way to set an MP3 as a ring-tone. Yes! This post will walk you through setting one of your favorite songs as your ring-tone. Note: It is better to use an MP3 without DRM protection. Read on for the Full story!



