October Specials | 10.2013

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Our Manchester, NH, Rutland, VT, S. Burlington, VT, and Key West, FL stores have their own Facebook pages!

Keep up-to-date with local news, classes, and specials for the location nearest you.

Like us:

* “**Manchester, NH Retail Store Facebook Page**”:https://www.facebook.com/smalldognh
* “**Rutland, VT Retail Store Facebook Page**”:https://www.facebook.com/smalldogrld
* “**S. Burlington, VT Retail Store Facebook Page**”:https://www.facebook.com/smalldogsbtv
* “**Key West, FL Retail Store**”:https://www.facebook.com/smalldogkw

You can find our company Facebook page here:

* “**Small Dog Electronics HQ**”:https://www.facebook.com/hellosmalldog

We have our very own radio show, __Small Dog Speaks,__ so be sure to listen to our very own Don Mayer and Rebecca Kraemer offer up Mac tips and news every Thursday at 1PM.

Tune your radios to 96.1FM or stream the show live at: “*WDEV Live!*”:http://icecast.stretchinternet.com:8000/wdev

Check out archived shows and submit your questions at “*Smalldog.com/sdspeaks*”:http://www.smalldog.com/sdspeaks

The Adobe Suite CS6 Master Collection includes the major Adobe products: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Dreamweaver, Flash, Premiere, and Fireworks, along with a host of other additional programs that compliment these, such as Flash Builder, Bridge, and Prelude. The CS6 suite doesn’t feel like as much of an upgrade as CS5 did, but there are some solid improvements.

Every program has now adopted the darker color theme After Effects has used for prior versions, allowing you to focus more on your work than on the interface. They’ve also consolidated the many individual windows and panels into one frame, as opposed to several like before. Each program includes one window, which makes the interface more organized.

I’ve also noticed they’ve made integration with other programs a lot easier. There are plugins and individual components that help integrate Cinema 4D (a 3D-rendering program) with After Effects, and vice versa, and there’s more support for SVG files in Illustrator and Photoshop.

Though the improvements are nice, in a way, CS6 feels more like a software update as opposed to an entirely new release of the programs. If they had included the early versions of their upcoming line of products — the Adobe Edge programs — then it would have felt worth the price tag.

Web design and development seem to be a fast-evolving arena right now, with new little tools and add-ons popping up every week online, so I’m surprised a company like Adobe didn’t try to have more of a stake here. Maybe those will be included in their now member-based suite, Creative Cloud.

*Greetings from Manchester!*

With Fall in full swing, the leaves are not the only thing changing — our store is, too! As you already know, Apple’s latest addition to the iPhone family is bursting with new colors and offers budget-friendly answers to those stuck in 2-year contracts. iOS 7 has received mixed reviews from consumers, but those of us in the know understand the upgraded speed and functionality that it brings, and can help you with any questions.

iPad in Business was a solid success, with many Manchester business leaders and professionals in attendance. The 100-year-old Palace Theatre served as a whimsical backdrop for Peter Kerns from Apple to present some of the newest innovations available.

Apple’s refresh of the iMac line-up makes them more powerful than ever. All five of our retail stores now have the new iPhone 5s and 5c available to take a test drive, so head on in. Can’t decide on what color you want? Buy all of ’em and give them as holiday gifts to your friends and family!

Sean Bourque, __Manchester Retail Store Manager__
“**sean@smalldog.com**”:mailto:sean@smalldog.com

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**For iPad**
New to iPad and iOS? Never used a computer before? Our **iPad Basics** class is designed strictly for beginners.

**For Mac**
New to Macs? Switching over from a Windows-based PC? Never used a computer before? Our **Absolute Mac Basics** class is designed strictly for beginners.

Give us a call for the schedule and to sign up:
**603.836.0003** | **802-281-4490**

**Classes coming soon to our Key West location.**

When one mentions “iHome,” you may immediately think Apple. As it turns out, the iHome product line is just the tip of the iceberg for its parent company, SDI Technologies.

Founded in 1956, they were the first to introduce many products that you might have thought other major brands scooped up first, like Sony or RCA. SDI Technologies became known for their transistor radios, and, believe it or not, pocket lighters. They were also the first to combine the cassette deck with a clock radio, as well as the telephone/clock radio combination.

That makes sense since iHome is all about innovation and combining everyday features and needs into one, compact device. In 2005, they introduced the world to the first iPod clock radio, and the rest is history. The iHome name has become synonymous with quality and iPhone/iPod/iPad docking capabilities.

SDI Technologies currently makes products for Timex and Zenith, and they are always willing to give new business ventures a shot. In 2007, SDI tried their hand at marketing audio electronics for SanDisk and Microsoft for their Sansa and Zune lines, respectively. While the iHome name generally refers to accessories for Apple products, the company also markets to Android and Kindle users as well, making docking stations, charging stations, and keyboard attachments.

I have always enjoyed using iHome products and feel that the brand is sound (no pun intended) and a good alternative when looking for an off-brand accessory.