Fetch error installing Java on Ubuntu 11.04. Solved!

I am running Ubuntu 11.04 and was trying to install the Java OpenJDK 6.0 (and 7.0) on my system but I received the following error: Unable to fetch some archives, maybe run apt-get update or try with –fix-missing? I tried installing several different Java packages but all of them failed with the same error. Finally, [...]

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Official Gingerbread 2.3.3 Finally Released for G2x!!!

Finally!! After months of waiting and waiting, LG has released the official Gingerbread 2.3.3 update for the G2x. Go to: http://www.lg.com/us/support/mc-support/mobile-phone-support.jsp Click on the download link and run this Update ool Connect your phone to your PC via USB If Windows does not recognize your phone, click on the Install USB Driver button Disconnect and re-connect [...]

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The Essential HTC Sensation (T-mobile) Resource Guide

T-mobile officially released the HTC Sensation on June 15th. There are numerous questions that current and prospective owners might have regarding this phone, so I put together this quick reference guide.  This resource guide will attempt to gather pertinent information and links regarding this phone in one central place. If you have anything else to [...]

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Solved! Installing mysql gem – extconf.rb failed error

Are you attempting to install the mysql gem and you are receiving this error? Fetching: mysql-2.8.1.gem (100%) Building native extensions. This could take a while… ERROR: Error installing mysql: ERROR: Failed to build gem native extension. /usr/bin/ruby1.8 extconf.rb checking for mysql_query() in -lmysqlclient… no checking for main() in -lm… yes checking for mysql_query() in -lmysqlclient… [...]

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How to enable Swype on G2x and other Android phones

This article will show you step by step how to enable Swype on your G2x or other supported Android phones. For those that are not familiar, Swype is a text input method whereby the you continuously drag your finger across the keyboard to generate words. It is a simple option to enable/disable, so give it [...]

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Is the “Wii U” console HD-capable? Yes!!!

There is a lot of hype centered around Nintendo’s latest video game system, Wii U. One major feature that was left out of the original Wii system was the ability to output high-definition (HD) video. The system specifications of the Wii U were released today and rest-assured, this console DOES in fact support HD. Finally, [...]

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How to take a screenshot with the LG (T-Mobile) G2x

Taking screenshots with the G2x is simple and convenient. It provides an easy way of capturing what is being displayed on the screen and add it to the Gallery. From the gallery, you can easily “share” it to your e-mail, facebook, picasa, etc. To take the screenshot, simply push the Power button and the Home [...]

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The Essential LG (T-Mobile) G2x Reference Guide

Official Gingerbread update is now available!! As an owner of the newly released LG G2x mobile phone for T-mobile, there are numerous questions that fellow owners might have. Also, this phone was released with a large number of defects that remain unresolved.  This resource guide will attempt to gather pertinent information and links regarding this [...]

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pgAdmin – PostgreSQL GUI Management Tool

If you are looking for a GUI management tool for PostgreSQL databases, look no further. pgAdmin III is a freeware utility for *nix and Windows operating systems that allows you to design and manage your databases. Using this tool, you can create, edit, delete tables and data for your databases. It supports an enormous amount [...]

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Best T-Mobile G2x Screen Protector – Skinomi

These days, cell phones are not cheap – they can cost upwards of $500. You need to protect your investment and one of the ways of doing this is by adding an invisible screen protector. This will prevent your screen from getting scratches whether you have it in your pocket or have keys rubbing up [...]

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