WordPress 2.7 is Coming, Beta Released!
WordPress recently released version 2.7 beta 1 of their popular open source software.
WordPress 2.7 introduces some major changes to the WordPress Administration Dashboard user interface and new functionality. The new admin menu will now be displayed in the left sidebar instead of the traditional way of displaying across the header.
The new WordPress release will also include some much anticipated functionality enhancements including Mass edit posts/pages, auto pagination of comments, quick edit from the manage screen, and the much requested sticky post for your home page.
Let WebDevStudios.com help you upgrade your WordPress powered website to WordPress 2.7 when the final version is released! We will also help you learn and take advantage of all the new features offered by version 2.7! Contact us today for more details.
Happy Halloween from WebDevStudios.com!
Happy Halloween from all of us at WebDevStudios.com!
Eric Martin carved this custom pumpkin with the WordPress logo! We loved it so much we wanted to share with you. You can view more of his awesome WordPress pumpkin carving on his blog.
Have a safe and spooky Halloween 2008!
WordPress 2.6.3 Upgrade Released
WordPress just released version 2.6.3 of their open source website framework.
WordPress version 2.6.3 fixes a vulnerability in the Snoopy library. The Snoopy library is used to fetch RSS feeds that are displayed on the WordPress dashboard.
WordPress does state this is a low risk vulnerability, but it is always a good idea to upgrade as new versions and patches are released. Once WordPress 2.6.3 has been installed in our development environment, we will begin to push out upgrades to all customers still on a current support contract.
Drupal version 5.11 and 6.5 Final Released
Drupal, the popular open-source CMS, released version 5.11 and 6.5 core update.
This release does patch critical security vulnerabilities exposed in older versions and is a recommended upgrade.
Drupal is a powerful open source content management system and an excellent choice for E-Commerce Stores, Corporate and Intranet Websites, and Community Web Portals.
Once Drupal 5.11 and 6.5 have been installed in our testing environment, we will begin to push out updates to clients running on the Drupal framework.
New WebDevStudios.com Logo
We recently launched our new WebDevStudios.com logo!
Trendy Minds, an Indianapolis based design firm, worked with us to help create our new logo with a more modern web 2.0 style. Trendy Minds did an excellent job encapsulating our vision for a new logo and identity.
Trendy Minds and WebDevStudios.com have worked together on various projects throughout the year. We highly recommend the amazing work that they do!
WordPress MU 2.6.2 Final Released
WordPress MU, the multi-blog version of WordPress, released version 2.6.2 today.
There are no major security vulnerabilities exposed in this release, but it does contain a number of important bug fixes which can be tracked on the WordPress MU development timeline.
WordPress MU is a powerful blogging platform with the ability to publish and maintain thousands of blogs with a single install of WordPress MU. A blog network is a great way to increase organic search engine traffic, expand customer loyalty, and build new reader relationships.
Contact us today to discuss how WebDevStudios can help you leverage the power of WordPress MU.
Google Unveils New Android Powered Cell Phone
Google, T-Mobile, and HTC unveiled the details of their new phone running the Google mobile OS Android. The new T-Mobile G1 phone looks to be a solid alternative to Apples iPhone, with more of a focus on openness.
The T-Mobile G1 will launch commercially on October 22nd of this year. With the launch of the first Android powered cell phone, the market is widely open for custom developed Android applications. Android will feature an Android Market where developers can publish their custom built Android applications to be easily downloadable directly to any Android powered cell phone.
WebDevStudios has been hard at work researching and developing with the Android SDK and are able to create any type of custom Android application needed for your business or services.
Contact us today to get started on bringing your ideas to reality on the Google Android mobile OS!
WordPress 2.6.2 Final Released
WordPress has announced the final release of WordPress 2.6.2.
WordPress 2.6.2 fixes issues with SQL Column Truncation and the weakness of mt_rand(). This new version also contains a number of bug fixes to the WordPress core.
If you allow open registration on your site, you should definitely upgrade. Once WordPress 2.6.2 has been installed in our testing environment, we will begin to roll out upgrades to customers still on a current support contract.
The Tech Buzz Website Giveaway Winner Announced!
The Tech Buzz online technology show has announced the winner of the WebDevStudios.com sponsored website giveaway!
The winner of the contest will receive a website created by WebDevStudios.com and valued at over $1000! Stephan, the host of the show, announced the winner live on the air last night. We are excited to share with everyone that the winner is Nick Mejia!
We would like to thank everyone who entered the contest and for making it a great success! Be sure to stay tuned to The Tech Buzz for future contest and prizes!
OpenSocial Applications Launch on Friendster
Friendster.com announced the launch of OpenSocial applications on their social network today. This will allow any application created using OpenSocial to be used directly on Friendster!
Friendster announced their own API last October. There will be no apparent difference to users between an OpenSocial and Friendster application, as both will be supported.
Open Social is a common API for social applications across multiple websites. There are many websites implementing OpenSocial including hi5, MySpace, LinkedIn, Ning, orkut, Hyves, imeem, Oracle, Plaxo, Salesforce.com, Six Apart, Tianji, Viadeo, and XING.
