Killer Tech Tips

There are occasions when you will want to hide files secretly to protect from or prevent unasked access. You must have heard of a handful of tricks on how to hide files inside pictures and other files in Windows.

OmniHide is a cool little tool that will let you hide files within other files – the Pro version can hide files inside an image file, a video, an audio file like an MP3 or any text document. What’s more – you can password protect files for that extra safety.

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Previously reviewed SkiniTunes is an addon for iTunes that adds skins to the mini iTunes player. Besides just skinning the mini player with themes, the SkiniTunes app also adds album artwork to the mini iTunes player. See the nice reviews they’ve got in their blog. There are two versions of the app – free and pro.

While the free version does the obvious stuff like skinning iTunes and adding artwork to the miniplayer, the pro version goes a little ahead and adds fancy Window effects, adjustable transparency, ability to download lyrics, a sleep timer among other things. The pro versioon costs $5.

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We offered readers a chance to grab a 50 GB Syncplicity Pro account last week, and here are the winners:

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Update: The giveaway is closed. Winners have been announced.

Killer Tech Tips is offering two of you a chance to win a 50 GB account (each) for Syncplicity. If you don’t know what Syncplicity is, it’s a really functional program that will keep files and folder synchronized between computers. If you frequently work on multiple computers, you’ll find Syncplicity indispensable.
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Jinni is a new site under private beta where you can watch movies, TV Shows, short films and other online videos based on your mood. Head on to How-To Geek to read a review of the service.

I signed up using their form, and I have around 10 free invites for Jinni to give away. If you need a free invite for Jinni.com, just leave a comment with a working email address so that I can send you the invitation.

Update: Please look for Jinni invites elsewhere. All invites used up.

I’ve got three Hunch invites to give away for free here. If you need one, please leave a comment with a working email address. I’ll give them on a first come, first served basis.

For those who are not aware of Hunch, read ReadWriteWeb’s review of Hunch here. It’s a site that lets you make decisions easily.

Update: Invites sent out and we have none remaining!

If you’re the kind of person who frequently keeps changing skins on your desktop, you’ll love Hyperdesk. Hyperdesk is a product from The Skins Factory that allows you to skin your Windows desktop.

The themes are designed by commercial artists – so they look very professional. Every skin suite (Hypertheme) includes a Windows theme, a cute icon set, and an equally pleasing wallpaper. Additional stuff like Windows Media Player themes and a few widgets are also present in some themes.

Here’s why Hyperdesk’s Hypersuites are better than many other themes available for download:

• Very brilliant themes – professionally designed, no niggles, and neat finish
• Hyperdesk uses Microsoft’s own skinning engine – so your system stays stable
• It’s a matter of just click – install – apply. Doesn’t involve any hacks
• One click easy restore – You can easily return back to the default theme at the click of a button – no hassles here as well

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As promised, the three 30 GB Free Annual SugarSync subscriptions go to Narayanan Hariharan, Madhur Kapoor and Arun. Your SugarSync accounts will be upgraded soon with the 30GB space for one whole year! I’m sure you’ll find it useful, guys. Enjoy!

And, Proto.in, dubbed India’s Startup Event is happening this year on July 18 and 19 at IIT, Delhi. The event brings entrepreneurs, techies, bloggers, and students together. It’s a platform for good exposure and you could showcase and present your technology ideas.

I’ve got around 3 bloggers’ passes for the event to giveaway. If you need one, leave a trackback here. I’ll make sure you get one for free!