GOOGLE TRANSFORMS

Over the next few days Goole will have a feature on the bottom left corner of the homepage that will allow users to download their own photo from their computers or Picasa Web albums and use as the background on Google.com.
Google claims it is now the consumers turn to customize, just like how Bing has a similar feature, with was also borrowed from Ask.com which offers themes.
I know I always liked seeing new Google Fonts, and designs on certain days, whether it was someones birthday or a national holiday, that Google had customized. I know I will want to use Google even more to see new pictures constantly changing. They are attracting the users, and it is constantly competing with other search engines, while at the same time advertising through an interactive way. Im sure Google does not need to be worried about loosing users, but if they were this is a sure way to pick up more people, and keep their page fresh.

Skype Charging Consumers

Skype intends to charge iPhone users for calls made over AT&T's 3G network later this year. Everyone with an AT&T should check their new data plans, and refrain from getting charged by checking the new services. Skype has no intentions of charging Verizon Wireless' smart phone customers to get the same feature. AT&T did not allow voice-over IP transmissions until it changed its policy in October, so Skype has worked hard to allow calls in this network.
This week was when Apple approved a new version of the Skype App, and was downloaded 5 million times. If anyone doesnt want to be charged without knowing this about this service should not download Skype on through AT&T.
Im not sure that this seems fair just for AT&T providers, the app should not be allowed to be downloaded and charged without the consent and knowledge of the user.
Eventually nothing is going to be free, and smart phones are just going to be a hassle, and have huge fees. Cell phones have become a necessity and are well used today, I hope that nothing stupid like raised fees leads to there downfall.