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How To: Set the media volume on your Android phone

One of the salient advantages of a Google Android smartphone over, say, an Apple iPhone, is the inherent extendibility of the open-source Android mobile OS. There are a seemingly infinite number of settings to tweak and advanced features to discover and use. This free video tutorial, in particular, discusses how to tell your Android mobile phone to play media at one volume and everything else (ringtones & notifications, for example) at a second, different volume.

How To: Make the perfect egg omelette

Jack from "Cooking with Jack" shows you how to make the perfect omelette in this quick video. You'll learn the common problems and mistakes made when making an omelette and how to make some simple corrections. He discusses the wide variety of ingredients that you can use. Jack then shows you a new method that a viewer sent in that involves broiling the omelette in the oven to ensure you end up with a perfectly cooked omelette every time!

How To: Shoot b-roll footage

In this episode of The Shirtless Apprentice, Matt is on location to discuss some more tips for shooting internet video, specifically directed towards capturing B-Roll. Take a look at our links section for more shooting tips!

How To: Use the track matte effect in Premiere Pro CS3

Jeff Schell walks you through, step by step, how to create a handful of different track mattes in Premiere Pro CS3. Schell discusses where you can apply a track matte, how to expand it, how to apply and expand a blur, and what track you want to borrow the shape from. He also shows us how to apply a track matte with a title, and details the effects of a luma matte.

How To: Shoot the puck

Coach Tom Martin discusses different techniques for shooting and the various types of shots used in the game. Among these are the wrist shot, snap shot, and the slap shot. A recap is given at the end of the video. Throughout the video, tips appear in the form of pop ups.

How To: Perform the scissors move

Mia Hamm and Ian Sawyers discuss and illustrate how to perform the scissors move. Mia shows basic drills, while Ian gives some teaching tips. Summaries are given in the form of sidebars during the video, and tips are used in the forms of popups.

How To: Play doubles properly

The doubles team of Mike and Bob Bryan discuss doubles strategy with tennis pro Brad Gilbert. Movement, communication and proper positioning are key. Tips are given throughout the video in the form of popups. Easy to understand.

How To: Perform a basic backhand shot

Brad Gilbert discusses and illustrates the basic types of backhand. They are the semi western, and the unit turn. Different types of swings are shown as well. The backhand is very similar to the forehand - everything is basically reversed. A summary is given at the end of the video. Easy to understand video.

How To: Perform a basic forehand shot

Tennis pro Brad Gilbert discusses and illustrates the basic forehand shot and the grips that can be used. The types of grips are the continental grip, and the semi western. The types of stances used are the closed, open and the unit turn. This video is easy to understand and follow.

How To: Win the baseline

Tennis pro Brad Gilbert discusses and illustrates baseline strategy. Strategies covered are positioning, moving your opponent and how to finish both at a beginning and advanced level. Summaries and tips are given throughout the videos with sidebars and popups respectively.

How To: Make carbonated fruit

Learn how to make fruit that crackles and fizzes in your mouth. The process is a mix of science and cooking that employs the use of dry ice. This is a narrated video that also discusses the necessary safety precautions of using dry ice.

How To: Introduce yourself in the Mandarin Chinese language

Introducing yourself on the streets of China can be tough if you don't know the local language. This video will help you learn some essential words and phrases in Mandarin Chinese when trying to introduce yourself and tell people what languages you do speak. You'll learn to talk about nationalities and what country you're from. Telling people what languages you speak and your level of knowledge are also discussed.

How To: Assemble the cameramatic when using MAXON Cinema 4D

This clip discusses how to use the cameramatic within MAXON Cinema 4D. Whether you're new to MAXON's popular 3D modeling application or are just looking to get better acquainted with Cinema 4D and its various features and functions, you're sure to enjoy this free video software tutorial. For more information, including complete instructions, watch this 3D modeler's guide.

How To: Import tracking data from SynthEyes into Cinema 4D

This video tutorial discusses how to use SynthEyes camera tracking data within Cinema 4D or C4D. Whether you're new to MAXON's popular 3D modeling application or are just looking to get better acquainted with Cinema 4D and its various features and functions, you're sure to enjoy this free video software tutorial. For more information, and to get started using this trick in your own Cinema 4D projects, watch this 3D modeler's guide.

How To: Make use of the 3D environment in Apple Motion 3

This clip covers the basics of creating and working with 3D models within Apple Motion 3, discussing a number of useful keyboard shortcuts. Whether you're new to the Apple's popular motion graphics editor/compositing application or are a seasoned digital video professional simply wishing to get better acquainted with Motion 4, you're sure to find value in this tutorial. For more information, and to get started using this trick yourself, take a look.

How To: Teach proper head and neck movement in Pilates

This clip discusses how to teach proper head and neck movement as a Pilates instructor. Whether you're considering the possibility of starting your own Pilates studio or already have one and just need a little help tackling a particular pedagogical problem, you're sure to be well served by this free video lesson from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For more information, including a comprehensive overview, watch this video guide.

How To: Work with multiple objects at once in Blender 2.5

This clip presents a general introduction on how to work with multiple objects simultaneously within Blender 2.5 and discusses the topics of loading and saving. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular 3D modeling program or a seasoned graphic artist just interested in better acquainting yourself with the application, you're sure to be well served by this free video tutorial. For more information, including detailed instructions, take a look.

How To: Download and install Blender 2.5

This clip discusses the process of downloading and installing Blender, the free 3D modeling and animation application. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist merely on the lookout for new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software tutorial from the folks at CG Cookie. For more information, including step-by-step instructions, take a look!

How To: Use the Music Player app on a Samsung Reality phone

Whether you're the proud owner of a Samsung Reality smartphone or perhaps just considering picking one up, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial, which presents a complete overview of the phone's various features. Specifically, this video presents a look at the music player in the Reality's Media Center, discussing its Album views, equalizer, skins and homescreen player features.

How To: Use Advanced Techniques to Improve Softball Hitting

This video features softball coach Crissy Rapp explaining some of the advanced techniques of softball hitting. Working with a tee, the presenter and her discuss different contact points, and how to practice using the proper contact point to hit the ball where you want it to go. Never hit a weak grounder to third again! Well, there is no training technique that can promise that, but you should be hitting those a lot less after practicing these techniques.