August 18, 2011
I love travelling to new places. But how do you find those really good places to eat or stay, or those really fun things to do, in a place you don’t know at all? Sometimes I wish I could find the places the locals go to, the places that are really good, not just really expensive. That’s why I was so glad to find WorldNomads’ Ask A Nomad.
August 17, 2011
If you’re a keen guitarist with an iPhone, iPad or similar, then you may or may not be aware of the plethora of apps aimed at musicians out there. Some apps can be quite expensive, and professional grade music equipment isn’t cheap either – so if you’re eyeing up a new amp, replacing your pickups or repairing ol’ faithful at least you can save some money in the app department.
August 16, 2011
Most people would agree that video instructions are easier to understand than plain written words. That’s why YouTube is chocked full with how-to videos. But making instructional videos is not everybody’s cup of tea as the process is hard and time-consuming. TechSmith – the maker of Jing – has tried to solve the problem by releasing an iPad app called ScreenChomp.
August 15, 2011
You’ve probably read that the US space agency NASA have a rich, free line-up of apps and online services just waiting to be explored. This isn’t to say that NASA is the final word when it comes to astronomy, space travel and cosmic education.
Here are 6 non-NASA iOS apps to give your thumbs and brain a cosmic workout.
August 15, 2011
For those of you, like myself, who like to do nearly all your reading and writing on a digital device, the developers of the online bookmarking and annotation site, Diigo.com, has created Readict for the iPad. This is a useful and practical RSS feed reader and annotation tool that allows you to both access and download your favorite feeds, and a lot more. This week, we’ll be giving away 25 free copies of Readict. Continue reading to learn more about Readict and how to win a free copy from our giveaway.
August 15, 2011
Vudu is a video streaming rental service owned by the behemoth known as Wal-Mart. They function very similarly to Netflix, except instead of paying a monthly fee, you pay per rental. Their system has always worked from a computer, PS3, Boxee or Internet-connected Blu-Ray player, but they have revamped their site to make it fully compatible with the iPad.
August 12, 2011
Boxee may be best known for its media center, but that’s far from all D-Link has been up to with the brand. Today the company has released a free iPad app to flank the Boxee software that it already offers to PC, Mac and Linux users. The new app, much like the media center, is designed to offer an all-in-one interface that can handle your online video needs.
August 11, 2011
Summer is upon us (in the northern hemisphere, at least) and that means barbecues, getting out in the garden, mowing the lawn and tending to your window boxes. Even if you’re not interested in a beautifully landscaped flower garden, there are other applications for your green fingers that can possibly save you some money.
August 10, 2011
While it’s better known as an entertainment gadget, the iPad is also a student’s best friend. The slate can act as a perfect replacement for physical books and notebooks, a portable sketchpad, a mini multimedia player, and a great gaming device. There are also lots of apps that can help students in their study, such as Evernote Peek from Evernote.
August 7, 2011
Apple’s new Smart Cover has made waves lately. Of course, when a new product like this launches, developers are quick to try and find a way to make their app work with it. Toughturtle has got out front to bring the first full featured financial app that interacts with the Smart Cover. The Smart Cover wakes up your phone and has several folds in it so you can just peek at the screen.
