Archive for June, 2011
June 10th, 2011 at 11:02 AM EST | by inu846W
Summer’s here and the time is right, for getting the best deal. Ok, well maybe summer isn’t officially here yet, but it’s getting real hot in most places and it’s time to take advantage of some hot deals from Griffin on iPad, iPhone and other accessories. Save 10% on all products when using the code GRILLIN10 at Griffin.com
through July 31st.
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June 9th, 2011 at 2:30 PM EST | by Christopher
Summer is the biggest travel season, and now that you have your vacation days set up with the boss, it is time to figure out where you will take your family. Make your trip extra special by bringing your iPad along with you.
Tripit (Free)
When traveling, it is easy to get frazzled with the amount of travel information you must keep straight. This app helps to keep information organized no matter where you booked your travel plans. Although there is a paid version for $3.99, the only difference is the free version does include advertisements. Easily keep all your confirmation numbers, times, and flight numbers in one place. Also include activity information and times so you don’t miss out on all the important events you want to see during your trip. Once your trip is set up in the app, email it to family or anyone who might need to get in touch with you during your vacation. All of this reduces the need for pesky paperwork.
Disneyland Magic Guide ($2.99)
This app is a must have if you are going to visit Mickey and his friends, and you have a 3G iPad. The app features interactive maps for both Disneyland and California Adventure parks. Disneyland Magic Guide not only finds your GPS location, but also indicates wait times for popular rides at the park. Now you can better plan your day at the park by finding what rides have small lines. For mealtime, use the app to display dining menus and set up reservations. Also included is the ability to search by restaurant and email the dining schedule to others in your vacation group. Special events and park hours are available to plan your day at the park.
NYC Free and Frugal ($2.99)
Not every vacation needs to be expensive. If you are traveling to New York City this summer, this app will aid in keeping your vacation costs down while not missing any of the must-see sites. Along with maps that pinpoint important places to visit, NYC Free and Frugal includes so much information about each of the destinations that you feel like you have a native tourist guide with you throughout your trip. If you do not have a 3G iPad, this app gives the ability to view maps offline. You also have the ability to filter search results based on what you want to see – such as child friendly, high energy, or hidden gems. Using this app will make sure you do not miss anything during your trip.
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June 8th, 2011 at 3:23 PM EST | by Oliver VanDervoort
One of the best features of gaming on the iPad is that more and more developers are bringing the oldies back and making them goodies again. We recently reviewed the new X-Men game that is like taking a visit back to the 1990’s arcade with its graphic and game play and now we’re looking at another game that seems like it was completely ported from decades ago to the iPad with very few changes.
If you play Dragon’s Lair HD for iPad and don’t feel like you are being transported back to the days of coin machines and tokens then you simply don’t have enough imagination. This particular game is truly the kind of port many of the video game purists would love to see. The one thing I remember most about playing this game in the arcade is that there seemingly wasn’t enough time to make the right decision. I don’t know how many times I died three or four minutes into my first quarter because I was expected to make snap decisions and couldn’t do it. That feeling of having to react as quick as humanly possible has been brought back with the rest and when you aren’t spending a bucket load of quarters trying to just get past the first screen, the need to react quickly is just fun.
The rest of the game is just as you might remember it, from the different rooms you have to jump into and the monsters you have to try and avoid. The game will also flash the directional button you must hit in order to survive to the next room and you will need to hit that button quickly in order to avoid dying. The graphics are exactly as they were back in the day and while the cartoon-ish graphics were truly something incredibly new back when the arcade came out, and even now they give the game a look few other iPad games can offer.
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June 8th, 2011 at 11:31 AM EST | by inu846W
After iOS 5 was announced this past Monday, developers were able to download the beta version for the latest iOS software update. It appears that some who poked around in the iOS 5 code found some interesting hints of future iPad versions. The references include mention of iPad3,1 and iPad3,2.
There are currently 3 versions of iPad 2 referenced in the iOS code as iPad2,1 (Wi-Fi), iPad2,2 (GSM), and iPad2,3 (CDMA). The latest news suggests Apple is getting ready for inclusion of iPad 3 into its software at some point in the near future. If Apple is playing around with iPad 3 code in its iOS software now, it seems more than likely the iPad 3 would be launched in early 2012 – on schedule with first-generation iPad and iPad 2 launches.
For those who can’t get enough of the “iPad 3 is coming out in late 2011” rumors, this latest news will make your eyebrow raise even higher in anticipation of the next iPad model.
To temper the hype over the mention of iPad 3 models in iOS 5, it should be noted that indications of potential future products within previous iOS code doesn’t necessarily mean those products will definitely be released. Previous iOS versions have mentioned iPhone3,2 which has not surfaced into an actual Apple product yet. But who wants to think about that? iPad 3 will come out eventually, and all reasonable points show that may be in March or April of 2012 at the latest.
iPad News Via: macrumors.com
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June 7th, 2011 at 5:14 PM EST | by inu846W
The LifeStyle iPad case accessory from PRIORITY provides a safe and secure place to store your iPad and other items. Some cases are made simply to protect the iPad, but the LifeStyle case is made for the iPad user who is on the go and offers more than just protection. The case comes with a shoulder strap, a few pockets for storing papers, and a carrying case for your iPhone or other smart phone that fits conveniently onto the shoulder strap.
The quilted case is made from high quality nylon and comes in several colors: black, purple, gun-metal grey, army green, gray, purple, and dark blue. It’s got a stylish look and feel to it. If you’re going to be seen in public with your iPad, you may as well look good doing so, right?
There is a deep pocket on the front of the case that zips opens to provide quick access to cables, pens, your stylus, or other small items. Opening the front flap, held together by velcro, you’ll notice 6 other pockets. Three of these are only big enough to hold business cards, money or credit cards. A slightly larger pocket is good for holding earphones or a passport. There are two other large pockets, one good for holding documents and papers, and another that is the main point of this iPad accessory in the first place, storage and protection for your iPad. This particular pocket is lined with faux-fur and won’t scratch your precious Apple tablet.
The LifeStyle case also comes with a handy shoulder strap which is removable. Even better, there’s a neoprene cell phone case holder that slips onto the shoulder strap so you don’t have to fumble in your pocket when you get a phone call.
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June 7th, 2011 at 2:31 PM EST | by Christopher
Now that you have found free apps to help your child learn on the iPad, you may not be sure what paid apps are available that will help educate your child and keep them entertained at the same time. Here are four apps that are recommended for kids that are worth spending a little money on. Adults will also find these games entertaining as they help the child play each of the games.
Itsy Bitsy Spider HD ($1.99)
Itsy Bitsy Spider is considered an interactive game that is easy for young children to enjoy that is based on the song by the same name. The game follows the ideas from the song and the child can click the spider to switch between screens. However, there is more to the game then just poking the spider. Everything within this game is interactive and will respond to touch. When the spider is on the rooftop, a squirrel will respond to count peanuts each time it is touch. This game is entertaining as well as educational. A fly is located in every scene and will answer questions about the environment when touched.
Peekaboo Forest ($1.99)
The illustrations for this app help the forest animals appear in their natural surroundings. Children will enjoy spending time looking for different animals in the forest and making them appear by touching the screen. This is considered an educational storybook that is designed with younger children in mind. When an animal is found, the name of the animal will appear across the screen and the child will hear the sounds the animal makes. The bonus of this game is that there are no advertisements displayed anywhere in this game, making it ideal for parents to know the child will not accidentally click out of the game.
Kids can Sing – Old MacDonald Had a Farm ($1.99)
The graphics are entertaining as the characters are designed to have more of a three dimensional affect as they sing and dance on the screen. Game play is easy enough that the child does not need much in the way of instruction for this game. The child will have fun singing the song Old MacDonald had a farm while having the ability to click on each of the animals to hear their sounds.
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