Archive | 06. Jul, 2010

The all-inclusive DevCon Scheduler is back for its fourth and best year

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Orlando, Florida – DnG Design & Development (DnG), the creative team behind FMPug and FindFileMakerDevelopers, unveiled today the latest installation of the ever-popular DevCon Scheduler. Originally introduced in 2007, the DevCon Scheduler was the first of its kind. The tool provided attendees of the FileMaker Developer’s conference (DevCon) easy, remote access to everything the conference had to offer. This year, the 2010 DevCon Scheduler comes to us with an expanded feature-set and a slick, streamlined new interface thanks to a complete redesign specifically for the Apple iPad. The new look takes full advantage of iPad’s interface technology, the design is clean, intuitive and makes finding information, the right information, simple and fast.

By utilizing the 2010 DevCon Scheduler, attendees at this year’s conference can look forward to the following set of features:
* On-the-fly connection to the entire DevCon schedule, including pre and post sessions
* One touch access to the session overviews, speaker bios, and scheduled breaks
* Maintaining a completely personalized daily schedule
* Catching-up with friends throughout the day via the handy “locator” feature
* Knowing what sessions friends will be attending through the “buddy” feature
* Finding a conference session quickly and easily via the online floor plan
* Live access to the official DevCon Twitter stream
* An interactive Exhibitor listing with up-to-the-minute Showcase specials
* And much, much more!

DnG is perhaps saving some the best features for last. The company will be unveiling a few new surprise features as DevCon draws closer. As for the complete redesign for the brand new iPad, Andy Gaunt, from DnG Design & Development had this to add:

“With the enormous worldwide success of the Apple iPad, I simply couldn’t pass-up the advantages this breakthrough piece of technology could offer the Scheduler. We’ve reworked every aspect of the system to ensure it runs faster, smoother and with the most robust feature-set to date. It has been an incredibly educational journey bringing this concept to-life. Honestly, we’ve done everything that I know how to do to ensure it’s an attendee favorite again this year. It’s my hope the attendees will agree! “

DnG’s 2010 DevCon Scheduler is available to everyone and anyone attending DevCon. The 2010 FileMaker Developer’s Conference will be held in San Diego, CA from August 15-18.

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Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, DnG Design & Development, Inc. (DnG) is the home of FMPug and the newly introduced FindFileMakerDevelopers.com (FFD). DnG is fast becoming the world’s leading resource for developers and users who utilize FileMaker Pro in their day-to-day activities. Winner of the Mad Dog PR Award and two FileMaker Excellence Awards, DnG Design & Development is continually updating its offerings to meet the ever-growing needs of the FileMaker community. DnG prides itself on offering top quality resources to anyone and everyone interested in FileMaker.

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Notebooks for iPad Supports Serious, Integrated Work On The iPad

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Salzburg, Austria – Alfons Schmid today is pleased to announce the release the iPad version of Notebooks, an application to write notes, manage tasks or projects, and store any type of document. Integrating those areas into a single application is unique and gives users a homogeneous environment which enhances concentration and productivity and at the same time eliminates the need to switch applications.

“Writing Notes” is where Notebooks comes from, with the vision to be the “only notebook you need” and to replace any conventional note taking system. Central to Notebooks is the concept of “books”, which allows users to file their documents in nested categories and keep separate things separate.

“Managing Tasks” is a logical use of any notebook. What makes task management special in Notebooks is the option to break projects down into nested sub-projects, which keeps them more manageable. Supportive information, reference material and meeting notes are never more than a few taps away, stored in a related book.

“Storing Documents” is another obvious extension of Notebooks. There is no conventional notebook that would not hold a family photo, the printed version of a travel schedule or an article for reading later. Notebooks is no different and stores books, articles and documents taken from web sites, Apple iWork, MS Office, PDF or RTF documents created on the computer, email attachments, pictures, sound files, movies etc. – Notebooks never gets bulky and can easily be used as a personal or professional knowledge base.

Getting documents into and out of Notebooks is simple, as Notebooks can synchronize with WebDAV servers like MobileMe, but also offers direct access to its documents from Mac and Windows systems and any WebDAV capable application through its built-in WebDAV server. Synchronization with Dropbox is currently in development and will become available soon.

On the iPhone, Notebooks has been very successful for the past 18 months, but now on the iPad, users experience a whole new dimension: this is the place where Notebooks feels at home.

Device Requirements:
* Compatible with iPad
* Requires iOS 3.2 or later
* 2.1 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Notebooks for iPad 1.0.2 is $8.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Productivity category.

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Alfons Schmid holds a degree in Computer Science and has spent the past ten years in sales and consulting in the field of Document Management. Today he works as a freelance consultant for customers throughout Central Europe. He originally started development of Notebooks for iPhone to meet his own requirements. Copyright (C) 2010 Alfons Schmid. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Manfrotto Distribution U.S. Adds Genus to Its Roster

by Marketwire - Video games on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Manfrotto to Serve as Exclusive U.S. Distributor for Genus Matte Boxes, Shoulder Mounts, Follow Focus and Other Products

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Pocket MBA for iPad is a Hit

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Chicago, Illinois – Intersog today is pleased to announce the release of Pocket MBA 1.0, their best-selling mLearning app for the iPad platform. Since its launch in late June, Pocket MBA has become one of the Top 20 grossing iPad apps in the Business category by providing users with a complete learning solution that fits into professional’s busy lifestyles. Pocket MBA is available on the iTunes App Store.

Newly added features to Pocket MBA for the iPad include an in-app search feature and multiple social networking options. The search feature allows users to locate information in any part of the course, whether in the course text, interactive flashcards or chapter tests. Users can also enhance their app experience by selecting and emailing course text to friends or associates as well as posting messages on Facebook and Twitter from directly within the application.

Pocket MBA is a full-featured business course logically divided into 3 distinct sections: course, flashcards and tests. The full-text course book contains 7 chapters that cover every facet business management. Given the start and stop nature of mLearning, a handy bookmarking feature allows users to save their place anywhere in the course and to resume from that point upon restart. And to help users with terms they may not understand, a course glossary is provided for easy access to definitions from within the app.

After the course text is completed, users have access to a set of interactive flashcards designed to prepare them for the in-course texts. Comprehensive tests follow each chapter, designed to reinforce the learning process. Detailed explanations are provided for each right or wrong answer and tests can be saved and retaken, so users can track their learning progress.

Device Requirements:
* Compatible with iPad
* Requires iOS 3.2 or later
* 3.9 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Pocket MBA 1.0 is only $39.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Business category.

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Located in Chicago, Illinois, Intersog is an international software construction company with extensive expertise in software product development. Intersog specializes in complete product life cycle that utilizes a partnership approach to client engagements. Intersog is focused on emerging technologies for mobile enterprise applications and LAMP. Copyright (C) 2010 Intersog. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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CrowdStar Adds to Executive Team; Sets Course for Continued Innovation

by Marketwire - Video games on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Social Gaming Leader Adds Industry Veterans From Electronic Arts, Playdom, Yahoo, and MumboJumbo

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CrowdStar Adds to Executive Team; Sets Course for Continued Innovation

by Marketwire - Video games on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Social Gaming Leader Adds Industry Veterans From Electronic Arts, Playdom, Yahoo, and MumboJumbo

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Ideateca Releases iBasket Free: Get Real Basketball Experience for Free

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

San Jose, CA – Ideateca today is pleased to introduce its recently released iBasket Free app. It’s one of the App Store’s single-player games for iPhone or iPod touch with thoroughly elaborated physics engine that guarantees to users experience similar to the real basketball game.

iBasket Free implies competition. This basketball app includes rankings that provide users with the possibility to compare their scores with the results of their friends and other users all over the world through Facebook Connect.

This game gives users possibility to specify the exact trajectory of the ball and in this way influence the accuracy of their shots. Users have to score the maximum number of points in the given 90 seconds. Those who want to increase their score should make three consecutive baskets. In iBasket users also have a chance to get extra time by making a clean shot.

Some of the game features:
* Single player practice
* Flawless physics engine
* Exact trajectory of the ball specification
* Facebook Connect rankings sharing option

“iBasket Free is all about simplicity. We focused our efforts on developing an app with intuitive interface delivering the ultimate ease-of-use. We wanted to create an addictive game, and the aim has been achieved. Hundreds of thousands users are now playing iBasket everywhere and challenging their friends.” said Eneko Knorr, CEO of Ideateca.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch and iPad
* Requires iOS 3.1 or later
* 4.2 MB

Pricing and Availability:
iBasket Free 0.9.1. is free of charge and available exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

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Ideateca is a California based company that specializes in globally accessible web services and games. The company is focused on Free2Play games for mobile devices and web, both single-player and multiplayer. Ideateca have developed such web apps like the free file-sharing service for Twitter FileSocial (the first to allow sharing any kind of file on Twitter) and the alternative to the fan pages on Facebook, MakeFan. Copyright (C) 2010 Ideateca. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Bitwise Design Publishes Carnival Simulation Game on the iPad

by Marketwire - Video games on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Karnival for iPad Game: The Latest Title for Carnival Enthusiasts of All Ages

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Shot Logger Pro Released – On Location Video Clip Logging

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Potomac, Maryland – Red Lightning Software LLC. today announced the immediate availability of Shot Logger Pro, an indispensable on set logging application for professional and amateur filmmakers and videographers. Shot Logger Pro will help accurately annotate and organize all shots, bringing order and efficiency to your Final Cut Pro editing sessions.

When using Shot Logger Pro on location, a place holder clip is created at the same time the video clip is being recorded. When the clip is finished recording, annotate each shot with accurate notes, ratings, shot type, scene, and take numbers, while the shot details are fresh in your mind. Once all the clips have been shot, the filmmaker can instantly Batch Connect(TM) all the annotated place holder clips with their corresponding video clips and export all the clips and their logging information to Final Cut Pro. In Final Cut Pro, all your shots will be accurately logged and organized in the shot bin, ready to edit. Using Shot Logger Pro will save countless hours logging footage, turbo charging your editing sessions.

Batch Connect(TM) accurately matches and links each annotated place holder clip to its corresponding video clip. Once all the clips are connected, it is a simple matter to export all the clips to Final Cut Pro for editing. Batch Connect(TM) supports Canon SLR (5D, 7D, T2i, etc.), Sony XDcam, Panasonic P2, RED cameras, and other flash memory based cameras.

Shot Logger Pro offers the ability to add Real Time Markers(TM) which allow the filmmaker to mark important spots in each video clip as they happen in real time. Adding Real Time Markers(TM) as you shoot is a quick and efficient way to speed up the editing process. Ten user named markers are available to help the editor find important spots in each clip, vastly speeding up the editing workflow.

The filmmaker can create as many custom sets of Real Time Markers(TM) as needed to suit different production styles. In addition to marking spots of interest, Real Time Markers(TM) can be used to set the media in and out points for each clip allowing the filmmaker to pre-trim each clip, further optimizing the editing workflow. Pre-trimmed clips can be quickly assembled in Final Cut Pro to allow the filmmaker to view an instant rough edit of the scene that was just shot and allows the filmmaker to decide if they are ready to strike the set or if they need to shoot more.

The user will be able to watch each clip and add or remove Real Time Markers(TM), set the media in and out points ( pre-trim the clip ), and edit all the logging information at any time. To further increase productivity, the take number for each clip will be automatically indexed if the name of the clip has not been changed.

Shot Logger Pro can be used by just a single person if a dedicated person for logging is not available. By using optional software and hardware, a single cameraman can start and stop place holder clip recording, add all ten Real Time Markers(TM), set the media in and out points, and rate the clip. Using a Playstation(R) 3 BlueTooth remote lets you log footage 150 feet from your Mac.

Shot Logger Pro can also log “wild” footage, run and gun footage that has been shot without being logged. Shot Logger Pro is a streamlined logging solution for wild footage. Load your wild video clips into Shot Logger Pro and log them with the speed and elegance of a tailor made logging application.

“Taking 20 seconds to log each shot right after they happen while the details of the shot are fresh in your mind will keep you organized and save countless hours of tedious logging in Final Cut Pro. This allows you to start editing as soon as you finish shooting,” said Red Lightning Software CEO Ben Aein.

Shot Logger Pro features:
* Clip Logging with ratings, scene and take numbers, shot type, and comments
* Batch Connect syncs thousands of clips instantly
* Real Time Markers(TM)
* Review each clip while logging
* Export all the annotated clips to Final Cut Pro for instant editing
* Clip management – sort, delete, show in Finder, show in QT player
* Universal Application Runs on Power PC and Intel Macs

Pricing and Availability:
Shot Logger Pro is available immediately for $299 (USD). Multi-license discounts are available. Macintosh OS X 10.5+ required. Review licenses are available on request.

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Red Lightning Software LLC. was founded in 2006 by a team of Macintosh developers dedicated to providing innovative solutions for the video professional. Our goal is to provide innovative solutions with excellent functionality and ease of use for the video professional. Apple Macintosh, Final Cut Pro, are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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Tee-Boy announces iPhone/iPad Developer Camp for Fall 2010

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Prairie Ronde, Louisiana – Tee-Boy today announced the dates for its upcoming iPhone and iPad Developer Camp. The camp will be held October 25-29, 2010, in the quiet countryside of the Southwest Louisiana Cajun Prairie. Billed as a unique, relaxing learning experience, the 5-day camp combines highly engaging technical instruction and content with a unique Cajun flavor and atmosphere. For one all-inclusive price, attendees can learn and expand their iPhone and iPad development knowledge in a culturally rich environment.

During the week, you will learn how to develop and deploy applications for Apple’s iPhone and iPad products, absorbing these technical topics in a comfortable and relaxing country setting. In addition to a rejuvenating learning environment, all attendees will be treated to delicious Cajun food cooked fresh daily by authentic, local cooks. Comfortable accommodations will be provided by the highly rated L’Acadie Inn, which encompasses 13.5 acres of countryside outside of Louisiana’s Prairie Cajun Capital of Eunice, Louisiana.

The all-inclusive price includes 5 days of instruction and materials, clean and comfortable lodging , delicious Cajun meals cooked daily, and convenient transportation to/from the Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) in Lafayette, Louisiana. Unlimited Internet connectivity, including WiFi, is included, so you can stay connected to work and family while you’re away.

What you can expect from Tee-Boy’s iPhone/iPad Developer Camp:
* Learn what it takes to develop and deploy applications for the iPhone and iPad
* Work on code and engage with your instructor and fellow attendees in and out of the classroom during the entire week
* Retain what you’ve learned with engaging lectures and hands-on, interactive labs
* Do it all in a unique and stimulating, yet relaxing environment. You focus on learning; everything else is taken care of

About the Instructor:
Boisy G. Pitre has over 20 years of software development and training experience. As a native of Southwest Louisiana, a bon-a-fide Cajun, and an enthusiastic supporter of the Mac and iOS platforms, Boisy has an engaging style of teaching that is certain to stimulate as well as entertain.

Pricing:
The entire training session, including materials and sample software, plus great food, accommodations and a culturally rich and relaxing atmosphere, is only $2995/person.

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Located in the heart of Cajun Country and nestled in the quiet countryside near Prairie Ronde, Louisiana, Tee-Boy provides software development, consulting services and training for the Mac and iOS platforms. Copyright 2010 Tee-Boy. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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BigTime 2.0 Adds New Timecode Displays to Final Cut Pro

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

London, United Kingdom – Digital Heaven, one of the leading third party developers for Apple Pro Apps, today is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of BigTime 2.0, a major new version of the resizable floating timecode display for Final Cut Pro (v5, 6 and 7).

BigTime is designed for editors working with clients so they can view the current source clip or sequence timecode from across the room. The new version offers significant enhancements and new features including a new customisable HUD (head-up display) window, the ability to view timecode over the Digital Cinema Desktop Preview display and automatic launching alongside Final Cut Pro.

New features in BigTime 2.0:
* BigTime’s floating timecode display is now a HUD (head-up display) window
* Additional DCDP overlay feature means you can now view timecode over the Digital Cinema Desktop Preview display
* Ability to automatically launch and quit along with Final Cut Pro
* New preferences allow comprehensive customisation of both the HUD window and the DCDP overlay display
* Remembers control surface settings in Final Cut Pro after initial setup

System Requirements:
* Final Cut Pro 5, 6 or 7
* Requires Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard or 10.6 Snow Leopard

Pricing and availability:
BigTime is available for immediate purchase from the Digital Heaven online store for $49.00 (USD) or a $19.00 upgrade for BigTime v1.x customers. A fully featured trial version (limited to 5 minutes use) can be downloaded from the Digital Heaven website.

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Digital Heaven was founded in 2000 by ex-BBC Resources video editor Martin Baker. For six years the company provided broadcast post production facilities for clients such as the BBC, Channel Four and many independent production companies. After the success of their first software products, the company shifted its focus in 2005 to exclusively concentrate on software development. In total, 14 Final Cut Plug-ins and six applications have been added to the product range. Copyright (C) 2010 Digital Heaven. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo and Final Cut Pro are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Local Search, Social Networking and Mobile Gaming Coming of Age on Mobile Devices

by Marketwire - Video games on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

Compete Releases Results of Quarterly Smartphone Intelligence Survey

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iSpy Phonics Developed by Dad of the Year

by editor on 06. Jul, 2010 in news

London, England – The iSpy Phonics app, developed in conjunction with a British speech and language therapist, helps children learn the first building blocks of reading – fast. iSpy Phonics 1.1 enables children to match phonic sounds with letters, through colorful illustrations, pictures and accurate pronunciation, all whilst playing the age old game of I Spy. It provides a fun and highly interactive way to help children learn to recognize letters and their phonic sound – the first stage in reading.

“Kids love adding their own pictures and voice to apps” said Martin Brooks the app’s creator, who was recently voted “Dad of the Year” by Bounty.com. Martin is the loving father of Mia who has severe cerebral palsy and requires 24 hour care. He’s 100% committed to her and bettering her life.

iSpy Phonics focuses on the fun elements of teaching children new words and sounds, enabling them to change the content as they progress. Ask your child what else they “Spy” that starts with a sound and reward them by helping them to take a photo and record their own voice saying it. Kids have never had so much fun while learning. You can relax as the app is childproofed, so you can restore all the original images and sound files at the touch of a button.

The iSpy Phonics app covers each letter in the alphabet and four additional common consonant sounds. Each sound is illustrated individually and has a clear photograph of an everyday object accompanying it. The app contains a phonic sound recording for each letter that can be repeated as often as a child needs to help them remember it. This ability to repeat sounds, words and see familiar objects helps children to learn phonic sounds easily and speeds up their reading.

Using iSpy phonics you can:
* Aid reading development through multi-sensory learning
* Engage your child by adding their voice and pictures to personalize their learning experience
* Change the content as often as you wish to further develop your child’s learning
* Re-use the app again and again by resetting to the original files with the touch of a button
* Choose a male or female narrator
* Have fun with your kids whilst helping them learn

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad
* Requires iOS 3.0 or later
* 4.0 MB

Pricing and Availability:
iSpy Phonics 1.1 is $2.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Education category.

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Based out of London, England, iSpy Phonics is developed by iComm which was launched in 2009 by Martin Brooks. Copyright (C) 2010 iComm. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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