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1.: Amazing Spain Showcases The Innovative Artwork of Torkil Storli

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Thu Mar 1, 2012 4:30 am (PST)

Amazing Spain Showcases The Innovative Artwork of Torkil Storli - Published on 03/01/12

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Featuring 150 pages of originally created artworks the newly launched universal iOS app Amazing Spain showcases the innovative work of Torkil Storli, combining advanced digital techniques with amazing spanish photography to create beautiful masterpieces. this interactive presentation contains a personal foreword from the artist in English, French, Spanish and German languages, along with 60 works featuring scenes from Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Las Palmas and so much more.

Cupertino, California - Throughout civilisation Spain has been revered as a country of beauty and Amazing Spain brings this beauty to life like never before in a collection of innovative original artworks by Torkil Storli. Using multiple exposures of the same settings to create high dynamic range photographic images, the resulting work becomes a dramatic representation of Spanish scenery.

From traditional to contemporary, and largely influenced by the rustic landscapes of the Canary Islands, this interactive presentation contains a personal foreword from the artist in English, French, Spanish and German languages, along with 60 works featuring scenes from Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Las Palmas as well as many unique perspectives of the Catalonian capital Barcelona.

Published using the MagBooks platform users can flip through the full exhibition as a virtual book, browse interactive contents pages or scan quickly using a fast moving cover flow style interface. A simple tap of the screen brings each photograph to full screen at any time and users can also share the app via social networking links.

"Sometimes I feel like a painter with a digital brush, adding layer-by-layer of paint to the original photo." commented Torkil Storli, the creator of Amazing Spain. "Publishing this collection in this way allows users to experience a virtual exhibition of my works, essentially visiting a digital art gallery without needing to break their daily routine. I hope they enjoy the results."

Torkil Storli: http://torkil.smugmug.com/
Amazing Spain from Torkil Storli 1.0: http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/amazing-spain-from-torkil/id503098263?mt=8
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Torkil Storli is a Norwegian photographer and artist living in Gran Canaria, Spain. Most of his work specializes in HDR (High dynamic range) photographs with textured layers in photoshop. This technique gives his work an innovative look, combining the appearance of traditional artworks along with a dramatic photographic dimension. Copyright (C) 2012 Torkil Storli. 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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2.: Mercury Learning releases second speed learning children's game for

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Thu Mar 1, 2012 4:31 am (PST)

Mercury Learning releases second speed learning children's game for iPad - Published on 03/01/12

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Mercury Learning Systems and Wood App Developers introduces Super Flash Accelerated Learning Games for Children 1.0 - Tools, their Education app that uses a rapid flashing technique to help children 0.5 - 12 years old rapidly learn and develop their full learning potential. The app is the second release of five devoted to whole-brain, speed learning for kids. In a series of flashes, a photo is followed by the tool's name written and heard with audible fact, which kids later recall.

St. Paul, Minnesota - Mercury Learning Systems with Wood Apps Developers LLC introduces Super Flash Accelerated Learning Games for Children 1.0 - Tools for iPad, their Education app that uses a rapid flashing technique to help children 0.5 - 12 years of age rapidly acquire knowledge and develop their full learning potential. The app is the second release in a series devoted to whole-brain, speed learning for kids, with this app focusing on various tools. The app provides practice in learning about different tools and instruments, together with their associated words and word sounds, while developing encyclopedic knowledge and vocabulary as well as photographic memory and rapid memory recall. Designed for young children learning English as a native or foreign language, the app has many options for various learning modes and abilities. It is also suitable for older children, as well as adults, because of its inherent educational and memory enhancement benefits.

Educational and Psychological Benefits:
* Instant tool/word/sound association and recognition
* Photographic memory and rapid memory recall
* Encyclopedic knowledge and vocabulary
* Stronger right and left brain connections (whole-brain learning)
* Increased self-esteem and positive attitude
* Ability to learn any school subject faster and better (speed learning)

In basic mode, children tap the Play button, then watch and listen as from 1 to 10 tool photos appear on the screen for about two seconds each. Between each photo, the tool's name seen as a word with its name read aloud and an audible fact about it are flashed. Then, those same tools, mixed in with several others, appear in the play area. The child finds and touches each tool/word they recall from memory to reveal a winning star. When all the tools are found and stars won, a victory page appears filled with animated stars and a positive, winning, audible voice-over affirming their success. The app features many different options for playing the game.

Feature Highlights:
* Children learn about various tools and instruments using properly designed speed-learning methods
* Uses clear, high-contrast photographs with no background (best for brain development and memory retention)
* Play using one or more of the following flashing methods: tools, names, audible names, and audible facts
* Find game (helps activate instant memory recall)
* Auto-scoring
* 1-4 player mode
* 1-10 flashing objects per round
* Fast-play instructions
* Viewable/printable instructions for playing the game in many different ways
* Information about this accelerated learning method
* Two sizes of 160 printable playing cards with interesting facts on the backs (optional extra)
* Printable game charts to log your child's learning progress (optional extra)
* Five printable accelerated learning award certificates to present to your children as they excel with the games (optional extra)
* Play objects from one set at a time or from all sets (80 objects total)

Created by Brad C. Davis, producer of multiple award-winning Memory Magic Accelerated Learning Games for Children and owner of Mercury Learning Systems LLC with Wood App Developers LLC, the app utilizes scientifically proven, accelerated learning techniques inspired by experts in whole-brain education and child development. Brad stated, "The goal of these early learning apps is to enhance what is referred to as whole-brain learning, by stimulating right-brain functions through a rapid flashing technique, then strengthening those pathways to left-brain functions through memory recall. When both types of learning methods are used in a fun game environment, speed learning can take place and children can develop abilities that make learning any school subject faster and easier with greater memory retention."

Awards (CD version of same game):
* Top Choice Award from the Boston Museum of Science
* Excellence in Education Award from the Education Clearing House
* Perfect 10 from GameZones KidZone
* All Green Lights from the National Institute on Media and the Family

"Most early learning games for children use unrealistic imagery and audio or too much visual stimulation. These stimuli inhibit a young child's ability to form proper perceptions of what tools look like in reality and can block their full learning ability," stated Brad Davis, head of Mercury Learning Systems LLC. "Our early learning memory games are designed using proper imagery and stimulation methods that can naturally release your child's genius abilities."

Device Requirements:
* Compatible with iPad
* Requires iOS 3.2 or later (iOS 5 tested)
* 85.3 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Super Flash Accelerated Learning Games for Children - Tools 1.0 is free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Education category. Unlocking all the optional extras requires an in-app purchase of $1.99 (USD). Review copies are available on request.

Mercury Learning System: http://www.acceleratedlearningmethods.com
Super Flash Accelerated Learning Games for Children 1.0: http://www.acceleratedlearningmethods.com/SuperFlash/
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/accelerated-learning-flashing/id495317677
Screenshot: http://www.acceleratedlearningmethods.com/PRToolsOptions.jpg
App Icon: http://www.acceleratedlearningmethods.com/PR-icon-Tools.jpg
Media Assets: http://www.acceleratedlearningmethods.com/Super-Flash-App-Support.html

Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Mercury Learning Systems mission is to create and promote accelerated learning materials and high quality learning tools for children. Established in 1996, Mercury Learning Systems is an accumulation of over 25 years of research, training, development and success. It began as a series of simple accelerated learning computer games created by owner Bradley Davis for his children. When word got out about the benefits experienced by his children and their friends, school principals urged him to produce his games for mass distribution. The games Mercury Learning Systems produces are now sold worldwide. The company currently offers 5 free/inline purchase educational apps in the App Store. Copyright (C) 1997-2012 Mercury Learning Systems LLC All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other trademarks and registered trademarks may be the property of their respective
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Bradley Davis
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763-300-5629
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mercurygrafx@comcast.net

Graham Wood
Owner - Wood App Developers LLC
612-644-4373
graham@woodappsllc.com

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3.: Elf Defense - Popular New iOS Tower Defense Game Discounted

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Thu Mar 1, 2012 5:00 am (PST)

Elf Defense - Popular New iOS Tower Defense Game Discounted - Published on 03/01/12

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Jelly Oasis today announced that Elf Defense 1.0.3, their new tower defense game for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad, has been deeply discounted as a way to introduce even more fans to the already popular game. Elf Defense pits the player against human warlords intent on taking advantage of their elven neighbors. By using a variety of elven defense towers, specialized mercenary warriors, and special skills and items, players design their own strategies to survive against the marauding hordes.

Seoul, Korea - Elf Defense, the new tower defense game for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad from Jelly Oasis, has been deeply discounted as a way to introduce even more fans to the already popular game. Widely acclaimed as one of the most beautifully designed tower defense games in the iTunes App Store, Elf Defense typically retails for $2.99. At its currently discounted price of $0.99, the game is a fantastic deal.

The game follows a traditional tower defense set-up, with its own unique adjustments in order to enhance the game play experience. Elf Defense pits the player against human warlords intent on taking advantage of their elven neighbors. By using a variety of elven defense towers, specialized mercenary warriors, and special skills and items, players design their own strategies to survive against the marauding hordes.

While the game's overall concept is one which has its counterparts in the App Store, JellyOasis has gone above and beyond in order to make sure that Elf Defense stands out from the crowd. A sleek user interface and beautiful graphics, fully optimized for the Retina Display, are the first things new players will notice. Incredible detail is balanced with economy of design and presented in a bright, fresh palette and accented with charming animation to make Elf Defense a truly appealing experience.

Word-of-mouth is certain to expand the game's fan base quickly, and additional momentum is sure to be provided by this generous discount. Elf Defense is available now in the iTunes App Store, but the discount won't last, so download it soon!

Features:
* Deploy a wide variety of units, each with their own special combat skills, to take down the enemy before they breach your walls
* Over 100 enemy types make strategy a dynamic, evolving challenge
* Breathtakingly crisp graphics are put to good use with a gorgeous color palette and exceptional, unique character design
* Special items enhance tactics and provide players with the ability to tailor their strategy to suit their own playing style
* Adjustable difficulty makes Elf Defense fun for tower defense newbies and veterans alike
* Shop is packed with upgrades and items; players can purchase with in-game currency or buy additional currency
* Game Center integration
* Gorgeous environments - Fairy Forest, Desolate Desert, Frozen Artic
* Collect formidable mercenary warriors to enhance your forces

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

Pricing and Availability:
Elf Defense 1.0.3 is now $2.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Elf Defense 1.0.3: http://elfdefense.net
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/elf-defense-eng/id489783365
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JellyOasis was established in 2001 and holds creative as a their top priority in game development. They will continue to provide Gamers with a fresh experience by producing groundbreaking games. JellyOasis believes that these efforts will play an important role in the growth of the domestic mobile game industry. Copyright (C) 2001-2012 JellyOasis. 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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appsasia@gmail.com

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