9/14/2012

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Thu Sep 13, 2012 7:31 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Meet Pong�s Bigger Badder Older Brother with Pwong Blitz for iOS - Published on 09/13/12

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Hotdog Studio today introduces Pwong Blitz 1.0 for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Pwong Blitz is a new pong inspired arcade game that lets players take up a virtual paddle and keep multiple light balls at once from passing through while attempting to score on their opponents. This app features 12 levels across various difficulties, arcade fun to keep anyone occupied for hours and daily slot bonus opportunities.

Seoul, Korea - Hotdog Studio, Inc., an emerging new mobile game developer, is excited today to introduce Pwong Blitz 1.0 onto the App Store. Compatible with the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, this wildly entertaining arcade romp inspired by ping pong that challenges gamers to grab a virtual paddle keep one laser ball after another in play without letting them past, and without losing their cool! The game also comes complete with dozens of unique levels across various difficulties, intense arcade gameplay, and daily slot bonus opportunities! Pwong Blitz is currently available for download on the App Store for $0.99 USD in the Games category.

Think of this game as the neon bathed virtual incarnation of ping pong, with a few more balls and twists added for good measure! Pwong Blitz stays true to ping pong inspired gameplay - there�s simple left right controls and a clear field to bounce the ball - but unlike any other game there�s not just one ball in play here, there�s more at once than you can handle! The more effectively you can keep all the balls in play and outplay your virtual opponent the more points you rack up, including extra rewards in the form of bonus attacks that decimate your opponents!

Pwong Blitz features four unique level packs to play through - each featuring 20 adrenaline pumping stages - for a total of 12 levels! A fully featured experience, this game includes original music and leaderboards to let gamers boast about their success, as well as email options so they can send their tales of success directly to their friends. To boot, the game features global multiplayer and interactive leaderboards via Game Center that let the most competitive players battle for ultimate supremacy. With level ratings based on points earned, vibrantly colorful graphics, and smoothly intuitive yet addicting gameplay, Pwong Blitz is set to become your new guilty mobile arcade pleasure on iOS!

Language Support:
English and Korean

Device Requirements:
* 3/4Gen iPhone, iPad, or 3/4Gen iPod touch
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* 45.2 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Pwong Blitz 1.0 is only $0.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Pwong Blitz 1.0: http://www.hotdogstudio.co.kr/eng/sub/launch/launch_02.asp?bg_idx=193&gc_idx=9
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/pwong-blitz/id551534679
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App Icon: http://www.hotdogstudio.co.kr/upload/goods/launchImg/IMG20120912181709(1).jpg

HotDog Studio is a progressive smart phone game development company. Neo Culture Factory! 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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Thu Sep 13, 2012 7:45 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Tower Defense Gets Epic with Crossroad Defenders for iOS - Published on 09/13/12

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Sydney based Misnomer Studios today announces the release of Crossroad Defenders 1.1 for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Crossroad Defenders is a wildly innovative new tower defense game that steps away from the trend of making cartoon villains, magical weapons and spells, and brings back the genre experience how it should be - all out strategically minded digital battle fun. Set in medieval times, players build their own defense and fight off swarming armies.

Sydney, Australia - Misnomer Studios Ltd., an emerging mobile game developer, is excited today to announce the launch of Crossroad Defenders onto the App Store. Compatible with the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, Crossroad Defenders offers mobile gamers a unique new take on the ever-popular tower defense genre as envisioned by the creators of GeoMonsters, Monster Battle Arena, and GeoSociety!

Taking the notion that battles aren't fought by dozens of attackers but rather thousands - as well as the fact that invading forces seldom attack anywhere in single file - this game gives tower defense lovers an experience that's more on par with real siege warfare than any other title in the mobile arena today! Letting players build their own defense and fight off swarming armies on their own terms, Crossroad Defenders is currently available for download on the App Store for $1.99 USD in the Games category, as well as a free version with 4 unique levels.

Set in medieval times, this wild new twist on the tower defense niche steps away from the trend of making cartoon villains, magical weapons & spells, and brings back the genre experience how it should be. Crossroad Defenders is completely user directed. You're not limited to defending a single wall, and you're free to think as far out of the box to stymie the flow of randomly wandering minions and barbarians as you want!

The game features eloquently simple birds-eye-view fields, intuitive controls that let you implement defenses flexibly and quickly, and in-depth between-battle weapon, fortress, and defense upgrading options to boot! With seamless animations, an expansive campaign, and more than enough thrills to keep everyone from casual gamers to hardcore tower defense enthusiasts for hours on end, Crossroad Defenders is one mobile treat you can't pass up!

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
* Requires iOS 5.1 or later
* 18.8 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Crossroad Defenders 1.1 is $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Crossroad Defenders 1.1: http://www.misnomerstudios.com.au
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/crossroad-defenders/id556755784
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Founded in Sydney, Australia, Misnomer Studios is a mobile game development studio committed to bringing modern mobile gaming enthusiasts kinetically engaging new entertainment solutions. (C) Misnomer Studios Pty Ltd. 2012. All Rights Reserved. iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

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Duty Calls in Brisk Mobile's Latest Game: Black Water - Published on 09/13/12

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Brisk Mobile introduces Black Water, their latest game for the iPad. Set in the Wild West, Black Water puts players in the saddle of a reluctant Deputy who witnesses the murder of the Sheriff of the dusty town of Black Water. Players ride horses, guide stagecoaches, track down runaway trains, and fend off waves of bandits through towns, deserts, and valleys in this epic adventure full of mystery. Black Water features over 50 skill level upgrades and over 30 weapons.

Mississauga, Canada - Following #1 worldwide hit titles like Medieval, Brisk Mobile introduces Black Water, their latest game for the iPad. Set in the Wild West, Black Water puts players in the saddle of a reluctant Deputy who witnesses the murder of the Sheriff of the dusty town of Black Water. Players ride horses, guide stagecoaches, track down runaway trains, and fend off waves of bandits through towns, deserts, and valleys in this epic adventure full of mystery.

Unraveling the secrets of Black Water is especially engaging. Beautiful comic strips unfold the story as players fight their way through each chapter of the dramatic quest. Black Water features over 50 skill level upgrades, like Quick Draw to give the Deputy an edge, and over 30 weapons, from revolvers to shotguns to dynamite!

"Working on this game was a particular thrill for us," said Tim Harrison, Director of Gaming at Brisk Mobile. "We've always wanted to do our take on a Wild West game and bring to it the immersive and addictive gameplay Brisk Mobile is known for. We think our fans are going to love Black Water.

We invite you to ride fast, shoot straight, and free the people of Black Water!

Device Requirements:
* Requires iPad with iOS 4.0 or later
* 136.0 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Black Water 1.0 is $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Brisk Mobile: http://www.briskmobile.com/
Black Water 1.0: http://www.briskmobile.com/black-water/
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/black-water/id540459517
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXczhYuM9Vo
Screenshots: http://s794.photobucket.com/albums/yy229/BriskMobile/Black%20Water/
App Icon: http://s794.photobucket.com/albums/yy229/BriskMobile/Black%20Water/?action=view&current=blackwatericon.jpg

Brisk Mobile develops and publishes award-winning games for mobile platforms such as iOS, Android, and Blackberry. With number one hit games like Medieval, Lasers, and Drake's Tower, Brisk Mobile apps have been downloaded over 10 million times worldwide. We know what it takes to make (and publish, and market) hit apps that stand out from the crowd. Copyright (C) 2012 TinyPlanet Software LLC. 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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Tim Harrison
Director of Gaming
Canada
pr@briskmobile.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Brisk-Mobile-Inc/62351919976
LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/company/1528981
Twitter Profile: http://www.twitter.com/briskmobile

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Thu Sep 13, 2012 10:16 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Super Competitive and Social Trivia Game Designed to Crunch Craniums - Published on 09/13/12

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Trivi.al by MobileFWD pits iPhone users against friends, colleagues and the global iPhone community with a near-infinite supply or regularly updated questions, covering a range of traditional and contemporary topics. Opponents are paired through Facebook or randomly through Trivi.al's game community. The main goal of the game is for players to increase their IQ to 'genius status,' and progress can be tracked and compared against friends with an in- game profile.

Cupertino, California - iPhone users looking a free and challenging multi-player trivial game - with near-infinite and continually updated questions - can now download new application Trivi.al, recently launched for iPhone by independent developer MobileFWD.

Built for iPhone and iPad, Trivi.al is a free, asynchronous, turn-based trivia game played between two people. Opponents are paired through Facebook or randomly through Trivi.al's game community. The main goal of the game is for players to increase their IQ to 'genius status,' and progress can be tracked and compared against friends with an in- game profile.

Updated weekly, the trivia is guaranteed to cover a wide range of topics. What's more, players should never see the same question twice. Sample questions include:

"According to ChuckNorrisfacts.com, what did Chuck Norris bring back to life with a smile?"

"What type of snake gained more than 75,000 followers on Twitter within 24 hours when it escaped from New York's Bronx Zoo in 2011?"

"What mythical lumberjack first appeared in a story published by journalist James MacGillivray in 1906, but didn't gain popularity until the 1920s when a logging company used him in their advertising campaigns?"

Players compete in a format derived from Quiz Bowl where they must answer three rounds of questions to beat their opponent. Everybody receives a combination of Common Cents, Power ups, and special abilities to use each round, and can perform up to two actions each turn, from getting help with their own answers to depleting their opponents' time via taunting.

Trivi.al, the fun and challenging multi-player trivial quiz game, is available now as a free
download in the iTunes App Store.

Trivi.al is a member of AppStori, the community platform for mobile developers.

Device Requirements:
* 3/4Gen iPhone, iPad, or 3/4Gen iPod touch
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* 10.8 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Trivi.al 1.1.4 is $2.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

MobileFWD: http://mobilefwd.com
Trivi.al 1.1.4: http://trivi.al/
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/trivial/id528364842
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfUM09gkwkA
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MobileFWD was founded in 2012, by Matt Hudson and Joey Nelson, after building several award-winning mobile solutions for clients such as Sam's Club, Travel Channel, Bicycle, and CoinWorld. MobileFWD's team also includes Acumen CEO, John James, former Quiz Bowl Champion in the state of Arkansas. The initial round of seed funding for MobileFWD was led by Gravity Ventures and several angel investors. Copyright (C) 2012 MobileFWD. 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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United States
press@appshout.com

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iKingz Drinking Game - The Future of Drinking Games Has Now Gone Digital - Published on 09/13/12

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Inebriated Games announces its new epic drinking game iKingz 3.1 for iOS and Android devices. iKingz is like no other party game on the market. Taking, idrinking games into the next generation, it's a fast paced hilarious social event. iKingz takes the classic game of Kings or The Kings Cup and mixes it with an insane asylum. Players sit around the iOS or Android device, daring to go into drinking battles and take it in turns by selecting from the random 52 cards face down.

Melbourne, Australia - iKingz is like no other party game on the market. It's a fast paced hilarious social event. iKingz takes the classic game of Kings or The Kings Cup and mixes it with an insane asylum.

iKingz has already seen early market success, receiving a 5/5 Star review from iPhone Footprint online, where it was quoted as saying "An impressively addictive fun for any social drinker app". It has also been popular on the Australian app store reaching the top 100 and is now starting to take off internationally.

So what makes iKingz so special?

Players sit around the iOS or Android device, daring to go into drinking battles and take it in turns by selecting from the random 52 cards face down. Now the thing that seperates iKingz from all other drinking games would have to be its unique interactive playing style. The current theme on the app store for drinking games is very text based (non-interactive), so we at Inebriated Games have taken a different approach. Each card selected runs an interactive mini-game, such as Wheel of Doom, Mystery Box, Picture this, Spin the Bottle, Trivia and so much more. Each player must participate in these mini games and depending on how the player performs will determine how much they or the other players have to drink.

At $1.99 USD iKingz 3.1 is a bargain. It's less than a deck of cards, cheaper than a shout at the pub, yet this digital smartphone drinking game offers festive drinkers hours of entertainment. So if you want to see where the future of drinking games is headed and want to experience all of iKingz awesome features and mini-games, then purchase iKingz now and show your friends the Ultimate drinking game.

Put your drinking destiny in your own hands and let the drinking battles begin.

Device Requirements:
* 3/4Gen iPhone, iPad, or 3/4Gen iPod touch
* Requires iOS 4.0 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* 17.3 MB

Pricing and Availability:
iKingz Drinking Game 3.1 is $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide through the App Store in the Games category.

Inebriated Games: http://www.inebriatedgames.com
iKingz Drinking Game 3.1: http://www.appshout.com/apps/iKingz-drinking-game/
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73T6gv2AQo0
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/ikingz-drinking-game/id486259580
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Chris Beckmann and Dale Quill are life time mates with a love for games. They mashed there heads together to build something to bring people together for the good times. Inspired by technology and the moving image, Inebriated Games was conceived and soon after came the release of our first game iKingz. Drinking games have now gone digital and Inebriated Games is endeavouring to take these drinking games into the next generation. Just wait and see what we have lined up next. Copyright (C) 2012 Inebriated Games. 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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+1 408 757 0156
United States
press@appshout.com

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Agharta Studio Releases Shufflepuck Cantina to the iOS App Store - Published on 09/13/12

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Today, Agharta Studio announces the release of Shufflepuck Cantina to the App Store. Shufflepuck Cantina is a free arcade game developed by the creators of the award winning 1112 adventure game series and is available worldwide and compatible with Apple iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Gamers play spectacular air hockey matches on 3D floors, facing epic opponents in duel, betting and survival mode. Players complete missions to level up and earn Credz, Tokens and Score.

Cupertino, California - Today, Agharta Studio announces the release of Shufflepuck Cantina 1.2 to the App Store. 'Shufflepuck Cantina' is a free arcade game developed by the creators of the award winning 1112 adventure game series and is available worldwide and compatible with Apple iPhone, iPod touch and iPad.

Shufflepuck Cantina quickly absorbs you into frantic and spectacular air hockey matches! Plunge into the Athanor's universe. Explore its gorgeous 3D floors to face epic opponents in duel, betting and survival mode. Collect tons of equipment. Embody your opponents to take advantage of their powers. Master and unleash a fury of special strikes. Complete missions to level up and earn Credz, Tokens and Score. Relax and take your chances at the prize machine. Show your friends who is the best in Game Center Leaderboards!

Shufflepuck Cantina is one of the most beautiful games in the App Store, optimized for the Retina display and running at 60fps with no loading times thanks to Agharta Studio's all-new in-house 3D engine.

Key features:
* Hundreds of hours of addictive gameplay
* Sublime 3D environments optimized for the Retina display
* 9 colorful opponents with their own individuality
* Opponents embodiments to take advantage of their powers
* 9 special strikes to master
* More than 40 gadgets and equipment to collect
* Win numerous lots via the prize machine
* Super precise and responsive gameplay
* Over 250 missions to play
* 51 achievements to unlock for the Game Center

Language Support:
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Device Requirements:
* 3/4Gen iPhone, iPad, or 3/4Gen iPod touch
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* 30.4 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Shufflepuck Cantina 1.2 is free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Agharta Studio: http://www.aghartastudio.com
Shufflepuck Cantina 1.2: http://blog.aghartastudio.com/?page_id=423
Download from iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id553470733
YouTube Video (Trailer): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIiKzdQM8yY&hd=1
Press Kit (zip): http://press.aghartastudio.com/AghartaStudio-ShufflepuckCantina-PressKit.zip
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Agharta Studio is a small independent developer founded in 2008, making its App Store debut with the first iPhone adventure game series, 1112. Agharta Studio diversified its catalog with Rogue Planet an epic turn- based strategy game published by Gameloft. Stunning visuals, immersive storyline, and powerful in-house technology are Agharta Studio's key strengths. Copyright (C) 2012 Agharta Studio. 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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press@appshout.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Agharta-studio/116286425079692
Twitter Profile: http://twitter.com/aghartastudio

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Smashing Planets Adds Touch Screen Controls To Classic Arcade Action - Published on 09/13/12

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AppCrowd Entertainment Ltd introduces Smashing Planets 1.0 for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Android and WM7 users. The app employs classic arcade action, a casual theme, and fun gameplay to keep users entertained for hours at a time. As aliens invade the Earth, gamers launch missiles to keep them at bay. Guide missiles into the enemy hordes by drawing their trajectory on the touch screen. The app offers more than 16 levels of action with more coming soon.

Manchester, United Kingdom - Announcing that AppCrowd Entertainment Ltd has released an exciting new app for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Android and WM7 users. Smashing Planets 1.0 employs classic arcade action, a casual theme, and fun gameplay to keep users entertained for hours at a time.

As aliens invade the Earth, gamers launch missiles to keep them at bay. Unique to this app is the ability to guide missiles into the enemy hordes by drawing their trajectory on the touch screen. Smashing Planets offers 16 levels of pulse-pounding extraterrestrial action, plus one frenzied Survival Mode level to really rocket up the excitement.

Smashing Planets 1.0 Features Include:
* Awesome arcade-style action
* Easy to learn and easy to play
* Intuitive touch screen shooting controls
* 16+ levels of extraterrestrial mayhem with more coming soon
* Cosmic characters and plot
* Galaxies of power ups and weapons
* Super Massive Bosses to defeat
* Comic book characters and sounds

AppCrowd Entertainment Ltd is focused on delivering fun and exciting games and Smashing Planets 1.0 does not disappoint. The game is fast-paced, fun and addictive. The object is to stop the invading aliens who have come to destroy the Earth.

Users must defend the planet by launching attacks from the ground and guiding their missiles to enemy targets with their fingers. By drawing the missile's trajectory right on the touch screen of their device, gamers can steer them around meteors and enemy shields to foil the alien attack.

There are multiple types of alien spacecraft, each requiring a different tactic and a different type of missile to defeat. Users must also be on guard for alien bosses, who are particularly merciless and dishonestly cunning

To complete the game, players must fight their way through 16 levels of attacking aliens and survive the final "Survival Mode" level for as long as possible, thus ensuring the survival of the Earth for future generations of humankind.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS or later, iPod touch (4th generation) and iPad
* Requires iPhone OS 4.0 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* 19.1 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Smashing Planets 1.0 is only $0.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide through the App Store in the Games category. Promo codes are available for qualified reviewers. Please specify the website or blog you represent when making your request.

AppCrowd Entertainment: http://www.AppCrowd.com/
Smashing Planets 1.0: http://www.appcrowd.com/smashingplanets/67
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M20IEOVMXLA
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id527203392
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AppCrowd is a new publisher and developer of games for mobile platforms. Development is our core DNA. We understand what it takes to make great games and how much time and energy goes into them by their developers. We've set up AppCrowd in order to help developers publish their apps and maximize their revenue by doing the things that developers quite often have no passion about - localization, testing, marketing and PR. Copyright (C) 2012 AppCrowd. 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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Enhanced iPad photography with ProCamera HD - Published on 09/14/12

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Cocologics announces a special launch price on its ProCamera HD enhanced iPad photography app. ProCamera HD's SnapTrigger is perfectly adapted to the iPad: Users decide where the control bar is located on the screen by simply dragging the control bar to the desired position; this makes it a lot easier to stabilize the device while taking photos and videos. The new Expert Mode gives complete control over exposure, focus, and white balance - in order to improve the quality of photos and videos.

San Francisco, California - Cocologics has announced a special launch price offered on its ProCamera HD enhanced iPad photography app. Despite the big jump in the high-definition retina display and better photo resolution, the iPad 3 has a dilemma: its physical dimensions make it hard for users to hold the device steadily while pushing the camera trigger button with ease. This is where Cocologics' ProCamera HD comes in.

ProCamera HD's SnapTrigger (patent pending) is perfectly adapted to the iPad: Users decide where the control bar is located on the screen by simply dragging the control bar to the desired position; this makes it a lot easier to stabilize the device while taking photos and videos.

Cocologics' CEO Jens Damgen has now announced ProCamera HD's latest update, which optimizes all of the app's features. ProCamera HD inherits all relevant professional capabilities as well as the intuitive usability of the award winning ProCamera iPhone app, while offering new features specifically designed for the iPad.

The new Expert Mode (patent pending), along with other features, gives complete control over exposure, focus, and white balance - in order to improve the quality of photos and videos. The internal library 'Lightbox' allows users to save photos and videos much faster. 'Lightbox' also makes it easy to delete, share, and export multiple photos and videos.

VideoSnapshot enables users to take photos while recording a video or in video mode - a feature that is now also included in the new iPhone 5. Other features like Anti-shake, Self-timer, Videozoom, RapidFire mode, Advanced geotagging, QuickFlick Album, DateStamp, Virtual horizon, and many more are all in place.

ProCamera HD supports extended social network sharing. Users can upload photos to Facebook, Twitter, flickr, and DropBox - individually or in bulk. Email sharing with multiple photos is also possible. New and unique in ProCamera HD is video sharing to DropBox - in full resolution. This easy sharing finally turns the iPad into a complete travel companion.

Cocologics' ProCamera HD has been a great success since its launch on August 21, 2012. Within a short time frame, it has been #1 in "Photo and Video" in 5 countries, and top 10 in 45 countries.

From the press:
"At Last, A Proper Photo App For a iPad" - Cult of Mac
"ProCamera HD has launched, bringing the versatile and powerful camera app from iPhone to iPad" - TUAW
"...Maximizing your iPad built-in camera's capabilities" - AppDictions
"...the first 'serious' iPad focused camera app launched..." - The App Whisperer

Device Requirements:
* Compatible with iPad 2 and iPad 3
* Control over focus requires an iPad 3 (The iPad 2 has a fixed-focus camera)
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* 8.6 MB

Pricing and Availability:
$2.99 for ProCamera HD 1.0.1 (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Photo & Video category. For more information and media requests, please contact Jens Daemgen, 1.415.704.0207.

ProCamera HD 1.0.1: http://ipad.procamera-app.com
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/procamera-hd/id549558641
Flickr Gallery: http://www.flickr.com/groups/procamera-app/
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Cocologics is the technological leader for mobile photography software on iOS and one of the leading producers of mobile eLearning systems. Commited to sustainability, cocologics develops cutting-edge software solutions, which meet the highest demands in quality, aesthetics and simplicity. Copyright (C) 2012 Cocologics. 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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United States
ll@daemgen.net

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Attach Audio Notes to Your Photos with Memo Tag - Published on 09/14/12

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TopLineSoft Systems, mobile developer for iOS platform, announces the release of Memo Tag 1.0 for iOS. This app provides revolutionary method of photo annotation. Photo notes are created in the app as audio recordings which are getting connected to the respective photos by attaching small QR barcode tags to the corner of each photo. Tagged photos get exported. The tag on exported photo can be scanned from computer screen or paper print with phone camera to retrieve and play attached audio notes.

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada - TopLineSoft Systems, mobile developer for iOS platform, announces the release of Memo Tag 1.0 for iOS. This app provides revolutionary method of photo annotation. Photo notes are created in the app as audio recordings which are getting connected to the respective photos by attaching small QR barcode tags to the corner of each photo. Tagged photos get exported. The tag on exported photo can be scanned from computer screen or paper print with phone camera to retrieve and play attached audio notes.

Attaching audio notes to photos in the app is a three-steps process:
Step 1: Create audio notes for one or several photos.
Step 2: Export that photos with small tags attached.
Step 3: Scan any exported photo with camera to retrieve and play attached notes.

The audio notes can be recorded once, saved to the database as memo records and re-used to attach the same notes to the different groups of photos. The number of different memo records in database and duration of audio recording are unlimited. Saved audio notes can be re-recorded anytime. The tag can be placed in any of four corners of a photo. The app provides numerous options for exporting tagged photos: Photo Library on device, Email, Facebook, Twitter, Flickr. The list of memo records can be sorted by name/creation date and filtered by name.

App Memo Tag is an invaluable tool for anyone who uses iPhone to make photos and needs to annotate the photos. It is a great helper for occasional, professional and business photographers. This app combines amazing simplicity and power of photo annotation. Making annotations by recording audio notes is much easier and more convenient than tedious typing of text notes. Powerful encoding algorithm of QR barcodes used for photo tagging ensures successful barcode recognition even for deteriorated or reduced-size photos.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4th gen., iPod touch 4th gen., iPad 2/3 gen
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* 1.1 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Memo Tag 1.0 is only $0.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Photo & Video category.

TopLineSoft Systems: http://www.toplinesoft.com
Memo Tag 1.0: http://itunes.apple.com/app/memo-tag/id556388537
Screenshot 1: http://www.toplinesoft.com/images/iphone/memotag1.png
Screenshot 2: http://www.toplinesoft.com/images/iphone/memotag2.png
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TopLineSoft Systems is an exciting mobile application developer located in Canada currently focused on providing consumers with the highest quality apps for the mobile marketplace. The developer is currently committed to creating unique and innovative utility and photo apps for the mobile space. 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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Owner
United States
info@toplinesoft.com

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Jack's Secret Monster iPad: Choose the Story Line in Interactive Book - Published on 09/14/12

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GameDigits today introduces Jack's Secret Monster 1.0 for iPad, their interactive book for kids, which allows them to alter the direction of the story by controlling the choices made by the characters at key points through the narrative. More than a way of enhancing the app's reusability, the book's structure is itself an example of the linkage between actions and consequences. Faced with a series of choices with moral implications, kids can learn about the effects of truthfulness and lying.

London, United Kingdom - GameDigits today is pleased to introduce Jack's Secret Monster 1.0 for iPad, their new interactive book for kids, which allows them to alter the direction of the story by controlling the choices made by the characters at key points through the narrative. More than a clever way of enhancing the app's reusability, the book's unfolding structure is itself an example of the linkage between actions and consequences. Standing in the shoes of characters faced with choices having moral implications, kids can learn about the value and repercussions of truthfulness and lying.

Sitting down to re-read a favorite book, all children know what to expect. The characters, action, illustrations, and plot twists will be the same as every other time they have read the book. Jack's Secret Monster is a book that offers an innovative and entertaining alternative. In this wonderful, interactive book there are many events, as in everyday life, that are not predetermined. Readers have an opportunity to influence what happens. The choices they are responsible for making are not trivial. Kids do not choose between having a character watch TV or go out to play. Kids must make choices on behalf of characters facing a moral dilemma. And depending on that choice, the remainder of the story and its ending may turn out quite differently than previous readings.

Featuring professional narration of the story and dialogue (which can be turned on/off), the book engages and guides readers through every page. There are several activities and interactions on every page that help in the development of the basic plot. For example, the narrator may ask, "Where is the monster hiding in Jack's room?" and readers can search by touching different objects in Jack's room. In response, the monster may mischievously peek out from behind a chair, only to be gone when the reader looks there. An animated, floating eyeball supplies hints when necessary, helping point readers in the right direction.

Feature Highlights:
* Multiple Choice Story Paths - large number of story paths, creating a new experience with every read, which will keep story-time endlessly entertaining
* Animated, Interactive Book - containing fully animated, touch-sensitive pages, kids progress through the story by interacting with the characters and finding clues as they go
* Fully Narrated - all pages and story options are fully narrated, and this feature can be turned on/off to either read it yourself or have it read to you
* Truth and Lies - learn the importance of being truthful through a series of moral choices
* Automatic Bookmarking - saves your progress, enabling you to continue reading at any time

In addition to its decision tree plot structuring, with two choices at every node, Jack's Secret Monster is a great story with much humor and imagination. The illustrations and animations are outstanding, with a color palette strongly influenced by desaturated colors, which completely eliminates the electronic glare of some books whose bright hues are overwhelming. The music and narration suit the story perfectly in this book that is destined to become a favorite of kids (and parents) everywhere.

"This is a book about choices," stated Lindsey Greenwood of GameDigits. "The progression of the story is pushed forward by the reader's interactions and choices throughout the book. It also aims to teach kids the importance of telling the truth through their interactions and the choices they make."

Device Requirements:
* Compatible with iPad
* Requires iOS 5.1 or later
* 36.0 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Jack's Secret Monster 1.0 is $2.99 (USD) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Books category. Review copies are available on request.

Jack's Secret Monster 1.0: http://www.gamedigits.iofw.co.uk/
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/jacks-secret-monster/id552717882
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Based in London, United Kingdom, GameDigits was founded by Lindsey Greenwood. A company dedicated to creating fun games for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad, their team has the expertise and experience to produce top quality games to the highest standard. Copyright (C) 2012 GameDigits Ltd. 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 owners.

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United Kingdom
GameDigits@GameDigits.co.uk

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In Support of Talk Like a Pirate Day Penelope the Purple Pirate on Sale - Published on 09/14/12

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Polka Dots Publishing and PicPocket Books will be offering award-winning and Top 25 iTunes Book App Penelope the Purple Pirate at a discount in support of Talk Like a Pirate Day from September 15th to September 19th. Come along on her journey as her bedroom opens up into world of pirates, the open sea, buried treasure and trusted friends. Penelope the Purple Pirate is a Global eBook Award Winner and a Readers Favorite Bronze Award Winner.

Irvine, California - Polka Dots Publishing and PicPocket Books will be offering award-winning and Top 25 iTunes Book App Penelope the Purple Pirate at a discount in support of Talk Like a Pirate Day from September 15th to September 19th. September 19th is Talk Like a Pirate Day. The day was started by two friends, John Baur and Mark Summers, in the late 1990's. The concept was that on this day - everyone would speak like a pirate. Dave Barry, the famous columnist, was contacted by the friends and he fully supported this day and declared September 19th to be an official Talk Like a Pirate Day.

What: Penelope the Purple Pirate storybook app will go on sale from $1.99/$2.99 HD to $.99 for both versions in support of Talk Like a Pirate Day. Penelope the Purple Pirate is hosting a Talk Like a Pirate Giveaway and Facebook Party. Details can be found at Penelope the Purple Pirate Facebook Page.
Who: Polka Dots Publishing and storybook app developer PicPocket Books will offer Penelope the Purple Pirate app at a discount.
When: September 15th through the 19th.
How: Penelope the Purple Pirate storybook app can be found at the iTunes App Store. Available for the iPhone, iPad and iPod.

Penelope the Purple Pirate is a Global eBook Award Winner and a Readers Favorite Bronze Award Winner. Penelope was chosen as a Top 10 Must Have eBook by lilsugar of Popsugar.com. We are happy to support Talk Like a Pirate Day by offering Penelope at a discount!

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* 23.4 MB

Pricing and Availability:
For a limited time, Penelope the Purple Pirate 3.0 is only $0.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Books category.

Penelope the Purple Pirate 3.0: http://melissanorthway.com/penelope-the-purple-pirate/
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/penelope-the-purple-pirate/id413515760
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Polka Dots Publishing was founded in Irvine, California, in 2010 by Melissa Northway. The company is dedicated to offering quality children's stories and games for the iPhone/iPad/iPod touch market, as well as in traditional print media. The eBook is available through MeeGenius App and on Amazon. Copyright (C) 2012 Melissa Northway. 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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Melissa Northway
Owner
949-874-1997
United States
mcube@sbcglobal.net

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New Group Text & Email iPhone App Sends Large Files, Videos with Dropbox - Published on 09/14/12

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iPhone users can now use their Dropbox account to send sizable documents, brochures, photos and videos � both by text and email � to groups of any size with Callvine�s new �Group Text & Email� iPhone app. With inboxes frequently overflowing and spam filters often killing group emails, sending important communications by both text and email can speed message delivery and improve response rates. Dropbox files can be securely distributed in the same message together with large photos and videos.

Austin, Texas - Callvine today introduces its new Group Text & Email app to allow iPhone users to quickly send large documents, brochures, and presentations in addition to photos and videos � by text and email. Using Dropbox, the new app easily sends short links to very large files to groups of any size. With inboxes frequently overflowing and spam filters killing many mass emails, sending important communications by Group Text & Email can speed message delivery, improve response rates and increase deliverability.

The Austin-based mobile app developer has integrated the use of Dropbox links to deliver an easy way for instantly distributing any files stored on Dropbox in addition to recent photos and videos on the iPhone's camera roll. A voice message may be quickly appended to describe the accompanying attachments or to talk the recipient through a presentation or document.

"With Dropbox cloud storage used by millions of iPhone users, we felt it was important to provide an easy app for rapid distribution of Dropbox files by both text and email," said Rudy Prince, Callvine CEO. "With our new "Group Text & Email" app, users can easily select Dropbox files, append with photos or videos, even add a voice description, and instantly deliver to their team or group."

The app includes tools to quickly create and edit groups and large distribution lists. Messages and files are transmitted directly from the user�s iPhone while using connections to an existing Dropbox account or users may create a new Dropbox for free. When a message is received, the recipient is given the option of immediately viewing the file or filing in their own Dropbox for viewing later from anywhere.

Feature Highlights:
* Sends multiple files at once - documents, PDF's, presentations, spreadsheets - in a single text and email using short encrypted links
* Sends photos & videos directly from the iPhone's camera roll with the quality you choose - not truncated MMS quality
* Allows mass texting to large groups of even more than 100
* Transmitted Photos and videos are always automatically archived to Dropbox

Device Requirements:
* Requires 3/4Gen iPhone iOS 5.0 or later
* 1.3 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Group Text & Email 1.0.1 is free for a limited time and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Productivity category. Beginning October 15, 2012, the app will be available for $0.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies).

Callvine: http://www.callvine.com
Group Text & Email 1.0.1: http://grouptext.callvine.com/
Download from iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id555767888
Screenshot: http://www.callvine.com/main/images/media/gte_home.png
App Icon: http://www.callvine.com/main/images/media/gte_logo_200.png

Callvine was founded in 2011 as an Austin, Texas-based developer of creative and intuitive mobile applications for group collaboration. The Company�s namesake app delivers free audio conferencing with HD Voice, live conferencing controls, synchronized notifications and 1-touch group calling. Its latest �Group Text & Email� app assists Dropbox users and mass marketers with the ability to transmit large files to groups. The company is currently extending its development efforts to group photo sharing for events. (C) 2012 Callvine, Inc. All Rights Reserved. iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Computer in the U.S. and other countries.

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CEO
512.900.2772
United States
rudy@callvine.com

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YouTube Video Created On The iPhone And iPad For Froud Meditations App - Published on 09/14/12

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Big Ben Parliament Creations announces a new trailer for their upcoming October release of Froud Meditations Pathways to Faery for iOS. The teaser trailer was created by shooting video on the iPhone 4S and edited it on the iPad 2. The app, created by Brian and Wendy Froud, two of the most respected artists working in the genre of faerie today, features multi-sensory meditations that take listeners on guided journeys to the otherworld and into the realms of Trolls, Faeries, Elves and Wise Ones.

Reno, Nevada - Big Ben Parliament Creations (BBP Creations) announces a new trailer for their upcoming October release of Froud Meditations Pathways to Faery for iOS. The teaser trailer was created by shooting video on the iPhone 4S and edited it on the iPad 2. The app, created by Brian and Wendy Froud, two of the most respected artists working in the genre of faerie today, features multi-sensory meditations that take listeners on guided journeys to the otherworld and into the realms of Trolls, Faeries, Elves and Wise Ones.

BBP Creations placed Art Director Holly Hartzell-Reviglio in charge of the creation of the video. The goal was to use as many of Apple's products as possible to create the teaser trailer for the new app debuting in October. "It was a challenge to create the video this way, but I knew it would be a spectacular launch for their app if we could pull it off. We really wanted to have the vignette look to the footage, and by choosing the additional hardware for the iPhone we were able to make that happen," stated Holly Hartzell-Reviglio.

Hartzell-Reviglio used the OWLE Bubo, a MACRO 37MM Wide Angle Converter lens, EnCinema SLR Lens, a Nikon converter, a Sigma 50mm 1:2.8 DG MACRO SLR lens, an iPhone 4S, an iPad camera connection kit, an iPad 2 and iMovie. "We ran a great deal of tests and even had to switch our Nikon lens for a more powerful Sigma lens at the beginning of the shoot in the UK. In the end we wound up with amazing footage using an iPhone 4S, and then we transferred it to our iPad 2 and used iMovie for editing purposes," commented Hartzell-Reviglio.

Yesterday,a blog post of their process was released on the BBP Creations website, featuring an in-depth look at the set-up and shooting of a video on an iPhone and its subsequent editing on an iPad. A teaser trailer to the app can now be seen via YouTube and BBP Creation's and World of Froud's Facebook pages. Froud Meditations Pathways to Faery will be released on iTunes in October and will be available for the iPad, iPhone and iPod.

Froud Meditations Pathways to Faery, is unlike any other meditation app you have experienced. Designed for artists, musicians and anyone wishing to experience various paths leading to the realms of faerie and their own enhanced creativity. Journey through four magical lands guided and voiced by Wendy Froud with original compositions by Elizabeth-Jane Baldry, acclaimed harpist. Brian Froud's visual imagery are riveting from the moment you start the app and continue on through to the old world Journal and sketch pad. There you can sketch or write your experience from the meditations.

As in Wendy Froud's classes, she gently guides you on your journey helping you discover and release creativity and imaginative thinking locked inside of you. Once discovered, she leads you safely back and encourages you to sketch, write or sculpt your experiences. These four pathways, Trolls, Faeries, Elves and Wise Ones are lengthy journeys during different times of the day and in different seasons. For the first time ever you can have these meditations at your fingertips to be used as you desire. Touch faery and its different realms through the eyes of Wendy and Brian Froud.

App Features:
* 4 meditations: Trolls, Faeries, Elves and Wise Ones
* Each meditation is approximately 15-20 minutes in length
* Original scoring for each meditation by Elizabeth-Jane Baldry
* Ability to adjust the music and audio setting independently of one another
* Ability to stop, pause and scrub through the audio
* Journal for sketching ideas or taking notes
* Journal contents allows users to save sketches/entries and come back to them at a later date
* Adjustable pencil settings
* Draw or type on the sketch pad
* Erase the sketch pad
* Save individual entries and then edit them later
* Choose from various art board backgrounds
* Add lines to the page for typing or writing in the journal
* Email journal sketches and notes as a 300 DPI image

Brian and Wendy Froud are two of the most well-known and respected artists working in the genre of faerie today. For years, people have asked them to share their experiences and explain how one can access the heightened awareness and find their inspiration in another reality. Froud Meditations Pathways to Faery does just that. Wendy has developed these multi-sensory meditations from those used in her workshops, and her voice takes the listener on four guided journeys to the otherworld and into the realms of Trolls, Faeries, Elves and Wise Ones. Brian�s images inspire and enhance the meditations and Elizabeth-Jane Baldry�s original music compositions allow the user to fully engage while exploring these enchanted realms.

The Frouds are recognized worldwide for their artwork, books, and the films Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. Brian is considered the preeminent fairy artist of our generation, while Wendy's mixed media models have been exhibited in museums and galleries throughout the U.K., Europe, Japan and the U.S.A. The Launch Party for their book, Trolls, was held last night at the Goblin King's Masquerade Ball in London and their Trolls Exhibition will be at Animazing Fine Art Gallery in NYC, opening October 3rd.

BBP Creations: http://www.bbpcreations.com/
World of Froud: http://www.worldoffroud.com/
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9Wee5XF02Q
Screenshot: http://pinterest.com/pin/112801165637808377/
Blog: http://www.bbpcreations.com/appleiphoneipadappscompanyblog/?p=235

For the last 3 years, BBP Creations has developed in-house applications for the iPhone, iPad and thumb drives for large corporations. They are known for their quality apps, creativity and thorough testing to create flawless applications. For more information on BBP Creations or their latest iPhone and iPad releases, visit their website or follow them on Facebook or Twitter. Copyright (C) 2012 BBP Creations. 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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Aurelia Goodfellow
Head of Marketing
775-827-2463
United States
agoodfellow@bbpcreations.com

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Fri Sep 14, 2012 3:30 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Pubblog Releases PixSteward, Advanced Flickr Backup for Mac OS X - Published on 09/14/12

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Pubblog announces the release of PixSteward, the essential Flickr backup and database for Macintosh. PixSteward lets users download their Flickr photostreams to their Mac, along with any titles, tags, descriptions, geographic info and EXIF data they have entered online. With PixSteward's powerful relational database, users can find, sort, and export single images or multi-picture sets from their Flickr archive - even when they aren't connected to the Internet.

Murfreesboro, Tennessee - Pubblog is proud to announce the release of PixSteward, the essential Flickr backup and database for Macintosh. PixSteward lets users download their Flickr photostreams to their Mac, along with any titles, tags, descriptions, geographic info and EXIF data they have entered online. With PixSteward's powerful relational database, users can find, sort, and export single images or multi-picture sets from their Flickr archive - even when they aren't connected to the Internet.

PixSteward is especially helpful for Flickr Pro users or those who need to manage multiple Flickr accounts. With Flickr Pro accounts, PixSteward downloads and stores the original images from Flickr - JPEGs, GIFs and PNGs - so artwork containing transparency or vector paths (Photoshop JPEG) is preserved.

Photostream search with PixSteward is far faster and more sophisticated than online. PixSteward allows you to enter up to 20 terms per search and lets you name and save frequently-used searches. Database experts can "roll their own" by editing the SQL statement directly.

Results of searches can be rapidly exported from PixSteward for use in other image-editing applications and the user has an option to export "sidecar" text files containing the combined Flickr and EXIF metadata along with pictures.

When you are connected to the Internet and logged in to Flickr, PixSteward permits editing picture metadata, thus insuring sync is maintained between the cloud and your PixSteward local archive.

PixSteward goes well beyond other Flickr backup applications which merely download your photos to a folder. By combining image and metadata backup with a powerful relational database engine, PixSteward gives you the power of Flickr right on your Mac. With PixSteward you can use Flickr with greater confidence, knowing your essential images and information are safely preserved and accessible offline.

As PixSteward's veteran Mac developer John Seward (MailSteward, FileMyFiles) likes to say, "PixSteward doesn't replace Flickr, it completes it."

PixSteward: http://pixsteward.com
Download PixSteward: http://s3.amazonaws.com/pixsteward/pixsteward.dmg
Purchase: http://store.pubblog.com

Located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Pubblog is a multimedia internet publishing company providing applications for the Mac platform. Copyright (C) 2012 Pubblog. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo and Mac are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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John Seward
President
615-948-4534
United States
jns@pubblog.com

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Fri Sep 14, 2012 3:31 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Name The Meme 1.0 released for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad - Published on 09/14/12

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AppStyx is proud to introduce Name The Meme 1.0 for iOS. Do you want to test your meme knowledge? Name The Meme is a cool and funny ride through an amazing collection of Internet memes. Flip the pages of the app and guess the name of the images you will find. Challenge your friends on Gamecenter and share your results to let everybody know you are the meme-master! You can use up to three hints for each meme or you can always ask for help on Facebook and Twitter.

Florence, Italy - AppStyx is proud to introduce Name The Meme 1.0 for iOS. Do you want to test your meme knowledge? Name The Meme is a cool and funny ride through an amazing collection of Internet memes. Flip the pages of the app and guess the name of the images you will find. Challenge your friends on Gamecenter and share your results to let everybody know you are the meme-master!

Watch a gallery full of funny examples for each meme you will guess, the examples are updated weekly! Don't get stuck on a level! You can use up to three hints for each meme or you can always ask for help on Facebook and Twitter.

Name The Meme features:
* Lots of memes, from the most popular to the hardest ones
* Book-style design and eye-catching animations
* Connect with your friends on Gamecenter and social networks
* Have fun with the examples gallery after you have guessed a meme

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S, iPod touch (3rd/4th generation), and iPad 1/2/3
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* 37.7 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Name The Meme 1.0 is available for sale now in the iTunes Store for $0.99 USD / 0.79Eur and you can read more about it at our website. We also provide a link to YouTube in order to let you take a look to the gameplay video.

AppStyx: http://appstyx.com
Name The Meme 1.0: http://www.appstyx.com/products/name-the-meme/
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/name-the-meme/id542053362
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qI-dyWVbcRA
Screenshot: http://appstyx.com/namethememe/img/iPhone-3.jpg
App Icon: http://appstyx.com/applogos/namethememe-512.png

AppStyx is a mobile development company by Federico Frappi and Matteo Innocenti located in Florence, Italy. Copyright (C) 2012 AppStyx. 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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Matteo Innocenti
Founder
Italy
support@appstyx.com

Facebook Profile: http://facebook.com/NameTheMeme
Twitter Profile: http://twitter.com/NameTheMeme

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