12/19/2012

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Wed Dec 19, 2012 4:19 am (PST) . Posted by:

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The fundamental flaw of social networks and how Lovitivity is different - Published on 12/19/12

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Power runs social networks; much like it runs the rest of the world. All is not equal online, nor is it true that people use social networks primarily to connect with one another. Lovitivity was built to override these flaws in the hope of making the world a more positive and enjoyable place. The application is designed to encourage a positive frame-of-mind, improve self-esteem and renew self-confidence. From the feedback so far, it may have created just that!

Melbourne, Australia - Truth be told, social networks all revolve around one concept - power. The use and abuse of power makes the world run and the importance of power in social networking is ever apparent. Why do people have friends on Facebook whom they've never met or spoken to before, why is it better to have more followers on twitter than the next person; to feel powerful. Not saying there is anything wrong with wanting power, just saying there is a fundamental flaw in the social networks of today; this is the fact that the distribution of power is not equal.

"I believe that one of the key reasons the majority of users engage in social networks is to boost their self-esteem, to make them feel popular, to be included and to attract interest into their life, however users can give an awful lot without being rewarded." says Tom Reddaway, owner of Lovitivity. "I can 'comment' and 'like' all of your status updates and pictures on Facebook however this doesn't mean I get anything in return. Wouldn't it make more sense for social networks to run on a give and receive basis as opposed to a give and receive 'when the other person feels like it' basis?"

This reasoning was the premise for this social networking application, Lovitivity. The application is designed to encourage a positive frame-of-mind, improve self-esteem and renew self-confidence. Essentially, users compliment each other's pictures; however for the amount of compliments the user sends, they also receive the relative amount of compliments in return (on their picture). Today Lovitivity is listed as the number 1 'New' app under the 'Social Networking' category of the AppStore and from the feedback it had so far, Lovitivity is looking likely to become exceedingly popular. As a community, it has set the goal of sending 100,000,000 compliments by the end of 2013, which sounds daunting however the application is both free in price and free from advertising, users can send and receive as many compliments as they want at any time of the day. Lovitivity released the application to the public at the end of last week and have since recorded over 5500 compliments.

Although it is a simple concept, the method appears to be working. Push notifications are sent to users when they receive a compliment from another user. The statistics tab on the application allows users to keep track of their progress and of the progress of the Lovitivity community. From the market research we've complete thus far it appears as though users report a cause and effect-like response to the way the program works. Every compliment they send gets recorded (on the statistics tab), they aren't discriminating who they compliment and who they don't compliment (as the spread button acts automatically) and when the push notification comes through for each compliment they are owed they know it will be positive and make them feel happier...so why not keep doing it!

Device Requirements:
* iOS 4.3 or later
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5, iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th generation), and iPad
* 0.7 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Lovitivity 1.0 is free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Social Networking category.

Lovitivity 1.0: http://lovitivity.com/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/lovitivity/id583197549
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTETSoTxWGY
Screenshot 1: http://a1830.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/077/Purple/v4/69/4a/14/694a14c2-201a-3b1d-dfa2-463e45d3b642/mzl.pavvaxwv.320x480-75.jpg
Screenshot 2: http://a934.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/103/Purple/v4/d9/80/81/d98081e7-132f-d42b-1890-c8f5e700f57e/mzl.tcskcblb.320x480-75.jpg
App Icon: http://a4.mzstatic.com/us/r1000/099/Purple/v4/18/ce/69/18ce6964-22d5-8142-3091-ae493a6be418/mzl.wukbaxaf.175x175-75.jpg

Located in Melbourne, Australia, Lovitivity is solely run by Tom Reddaway. He has created and sold two businesses before this one - He is open to investors and potential buyers approaching him on this project. The idea came about after critically anaylsing why people use social networks and brainstorming ideas about how to make these products more beneficial for the user in the most positive way possible. From the feedback and positive reviews he's received, he felt as though the application has upheld these aims very well. Copyright (C) 2012 Lovitivity. 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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Tom Reddaway
Founder
+614 0424599939
Australia
love@lovitivity.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/lovitivity?ref=hl&bookmark_t=page
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/lovitivity

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Wed Dec 19, 2012 5:33 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Physique Workout Tracker 1.3 Now Reports Workout Consistency - Published on 12/19/12

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Interactive Touch today announces Physique Workout Tracker 1.3, an update to its intelligent workout planning and tracking app for iOS devices. The app enables users to easily and quickly track their weight training workout routines. Physique pioneered Smart Progression to encourage its users to make progress towards their goal. Version 1.3 adds workout frequency tracking to help users exercise consistently. Physique now has feedback loops for both progression and consistency and more.

Ottawa, Canada - Interactive Touch today is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of Physique Workout Tracker 1.3 for iPhone and iPod touch. Physique turns users' workout routines into guided workout plans that can be easily tracked and measured. This update continues to build upon Physique's fast and easy to use workout tracking platform. Physique first pioneered Smart Weight Progression, which encourages users to make progress throughout their workout routine. Now Physique offers visual feedback for exercise consistency, an equally important exercise principle.

Users can view their consistency using the workout frequency graph, which displays the workouts from the previous five weeks. The graph acts as a feedback loop. When a workout is completed the graph entries change from gray to green, providing instant feedback.

"The workout frequency graph is a powerful way for users to visualize their workout history, spot any potential problems, and get motivated about their progress", said Steve Brambilla, the app's developer. "Our users have seen incredible results using Physique's progression oriented feedback loops. We knew we had to design a similar solution for workout consistency. The result is a simple and effective tool based on an existing motivational technique called Don't Break the Chain."

Physique Workout Tracker is a powerful tool designed to help users easily and quickly track their workouts and get positive results from their training. It features:

* Versatile Workout Routines - Physique comes pre-loaded with 10 professionally designed routines for various goals and skill levels. Users can customize every aspect of their workout routine.

* Smart Weight Progression - Physique's Smart Weight Progression feature can automatically increase users' target weights based on their previous results. This encourages progress towards their goals and makes entering workouts faster since less input is required.

* Warm-up Sets - Physique can automatically calculate ideal warm-up weights. Warm-up sets are used to help prepare muscles and joints for the main workout sets and to help prevent injuries.

* Rest Timers - Physique can automatically insert rest timers between users' main workout sets. Rest timers are used to recover energy between sets and help users remain consistent from week to week.

* Useful and Motivating Stats - Physique automatically keeps track of users' personal records and calculates useful statistics about their workouts, which can be used to gauge progress.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad
* iOS 5.0 or above
* 13.5 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Physique Workout Tracker 1.3 is $4.99 USD and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Health & Fitness category.

Physique Workout Tracker 1.3: http://physiqueapp.com
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id510056260
Screenshot: http://a1572.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/074/Purple/v4/74/2a/cc/742acc74-c607-b71b-78f4-6e1b8a577d64/mzl.tdmywoqq.320x480-75.jpg
App Icon: http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r1000/108/Purple/v4/4a/b4/00/4ab4005a-1fd4-5136-5d9e-0429c8ac9845/mzl.hycwooxa.175x175-75.jpg
Press Kit (zip): http://physiqueapp.com/press-kit/Physique-PressKit-latest.zip

Steve Brambilla (Interactive Touch Software) is an independent developer based in Ottawa. He provides iOS development services and creates mobile software products for the fitness community. Copyright (C) 2012 Interactive Touch Software. 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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Steve Brambilla
Developer
Canada
press@physiqueapp.com

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Wed Dec 19, 2012 5:34 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Announcing Absurd - The Comedy Card Game As Funny And Random As You Are - Published on 12/19/12

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California based Tiny Mobile today introduces Absurd 1.0, its new fast-paced comedy card game for iOS devices. Fueled by the freaky humor of you and your friends, build your deck from hundreds of cards. Collect cards ranging from rare to ultra rare to just bizarre. Match wits with friends and foes for hilarious online multiplayer action. Perfect for a quick game or hours of play, Absurd lets you show off your funny side and rewards you for not making sense.

San Francisco, California - Tiny Mobile today is thrilled to announce the release of Absurd, the comedy card game funny and weird as you and your friends. A fast-paced comedy card game fueled by the freaky humor of you and your friends. Fire back answers to far out prompts to make your friends laugh and win their votes. Build your deck from hundreds of cards. Collect cards ranging from rare to ultra rare to just bizarre. Match wits with friends and foes for hilarious online multiplayer action. Perfect for a quick game or hours of play, Absurd lets you show off your funny side and rewards you for not making sense.

Absurd's multiplayer game play is so simple it's addictive, but the laughs come from you. Absurd throws out a random question, category or fill-in-the-blank, and you and your friends hustle to answer with cards from your deck, then vote on the winner for each hand. An average match lasts minutes, but with collectible cards and the ability to customize your deck, Absurd gives you trillions of ways to keep your friends laughing for hours. And to kick the crap out of them.

Earn free TinyBucks every minute you're in the game, plus bonus bucks for winning hands and completing achievements. TinyBucks translate to more cards, including coveted ultra-rare cards to perfect your deck. Plus you can use TinyBucks to buy a bigger hand and draw extra cards to get an edge on the competition. You even earn tons of TinyBucks when you're not playing. So every time you get back to playing Absurd, you can pimp out your personal deck for a new game experience whenever you play.

Stock up a deep library of cards and then build the deck that best expresses your inner weird. Or select a totally G-rated hand so you can play against your mom. Your call. Incidentally, all Absurd cards are innocent enough that kids can play. That double entendre? All in your mind, my friend.

A hand runs like this:
You get a prompt: "Best name for a three-legged, one eyed dog." You check the cards in your hand to see what answer will crack your friends up. Maybe it's Bromance? Or Security Blanket? Or maybe you want to spend some TinyBucks to add a card or two. You've only got seconds to decide! Play your card, then see your friends' answers (anonymously, of course) and vote on your favorite.

Can you compete all of the achievements? Can you dominate the leader board? Can you collect every rare and ultra-rare card? Can you make your friends snarf various liquids out of their various noses?

Absurd is ready to take over your iPhone. Provided you've got some iOS6 and a bit of Game Center to make it feel at home. Custom-designed 100% retina graphics and superfast game play make for a slick ride whether you're playing a quick hand on the bus or settling in for hours of hilarity. Booster packs and new questions are being added all the time, so the game never gets old.

Fast-paced, funny as all get out, personalized and just plain strange, Absurd is the game that helps your phone translate your most far out thoughts into hours of laughs. It's the official comedy card game for random jokers like you. Normals need not apply.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3/4/5 gen) and iPad
* Requires iOS 6.0 or later
* 9.1 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Absurd 1.0 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Tiny Mobile: http://tinymobile.com
Absurd 1.0: http://tiny-mobile.com/absurd-the-comedy-based-card-game/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/absurd-comedy-based-card-game/id574923554
Screenshot: http://tiny-mobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/screen1v2.png
App Icon: http://tiny-mobile.com/mediaassets/absurd/absurdMoreIcon.png

Located in San Francisco, California, Tiny Mobile is a privately held company founded by Nicholas Iannone. The company's focus is on developing superior applications for the mobile platform. Copyright (C) 2012 Tiny Mobile. 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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Nicholas Iannone
Founder
(415) 866-9190
United States
pr@tinymobile.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tiny-Mobile/125902887472520
Twitter Profile: twitter.com/tinymobile

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Wed Dec 19, 2012 6:01 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Brush of Truth: Book App a 2012 Media of the Year Winner - Published on 12/19/12

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Brush of Truth, an interactive book app for kids 8-12, was named a 2012 Media of the Year winner in Creative Child Magazine's 2012 Holiday Toy & Baby Guide. Brush of Truth was created by Story Bayou, a mom's vision to get tweens to read. The app lets the user choose how the action unfolds at critical points in the plot. The app has 125 pages of story and colorful illustrations, with 65 decision points and 20 possible endings. It is available on iOS, Kindle Fire, Google Play and Windows 7.

Cooper City, Florida - Brush of Truth, an interactive book app for kids 8-12, was named a 2012 Media of the Year winner in Creative Child Magazine's 2012 Holiday Toy & Baby Guide. The $1.99 app was created by Story Bayou, a mom's vision to get tweens to read. Brush of Truth is available on iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Kindle Fire, Google Play (Android) and Windows 7.

The app won the top award in the Interactive Book App category in the national magazine's Creative Toy Awards. It is included in the toy guide's "Best of the Year" section on apps and media.

Brush of Truth was released by Story Bayou, founded by Julie Landry Laviolette, a writer and mom of a fifth- and seventh-grader. The app tells the story of two tweens who find an enchanted paintbrush made by a medieval sorcerer. A cross between an eBook and a game, the app lets the user choose what happens next in the story. Brush of Truth has 125 pages of story and illustrations, with 65 decision points and 20 possible endings.

The app also has been named a "Recommended iPad Book App for Older and Reluctant Readers Ages 8-12" by Digital Storytime, and one of "6 Interactive Book Apps to Get Kids Excited About Reading" by Tecca. Brush of Truth recently received a five-star rating from Technology in Education.

Free Common Core-aligned lesson plans are available for Brush of Truth on the Story Bayou website.

"We are honored to have this recognition from Creative Child Magazine," said Laviolette, who wrote Brush of Truth. "Brush of Truth is about getting kids into reading, using the technology they love. Book apps like this help kids stick with reading material because they love the interaction with the story."

Creative Child Magazine's Awards Program brought together more than 100 moms, educators and early education professionals to review products at a two-day event in Henderson, Nevada. Products are given scores based on multiple reviews on the criteria of nurturing creativity and education in children.

Mom Julie Landry Laviolette, a longtime journalist and writer, founded Story Bayou to develop interactive book apps for tweens. Brush of Truth, release in Feb. 2012, has been recognized nationally for its appeal to reluctant readers.

Pricing and Availability:
Brush of Truth 1.1 is $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide through the App Store in the Books category.

Story Bayou: http://www.storybayou.com
Brush of Truth 1.1: http://www.storybayou.com/books
Julie Landry Laviolette: http://www.storybayou.com/about
Purchase and Download (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/story-bayou-inc./id500563169
Purchase and Download (Kindle Fire): http://www.amazon.com/Story-Bayou-Inc-Brush-Truth/dp/B007O3BX7K/ref=sr_1_1?s=mobile-apps&ie=UTF8&qid=1332854282&sr=1-1

Story Bayou creates interactive book apps for kids 8-12. You choose how the action unfolds in these full-text storybook apps, recognized for their appeal to reluctant readers. Story Bayou apps have been recognized by children's tech review sites such as Digital Storytime, iPhoneMom, iGameMom and Fun Educational Apps for exciting kids about reading. Copyright (C) 2012 Story Bayou. 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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Julie Laviolette
CEO
954-881-6773
United States
julie@storybayou.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/StoryBayou
LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/in/julielaviolette
Twitter Profile: http://twitter.com/StoryBayou

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DoggyDooDar Helps Dog Owners Have Fun, Earn Prizes and Help Environment - Published on 12/19/12

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DoggyDooDar from Latebird Limited, and led by the app's canine creator, Freddie, lets users connect with other dog owners to find, add and tag dog waste bins/cans, locate and visit dog-friendly services, dog-friendly locations as well as upload and share photos of their four legged friends. It also features an innovative scoring system that rewards the highest scoring users with valuable gift vouchers for visiting and "tagging" waste bins/cans, services and locations.

Cupertino, California - Dog owners who want to enjoy endless hours of fun, earn great prizes, and help the environment all at the same time can now download the remarkable, 100% free new app DoggyDooDar(TM). Created by the DoggyDooDar team at Latebird Limited, and led by Freddie, the brilliant canine creator of the app, DoggyDooDar features an easy and intuitive interface that allows users to:

* Create a fun profile of their dog along with photo, and get to know other users and dogs in the area

* Find and add dog waste bins on a global map - currently, there are over 10,000 bins/ cans and counting, and they automatically update each time the app starts.

* Find and add dog-friendly services on a global map, such as restaurants, bars, pubs, hotels, guest houses, pet shops, veterinarians, dog salons, dog parks, and many more.

* View dog-themed galleries, and easily share and upload photos whilst on the move.

* Download dog-themed photos to use as device wallpaper.

* Score lots of DoggyDooDar Stars in the process and compare scores on the app's dedicated leaderboards.

Plus, to promote a warm and friendly community feel (just like when dog owners dispose of waste responsibly), users can see who last tagged a dog poop waste bin or service/ location. They can also access the app's global map when they're offline, which is ideal for when they're walking in remote areas.

And if all of that didn't make this 100% free app the most dog-friendly invention since the rubber ball, DoggyDooDar users can earn great prizes simply by visiting dog waste bins/ cans or dog-friendly services or locations and "tagging" scoring them thus scoring DoggyDooDar Stars.

Each daily visit and tag at a dog waste bin/can earns a user one DoggyDooDar Star, while each dog-friendly service or location tag earns a user two Stars. The user with the most stars each month wins a gift voucher (monthly scores reset each month), while the user who has most stars over a calendar year wins a big grand prize. In addition, spot prizes are awarded each month to randomly-selected users who have at least one star to their credit.

Both dog and non-dog owning users can add any waste bin/can that is legally allowed to receive correctly wrapped dog waste. Allowing everyone to keep their community free our four legged friends' daily little gifts.

"It doesn't matter if you're talking about a relatively small dog like our beloved Freddie - who, by the way, feels very strongly about dog waste (when offered a small treat) - or a giant Great Dane who looks like it could bear a saddle: the amount of dog waste produced worldwide each year is amounting to tens of millions of tonnes, and it's a real environmental danger," commented a senior source at Latebird Limited. "Disposing of your dog's daily waste responsibly is the law in the UK, Europe, the US, Japan, Australia, Canada and many other countries around world. With DoggyDooDar, we've made picking up dog poop fun - and like the Olympics, we too want to create a global league of social and environmental responsibility through our devoted community of DoggyDooDar users. But that's just one part of the app or, if you will, one piece of the doo. Because users can find dog-friendly services and locations, connect with other dog lovers, and win great prizes - and it's all 100% free!"

DoggyDooDar, the remarkable new app that lets dog owners enjoy endless hours of fun, earn great prizes, and help the environment all at the same time, is available now in the iTunes App Store.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3/4/5 gen) and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* 6.7 MB

Pricing and Availability:
DoggyDooDar 1.16 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Lifestyle category.

DoggyDooDar 1.16: http://www.doggydoodar.com
Download from iTunes : https://itunes.apple.com/app/doggydoodar/id525005506
YouTube Video (Demo): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9mSwQmv6Sg.
Screenshot (Splash screen): http://www.doggydoodar.com/images/1.png
Screenshot (Waste Bins): http://a455.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/066/Purple/v4/7d/11/81/7d1181dd-1a4c-990c-5f2b-6214c02bac7d/mzl.qwylmqel.320x480-75.jpg
App Icon: http://www.doggydoodar.com/images/icon.png

As relatively new dog owners (the real Freddie joined our family 2 years ago), the practicalities of dog ownership and social and environmental issues around dog waste disposal were the spark to creating DoggyDooDar. Our goal is to inject some daily fun into the messy, and sometimes lonely, business of collecting your dog's waste gifts and offer you the chance to be rewarded for being clean and green. We have had lots of fun developing this application and already have ideas for making further improvements. Latebird Limited is the sole legal owner of the DoggyDooDar app, DoggyDooDar trade marks and all other associated intellectual property rights. Copyright (C) 2012 Latebird Limited. 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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Mark Johnson
Media Director
1-408-757-0156
United States
press@appshout.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/doggydoodar
Twitter Profile: http://www.twitter.com/doggydoodar

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Liquid5 announces the launch of FaceFriends - Published on 12/19/12

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Liquid5 today introduces FaceFriends 1.0, their new facial recognition app for iOS. FaceFriends determines who your best looking friends are by simply scanning your face with your iPhone's camera. The app uses mathematical calculations and Fibonacci's Golden ratio to scientifically approximate how attractive you and your friends really are. Simply connect the app with your Facebook account using its seamless integration, and you can scan the faces of all your Facebook friends, family and foes.

London, United Kingdom - How attractive are you compared to your friends? Ted Nash, the 21 year-old CEO of Liquid5 announces the launch of FaceFriends, the facial recognition app that determines who your best looking friends are by simply scanning your face with your iPhone's camera!

Thanks to FaceFriends, we no longer have to rely on basic human instincts to decide if we find somebody attractive. By utilising the camera on the iPhone and iPod touch, the app is able to use facial recognition techonology to analyse you and your friend's faces. FaceFriends uses mathematical calculations and Fibonacci's Golden ratio to scientifically approximate how attractive you and your friends really are.

FaceFriends even lets you analyse your Facebook photos instantly from your device, allowing you to see exactly who your most attractive friends are! Simply connect the app with your Facebook account using our seamless Facebook integration, and you can scan the faces of all your Facebook friends, family and foes! You can also use the app to discover how hot your own girlfriend or boyfriend really is!

Co-founders of Liquid5, Ted Nash and Nick Reffit, are backed by Friends Reunited founders, Steve Pankhurst and Ex-Marketing Director Tim Ward. Ted is best known for being the first teenager to ever have 1,000,000 downloads on the App Store, worldwide. He says that FaceFriends is essentially a game which he invented after endless debates on the subject of beauty, with his own friends. Ted says: "Whilst I was at college, the endless debates about who was most attractive, always sparked interesting discussion. After the global success of 'Fit or Fugly', which started out as a test at school, I was really keen to understand how we could create new applications which spark off a simple human component; curiosity. I hope with FaceFriends we will attract curiosity and continue to entertain our young audience across the globe."

The debate and excitement around this app is extremely promising. No more will we have to rely on opinions of our attractiveness from peers or family, instead we can have an unbiased, scientific opinion.

So do you need a boost of confidence? Or do you know someone who needs a reality check? In order to discover who your hottest friends are, download FaceFriends from the App Store today!

Ted stresses that this is merely an entertainment app and should not be taken too seriously, after all this is a bit of fun.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3/4/5 gen) and iPad
* Requires iOS 6.0 or later
* 10.6 MB

Pricing and Availability:
FaceFriends 1.0 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Entertainment category.

Liquid5: http://www.liquid5.com
FaceFriends 1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/facefriends-face-your-friends/id577410576
Media Assets: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/0r9yxr92qgjcfl0/hd_PbHfvvg

Founded by Ted Nash and Nick Reffitt, and with backing from Steve Pankhurst (Founder of FriendsReunited), Liquid5 make apps that play on people's curiosity and sense of humour, networks that truly bring people together, and utilities to improve your everyday life. With nearly two decades experience in digital products, Liquid5 are bringing their knowledge to the world of Mobile Discoverability, making it easier for users to find the apps they want, and for developers to get the recognition they deserve. With over 5 million downloads under their belt, and with significant media coverage across the UK, the growth of Liquid5 continues to draw attention and fascination. Copyright (C) 2012 Liquid5 Ltd. 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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Ted Nash
Founder
United Kingdom
ted@liquid5.com

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Children's Spirit Animal Cards Provides Kids with Life Guidance - Published on 12/19/12

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Based on the work of renowned author and teacher Dr. Steven Farmer, Children's Spirit Animal Cards from Satiama provides kids with full-screen animal imagery, engaging music, and an age-appropriate message from each animal to help them build core values and foster a lifelong connection to Mother Earth. This inspiring new app provides children with daily guidance, inner development and a sense of connection with nature. It is available as a universal app for iPhone and iPad.

Cupertino, California - Parents and educators who want to give kids an inspirational daily dose of gentle guidance that includes themes of love, respect, self-appreciation, trusting inner guidance, cooperation with others and connection with nature can now download the remarkable new iPhone and iPad app Children's Spirit Animal Cards. The app features 24 gorgeous animal wisdom cards, which are drawn when their mobile device is shaken.

Each wisdom card offers children a heartwarming, nourishing and uplifting message that is both memorable and easily integrated into daily life. Infants and toddlers will find the vivid, full-screen animal imagery captivating, while older children will also enjoy reading the pop-up messages from the animals.

Developed by Satiama, LLC, and available in hard copy at Satiama.com, the visually stunning Children's Spirit Animal Cards app is based on the work of internationally-renowned author and teacher Dr. Steven Farmer. The app also features delightful, age-appropriate musical accompaniment by Dr. Farmer.

"Children's Spirit Animal Cards are designed to tap into a child's natural openness and talent for learning, inspire them with an awareness and appreciation of the powerful, innate inner life that is their birthright, and help them establish a connection with nature that will support them for a lifetime," commented Dr. Farmer. "Indeed, there are those who feel that technology is taking our children away from the eternal wisdom that is rooted in Mother Earth. And while that may be true in some cases, this app is living proof that technology, when developed with awareness and in co-creation with nature instead of against it, can be used to help children grow and develop with love, integrity, wisdom, understanding and tolerance - all the things that our world desperately needs; perhaps now more than ever before."

Children's Spirit Animal Cards, the inspiring new app that provides children with daily guidance, inner development and a sense of connection with nature, is available now on iTunes as a universal app for iPhone and iPad.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3/4/5 gen) and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.0 or later
* Universal Application
* 18.3 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Children's Spirit Animal Cards 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.

Satiama: http://satiama.com/
Children's Spirit Animal Cards 1.0: http://www.appshout.com/apps/childrens-spirit-animal-cards/
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/childrens-spirit-animal-cards/id561668224
YouTube Video (Demo): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kaWGZCKjiM
Screenshot: http://a1648.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/102/Purple/v4/35/b9/2b/35b92bcd-b916-d68c-55f1-6d5a2b01a92d/mzl.knbjrmdx.320x480-75.jpg
App Icon: http://www.appshout.com/apps/childrens-spirit-animal-cards/images/icon.png

Satiama is a passion project conceived and nurtured by Karen Stuth and Susan Stuth, sisters with a shared vision. Satiama was founded to offer inspired words and tools for transformation to assist people more deeply connect with and honor their true selves and their true nature, to increase their respect, compassion and love for each other and Mother Earth, and to foster and cultivate their connection to something greater. Satiama supports the idea that inner nourishment comes in many forms. Satiama develops and publishes products that encourage and inspire both adults and children in their daily journey and personal evolution, supporting helping them to create the life they truly desire and deserve. Copyright (C) 2012 Satiama, 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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Bookshelves - Time-Saving File Manager For Easy Organization On The Go - Published on 12/19/12

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Helping iPhone and iPad users organize their many files in ways never before possible, Think Code Release Ltd today announces the newly updated versions of Bookshelves and Bookshelves Lite, their popular productivity apps that make it easy to manage virtually any type of document or digital media. Ideal for the professional or traveler, these groundbreaking apps help users be more productive by organizing their frequently used contacts, bookmarks, documents, photos, videos, and more.

London, United Kingdom - Helping iPhone and iPad users organize their many files in ways never before possible, Think Code Release Ltd today is pleased to announces the newly updated versions of Bookshelves and Bookshelves Lite, their popular productivity apps that make it easy to manage virtually any type of document or digital media.

Ideal for the busy professional or frequent traveler, these groundbreaking apps help users be more productive by organizing their frequently used contacts, bookmarks, documents, photos, videos, and more. Files can be collected into bookshelves so they are quickly found and easily used.

"Bookshelves is a huge time saver when you're on the go," said Bohdan Hernandez Navia, Founder and CEO of Think Code Release Ltd. "It's now easier than ever to get organized so you can get more done, without spending time hunting for your important documents or contacts."

More than just a file manager, Bookshelves has found innovative ways to save time. Bookshelves can be viewed with just a swipe left or right. Tapping once on an item shows possible actions and a double tap will quickly open it. Files in a wide variety of formats can be copied, shared, viewed, or played from inside the app.

Bookshelves also gives users quick access to call, email, or send an SMS to their contacts. Files can be shared on Facebook, Twitter, Evernote, or Flickr; in an email; or copied to the pasteboard.

Files are no longer locked into one application but can be moved around with ease. Users can add files from iTunes (using File Sharing), from other apps (such as message attachments from Mail), or even take photos/videos directly from the app.

"Users have told us that Bookshelves is like the missing file manager for your iPhone or iPad," said Kevin Harris, Marketing and Sales Manager. "Finally, you can take control of ALL your files."

Bookshelves includes helpful tools for easily finding files. The search box instantly reveals results as the user types. Also, files can be sorted by name, kind, size, date, and last opened.

A unique feature of Bookshelves allows users to access their files on Dropbox as easily as they can local files. Manage and organize files from any source as if they were just in different folders, avoiding hassles and headaches.

Advanced features bring the power of a desktop computer to the iPhone or iPad. Users can extract content from ZIP files, multitask, and even use AirPlay and AirPrint (some features require iOS 4.0 or later).

Features of the Bookshelves app include:
* Powerful File Manager - Organize files in bookshelves to be found easily
* Many File Types - Works with documents, photos, videos, contacts, and more
* Save Time - Quickly import, view, or play files with just a few taps
* Quick Search - The app shows results while a user types
* Sending and Sharing - Easily send files by email or post to social media

Device requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* 8.0 MB
* Also available for Mac OS X and Windows

Pricing and availability:
Bookshelves 1.3.8 is currently available for sale worldwide through the App Store in the Productivity category for $3.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies). Review copies are available upon request. A free version, Bookshelves Lite, is also available.

Think Code Release: http://www.berokyo.com/ios/en/about.html
Bookshelves 1.3.8: http://www.berokyo.com
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id411033046
Download from iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id484634491
Screenshot: http://berokyo.com/resources/images/berokyo-ipad-1.png
App Icon: http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r1000/097/Purple/v4/02/96/55/02965579-dd75-4a71-8063-c323a3abd067/temp..cjnzgfql.175x175-75.jpg

Based in London, Think Code Release Ltd is committed to providing innovative and quality software solutions for users demanding reliable, user friendly and well-supported products. Their apps, Bookshelves and Bookshelves Lite, were recently updated in the App Store. Copyright (C) 2012 Think Code Release Ltd. 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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software@thinkcoderelease.com

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15 Months 2012/13 HD Calendar Wild Flowers by Robert Plantfield - Published on 12/19/12

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New app entitled 15 Months 2012/13 HD Calendar Wild Flowers by Robert Plantfield from Menzel Apps features stunning HD photos optimized for the iPad's Retina display. An iPhone edition is also available. Plus, for a limited time during its introduction, the app is offered at half price. Featuring an elegantly simple user interface, this app is a complete calendar for 2013, complete with 15 stunning HD photos from Robert Plantfield, one for each month.

Cupertino, California - iPad and iPhone users who want to bring their device's Retina display to life in gorgeous HD, can now download the 15 Months HD 2012/2013 Calendar Wild Flowers by Robert Plantfield, and keep track of their dates and appointments while enjoying stunning photographs that will transport them into a world of artistic beauty. Created by Menzel Apps, 15 Months HD 2012/2013 Calendar Wild Flowers by Robert Plantfield features:

* 15 stunning HD photos from Robert Plantfield - one for each month
* A complete calendar for 2013, plus bonus months in 2012 (November/December) and 2014 (January)
* An elegantly simple user interface that takes seconds to master
* The ability to use any photo as the device's wallpaper simply by clicking the "share" button
* The option to view the calendar on either the Home or Lock screen
* A special iPhone version that is optimized for iPhone 5

Plus, both iPad and iPhone users will cheer the fact that, for a limited time to celebrate the app's introduction, it's offered at half price.

"In our fast-paced digital world, we can sometimes lose sight of the beauty that surrounds us," commented Lars Menzel of Menzel Apps. "Our app lets iPad and iPhone users enjoy truly breathtaking photos by Robert Plantfield, while they access a handy 2013 calendar that includes bonus months in 2012 and 2014. It's a wonderful, inspiring and fun way to keep an eye on the days, weeks and months ahead, while gazing at beautiful photos anytime, and anywhere."

15 Months HD 2012/2013 Calendar Wild Flowers by Robert Plantfield, the new calendar app featuring HD artwork optimized for the iPad's Retina display, is available now from iTunes, along with a separate iPhone version.

15 Months 2012/13 HD Calendar Wild Flowers by Robert Plantfield 1.0: http://menzelapps.com
Purchase and Download (iPad): https://itunes.apple.com/app/15-months-hd-2012-13-calendar/id577756229
Purchase and Download (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/app/15-months-2012-13-wild-flowers/id576181253
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App Icon: http://www.appshout.com/apps/15-months-2012-13-hd-calendar-wild-flowers-by-robert-plantfield/images/icon.png
Media Assets: http://www.appshout.com/apps/15-months-2012-13-hd-calendar-wild-flowers-by-robert-plantfield/

Based in Germany, Menzel Apps is new media design and development firm that is driven to create apps that are visually stunning, conveniently functional, and easy-to- use. The firm's first app, 15 Months 2012/13 Calendar Wild Flowers by Robert Plantfield, is available on iTunes for both iPad (HD) and iPhone. Copyright (C) 2012 Menzel Apps. 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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May the White Christmas be with you: 50-75% off all Realore's iOS games - Published on 12/19/12

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Realore today announced Christmas Sales on all its games for iPhone and iPad. Players now have an opportunity to enjoy Realore's hits at a 50-75% discount. Such renowned titles as Roads of Rome series, Farm Mania series, Island Tribe series and many other games go on sale beginning December 19. And it's the first time recently released Roads of Rome 3 is available at a discounted price. The sale ends December 28, so hurry up and may the White Christmas be with you.

Klaipeda, Lithuania - Realore today announced Christmas Sales on all its iOS games. Players now have an opportunity to enjoy Realore's hits at a 50-75% discount. Such renowned titles as Roads of Rome series, Farm Mania series, Island Tribe series and many other games go on sale beginning December 19. And it's the first time recently released Roads of Rome 3 is available at a discounted price. The sale ends December 28, so hurry up and may the White Christmas be with you.

More info on games that go on Christmas Sale (0,99$ each, and 1,99$ for Roads of Rome 3 HD):

Roads of Rome series, a renowned road-building strategy in an ancient Rome setting. Players take up the role of Victorius, a brave Roman general. The mission is to expand Rome's road system into unknown and dangerous areas, explore barbarian lands, win recognition and achieve victory.

Farm Mania series - a well-balanced agricultural time-management title with great amount of levels and mini-games. The goal is to help the main protagonist Anna and her family run a farm. Players grow crops, feed animals, build the farm to bring profit and top quality food to people in nearby towns.

Island Tribe series - resource-management strategy for the whole family in a tropical island setting. It tells a story of peaceful islanders forced to leave their home because of a huge volcano eruption. The gameplay is a combination of resource management strategy with the hidden object elements. The series features bright colorful graphics and beautiful art design with attention to detail.

All my Gods HD is based on Roman mythology. Players take up the role of a young god and embark on a quest to build and rule their own Empire. They can make friends with memorable characters from Roman legends and enjoy the divine powers given by the ancient gods.

Jane's Realty combines elements of time management and economic simulator genres. Players can experience what it's like to have their own real estate business. The game offers players a full range of realty management experience - players buy land, build houses, furnish them and collect rent from the tenants.

Realore's Xmas Sale: http://www.realore.com/ipage/
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/realore/id431046342

Realore is a software company that has been creating and publishing casual, social games, games for mobile phones and other platforms (flash, Mac, Pocket PC, Nintendo DS, iPhone, iPad, Android) since 2002. The company has published more than 60 titles and won fans all over the world. Today Realore is known as a successful developer and publisher that provides a full range of services including games' production, distribution and marketing. Its ultimate mission is to create high quality entertainment software that will bring fun and relaxation to players of all ages. Copyright (C) 2002-2012 Realore. 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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Time To Smile!:) - Free App Gives Daily Dose of Jokes and Funny Pictures - Published on 12/19/12

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or a daily dose of fun anytime, Alek today announces the entertaining new app Time To Smile!:) 1.0, filled with funny photos, hilarious jokes, and touching quotes plus fresh new diversions added every day. Available for the iPhone, iPad, Android, and Facebook, this free and entertaining app is one source for endless fun. Time To Smile!:) is designed to be the best way to take a much needed break or unwind after a long day.

Kiev, Ukraine - For a daily dose of fun anytime, Alek today announces the entertaining new app Time To Smile!:) 1.0, filled with funny photos, hilarious jokes, and touching quotes plus fresh new diversions added every day.

This free and entertaining app is available for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android. In addition, Time To Smile!:) is available as a Facebook app so people can view and share the hilarious content with friends.

"We created Time To Smile!:) to lift your mood and make you smile," said Alek, creator of the app. "You'll always find a joke or funny picture to brighten your spirits."

When it's time to smile, the app offers a wide variety of daily diversions including:
* Inspirational quotes
* Funny pictures
* Hilarious jokes
* Famous sayings
* Interesting facts
* Personal anecdotes

Available in both English and Russian, Time To Smile!:) is one source for endless fun. From hilarious cat photos to eye-popping photos to heart-warming quotes, fun seekers are sure to find a smile. It's designed to be the best way to take a much needed break or unwind after a long day.

"Every day, we add something new made especially for you," Alek said. "Smile and the world will smile back!"

Time To Smile!:) has delighted users, who turn to the app frequently for some lighthearted humor. User reviews include: "Wonderful way to end a busy day", "Makes me smile. Love it.", and "Fantastic. Such good fun."

Features of the Time To Smile!:) app include:
* Daily Dose of Fun - Enjoy free jokes, funny pictures, quotes, sayings, and more
* Always Something New - Content is updated every day
* Lots of Smiles - Plenty of fun sure to lighten any mood
* Two Languages - Available in both English and Russian

Device requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and Android
* Requires iOS 4.3 or Android 2.2 or later
* 0.9 MB (iOS) or 481 KB (Android)

Pricing and Availability:
Time To Smile!:) 1.0 is currently available worldwide through the App Store in the Books category and Google Play in the Books & Reference category for free.

Time To Smile!:) 1.0: http://www.timetosmile.net
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id562872486
Download from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alek.smile
Screenshot: http://a1794.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/116/Purple/v4/87/64/e0/8764e0a6-9323-fedf-c293-af3c24bc39ed/mzl.ziqfwphg.320x480-75.jpg
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Based in Ukraine, Alek specializes in creating fun and entertaining apps for the iPhone, iPad, and Android. Their app, Time To Smile!:), was recently released in the App Store. Copyright (C) 2012 Alek. 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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Ukraine
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Christmas Sale: 60% off all Realore's Games for Mac - Published on 12/19/12

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Realore today announced Christmas Sales on all its Mac games. Roads of Rome series, Jane's Hotel series, Farm Mania series, All my Gods and many other Realore's Mac games go on sale beginning December 19. Players have a chance to enjoy all the titles at a 60% discount each. The sale ends December 28, so hurry up and may the White Christmas be with you.

Klaipeda, Lithuania - Realore today announced Christmas Sales on all its games for Mac. Roads of Rome series, Jane's Hotel series, Farm Mania series, All my Gods and many other Realore's Mac games go on sale beginning December 19. Players have a chance to enjoy all the titles at a 60% discount each. The sale ends December 28, so hurry up and may the White Christmas be with you.

More info on Mac games that go on Christmas Sale ($6.99 USD - $2.99):

* Roads of Rome series, a renowned road-building strategy in an ancient Rome setting. Players take up the role of Victorius, a brave Roman general.

* In Jane's Hotel series players help the main protagonist Jane run her own hotel empire. Players' goal is to serve all the clients and earn a certain amount of money. All the multitasks combined create the busy atmosphere of a hotel people want to stay at.

* All my Gods is based on Roman mythology. Players take up the role of a young god and embark on a quest to build and rule their own Empire.

* Farm Mania series - a well-balanced agricultural time-management title with great amount of levels and mini-games. The goal is to help the main protagonist Anna and her family run a farm.

* Jane's Realty combines elements of time management and economic simulator genres. Players can experience what it's like to have their own real estate business.

* 3 Days: Zoo Mystery - a detective hidden object game about a young detective Anna investigating the disappearance of animals from her uncle's zoo.

* Ozzy Bubbles is a classic arcade game set in the underwater world of the Atlantic Ocean. The main character is Ozzy - a friendly little turtle living under the sea.

* Bubble Ice Age is a Match 3 game where players control a cannon that shoots ice bubbles of different colors.

* Dress Up Rush features Realore's well-known character Jane who decides to manage her own boutique. The task is not easy and requires precise time-management skills. Players control Jane as she runs the business.

* Jane's Zoo is a time management game that features Jane and her new adventures. She decides to save the extinct wild animals. Players can help her organize shelters for animals all over the world.

* Age of Japan is a Match 3 game in Japanese style setting featuring 40 levels that show different seasons of the year.

Pricing and Availability:
Roads of Rome series, Jane's Hotel series, Farm Mania series, All my Gods and many other Realore's Mac games are priced at only $6.99 USD - $2.99 (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Realore: http://www.realore.com/ipage/
Roads of Rome 3 v.1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/roads-of-rome-3/id473903214
All my Gods 1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/all-my-gods/id564168065
Jane's Hotel Mania 1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/janes-hotel-mania/id561674906
Farm Mania 1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/farm-mania/id463251419
Dress up Rush 1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/dress-up-rush/id535784536

Realore is a software company that has been creating and publishing casual, social games, games for mobile phones and other platforms (flash, Mac, Pocket PC, Nintendo DS, iPhone, iPad, Android) since 2002. The company has published more than 60 titles and won fans all over the world. Today Realore is known as a successful developer and publisher that provides a full range of services including games' production, distribution and marketing. Its ultimate mission is to create high quality entertainment software that will bring fun and relaxation to players of all ages. Copyright (C) 2002-2012 Realore. 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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Jolly Jingle Christmas Carols for Kids App is Now Offered at 30% Off - Published on 12/19/12

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Christmas Carols for Kids, Sing Along Songs - Jolly Jingle 1.2.1, an iPad and iPhone Christmas songs app from Hompimplay, is offered at 30% off from December 19th-29th to celebrate the Christmas season. Jolly Jingle recently reached the top #1 kids educational app on iTunes chart in seven countries. This app is an exciting and fresh educational game for children to get them into the Christmas spirit. As children sing along, they can click on magical icons that reveal hidden surprises.

Bandung, Indonesia - After making a significant success, Christmas Carols for Kids, Sing Along Songs - Jolly Jingle 1.2.1 app continues to make its way towards the top of holiday application rank list. The creator of the app, Hompimplay, has released a discount of 30% to support the upcoming holiday shopping season. From December 19th - 29th, this Christmas app can be purchased in full version for as low as $1.99. App Friday Christmas Special Party is going to host Jolly Jingle, as one of the top discounted apps, this holiday season.

Jolly Jingle is not only an innovative and fun educational tool that helps many parents teach their kids old-time favorite Christmas carols, but it also appeals to the young at heart wanting to get into the holiday spirit. Through the use of integrated vocals, sing-along lyrics, colorful animated characters, interactive game play, and effortless navigation, this app is guaranteed to provide hours of joy and merriment.

Since its launch on November 15th, the Jolly Jingle app has received numerous reviews and enthusiastic praise from both the press and its users:

Charly James of A4cwns.com said, "This app pops up as a big visual howdy do to you when it first launches. It makes you smile. It makes you smell cookies in the oven and long for it to be snowing outside. The pop of colors and visual layout is stunning."

"The fact that there are different interactive elements to the application to press while listening to the song makes it motivating to play for kids." Jessica Chase, a licensed speech-language pathologist and creator of consonantlySpeaking.com said, "Children can learn different Christmas-related vocabulary and describe different holiday traditions."

"The designers of the app took their time to ensure everything worked properly and was easy for kids of all ages to enjoy", said Randy Williamson of App Modo "...The controls are very intuitive and simple through the app. The actual sing-along part of the app is also very simple to understand. One of the most impressive things about this app is the high quality audio that was used for every one of the songs."

From December 19th to December 29th, make your kids remember this holiday and save 30%. You can download the premium version for $1.99 and enter a world of timeless carols, including: Jingle Bells, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and much more!

Device requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* 35.3 MB

Pricing and availability:
Christmas Carols for Kids, Sing Along Songs - Jolly Jingle 1.2.1 is priced at $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies), for a limited time and is available worldwide exclusively through the iTunes App Store in the Games category.

Christmas Carols for Kids, Sing Along Songs - Jolly Jingle 1.2.1: http://www.jollyjingleapp.com
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id574200362
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utTc7EB_IvI&feature=youtu.be
Screenshot: http://www.hompimplay.com/jollyjingle.png
Press Kit (zip): http://www.hompimplay.com/download/jollyjingle-presskit.zip

Formed in 2011, Hompimplay develops educational and entertainment apps for toddlers, preschoolers, young learners worldwide. Copyright (C) 2012 Hompimplay. 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. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

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Indonesia
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Santa dances Gangnam Style in Dance Party Crunkmas! (iOS and Android) - Published on 12/19/12

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Christmas just got a whole lot crunker with the arrival of AppHappy Studios' newest game, Dance Party Crunkmas 1.0. With a unique mobile adaptation to the classic rhythm game, players swipe to the beat to earn high scores and unlock new songs. Players pick their favorite character and watch as they break it down to Dubstep, Hip Hop, Christmas remixes and other dance music. Players will find everything they are looking for in the fun and quirky Christmas game.

Gainesville, Florida - Christmas just got a whole lot crunker with the arrival of AppHappy Studios' newest game, Dance Party Crunkmas 1.0! With a unique mobile adaptation to the classic rhythm game, players swipe to the beat to earn high scores and unlock new songs. Pick your favorite character and watch as they break it down to Dubstep, Hip Hop, Christmas remixes and other dance music!

Ever wanted to see Santa Claus dance to PSY's hit song Gangnam Style? Or maybe you'd like to see a snowman booty dance to a techno remix of Jingle Bells? You'll find everything you are looking for in the fun and quirky Christmas game.

Complete with over two dozen songs to play and unlock, five characters including Crunky the Reindeer and Lil' Santa, and plenty of GameCenter achievements and leaderboards to see who's been naughty and who's been nice.

Dance Party Crunkmas is available free on the iTunes App Store as well as Google Play, and will be arriving soon on the Amazon App Store. When a game claims to be "the #1 game in the Crunk category" and "featured as "What's Poppin" by your brain" you know your in for a good time. Here is a recap of some of the game's features:

Unique Gameplay:
Swipe to the beat and watch your character bust a move!

Beaucoup Music:
That's french, no big deal. It means this app has more Dubstep, Dance, Hip Hop, and Christmas music than your device can handle!

Find Your Favorite Character:
Unlock additional characters with unique dance moves!

Mirror Mirror On The Wall... Who's The Crunkest Of Them All?
Full GameCenter integration with leaderboards for longest note streak, most points overall, and per-song performance!

Universal Support:
iPhone? iPad? iPod touch? Android? If you've got it, we support it!

This is the must have holiday app of 2012. Dont miss your chance to spread the word and be one of the early adopters of the hottest new mobile game, Dance Party Crunkmas!

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5, iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th generation), and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.0 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* 91.8 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Dance Party Crunkmas 1.0 is free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Dance Party Crunkmas 1.0: http://www.apphappystudios.com/crunkmas
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/dance-party-crunkmas/id580920825
Download from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apphappystudios.santasdanceparty
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NV2VOOFB2YQ&feature=youtu.be

AppHappy Studios was founded by Chris Martone in April of 2011. AppHappy's mission is to make fun and creative apps for people of all ages! Copyright (C) 2012 AppHappy Studios. 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
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Apprope Releases a Free App Version of the Drinking Game Kings - Published on 12/19/12

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Several new versions of Kings from Apprope will be inspiring madness: lost clothes, hand-drawn tattoos, wily pranks, and general debauchery. Along with a free Classic Kings 1.00 download, multiple variations will be available to liven the party, including dirty, wasted, evil, social, trivia, and even an alcohol-free Mormon version. Classic Kings and all its versions can be downloaded from the App Store for iPod, iPhone, or iPad.

Stockholm, Sweden - Apprope announces a free version of Classic Kings 1.00 (also known as "Ring of Fire" or "King's Cup") , but partygoers will likely be downloading its crazy variations. For people looking to get wasted, flirtatious, social, or playfully vengeful, this company has tailored a Kings deck for them. There is even a child-friendly version of the game for alcohol-free parties.

No cards are needed for these versions of Kings, just an iPhone, iPod, or iPad. When the screen is tapped, a new card is drawn and its specific rule is explained. The game is easy to use, and there's no need to go scrambling around looking for a 52-card deck to get the party started.

If players are bored of playing the same old, traditional Kings game, the new variations will mix it up in the best way possible. Each variation allows the players to take the party in the direction they want it to go. In total, there are six extra decks: "Wasted", "Dirty", "Evil", "Social", "Trivia" and "Mormon".

The "Wasted" variation is rather straightforward. It presents dares - which players take at their own risks - specifically designed to get the party tipsy. From chugging contests to guessing games with consequences, this version of Kings was clearly designed to "blur" the lines of tradition.

The "Dirty and Daring" variation gets players out of their comfort zones (and sometimes out of their clothes). From confessions to kissing, these rules are designed to steam up any old Kings game.

The "Evil" variation is a game of playful punishment. Each card prompts players to hide each other's drinks, spill each other's secrets, or put each other in difficult positions.

The "Social" version involves challenges that prompt socialization with the outer world. From Facebook posts and texts to ding dong ditch, this variation of Kings is designed to expand the network of the party. Meanwhile, the "Trivia" variation gets partiers thinking on their toes, from naming animal species on a chosen continent to listing as many bands as possible in a genre. The "Mormon" version assigns fun, alcohol-free games to each card number.

The game is available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian.

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

Pricing and Availability:
Kings 1.00 is free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Entertainment category. Each additional variation deck costs $1.99 USD. The game is available in multiple languages.

Kings 1.00: http://apprope.com/apps/kings
Download from iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id555592845
Press Kit (zip): http://apprope.com/presskit/kings

Apprope is an independent app studio founded in 2012 by two friends in Stockholm, Sweden. Our vision: kill boredom. How? By creating fun, clever and slick apps. Copyright (C) 2012 Apprope. 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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Sweden
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