3/05/2013

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Tue Mar 5, 2013 3:01 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Mathzilla with Roxy the Star 1.0 for iOS - Solve Equations with +, - , x - Published on 03/05/13

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HaStars today introduces Mathzilla with Roxy the Star 1.0 for iOS, its game where users solve simple equations involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication. Equations are all of the type A?B=Z. The variables A and B are numbers or groups of objects symbolizing numbers. The ? is an arithmetic operator like +, - , or x. Last, Z is a given. Users must figure out which numbers and operators need to be chosen to solve the puzzle/equation, scoring points moving through 3 levels of play.

Taipei, Taiwan - HaStars Technology today is pleased to introduce Mathzilla with Roxy the Star 1.0 for iOS, its game where users solve simple equations involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication. Equations in the game are all of the type A?B=Z. The variables A and B are whole numbers or groups of objects symbolizing numbers. The ? is an arithmetic operator like +, - , or x. Last, Z is a given number or group of objects representing a number. Users must figure out which numbers and operators on the gameboard need to be chosen and how they must be arranged to solve the math puzzle/equation. There are three levels of play, and high scores help King Kong climb the Empire State Building.

Feature Highlights:
* 3 different levels of play: Easy, Medium, and Hard
* Easy - addition and subtraction up to the number 5 (maximum value 10)
* Medium - addition, subtraction, and multiplication up to number 9 (maximum value 81)
* Hard - addition, subtraction, and multiplication up to number 19 (maximum value 361)
* 3 different scoreboards
* Animations of King Kong, Roxy, and monkeys are cute, and maintain interest in gameplay
* Math skill improvement - kids & adults practice finding answers as quickly as possible

Unlike most math games for children and adults, Mathzilla with Roxy the Star asks players to think holistically. The math problems found in most other games resemble flash cards, e.g., 2+5=X or X+5=7. There is only one variable, and the required operation, e.g., addition, is provided. Mathzilla challenges users to answer questions containing three variables, two numbers, and an operator. This helps young players develop the ability to solve problems that involve the logical process of trial and error (useful in solving many non-math problems). More advanced players will immediately recognize the most promising combinations and solve the puzzles quickly.

Also fostered by the app is the connection between digits, numbers, and quantities. A "3" can function as a noun and refer to an abstract concept, or a "3" may function as an adjective modifying a noun. The app demonstrates to young math students that a "3" can stand alone or stand connected to a noun, providing the answer to the question "How many (noun)s."

Last, the app subtly interweaves the concept of equivalence. The given answer to the equation may be a group of seven bananas, stacked three over four. But a group of three and another group of four may not be available on the gameboard. Users may need to use a group of two bananas and another group of five to solve the equation.

Mathzilla includes playful background music throughout, and every animation includes amusing sound effects. Roxy the Star is an animated character with cyan hair and eyes, and she also leads kids on explorations of Preschool Math and Learning Basic Chinese in the other apps in the series.

"Carefully designed for kids & adults, Mathzilla with Roxy the Star is the perfect way for them to master basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication," commented Rita Jao of HaStars Technology. "And parents should know that our apps are completely safe, with no ads, no in-app purchases, and no data mining or tracking."

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 4/4S/5, iPod touch (4th/5th generation), iPad 2/3/4, and iPad mini
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* 12.6 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Mathzilla with Roxy the Star 1.0 is $0.99 (USD) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. Review copies are available on request.

HaStars Technology: http://www.roxythestar.com/
Mathzilla with Roxy the Star 1.0: http://www.roxythestar.com/apps/roxy-mathzilla/
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/mathzilla-with-roxy-the-star/id598596840
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Based in Taipei, Taiwan, HaStars Technology was founded by Alex Huang in 2002. HaStars has more than 8 years of experience developing kid's educational Flash games. HaStars believes the best way to learn is through having fun! The company also has developed games for set-top box game systems, so that kids can play games on their TV. They also have experience developing interactive games on Yahoo messenger for Yahoo Taiwan. Copyright (C) 2002-2013 HaStars Technology Co., 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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Rita Jao
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886-2586-8113
Taiwan
ritajao@hastars.com

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The Must-Have Game - Ace Wings:Online - Landing on iOS - Published on 03/05/13

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Ace Wings: Online is an innovative aerial combat game on iOS for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad now, employing the advanced 3D technology, intuitive control scheme and lovable egg shape planes, which will lead the new generation of mobile aerial combat game world wide, and will become the worthy Must-Have App not only on iOS, but also on Android. The significant innovation of this game is the 2 Versus 2 Mode, which is the first and creative mode for flight battle game on iOS.

Beijing, China - VOLV LLC today is proud to announce Ace Wings: Online, the most wonderful and delightful aerial combat game on Apple Store for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch now. Ace Wings: Online is an innovative aerial combat game on iOS, employing the advanced 3D technology, intuitive control scheme and lovable egg shape planes, which will lead the new generation of mobile aerial combat game world wide, and will become the worthy Must-Have App not only on iOS, but also on Android. The significant innovation of this game is the 2 Versus 2 Mode, which is the first and creative mode for flight battle game on iOS.

"Ace Wings: Online is the unprecedented and revolutionary air battle game, using the advanced 3D technique to display the authentic scene and realistic weapons and planes. We have dedicated to this game for almost 2 years, constantly revising, improving and testing to achieve our ultimate goal - bring smile to our players." Yuqi Tian said, the CEO of VOLV LLC, who is one of the leading pioneers of Chinese mobile game.

The 15 planes, from the World War I and the World War II with the adorable egg model, are available for players to choose, having the pleasant flying experience in 6 kinds of vivid landscape. The control scheme is quite simple: tilt the device to control the direction, while the buttons on the screen allow the players to accelerate and fire weapons. As the difficulties increase, players need to fight against enemies with more strategies and tactics. Moreover, the game runs smoothly after thousands of testing and fixing.

Highlighted Features:
* Multiple Fight Modes: 2V2 Online Mode, Survival Mode (Co-op Survival, Single Survival), Versus Mode, Multiplayer Mode
* 26 different kinds of icons including various national flag icons and special attribute icons
* 15 planes, 7guided rockets and 7cannons
* Every plane has its own special technologies to upgrade
* Enable 360-degree flight in 6 types of realistic 3D landscapes
* Active Hawkeye Mode increasing the accuracy of weapons
* Intuitive and smooth control scheme
* 32 Achievements in Game Center

Device Requirement:
* Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch
* Require iOS 4.3 or later.
* 79.7 MB (iPhone)/84.1MB (iPad)

Pricing and Availability:
Ace Wings:Online v1.0 is $2.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Ace Wings: Online: https://itunes.apple.com/app/ace-wings-online/id595311286
Ace Wings: Online HD: https://itunes.apple.com/app/ace-wings-online-hd/id594424929
Screenshot 1: http://volvapps.com/images/awo_sc/1.jpg
Screenshot 2: http://volvapps.com/images/awo_sc/1.jpg
Screenshot 3: http://volvapps.com/images/awo_sc/3.jpg
App Icon: http://volvapps.com/images/awo_sc/icon.png

VOLV LLC is an independent game company located in China. It was formed in 2011 for the purpose of creating marvelous and unique app games for the players all over the world, bringing funs and smiles to them. Copyright (C) 2013 VOLV 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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Jacky He
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China
heyw@volvapps.com

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Tue Mar 5, 2013 3:03 am (PST) . Posted by:

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GenevaMars Announces Zachy the Robot: Quest for the Museum Treasures - Published on 03/05/13

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GenevaMars introduces Zachy the Robot: Quest for the Museum Treasures 1.0 for iPad. This new innovative educational app is a joint collaboration with Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Starring the award-winning Zachy the Robot cast of characters, the app takes children on a worldwide adventure to discover dinosaurs, precious minerals and invertebrate fossils. Quest introduces children ages three and up to paleontology, mineralogy, and geology through a fun, interactive adventure game.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - GenevaMars, publisher of STEM-focused educational apps, and Carnegie Museum of Natural History, one of the top natural history museums in the country, have joined forces to create a new educational children's game, Zachy the Robot(TM): Quest for the Museum Treasures 1.0. Starring the award-winning Zachy the Robot(TM) cast of characters, Quest introduces children ages three and up to paleontology, mineralogy, and geology through a fun, interactive adventure game. Now available on Apple's iTunes App Store for iPad, Quest includes puzzles, mini-games, and a fun story that will entertain and educate children for hours.

Zachy the Robot: Quest for the Museum Treasures starts off in the newly built Robocity Museum where children choose one of three areas to explore: dinosaurs, minerals, or fossils. Children then travel the world with Zachy the Robot and his friends to find exhibits for the new museum. Along the way, children encounter puzzles and mini-games including a pattern completion game, a timed sorting game, digging games, a dinosaur puzzle game, and a maze controlled by the iPad's accelerometer. Each of these activities helps develop important skills such as pattern recognition, image recognition, and hand-eye coordination.

In Quest for the Museum Treasures, Children visit sites on all seven continents including places such as the Yixian Formation in China, Minas Gerais in Brazil, the Erzgebirge Mountains in Germany, and the Hanson Formation in Antarctica. Each location is accompanied by an original soundtrack inspired by music from that region.

"With Quest for the Museum Treasures, we wanted to take Zachy the Robot on a trek around the world to introduce children to natural history," said Charles Kim, CEO of GenevaMars. "With help from scientists and staff at Carnegie Museum of Natural History, we were able to produce a game that offers entertainment for kids as well as educational value from one of the leading natural history museums in the world."

Carnegie Museum of Natural History scientists who advised GenevaMars include paleontologist Matt Lamanna, mineralogists Marc and Deb Wilson, and geologist Albert Kollar. Mary Ann Steiner, Director of Learning Research at the museum, coordinated and advised on the project as well.

Zachy the Robot: Quest for the Museum Treasures is a follow up to the educational app Zachy the Robot: The Leaning Tower of Robocity, the recipient of a prestigious Parents' Choice Recommended Award from the Parents' Choice Foundation, which signifies excellence in childrens' media.

About Carnegie Museum of Natural History:
Carnegie Museum of Natural History, one of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, is among the top natural history museums in the country and is redefining what it means to be a 21st-century natural history museum. It maintains, preserves, and interprets an extraordinary collection of 22 million objects and scientific specimens used to broaden understanding of evolution, conservation, and biodiversity. Through four new Centers, Carnegie Museum of Natural History generates new scientific knowledge, advances science literacy, and inspires visitors of all ages to become passionate about science, nature, and world cultures. More information is available by calling 412.622.3131 or by visiting the website.

Device Requirements:
* Requires iPad with iOS 6.0 or later
* 172 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Zachy the Robot: Quest for the Museum Treasures 1.0 is $3.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Education category.

GenevaMars: http://www.genevamars.com
Carnegie Museum of Natural History: http://www.carnegiemnh.org
Zachy the Robot: Quest for the Museum Treasures 1.0: http://www.genevamars.com/apps/zachy-the-robot-quest-for-the-museum-treasures/
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/zachy-robot-quest-for-museum/id599395459
Logo: http://www.genevamars.com/mediakit/GenevaMars-StandardLogo.pdf
App Icon: http://www.genevamars.com/mediakit/ZachyMuseumIcon.png

GenevaMars develops and publishes entertainment and educational mobile apps for kids of all ages. GenevaMars first app, Zachy the Robot: The Leaning Tower of Robocity introduced the world to Zachy the Robot, a cartoon character devoted to teaching children about STEM topics. GenevaMars was funded by InnovationWorks and Carnegie Mellon University. More information is available at GenevaMars online. Copyright (C) 2013 GenevaMars. 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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Charles Kim
CEO
310-210-7099
United States
info@genevamars.com

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Lagu 2.1 Free for iOS - Queue New Songs While Listening + Auto-EQ - Published on 03/05/13

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Indie developer Fedry Kemilau today announces Lagu 2.1 free for iOS, an update to his music player app with the look and functionality of Apple Music/iPod, plus a host of useful features. The app includes: Queue Management during playback; Last.fm, Facebook, and Twitter integration; Songs Downloader; Auto-EQ user selectable EQ for different songs; Lyrics Finder; Song Recommendations; Gapless Playback of songs; Auto Artwork Download; Sleep Timer; Shake to Shuffle; and Queue Song Count & Duration.

Medan, Indonesia - Indie developer Fedry Kemilau today is pleased to announce Lagu 2.1 free for iOS, an update to his music player app that maintains the classic look and functionality of the default Apple Music/iPod, while adding a host of useful features. The app's feature list includes: Queue Management during playback; Last.fm, Facebook, and Twitter integration; Songs Downloader; Auto-EQ user selectable EQ for different songs; Lyrics Finder; Song Recommendations; Gapless Playback of songs; Auto Artwork Download; Sleep Timer; Shake to Shuffle; and Queue Song Count & Duration.

Feature Highlights:
* Simple to use, full featured music player app for iOS
* Similar in look and functionality to the default Apple Music/iPod app
* Queue Management during playback
* Last.fm, Facebook, and Twitter integration
* Auto-EQ user selectable EQ for different songs

Surpassing standard Playlists, Up Next, and manual song selection is Lagu's Queue Management during playback feature. Listeners are now free to simply swipe to add songs to the playback queue at any time, even while listening to music. Users can set the next songs to be played without interrupting the song currently playing.

Lagu interfaces perfectly with the Last.fm song recommendation system, users are allowed to scrobble their songs and also love/unlove a song from inside the app. Lagu is able to cache the scrobble when device is offline, and will scrobble the cached songs later when device is connected to internet.

According to Wikipedia, "Using a music recommender system called 'Audioscrobbler', Last.fm builds a detailed profile of each user's musical taste by recording details of the songs the user listens to, either from Internet radio stations, or the user's computer or many portable music devices. This information is transferred ('scrobbled') to Last.fm's database... via a plugin installed into the user's music player. The data is then displayed on the user's profile page and also compiled to create reference pages for individual artists. By April 2011 Last.fm reported more than 50 billion scrobbles." The service also offers music downloads and social networking.

The app's Songs Downloader allows users to easily download many free songs from Last.fm, iTunes, and other sources. Downloaded songs are seamlessly integrated into the listener's library. Lagu offers 22 high-quality EQ settings, including: Acoustic, Bass Booster, Bass Reducer, Classical, Dance, Deep, Electronic, Flat, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Latin, Loudness, Lounge, Piano, Pop, R&B, Rock, Small Speakers, Spoken Word, Treble Booster, Treble Reducer, and Vocal Booster. Having selected any EQ setting for a song, the app automatically remembers that setting each time the song is played.

The app also lets users look up the lyrics to any song via built-in integration of links to a variety of lyric services. Song Recommendations can be quickly accessed via the iTunes Store, the largest online music store in the world. In response to overwhelming user requests, the new version of Lagu includes Gapless Playback, allowing listeners to eliminate gaps between songs.

"I developed Lagu (formerly Music+) because I couldn't find an iOS app that included a smoothly functioning Queue feature, so I decided to develop my own," commented Indie developer Fedry Kemilau. "This Queue Management during playback is my favorite feature, and it was inspired by Winamp for Windows."

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5, iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th generation), and iPad
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* 4.9 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Lagu (formerly Music+) 2.1 is free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Music category. A Premium version of the app that allows more than five songs to be queued is available as an in-app purchase for $1.99 (USD).

Lagu 2.1: http://musicpl.us
Download from iTunes : https://itunes.apple.com/app/lagu-formerly-music+/id462782680
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C7VAy1Cxuk
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Based in Medan, Indonesia, Indie developer Fedry Kemilau has focused on creating apps since 2011. He believes in making apps that are useful. He only develops an app when he thinks there is no suitable one available out there. Copyright (C) 2011-2013 Fedry Kemilau. 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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Indonesia
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Brickout Zero Gravity is available at the Apple App Store - Published on 03/05/13

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Independent developer, Abel Vincze today introduces Brickout Zero Gravity 1.0, his new brick breaking game for iOS devices. Inspired by Arkanoid, Breakout, and Krakout, Brickout Zero Gravity drops you in a gorgeous world of shiny objects and realistic physics. By maneuvering a paddle you can bounce a ball back and forth, destroying bricks and uncovering power-ups with each hit. Featuring 50 multiplayer levels with 12 different enemies and 12 power-ups, Brickout Zero Gravity is sure to please.

Budapest, Hungary - Remember when Breakout was new and exciting? Abel Vincze does, and with today's release of Brickout Zero Gravity for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, it's time to remake that feeling in vivid, gravity-defying detail. Brickout Zero Gravity pulls the old block-busting genre out of its static slumber and drops you in a gorgeous world of shiny objects and realistic physics.

Groups of bricks float freely at the top of the screen, begging to be destroyed. By maneuvering a paddle you can bounce a ball back and forth, destroying bricks and uncovering power-ups with each hit. If you manage to clear the screen you'll move on to the next level, just be ready to encounter some frighteningly intelligent enemies as you progress!

Features:
* Gameplay inspired by Arkanoid, Breakout, and Krakout
* 100 single player levels with unlockable bonus stages
* 50 multiplayer levels (iPad only)
* 12 different enemies that get progressively stronger, faster, and smarter
* 12 power-ups to unleash such as multiball, exploding blocks, and a laser shot
* Realistic physics that allow objects to float, collide, and bounce
* Tilting paddle offers extremely precise controls
* Three levels of difficulty
* Shot guidance feature to eliminate tiresome "one block left" situations
* Monochrome mode (every bit as retro-cool as it sounds!)
* Soundtrack by Mark Beke with the option to load and listen to your own music
* Score sharing via Twitter and Facebook
* Game Center leaderboards and local high scores
* Runs at 60 FPS for super smooth gameplay

With realistic physics, elegant retro-style artwork, and detailed, responsive controls, Brickout Zero Gravity will keep your fingers busy and your screen thoroughly smudged!

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (4/5 gen) and iPad (2/3/4 gen and Mini)
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* Universal Application
* 25.9 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Brickout Zero Gravity 1.0 is $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. Note that multiplayer content is available only on iPad devices.

Brickout Zero Gravity 1.0: http://brickoutzerogravity.com
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/brickout-zero-gravity/id556544550
YouTube Video (Trailer): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMXIe5Pn-gs
YouTube Video (Gameplay): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSlE5HBdieE
Media Assets: http://brickoutzerogravity.com/presskit

Located in Budapest, Hungary, Abel Vincze is an independent developer who founded Iparigrafika Ltd, whose original focus was on graphic design, web-design, web programming with drawing and programming Abel's passion since he was a kid. Today, the indie developer feels it is the greatest opportunity of his life. Copyright (C) 2013 Abel Vincze. 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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Hungary
abel@brickoutzerogravity.com

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You can get Full Calendar on Notification Center - Published on 03/05/13

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Indie developer Mayami Amayim and founder of Crazy Interactive, is proud to introduce STCalendar 1.0 for iOS. Anyone can now get the full calendar on Notification Center without jailbreaking and it is so easy. The user can be notified of those header or calendar events everyday at the usual fixed time. At the time of the notification, the calendar is displayed in two-column. Anyone can check the full calendar from Notification Center at anytime.

Tokyo, Japan - Crazy Interactive is proud to introduce STCalendar 1.0 for iOS. Anyone can get the full calendar on the Notification Center without jailbreak, and it is so easy! The user can be notified of those header or calendar events everyday at the usual fixed time. The calendar at the time of the notice will displayed in two-columns.

STCalendar is an app to notify you of the simple monthly calendar to the Notification Center of iOS. So, everyone can check full calendar from the Notification Center even if there isn't any reason for and even at anytime.

How to use:
* Set Reminder by "Set Reminder" and "Set" of STCalendar
* Notifications setting on iOS "Show" set "1 Recent item"

In addition, this app have the following special functions:
* Notifying of those header or calendar everyday at the usual fixed time
- Enabled to select "Header and full calendar" or "Header only"
* Setting the URL scheme of the notice optionally
- Enabled to set behavior that tapped calendar of Notification Center
* Editing header part of the calendar freely
- Enabled to select "text" or "date"

The calendar at the time of the notice is displayed in two-column and very simple. But, this application is very convenient, and I believe that it will make people happy.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5, iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th generation), and iPad
* iOS 5.0 or later
* 1.2 MB

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

STCalendar 1.0: http://crazyinteractive.blogspot.com/
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/stcalendar/id602059947
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Located in Tokyo, Japan, Crazy Interactive was founded by Mayami Amayim. He is a student doing engineering department, the information systems in rural areas. He likes making things for cameras, electronics and he has created an iOS app. Copyright (C) 2013 Crazy Interactive. 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. Other trademarks and registered trademarks may be the property of their respective owners.

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Japan
kokokokopanda@gmail.com

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Have a Smart Day! - See the Forest and the Trees With This New iBook - Published on 03/05/13

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Left Coast Logic announced the publication of Have A Smart Day!, an interactive guide to organizing your life smartly, one day at a time. Author Michael Jardine employs instructive videos, slideshows, and pop-out graphics to illustrate how to gain control of each day while understanding 'how it all fits' into the bigger picture. The company's free browser-based organizer, mySmartDay.com, automates the process.

Seattle, Washington - Left Coast Logic announced the publication of Have A Smart Day!, an interactive guide to organizing your life smartly, one day at a time. Author Michael Jardine employs instructive videos, slideshows, and pop-out graphics to illustrate how to gain control of each day while understanding 'how it all fits' into the bigger picture. The company's free browser-based organizer, mySmartDay.com, automates the process.

Have A Smart Day! introduces the concept of an integrated calendar that shows not only events, but also the tasks that can fit into your day. By seeing everything in one consolidated view, you can increase your productivity while gaining peace of mind.

"It all started in 2008 with the launch of SmartTime for iPhone," says Jardine, "That app now has over one million downloads. It is popular because it integrates tasks into the free time between your events, so you can see exactly what you can accomplish each day. Now, SmartDay takes that one step further by integrating Notes and Projects into the equation, so you can see the forest as well as the trees."

The book includes chapters that explain Jardine's philosophies on the integrated calendar, the smart task list, on the importance of connecting notes, and on effectively managing projects. He also provides tips for effective time management based on what type of person you are.

Have A Smart Day! was produced using Apple's free iBook Author software, which is designed for creating interactive textbooks and visual guides. "We thought iBook Author would be the ideal platform for explaining our philosophy on productivity in a fun and easy way, now that we have a free web-based organizer that anyone can use," says co-founder James Reynolds.

Have A Smart Day! is available for download on iPad. The company's free browser-based organizer, mySmartDay.com, also syncs with companion SmartDay apps for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Have A Smart Day! 1.0: http://www.leftcoastlogic.com/blog/our-new-ibook-have-a-smart-day/
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/book/have-a-smart-day!/id591372303
Video Clip: http://s797.beta.photobucket.com/user/leftcoastlogic/media/Have%20A%20Smart%20Day/SmartTimeLogic_zps8a6a8499.mp4.html
Chapter Screen Shots: http://s797.beta.photobucket.com/user/leftcoastlogic/library/Have%20A%20Smart%20Day
Cover Screenshot: http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy252/leftcoastlogic/Have%20A%20Smart%20Day/Cover_landscape1_zps31e71a36.jpg

Located in Seattle, Washington, Left Coast Logic designs, develops, and distributes productivity apps for mobile devices, computers and the web. They have top-selling apps in the Productivity, Business, Music and Entertainment sections of the iTunes App Store. Copyright (C) 2013 Left Coast Logic. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iTunes, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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United States
michael@leftcoastlogic.com

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Braids - Best braiding lessons on your iPhone - Published on 03/05/13

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PixelOxygen today introduces Braids 1.0, their new braiding tutorial app developed for iOS devices. Featuring clear, step-by-step instructions with illustrated text descriptions for each step, Braids can help anyone learn all of the most popular braids. Each step adds even more clarity in the process. In addition to the braiding lessons you can also take photos of your braids without leaving the app, arrange them nicely in the gallery and share with friends at Facebook, Twitter or via e-mail.

Rostov-on-Don, Russian Federation - PixelOxygen today is proud to announce the release of Braids 1.0, their new braiding tutorial app developed for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Featuring clear, step-by-step instructions with illustrated text descriptions for each step, Braids can help anyone learn all of the most popular braids. Each step adds even more clarity in the process. In addition to the braiding lessons you can also take photos of your braids without leaving the app, arrange them nicely in the gallery and share with friends at Facebook, Twitter or via e-mail.

"When making this application our target was to fill the gap in the Apple AppStore which is missing a lot of handy applications for women." said Kirill Muzykov, owner of PixelOxygen. "We've reviewed existing braiding lessons and found them too complicated and badly illustrated. Using hair photos is not very good since they are all in one color and you don't actually see separate locks of hair. Our designer, who tried braiding each of this brad on a special head model, draws all instructions in a great understandable schematic graphic. We hope that our application will be useful and you will like it. Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. There is a button on the app about screen which you can use to send e-mail directly to us."

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch and iPad
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* Size: 9.1 MB

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

Braids 1.0: http://braids.pixeloxygen.com/
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/braids/id608380559
Screenshot 1: http://braids.pixeloxygen.com/files/screens_en/1.png
Screenshot 2: http://braids.pixeloxygen.com/files/screens_en/2.png
Screenshot 3: http://braids.pixeloxygen.com/files/screens_en/3.png
Press Kit (zip): http://braids.pixeloxygen.com/files/braids_presskit_english.zip

Headquartered in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, PixelOxygen is a mobile development company, specializing in development of applications and games for the iOS platform. Copyright (C) 2013 PixelOxygen. 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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+79612743764
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kirill@pixeloxygen.com

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A New Day is Dawning: Roaming Fortress Adds Rage Campaign Expansion - Published on 03/05/13

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Continue your journey with the Manatalopian Knights of Roaming Fortress as they discover the mythical Road of Anak and experience the monstrous power of a fierce and aggressive magic at work. Brisk Mobile/YETi CGI today announced the new Rage Campaign Expansion is now available on iTunes and soon to be released for Google Play. Recently awarded 'Honorable Mention' in the GDC Play 2013 'Best in Play' Showcase, the iPhone and Android Phone versions are coming end of March!

Mississauga, Canada - Continue your journey with the Manatalopian Knights of Roaming Fortress as they discover the mythical Road of Anak and experience the monstrous power of a fierce and aggressive magic at work. Brisk Mobile/YETi CGI today announced the new Rage Campaign Expansion is now available in iTunes and soon to be released for Google Play. Recently awarded 'Honorable Mention' in the GDC Play 2013 'Best in Play' Showcase, the iPhone and Android Phone versions of Roaming Fortress are coming end of March!

The Background:
Indie game publishers Brisk Mobile and developers YETi CGI joined forces for the launch of Roaming Fortress: a new genre-bending approach to tower defense. Chosen 'New & Noteworthy' by Apple in over 10 countries, and with over 250,000 downloads in just 5 weeks (on current-gen iPads only), Roaming Fortress is a dynamic new mix of action, strategy and defensive games that pushes the boundaries of mobile gaming. Bring the fight to your foes as you journey across the battlegrounds of the Sirenian Desert on the back of the lumbering Burdenbeast, crushing the menacing Goblin Horde and carrying your fortress to victory.

The Features:
* Visually stunning graphics on iPad 2 and iPad Mini
* Full Retina graphics on 3rd & 4th Generation iPad for a breathtaking experience
* Game created using Adobe Air 3.5, Wacom & Luxology
* Test your resolve while facing wave after wave of unique enemies
* Perfect your strategy with interchangeable fortresses that allow for numerous unique squad configurations
* Unique combat system using over 50 squads
* Over 75 levels of game-play
* Rage, Cinder and other types of magic abilities

The Rage Campaign:
* The Road of Anak Map - 16 levels
* All new enemy types and behaviors
* 4 Bonus Levels
* 31 New squads
* 8 Fortresses

On the horizon, a new day is dawning. Fleeing goblins disappear among the trees as the Manatalopian Knights drive the last of the Horde into the Eutherian Wilderness, the magical and mysterious lands that border Manatalopia to the East and separate it from the Hordelands. The Roaming Fortress was successful. The Knights have reclaimed the Kingdom of Manatalopia. At long last, the Manatalopians are home. Life can finally return to normal.

As the Manatalopians begin to rebuild their lives, spirits are high. Yet, as they are reminded daily of the decimation and exile of their people, the Manatalopians' high spirits quickly turn to thoughts of vengeance. Questions arise. How did the Horde cross the magical wilderness that separated their lands from Manatalopia? How can they be stopped from coming back? The Knights set out to answer such questions. What they find was thought to only exist in fairy tales to scare Manatalopian children - the mythical Road of Anak, a secret Horde route cutting through the Eutherian Wilderness and connecting Manatalopia to the Hordelands.

In an effort to prevent further attacks, the Knights plan to gain control of the Road of Anak. Confident that an attacking fortress is far superior to a defended tower or a powerful infantry, the Knights move their Roaming Fortresses against the Horde on an unfamiliar battleground. The Road of Anak, however, holds more secrets than the Knights first expected. There are signs of a new aggressive magic at work, which the Knights have taken to calling "Rage" for the way it quickly escalates the anger and aggression of a goblin under its power. The Knights will come to realize that learning this magic - both how to harness it and how to fight against it - will be key to the campaign's success. The battle rages on...

About YETiCGI:
Founded in 2010, YETi CGI, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a leading developer of mobile games. Lead by Cory Heald (Creative Lead), Joshua Freeney (Technology Lead), and Ward Makielski (Design Lead), YETi specializes in original content that features rich graphics and killer UX/UI experiences.

Coming End of March:
* iPhone/iPod and Android Phone versions of Roaming Fortress

Device Requirements:
* Compatible with iPad 2 and higher
* Android Tablets with at least 512MB of Ram. 1GB Recommended
* 125 MB of Free Space

Pricing and Availability:
Roaming Fortress 1.2 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. It is also available for Android on Google Play. Brisk Mobile's other games include Medieval, Medieval HD, Black Water, Drake's Tower, and Battle for Cydonia.

Brisk Mobile: http://www.briskmobile.com/
YETi CGI: http://www.yeticgi.com/
Roaming Fortress 1.20: http://roamingfortress.com/
Download From iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id583487676
Screenshot (Rage Campaign - Gorehorns): http://roamingfortress.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Rage_Gorehorns1.jpg
Screenshot (Rage Campaign - Clobberkings): http://roamingfortress.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/RF_Feb2013_ClobberkingBanner.png

Headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, Brisk Mobile Inc. is a privately held corporation founded in 2008 by Gary Toste. Leveraging their longtime experience in both game and application development, Brisk Mobile was founded for the purpose of publishing unique, yet compelling games for the iPhone platform, with a major emphasis on total customer satisfaction. Many of their games remain in top ranking on the App Store today. Copyright (C) 2008-2013 Brisk Mobile Inc. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Media Contact
Canada
bquinn@briskmobile.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Brisk-Mobile-Inc/62351919976
LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/company/1528981
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Essay Writing App Makes Organizing Papers Fast and Simple - Published on 03/05/13

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End the frustration of writing essays with Essay Writing Workstation 2.1 for iPad and iPhone. High school and colleges have increased writing requirements and students are learning they have to write well to get good grades. Niles Technology apps are the solution for students to end writer's block and writing organizational issues. Designed to work with any curriculum, schools and parents save time and money in helping students develop excellent writing skills with Niles Technology apps.

Charlottesville, Virginia - End the frustration of writing essays with Essay Writing Workstation 2.1 for iPad and iPhone. High school and colleges have increased writing requirements and students are learning they have to write well to get good grades. Niles Technology apps are the solution for students to end writer's block and writing organizational issues. Designed to work with any curriculum, schools and parents save time and money in helping students develop excellent writing skills with Niles Technology apps.

There are few things more time-consuming than struggling to write an essay for school. Sometimes just getting started is difficult to near impossible. It does not have it be that way, and Niles Technology apps are the solution to make writing easier. With prompts that stimulate creative thinking and idea development, Essay Writing Workstation 2.1 is unique in how it approaches writing. The app recognizes writing is about sharp critical thinking and proper logic construction and gives students the specific instructional guidance required. The result is no more writer's block and a more enjoyable writing experience.

Parents, teachers and schools are discovering the efficacy of Niles Technology apps. Each month, school volume purchases of the apps increase, which indicates that the use of mobile technology in schools is becoming more commonplace. Parents are also catching on because Essay Workstation 2.1 is the No. 1 gifted app in the Niles inventory. Middle School Writing 1.0 and High School Writing 3.0 are virtually tied as solid No. 2 bestsellers, with both parents and schools purchasing the apps.

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

Pricing and Availability:
Essay Writing Workstation 2.1 is $24.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Education category.

Essay Writing Workstation 2.1: http://www.essaywritingwizard.com/essayworkstation.html
Purchase and Download : http://itunes.apple.com/app/essay-writing-workstation/id427244910
Screenshot: http://a155.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/112/Purple/2a/c3/ea/mzl.rrbltrzx.480x480-75.jpg
App Icon: http://a4.mzstatic.com/us/r1000/101/Purple/21/de/ea/mzl.wsqvqyfk.175x175-75.jpg

Niles Technology Group was founded in 2007 to develop software for emerging technologies and is developing a series of mobile computing applications dedicated to teaching superior writing and logical thinking skills. With its experience in the technology and content required to develop full-featured products for students, Niles Technology Group is a leading app publisher, and the Essay Czar, Achievers Writing Center and Essay Writing Wizard apps have sold successfully worldwide. The key to Niles Technology Group's success is specificity. Each app is specific to the writing task at hand. Michael A. Niles, the founder, was formerly, for eight years, the President and CEO of The Right Education, Inc. (TRE), a web-based educational technology company that developed The Learning Accelerator. Copyright (C) 2007-2013 Niles Technology Group. 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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Auryn Plays Dress Up with Release of Mary Engelbreit Paper Doll App - Published on 03/05/13

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Auryn, Inc., the most award-winning digital publisher of children's storybook apps, and Mary Engelbreit, world-renowned artist and graphic illustrator, announce the release of Breitville 1.0.3, a paper doll dress up and play app for the digital age. Classic paper dolls are back in digital form in Breitville, a virtual town, where hours of fun await youngsters and reminiscent adults who want to play dress up with paper dolls, decorate doll houses and record their own TV show, on the iPad.

Los Angeles, California - Auryn, Inc., the most award-winning digital publisher of children's storybook apps, and Mary Engelbreit, world-renowned artist and graphic illustrator, announce the release of Breitville 1.0.3, a paper doll dress up and play app for the digital age. Classic paper dolls are back in digital form in Breitville, a virtual town, where hours of fun await youngsters and reminiscent adults who want to play dress up with paper dolls, decorate doll houses and record their own TV show, all in digital form on the iPad.

For decades, Mary Engelbreit has delighted fans around the world with her artwork - in particular, her beautiful depictions of children and of life from a simpler time. Now, award-winning app developer Auryn has worked with Mary to transform the classic game of dressing up paper dolls into a fun and interactive app that brings the dolls to life, even allowing users to ask them questions and record "shows" with them.

Feature Highlights:
* Five dolls with mix-n-match outfits are included: two girls, two boys, and a baby.
* Interactivity - Ask the dolls a question, or tell them that you love them: they'll respond!
* Show-time - Turn your dolls into stars: the "TV studio" lets you record videos of the dolls as you move & voice them (Like a puppet-show, but with the dolls. Great for inspiring creativity! Invent your own dialog & plot-lines!)
* Customize the decor with hundreds of items to choose from! You can decorate up to three houses (each house has three rooms and a garden), a park, and the beach! From the wallpaper in the kitchen, to the white-picket fence in the garden, to the sofa in the living room, you can customize the entire home in classic Engelbreit style.

About Mary Engelbreit Studios:
Founded in 1983, Mary Engelbreit Studios is an art, licensing studio based in St. Louis, Missouri. Mary Engelbreit is the artist and CEO of the Studios and known for her distinctive illustration style, imbued with spirit, wit and nostalgic warmth. The Studios licenses with dozens of manufacturers to reproduce Mary Engelbreit's original designs on gift and home decor products including calendars, greeting cards, books, best-selling children's books, stationery, fabric, crafts, kitchen accessories, dinnerware and other gifts and home accents.

Device Requirements:
* Requires iPad with iOS 5.0 or later
* 158 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Breitville 1.0.3 is $3.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Auryn: http://auryn.tv/
Mary Engelbreit Studios : http://www.maryengelbreit.com/
Breitville 1.0.3: https://itunes.apple.com/app/mary-engelbreits-doll-dress/id561575970
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Founded by Academy award-winning visual effects experts from Hollywood's top movie studios, Auryn Inc. is the most award-winning digital publisher of storybook and creative apps for the iPad, iPhone, Android and other tablet devices. Uniting leading technologists and creative artists, Auryn's patented technology enables the company to produce ground-breaking interactive content for the new emerging tablet medium. Recognized by the Producers Guild of America and Variety magazine as the Digital 25 top innovator in Emerging Media and winner of more app awards than any other digital publisher, Auryn is paving the way in digital publishing and fast-becoming the leader in children's storybook apps. Copyright (C) 2012 Auryn Inc. 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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805-241-2532
United States
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Bundleecious - 5 Mac Apps and a 3 Month License of Backblaze at 90% Off - Published on 03/05/13

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Bundleecious today announces its first 2013 bundle, including 5 Premium Mac Apps and a 3 Month License of Backblaze. For a very limited time, anyone can grab its full license of MacPilot, Speedy, Clipbuddy and CollageFactory Pro for Mac at 90% off. Anyone can tweet to get a full Free license of Ondesoft Audio Recorder and the first 1,000 customers will also get a 3 Month License of online backup system Backblaze. Bundleecious is still the Cheapest Mac Apps Bundle in Town.

Foligno, Italy - Bundleecious' first 2013 Bundle includes 5 amazing Apps for your Mac and a 3 Month License of online backup system Backblaze for all the first 1,000 customers (Total Value: $140.00 USD - Bundleecious Price: $9.99 USD).

What's included:
* Backblaze 3 Month License ($15) - only for the first 1,000 customers: Backblaze backs up everything on your computer, continuously and securely. You can restore your data at anytime by downloading a zip file or having a USB hard drive sent.

* MacPilot from Koingo Software ($20): Easily enable and disable hidden features in Mac OS X, optimize and repair your system, and perform numerous routine maintenance operations with the click of a button!

* Speedy from Apimac ($15): Speedy is a powerful utility that brings you the power to quickly launch everything you need for your everyday work as documents, folders, apps, sites and AppleScript workflows.

* Clipbuddy from Ondesoft ($30): ClipBuddy is the ultimate Clipboard Extender on Mac OS that records everything you cut or copy to the Mac Clipboard, and provides multiple ways to view, edit and paste them to any app.

* CollageFactory Pro from Softease ($30): CollageFactory Pro is a powerful combination of photo collage maker and greeting card creator. You can make photo collage and holiday e-greeting card effortlessly.

* Audio Recorder from Ondesoft ($30) - Free For Anyone: Ondesoft Audio Recorder is a powerful and easy-to-use Mac audio recording software, with it, you can capture and record audio from any application on Mac and save to any audio file formats.

Pricing and Availability:
Any Mac user can get all these apps for only $9.99 from the Bundleecious website. Bundleecious Bundle is a very limited time offer that will expire on 17th of March.

Bundleecious: http://www.bundleecious.com
Ondesoft Audio Recorder Giveaway: http://bundleecious.com/giveaway.html

Launched on May 2010, Bundleecious is quickly become one of the most reliable bundle of apps for Mac. Proudly created by two italian guys, Gabriele Contilli and Riccardo Caprai, Bundleecious is an indie bundle which aims to present innovative offers for all Mac-users. With thousands of customers all around the world, Bundleecious is one of the best way to buy applications for Mac. Copyright (C) 2010-2013 Bundleecious. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo and OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are property of their holders.

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348 3684655
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Crosswords :-) Features Hundreds of Challenging Crossword Puzzles - Published on 03/05/13

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Enjoy hundreds of high-quality, challenging crossword puzzles anytime and anywhere. Compatible with iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, Crosswords :-) 1.1 from Devarai offers a range of enhanced features, including one-click toggling between across and down clues, helpful hints on-demand, high scores, and more. With the ability to pinch to zoom in and zoom out, puzzles can be viewed in either landscape or portrait mode, and the device's keyboard hides away so that puzzles take up the entire screen.

Cupertino, California - People of all ages around the world who can't get enough clues, letters and words to satisfy their crossword puzzle addiction, can now download the feature-filled new app Crosswords :-) and enjoy hundreds of high-quality, challenging crossword puzzles anytime and anywhere. Designed by Devarai, Crosswords :-) features puzzles in three languages - English, German and Spanish - and offers users a variety of extras, including:

* A new no-cost, high quality puzzle each week
* Easy "one-click" toggling between across clues and down clues
* Automatic jump to the next clue when a word is finished
* The option to write via pen or pencil - depending on skill and confidence
* The option to skip filled-out squares
* Errors that immediately show up in red
* High scores to track progress and improvement
* Helpful hints on-demand

Plus, Crosswords :-) can be viewed in either landscape or portrait mode, and the device's keyboard hides away so that puzzles take up the entire screen. Users can also pinch puzzles to zoom in and zoom out.

"Crossword puzzle lovers know that it's more than a hobby, it's an addiction!" commented Henning Dierolf of Devarai. "And that's why so much time and effort has gone into creating the app. It's easy to use, lots of fun, and contains hundreds of high-quality puzzles. Plus, crossword puzzles are great learning tools, and help build vocabulary and concentration skills. So that means people will have fun while they learn, which is always the best way!"

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 4, 4S, 5, iPod touch
* iPad 2 Wi-Fi, iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G, iPad, iPad Wi-Fi + 4G, iPad, iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular
* iPad mini and iPad mini Wi-Fi + Cellular
* Requires iOS 6.0 or later
* Size: 32.1 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Crosswords :-) 1.1 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. A fee-based Pro version, which includes more unlocked puzzles, is also available.

Crosswords :-) 1.1: http://www.appshout.com/apps/crosswords/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/crosswords/id590261677
YouTube Video (Demo): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbTSFegA0zA
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Tue Mar 5, 2013 6:01 am (PST) . Posted by:

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rubiTrack 3.1 - GPS Enabled Fitness Tracking for the Mac - Published on 03/05/13

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Shiftoption Software today announces rubiTrack 3.1. for OS X, an update to its app that provides an activity tracking and exercise journal for running, cycling, swimming, hiking, lifting weights, or doing yoga. It supports most GPS enabled fitness devices including iPhone, and displays at a glance: distance, duration, speed, pace, ascent, power, heart rate, calories, laps, equipment, sport, weather, track, and street maps. rubiTrack features extensive analysis, comparison charts, and statistics.

Rohr im Bgld, Austria - Shiftoption Software today is pleased to announce rubiTrack 3.1. for Mac OS X, an update to its industry-leading fitness and training analysis software for the Mac. rubiTrack displays, analyzes, and organizes data from endurance sports like running, cycling, walking, and hiking, as well as indoor activities like weight lifting, strength training, yoga, and Pilates. The app reads tracks from most GPS enabled fitness devices (e.g., Garmin, Suunto, Polar, Motorola, Amod, etc.) including iPhone (requires rubiTrack for iPhone app), and it displays at a glance: distance, duration, speed, pace, ascent, power, heart rate, calories, laps, equipment, sport, weather, track, and street maps. Exploiting Apple's latest technologies including Core Animation, rubiTrack's color graphics & animation provide extensive analysis, comparison charts, calendars, maps, logs, and statistics.

Feature Highlights:
* Activity collection with instant track preview
* Continuous calendar with weekly, monthly, and mini display
* Direct sync with GPS Enabled devices and support for import of a variety of file formats
* Interactive maps and charts with instant statistics
* Smart groups and searching
* Activity comparison
* Uses GPS, heart rate, cadence, and power data
* Export for track sharing and uploading
* Publishing for putting activities in blogs or online
* Athlete Log for monitoring fitness and health data
* Workout summary for daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly statistics
* Training analysis
* Reads most file formats that contain fitness related data or GPS tracks, including GPX and TCX
* Share activities on Facebook and Twitter

rubiTrack reads most file formats that contain fitness related data or GPS tracks, including: GPX, TCX, FIT, Sporttracks FITLOG, Sporttracks LOGBOOK, Nike+iPod XML, NMEA GPS Log, Polar HRM, Suunto SDF/XML, Trainingpeaks/Peaksware PWX, and MotoACTV CSV formats.

The rubiTrack 3.1 activity chart shows diagrams of data such as speed, pace, heart rate, elevation, and many other values. The layout is freely configurable, and users can split the chart up into multiple areas or have curves stacked. Exciting rubiTrack 3 enhancements include: continuous 10x zoom, multi-selection of curve parts, 2-way synchronization with the map, and comparison of multiple activities in any curve type. It also supports new curves like best segments and pie charts for zones distribution.

The health & fitness application comes with a completely rewritten map component. The new rubiTrack Terrain map is based on OpenStreetMap data and has been developed from the ground up to provide users with an ideal mapping experience of their outdoor activities. Additionally, rubiTrack supports OpenStreetMap maps, OpenCycleMap, and MapQuest maps.

New in this Version:
* Cloud syncing with RunKeeper and Garmin Connect
* Adds sync support for the o_synce navi2coach
* Adds a today button in the calendar
* Better fit on small screens
* Number of zones can be adjusted from 3 to 10
* Reads barometric elevation profile from supported devices

rubiTrack tracks training achievements and best marks over time. It comes with features that help athletes optimize their training plans by keeping track of long-term and short-term training stress and the stress balance. rubiTrack automatically calculates necessary performance measures like intensity factor and training stress level.

The Dashboard, which is a new feature in rubiTrack 3, provides a quick way to monitor training progress. It quickly answers questions like, "What was my total distance in the last 5 weeks, and how much more was it compared to the previous 5 weeks?" It displays a visual comparison between performance in one time frame and performance in the preceding time frame.

The application allows easy planning of events using the integrated calendar. Users can also monitor weight, fitness, and health status using the athlete log. The athlete log also syncs with popular WiFi enabled scales like Withings and FitBit. rubiTrack keeps track of equipment usage and tracks total mileage, total duration, and usage count with automatic maintenance notifications. This feature can be used to receive notifications, such as when a running shoe needs to be replaced after a certain mileage.

"rubiTrack is a stunningly beautiful and powerful tool," said Markus Spoettl, lead developer and CEO of Shiftoption software. "It is more feature rich than any other tool in its segment out there, be it native app or online service. The new cutting edge user interface, which heavily uses technologies like Core Animation, makes rubiTrack stand out in the entire Mac OS X app universe. The number of new features in rubiTrack is truly mind-blowing. It is a must have for all sports, outdoor, and exercise enthusiasts."

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

System Requirements:
* OS X 10.7 or later
* 64-bit processor
* 7.3 MB

Pricing and Availability:
rubiTrack 3.1 for Mac OS X is $39.99 (USD) and available worldwide through the Shiftoption Software website or in the Health & Fitness category of the Mac App Store. rubiTrack Recorder, rubiTrack for iPhone and rubiTrack Touch are free and all available through the iTunes App Store. Customers who purchased rubiTrack 2 from the Shiftoption Store are entitled to a 50% upgrade discount when purchasing a license for rubiTrack 3. Review copies are available on request.

rubiTrack 3.1: http://www.rubitrack.com/
Download (Mac): http://www.rubitrack.com/files/rubiTrack-3.1.dmg
Purchase (Mac): https://secure.avangate.com/order/checkout.php?PRODS=3405858&QTY=1&CART=1&LANG=en
Download (iPhone): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rubitrack/id299549954?mt=8
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Based in Rohr im Burgenland, Austria, Shiftoption Software was founded by Markus Spoettl and Michaela Pradler in 2008. Their focus is sports and fitness oriented software for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts for the Mac and iOS. Copyright (C) 2008-2013 Shiftoption Software. 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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