3/21/2013

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Thu Mar 21, 2013 3:00 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Funky Visions releases Buttermilk - The Bouncing Baby Goat for iOS - Published on 03/21/13

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Funky Visions today introduces Buttermilk - The Bouncing Baby Goat 1.0 for iOS. The game is based on the goat Buttermilk Sky, an Internet sensation that has been seen by over 8 million viewers on YouTube. You control Buttermilk as she runs around the farm jumping over goats and eating oats. Designed for both kids and parents alike, the game offers lots of bright colors and funky sounds will keep you and your kids entertained for hours of fun. Compete against your friends on Game Center as well.

Dublin, Ohio - Funky Visions today is proud to announce the release of Buttermilk - The Bouncing Baby Goat for iOS. The game is based on the goat Buttermilk Sky, an Internet sensation that has been seen by over 8 million viewers on YouTube. She's also made appearances on both the Ellen Show and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. And now she has her own video game!

You control Buttermilk as she runs around the farm jumping over goats and eating oats. You can even jump on top of another goat and propel her high into the sky, just like in the video! But make sure you don't run into her siblings or forget to eat, otherwise she'll get tired and fall asleep. Don't worry! You can always wake her up and play again.

Lots of bright colors and funky sounds will keep you and your kids entertained for hours of fun! Compete against your friends on Game Center and see who can get the highest score or go the farthest distance. You can even watch the original YouTube video that started it all, right from within the game.

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

Pricing and Availability:
Buttermilk - The Bouncing Baby Goat 1.0 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. So, download Buttermilk - The Bouncing Baby Goat now and get set to have lots of fun with your family and friends!

Funky Visions: http://www.funkyvisions.com
Buttermilk - The Bouncing Baby Goat 1.0: http://www.funkyvisions.com/index.html
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/buttermilk-bouncing-baby-goat/id611875939
Screenshots: http://www.funkyvisions.com/pics_buttermilk.html
App Icon: http://www.funkyvisions.com/index_files/buttermilk.png

Funky Visions was created in January 2009 with the intent to develop fun and creative applications for the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Funky Visions goal is to continue to provide fun apps at a low price that have replay value. We put the Fun in Funky! Copyright (C) 2009-2013 Funky Visions. 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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Doug Davies
Media Contact
United States
doug@funkyvisions.com

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Cats in Black 1.0 for iOS: Fiendishly Clever Sliding Puzzle Appears Easy - Published on 03/21/13

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Wimlog debuts Cats in Black 1.0 for iOS, its sliding puzzle game, where players move one or more cats within an 8x11 grid with the goal of capturing an egg. They need to plan several moves ahead, while following the simple rules of the game: a cat must always alternate between horizontal and vertical moves. Players must visualize a series of moves to capture the egg, use obstacles to their advantage, strategically relocate movable objects, and avoid landing on corner squares that cage the cat.

Hong Kong, Hong Kong - Wimlog today is pleased to introduce Cats in Black 1.0 for iOS, its fiendishly clever, sliding puzzle game, where players move one or more cats within an 8x11 grid with the goal of capturing an egg. Gamers need to plan several moves ahead, while following the simple rules of the game: a cat must always alternate between horizontal and vertical moves. To win, players must visualize a series of up/down and left/right moves to capture the egg, use obstacles to their advantage, strategically relocate movable objects, and avoid landing on corner squares that drop a cage on the cat.

Cats in Black is played within an 8x11 grid of 88 squares and there are one, two, or three eggs, depending on the presence of one, two, or three cats. Obstacles occupy one square each and puzzles may have from 10 - 25 obstacles. Some puzzles may include a movable object that occupies a single square. Eggs and obstacles are immovable, while cats and movable objects are not. Cats cannot move through obstacles.

Cats in Black includes 36 puzzles in three Levels from Easy to Medium to Hard. Each puzzle has a strategic theme, and if players replay a puzzle, whether by choice or not, the game automatically generates a completely different puzzle that may incorporate the same theme or one of three other themes.

Feature Highlights:
* Sliding puzzle game appears easy at first glance
* Move one or more cats per puzzle to capture the eggs
* All movement must alternate between horizontal and vertical directions
* Use obstacles to restrict movement and get closer to the egg
* Use movable objects to create an obstacle wherever it is needed
* Avoid becoming trapped in a corner, which drops a cage on the cat

Touching a cat at the start of a puzzle displays its range of movement (moving green arrows) horizontally, vertically, or both. After the first move, touching a cat continues to display its range of movement, which will be horizontal if its previous move was vertical and vertical if its previous move was horizontal. All moves are made as far as possible in the legal directions. In this way, when players touch a cat they see its complete range of movement, either N/S or E/W. Cats always have a choice between only two moves: as far up or down as possible; or as far left or right as possible.

With experience, players discover how to work backwards from capturing an egg to their current position. Puzzles have multiple solutions and this strategy often works. However, some players may need to start making moves to get a feeling for the challenges and traps contained within the puzzle.

"Cats in Black are going to steal all the eggs inside an ancient Egyptian pyramid!" stated Nelson Lee of Wimlog. "This is a most challenging game, truly designed for puzzle game lovers!"

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5, iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th generation), and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.0 or later
* 13.1 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Cats in Black 1.0 is $0.99 (USD), ad-free, and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. Review copies are available on request.

Cats in Black 1.0: http://www.wimlog.com/game/catsinblack.html
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/cats-in-black/id616118346
Screenshot 1 : http://www.wimlog.com/w2/iPhoneScreen0.png
Screenshot 2 : http://www.wimlog.com/w2/iPhoneScreen1.png
Screenshot 3 : http://www.wimlog.com/w2/iPhoneScreen3.png
App Icon : http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r1000/062/Purple2/v4/5c/f3/fe/5cf3fea9-accf-fda0-d59d-69d38f0bf597/mzl.ezgpymje.175x175-75.jpg

Based in Hong Kong, Wimlog was founded by Nelson Lee in 2009. Nelson is currently an independent software developer. Besides iPhone games/apps, he also works on Facebook apps, Android apps, and Flash games. Copyright (C) 2009-2013 Wimlog. 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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Nelson Lee
Founder
Hong Kong
support02@wimlog.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cats-in-Black/172480252875832?fref=ts

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Hit The Lights - Challenging Puzzle Solving Game for iPhone - Published on 03/21/13

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Hit The Lights by XPerienced is a new puzzle solving game for iPhone with a gameplay that reminds of and old, good "The Incredible Machine" series. Combined with a stunning, cartoon graphics, polished user experience and original music by famous guitar teacher Justin Sandercoe it guarantees a fun and challenging entertainment for many hours. The difficulty of levels is tailored in a way that helps players get used to game mechanics at first and difficulty of each next level graduates.

Warsaw, Poland - XPerienced today is proud to introduce Hit The Lights 1.0, a puzzle solving game with one simple goal of each level - to connect light emitters with corresponding receptors. This might sound easy at first, but later on the game gets more challenging as you will need to learn how to properly use available game pieces to achieve each level's goal. A mirror is the main piece in your toolbox, but there are more like splitters, prisms and color filters that will help you mix and match the colors of emitters with correct receptors.

The difficulty of levels is tailored in a way that helps players get used to game mechanics at first, and a difficulty of each next level graduates well making a gameplay challenging and entertaining as well. With a help of Albertino, a friendly physicist and a main character of a game that introduces every new aspect of a gameplay, you can earn more points and graduate to next stages - from Schoolboy to PhD.

Features:
* 80 challenging levels (more to come in future updates)
* Stunning 2D cartoon graphics & animation
* Original music by Justin Sandercoe
* Highly polished gameplay
* Game Center enabled
* Achievements
* Online leaderboards
* In-game tutorial

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS or later
* iPod touch 3rd generation or later
* iOS 4.3 or later
* 15.7 MB of available storage
* Optimized for iPhone 5

Pricing and Availability:
Hit The Lights 1.0 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. Available on the App Store on March 21st.

XPerienced: http://xperienced.com.pl/blog
Hit The Lights 1.0: http://hitthelightsgame.com
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/hit-the-lights/id559786742
Screenshot 1: http://hitthelightsgame.com/PressKit/Screenshots/iPhone4/Screen2_levels.png
Screenshot 2: http://hitthelightsgame.com/PressKit/Screenshots/iPhone4/Screen3_gameplay1.png
App Icon: http://hitthelightsgame.com/PressKit/Assets/app_icon.png

Located in Warsaw, Poland XPerienced is an independent maker of Hit The Lights and Ear Play Guitarist, all available on the App Store. Copyright (C) 2013 XPerienced. 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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Bartlomiej Wilczynski
CEO
Poland
bartlomiej.wilczynski@xperienced.com.pl

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/HitTheLightsGame
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/htlgame

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iFree Studio Announces Easter Promotion Events for Lies of Astaroth - Published on 03/21/13

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iFree Studio announces Easter promotion events for Lies of Astaroth 1.1 for iOS. In Lies of Astaroth, an RPG card-battle hybrid game, players use a level of strategy not often found in the current mobile game market. This fantasy MMORPG card game of card collecting, role playing, adventure and social interaction, is easy to learn, allowing players to jump right into the game action. Easter promotion events include bonus gold and crystal events, Scavenger Hunts, a new card naming event, and more.

Hong Kong, China - iFree Studio announces Easter promotion events for Lies of Astaroth 1.1 for iOS. Lies of Astaroth, an RPG card-battle hybrid game, requires users to use a level of strategy not often found in the current mobile game market. When compared to action and real-time strategy games, the Lies of Astaroth will feel like a breeze to learn; players will be able to grasp the most important elements of the game within minutes. To thank all of the support we've received from our wonderful fans, the iFree team is organizing a huge Easter promotion. Various events will be held, so you are sure to find at least one you like. Come and claim your gifts!

Event 1 - Double Gold:
* Time: March 21st, 2013 00:00:00 - March 30th, 2013 23:59:59 (GMT-5)
* Sever: Gaia
* Content: All gold received during the event will be 100% more than usual

Event 2 - First Time Top-up Bonus:
* Time: March 21st, 2013 00:00:00 - March 30th, 2013 23:59:59 (GMT-5)
* Server: Gaia
* Content: Each player who recharges his account for the first time will receive an additional 15% crystal bonus. For example, the first time you pay $79.99 USD on gems, you will receive 6000 + 900 = 6900 crystals in all
* Notice:
- The charge bonus is only effective on your first payment during event
- The event is only effective from March 21, 2013 00:00:00 to March 30, 2013 23:59:59 (GMT-5)
- The bonus crystals will be sent within 5 working days once the event has finished
- Last but not least, the more you spend the more you get

Event 3 - Easter Gift Rewards:
* Time: March 24th, 2013 00:00:00 - March 31st, 2013 23:59:59 (GMT-5)
* Server: Gaia
* Content: All Crystal purchases during the event will be totaled up once the event is over
* Players will be rewarded with the following gifts:
- 30000 Crystals: 10 Magic Tickets, Winged Serpent (5 Star Wilderness Card)
- 10000 Crystals: 5 Magic Tickets, Forest Cupid (4 Star Forest Card)
- 5000 Crystals: 5 Magic Tickets, Lightning Ghost (3 Star Hell Card)
- 1000 Crystals: 2 Magic Tickets
- 500 Crystals: 1 Magic Ticket
* Notice:
- Each players total number of Crystal purchased between March 24th to March 31st will be totaled up once the event has finished. Players will receive only 1 gift, based on the total number of purchases during the event
- Any Crystals received through promotions (free or as the bonus 15%) will not be included in the total
- Lies of Astaroth teams reserves the right of Final Interpretation for this event

Event 4 - Magic Ticket Scavenger Hunt:
* Time: March 29th, 2013 00:00 - March 31st, 2013 23:59 (GMT-5)
* Sever: Gaia
* Content: During the duration of the event all Magic Tickets obtained through the Magic Chips will be doubled
* Notice: The doubled Magic Tickets will be sent out within 5 working days after the event has finished

Event 5 - Easter Day Log in Gift:
* Time: March 31st, 2013 (GMT-5)
* Server: Gaia
* Content: If you log in the game on March 31, 2013 (GMT-5), you will receive 2 Magic Tickets) 2 Golden Turkeys (A savory meal that will give your cards experience points when used as enchanting material. Rumor has it, this turkey was a great warrior before his unfortunate demise)

Event 6 - Name that Card:
* Time: March 21st 00:00 - March 27th 23:59:59 (GMT-5)
* Sever: Gaia
* Content: We have a new card and we need your help to name it. We will post a previously unreleased card onto Facebook. Go to the Facebook page and give it a name. Then go through and click 'like' on your favorite names. The name with the most likes at the end of the event will be rewarded with the new card upon its release, with the name you gave it! Also all players who participate in the event will be rewarded with 2 Magic Tickets! Please keep in mind names must be held to under 15 letters
* Notice: Rewards will be sent out within 5 working days after the event has finished. Lies of Astaroth reserves the right to not accept any names submitted if the name includes foul language or copyright infringement

Event 7 - Limited-Time Easter Card Pack Sale:
* Time: March 31st 00:00 - April 2nd 23:59:59 (GMT-5)
* Sever: Gaia
* Content: During the event the store will offer an Easter Holiday Card Pack! Each pack will be 150 Crystal for a 3 stars or higher card. The card pack offers an increased probability of receiving a brand new card: The Prophet. Once the event is over, the Easter Card pack will be taken off the store and no longer available for purchase.
Notice: The Prophet is currently only available in the Easter Pack and not in the Magic Packs

Have Fun and we wish you a Happy Easter!

Language Support:
English, Chinese, Czech, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish

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

Pricing and Availability:
Lies of Astaroth 1.1 is free and available worldwide through the App Store in the Games category.

Lies of Astaroth 1.1: http://www.liesofastaroth.com/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id586902335
Screenshot 1: http://a1455.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/077/Purple2/v4/23/ed/cd/23edcdb7-c2da-f81a-b2c6-164377860546/mzl.qprmhdbk.320x480-75.jpg
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Formed by a group of hardcore game players and crazy developers, iFree Studio was established in 2010 and is solely dedicated to smartphone games. So far, iFree has released many products including Emross War, Avalon Wars, Roman Empire, Vampire War and many more. Copyright (C) 2013 iFree Studio. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Andrea Zhou
Media Specialist
China
andrea@ifreeteam.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/cardmystical?ref=hl

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Shows Tracker 1.1 for iOS: Track Every Episode of Your Favorite TV Shows - Published on 03/21/13

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PLEK Studios today announces Shows Tracker 1.1 for iOS, an update to its entertainment app that stylishly displays all the details of the user's favorite TV shows, including Seasons, Episodes, Broadcast Dates, Plot Summaries, Production Stills, Show Logos, Total Seasons, Current Airdates & Times, Networks, and more. Featuring translucent black animated windows and buttons, the app also has a Show Calendar, an RSS Feed of the latest TV-related news and photos, iCloud Sync, and built-in sharing.

Adeje, Spain - PLEK Studios today is pleased to announce Shows Tracker 1.1 for iOS, an update to its entertainment app that stylishly displays all the details of the user's favorite TV shows, past & present, foreign & domestic, including: Seasons, Episodes, Broadcast Dates, Plot Summaries, Production Stills, Show Logos, Total Seasons, Current Airdates & Times, Networks, and more. Featuring translucent black animated windows and buttons, the app also has a Favorite Show Calendar, an RSS Feed of the latest TV-related news and photos, iCloud Sync capability, and integrated email, Facebook, and Twitter connectivity.

A significant accomplishment in both content and design, Shows Tracker is visually dazzling, useful, and informative. It does not offer viewing of shows, but this is a minor consideration in comparison to all that it does offer. The universal app is Retina-display ready, and operates in either portrait or landscape orientation. Its Home page allows easy access to all its functions via a bottom tab bar and three horizontally scrolling groups of windows. The side-to-side scrolling windows include: 1) a continuously revolving display of the landscape-format logo & art from each show the user is following; 2) large, touch-sensitive windows of the portrait-format logo & art from each show the user is following; and 3) touch-sensitive windows holding captioned photos of the latest news stories about TV. There are no instructions, as navigation and use are completely intuitive.

Feature Highlights:
* See all the relevant information about TV Shows
* Don't miss any episode with Shows Tracker Calendar
* Keep track of episodes already viewed
* Read TV Shows related news in the built-in RSS Reader
* Share content via email, Facebook, or Twitter
* Retina-display support
* iCloud synchronization

Setting up Shows Tracker to follow the user's favorite shows is an effortless, one-time task. Selecting the Shows button from the tab bar displays all the shows currently being followed, six per page. Touching the Search button allows the user to type in the title of any TV show. The smart search does not return any results until the return key is touched, and then it produces a scrolling display of show logos that match the search. For example, typing in "American"; produces 65 results; searching "American Idol" produces 1 result.

The app's online database is both broad and deep, cataloging TV shows and individual episodes from 1950 to the present. Represented are programs produced in English as well as Danish, French, Spanish, Italian, etc. TV aficionados will find the app's encyclopedic knowledge extends to major hits as well as shows that never made it to the end of their first season. Broadcast, cable, and premium-cable shows, episodics and specials, are all carefully indexed and at the fingertips of curious browsers.

Returning to the Shows page, the scrolling listings of currently followed shows can be ordered alphabetically or by cumulative user ratings. Touching any title activates a card flip transition to a full-page devoted to the show. The graphical background is a large promotion still from the show, covered by a full page translucent black layer. Layered above that are translucent black windows for each episode, scrolling horizontally, holding a photo and title. Each window can be opened to fill a large viewing window with scrollable contents. Translucent buttons let users select Season 1, 2, 3, etc., becoming more opaque when touched.

The Favorite Show Calendar view displays the name of every show being followed on each day it airs. This calendar view includes the present month, plus three months back and three months ahead. Touching any text title in any day opens a large window displaying the Season and Episode number, plus Summary, and the original airdate if it is a rerun. All Episode windows contain a grayed-out check mark, which turns green to indicate that the user has already seen it. The app tracks the total Episodes in the series and how many have been viewed.

Touching the News button on the tab bar opens a full-screen display of photos with headlines, each of which opens into a full-page story that can be read from within the app. Every scrolling page of up-to-the-minute news features a different photo layout design, and the integrated RSS News Reader offers an exceptional variety of photo-filled stories from TV Guide, The Hollywood Reporter, One Seven One, and other sources of news about TV.

"Producers of film and television know that high-priced actors don't guarantee success. Content and production values must also be top quality," commented Edin Kozo of PLEK Studios. "I think you'll agree with me that Shows Tracker has the best content and production values of any similar app on the App Store."

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5, iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th generation), and iPad
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* Internet connection required for some functions
* 5.0 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Shows Tracker 1.1 is $0.99 (USD) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Entertainment category. Review copies are available on request.

Shows Tracker 1.1: http://showstracker.plekstudios.com
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/shows-tracker/id587099200
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Based in Adeje, Spain, PLEK Studios was founded by indie developer Edin Kozo in 2012. Edin makes apps for fun and hopes to convert this business to this fulltime day job. Copyright (C) 2013 PLEK Studios. 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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Edin Kozo
Founder
Spain
showstracker@plekstudios.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/showstracker
Twitter Profile: http://twitter.com/ShowsTracker

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Video Poker, Beautifully Crafted By Happymagenta, Hits The App Store - Published on 03/21/13

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Happymagenta today releases Video Poker by Happymagenta, an artistic approach to a classic card game, with a beautiful card deck art, sleek graphic design and fluid animations. Designed for both offline and online play, it offers players participating in a global country versus country competition, as well as competing in country and worldwide ratings. As a universal app, it supports iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, is maximized for Retina displays, and has synchronization via iCloud.

London, United Kingdom - Happymagenta today is pleased to announce the launch of Video Poker by Happymagenta, their artistic touch on a classic card game, with a beautiful card deck art, sleek graphic design and fluid animations.

Lovely painted by a team of professionally skilled, creative digital artists, Video Poker by Happymagenta is designed to specifically maximize the awesome effect of amazing Retina displays of iPhone, iPad and iPod touch - features a whole set of magnificently crisp high resolution card faces, illustrations and a sleek graphical interface.

"We love digital painting, graphic design and are passionate game makers. We also like games to be engaging, as well as beautiful. Thus, today we are excited to present our new card game with an especially interesting global country versus country daily tournament." - tells Alexander Novoselov, lead art director, CEO and co-founder of Happymagenta.

In addition to a traditional offline gameplay and online leaderboards Video Poker by Happymagenta offers players to take part in a worldwide, global country vs. country competition. As a player is online with Game Center, his daily score affects the global rating of the country he plays for - enjoying the game during a normal gameplay he teams with all other players from his country to compete with other countries. Also, the offline play results aren't lost and are submitted to online leaderboards as soon as the player gets back connected.

The realistic in-game card shuffle engine employs a cryptographic grade random number generation algorithms, that pass strict equal and unbiased data distribution tests and are normally used to generate cryptographic keys, make the game as close to the real as possible, providing players with a possibility to polish their poker skills and their winning strategies.

Features:
* Play both Offline and Online
* Per country and worldwide ratings
* Global country vs. country competition
* No aggressive IAP
* Free poker chips on lose
* Hi-Lo game with double bonus
* Fast game speed
* Realistic casino grade shuffle engine
* Detailed, comprehensive statistics
* Beautifully crafted art and cards
* Graphics optimized for Retina Display
* Universal app for your iPad, iPhone and iPod touch
* Sync over iCloud between devices

A non-aggressive in-app purchase policy is a pleasant surprise. Players are in a no way forced to spend money, unless they want to instantly jump into a high stakes levels. An amount of in-game poker chips necessary for the most effective play is achieved via a normal gameplay, and, in case all chips are lost, a free pack of chips comes as a bonus to get to back to playing instantly, with no extra waiting.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch and iPad
* Optimized for iOS 6 and iOS 5
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* Universal Application
* 43 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Video Poker by Happymagenta 1.0.1 is now on launch sale for $0.99 and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Video Poker by Happymagenta 1.0.1: http://getvideopoker.com
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/video-poker-by-happymagenta/id586372725
YouTube Video (Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q767YCv_aXs
Screenshot (iPhone): http://happymagenta.com/tmp/ss/vp/3.png
Screenshot (iPad): http://happymagenta.com/tmp/ss/vp.ipad/3.png
Press Kit (zip): http://happymagenta.com/tmp/k/vp.zip

Happymagenta is a privately held company founded in 2006. With a focus on the iOS platform, Happymagenta was formed by a group of highly skilled software engineers who love programming and have a passion to create unique applications. Copyright (C) 2006-2013 Happymagenta Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod touch and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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VP
+44 20 3286 7513
United Kingdom
pavel@happymagenta.com

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Duck Duck Moose Reading Wins Parents' Choice Gold Award for Mobile Apps - Published on 03/21/13

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Leading children's app developer, Duck Duck Moose wins a 2013 Parents' Choice Gold Award for their new 'Duck Duck Moose Reading' app. Duck Duck Moose is the only publisher that has received fifteen Parents' Choice Awards for their mobile apps. Duck Duck Moose Reading teaches phonics with 9 different word and letter activities and more. The Gold Award is the top honor awarded by Parents Choice Foundation, which has been reviewing children's media since 1978.

San Mateo, California - Leading children's app developer, Duck Duck Moose wins a 2013 Parents' Choice Gold Award for their new 'Duck Duck Moose Reading' app. Duck Duck Moose is the only publisher that has received fifteen Parents' Choice Awards for their mobile apps. The Gold Award is the top honor awarded by Parents Choice Foundation, which has been reviewing children's media since 1978.

Duck Duck Moose Reading teaches phonics with 9 different word and letter activities that help kids learn by feeding and playing with flamingos, monkeys, lions, and more. It includes a Parent Reporting tool to track progress and is based on Common Core Standards. The curriculum was designed by an instructor at the Stanford Graduate School of Education.

"Letter-sound and word activities help introduce children to early reading skills. Learn sounds of consonants and short and long vowels as players feed the animals the sounds of the letters in these nine quick and very solid playful learning activities," writes Parents' Choice Foundation.

The Parents' Choice Awards program is the nation's oldest nonprofit program created to recognize quality children's media. The Parents' Choice Awards program honors the best material for children. The Parents' Choice Awards committees look for products that entertain and teach with flair, stimulate imagination and inspire creativity. Judges are interested in how a product helps a child grow: socially, intellectually, emotionally, ethically, and physically.

Pricing and Availability:
Duck Duck Moose Reading is available for iPhone/iPod touch/iPad on iTunes for $1.99 (USD).

Duck Duck Moose: http://www.duckduckmoose.com
Duck Duck Moose Reading : http://www.duckduckmoose.com/educational-iphone-itouch-apps-for-kids/duck-duck-moose-reading/
2013 Parents� Choice Review: http://www.parents-choice.org/product.cfm?product_id=31386&StepNum=1&award=aw
Duck Duck Moose Parents� Choice Awards: http://www.parents-choice.org/company.cfm?the_co=8486&from=Duck%20Duck%20Moose%20Reading

Founded in 2008 by three friends, Caroline Hu Flexer, Nicci Gabriel and Michael Flexer, who share a passion for education, design, music and play, Duck Duck Moose creates some of the most-loved educational apps for children. From Wheels on the Bus, its first title, to Draw and Tell, a teacher favorite, the company's apps have sustained top rankings in the iTunes and Android stores, and have been honored with 15 Parents' Choice awards, 14 Children's Technology Review Editor's Choice Awards, and a KAPi award for the "Best Children's App" at the 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show. Copyright (C) 2008-2013 Duck Duck Moose. 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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CEO, Co-Founder
United States
info@duckduckmoose.com

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LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/company/duck-duck-moose
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Hear My Facebook iPhone App Reads Facebook Out Loud - Published on 03/21/13

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Chicago based USA Concepts introduces Hear My Facebook 1.0, a free iPhone app that can read Facebook out loud. Hear My Facebook lets users listen to their Facebook feed while driving or doing work around the house. This app can even eliminate DWF (Driving While Facebook-ing). Hear My Facebook reads Facebook in 19 languages and users can choose from a man or a woman's voice. The app uses a sophisticated text to speech engine for perfect pronunciation.

Chicago, Illinois - USA Concepts is proud to announce the release of Hear My Facebook 1.0, a free iPhone app that can read Facebook out loud. Hear My Facebook lets users listen to their Facebook feed while driving or doing work around the house. This app can even eliminate DWF (Driving While Facebook-ing). Users can simply open the app and set the phone down. The app will download and read their news feed to them while driving.

"Hear My Facebook" reads Facebook in 19 languages and users can choose from a man or a woman's voice. Some users even use the app to help learn foreign languages and pronunciation. The app uses a sophisticated text to speech engine for perfect pronunciation. It is quickly gaining popularity in Spanish-speaking countries. The app is named "Escuchar Mi Facebook" en Espaol, and in Brazil it is known as "Ouvir Meu Facebook".

The app is also useful around the house. Users become free to make a meal, get ready for work, or clean up while listening to their Facebook. There is even a full version to like, comment, and post status from within the app. Early users already prefer the simple interface. It skips the extra photos and links and reads the words directly from their friends.

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

Pricing and Availability:
Hear My Facebook Free 1.0 is available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Social Networking category. The full version is available for both Android phones/tablets and iOS devices.

Hear My Facebook Free 1.0: http://www.usaconcepts.com/hearmyfacebook.html
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/hear-my-facebook-free/id590469220
Purchase and Download (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/app/hear-my-facebook/id590469010
Purchase and Download (Google Play): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tuscanconcept.fbspeakpaidandroid

USA Concepts is based in Chicago and was created in 2011. Its mission is to bring original mobile applications and consumer products to life. USA Concepts acquired the rights to distribute the mobile applications of Tuscan Concepts Inc. Copyright (C) 2011-2013 USA Concepts. 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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United States
daniel@usaconcepts.com

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Introducing Bugs on Bugs - A completely unique and addicting iOS game - Published on 03/21/13

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Michigan based Sloshmonster Inc. today introduces Bugs on Bugs 1.0, a new and totally unique game that runs on all iOS devices. Quickly dodge the evil spiders and collect the escaping bugs while your character spins in a circle around the spiders' web. Enjoy unique endless gameplay content that is extremely addicting and entertaining. Bugs on Bugs offers fully integrated Game Center scores and leader board. See who can get the highest score between your friends!

Ann Arbor, Michigan - Sloshmonster Inc. today is pleased announce the release and immediate availability of Bugs on Bugs 1.0, a new and totally unique game that runs on all iOS devices. Quickly dodge the evil spiders and collect the escaping bugs while your character spins in a circle around the spiders' web. Enjoy unique endless gameplay content that is extremely addicting and entertaining.

Colorful bugs are escaping from the clutches of the spiders' web, but the spiders are right behind. Tap to change the direction of the Rainbow Butterfly and save as many bugs as you can. Red bugs are worth two points, and the special green bugs are worth ten. Immerse yourself in the game as the butterfly speeds up and more spiders come out to play.

Feature Highlights:
* Fast-paced addictive gameplay
* Compare scores with your friends in Game Center Leaderboard
* Never play the same game twice
* Vibrant and cutesy style characters
* Fun for all ages
* Original electric background music
* Improve reflexes

Experience a totally unique style of endless games. The game play style is innovative and new to the App Store. Fully integrated Game Center scores and leaderboard - See who can get the highest score between your friends! Future updates include artificial currency to purchase different clothing items, power-ups, characters, etc. from an in-game store.

Device Requirements:
* iPad, iPhone, iPod touch
* Compatible with iOS 4.3 or later
* 8.2 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Bugs on Bugs 1.0 is only $0.99 (USD) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store under the Games category. Promo codes are available by request.

Sloshmonster: http://www.sloshmonster.com
Bugs on Bugs 1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/bugs-on-bugs/id586103884
Screenshot: http://a327.phobos.apple.com/us/r30/Purple/v4/93/47/08/934708d9-8680-3fd3-b2d7-0369b5be55b0/mzl.mrsblatv.png?downloadKey=1364404744_0158492e5c114dd25813f636d3d1afc1
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Sloshmonster Inc. is a Michigan based applications development company that specializes in gaming applications for the iOS platform. The company currently has two other games accumulating over 100,000 downloads. Sloshmonster's goal is to provide quality unique gaming entertainment experiences to people all around the world. Copyright (C) 2013 Sloshmonster 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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Noah Hirschl
CEO
734-389-5330
United States
hirschlapps@gmail.com

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Mark Morford's Apothecary: free iOS app, whimsy, culture, art, wordplay - Published on 03/21/13

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Mark Morford, HowHuman Inc, and Sofi Software LLC are pleased to announce the immediate availability of the new app "Mark Morford's Apothecary" for iPhone in the App Store. The app is a hilarious, barely contained mega-treasury of articles, advice and lifestyle adjustment from Mark Morford, the SF Chronicle�s award-winning columnist and culture critic, and author of The Daring Spectacle. Music, yoga, humor, sex, essays, and more, all in a gorgeous and free app!

San Francisco, California - Mark Morford, HowHuman Inc, and Sofi Software LLC are pleased to announce the immediate availability of the new app "Mark Morford's Apothecary" for iPhone in the App Store, packed with stimulating and provocative compositions and wild love. The app is a sublime, hilarious, barely contained, mostly Free mega-treasury of articles, advice and lifestyle adjustment from Mark Morford, the SF Chronicle�s award-winning columnist and culture critic, and author of The Daring Spectacle.

Apothecary unapologetically delivers:
* Hundreds of Mark's best and most popular columns from the SF Chronicle, SFGate and beyond, fully searchable
* Thousands of randomized quotes, both feral and shareable (via Twitter and Facebook)
* Hundreds of hot recommendations and bits of advice written exclusively for Apothecary, in five categories
* Obey: Do it now. Not even asking
* Listen: Music recs and playlists galore
* Imbibe: 100s of cocktail recipes, most reader submitted
* Devour: Read this, click this, enjoy this
* Moan: The sexy bits! All yum, all the time.
* Gallery: Personal photos, exclusive to the app
* Boosters: Fresh content since the app was published. New columns, Rx, and more

Apothecary incorporates lovingly detailed art and design to deliver a whimsical verbal and visual joyride befitting the author's irreverent and iconoclastic world view. The "Insta-Quote Picker" supplies pithy and thought-provoking excerpts from Mark's extensive catalog, suitable for social sharing with Facebook and Twitter. "Under-The-Counter Prescriptions" are an entertaining and diverting way to find a topical column by mood; or if the reader prefers keyword search, that is available in the "Over-The-Counter" section. The "Rx - Personal Recommendations" feature is the smartphone equivalent of a candy dispenser, if candy were trenchant wit.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad
* Requires iOS 6.1 or later
* 48.4 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Mark Morford's Apothecary 1.0 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Lifestyle category. Music, yoga, humor, sex, essays, all in a free app! Additional content is available with in-app purchase.

Mark Morford: http://www.markmorford.com
Sofi Software: http://www.sofisoftware.com
HowHuman: http://www.howhuman.com
Mark Morford's Apothecary 1.0: http://www.markmorford.com/apothecary
Download From iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/mark-morfords-apothecary/id543671931
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The stunning visual appearance of the app is the handiwork of talented artist Fudo, principal at design firm HowHuman Inc. HowHuman's specialties include branding, UX, and app design. All programming is by Eric Herrmann, principal at Sofi Software LLC, a developer of Android, iOS, and OSX apps and games. Sofi Software's other apps include Everything Is Its Own Reward, a free iPad app showcasing local SF Bay artist Paul Madonna. 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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Eric Herrmann
CEO
United States
eric@sofisoftware.com

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A3 Thinker 1.0 brings Lean Problem Solving to iPhones and iPads - Published on 03/21/13

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Agile Sensei today introduces A3 Thinker 1.0 for iOS, a formidable Lean problem-solving tool based on Toyota's core management philosophy and approach to solve problems, improve and mentor. This stylish app features 65 brainstorming cards with hundreds of questions designed to guide problem owners in each step of a problem-solving sequence. A3 Thinker facilitates efficient conversations and helps teams and individuals distill essential information, frame and breakdown problems vividly.

Dublin, Ireland - Claudio Perrone, aka Agile Sensei, today is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of A3 Thinker 1.0 for iOS, a formidable Lean problem-solving tool based on Toyota's core management philosophy and approach to solve problems, improve and mentor. The stylish app features 65 brainstorming cards with hundreds of questions designed to guide problem owners in each step of a problem-solving sequence.

A3 Thinker was born from the observation that, despite their best efforts, very few people seem to take the time - or know how - to frame, analyze and eradicate the problems they inevitably face in their workplaces and personal lives.

But rather than resorting to short-lived solutions and risking to "go fast nowhere", experienced Lean practitioners adopt a systematic approach to problem solving based on the scientific method. As their understanding of the problem develops over time, they capture and share their insights, often on a single sheet of paper traditionally called "A3 report". Unfortunately, this approach is easy to adopt but can take years to truly master.

A3 Thinker acts like a personal sensei, a skilled mentor working side-by-side with the goal of guiding problem owners and develop their critical thinking skills. By following the advice provided in each card, problem owners gather facts first-hand, identify and frame problems worth solving, set targets, perform root-cause analysis (e.g. "5 Whys"), implement and verify the effect of countermeasures, set new baselines for improvement, extend their circle of influence and more.

Each brainstorming card removes the guesswork and helps frame problems with improved clarity, accuracy, precision, relevance, depth, breadth, logic and significance. A3 Thinker's Socratic questioning approach ensures that teams are engaged in efficient problem-solving conversations and fact-finding investigations.

User Requirements:
A3 Thinker is designed for managers, teams, change agents and anyone else who'd like to systematically move from where they are to where they need to be.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone (3GS and up), iPod touch (3rd generation and up) and iPad
* Optimized for iPhone 5
* Requires iOS 5.1 or later
* 11.9 MB

Pricing and Availability:
A3 Thinker 1.0 currently costs $2.99 (USD) and can be found in the iOS App Store in the Business category. Promo codes are available for qualified reviewers. Please specify the website or blog you represent when making your request.

Agile Sensei: http://agilesensei.com
A3 Thinker 1.0: http://a3thinker.com
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/a3-thinker/id561319885
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App Icon: http://agilesensei.com/files/A3-Thinker-Site-Icon.png

Claudio Perrone, aka Agile Sensei, is a well-known Lean and Agile management consultant, serial entrepreneur and startup strategist. He is based in Dublin, Ireland, and operates worldwide. In his career, he has been driving the design and development of several large-scale solutions for global companies in the fields of e-learning, e-commerce, manufacturing and automation. Today, he integrates Lean and Agile product development, Lean Change and Lean Startup approaches to help his clients converge to success. In doing so, Claudio has been playing key roles in Lean and Agile transformations for global organizations as well as for some of the fastest-growing technology startups in the world. Claudio is a well-respected member of the international Agile, Lean Software and Kanban communities. He is currently writing a book and developing solutions around A3 Thinking, a Lean management approach to systematically solve problems, improve and mentor. Copyright (C) 2013 Agile Sensei. 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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Claudio Perrone
Founder
+353-86-7759223
Ireland
claudio@agilesensei.com

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MathMagic Personal 8.5 supports various Frames and faster LaTeX typing - Published on 03/21/13

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InfoLogic today releases MathMagic Personal Edition 8.5, their award-winning multi-purpose mathematical equation editor for Mac OS X. MathMagic Personal is a standalone equation editor for mathematical equations and scientific symbols. The superior equation quality & productivity of MathMagic have been selected by publishers & technical writers around the world. Version 8.5 adds various Frame types, more Sigma shapes, enhanced Fences, faster typing of script values & LaTeX expressions, and more.

Vancouver, Canada - InfoLogic today is thrilled to announce the release and immediate availability of MathMagic Personal Edition 8.5, their award-winning multi-purpose mathematical equation editor for Mac OS X. This version adds various Frame types, more Sigma symbol shapes, enhanded Fence drawing, faster typing of subscript and superscript values, and more.

More than 10 new Frame types with commonly used corner decoration options are added in this released. More Sigma symbols such as LaTeX style classic shape and Eastern thin shape are added for personalized equation look. Vertical and horizontal Fences can be further customized by user. Default settings are optimized for improved equation quality.

MathMagic works as a stand-alone application so those equations written in MathMagic can be used by wide range of applications by drag and drop or copy and paste. MathMagic reads and writes various industry standard equation formats, such as MathML, AMS LaTeX, LaTeX, Plain TeX, MathJax, ASCIIMath, MathType, Wiki equation, Microsoft Word Equation, or files saved in PDF, EPS, PICT, PNG, JPEG, GIF, BMP by MathMagic or MathType. MathMagic reads mathematical expressions and symbols aloud via Text-To-Speech so it is also widely used for special education.

The superior equation quality and productivity of MathMagic have been selected by publishers and technical writers around the world for their publications and digital contents. Professors, students, scientists, engineers, and school districts rely on MathMagic for their daily math communication and education.

System Requirements:
* Mac OS X 10.6 or later, including 10.8 Mountain Lion
* Intel Macintosh

Price and Availability:
MathMagic Personal Edition 8.5 is available now for $69.00 USD ($49.00 for Academic). MathMagic comes with a fully functional trial period up to 50 equations.

MathMagic: http://www.mathmagic.com/
MathMagic Personal Edition 8.5: http://www.mathmagic.com/product/pe.html
Download MathMagic Personal Edition: http://www.mathmagic.com/download/
Screenshots: http://www.mathmagic.com/macscreenshots.html
Screenshot (MathMagic Personal v8.5 editor window): http://www.mathmagic.com/screenshot/MathMagicPersonal85screen.png
MathMagic Icon and Logo: http://www.mathmagic.com/mathmagic_logo_icon.html

Founded in 1996, InfoLogic Inc. specializes in technical and desktop publishing (DTP), high quality digital contents, and Macintosh software development. Released in 1998, MathMagic is its flagship product. Copyright 1996-2013 InfoLogic, Inc. All Rights Reserved. MathMagic, MathMagic Pro Edition, MathMagic Personal Edition, MathMagic Prime Edition, MathMagic Lite, MathMagic logo, and InfoLogic are trademarks or registered trademarks of InfoLogic, Inc. Other trademarks and registered trademarks may be the property of their respective owners.

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CTO
778-880-0605
Canada
sales@mathmagic.com

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Frustrating Good - There is a Word App for that? - Published on 03/21/13

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Many players of the new popular app "All Words Up" is saying that it is "frustratingly good." From the anxiety of the timer creeping its way to zero, jittery fingers it produced, and the sweet feeling of beating your friends on the scoreboard, you might come to the same conclusion. But maybe after playing the game, you might not call it "Frustratingly Good", but "Addictingly Great." Whatever you call it, it is simply fun.

Phoenix, Arizona - After getting feedback from the players of our new popular app "All Words Up", people are all saying one thing: the game is "frustratingly good." What does that even mean? In laymen terms, it means they enjoy playing the game, but the stress it creates is frustrating. We scratch our heads wondering how a simple game of finding words creates such widespread grief.

To unravel the cause of this issue, we decided to sit and play the game for an entire day. One game after another, we slowly see the hours of our work day slowly slipping away. We experienced the anxiety of the timer creeping its way to zero and jittery fingers it produced, and we experienced that sweet feeling of knocking our friends out of their previous position on the scoreboard. Our conclusion: it is "frustratingly good.

Perhaps after playing the game and smashing the scores of your friends just to see the look on their face, you might not call it "frustratingly good", but "addictingly great." Some have even said that it has acted as a "gateway drug" to other addicting games such as DnD, WoW, LoL, BRB, FTW, BFF and all those other acronyms. We could ramble on and on trying to put feelings into words, but frankly, we've got high scores to beat in this frustratingly good game.

Whatever you think it is, it ultimately boils down to "Fun." Regardless if it is frustratingly good or not, it's available for Free on both the iPhone and iPad. So turn that frustration Off and turn On your iPhone and download "All Words Up" already!

Device Requirements:
* Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.3 (for iPhone and iPad)
* 16.6 MB (for iPhone and iPad)

Pricing and Availability:
All Words Up 1.0 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Entertainment category. To get further information, please contact Henry Ton by phone at 480-277-3847, by email, or by visiting ArchSquare online.

All Words Up 1.0: http://www.archsquare.com/Services/AllWordsUp.aspx
Download from iTunes (iPhone): http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=605028805
Download from iTunes (iPad): http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=605028805
ScreenShot (Promo): http://www.archsquare.com/Images/AllWordsUp_1.jpg
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Located in Phoenix, Arizona, ArchSquare was founded in 2009 by Henry Ton. ArchSquare specializes in development of mobile entertainment apps for the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Copyright (C) 2009-2013 ArchSquare. 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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480-277-3847
United States
Archsquareapp@gmail.com

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Ten Speed Press Parachutes to Tablets with Popular Job-Seeking Workbook - Published on 03/21/13

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Ten Speed Press today introduces What Color Is Your Parachute? Job-Hunter's Workbook Tablet Edition, a digital version of the core self-inventory exercise that has made What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard N. Bolles, a household name. Based on the Flower Diagram in his best-selling book, this job-search preparation guide provides job seekers with a powerful self-assessment tool to identify viable job skills and develop highly individualized self-marketing strategies.

Berkeley, California - Today, Ten Speed Press announced the release of What Color Is Your Parachute? Job-Hunter's Workbook Tablet Edition, a digital version of the core self-inventory exercise that has made What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard N. Bolles, a household name. This job-search preparation guide (based on the Flower Diagram in his best-selling book) provides job seekers with a powerful self-assessment tool to identify viable job skills and develop highly individualized self-marketing strategies.

Created in collaboration with Smashing Ideas, a Seattle-based digital strategy and product company, and available in iTunes and the NOOK Store, Parachute's key tool that gets to the heart of job-hunters' career goals - what Bolles refers to as "that one piece of paper" - is now fully interactive, delivering a one-of-a-kind roadmap for exploring and applying individual interests and attributes to the job search. The immersive digital version does all of the legwork in determining a job seeker's most marketable and transferable skills. Enhanced features include:

* Targeted questions uniquely designed to uncover one's goals, interests, traits, and aspirations
* Answers that can be digitally recorded and adapted to serve each individual job search
* A snapshot that translates personal interests into marketable job skills, instantly accessible for a variety of job interviews and resume revisions
* An attractive diagram to track progress and display progressive results
* Comprehensive, fully integrated tips and hints that help prioritize tools
* 'Post-it' style reminders
* An exercise (based on the Mulholland Code) to determine preferred working conditions
* Easy-to-view results lists
* Fill-in options to record personal stories and gain unique insight for the job search
* A skills grid to help job-seekers target expertise and unlock potential
* Convenient layout options
* A salary calculator

For more than forty years and with over ten million copies sold, What Color Is Your Parachute? has been recognized as the world's best resource for up-to-date information on the fast-paced, ever-changing job market. This digital companion workbook brings new efficiency to Bolles's long-established expertise, providing job-seekers and career-changers with an unparalleled tool to assess their strengths and win jobs.

About Richard N. Bolles
Richard N. Bolles has led the career development field for more than forty years. A member of Mensa and the Society for Human Resource Management, he has been the keynote speaker at hundreds of conferences. Bolles was trained in chemical engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and holds a bachelor's degree cum laude in physics from Harvard University, a master's in sacred theology from General Theological (Episcopal) Seminary in New York City, and three honorary doctorates. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife, Marci, and is available for interviews.

About Smashing Ideas:
Smashing Ideas is a digital product strategy and development company. They bridge physical goods, media and services through connected experiences that are simple, intuitive, and fun to use. Founded in 1996, with offices in the U.S. and UK, the company's clients include Discovery Communications, Sony, Random House, Toys R Us and Mattel. Their websites, mobile applications and digital solutions have received over 50 awards, including a Primetime Emmy nomination. Visit Smashing Ideas online.

Digital news from Random House, Inc. and the Crown Publishing Group.

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

Pricing and Availability:
What Color Is Your Parachute? Job-Hunter's Workbook Tablet Edition 1.0 is $5.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Business category.

What Color Is Your Parachute? Job-Hunter's Workbook Tablet Edition: http://www.jobhuntersbible.com
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/what-color-is-your-parachute/id605634381
Media Assets: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/m9dacajtvga7knq/De4vQSlb5r

The Crown Publishing Group, a division of Random House, Inc., is the industry's leading publisher of illustrated and lifestyle books. Ten Speed Press, an imprint of the group, partners with cultural icons like Mollie Katzen, author of The Moosewood Cookbook, and Richard N. Bolles, author of What Color Is Your Parachute?, and other notable and award-winning authors to produce beautiful, profound, and life-changing books. Copyright (C) 2013 Random House Digital, 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. Other trademarks and registered trademarks may be the property of their respective owners.

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Kara Van de Water
Ten Speed Press
510-285-2966
United States
kara.vandewater@tenspeed.com

Jen Gross
Appency for Ten Speed Press
916-835-9863
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Link Your Ideas To Your Actions with SmartPad 3 - Special Intro Price - Published on 03/21/13

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Left Coast Logic announces SmartPad 3 for iPad. SmartPad automatically schedules tasks into the free time between appointments. Version 3 integrates SmartPad with the SmartDay system - which connects projects, appointments, tasks, and notes in one unified ecosystem across devices. The update features LinkNotes, Adaptive task scheduling, and the ability to sync with SmartDay on Mac, iOS, and the Web. To celebrate the release, SmartPad 3 is 50% off for a limited time only.

Seattle, Washington - Left Coast Logic is proud to announce SmartPad 3 for iPad. Notes and Reminders apps are becoming more and more popular. But how do they fit into the context of everything else in one's day - appointments, tasks, and projects, all in different locations and with different people? And how does one find the time to get it all done? Announcing SmartPad 3: Now with LinkNotes, Adaptive task scheduling, and Sync with SmartDay on Mac, iOS, and Web. To celebrate the release, SmartPad3 is 50% off for a limited time only.

LinkNotes:
New in SmartPad3, LinkNotes can be associated with any Day, journal style. They can also be linked to any combination of Tasks and/or Events, allowing unlimited flexibility for creating connections between ideas and actions. LinkNotes also have embedded checklists that can repeat and reset, a handy feature for recurring lists such as shopping or packing for a trip.

Adaptive Scheduling:
SmartTime(TM) logic fits pending tasks directly into the free time between appointments. It adapts to remaining free time as the day progresses, and updates continuously.

Smart Task Organizing:
SmartPad's task list combines tasks from one's various Projects, and organizes them smartly using a variety of efficient filters such as "Deadline"; and "GTDo." These tasks are then scheduled directly into the calendar, providing an integrated overview of the entire day.

Sync with SmartDay:
SmartPad syncs one's entire portfolio of connected projects, notes, tasks, and events with mySmartDay online, the company's free web-based organizer. mySmartDay also syncs with SmartDay for iPhone and Mac.

Other Connections:
SmartPad can view events from the iPad's Calendar, and tasks from Toodledo, the free online task list.

"SmartPad is our top selling app over the past few years. Version 3 integrates it with the SmartDay system - which connects projects, appointments, tasks, and notes in one unified ecosystem across devices," says Michael Jardine, Managing Partner of Left Coast Logic. "Later this year, we'll add Group features such as project planning, task delegation, and contact management - plus connectivity to other popular devices."

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

Pricing and Availability:
SmartPad 3 is $9.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies), 50% off the regular price for a limited time only, and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Productivity category.

Left Coast Logic: http://leftcoastlogic.com
SmartPad 3.0: http://www.leftcoastlogic.com/blog/smartapps/smartpad/
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Located in Seattle, Washington, Left Coast Logic designs, develops, and distributes productivity apps for mobile devices and the web. It is the only company to have achieved 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. SmartTime is a registered trademark of Left Coast Logic.

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United States
michael@leftcoastlogic.com

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