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Wed Jan 8, 2014 3:00 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Puzzle-Style Racing Game Launches in iTunes - Published on 01/08/14

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Hot Rods Mafia, an interactive, social puzzle game developed by 2 Hammers Studio, officially launches in the App Store. Hot Rods Mafia offers a thrilling storyline about a Mafia Don, Frank, and the user's servitude to him. Players get a taste of the mafia life by racing the clock and the cops, to collect loot and earn the Don's trust and approval. Players' achievements be shared on social networks, and friends can challenge one another to beat their best rankings in the Game Center.

Wilmington, Delaware - Hot Rods Mafia, an interactive, social puzzle game developed by 2 Hammers Studio, officially launched in the iTunes store this week. Hot Rods Mafia uses unique tactics to not only engage the mind, but entertain in a way that players of most age groups can relate to.

"We wanted to create something that was just as exciting as a racing game, but added a puzzle aspect to exercise the player's brain simultaneously; I think we've come up with something truly original," said Javier Caras, founder of 2 Hammers Studio.

In addition to its host of features, Hot Rods Mafia also offers a thrilling storyline about a Mafia Don, Frank, and the user's servitude to him. Players get a taste of the mafia life by racing the clock and the cops, to collect loot and earn the Don's trust and approval. Coins are earned at the end of each race, according to the time in which the level was completed - these coins can be used to purchase additional levels, more powerful Hot Rods, power-ups, accessories and more. Hot Rods Mafia's slot machine feature allows players have the opportunity to earn more coins, and other useful extras that make the game even more engaging.

"I designed the app to really pull users into the story, and provoke excitement with its extra content that players earn," said Caras. "The competitive nature of the game will also encourage everyone to constantly improve their own race time as well as their friends."

Players' achievements be shared on social networks, and friends can challenge one another to beat their best rankings in the Game Center.

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

Pricing and Availability:
Hot Rods Mafia 1.1 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category. For more information, download the app or visit the website.

Hot Rods Mafia 1.1: http://www.hotrodsmafia.com
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hot-rods-mafia/id775062710
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Founded in 2013 by Javier Caras, 2 Hammers Studio is two professionals skilled in media solutions, design and online technology development, focused on delivering superior games & apps across the iOS platform. They have more than 10 years of work experience in prominent and prestigious companies in the area of telecommunications, internet and other communication Media. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 2 Hammers 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. Other trademarks and registered trademarks may be the property of their respective owners.

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Carson Barker
Press Contact
512-657-2553
United States
carson@appspire.me

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/hotrodsmafia
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Devilishly delightful picture mysteries: You're the Detective - Published on 01/08/14

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AppEndix LLC today introduces You're the Detective! 1.0, the latest devilishly delightful collection of picture mysteries from Lawrence Treat. Who stole the jade horse from under Jenny Jackalanda's nose? What did Cheri's mysterious letter really say? Who took Minnie Rahrah's diamond necklace? The clues are in the picture: it's up to young detective to size up the situation and solve the mystery. Suited for ages 9-11, the detective work is most fun together with friends, parents and family.

Guilford, Maine - The latest devilishly delightful collection of picture mysteries from Lawrence Treat, this time for younger readers: You're the Detective! is now available on the App Store for iPad, iPod touch and iPhone, for just $0.99! Multi-language support for English, Spanish, German.

Who stole the jade horse from under Jenny Jackalanda's nose? What did Cheri's mysterious letter really say? Who took Minnie Rahrah's diamond necklace? You find out! The clues are in the picture: it's up to you, the young detective, to size up the situation and solve the mystery:

* Read the story
* Look at the picture
* And Solve It Yourself

This App is safe for kids of all ages:
* No ads
* No social networking links
* No GPS location data
* No external links
* No in-app purchases
* Ages: 4 , best suited for ages 9-11, and the detective work is most fun together with friends, parents and family
* Supports Dynamic Type (adjustable text height

About the Author:
Lawrence Treat, the author of over seventeen mystery books and countless short stories, was past president and a director of Mystery Writers of America. He received the Edgar Award for Best Shorty Mystery of the Year in 1965, and a Special Edgar in 1978 for editing the "Mystery Writer's Handbook", and was a prize-winner at the Crime Writer's International Short Story Contest held in Stockholm in 1981.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
* Requires iOS 7.0 or later
* 175 MB

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

You're the Detective! 1.0: http://www.facebook.com/AppEndixLLC
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/youre-the-detective!/id769502905
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ep6E9uW_1uo
Screenshots: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/z83hhp6ou2xb8hb/FNUNTyAAsb
App Icon: https://www.dropbox.com/s/sjbe7ykrx6iaxao/YTD-icon.png

AppEndix LLC is a startup company whose focus is to bring back popular gamebooks of the past decades as interactive apps and adapt them to the mobile platform. Besides the innovative Crime & Puzzlement solve-them-yourself mystery books by Lawrence Treat, AppEndix LLC has also published the Sherlock Holmes Solo Mysteries gamebook series. Copyright (C) 2014 AppEndix LLC. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

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Martin van Balkom
Owner
United States
appendix@myfairpoint.net

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/AppEndixLLC/info

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Wed Jan 8, 2014 3:45 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Word Slug is a New Social Word Game with a Puzzle Twist - Published on 01/08/14

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Altered Edges, LLC introduces Word Slug 1.1.0, its new game title for iOS and Android devices. Word Slug offers an interactive word game experience with quirky slug characters and head-to-head play. It mixes standard build-a-word play with point bonuses based on the composition of the word. Often the number of tiles played is less important than finding words that match the revolving bonus criteria. Players find the game easy to play yet challenging to master, giving it lasting appeal.

Portland, Oregon - Word Slug, the first publicly released game from Altered Edges, LLC, is available now. The app offers an interactive word game experience with quirky slug characters and head-to-head play. It mixes standard build-a-word play with point bonuses based on the composition of the word. Often the number of tiles played is less important than finding words that match the revolving bonus criteria. Players find the game easy to play yet challenging to master, giving it lasting appeal.

Game Features:

* Head-to-Head Game Play - Players can challenge random opponents or friends

* Easy to Play, Hard to Master - Mixing standard build-a-word play with the Game Slugs makes for a simple game to pick up and play - Maximizing points takes a bit more skill when a shorter word can be worth much more than the longer option by meeting the Game Slugs' criteria for point bonuses

* Robo Slug Opponent to Allow Solo Play - The computer opponent, Robo Slug, allows for a fast-paced back and forth games.

* Free to Play - Players may spend small amounts of money to enhance their gameplay experience, though the full game can be played without paying

* Slime 'Em Option - A player doesn't like their cards? The fun option is to swap cards with their opponent by using Slime 'Em

* Word Boosts to Increase Scores - Players can use Word Boosts like Word Rank, Game Slug Swap and High Point to pull ahead of opponents

* Quirky and Cute Slug Avatars - Players can select from a large variety of Slug characters to represent them in the game

* Share with Social Media - Players can share their top word or top game score with friends via Facebook

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

Pricing and Availability:
Word Slug 1.1.0 is Free and available worldwide through the App Store in the Games category. There is also an Android version available on Google Play. A press kit with high-resolution images and screenshots is available for download.

Word Slug 1.1.0: http://www.wordsluggame.com
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/word-slug/id693814945
Download from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alterededges.wordslug
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Press Kit (zip): https://dl.dropbox.com/s/mwc7ixt6te7kl34/PressKit.zip

Based in Portland, OR, Altered Edges was founded by game enthusiasts for game enthusiasts on the go, with emphasis on mobile games that are free to play and offer long lasting entertainment. Word Slug is the first official release by Altered Edges, with other games currently in development targeting mid-2014 release. All Material and Software (C) 2014 Altered Edges, LLC / All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other trademarks and registered trademarks may be the property of their respective owners.

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Alicia Benetz
Director
503-475-7563
United States
alicia.benetz@alterededges.com

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/WordSlug
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/WordSlugGame

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Wed Jan 8, 2014 4:00 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Simplex Spelling Phonics - A Best New App in the US App Store - Published on 01/08/14

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Pyxwise Software's latest app, Simplex Spelling Phonics - Rhyming With CVC Words, has been featured by Apple as a "Best New App" in the educational category of the US App Store. Simplex Spelling Phonics - Rhyming With CVC Words teaches rhyming, segmenting and blending of over 300 three letter consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words. The app is aligned with many of the US Common Core State Standards for Foundational Skills in Reading for Kindergarten.

Edmonton, Canada - Pyxwise Software's latest app "Simplex Spelling Phonics - Rhyming With CVC Words" has been featured by Apple as a "Best New App" in the educational category of the US App Store.

Simplex Spelling Phonics - Rhyming With CVC Words is aligned with many of the US Common Core State Standards for Foundational Skills in Reading for Kindergarten. The app teaches rhyming, segmenting and blending of over 300 three letter consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words.

This newest version of Simplex Spelling can be customized to produce either the primary letter sounds or letter names for the alphabet. Additionally, all words are segmented and blended to help children build the phonemic awareness skills that are critical in becoming a lifelong fluent speller and reader.

Simplex Spelling Phonics - Rhyming With CVC Words extends the Simplex Spelling series to create a comprehensive phonics curriculum that now spans kindergarten through grade 5. Simplex Spelling uses Pyxwise's unique "reverse phonics" approach that acts like a personal spelling coach and guarantees success on every spelling word. A powerful combination of phonics lessons, spelling/word patterns, "reverse phonics", and contextually relevant spelling rules have been seamlessly merged into an effective teaching tool.

Dr. Lisa Welburn the co-founder of Pyxwise Software and the creator of the Simplex Spelling approach stated "We are honored that Simplex Spelling continues to receive such significant recognition as being some of the best apps available for teaching literacy skills".

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

Pricing and Availability:
Simplex Spelling Phonics - Rhyming With CVC Words is available for $4.99 (USD). Available worldwide exclusively on the App Store in the Education category by searching for Pyxwise. Evaluation copies of the Simplex Spelling apps are available upon request for educators, SLPs, OTs, teachers working with technology integration, Journalists, bloggers and app reviewers.

Pyxwise Software: http://www.pyxwise.com/
Simplex Spelling Phonics - Rhyming With CVC Words 2.0.0: http://www.pyxwise.com/ssphonicscvc.html
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/simplex-spelling-phonics-rhyming/id580762950
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Pyxwise Software Inc. is an award winning independent developer of family friendly educational software. It was co-founded by Craig Welburn B.A.Sc, B.Sc. and Lisa Welburn Ph.D. in 2011. The Pyxwise series of applications can be found on the App Store worldwide by searching for 'Pyxwise'. Copyright (C) 2011-2014 Pyxwise Software Inc. All Rights Reserved. Apple, iPad, iPhone and iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

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Craig Welburn
President
Canada
craig@pyxwise.com

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

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Negatives provides a new look for Instagram - Published on 01/08/14

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Independent app developer, Udi Rubinstein introduces Negatives 1.0.0, a new Instagram client for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Negatives provides a new look and feel to the traditional Instagram interface. The app groups photos by the people who uploaded them, so it's much easier to see who uploaded what and when. Each friend is given a "Negative"; that shows all of their photos. The photos are also ordered chronologically where the left most photo is the newest for each friend.

Herzeliya, Israel - Independent app developer, Udi Rubinstein is proud to announce the release of Negatives 1.0.0, a new Instagram client for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Negatives provides a new look and feel to the traditional Instagram interface. Usually, Instagram shows you one photo at a time ordered only chronologically, regardless of who uploaded them, so you can see a photo from one friend, then a photo from another friend and then another photo from the first friend -- this is confusing!

To solve this problem, Negatives groups photos by the people who uploaded them, so it's much easier to see who uploaded what and when. The main view of Negatives shows you all your Instagram friends sorted chronologically, the first friend is the one with the newest photo and so on. Each friend is given a "Negative"; (like in pre-digital cameras) that shows all of their photos. The photos are also ordered chronologically where the left most photo is the newest for each friend.

Building on the approach, I used those 'Negatives' all through the app to provide a more streamlined version to follow your friends photos," explained Udi Rubinstein, developer of Negatives. "For example, tapping a comment will show you all the users and tags that appear in that comment, and each will be given a "Negative"; with that user's tagged photos."

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

Pricing and Availability:
Negatives 1.0.0 is currently Free and available worldwide through the App Store in the Photo & Video category. There is also an Android version available on Google Play.

Negatives 1.0.0: http://www.negativesapp.com
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/negatives/id736734013
Download from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.negativesapp.negatives
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-GnEFvo4JU
Screenshot (iPhone): http://negativesapp.com/img/iphone.png
Screenshot (Android): http://negativesapp.com/img/app-main.png

Based in Herzeliya, Israel, Udi Rubinstein is an individual app developer. Udi has worked on several mobile apps in the past couple of years ranging from games to utility apps. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 Udi Rubinstein. 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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Udi Rubinstein
Owner
972544808536
Israel
udi@negativesapp.com

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/negativesapp

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Wed Jan 8, 2014 4:45 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Raildale - exciting railroad building game is available for preview - Published on 01/08/14

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Indie developer Anton Zherdev is proud to announce the upcoming release of Raildale, a brand new railroad building and management game for iOS and Mac OS X. The rules of the game are rather simple: the gamer connects multi-color cities with railways and has to send trains to same color cities. App reviewers are welcome to contact the develop to preview the game. Raildale will be available at the end of January. During the launch period there will be discount 50%.

Moscow, Russian Federation - Indie developer Anton Zherdev is proud to announce the upcoming release of Raildale, a brand new and exciting railroad building game that promises to offer long-lasting enjoyment to gamers. The rules of the game are rather simple: the gamer connects multi-color cities with railways and has to send trains to same color cities. In case of train crash there are big fines to fix it.

There are many features, like new cities, switches and traffic lights, fines and rewards. Gamers win the level in case of positive balance within a specific time frame. It is not a simple game and it has additional difficulty levels that include express train, extra damages and various surprises.

As Anton Zherdev, developer of Raildale, explains "My intention was to create a game that gamers can enjoy playing. And I believe I succeeded. After several unending tests and thorough polishing of details, I can admit that I really love it."

Raildale is available for preview and app reviewers are welcome to contact the develop to preview the game. Raildale will be available at the end of January 2014 for iOS devices like iPad, iPhone, iPod touch and Mac OS X. During the launch period there will be discount 50%, the price will be $1.99 instead of $3.99 (USD).

Anton Zherdev: http://www.antonzherdev.com
Raildale: http://www.raildale.com
Beta Testing Invitation: http://blog.raildale.com
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RaildaleGame
Press Kit (zip): http://www.raildale.com/download/presskit.zip

Anton Zherdev, developer of Raildale, is an independent game developer with more than 10 years of experience. Raildale is his first game. Anton Zherdev is available for an interview. Copyright (C) 2014 Anton Zherdev. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPad mini, iPod touch, and Mac 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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Anton Zherdev
Developer
+7 903 226 32 43
Russian Federation
info@raildale.com

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LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/anton-zherdev/48/836/84/en
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/RaildaleGame

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Squeak 16: Animate Your Photos with Voice, Sketch and Caption - Published on 01/08/14

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Pelfunc Inc. today announces Squeak 16, a fun new way to interact with pictures. Squeak 16 is a free iPhone App that lets users add voice, sketch, caption and zoom to photos, turning still pictures into 16-second animated video messages. With Squeak 16 photos magically attain a temporal dimension with recorded gestures and commentary. Now users can do more than just like and comment on photos, they can respond with a reply-Squeak, promoting rich conversations.

San Diego, California - Pelfunc Inc. has launched a new product/service called Squeak 16, a free, easy to use, fun iOS App available in the App Store. A Squeak 16 user can add voice, sketch, caption and live zooming to their pictures to create 16-second video messages. Squeak 16 photos magically attain a temporal dimension with recorded gestures and commentary. What began as a picture, with the tap of a record button becomes an animated clip that plays like a video.

Squeaks are uploaded to the Squeak 16 social network and can be viewed in a web browser and accessed from other devices that the user owns. Squeak shatters the status quo by taking user engagement to the next level. Now users can do more than just like and comment on photos, they can respond with a reply-Squeak, promoting rich conversations. They can also follow other users and view Squeaks they are interested in a chronological feed. Squeaks can also be easily be posted to Facebook, Twitter, email, SMS or saved as a video to the camera roll.

Squeak 16 can be used to:
* Post multimedia status updates
* Tell a backdrop story that entertains with humor and suspense or is simply nostalgic
* Add a sound bite or sing a tune
* Make an animated sketch
* Add funny or thoughtful captions
* Share a tip or a trick, or teach a quick topic, like the pronunciation of a word
* Add commentary that allows you to be precise and clear
* Point out what would otherwise go unnoticed in a photo
* Add to a story to an already posted Squeak
* Ask for clarification by pointing to items in a photo
* Showcase a delicious meal
* Make a picture or a video meme
* Share a note or greeting with a loved one with your personal touch
* Give personalized directions
* Journal an idea or a discovery or an exhibit
* Ask a question with a Squeak, and get reply Squeaks, for example if you are shopping for a purse or a shoe and looking for like products

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
* Requires iOS 7.0 or later
* 10.9 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Squeak 16 (v1.0.5) is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Photo & Video category.

Squeak 16 (v1.0.5): https://www.squeak16.com
Download From iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/squeak16-animate-your-photos/id632716854
Vimeo Video (Demo): https://vimeo.com/82036591
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Press Kit (zip): https://s3.amazonaws.com/squeak/press/Squeak_16_Press_Kit.zip

Squeak is a trademarked product/service from Pelfunc Inc., a startup located in San Diego. Pelfunc was founded in June 2010 by two industry veterans Sanjay Nichani and Ray Fix, with over 40 years of software experience and 40 issued patents between them. Pelfunc Inc. has filed a provisional patent related to Squeak technology and in addition holds exclusive licenses to two patents from Stanford University, who is also an equity partner. Copyright (C) 2014 Pelfunc 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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Sanjay Nichani
CEO
United States
info@pelfunc.com

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Launch of the Yes, Drill Sergeant Fitness App From CodeKiwi - Published on 01/08/14

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Yes, Drill Sergeant is a drill sergeant themed fitness app available for iPhone. The free and full featured mobile app comes bundled with engaging content and challenging missions. The app, developed by CodeKiwi Pty Ltd., is initially being distributed on Apple's iTunes store. The Yes, Drill Sergeant app is built with the primary goal of making fitness training a little more enjoyable, employing the use of audio training coaches in the form of drill sergeants.

Cupertino, California - Yes, Drill Sergeant is a drill sergeant themed fitness app available for iPhone. The free and full featured mobile app comes bundled with engaging content and challenging missions. The app, developed by CodeKiwi Pty Ltd., is initially being distributed on Apple's iTunes store.

The Yes, Drill Sergeant app is built with the primary goal of making fitness training a little more enjoyable, employing the use of audio training coaches in the form of drill sergeants. Offering both encouragement and entertainment the sergeants keep things interesting. Simply select your sergeant, mission and favourite music; the sergeants will issue 'orders' and track progress made. Feedback on both complete and incomplete missions provides motivation to push that requisite bit harder.

"The app is ideal for motivating people like me between sessions with a live personal trainer," says Josh Bondy, the lead developer. "Running and park exercises are effective but boring. So we came up with the idea of Yes, Drill Sergeant. It's a fun way to keep motivated while exercising in the park."

Launching in time for the holiday season and is ideal for holding off weight gain and keeping those New Year's resolutions to get in shape. The app supports training missions of various lengths, so even with limited time, it's a matter of grabbing the phone and starting a stimulating and beneficial workout.

App users start out at the rank of private as they build endurance and strength. As they continue to follow orders and assigned missions cadets will move up the ranks. Each sergeant offers different exercises, training styles, and personalities. This means that cadets can choose the training style that's the best fit for them. Some of the trainers focus more on endurance, others on strength, flexibility, or agility. The first drill sergeant, McTesty, is included with the app, which is free for download, and offers the option of selecting other sergeants for a nominal fee.

Josh Bondy adds, "We are launching with an engaging set of missions and options for four sergeants. We have the ability to introduce much more challenging mission and features, but we want our users to drive this" adding that there are extensive feedback features and he expects the direction of the product to be collaborative.

A small army of test users has helped refine the four sergeants available at launch: Sergeant McTesty, Master Chief Hardarse, Master Fu, and Anna Nova. Sergeant McTesty is designed to be intimidating while providing the experience of a marine boot camp, whereas Master Chief Hardarse is tough but fair, offering recruits a taste of basic training. Master Fu offers martial arts themed approach, whereas Anna Nova offers training ideal for an elusive spy.

Recruits benefit from workouts designed for different goals and training levels. Each workout is structured around missions and a points system. Missions include many common exercises, such as push-ups, squats, burpees, lunges, and crunches. Each mission also emphasizes endurance through marching and running orders. They are arranged in challenging yet entertaining sets themed around various training programs.

The app is available from Apple's iTunes store.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch and iPad
* Requires iOS 6.0 or later
* This app is optimized for iPhone 5
* 25.8 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Yes, Drill Sergeant! 1.0.2 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Health & Fitness category.

CodeKiwi: http://yesdrillsergeant.com
Yes, Drill Sergeant! 1.0.2: http://apps.appshout.com/yes-drill-sergeant/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/yes-drill-sergeant!/id646732218
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sv4zgMow9_U
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CodeKiwi is a bespoke software development company based in Melbourne, Australia. The Yes, Drill Sergeant project supported by CodeKiwi and created by a partnership of Josh Bondy and Tim King with over 25 years software experience between the pair. CodeKiwi specialise in the development of customised software solutions, with an emphasis on CRM, decision-support software, and database-driven websites. It is this unique take on data driven design that has been the driving vision behind Yes, Drill Sergeant. Copyright (C) 2014 CodeKiwi. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPad mini, iPod touch, and Mac 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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Free Personal Maps Now Available For All With Major Upgrade of Pin Drop - Published on 01/08/14

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The development team behind Summly, the app sold to Yahoo! for $30m earlier this year, has released a major upgrade of Pin Drop, their "award-winning" iPhone app that lets you create free personal maps of your world. Amazing uses have come to light including; Pro skaters and surfers around the world marking their favourite spots, mountain rescue teams plotting avalanche hotspots, charities using it amongst their outreach teams, real estate agents managing their property portfolios & much more.

Cupertino, California - "Truly intuitive, truly smart, and truly useful."- Stephen Fry

The development team behind Summly, the app sold to Yahoo! for $30m earlier this year, today released a major upgrade of Pin Drop, their [award-winning] iPhone app that lets you create free personal maps of your world.

Andy Ashburner, Founder of Pin Drop, said: "Alongside news, great maps are one of the most essential services we need on our smartphones, but the current mapping services lack personalisation, privacy or the ability to customise. So we created Pin Drop, letting everyone create their own maps in a creative and secure way, easy to share with their friends, family or colleagues."

The app has had 250,000 downloads across 196 countries since it's BETA launch in early 2012. During that time some amazing uses have come to light including; Pro skaters and surfers around the world marking their favourite spots, mountain rescue teams plotting avalanche hotspots, charities using it amongst their outreach teams, real estate agents managing their property portfolios, sales teams managing customers, taxi companies marking where customers skip fares, amazingly a Welsh swimming pool company (there can't be many of them) using it to mark rival swimming pool installations all the way through to multi-national engineering and haulage companies using it to streamline their field teams.

Some of the new features on Pin Drop include:
* Social - Follow friends and curators and import location data from your other social accounts
* Directions - Link with other navigation apps to help you get from A to B
* Pins - Remember places with more rich content and enhanced privacy settings
* Groups - Create groups of friends and colleagues to share your favorite places with
* Collaborate - Create topical eco-systems of content amongst friends or the entire community
* Search - Find everything quickly and easily from one simple search

British actor, writer and blogger Stephen Fry commented "Pin Drop might at first sound like another (yawn) map app, but this is something that once you've used you will move to the front page of your phone. Truly intuitive, truly smart, and truly useful."

Pin Drop is available for free on the App Store and Google Play.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPod touch and iPad
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* This app is optimized for iPhone 5
* 13.4 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Pin Drop 3.0.4 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Travel category.

Caffeinehit: http://pindropapp.com
Pin Drop 3.0.4: http://apps.appshout.com/pin-drop/
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Pin Drop was born out of the limitations of other mobile mapping applications. They're aiming to make Pin Drop the default social mapping platform on mobile, helping you to stream your business or simply to help you enjoy the world around you. The app is designed and developed by the small but perfectly formed award-winning team at Caffeinehit from their studios in Shoreditch, London. Copyright (C) 2014 Caffeinehit. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPad mini, iPod touch, and Mac 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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Mac task list app Taskdeck adds Cloud sync, iOS companion app - Published on 01/08/14

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Austrian indie Mac & iOS developer Karl Traunmueller today released a major update to Taskdeck for Mac, the Mac task and to-do list app. The new release adds, among other improvements, world-class Cloud sync that puts Taskdeck on par with big names like Wunderlist or Things. At the same time, an iOS companion app, Taskdeck for iOS, has been launched to bring the Taskdeck experience to mobile devices. Sync between desktop and mobile is handled by a new Cloud sync platform called Taskdeck Cloud.

Linz, Austria - Austrian indie Mac & iOS developer, Karl Traunmueller today released a major update to Taskdeck for Mac, the Mac task and to-do list app. The new release adds, among other improvements, world-class Cloud sync that puts Taskdeck on par with big names like Wunderlist or Things. At the same time, an iOS companion app, Taskdeck for iOS, has been launched to bring the Taskdeck experience to mobile devices. Sync between desktop and mobile is handled by a newly introduced Cloud sync platform called Taskdeck Cloud.

Taskdeck provides lightweight, low-overhead task and to-do management. The unobtrusive menu bar application with its iOS-inspired drill-down user interface can be activated on any virtual desktop through a system-wide hotkey, without having to switch between application windows or desktops.

Says Karl Traunmueller, the developer of Taskdeck: "Efficient, low-overhead task management is essential to my daily work as a software developer. With Taskdeck, I wanted to create something that would allow me to collect and manage tasks with as little interruption to my workflow as possible. Creating, prioritizing, modifying, or completing tasks should be quick and easy."

Besides essential task list app features such as due dates, drag & drop prioritization, or searching and filtering, Taskdeck also offers a tagging system for categorization of tasks, file attachment (a feature not commonly found in task list apps), Dropbox integration for attachment synchronization, and zero-interaction Cloud sync.

The new Cloud sync feature keeps lists and tasks constantly in sync across mobile and desktop apps. Changes are replicated almost instantly, typically in less than three seconds. Subtle animations hint the user at where changes occur: if, for example, a task gets moved within a list on a Mac, the task will animate to that same slot on a connected iPhone or iPad just seconds later.

Karl Traunmueller adds: "Very few task list apps get sync right, at least at the granularity I expect from a proper sync implementation. I wanted flawless, near-realtime sync that requires no user attention whatsoever. To put it more blatantly: sync that doesn't suck. And I'm extremely pleased with the result, Taskdeck's sync is pretty amazing."

The new infrastructure that makes this all possible is called Taskdeck Cloud. User who want to use Cloud sync need to sign up by providing an email and a password. A free 15-day Cloud sync trial is activated for all newly created accounts. After that trial period, Taskdeck Cloud requires a paid subscription that costs $2.99 (USD) per 30 days, available as an in-app purchase in Taskdeck for iOS.

Features:
* iOS-inspired drill-down user interface for efficient task management
* Simple organization principle: related tasks are grouped into lists
* Simple prioritization principle: order (of tasks) equals priority
* Badges on each list indicate the number of open, due, or overdue tasks
* Due or overdue tasks are signaled by a change in the menu bar icon's color
* Effortless drag & drop prioritization of tasks
* Tags for quick categorization of tasks
* Image, file, or URL attachments
* Dropbox integration for file and image attachment sync
* QuickLook preview of attachments
* Global shortcut for quick access on any desktop

System Requirements:
* Mac OS X Lion Version 10.7.4 or higher
* 64-bit Intel Processor
* 6.1 MB Hard Drive space

Pricing and Availability:
Taskdeck 1.1 can be purchased for $2.99 (USD) in our secure online store. A fully functional 30-day trial is available for download. User who prefer to purchase the app in the Mac App Store can do so as well, as Taskdeck is also available on the Mac App Store.

Taskdeck 1.1: http://taskdeckapp.com
Download Trial: http://taskdeckapp.com/downloads/Taskdeck.dmg
Purchase and Download (MAS): https://itunes.apple.com/at/app/taskdeck/id635716848?mt=12
Screenshot: http://taskdeckapp.com/img/screenshots/mac/attachments.jpg
App Icon: http://taskdeckapp.com/img/taskdeck-mac.png

Located in Linz, Austria, indie developer Karl Traunmueller develops focused, lightweight, and easy to use Mac and iOS apps. All Material and Software (C) 2013 Karl Traunmueller / All Rights Reserved. Apple and Mac are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Austria
karl@microlarge.com

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Enfocus Switch PDF Imposition Server Bundle Offers Automated Imposition - Published on 01/09/14

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ThePowerXChange and XChange UK, the sources for extended technology worldwide are excited to announce a new, limited time bundle. This special bundle includes PitStop Server, the Switch Core Engine, the Configurator Module with 1-Year Maintenance and Support plus Quite Hot Imposing. Coupled with the power of Enfocus Switch and PitStop Server, Quite Hot Imposing can automate the creation of any required imposition and deliver the imposed sheets as press ready PDFs with no manual intervention.

Carson City, NV, US and London, UK - ThePowerXChange and XChange UK, the sources for extended technology worldwide are excited to announce a new, limited time bundle that includes $12,438/GBP8259 worth of software for only $9,850/GBP6995! This special bundle includes PitStop Server, the Switch Core Engine, the Configurator Module with 1-Year Maintenance and Support plus Quite Hot Imposing.

"We have a lot of printers and in-house production facilities who contact us looking for a complete solution for their workflow needs. This bundle offers just that - at a savings," states Tami Stodghill, Press Relations Manager at XChange UK and ThePowerXChange. "The products included in this powerful bundle are proven and popular products and they include powerful feature sets that make setting up the processes intuitive. By automating their production, customers can free up staff time, improve client services, focus on creative tasks and be assured their jobs are error-free."

Solutions that can remove repetitive and time-consuming tasks from a user's workflow are key technologies to focus on in 2014 as more and more businesses recognize the need and value of automation. By offering a complete solution at substantial savings, users can see a return on their investment in no time.

PitStop Server 12 automates optimising and increasing the quality of PDF files for different purposes like printing, web, trouble-free viewing on iPad or even long-term archiving. PitStop Server offers significant opportunities to automate production processes as it brings editing and correction to the next level without requiring user interaction. Users can embed fonts, convert or remap colors, renumber pages, set correct page boxes, apply stamps, insert cover pages, move, rotate, and scale objects - these are just a few of the possibilities. Built-in transparency flattening options allow users to ensure consistent results when outputting to different devices.

Switch 11 eliminates the need for people to perform repetitive tasks associated with receiving and sorting files. Switch automatically downloads files from multiple FTP servers, receives them as email attachments, or handles any number of network hot folders. It then sorts files into different folders using virtually unlimited criteria, processes the files as required and optionally delivers them to an appropriate destination in a very flexible manner, so that every file is ready for further processing or archiving.

Quite Hot Imposing 3 was designed to be a very intuitive and easy to use imposition powerhouse. Quite Hot Imposing uses XML instruction sets to create reusable imposition sequences that completely automate the historically manual process of creating press-ready impositions. Quite Hot Imposing uses XML instruction sets to create reusable imposition sequences that completely automate the historically manual process of creating press-ready impositions. Quite Hot Imposing allows you to create sheet size specific templates, and export them to an XML file.

Coupled with the power of Enfocus Switch and PitStop Server, Quite Hot Imposing can automate the creation of any required imposition and deliver the imposed sheets as press ready PDFs to a digital or conventional printer queue, with no manual intervention!

The Switch PDF Imposition Server Bundle is available now through XChange UK and ThePowerXChange worldwide. Academic licenses are excluded. To order, or for more information, users can visit the websites or call during business hours.

XChange UK (UK & Ireland) Switch PDF Imposition Server Bundle: http://www.xchangeuk.com/pd/detail/PSQIAPUKE0012M01/switch_pdf_imposition_server_bundle_uk_ie_.html
ThePowerXChange (North America) Switch PDF Imposition Server Bundle: http://www.thepowerxchange.com/switch_pdf_imposition_server_bundle_10855_prd1.html

ThePowerXChange and XChange UK are leading suppliers of PDF workflow and automation tools, desktop graphic and publishing applications, QuarkXTension(R) technology; Adobe InDesign(R), Acrobat(R) and Photoshop(R) Plug-ins(R) and other design and publishing utilities. Both companies offer extended technology products from across the world specific to the print, pre-press, publishing and creative industries and make them available to an extensive user base via their their web sites.

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Tami Stodghill
Press Relations
877-940-0600
United States
tstodghill@thepowerxchange.com

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