3/01/2014

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Digest #3372

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Fri Feb 28, 2014 5:00 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Weather Pod for iOS - Elegant and Unique Weather Discovery - Published on 02/28/14

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UK based app developer, Rory Buckley today announces Weather Pod 2.0, a major update to his popular weather discovery app for iOS. Weather Pod balances visual simplicity with advanced weather intelligence to give the user fast, accurate and frequently updated weather information, based on their current location. Version 2.0 boasts a completely new and different design, offering a fast and simple user experience, taking full advantage of iOS swipe and touch functionality.

Devon, United Kingdom - App developer Rory Buckley today is proud to announce a major update to Weather Pod, his popular weather discovery app for iOS. Version update 2.0 boasts a complete new look and feel, with many major alterations to the user interface, with the addition of new features and functions.

The update is inspired by Rory Buckley's original vision for Weather Pod. His ultimate goal for the app has always been for simple, elegant & fast weather discovery and he feels that version 2.0 has accomplished much, if not all of this.

Existing users will see many major visual changes, as Weather Pod no longer uses live motion video backgrounds. Instead, version 2.0 cleverly uses background graphics that reflect what the users live weather conditions are currently doing, so a user can expect to see rain showers & snow flurries if & when it's literately happening in their location.

The app is completely dependant on touch & swipe gestures to reveal & hide different sections of the users weather. Touching the main rain drop focuses on quick & simple navigation between weather summaries, ranging from live (updated every minute) conditions, plus an hourly, daily & weekly summary. The user can then discover a detailed 7 day forecast, daily astronomy, almanac and not to forget live weather alerts & nearby storms. These features can all be accessed using the appropriate swiping gesture.

Rory Buckley confidently believes that Weather Pod 2.0 has great potential & appeal. The app has experienced impressive worldwide chart positions over the last 12 months & he strongly believes that the best is yet to come.

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

Pricing and Availability:
Weather Pod 2.0 is only $0.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Weather category.

Weather Pod 2.0: http://weatherpodapp.tumblr.com
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/weather-pod-live-conditions/id640044820
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Rory Buckley understands what it takes to make a great app and is driven by his passion to create quality, unique products. Copyright (C) 2014 Rory Buckley. 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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Rory Buckley
Owner
United Kingdom
rory40@btopenworld.com

Twitter Profile: http://twitter.com/WeatherPodApp

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Fri Feb 28, 2014 7:30 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Presentime Synchronized Presentation Timer for iOS 7 Gets a New Buzz - Published on 02/28/14

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Massachusetts-based Midnight Oil Enterprises, LLC, has released Presentime 1.3 for iOS, an update to their synchronized countdown timer for speakers and performers. Presentime supports direct device-to-device synchronization, so a device at the podium can be adjusted on the fly by a moderator or colleague in the audience. The update adds a "stop now!" buzzer button that, when pressed by the moderator, sounds, vibrates, and flashes the screen on synchronized devices, urging a timely finish.

Amherst, Massachusetts - Gone are the days of holding up fingers or minutes-remaining signs for the presenter to notice or interrupting speakers to tell them that they are out of time. Midnight Oil Enterprises, LLC has announced the release of Presentime 1.3 for iOS, an update to their synchronized countdown timer for speakers and performers. Presentime is an easy-to-use countdown timer with a big difference. In addition to operating as a stand-alone timer, Presentime can be used as a broadcasting Master Timer or synchronized with a Master Timer.

Presentime incorporates iOS 7's Multipeer Connectivity for direct device-to-device interaction, so a device at the podium can be adjusted on the fly by a moderator or colleague in the audience. A quick glance at the Presentime app from time to time is all that is needed to adapt to the time remaining.

The latest update adds a "please stop now!" buzzer button that appears on the Master Timer once the allotted time has expired. When pressed by the moderator, the screen on a synchronized device flashes brightly, accompanied by a bell sound and vibration.

"We've all attended, or even been in charge of, meetings where some presenters continue well past their allotted time," says Midnight Oil Enterprises co-founder Dan Corkill. "With Presentime's new 'Buzz' button, the moderator can remind everyone near the podium (repeatedly, if necessary) that it is time to stop. It's a must-have feature for session chairs who'd rather not have to interrupt an overrunning speaker to tell them they're done."

Synchronized, on-the-fly adjustment:
Meeting chairs or directors can pause the Master Timer if the presenter is interrupted and even adjust the time remaining on the fly, if appropriate. Changes made at the Master Timer device are reflected at all synchronized devices. Synchronization uses iOS 7's Multipeer Connectivity framework, which enables direct device-to-device discovery and connection via WiFi or bluetooth without a network connection or bluetooth pairing. Direct synchronization is ideal for venues without internet access.

Using Presentime is fast and easy:
To set the presentation time, simply touch the Set button and then slide your finger up and down on the time display, Time-remaining alert settings are adjusted by sliding the yellow, orange, and red alert marks left and right. Then touch the Start button to begin timing.

During the presentation, the allotted time can be adjusted up or down in thirty-second amounts by using the two time-adjustment buttons that appear in context. The time added or removed is indicated on the countdown display. The time-remaining alert marks can also be adjusted during the presentation, if appropriate, and a Pause/Resume button is also available. As the time remaining drops below each alert setting, the display background changes color to alert the presenter. The alert can be augmented with optional sound or, on iPhones, vibration.

If the alloted time has expired, the display flashes every second to catch the presenter's attention. Sound or vibration when the time has expired is also available. Timing is stopped by touching the End button for one second, and preparing for the next presenter begins again by touching the Set button. Default allotted and alert-time values can be adjusted in the app's Settings screen, so setting up the next in a series of equal length presentations requires touching only the Set and then the Start buttons.

Synchronizing devices is equally simple. All that is needed is to select "Synched" on the segmented mode control and then enter the four-digit connection ID of the Master Timer.

Major features:
* Direct device-to-device discovery and synchronization via WiFi or bluetooth without a network connection or bluetooth pairing
* Adjustable yellow, orange, and red time-remaining alert settings and flashing time-expired notification with optional sound or vibration
* Quick presentation-time and time-remaining alert setting using gestures
* "Night" mode for darkly lit rooms

Three operating modes:
1) Stand-alone timer
2) Broadcasting Master Timer
3) Synchronized with a Master Timer

New in Presentime version 1.3:
* Master Timer "Please stop now" buzz button that signals synchronized devices to vibrate, play a sound, and flash their screens
* Sounds and vibrations are now silenced automatically in Master Timer mode

Supports all devices running iOS 7 or later. Ad hoc peer-to-peer wireless networking requires:
* iPhone 5 or later
* iPad Air or 4th generation
* iPad mini
* iPod touch 5th generation
* Universal Application
* 1.8 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Presentime 1.3 is $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Productivity category. It is a free upgrade from earlier versions.

Midnight Oil Enterprises, LLC: http://mn-oil.com/
Presentime 1.3: http://mn-oil.com/Presentime
Purchase and Download: http://itunes.apple.com/app/id777654864
In-Browser Demo: https://app.io/DUeQpJ?ios7=true
Screenshots: http://mn-oil.com/Presentime/press/screenshots.html
App Icon: http://mn-oil.com/Presentime/images/Presentime-logo.png

Midnight Oil Enterprises, LLC was founded in 2009 by Susan Lander and Dan Corkill. Located in Amherst, Massachusetts, we strive to produce high quality iOS apps that are intuitive and easy to use. Copyright (C) 2014 Midnight Oil Enterprises, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Presentime is a trademark of Midnight Oil Enterprises, LLC. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Dan Corkill
Co-Founder
413-256-8990
United States
corkill@mn-oil.com

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/PresentimeApp
Twitter Profile: http://twitter.com/mn_oil

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Fri Feb 28, 2014 8:30 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Baby Owl's Dress Up - Interactive Fun for kids of All Ages - Published on 02/28/14

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Hare Squared LLC announces the release of Baby Owl's Dress Up, a kids game for the App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon App Store. Choose from 12 fully interactive scenes to explore as you dress Baby Owl in silly outfits. e a fire fighter, an astronaut, or a king. Visit Paris, go camping, or perform in a circus. Imaginations will run wild. Variety of kid themed activities to entertain and delight. There is a parent's menu only accessible by parents.

St Augustine, Florida - Hare Squared LLC is proud to announce the release of Baby Owl's Dress Up for the App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon App Store is a fully interactive dress up game for children of all ages. Dress Baby Owl in countless silly outfits. Explore 12 fully interactive scenes loaded with fun surprises. Be a fire fighter, an astronaut, or a king. Visit Paris, go camping, or perform in a circus. Imaginations will run wild.

Feature Highlights:
* Countless outfit combinations
* 12 fully interactive scenes
* Variety of kid themed activities to entertain and delight
* A parent's menu only accessible by parents

"Baby Owl's Dress Up is my best app to date. Kids love it. I designed the game with my daughter in mind and built it to her exacting standards," says Paxton Hare, owner of Hare Squared LLC. "I hope that this game entertains your kids as much as it has mine."

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
* Requires iOS 6.0 or later
* 62.4 MB

Pricing and availability
Baby Owl's Dress Up 1.0 is free and available worldwide through the App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon App Store. One In-App purchase is available to unlock all of the interactive scenes.

Hare Squared: http://www.babyowlgames.com
Baby Owl's Dress Up 1.0: http://www.babyowlgames.com/educational-apps-for-kids/baby-owl-dress-up
Download From iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/baby-owls-dress-up/id804874210
Press Kit: http://www.babyowlgames.com/press
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Hare Squared LLC is Paxton Hare, a one man independent game development studio focusing on games for children. I strive to make games that my daughter enjoys playing with the hopes of entertaining your children as well.

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Paxton Hare
President
United States
paxton@haresquared.com

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/babyowlgames
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/babyowlgames

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Fri Feb 28, 2014 9:00 am (PST) . Posted by:

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One Direction meets Flappy Bird - Magic Carpet 1D Edition now available - Published on 02/28/14

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Harry, Liam , Zayn , Louis and Niall got a Magic Carpet. JH Digital Solutions presents their latest addition, Magic Carpet - 1D edition for One Direction fans around the world. Game has simply, fun and terrible addicting gameplay. Player needs to help them to fly as long as possible and collect as many hearts as possible. Gameplay mechanics are similar to the hit game Flappy Bird but it is not as frustratingly hard. Compete against each other with Game Center Leaderboards integration.

Imatra, Finland - JH Digital Solutions presents their latest addition, Magic Carpet - 1D edition for One Direction fans around the world.

Game has simply, fun and terrible addicting gameplay. Harry, Liam , Zayn , Louis and Niall got a Magic Carpet. Player needs to help them to fly as long as possible and collect as many hearts as possible. Gameplay mechanics are similar to the hit game Flappy Bird but it is not as frustratingly hard. One Direction fans around the world can also compete against each other with game Game Center Leaderboards integration.

JH Digital Solutions explains , "One Direction fans went totally crazy after launch of our Harry Dive game. They really liked the game and wanted more. One constructive feedback we received was that all the boys needed a game, not just Harry Styles. So we created Magic Carpet 1D Edition! We spend hours to make game play and graphics perfect for the target audience and hopefully we succeeded on that. Google Play ratings are currently 4.7 on scale 1-5 and we are really happy about that!"

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 4/4S/5, iPod touch (5th generation), and iPad
* Requires iOS 7.0 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* 10.6 MB

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

JH Digital Solutions: http://www.1directiongames.net/
Magic Carpet 1.0: https://itunes.apple.com/app/magic-carpet-1d-edition/id823475501
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J.H. Digital Solutions, founded in 2008, is the producer of a number of popular mobile apps such as Pop the Monster, Push-Up Workout, Word Champion, Times Tables for Kids, and Christmas Games for Kids. They produce their fun, high quality apps in a number of languages for international use and application. Founder Jari Huomo started the company in his basement and has been launching great gaming and educational apps for a number of years. Copyright (C) 2014 J.H. Digital Solutions. 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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Jari Huomo
CEO
Finland
feedback@jarihuomo.com

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Fri Feb 28, 2014 11:00 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Rivet News Radio Talks Civic Reform in Chicago - Published on 02/28/14

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Charlie Meyerson goes in-depth with the Better Government Association's Chief Andy Shaw in the latest installment of Rivet's Panorama series. Rivet News Radio empowers on-the-go news enthusiasts to connect to your world by easily creating your customized news radio through a simple and engaging app. The Better Government Association is a Chicago-based nonprofit, nonpartisan watchdog group that works for integrity, transparency and accountability in government.

Chicago, Illinois - A transparent, effective and ethical government is what the Better Government Association (BGA) has fought for since the 1920s in Chicago. Since his joining the BGA in 2009, Andy Shaw has led more than 80 of the organization's 280 pending investigations.

"I know what good government and bad government looks like...[This job is] a good opportunity to use my skills and to try to recreate a vibrant, effective watchdog organization," said Shaw, a long-time Chicago journalist, who sat down with Charlie Meyerson for Panorama, one of Rivet News Radio's signature programs.

Shaw held up the BGA's "Rescuing Illinois Project" as a shining example of the association's impact. In 2012, the BGA uncovered $265 million in taxpayer-funded payouts to retired public school employees for unused sick and vacation days.

Panorama is an up-close and personal series featuring the people, places and events shaping the world. An original production of Rivet News Radio, Panorama is hosted by Chicago news veteran and Rivet's head of news, Charlie Meyerson. Bringing years of journalistic experience Meyerson formerly worked for rock station WXRT-FM; the Chicago Tribune; and WGN-AM, where, as news director, he led his team to awards for Best Newscast and Outstanding News Operation.

About The Better Government Association:
The Better Government Association is a Chicago-based nonprofit, nonpartisan watchdog group that works for integrity, transparency and accountability in government by exposing corruption and inefficiency; identifying and advocating effective public policy; and engaging and mobilizing the public to achieve authentic and responsible reform.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
* Requires iOS 5.0 or later
* 3.7 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Rivet News Radio 1.30 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the News category.

Rivet News Radio 1.30: http://www.rivetnewsradio.com/
Andy Shaw Interview: http://rivetnewsradio.com/signature-programs/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/rivet-news-radio/id766086140
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HearHere Radio is an angel-stage company backed by founders, friends, and strategic investors, building a news radio experience for today's mobile consumer. The company's flagship product, Rivet News Radio, is an app designed to deliver personalized local, national and world news directly to smartphone users. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 HearHere Radio, 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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Nancy Briscoe
Public Relations Manager
914-309-0404
United States
nancy@appular.com

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/RivetNewsRadio
LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/company/hearhere-radio-llc
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/RivetRadio

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