3/04/2014

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Digest #3375

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Mon Mar 3, 2014 9:00 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Electric Crow Games Releases Billy Bolts: MFK 1.0 for iPad - Published on 03/03/14

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Electric Crow Games, LLC today introduces Billy Bolts: My Fathers Keeper 1.0, their first interactive story book for iPad and Android. Billy Bolts MFK contains 27 pages of interactive story driven adventure that includes the ability to build one of two variations of robots, mini games and the like. The reader can interact with the book to trigger various effects and animations. Some of these animations are just for fun while others have an effect on the story itself.

Independence, Kentucky - Electric Crow Games, LLC today is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of Billy Bolts: My Fathers Keeper 1.0, their first interactive story book now available for the iPad through Apple's App Store and for Android through Google Play. Billy Bolts MFK contains 27 pages of interactive story driven adventure that includes the ability to build one of two variations of robots, mini games and the like. The reader can interact with the book to trigger various effects and animations. Some of these animations are just for fun while others have an effect on the story itself.

The story of Billy Bolts: MFK is actually based on real life events of its creator, Jason Appleton and contains messages related to dealing with bullies, growing up without a father and forgiveness. "Creating Billy Bolts was an emotional ride, I have to admit. Some of the lines in the book were things my father and I said to each other the first time we met and it still brings tears to my eyes thinking of that day." explains Appleton. "This book is my release of the tension caused by his absence throughout the first 21 years of my life and my way of forgiving him for his past. My hope is that children who read this book pick up on the messages within and find at least some peace in the midst of the various forms of frustration and uncertainty caused by growing up without a parent."

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

Pricing and Availability:
Billy Bolts: My Fathers Keeper 1.0 is $2.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Books category. It is also available for Android on Google Play. Please visit Billy Bolts MFK online for a complete press kit containing a variety of assets for use in reviews or spotlights of the book. Electric Crow Games, LLC is currently developing a Massively Multiplayer Online Game preparing to launch its Alpha test phase in March, 2014.

Billy Bolts MFK 1.0: http://www.billybolts.com
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/billy-bolts-mfk/id826272616
Screenshot (Robot Build): http://www.billybolts.com/images/billyboltsrobotbuild1.png
Screenshot: http://www.billybolts.com/images/billyboltsscreen1.png
App Icon: http://www.billybolts.com/images/billy512icon.png
Media Assets: http://www.billybolts.com/press/

Electric Crow Games, LLC is an independent games developer currently working on a massively multi-player online game and interactive story books for kids. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 Electric Crow Games, 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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Jason Appleton
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513-258-3545
United States
Jason@jasonappleton.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/billybolts

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Mon Mar 3, 2014 11:45 am (PST) . Posted by:

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One-of-a-kind Apple Products - Published on 03/03/14

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California based Alchaemy introduces their new MacBook pro customizations for the MacBook Pro, Retina, and Air family. Alchaemy specializes in taking standard, run-of-the-mill Apple products and turning them into works of art. Alchaemy doesn't paint your MacBook Pro; they anodize it the way Apple does so it has the same finish. Alchaemy can also customize your MacBook pro retina in 15 cool color options, plus a matching 27" thunderbolt display in 24kt Gold.

Los Angeles, California - Alchaemy introduces their new MacBook pro customizations for the MacBook Pro, Retina, and Air family. They now offer the new Mac Pro in 24kt Gold for those with a taste for luxury in the office. Alchaemy doesn't paint your MacBook Pro; they anodize it the way Apple does so it has the same finish. Alchaemy can also customize your MacBook pro retina in 15 cool color options, plus a matching 27" thunderbolt display in 24kt Gold.

"I had to smile yesterday as I was reading Mike Wehner's plea for a black MacBook Air, because I knew how easy that would be to accomplish," explained Steven Sande writer for The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW). "It would be just as easy as having a 24 carat gold iPad mini, a reflective red Mac Pro or a metallic green iPhone 5s. In case you think that all of these are impossible, they're not. All it takes is a little Alchaemy."

Alchaemy specializes in taking standard, run-of-the-mill Apple products and turning them into works of art. There are two processes: COLORZ, which coats the standard aluminum with the color of your choice, and SHYNE, which plates your device in chrome, black diamond (I think this might be what Mike would like...), or 24K gold.

You can send in an existing device to be transformed, or buy a new one. For MacBooks, you can change the color of the keyboard backlight, accent the laptop with a different trackpad coating, and even personalize the device with laser etching or glowing text.

Prices vary depending on exactly what you want done, but if you're interested in a truly one-of-a-kind Apple device, Alchaemy can enable the transformation. There is a short video demonstrating how the company's online design tool works.

Some may call these customizations gaudy or tacky, others may see them as a true reflection of their personality. Whatever your feeling, it's good to know that if you want to stand out in the crowd, Alchaemy has your back.

System/Device Requirements:
* MacBook Pro, Retina, Air family
* iPad Family
* iPhone 4s/5s family
* 2013 Mac Pro
* Beats by Dre Pro

Pricing and Availability:
Pricing varies by customization request and system to be customized. Basic customizations start as low as $99 (USD).

Alchaemy: http://www.alchaemy.com
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bL4Pnh5Pixg

Alchaemy is a Los Angeles based customization shop which customizes Apple Products in 24kt Gold. The company specializes in repairs, anodizing, plating, laser engraving and custom back-light logos. Alchaemy was founded in 2011 and serves corporations, artist and everyday consumers. Copyright (C) 2014 Alchaemy. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, Macintosh and Mac OS X platforms are trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Joel Toussaint
Owner
800-461-6792
United States
pious@alchaemy.com

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

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Tue Mar 4, 2014 1:30 am (PST) . Posted by:

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Windows to iPad/iPhone File Sharing just got Easy - Published on 03/04/14

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Indie UK developer, Chris Ridings today introduces My Drive for iOS 1.0, a new app that makes file sharing between your iPad or iPhone and your Windows PC easy. Acting just like a drive within Windows made this app unique on the App Store. Easily import files from other apps using "Open In" and choosing My Drive for iOS. The file is then instantly accessible in the My Drive for iOS app or in Windows Explorer on the PC. The app requires no client software to be installed on the Windows PC.

Guildford, United Kingdom - Chris Ridings, an independent UK developer, is proud to announce the release of My Drive for iOS 1.0, a new app that makes file sharing between your iPad or iPhone and your Windows PC easy.

"Fed up with constantly having to plug and unplug the iPad to my computer and remember to upload modified versions of files, i made an app that acts as if it was a wireless USB drive," explained app developer Chris Ridings. "This enabled files to easily be wirelessly copied to the device and edited with apps on the iPad (or iPhone) itself or directly from Windows."

Acting just like a drive within Windows made this app unique on the App Store. A feature that seems to have been appreciated in India, initially propelling it to the number 2 app in the Utility category of the App Store and 18 overall. My Drive for iOS requires no client software to be installed on the Windows PC, it just works. It boasts the following features:

* Access files directly from Windows Explorer (no client software needed)
* Supports all Windows file management functions (open,delete,rename,create directory,thumbnail,etc)
* Access photo library (albums/photos) from Windows in a folder (open, thumbnail, copy paste)
* App file management functions (move, delete, rename)
* App preview files and then - open in, print, mail, message, airdrop

Effortlessly import files from other apps using "Open In" and choosing My Drive for iOS. The file is then instantly accessible in the My Drive for iOS app or in Windows Explorer on the PC. These days Chris' regular USB drive is left in a draw, his iPad does it all wirelessly, and his iPad only gets a cable plugged in when it needs charging.

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

Pricing and Availability:
My Drive for iOS 1.0 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Utilities category.

Chris Ridings: http://www.chrisridings.com/
My Drive for iOS 1.0: http://www.chrisridings.com/myiosdrive/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/my-drive-for-ios/id807030737
YouTube Video (Demo): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8zayn1s2ik
Screenshot: http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/58/9a/67/589a67ae-8cd9-b401-fdfc-846b1bd725d6/screen568x568.jpeg
App Icon: http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple6/v4/d0/f6/d2/d0f6d287-56b9-0307-af46-1a14826e6380/mzl.jhrznrqj.175x175-75.jpg

Chris Ridings is an independent UK developer specialising in web and network coding and app development. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 Chris Ridings. 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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Chris Ridings
Developer
United Kingdom
chris.ridings@gmail.com

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/chris.ridings.104
Twitter Profile: http://www.twitter.com/ChrisRidings3

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