4/03/2014

[MacNews] Digest Number 3412

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Digest #3412

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Wed Apr 2, 2014 2:45 pm (PDT) . Posted by:

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Newly Launched App Stryke Redefines Fun Via Humorous Stryke Videos - Published on 04/02/14

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Global Delight announces Stryke, its spanking new iPhone app. Stryke allows users to troll their friends and have loads of fun. It converts everyday moments with friends into hilarious GIFs. Anyone can record fun moments with friends or pick a video from their camera roll and thumb through to create a loop from a funny action. Users can also add witty message and fun music to create a Stryke video, as well as earn a point every time they �Stryke� a friend.

Cupertino, California - Global Delight is pleased to announce the release of their spanking new iPhone app called �Stryke�. Stryke is an app that allows users to troll their friends & have loads of fun. It converts everyday moments with friends into hilarious GIFs and is available now for iPhone.

Stryke videos are short 6-second clips with a funny looping action that�ll make viewers roll on the floor laughing. Anyone can record fun moments with friends or pick a video from their camera roll and thumb through to create a loop from a funny action. Users can also add witty message and fun music to create a Stryke video. To top this, users also earn a point every time they �Stryke� a friend; individual scores with users pals can also be kept.

Anyone can Stryke their friends and watch the fun explode in the rib tickling conversations that follow. But what�s friendship without some leg pulling, a few irritating taunts and a couple of sniggers. Friends always tend to get a little competitive to get the upper hand and now friends can strike back with wittier �Stryke� videos. All Stryke videos are private though users can choose to share a video on Facebook or via email, and within a group users can also choose to go anonymous in a conversation and play tricks with their pals.

The app is also packaged with a set of uber-awesome emoticons. From �I wanna blow my head off� to �dude, you�re in for big trouble�, Stryke�s instantly addictive emoticons are sure to portray every thought and emotion possible.

Created and received Stryke videos are collected as a video library on device and can also be reused with different text and music and a later time. These videos are so dynamic that they serve as new in different contexts, and can be repurposed by adding new witty text and by selecting insanely funny sounds from the Stryke sound library. Users can also discover from within the app, some of the most hilarious Stryke videos and updates from the Stryke Team.

Availability and Requirements:
Stryke, the ultimate app for anyone to get the most out of fun time with your friends, is a free app available for download on Apple�s App Store. The app supports iPhone 5s, iPhone 5C, iPhone 5, iPhone 4S and iPod touch (5th Gen).

Stryke 0.9.3: http://www.stryk.es
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id787231763
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App Icon: http://apps.appshout.com/stryke-troll-your-friends/images/icon.png
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We at Global Delight are a motley crew of Mac and iPhone aficionados, fun-loving artists and right-brained technologists coming together as one quirky family! We have to our credit some of the most memorable apps, such as an award winning volume booster app, a simply gorgeous screen capture software and some of the most popular camera and video recording & editing apps for the iPhone/iPod touch. Creating something exceptional and unique is what we always strive for. We adore every Apple product and wish to create a great experience through our 'apps' for all Apple users. Global Delight are based in India and their app portfolio currently has 11 million active users and has received a number of prestigious awards, including: Macworld Best of Show, Apple "App of the Week" and App Store Best of 2012. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 Global Delight. 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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Wed Apr 2, 2014 3:00 pm (PDT) . Posted by:

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Meteovista Launches New iPad App Worldwide - Published on 04/02/14

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Meteovista launches Meteovista HD 1.0.3 for iPad, now available worldwide in the App Store. Using weather forecasts compiled by an in-house teams of meteorologist experts, Meteovista HD is a truly unique app that is fully customizable to suit each user's needs. For everywhere in the world there is a choice of: the weather for today and tomorrow, rainfall radar, weekly overview, maps showing the weather, wind and weather ratings, conditions for outdoor activities and health.

Cupertino, California - Meteovista describes Meteovista HD for iPad as the best weather app available for the iPad. The app has been available in the Netherlands since June 2013 and has already been crowned the best weather app in the Netherlands. Receiving 400,000 downloads since launch, and winning the TMG public award for "best weather app", it has obtained a larger user-base and greater acclaim that leading competitors such as Yahoo Weather.

Customer's wishes:
During its development, with app-developer Touchwonders, taking account of users' wishes was paramount. Since the app is entirely made up of widgets, it can be completely configured in the way any user requires. With a choice of 6 different widgets the user decides what they want to see. For everywhere in the world there is a choice of: the weather for today and tomorrow, rainfall radar, weekly overview, maps showing the weather, wind and weather ratings, conditions for outdoor activities and health.

For more details, each individual widget can be opened to view a larger version and by using multiple walls (screens) users can add in as much real-time information as required.

Rainfall radar and rainfall forecast:
In addition to weather forecast information, Meteovista HD also includes a free rainfall radar. There is also rainfall prediction for every individual location. This lets users know exactly when it will rain and how much.

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

Pricing and Availability:
Meteovista HD 1.0.3 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Weather category. In the near future the smartphone app for Android and iPhone will also be available.

Meteovista: http://www.meteovista.co.uk
Meteovista HD 1.0.3: http://apps.appshout.com/meteovista-hd/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/meteovista-hd/id710480279
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App Icon: http://apps.appshout.com/meteovista-hd/images/icon.png

Since 2001 Meteovista has grown to become one of the biggest weather companies in the Netherlands with products and services for both private and business markets. Every month more than 6 million people visit Meteovista websites for their daily weather information and Meteovista has won many national awards for their unique products. With an in-house team of meteorologists, Meteovista has also started to rollout in other European countries. There are apps and sites in Belgium, France, Germany, Poland and the UK. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 Meteovista. 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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Wed Apr 2, 2014 3:15 pm (PDT) . Posted by:

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The Coupons App Updated with 1000s of New Local Coupons - Published on 04/02/14

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The Coupons App LLC's pioneering The Coupons App has been updated with thousands of new local coupons to help people around the world save big at their favorite stores, restaurants, gas stations and more. A widget that automatically provides users with constantly updated local coupons and Groupon deals throughout their day, even while they're shopping or while traveling. Built-in geo-targeting also helps users find the cheapest gas station based on their exact location.

Cupertino, California - The Coupons App LLC announced today that its pioneering no-cost app The Coupons App now features thousands of new local coupons and Groupons to help people around the world save big at their favorite stores, restaurants, gas stations and more.

Since launching in 2008, The Coupons App has become the #1 ranked coupon app available. Millions of users have already saved tens of millions of dollars - and also enjoyed countless complimentary samples - simply by displaying a coupon on their iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android smartphone. Other key features that have made The Coupons App the mobile world's most popular and most downloaded coupons app include:

* A widget that automatically provides users with constantly updated local coupons and Groupon deals throughout their day - even while they're shopping or while traveling

* Built-in geo-targeting to help users find the cheapest gas station based on their exact location

* A barcode scanner that lets users easily compare prices to get the very best deals possible

* A search option that lets users use voice commands to quickly and easily find the coupons they need in a matter of seconds

* An SMS text coupon option that lets users send coupons to anyone, regardless of what phone they're using or whether they've installed the app

* Effortless coupon sharing via text, email, Twitter and Facebook

* Coupon saving to the device calendar for easy organizing and retrieving

* Handy "one-tap" maps that point users to the nearest store or venue to redeem their coupon

* Store or venue contact information embedded right on the coupon for phone or email follow-ups

And now in the latest version, users can take advantage of thousands of new local coupons, plus enjoy an even faster and more optimized interactive experience.

"While we had high expectations for The Coupons App when we launched it six years ago, we had no idea it would be this huge and set the standard for many other mobile coupon apps that have since come and gone," commented a spokesperson for The Coupons App LLC. "We're thrilled with the app's global popularity, and credit its lasting success to the fact that we're constantly working to provide users with more and better options to save. What's more, we're also providing stores, restaurants, gas stations and other retailers with a phenomenal way to reach their target market and attract new and repeat customers. It's a scenario where everyone wins!"

Described as "Perhaps the Holy Grail of all Black Friday necessities" according to a spokeswoman for U.S. Cellular, their premiere product "The Coupons App" recently accelerated traction amongst users of the Apple iOS suite of mobile devices rapidly rising in ranks to seat amongst the top 40 within Apple's App Store Lifestyle genre.

Device Requirements:
* iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
* Requires iOS 4.0 or later
* 1.5 MB

Pricing and Availability:
The Coupons App 1.46 is Free and available worldwide through the App Store in the Lifestyle category. It is also available for Android devices from Google Play and from Amazon.

The Coupons App 1.46: http://thecouponsapp.com/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/the-coupons-app/id461062822
YouTube Video (Demo): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRe86jiOPS8
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Based in Chicago, Illinois, The Coupons App, LLC focusses on cross-platform bargain hunting and price comparison tools for shoppers that are available via Google Play, Amazon App Store and Apple App Store. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 The Coupons App, 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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