5/11/2014

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Digest #3458

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Sat May 10, 2014 7:45 pm (PDT) . Posted by:

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i-recall systems limited Launches Suite of Language Learning Apps - Published on 05/10/14

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i-recall systems limited's new suite of language learning apps helps people learn French, German, Spanish and Swedish anytime and anywhere. Each app includes a vocabulary of 2000 of the most common words in the target language, features both random and category-based flashcards to help boost memory and knowledge, while making the learning process simple, easy, fun and fast. Flashcards enable the process of active recall, which creates a stronger neural connection for better long-term recall.

Cupertino, California - People of all ages who want to learn French, German, Spanish and Swedish in a fun, easy, fast and effective way, can now download a new suite of innovative flashcard-based language learning apps from i-recall systems limited.

Each app in the suite is not intended to be a language course, but rather a simple, easy and effective tool that learners can integrate with other methods to build a strong foundation and enhance their success. To that end, each app includes a vocabulary of 2000 of the most common words in the target language, and offers users two learning modes: random or category.

* Random: in this mode, users flip through a selection of common words that provide a solid basis for developing comfort and confidence in a target language (e.g. French, German, Spanish or Swedish, depending on the app). Users can also choose whether they want to see the word in English and guess its foreign equivalent, or the other way around. Plus, they can tap the "drop word" button at anytime when they feel that they've mastered a particular word, and want to remove it from the vocabulary.

* Category: in this mode, users can choose to learn words and phrases that fall into one of six pre-set categories: Verbs; Nouns; Adjectives & Adverbs; Prepositions & Pronouns; Numbers, Days & Months; and Expressions. Users can also switch to another category at anytime (via the app's category menu), or try their hand at the random mode as described above.

"Most language apps too structured and not conducive to a quick refresh and review," commented Jonny Kaberry of i-recall systems limited. "The apps in our suite have been designed with simplicity in mind. There is no voice, no tests, no modules, and so on. This simple design allows learners to easily flip through a few words whenever they have as a few minutes to spare on a bus, at the airport, between meetings, or anywhere else that their busy life happens to take them. Plus, they don't need Wi-Fi access."

Flashcards are an exceptionally effective way for people of all ages to learn something new, and particularly a new language - and it's largely because of three reasons:

1) Flashcards enable the process of active recall, which creates a stronger neural connection for better long-term recall vs. trying to memorize a list of foreign words on a screen or a page.

2) Flashcards create a process of self-reflection as people ask themselves if their "guess" was correct. This guessing process uses metacognitive faculties, which help deepen memories and turn them into knowledge.

3) Flashcards allow for confidence-based repetition, which is widely accepted as the optimal way to improve short and long-term memory.

i-recall systems limited's new suite of innovative flashcard-based language learning apps are available now in the App Store. Each respective app in the suite requires iOS 6.0 or later, and is compatible with iPhone (optimized for iPhone 5), iPad and iPod touch.

Flashcard Spanish: http://apps.appshout.com/flashcard-spanish/
Download Spanish Flashcards from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/spanish-flashcards-i-recall/id847743892
Download French Flashcards from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/french-flashcards-i-recall/id847739155
Download German Flashcards from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/german-flashcards-i-recall/id808150789
Download Swedish Flashcards from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/swedish-flashcards-i-recall/id847747008
YouTube Video (Demo): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0FHmbrwnGk

Founded in 2013, i-recall systems limited is a London based app development company. We are driven to produce apps that are easy to use. Our apps include a suite of innovative flashcard-based language learning apps, and a popular location tracking and cloud storage app called "i-recal". All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 i-recall systems limited. 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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Sat May 10, 2014 7:45 pm (PDT) . Posted by:

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School Driving 3D is a Realistic and Exciting Simulator for New Drivers - Published on 05/10/14

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School Driving 3D 1.1.0 from Ovilex Soft features detailed 3D graphics, day and night environments, smooth animation and road handling simulations, spectacular interior and exterior views, a fun "XP points" concept that rewards smart and safe driving, online leaderboards and achievements, support for MOGA controllers, 40 levels, a detailed damage system, realistic engine sounds and more. The new no-cost app is available now in both the App Store and Google Play.

Cupertino, California - New drivers who want to learn the rules of the road and get a sense of what it feels like to get behind the wheel of a car, bus or truck, can now head to the App Store or Google Play and download School Driving 3D: the new astonishingly realistic and exciting driving simulator from Ovilex Soft.

Meticulously designed with extraordinarily detailed 3D graphics and real-world day and night environments, School Driving 3D features unbelievably smooth animation and road handling simulations that mimic actual driving conditions. Users can choose a spectacular interior view, or a panoramic exterior view from either the front or back of the car. With either perspective, they'll constantly see a dashboard that includes:

* The number of "XP" (experience) points they've earned by correctly using their blinker, safely stopping at a railway crossing, successfully navigating through a traffic signal, and achieving everyday road challenges
* A speedometer so they can monitor their speed
* Tilt steering and a remarkably responsive steering wheel
* Left and right blinker indicators
* Gear shift (forward or reverse)
* Headlight switch
* Brake and accelerator pedals
* A pause button

Plus, at anytime users can tap the photo icon to take a snapshot which they can store on their device and share with friends. Other School Driving 3D special features include:

* Support for MOGA controllers
* More than 40 levels, with additional no-cost updates available each week
* A detailed damage system
* Realistic engine sounds for each specific vehicle
* Online leaderboards and achievements

"Our goal was to re-define what is possible in a driving simulation app, and completely take the whole genre to the next level," commented Marusac Alexandru of Ovilex Soft. "And based on the incredibly positive feedback we've received so far from both new drivers and driving enthusiasts around the world, we couldn't be prouder. Plus, we're constantly releasing new levels, so that our users never get bored and always have something fun and exciting to look forward to every time they launch the app!"

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

Pricing and Availability:
School Driving 3D 1.1.0, the astonishingly realistic and exciting driving simulator that's perfect for new drivers, is available now at no-cost from the App Store and Google Play.

Ovilex Soft: http://www.ovilex.com/
School Driving 3D 1.1.0: http://apps.appshout.com/school-driving-3d/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/school-driving-3d/id859020175
Download from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ovilex.schooldriving3d
YouTube Video (Demo): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RY5b-Zw50A
App Icon: http://apps.appshout.com/school-driving-3d/images/icon.png

Founded in 2013, Ovilex Soft is a new games company that focuses on making the best simulators for Android and iOS. With a variety of planned future projects and continuous attention to quality control, the company will became an important developer within the simulator/racing game market. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2014 Ovilex Soft SRL-D. 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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press@appshout.com

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