It’s hard to find some aspect of life that isn’t positively affected by proper time management and scheduling. Because of this, it’s fascinating to think of how the power of scheduling can intersect with the power of modern software and mobile apps. Particularly if you’re trying to find some way to squeeze more value out of your professional or personal lives, time management is going to be a big part of what you decide to prioritize.
4 Ways To Promote Your New App Idea
In the world of gadgets and gizmos, phones and tablets are currently king, which means that if you can design and market the right app, you can potentially make a good chunk of change. However, even with the best idea and product, nothing’s going to make it very far without the right marketing and promotions.
And since there are so many people making so many different apps for so many different platforms all the time, how can you differentiate yourself? How can you succeed in the chaos and the madness? Consider the four following ways that deal with throwing a physical event, getting sponsorship from companies or celebrities, and utilizing services like YouTube to promote it. [Read more…]
High Tech Tools For Weight Loss
Weight loss has been the hot topic in the U.S. for a few decades now and it should come as no surprise that rapidly moving technological advances are playing a part in the struggle against unwanted pounds. Whether it’s to shed a few extra pounds for vanity’s sake or dropping serious weight to prevent serious medical issues caused by obesity problems, there are several high-tech gadgets that can aid in a weight-loss routine.
Sleep Management Systems
While sleeping may not seem like it has much to do with calorie burning, getting the proper amount of rest is essential for the body to restore and rejuvenate after working out. There are now several products on the market to help monitor sleep. Wearing a soft headband that is connected wirelessly to a smartphone device can keep track of how much time an individual is spending in the four different sleep stages (wake, REM, deep and light) and measures sleep quality. [Read more…]
Four Must-Have Apps for Road Warriors
If you drive long distances frequently, you may already have a list of items that you can’t live without – your phone charger, your favorite travel mug and your coffee shop gift card can make life on the road a little easier. But if you’re not using smartphone apps on your travels, you may be missing out on some of the best travel tools available today. Following are a few of them. [Read more…]
Banksy-Locations: The App for Banksy Fans
Anyone who has heard of Banksy and has seen his art will agree that there indeed should be an app for finding Banksy’s work. This talented individual is just as elusive as he is talented. To date, I don’t think a single soul knows who Banksy really is. While that statement is probably untrue, for all intents and purposes, practically everyone has no clue as to Banksy’s identity. We do know he is a British graffiti artist and a political activist. That’s about it.
The good news is that we do not have to find his identity out in order to enjoy his art. Banksy’s works are scattered in different places, and if you really want to take a look at all his work, you might have to do a fair bit of research. If you’re really into Banksy, then that shouldn’t pose a problem. Then again, if you are pressed for time and would like to do it via the easier way, here’s the app for you: Banksy-Locations.
Banksy-Locations is an iPhone app that will ensure that you are up-to-date on where you can find Banksy’s art. Of course, one can always argue that you can simply do a search on Bansky online, and the chances are that you’ll find a complete list of where to find his art. You can even buy his book and have your own mini Banksy gallery. Then again, why not use the app if it’s there? It makes things easier for you!
Banksy-Locations is perfect for when you feel like taking a walk and seeing the real world instead of relying on pictures online and in books. The app will let you know the exact location of Banksy’s works and give you directions how to get there. More than that, though, you can also get tidbits about Banksy. Not who he is. No, not that. You do get to hear (or read, rather) about what’s going on in Banksy’s world. You never know, if he ever does decide to reveal himself, those who have Banksy-Locations might get wind of it first!
The app is available for $1.99. Even if you’re not a Banksy fan (yet), why not consider getting this app for your iPhone? You’ll thank me later once you see Banksy’s art.
Onkyo to Release Remote Control App
Onkyo is a company that has built a well respected brand based on high quality, high fidelity audio equipment. It’s considered as one of the top brands to consider if you’re looking to build an audio setup. Onkyo has introduced some innovations in the audio equipment a number of times but their newest innovation comes left of center – a new remote. [Read more…]
Talking Easter Egg App
Okay, this is not exactly a gagdet, but we do use apps for gadgets, don’t we? And of all your gadgets, which one is the closest to your heart? I realize that probably isn’t a fair question, as I ought to know that gadget lovers may have a hard time picking a single gadget out of the menagerie of devices that they own. Then again, if you were to pick a few, your iPhone is probably going to be shortlisted. So here is a special app for your iPhone in keeping with the Easter holidays: the Talking Augmented Easter Egg.
Easter has long been associated with eggs decorated in all sorts of ways. Here’s something you may not know about Easter eggs – their origins are pagan, and they were used to symbolize rebirth. They were decorated in bright colors to celebrate new life. When Christianity became widespread, the eggs were used in relation to the resurrection of Christ. Today, Easter is still considered a Christian holiday, and a lot of people still hold to the use of eggs for celebrations.
If you are looking for a different way to conduct your Easter Egg Hunt this year, this Talking Augmented Easter Egg will do the trick as well. All you need is your iPhone, iPod Touch (3rd and 4th gen), or your iPad. You still need an egg for the app to work, but you do not have to hard boil it and paint it yourself.
This is how the app works. First, you have to get a real egg from your fridge – or wherever you put your eggs. Point your device’s camera at the egg, and voila, you’ll have a digital egg that comes alive! I am not pulling your leg – the app will allow you to decorate the egg in the most psychedelic designs that you want; you can also spin and rotate the egg around however way you wish, without worrying about it breaking (although you can do that, too). Once you get your egg to its perfect state, you can even share it on Facebook. Oh, and yes, the egg talks to you. Wait till you get it to talk – the voice will crack you up for sure. (No pun intended.)
There is more to this egg than meets the eye, really. It is an app for kids and those who have kiddie spells every now and then. With this free app, your gadget can come alive in time for the Easter holidays. Get it from the App Store.