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Review: Thor by Freeverse

When I first saw the screen shots for Thor I was expecting something along the lines of a standard platformer. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, because the iPhone sure could use some more of those. As it turns out, though, Thor is actually along the lines of one of those games where you have to dodge stuff while your character keeps running. However, with actions that go beyond the typical “jump or duck” and an actual level structure, this game is something much more than its roots. Instead of simply playing a level or two and then removing it from my device to make room for something else, I found myself going back for just “one more level” until I was suddenly at the end of the game. The only real down side is that I want some more!

By Eric Pankoke, January 12, 2010

the fantastic four methods of getting revenue from apps

Today I would like to spent some time to talk about the question: "How to make money with iPhone apps?"

I know, I know we all know how to do that: Have an idea, make the app, and publish! Apple will pay you 70% of how much they sell, and that is the way. But doing iPhone app development myself I experienced that there are lots of other options you have, and just selling apps might not be the best option.

Option 2) You make an app, and give it away for free, but you include adds from a third party (like Admob or similar services) and for each download or each time your app is used you get a share.

By Arend Hintze, January 12, 2010

Strawberries - Not Just for Dessert!!!

SWEET News (literally). The California Strawberry Commission has a new app. Did you know that there is more vitamin C in a serving of strawberries than an orange? This super-cool app has mouth-watering recipes. I'm getting hungry.....

Strawberry Recipe App Features:
- Over 50 recipes, categorized by dish type
- Share recipes on Twitter, Facebook and email
- Access nutrition information
- View recipe photos, ingredients and preparation information
- Connect with California Strawberry Commission on Facebook, Twitter and the web

By Tracy Sebastian, January 12, 2010

Zinio — free app for reading magazines

Zinio is a leader in electronic versions of major national magazines, with their editions including our very own iPhone Life magazine (4 issues for $10). Zinio does a good job of digitally replicating the experience of reading a print magazine. And now they have a Zinio Magazine Reader out for the iPhone. You need to be a Zinio subscriber, or you can purchase single issues or subscription via the app.

By Jim Karpen, January 12, 2010

InPictures

This is a nice app to keep kids busy and using their brain. It's also fun for a group to pass around and guess. (I'm usually right!!!)

You are give a small piece of a picture and you get 4 items to choose from.

I recommend this app for any age. $0.99

By Tracy Sebastian, January 11, 2010

Dots Gloves - Use your iPhone in the Cold!!

Winter is here. Do you want to use your iPhone - but don't want to take off your gloves? Or did you drop and lose your stylus (again) because you can't grip it with gloves on?

We mothers no longer have to suffer through freezing cold soccer, football or laccrosse games and not be able to access our precious life line - the iPhone. (yes, it gets cold in California - sometimes it dips below 50!!!)

By Tracy Sebastian, January 11, 2010

Finally (IMHO) a Great Alarm Clock Ap

We travel around the world a lot, and with time zone shifts and exhaustive days a good alarm clock is a critical accessory to have. Due to baggage space restrictions, we have had to carry as many "Swiss Army knife" (multi-function) devices as possible. The iPhone has become our electronic Swiss Army knife, providing a traveler's delight of functionality from Alarm Clock to fight tracking to tide charting.

By Ken Burkhalter, January 11, 2010

Use Your Ringtones for Alarm Clock Sounds

I've seen a number of posts around lamenting that various iPhone Alarm Clock applications can only play canned sounds or iPod tunes, but not Ringtones for an alarm sound (Although I've got to admit I can't imagine why anyone would want to think their phone was ringing at 6:00AM!?).

Actually, if your Alarm Ap supports iPod tune playing for alarm sounds, then, as they say, "You're in fat city".

To use a Ringtone for a

By Ken Burkhalter, January 11, 2010