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Cindy Downes

http://www.cindydownes.com

I am a writer/educator with a journalism degree from Oklahoma State University. My interests include education, technology, electronics, social media, walking, cooking, health, baby boomers, ham radio, U.S. travel, history, music, art, reading, tools for the visually impaired, homeschooling, cats and dogs.

I review products independently. I am NOT on staff, anywhere. My opinions, for what they are worth, are my own!

Mophie Juice Pack Air and Powerstation Review

Just in time for my trip for writer’s conference in New York, I received the Mophie Juice Pack Air for iPhone and the Mophie Powerstation to review. These two accessories will definitely travel with me everywhere I go.

By Cindy Downes, October 22, 2010

Multi-Tasking on the iPhone 4 and Runtastic!

By Cindy Downes, October 13, 2010

XtremeMac Does it Again!

XtremeMac comes through for me every time! I just received two new iPhone 4 cases to try out: the XtremeMac Tuffwrap and XtremeMac Tuffwrap Tatu.

I like my iPhone cases to be protective, but slim. I also like to show my personality with color and design. The XtremeMac line of cases does all of this.

By Cindy Downes, October 4, 2010

Practice math skills and learn about entomology at the same time!

iLiveMath Entomology offers your students a chance to practice math word problems while learning about insects and spiders.

Students can choose to play one of three levels:

Level 1: addition and subtraction

By Cindy Downes, September 27, 2010

Case-Mate iPhone 4 I.D. Case

Here’s a unique case by Case-Mate: The iPhone 4 I.D. Case.

This case is made of impact-resistant plastic and features a slim, outer pocket for carrying your I.D. Yet, it’s still extremely thin, so it doesn’t add bulk to your pocket or purse.

$34.99. Available in blue, red, black, silver, and pink.

This video describes it best:

By Cindy Downes, September 24, 2010

iPhone 4 Torque Case

Here's what my iPhone is wearing right now - The Case-Mate iPhone 4 Torque Case in black and red tire tracks.

I love the look and feel of this case. The design is unique and the feel is cushy - cool, soft, and smooth.

By Cindy Downes, September 24, 2010

Filemaker Go - Ever Improving

FileMaker, Inc. today announced version 1.1 of FileMaker Go for iPhone and FileMaker Go for iPad.

Users can now produce PDFs directly from FileMaker Go and either save them on their mobile devices or email them. This feature lets mobile users easily save and distribute reports, create invoices, and share project status directly from their iPad or iPhone.

By Cindy Downes, September 23, 2010

Plantronics Discovery 975 vs. Jawbone Icon (The Thinker)

I made a visit to my local Apple Store today and purchased both the Plantronics Discovery 975 and the Jawbone Icon (The Thinker). My goal was to find an earpiece that would help me not only take phone calls while I work and listen to my music, but also increase the sound volume for me. (I have some hearing loss.)

By Cindy Downes, September 18, 2010

Hire a Reading Tutor for $1.99!

ABC PocketPhonics can give your child a head start in school. For only $1.99, you can “hire” this nifty phonics tutor to prepare your beginning reader and writer for school. And it works!

By Cindy Downes, September 16, 2010

Make a fashion statement with the Beetle case

Are you looking for more color on your iPhone 4 cases? Check out the Beetle.

Beetle cases are available in plenty of awesome colors like red/white, purple/hot pink, black/blue and black/yellow. You can even suggest a color scheme if you don’t see you like!

The Beetle is slim and weighs almost nothing. It has a shock absorbing liner to provide protection, and allows easy access to the camera and all the iPhone controls.

By Cindy Downes, September 7, 2010

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