I get a lot of emails everyday, but the one I just got made me laugh so hard.
iPhone
∞ Apple reinstates swimsuit designer's iPhone app on App Store
Yesterday we brought you news about Simply Beach, a UK-based swimsuit design company that had its app removed by Apple from the App Store. Today, there is good news.
∞ Scales and Modes iPhone app released for guitarists, keyboardists
One of the greatest things about my iPhone is having access to my music and music apps. Today, there’s a new one that’s been released that I’m trying out.
∞ It's business as usual for Freeverse after Ngmoco acquisition
iPhone and iPod touch game publisher Ngmoco has announced that is has acquired Freeverse, another leading iPhone game maker. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
∞ Apple's iPhone OS grows to 14.4 percent market share
Based on Apple’s recent quarterly earnings, it’s no surprise that the iPhone is gaining ground on its competitors.
∞ Apple: some sex apps will remain in the App Store
Nobody said it was going to be fair, but it’s Apple’s store and they can do what they want.
∞ Apple’s sex app purge claims UK swimsuit designer as next victim
Apple went on a well publicized purge of “sex apps” over the last few days, removing an estimated 5,000 applications from its App Store. The latest victim is a swimsuit designer from the UK.
∞ Google app adds voice search for iPod touch
Google on Saturday released an update for its mobile app, adding support for voice search to the iPod touch.
∞ Freeverse passes five million iPhone apps sold
Freeverse announced Friday that it has sold more than five million apps for the iPhone. The company now counts 24 games and apps on the App Store, with more planned for 2010.
∞ Apple bans sexual content iPhone apps from the App Store
It appears that Apple is in the process of making some major changes to its App Store policies, regarding sexual content.
∞ Apple adds support for App Store to 13 countries
Apple on Thursday added support for its App Store to 13 additional countries.
∞ Noby Noby Boy – from Katamari Damacy maker – comes to iPhone
Noby Noby Boy is now available for the iPhone. But fans of the PlayStation 3 game should heed this warning – Noby Noby Boy for iPhone, published by Namco Bandai, isn’t exactly the same thing. In fact, it’s categorized as … Continued
∞ Emoti iPhone Facebook app adds page sorting
It never ceases to amaze me how inventive iPhone developers can be. The latest example comes from Nodconcept with their Emoti update.
∞ New Dr. Seuss e-books come to iPhone, publisher lays out iPad plans
Oceanhouse Media has launched three new iPhone and iPod touch apps based on beloved children’s books by Dr. Seuss. “The Cat in the Hat,” “Dr. Seuss’s ABC” and “Dr. Seuss Camera – The Cat in the Hat Edition.” They are … Continued
∞ Thirteen iPhone and iPod touch apps for kids
A lot of kids love using the iPod touch and iPhone as an entertainment system — mine included.
∞ MacPaint, HyperCard creator turns to iPhone with PhotoCard
Bill Atkinson’s name is synonymous with the Mac, and now he’s turned his attention to the iPhone. He has released Bill Atkinson PhotoCard, a $4.99 app that helps iPhone and iPod touch users make and send custom-designed postcards.
∞ Plants vs. Zombies shambles onto iPhone
PopCap Games has announced the release of Plants vs. Zombies for iPhone and iPod touch, a comical game based on a popular casual title for the Mac and PC. It costs $2.99.
∞ Parting Macworld Expo thoughts: Wish you were here
Among all the things I heard at Macworld Expo this past week, absolutely the most banal, trite, idiotic, and pointless observation was, “This show isn’t the same without Apple.”
∞ Valentine's Day apps for the iPhone
I assume you’re prepared for Valentine’s Day. If not, time is running out. There are so many things people get for Valentine’s Day gifts, it’s hard to make a recommendation. If you need some help making a decision or need … Continued
∞ Expo: MacSpeech offers new Scribe app and add-ons
MacSpeech on Thursday announced MacSpeech Scribe, a transcription application for the Mac that turns your voice recording into written text. It costs $149, and MacSpeech Dictate users can get it for $99.
∞ Expo: Navigon previews 3D terrain view in iPhone GPS app
At this week’s Macworld Expo in San Francisco, Navigon AG is previewing the 1.50 version of their MobileNavigator application, a GPS direction finding app for the iPhone. New features include 3D terrain views, social media integration and “intelligent routing.”
∞ Fifteen iPhone and iPod touch apps for the Olympic Games
The Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada are just a few short days from officially beginning. People from around the world are making plans to watch their favorite sports, in person or in the comfort of their homes.
∞ Sixteen iPhone apps dedicated to Super Bowl XLIV
It’s going to be a big weekend for football fans. The New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts take the field in Miami, Florida on Sunday to decide this year’s Super Bowl champion.
∞ Flash on iPad? Ball's in Apple's court, says Adobe CTO
Adobe’s chief technology officer, Kevin Lynch, has posted a defense of Flash technology to the company’s blog area. Lynch’s comments are aimed at criticism of Flash as a technology absent on the iPhone and iPad.
∞ GameSalad to show contest finalists at Macworld Expo
Gendai Games has announced the five finalists for the Macworld 2010 GameSalad Challenge. The finalists’ games will be on display at Macworld Conference & Expo in San Francisco, February 11 – 13, 2010.
∞ Apple releases iPhone OS 3.1.3
Apple on Tuesday released a new version of its iPhone operating system. The update is compatible with all iPhone and iPod touch models.
∞ Sega releases Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games for iPhone
Just in time for the Vancouver Olympics, Sega has released Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games for the iPhone and iPod touch. It’s available from the App Store for $4.99.
∞ Apple lifts 3G VoIP restrictions for iPod and iPhone
In addition to the introduction of the iPad, Apple on Wednesday lifted restrictions that previously limited developers from allowing the use of VoIP calls over a 3G network.
∞ Pangea releases Warheads game for iPhone
Fans of Missile Command, rejoice! Pangea Software, the long-time Mac and iPhone game maker, has announced the release of Warheads, a Missile Command-style action game for the iPhone and iPod touch priced at $1.
∞ Namco offers Isaac Newton's Gravity physics game for iPhone
Isaac Newton’s Gravity is the latest iPhone and iPod touch offering from Namco Networks, makers of Pac-Man and other hit arcade games. It costs $4 and is available now from the App Store.