Dropkick is a simple, elegant to do list for your iPad that wirelessly syncs to your Mac and iPhone with its companion apps. The beauty in Dropkick is the simplicity and strait forward design.
If you pick this one up, let us know what you think! Trailer and screenshots after the break.
[Free for iPad - iTunes link] [Free for iPhone - iTunes link]
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When Apple next announces their financial results, they should have close to $70 billion in the bank, which according to Asymco will be enough to buy all their manufacturing competitors with the exception of Samsung. That includes HTC, Nokia, RIM, LG, Motorola, and Sony Ericsson. (Google and Microsoft aren’t manufacturers, they’re platform vendors.)
The more remarkable thing is that as market values of phone vendors continue to decline, Apple’s cash will continue to grow dramatically. Indeed, a time may soon come when Apple’s cash will be worth more than the entire phone industry.
I’ll say it again — North Carolina isn’t a data center, it’s a money bin.
[Asymco]
Wikibot — A Wikipedia Articles Reader brings a beautiful UI, tabbed browsing, and customization to reading Wikipedia on your iPhone and iPad. Additionally, you can save articles to read offline.
If you pick this one up, let us know what you think! Screenshots after the break.
[$0.99 - iTunes link]
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Having second thoughts about iTunes 10.5 beat and wondering how to downgrade back to 10.3 on Windows? If you decided to take the plunge and try out the beta of iOS 5, you must also have upgraded your iTunes software to 10.5 beta. We have already covered how to downgrade your iPhone from iOS 5 to iOS 4.3.3 but what if you want to downgrade iTunes too? Well below is a guide to help you do just that.
A word of warning; before you start. This worked for me and should work for you too however there is always an element of risk, especially if you have a lot of content stored in iTunes. If you still want to go ahead and try it, read on after the break!
If any of our readers take the plunge and try this out, let us know how you get on in the comments. If you know of an easier method, again please let us know!
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A Canadian company has beaten Mr Dorsey to the punch, and Payfirma is producing a very familiar looking dongle for our Northern friends. The associated app looks heavily influenced by Square too.
Despite my last name, I’m not a Canuck, so I have no idea if these Payfirma cats are decent or not. Do we have any Canadian readers who care to weigh in on what they’re like for customer service, charges, and all sorts of other things?
Full press release after the jump:
Payfirma Launches iPhone Mobile Payment App
Canada’s first iPhone & iPad Credit Card Terminal Available on iTunes
VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In response to the growing consumer and merchant demand for mobile payment technologies in Canada, Payfirma Corporation has launched its proprietary iPhone Mobile Payment app, also compatible with iPod Touch and iPad.
“While there are other apps similar to Payfirma’s out there, none are designed with the needs and culture of Canadian merchants or consumers in mind.”
Developed in Vancouver by the Company’s Fintech Innovation Team, the app is available as a free download from Apple’s iTunes App Store. It can be activated remotely by any merchant account customer of Payfirma’s, and the optional card swiper can be purchased directly from the Company.
“Canadian consumers and businesses are extremely technology literate and savvy,” says Michael Gokturk, Founder & CEO of Payfirma, Canada’s leading innovator of payment processing technologies & services. “They are always seeking efficient and secure means of transacting financially with one another, and our mobile payment app enables them to do just that.”
Payfirma’s proprietary app lets any business or consumer accept all major credit cards securely on an iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. Users can swipe or manually input a credit card, capture a digital signature on the screen, and authorize the transaction within 10 seconds. A customizable receipt can then be emailed directly to the customer from within the app.
“We developed the this product with Canadians in mind,” continues Gokturk. “While there are other apps similar to Payfirma’s out there, none are designed with the needs and culture of Canadian merchants or consumers in mind.”
The app is offered for free, but users must have a valid Canadian merchant account to process live transactions. Opening a merchant account with Payfirma is easy, and can be opened directly within the app itself, or on the Company’s website.
To learn more about Payfirma’s low-cost and highly-customizable payment processing solutions, visit their website or call (800) 747-6883 to speak to a dedicated Payment Advisor.
ABOUT PAYFIRMA
Payfirma is Canada’s true all-inclusive payment processor, providing merchants and businesses with the latest and best-in-class technology. Built around the needs of the market and customers, it fundamentally understand that only when you succeed does Payfirma succeed. And, that saving time and money is vital. Their full-range of Credit Card, Mobile Payment, eCommerce and Integrated Point-Of-Sale solutions are designed to do exactly that. Merchants and businesses will operate more efficiently and maximize their profit in no time!
The Summer season is in full swing! It’s no secret, the second I leave the iPhone Alley office I’m headed straight to the pool. If I wasn’t so landlocked in Oklahoma, I know that I’d be at the beach or lake instead. But, as long as I’m near some water, I’m good. But, my love for the sun and water does not mesh well with the love for my iPhone. I rarely throw my iPhone in my swim bag. What if it gets wet? Too hot? Banged around? Sand in it?
The Amphibian Waterproof Hard Case by Proporta is the solution I’ve been looking for. If you are a beach bum or lake goer, then you must check this product out.
The case consists of a few different parts. There is a hard plastic shell that fits on the front and back of the phone. Then a clear thick waterproof silicon skin goes over the top of the hard case. Finally, and the most important part, is the back which screws into the hard case. It has a seal on it designed to keep any water or weather out.
I know you are probably thinking that your Otterbox does all this, right? Wrong, this case makes your iPhone waterproof. That means, if you want to take some underwater pictures….no problem! Want to put it in your swim trunks pocket while you surf….no problem!
I always like to test out the product fully to make sure it really does what it says. So, I took an old damaged iPhone 4 and put the case on it and took it for a swim. When i took the case off, not even a bit of moisture was on it. This product is the real deal. If you love the water like I do, you no longer have to choose between it and your iPhone. With the Amphibian Waterproof Hard Case, your iPhone is safe!
Even the biggest Angry Birds fan will want to stay away from this blinged out iPhone case. Not only does the bedazzled exterior look uncomfortable to hold to your ear, but the HUGE 3D Angry Bird protruding out the back has me at a loss for words. It looks like something Elle Woods would carry in a Legally Blonde sequel. Okay, maybe not the best reference for an iPhone site, but even the biggest Apple fanatic will want to take gander at this hideous accessory. It’s kind of like looking at a car wreck. You won’t be able to take your eyes off of it.
If gaudy, unpractical Angry Bird bling is your thing then head on over to Etsy to place an order. The Swarovski diamond hard back iPhone 4 case will only set you back $200! Now that is enough to make any flightless bird angry!
