Ren & Stimpy creator John K. disses iPhone/iPad’s design
Apple is widely regarded in the electronics industry as a design leader and innovator. There is little doubt that even Apple’s stiffest competition look to Apple for “inspiration” for their own designs. But is this a good thing? Not according to Ren & Stimpy creator John Kricfalusi, it isn’t. In a recent blog post, John singles out Apple’s iPhone and iPad as examples of the lack of thought and design in today’s gadgets. And after reading... Read More
ATTENTION DEVELOPERS: Let me promote your app FOR FREE!
Because of my firm belief that you can never be spread too thin, I am looking into starting yet another side business. And while my other attempts at income (male model, retired millionaire) have proven somewhat less than successful, this one might actually have some legs, assuming I don’t get bored. I’m looking to create promotional video trailers for games and apps designed for the iPhone and iPad, and the good news is, I’m willing to do the first couple... Read More
Win one of 5 sets of exclusive Speck SXSW iPhone cases!
These days it seems like everyone and their grandma has an iPhone. However I remember a time, WAY back in 2007 (cue flashback), when having an iPhone meant something. You were part of an exclusive club. Sure, it was a club who was angry at overpaying for their iPhone, but still, we had a secret handshake and everything. I remember the thrill of showing off my iPhone to anyone who happened to be unfortunate enough to get within 15 yards of me. And I’ll never forget the... Read More
Have you humiliated me in “Words with Friends: yet? If so, tell the world!
Some people apparently thought I was being modest when I mentioned how badly I suck as Read More
Hate your pet? Then you’ll LOVE Cat Piano
It seems to me as though the only reason people get cats is so they can screw with them on video. And if you’re an Apple geek looking for a way to mess with your cat’s head, it seems the tool of choice is “Cat Piano“, for iPhone, iPod touch, and now, in glorious iPad HD. Check out some of these examples of people screwing with their cats using the app. Common themes found in these videos are people with cats seem to have futons and more than one cat.... Read More
Augmented reality driving is awesome, and probably fatal
Have you given up drinking and driving but still want that “reckless feeling” when you get behind the wheel? Well, check out this insanely cool Augmented Driving app from imaginyze that will probably be towards the bottom of the list of any parent looking to get their kid a present for passing their driving test. While it appears to be a recipe for disaster, at least your kid won’t be texting and driving… Fully exploit your iPhone 3GS hardware with this... Read More
Steve jobs calls the kettle “black”
“It’s just common sense not to use another company’s trademarks in your app name.” Those are the words of Steve Jobs in response to an e-mail from app developer Chris Ostmo whose journalPad app was just forced to undergo an expensive re-branding or risk being pulled from the app store for including the word “Pad” in the title. The problem of course is (aside from the fact that Apple does not actually own a trademark on the word “Pad”)... Read More
Review: Griffin TuneFlex AUX SmartClick for iPhone/iPod touch
In a perfect world, like above, the TuneFlex can position your iPhone perfectly. But not in the Camry… Lord knows the Toyota Camry has its problems, but all the highly publicized defect recalls and deaths are really taking away from the biggest problem the Camry has – namely that there is no decent way to mount an iPhone it it. I’ve tired suction cup mounts which are annoying to have on a window with the various cables hanging down, I’ve tried junky vent... Read More
Apple iPhone OS 4 Event – The Good, The Bad, and the Meh
Today’s Yesterday’s iPhone OS 4 preview was chock full of announcements, and I’d wager to say there was at least something for everyone to like (assuming you don’t run an iPhone advertising or social community). As always when there is a big Apple event, we like to go over the key points of the day, and rate them as either good, bad, or meh. So sit back, relax, and prepare to have your opinions formed for you. Read More Read More
Why is Apple obsessed with the iPhone’s Calculator icon?
No app icon in the history of iPhone-dom has undergone as much design scrutiny as the poor Calculator icon. For reasons known only to Apple, the Calculator icon has been changed with each and every version of the iPhone OS, and apparently OS 4 is no different. Perhaps sensing how important the calculator icon is in the smart phone game, it appears Apple is determined to get it just right. In fact, I’ve heard rumors that the reason the iPhone does not support Flash is... Read More
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