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Google Plots Pre-Christmas Chrome OS iPad Killer
The Iterative Web App: New Stacked Cards Interface for Gmail on iPad
Americans Choose Checklists and Calendars over Electronic Devices to Stay Organized
DODO iPad Case Saves Bookbinding in San Francisco
NewerTech Adds Nine New Colors to iFolio Custom Handcrafted Premium Leather Protective Carrying Case for iPad
IvySkin Adds New Colors to iPhone 4 The New Reception Case
Fresh Apple iPhone 4 Protection, OtterBox Commuter Series Now Available
Prizmo Scanning And OCR for iPhone Available On The App Store
Color My Wedding Lite lets Brides Visualize Their Wedding at No Cost
Google Plots Pre-Christmas Chrome OS iPad Killer
The Register's Tony Smith reports:
Google will have a spec-tastic, low-cost, possibly even free Chrome OS tablet in punters' hands a month before Christmas, it has been claimed.
And now the bad news: it's likely to be only available in the US, and if you want to get the tablet for a lot less than the iPad, you'll need to take out a Verizon data airtime deal....
For the full report visit here:
http://www.reghardware.com/2010/08/18/google_chrome_os_tablet/
The Iterative Web App: New Stacked Cards Interface for Gmail on iPad
Google's Liam Asher Segel-Brown says:
In April 2009, we announced a new version of Gmail for mobile for iOS and Android. Among the improvements was a complete redesign of the web application's underlying code, which allows us to more rapidly develop and release new features that users have been asking for, as explained in our first post. Today's topic for the The Iterative Web App, a series where we continue to release features for Gmail for mobile, is the Stacked Cards Interface on the iPad.
When we announced our new interface for Gmail on the iPad, we requested feedback on how we could improve this experience for tablet devices. In June, we responded with a new compose screen. Today, we're addressing the top feedback by launching a new "stacked card" interface for selecting and managing multiple conversations.
In the past, performing actions on selected conversations was awkward. There were two similar toolbars on the screen: one on the bottom left and the other on the top right. The former affected the selected conversations, while the latter affected the currently open conversation. Since the toolbars' buttons looked similar, it was easy to mistakenly use the wrong toolbar. Sound confusing? It was.
In the new interface, selected conversations are displayed stacked on the right panel for easy organizing, archiving or deleting. The second toolbar is gone so it's always clear which conversations you're working with.
This new interface has also been an opportunity for our team to experiment with CSS3 transitions, which give mobile web applications a similar look and feel to native applications. More details on the implementation are posted on the code blog.
To try the Gmail webapp on the iPad, just go to gmail.com in Safari. For quick access, create a homescreen link. Please note that the new interface is only available in US English for now.
For more information, visit:
http://bit.ly/cUsqs2
Americans Choose Checklists and Calendars over Electronic Devices to Stay Organized
Americans prefer to make a list and check it twice to stay organized, according to a recent national poll that found nearly two-thirds of those surveyed use wall calendars or checklists to stay organized while only one-fourth use electronic devices, according to the Operation Organomics Survey, developed by Smead, which also found that Americans are 85 percent more likely to do the things that are listed on a 'to-do' list and a majority of Americans (72 percent) use checklists at least once a week (28 percent use checklists 2-3 times per week; 23 percent use checklists daily; and 21 percent use them once a week). Smead is a leading national provider of filing and organizational products.
That squares with my personal organizational mode which involves wall calendar notions, notes and phone numbers scribbled on random scraps of paper, and a real, paper, "little black book" I carry with me.
"While Americans have embraced technology in many areas of their lives, they have yet to make the switch when it comes to keeping up with everyday activities such as shopping, vacations, school activities and life events," said Michelle Santaferraro, a professional organizer who works with Smead. "For most, the process of checking something off a list offers just as much satisfaction as completing the task."
Specifically, the survey found that 35 percent of those surveyed use wall calendars to stay organized; 28 percent use checklists; 26 percent use electronic devices and 11 percent use a filing system. It also found that women were much more likely to use a wall calendar (41 percent of women respondents versus 29 percent of men), while men were more likely to use electronic devices (32 percent of male respondents versus 21 percent of female respondents).
Organizational Stress Impacted by Time of Year
The Smead Operation Organomics Survey also examined the time of year that Americans feel the most stress to be organized and found the holiday months of October – December ranked highest with nearly 50 percent. However, the second most stressful time of the year was a tie as 20 percent of Americans chose April – June (spring cleaning/end of school/summer planning), while another 20 percent chose January – March (New Year and tax time.) July – September received 11 percent of the vote. Interestingly, men found the time period of January – March to be more stressful than women; women found October – December to be more stressful than men.
The survey also found that if given the choice, Americans would organize their bills and important documents first (55 percent); family schedules second (13 percent); home office third (12 percent); school work and projects fourth (11 percent) and photos fifth (10 percent).
Operation Organomics is a new effort, led by Smead Organomics, dedicated to helping people get their lives organized. Operation Organomics will kick-off in September and will offer monthly practical ideas and advice including the latest trends and solutions to common organizing challenges. The Smead experts will teach people how to organize anything in three simple steps, and include monthly topics and projects on blogs, online community forums, Facebook and Twitter.
In addition, Operation Organomics will provide practical checklists on Smead Organomics ( http://www.smead.com/organomics ), a free interactive "how to" web site that can identify a person's organization style and offer tools to match that style. The web site also provides an "Organomics Calculator" that calculates actual time and money lost to individuals and companies due to disorganization.
The online survey of 1,000 adults age 18 and older was conducted June 18-June 22 by eNation.
To find your personal organizing style, visit Smead Organomics at:
http://www.smead.com/MyOrganomics
DODO iPad Case Saves Bookbinding in San Francisco
The DODO iPad case is made by an endangered breed, the San Francisco bookbinder. As the popularity of iPads, Kindles, and e-books grows many are lamenting the end of the traditional paper book. DODOcase is doing its small part to help protect the art of bookbinding from extinction by adapting the art form to a new niche, the iPad case.
The DODO iPad case is built by hand using traditional bookbinding techniques so it looks and feels just like a paper book. At last count there were only three commercial bookbinders left in San Francisco. DODOcase is helping these last remaining San Francisco bookbinders rise from the ashes by making its iPad case locally.
Gabi Hanoun, Owner of Cardoza-James Binding has been a book binder for 40 years and has witnessed first hand the fall of the bookbinding and print industry in San Francisco. "We started this business in 1958, and at our peak had 75 employees, but in the 80's and 90's we had to downsize because we lost a lot of business. We were at five employees, including me, until we landed the DODOcase business."
Now Cardoza and James is hiring with a staff of over 15 bookbinders. Gabi sees a bright future for his business and the bookbinding industry in San Francisco. He recently started teaching his daughters the family business so one more generation will carry the art of bookbinding into the future. If you love technology and books get yourself a DODO iPad Case and do your part to save the art of bookbinding from extinction.
DODOcase:
http://www.dodocase.com
Video Demo:
http://www.dodocase.com/blogs/news/1607412-videos
YouTube Video 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dqcw2CVtRx8
YouTube Video 2:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnZ2sPmUdY0
Screenshots:
http://www.dodocase.com/pages/photos
The DODO iPad Case is built using traditional book binding techniques by master binders in San Francisco whise mission is to protect from extinction while blending the beauty of tradition and technology.
Facebook Profile:
http://bit.ly/9epV73
NewerTech Adds Nine New Colors to iFolio Custom Handcrafted Premium Leather Protective Carrying Case for iPad
[Press Release]
Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech - http://www.newertech.com ) announces that it has added nine new color choices to the highly acclaimed NewerTech iFolio custom handcrafted premium Brazilian leather carrying case for the Apple iPad. Previously offered in only Red and Black colors for $129.99 MSRP, NewerTech's nine new colors for the iFolio expands the protective case's style palette to 11 total to meet strong consumer demand for additional fashion complementing colors.
The NewerTech iFolio is now available in Dark Red, Cream, Yellow, Orange, Lite Green, Dark Green, and Blue with a MSRP of $149.99; as well as two custom leather finishes, cognac and tan, with a MSRP of $179.99.
All eleven iFolio color choices are available immediately starting at $99.00 from NewerTech's exclusive distributor, Other World Computing (OWC), as well as through the retail channel. To see all the colors, or for more information, including special introductory pricing, visit: http://eshop.macsales.com/search/iFolio. For more information on the complete line of NewerTech accessories and high performance upgrades for Macs, PCs, and iDevices, visit:
http://www.newertech.com/products
Luxury Protection Backed By Lifetime Warranty
The NewerTech iFolio is Made in the USA with meticulous craftsmanship to offer the ultimate in luxury protection and transportation for the iPad, and comes backed by a Lifetime Warranty. Features include:
• Collapsible elastic-backed, double stitched leather handle.
• Removable double stitched leather shoulder strap (adjustable from 24" to 42").
• Durable nickel-plated hardware to secure handles.
• Genuine USA Made YKK pull tab, and soft-touch nylon zipper.
• Elastic-backed, double stitched interior leather loop for writing or pointing device.
• 7" W x 10" H hard backed document sleeve.
• Two interior personal ID holders for business cards, debit/credit cards, etc.
• Taffeta interior lining.
• Non-marring, double stitched leather retaining straps allow full access to all iPad ports and functions.
Lifetime guaranteed carrying/protection case for the iPad is made in the US from imported Brazilian leather
now available in 11 different color choices to suit personal fashion tastes starting at $129.99 MSRP
IvySkin Adds New Colors to iPhone 4 The New Reception Case
[Press Release]
Be smart this school year and protect your iPhone 4 with IvySkin Reception Case now in color offered at introductory price of $19.99 USD.
After much anticipation, IvySkin has just revealed the new COLOR Reception Case for iPhone 4. Featuring an innovative overmold color design, that incorporates crisp colors into the polycarbonate shell of the Reception case.
The IvySkin Reception Case is a reception friendly way to guard and enhance the Apple iPhone 4. It is an ultra thin protection solution unlike any other in the market. Measuring in at a tiny 0.6mm thin, it is the world's thinnest iPhone 4 case.
This clever solution conceals the new iPhone 4's built-in antenna that captures more of the available wireless signal and clears the internal antenna of your new iPhone 4 in a crystal clear case. The result is a clear signal, especially in border areas—which translates to fewer dropped calls, wider coverage areas, and faster downloads when browsing through your cellular connection.
As the market pioneer in delivering enhanced Polycarbonate protection for digital devices, IvySkin continues to provide superior and cutting edge solution for the new iPhone 4. With the introduction of the world's first SmartCase for iPhone 3G/3GS, IvySkin continues to raise the bar. In the coming weeks, the all new Quattro4 and SmartCase will become available for the iPhone 4.
The Reception case Color now available in 10 bright colors to liven up the iPhone 4: Phantom black, Avalanch white, USAred, USABlue, HotPink, Aqua, SpeedYellow, GoGreen, Pinkberry and Platinum Silver.
The package includes both front and back scratch-free body armors in addition to the Polycarbonate shell that snaps on the back of the iPhone 4. SRP 19.99USD now available on:
http://www.ivyskin.com/recptioncase-color.html
and at retail stores in the coming weeks
IvySkin:
http://www.ivyskin.com
COLOR Reception Case:
http://www.ivyskin.com/recptioncase-color.html
Screenshot (USABlue):
http://www.ivyskin.com/media/catalog/product/u/s/usablue-1.png
Screenshot (Pinkberry):
http://www.ivyskin.com/media/catalog/product/p/i/pinkberry.png
Fresh Apple iPhone 4 Protection, OtterBox Commuter Series Now Available
[Press Release]
Hot on the heels of the highly-anticipated release of Defender Series cases, OtterBox announces protection in a fresh new design with the Commuter Series for the Apple iPhone 4.
"The iPhone 4 offers so many different custom features," says OtterBox founder and CEO Curt Richardson. "With Commuter Series cases now available, OtterBox lets users choose the case design that best fits their personality and style."
The OtterBox Commuter Series offers three sleek layers of security to complement the iPhone 4's thin design. First, a self-adhering screen protector keeps the Multi-Touch display screen safe from scratches. Next, a silicone mid-layer absorbs shock, keeping the glass panels safe from bumps and shock. Finally, a polycarbonate shell provides added strength and helps the device slide easily in and out of a pocket or purse.
The Commuter Series offers coverage for the iPhone 4 power button, volume rocker and home button, while silicone plugs for the charging port and headphone jack keep out dust and dirt but flip open for easy access.(*)
Included with each Commuter Series case is a microfiber cleaning cloth and installation card for smooth application of the screen protector.
Give the Apple iPhone 4 fresh and stylish protection with Commuter Series cases from OtterBox. Or, if you're looking for extra-rugged protection, check out the OtterBox Defender Series to safeguard against all of life's mishaps. Impact Series cases coming soon.
Colors:
Layer 2: black
Layer 3: black
Dimensions (case only):
4.73" (120.18 mm) x 2.50" (63.58 mm) x 0.55" (14.00 mm)
Approximate Weight (case only):
0.96 oz (28 g)
For more information, visit:
http://www.otterbox.com
Prizmo Scanning And OCR for iPhone Available On The App Store
[Press Release]
Prizmo for iPhone is an All-in-One Mobile Scanning & OCR Solution. The app scans documents, and applies a specific processing.
4 choices are available at this time:
(*) Business Cards - Add to the address book
(*) Bills - Split the bill between several people
(*) Whiteboards - Taking down notes at meetings is over
(*) Regular Text - Ask Prizmo to read texts for you
Main Features
- Voice Command for taking pictures (so you can avoid blurry pictures which can't be used for OCR)
- Image Processing: rotate, crop, white picker, perspective correction...
- Optical Character Recognition (OCR) in 10 languages (English, German, Dutch, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Danish, Swedish and Norwegian)
- Many output options: vCards, CSV files, original images, processed images...
- Export to Dropbox and CloudApp
- Translation using Google Translate service
- Document Viewer for storing processed documents for later use
- VoiceOver support for people with impaired vision
- Text-to-Speech Technology for reading OCRed texts - 35 male and female voices available in 10 languages
- Optimized for Retina display (iPhone 4)
The application costs $9.99, and a speech synthesis voice is available as an In-App Purchase for $2.99 (i.e. respectively €7,99 and €2,39).
For more information...
Link to the Official Trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0Ns2HbSdoM
App Store Link:
http://itunes.com/apps/prizmo
Webpage:
http://www.creaceed.com/prizmo/iphone/
Color My Wedding Lite lets Brides Visualize Their Wedding at No Cost
[Press Release]
Go Forth Apps today is pleased to announce the release and immediate availability of Color My Wedding Lite for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Color My Wedding lets brides see a set of wedding photos colored with any wedding color palette imaginable. Millions of colors are supported by using specially prepared photos that allow objects to be recolored instantly. Users can change colors of dresses, cakes, table settings, flowers, cupcakes, and much more with the tap of a finger. Color My Wedding Lite is a free version of Color My Wedding, enjoying its second month in the app store.
Color My Wedding is a unique app, truly the the first of its kind. Two specially prepared photos are included in this Lite free version, while the full version includes more than ten photos. Users cannot use their own photos because photos are specially prepared.
Easy to use:
(*) Pinch or Double Tap to Zoom - works just like your iPhone photo albums
(*) Show Hotspots - this highlights the objects which can be changed
(*) Touch and hold an object to change its color
Customizable:
(*) Edit any palette - add more colors
(*) Create new palettes - they are automatically saved
(*) Our favorite sample palettes have been included so you can get started right away
Save and Share:
(*) Save what you've created to your iPhone photo albums
(*) Email any photo sample with your color palette (e.g. send to your coordinator, florist, friends, etc.)
Device Requirements:
(*) Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch and iPad (in compatibility mode)
(*) iOS 3.0 or higher
(*) 3.0 MB
Color My Wedding Lite 1.0 is free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Lifestyle category. The full version of Color My Wedding costs $4.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) in the App Store in the Lifestyle category as well. Both versions are localized in English, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish.
Go Forth Apps:
http://www.goforthapps.com
Color My Wedding Lite 1.0:
http://www.goforthapps.com/color-my-wedding.html
Download Lite from iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/color-my-wedding-lite/id386404924?mt=8
Purchase and Download:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/color-my-wedding/id378227301?mt=8
YouTube Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HIomd78ugc
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