Category: Apps (Page 24 of 34)

      WebOS Gets One Good App, One Boring App

      July 29, 2009 /

      Palm's App Catalog Beta.At least they’re new, right? Right. I’ve been waiting to see Palm’s App Catalog update for some time and now it has finally happened. Today Palm announced two new apps on their official blog. The updates come several weeks after the release of the WebOS SDK, and no doubt has Pre users salivating for more.

      The first app, OpenTable, is what I consider the boring app. It provides you with real-time integration with the website, giving the user access to reservation data near your location and calendar integration. A whole lot of meh if you ask me.

      The other, called Fliq Bookmarks, is an application that works with The Missing Sync to provide sync capabilities from your Mac’s Safari bookmarks to your Pre. For now it is Mac only, though PC should be coming soon. Maybe they’ll toss the Firefox users a bone, too? We can always hope.

      Apps, News

      Pre Homebrew Gets A GUI

      July 27, 2009 /

      The new homebrew installation methods.While Apple and Palm battle back and forth for iTunes connectivity with the Palm Pre, the homebrew community is finding easier ways to put their apps onto Palm’s new phone. They’ve released two new methods that make adding applications as easy as a drag and drop.

      WebOS Quick Install is a java-based desktop app that works for Mac, Windows, and Linux, and allows dragging and dropping for application installation. Just download the 1.1 SDK update, drop your phone into developer mode and drag and drop. Hit the “install” button and you’re all set.

      The other installation method is actually on-device, allowing you to download and install ipk files straight from the phone. The on-device system is called fileCoaster, and it works by using the text strings associated with apps in the Precentral forums. Browse to an app, copy the associated string, and paste into fileCoaster. The app then downloads and installs automatically.

      Looks like developers are making excellent use of the Pre’s new OS. I just wish Palm would wake the hell up and let these brilliant folks make some money. Sure, turning your phone into the device you want it to be is cool, but these guys should be making a little coin for their efforts.

      Source: Precentral

      Apps, Mobile, News

      Selling Criminal Data For Profit? There’s An App For That

      July 26, 2009 /

      Offender Locator app.There’s a new app on the Top Paid list this week, one that raises some pretty serious ethical questions. The app is called Offender Locator, and allows iPhone users to access the registered sex offender database from all 50 states, displaying the offenders’ locations, pictures, and all sorts of other personal data.

      This data is all publicly available. In fact, it’s required nationwide to be freely accessible. That’s where the problems begin. The app is in the Top Paid category because it costs $.99. Not a whopping amount to pay for a little peace of mind, particularly if you’re a parent. But what of selling criminal data for profit?

      That’s illegal in several states. Certainly the developer could argue that they’re being paid for a means to access that data, but even an uncreative wordsmith could punch holes in that defense. I’d expect a complete shitstorm around this one. The only question left – double butter or kettle corn?

      Apps, iPhone, Mobile, News

      SI: Swimsuit Slinks Onto the iPhone

      July 22, 2009 /

      SI:Swimsuit on the iPhone.The iPhone is loaded with apps featuring images of hot girls (even though several have slipped up and been yanked recently), but none host the quality hotties you’ll find in Sports Illustrated Group’s SI:Swimsuit for the iPhone. The app debuted today, featuring fine looking ladies and, oh yeah, I guess there’s a calendar too.

      Actually, the calendar seems pretty cool. I’ve never been the type to need a boobie fix so badly I’d download an app just to see girls in bikinis. Now, if my calendar happened to show me those same girls daily, I might not mind as much. That’s just what the SI:Swimsuit app aims to do. The calendar in question is actually a sports calendar that allows you to monitor up to six professional or college teams in full – schedules, scores, etc. You also get to pick which models show up in your calendar, so you can display your Danica Patrick love to all your friends.

      The app also features picture and video coverage for all the models in the 2009 edition, including the body painting series. I’m actually shocked Apple let that one slide, but hey, they’re not exactly consistent. The app will cost you $2.99.

      Apple, Apps, iPhone

      Mac Owners Get Blackberry Desktop Manager This September

      July 20, 2009 /

      Blackberry's Desktop Manager for Mac.Blackberry is notoriously skimpy on their Mac support. Every time they roll out a new feature it seems the comments always go, “Great! But what about Mac?” Beg no longer, you Mac/Blackberry users – the Desktop Manager is coming this September.

      Shocked with disbelief? Don’t be. It’s a full-fledged version of Desktop Manager – the same thing that runs on PCs. I know, I know, it’s been a long, hard road, and there have been plenty of tears along the way. It’s all over this September, though. You’ll be getting all sorts of new goodies, like iTunes sync for music, calendars, notes, everything really. You’ll also have application support, software updates, the ability to backup and restore your phone (with encrypted backups), and you can even manage multiple devices from the same machine. Now that’s what I’m talking about!

      You may have noticed a theme here – the word September with no proceeding date. That’s because there isn’t one. Blackberry has yet to say exactly when the handy new software will be available, so you’ll just have to start watching on September 1.

      Apps, Mobile, News

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