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[iPhone] Get a better understanding of food labels and allergy triggers with the Gluten Free app
If you’re anything like me, you have at least a couple of friends in your social circle who are doing the whole “gluten free” thing. Some people do it for health reasons, while others are just trying to cut back on food ingredients that could cause bloating or weight gain. [...]
[Windows] ZeZebra is a great way to share files between Windows, Mac, Android, and/or iOS
Desktop to mobile file transfer clients are a dime a dozen. We’ve covered quite a few here at dotTech, such as AirDrop and qrSend. ZeZebra is another program that allows you to share large files from Windows or Mac to Android or iOS devices. Let’s see if it is worth [...]
[iPhone] Get restaurant recommendations, directions, and reviews with MyPref
There’s one question most people ask themselves (or their significant others) every day: “What should we do for dinner?” For such a simple question, the answer can be really elusive…especially if you’re not having any particular food cravings. Thankfully, there are tons of iPhone apps out there that can help [...]
[iPhone] Is Localmind really “the future of local crowdsourcing”?
Crowdsourcing really is amazing. Whether you need recommendations for dinner, funding for an artistic project, or ideas on how to improve your company, harnessing the “power of the people” is a great way to make your life better. So when I stumbled across an iOS app that was called “the [...]
[iPhone] Floris is a gorgeous puzzle game
When it comes to puzzle games, Tetris still reigns supreme. It’s a classic that will never go out of style…which explains why so many iOS puzzlers are just variations on the Tetris theme. But let’s be honest: most of those Tetris clones are abysmal. And even the good Tetris games [...]
[iPhone] Survive the zombie apocalypse in Into the Dead, an addictive platformer game
Is there anything finer than a zombie game? From The Walking Dead to Zombies, Run!, there are tons of amazing iOS titles that revolve around avoiding the undead. And yet, despite my love of zombie-centric games, it took me a long time to come around to Into the Dead. [...]
[iPhone] Floop provides an interesting blend of real-time graphs and social polling
Nobody likes to be interrupted in the middle of dinner by a telephone call from a pollster. And yet, as a country, we’re totally obsessed with polls as a way to measure interest or affection towards a certain subject or personality. Obviously, our polling obsession reaches a fever pitch during [...]
[iPhone] Use Invoice ASAP to quickly send payment requests, estimates, and more
As much fun as freelancing can be, one thing that no freelancer likes is the invoicing process. Whether you’re an independent contractor or a small business owner, submitting invoices is tedious, time-consuming, and just plain annoying! It’s often difficult to submit your invoices while you are on the go, which [...]
[iPhone] Knotch is a social networking app for the opinionated and the passionate
Back in high school, everyone was crazy about Hot or Not? Back in the day, Hot or Not? wasn’t the quasi matchmaking service that is today, but rather just a site to rate the photos of random strangers. At our core, I think people love to share opinions and pass [...]
ScoreCleaner app will listen to melodies and convert them to notation
What if you could turn those lovely melodies you hum in the shower into real sheet music? Even better, what if you turn them into sheet music instantly, like some kind of magician?
Researchers at the KTH Institute of Technology in Sweden have developed a unique smartphone application called ScoreCleaner [...]
Read More »[iPhone] Check out Comic Chameleon, a brand new reader for your webcomics
One of my all-time favorite webcomics is Questionable Content, written and drawn by the massively talented Jeph Jacques. In a recent news post on his site, Jacques revealed that his comics were officially available for iOS fans to read through a new iOS app called Comic Chameleon. Being a [...]
[iPhone] TripColor automatically turns your travel photos into a gorgeous, interactive portfolio
As much as I do enjoy taking pictures when I’m on vacation, I almost never get around to putting them in an album, or even organizing them in any way. Thankfully, there are some helpful tools that can automate the process of organizing your photos. Apps like Flayvr go a [...]
[iPhone] Scout GPS offers alternative maps for users frustrated by Apple and Google Maps
Apple fans recall the frustration and hilarity that ensued during the infamous Apple Maps debacle. Months later, there are still plenty of Apple Maps users who aren’t happy with the app’s performance. I had a really bad Apple Maps experience over the weekend: we were trying to get to a [...]
[iPhone] Morning Worm is an alarm clock that forces you to wake up… by making you solve a puzzle to close the alarm
I am not now, nor will I ever be, a morning person. As much as I want to be the kind of person who wakes up with that “carpe diem” feeling. My brain is just wired to stay up late, and I’m usually far more productive and creative at 9 [...]
[iPhone] Clone, augment, and ghost yourself with Split Pic, a photo manipulation app
If you can’t help but laugh when you see pictures of tourists taking pictures where they appear to be holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa, then you probably like trick photography. If you want an app that will let you clone or augment your subject, you should check out [...]
[iPhone] Create sharable photo collages with Pic Stitch
Sometimes, one image just isn’t enough to capture your favorite moments in time. Whether you want to capture a stunning vista from your favorite vacation spot, or need to get a couple of different angles of the guests around the table at your birthday dinner, a photo collage is often [...]
[iPhone] Days is a visual photo and GIF diary that lets you share your favorite memories
Almost as soon as it was invented, photography was used to commemorate important people, places, and events. Whether you prefer physical photo albums or flicking through the pages of a digital album, we love photography. Now, a new app promises something quite cool: a “visual diary” that builds animated gifs [...]
[iPhone] Calendo Event Discovery makes personalized recommendations about stuff to do in your area
Summer vacation is right around the corner, and that means households all across America will soon be resounding with that all-to-familiar refrain, “I’m bored!” Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly activity to do with your kids, or looking for a great event to attend in the evening, Calendo Event Discovery[...]
[Android] Use your device as a wireless gamepad for your laptop or desktop with WanderPlayer [iOS]
Do you hate playing games on a laptop or netbook with a touchpad? Do you ever feel like there may be a better way to game? WanderPlayer for Android is an application that allows you to connect your Android to your PC as an extended game controller.[...]
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Read More »[iPhone] Addictive and pixel-tastic Random Heroes is a fun iOS platformer
Gamers of a certain age will always have a soft spot for bad graphics. As much as I might love games with silky smooth graphics and amazing frame rates, I’m always gonna crack a grin when I’m playing a game that’s built on pixels. Half the reason I enjoy web [...]
[iPhone] Easily identify and unfollow people who unfollowed you, people who have never followed you, and inactive users with ‘unfollow for Twitter’
I don’t know what it is about warm spring days that makes people want to clean house, but spring cleaning is a very real and very powerful impulse. And in our digital age, spring cleaning isn’t just something you do to your house: it’s something you do to your devices, [...]
[iPhone] Organ Trail got a new update: Has this cross-country zombie game improved?
If you’re of a certain age, then you undoubtedly have fond memories of playing Oregon Trail…and some not so fun memories of having your oxen die every time you tried to ford that darn river! In the summer of 2012, iOS users got their first look at Organ Trail, a [...]
[iPhone] Crowdsource the decision-making process with Seesaw
There’s nothing worse than indecision. But sometimes, it is simply impossible to pick between two or more options. If you ever need a second opinion, you can ask a friend for advice. Or, with Seesaw, you can ask all your friends for advice at once, and clearly see which [...]
[iPhone] Scan and analyze your WiFi network with Fing
Don’t you hate it when your Internet is slow? There are tons of reasons that this can happen, but sometimes the culprit is an annoying neighbor who is hogging all your bandwidth. If you have an unsecured Wi-Fi connection, or if someone has figured out your password, this can explain [...]
[iPhone] Blendoku offers color-based puzzles that are captivating and frustrating all at once
I’m going to say something that will probably make you hate me: I despise Sudoku. Sure, it’s a great way to keep your brain active and youthful as you begin to age, but as a game…it’s not much of a diversion. I like a good puzzle as much as the [...]
[Windows] Securely store your passwords, contacts, notes, and more with Data Guardian [Mac OS X, iOS]
dotTech has a review on best free password manager for Windows, programs that not only securely store your passwords but other data too. If you have yet to find a program to you like using to securely store password and other data, Data Guardian is another program you could check [...]
[iPhone] See if sparks fly with the people around you using Tinder social networking
There’s a reason most relationships begin when two people are introduced to each other by a mutual friend. For whatever reason, human beings are more comfortable around people that have been given a “Seal of Approval” from a trusted source. But what do you do if you’re in a new [...]
[iPhone] Indie App Pack comes with games, HD wallpapers, sounds, and more
Someone recently asked me what I found most rewarding about reviewing apps and iOS games. In any given month, I review dozens of iOS titles, and I do it because it is lots of fun. One thing I like the best is how the App Store is a great way [...]
[iPhone] Weave is a tool for project management, to-do lists, and other business tasks
As modern people, we’re all just busy, busy, busy. Whether you’re a housewife or a CEO, you have some project you’re working on. From launching a new product to picking out the perfect decorations for a graduation party, there is a simple project management and to-do list app that can [...]
[iOS] Camp Myth is a charming visual novel with a mythological twist
Not too long ago, we reviewed Juniper’s Knot, a haunting and atmospheric visual novel app. With gorgeously rendered characters, an intriguing story, and an intuitive design, this visual novel definitely whet my appetite for more apps in this underappreciated genre. So when I heard about Camp Myth, I jumped [...]
[iPhone] Attach notes to your photos using SnapAndGo
My parents and my grandparents have stacks of photo albums. They’re not really into scrapbooking, so they just write notes in ballpoint pen on the back of each photograph as a way of recording when the picture was taken, where, and who is in the shot. If you want an [...]
[iPhone] Send audio messages to Facebook friends with Jumvo
Different countries have different habits and etiquette when it comes to communicating. For example, it is common practice in some parts of Scandinavia to first text a person before calling them, to ensure that now is a good time to talk. In our digital age, there are dozens of ways [...]
[iPhone] Distant Suns Lite helps novices and pros alike to navigate the night sky
Unless you live in a big city, you can probably look up in wonder at the night sky. There are few natural wonders as majestic, or as beautiful. But if you’re like me, you wish you knew more about what you were looking at. Whether you’re interested in the constellations [...]
[Mac OS X] xTeamView lets you access team member schedules from xTeam [iPhone, iPad]
When you’re working as part of a collaborative team, one of the hardest things to accomplish is finding blocks of time where everyone can get together and meet. One great tool for building your schedule (or reviewing the schedules of other team members) is xTeamView, an app that is [...]
[iPhone] ‘Snap, Snap, Go!’ is a fun game where you must take funny pictures based on challenges
Every generation has its own “must play” card game. In generations past, that game has been whist, or poker, or baccarat. In more recent years, card games like Apples to Apples, Magic, and Cards Against Humanity have been incredibly popular. If you’ve played C.A.H. and loved its cynical, often risque [...]