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MacHeist “nano” bundle; six Mac apps free today only

by Bill Stiteler on Nov 12, 2009 at 06:36 PM

MacHeist, purveyors of the popular MacHeist Bundle, have a smaller yet sweeter deal available for today (Thursday, Nov. 12th) only: six applications available free of charge when you register with their site. As of this writing, the applications are free for the next 5 hours, which puts the expiration at… Continue Reading »

In-app purchases now available in free apps

by Ed Parry on Oct 16, 2009 at 07:33 AM

When iPhone OS 3.0 was first released, Apple stated that only paid apps would be able to take advantage of in-app purchases. This allowed developers to offer, say, the first 10 levels of a game, then to charge a little extra for additional levels. Now, free applications will be able… Continue Reading »

12mail - what visual mail was meant to be

by Jake Gaecke on Sep 22, 2009 at 11:59 AM

Remember visual voicemail? I suppose it was kind of a big deal; though, you have to admit, it left you wanting a bit more. What I mean is this; it says visual voice mail, but there isn’t much visual about it. It’s almost 2010, darnit! Why don’t we have video… Continue Reading »

First look at IK Multimedia’s GrooveMaker for iPhone, iPod touch

by Jake Gaecke on Aug 13, 2009 at 05:36 PM

GrooveMaker is IK Multimedia’s first dive into iPhone apps. You may recall them from earlier products, such as AmpliTube and the StealthPedal. GrooveMaker is an app that allows you to express your inner desire to remix songs. Whether you’re amazing at it already, or just interested, you can remix and… Continue Reading »

Appletellcast weekly Apple podcast, April 12th, 2009

by Jake Gaecke on Apr 12, 2009 at 09:40 PM

Another week, another Appletellcast.  We’ve got the news once again, but don’t worry, we have a review, and an app recommendation thrown in there too.  Sorry, no interviews this week, but there are more to come.  Here are the relevant links to articles mentioned in the Appletellcast, you know, the… Continue Reading »

Appletellcast weekly Apple podcast, March 29th 2009

by Jake Gaecke on Mar 30, 2009 at 05:49 AM

This week’s show is a bit abbreviated, but still full of reviews, free apps, and who knows what else? We’re also giving away some iPhone cases with headphones from Dermis. But I’m sure you knew all of this already if you subscribed in iTunes to the Appletellcast. Continue Reading »

Appletellcast weekly Apple podcast, March 22nd 2009

by Jake Gaecke on Mar 23, 2009 at 05:33 AM

This week’s biggest announcement was obviously Apple’s preview of iPhone OS 3.0. That said, other things happened. I had quite the experience with my new iPod shuffle, and Kirk has another old, hard-to-find Mac game that he wants you to dust off.  And of course, our iPhone Podium stand winner!… Continue Reading »

Appletell reviews Labyrinth3D and Wooden Labyrinth 3D for iPhone and iPod touch

by Jake Gaecke on Mar 21, 2009 at 05:44 PM

Labyrinth- or maze-style games are abundant on the App Store. I’ve reviewed the straightforwardly named “Labyrinth” in the past and liked it for its simple yet challenging game play. But it’s been some time since that game came out, and others have improved upon its game play. One that stands… Continue Reading »

Free Apps Roundup for March 6th, 2009

by Jake Gaecke on Mar 6, 2009 at 11:44 AM

This week saw a slow start on the App Store, but we were pleasantly surprised with some of the best free apps to become available in quite some time. I think just about everyone will find a few apps below that are “must haves.” Enjoy. Continue Reading »

What happened to free apps on the App Store?

by Adam Fisher-Cox on Mar 1, 2009 at 05:58 PM

When the app store was first born, there were quite a few great free applications. Facebook, AIM, and especially Aurora Feint all come to mind. But now the free apps on the App Store are mainly “Lite” versions of paid applications. Sure, it’s a smart move financially, but does it… Continue Reading »

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