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- Around the World in 18 Days for the iPad – A Travel Photo Book
- iPad 2 Accessories – Keyboard and Waterproof Cases
- PadGadget Daily App Deal – 13 iPad Apps on Sale
- Turncoat for iPad 2 – A Sleek, High End Case for Your New Device
- iPad to Offer Spaces-like Multitasking Interface?
- Use Your iPad 2′s Camera to See Through Clothes!
- Join the PadGadget Team!
- Time Warner vs. Content Owners – Which Side Are You On?
- Apple Competitors: CEOs Stepping Down one After the Other
| Around the World in 18 Days for the iPad – A Travel Photo Book Posted: 01 Apr 2011 11:42 PM PDT
Davies began his journey from his home in Portland, Oregon and traveled to nine countries, toured nine cities, stayed in nine hotels and rode in five trains on his incredible around the world adventure. Users maneuver their way through hundreds of photos, numerous maps and a host of travel and photography tips by tapping the forward/backward buttons or swiping up and down on each screen. Jump instantly from place to place by selecting a destination in the table of contents and experience the HDR image galleries and video clips. I love to travel and look forward to experiencing different cultures when I’m outside the US. These apps were designed to feature the experiences of Davies journey and not act as comprehensive travel guides. The photographs highlight popular tourist sites, as well as the day-to-day life of the people who live there. I enjoyed viewing the wonderful pictures the apps had to offer and liked the fact that different pictures were displayed depending on the direction I was holding my iPad. With pictures optimized for both the horizontal and vertical orientations, it was like having two great books in one. If you love to travel and experience cultures from around the world, you’ll find the photos and information in these apps to be intriguing. You can download Around the World in 18 Days from the App Store for $2.99 for a limited time or pick up 48 Hours in Cairo and 48 Hours in Hong Kong for $0.99 each. Maybe you’ll discover your next summer travel destination!
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| iPad 2 Accessories – Keyboard and Waterproof Cases Posted: 01 Apr 2011 06:06 PM PDT
As promised, we continue to feature more iPad 2 accessories that could be very useful for you. Several accessory makers have revamped their original iPad offerings to fit the new form factor of the much thinner iPad 2. The following accessories include a waterproof case and keyboard cases for the iPad2. tyPad Keyboard Case for iPad 2 Accessory Workshop had success with their tyPad Generation II for the original iPad. Now, they have released a new tyPad keyboard case specially designed to enhance your iPad 2 experience. The tyPad for iPad 2, is a protective case coupled with a spill-resistant bluetooth keyboard, dual shift keys, faster charging time, improved battery capacity, a heavy-duty USB port connector, and a new easy-to-use On/Off switch. The new tyPad will retail for the same price ($99.99) of its predecessor. Accessory Workshop is now accepting pre-orders for the new tyPad, which will be available in mid-April. The tyPad for iPad will be sold via The Sharper Image and directly from Accessory Workshop. If you still have the original iPad, you can still purchase the tyPad Gen II case, which is in stock now. PadGear Plus Folio Case for iPad 2TrendyDigital has released the PadGear Folio Case for the iPad 2, which protects your tablet from daily wear and scratches. The PadGear case includes storage pockets for pens, business cards or USB Cables. The PadGear Folio case fits the iPad 2 nicely, and offers a case-and-Bluetooth-keyboard combo. However, it does not include the Apple wireless keyboard. The case features a side pocket to store the Apple Wireless Keyboard and a support stand. In addition, it secures your iPad 2 with a non-scratch double zipper. The case will start shipping on April 10 for $44.99. WaterGuard Plus Waterproof Case for iPad 2TrendyDigital has also revamped their waterproof case to fit the iPad 2 dimensions. The case includes padding on the back to protect the iPad 2 from bumps. The company also customized the case for back camera access. This case is perfect for when you use your iPad 2 at the beach, near the pool, around the kitchen, or even when you get stuck in a rainstorm. The case will start shipping on April 10 for $27.49. » Related posts:
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| PadGadget Daily App Deal – 13 iPad Apps on Sale Posted: 01 Apr 2011 05:59 PM PDT
For today’s Daily Deal we’ve found 13 great apps to add to your iPad collection. We have five productivity apps, one kids book app and seven game apps in today’s bundle. We used our PadGadget Apps Tracker to find these great deals and we’ll continue to look for the best app deals as they pop-up. Some of these apps are up to 80% off, several are even free, so be sure to check them out because they are on sale for a limited time.
We use our PadGadget Apps Tracker to constantly monitor the App Store to find the biggest price changes on iPad apps. Our editorial team goes through the data, picks the best deals on the most interesting apps and then brings them to you on a regular basis. All app prices are checked at the time of posting but prices are subject to change without notice. When developers put their games on sale it’s usually for a very limited time, often 24 hours or less, so be sure to check pricing on iTunes before making a purchase. » Related posts:
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| Turncoat for iPad 2 – A Sleek, High End Case for Your New Device Posted: 01 Apr 2011 05:16 PM PDT
This unique design offers iPad owners the protection of a case and the simplicity of sleeve. Made in the USA of a single cut of 6 oz, domestically tanned leather, the Turncoat will accommodate the iPad 2 with or without its Smart Cover, as well as the original iPad. Four flaps fold over and snap shut with duty snaps to hold your device securely in place while you’re on the go. Simply slip your device into a bag or carry it in the case alone. The Turncoat is not the same old case you see every day and will likely be a conversation starter. It has a limited production and begins shipping on April 15th. You may pre-order now and AUTUM provides complimentary Priority Shipping for all domestic orders. This sleek, high end case can be yours in just a couple weeks for $144.
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| iPad to Offer Spaces-like Multitasking Interface? Posted: 01 Apr 2011 05:00 PM PDT
If you’ve never heard about Spaces, the feature allows Mac users to create multiple virtual home screens, each designed to run its own set of apps. Users can for instance create and assign a space for entertainment apps, such as QuickTime and VLC, and then switch to another space used to run work-related apps, such as Numbers and Pages. While the feature is not used by all Mac owners, it is extremely popular with users who happen use the same computer at home, and at work.
The patent, filed in late 2009, shows that iPad might eventually offer a new Spaces-like interface, that would allow users to assign apps to specific virtual home screens. Users would be allowed to move apps from one screen to the other, and the new interface would allow users to quickly jump from one screen to the other. According to the patent application, the feature would be invoked via specific multitasking gestures, the same way iOS 4.3 already offers basic multitasking functions via 4 or 5 fingers gestures. Note that at this stage, the concept is ‘only’ a patent application filing, and might never make it into the iPad. » Related posts:
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| Use Your iPad 2′s Camera to See Through Clothes! Posted: 01 Apr 2011 04:10 PM PDT
Bet you didn’t know your shinny new iPad 2 could see through clothes. According to EXPANSYS Apple expert Jason Bradbury the iPad 2 is the perfect tool and can quickly be modified to “see” through clothes using an IR emitter and a simple IR filter. The hack takes only a few seconds and can be done with common household items. We’ll let you judge if it’s real or not. Enjoy your April 1st! » Related posts:
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| Time Warner vs. Content Owners – Which Side Are You On? Posted: 01 Apr 2011 07:41 AM PDT
The FREE TWCable TV app has experienced over 300,000 downloads, turning the iPad TV app into an overnight sensation. But, a major barrier has surfaced in the form of a few content providers, which have simply highlighted their slow adoption of new technologies and distribution methods. Considering Time Warner’s new TV app capabilities and the freedom it brings to consumers inside the home, which side are you on? The current debate is quite simple. Time Warner released a new iPad TV app that turns your iPad into a TV screen, allowing you to watch selected live cable TV channels in your home using a WiFi connection. The application simply brings the freedom to your home without requiring any wires, new TVs, and no new set-top boxes. Sounds like a good deal, doesn’t it? Well, you would think so. Enter Fox and Scripps, which are major content owners that view the current iPad application as an unacceptable way to deliver their TV channels. The current debate has resulted in cease-and-desist letters sent to Time Warner by some content providers that have demanded the removal of their channels from the iPad TV app. Time Warner knows the content business very well, since they are part of the content generation value chain. The company is part of a large conglomerate of businesses that generate TV, music, and movies. Given the current situation, the company has decided not to pull the plug on their innovative iPad TV app. Time Warner has gone as far as opening a dedicated website to inform you about their plans with their iPad TV app, and how they will move forward providing you more freedom around your house.
Time Warner has listed their new TV lineup on the iPad, which consists of TV channels such as A&E, CNN, ABC Family, Bravo, CNBC, Disney Channel, Travel Channel, USA and many more. The company has clearly stated that they will be providing replacement channels very soon, avoiding any changes or app updates while they include additional channels. Time Warner has also published some strong statements against content providers that according to the company lack vision.
As the content industry continues to evolve, and believe me it will, all the ecosystem players need to learn how to become more innovative by exploring new business models and distribution methods. So far, the device manufacturers have opened the door to consumers and have provided multiple ways to consume media content. There is no reason for content owners and media companies to avoid the new technological advancements. Which side are you on? Would like to hear your comments. » Related posts:
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| Apple Competitors: CEOs Stepping Down one After the Other Posted: 01 Apr 2011 06:02 AM PDT
Although Acer tried to jump on the tablet and smartphone bandwagon, thanks to a new line of Android-powered devices, the company’s attempt at taking market share away from Apple has proved to be unsuccessful, and Lanci was eventually sacked by the company’s board members. This is not the first time a CEO steps down due to the incredible impact of Apple’s products on the marketplace. In the past, LG Electronics’ ex-CEO Nam Yong and Nokia’s ex-CEO Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo were both forced to step down, due to their failure at launching product lines able to compete with the iPad and the iPhone. Since its introduction in April 2010, the iPad reshaped both notebook and netbook markets, as a slew of shoppers in the market for a new laptop eventually bought an iPad instead. As a result, the iPad literally capped the growth of the low-end computer market, which in turn forced companies like Acer to discontinue some of their models soon after their introduction. According to Digitimes, Lanci’s resignation is only the first of many more to come. Most brands trying to build products designed to go head-to-head with the iPad haven’t found an effective strategy to gain significant market share, and as a result, Motorola, Sony, Toshiba, Asus and Lenovo’s CEOs could be next.
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The growing popularity of mobile devices has created a booming market for case manufacturers and with so many choices available, there’s something out there to fit every personality imaginable. If you’re the type of person that likes a quality case and doesn’t mind paying the quality price, check out the Turncoat for iPad 2 from AUTUM.
Earlier today, Patently Apple uncovered a new patent application showing that Apple is investigating new ways to handle apps multitasking on the iPad. The patent, named “device, method, and graphical user interface for manipulating workspace views,” shows a completely revamped UI, very similar to the ‘Spaces’ interface available on Macs since OS X 10.5.
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“I want my TWCable TV App” is the slogan that has captivated the industry, after Time Warner released their very innovative iPad TV application on March 15.
Late yesterday, Gianfranco Lanci stepped down from his position as CEO of Acer, a move motivated by the fact that his company has been suffering from lower-than-expected performance, since the end of 2010.| You are subscribed to email updates from PadGadget To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now. | Email delivery powered by Google |
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